WELCOME TO AR WORKSHOP St. Petersburg!

Workshop Classes

Meet us at the studio for an instructor-led DIY session! We're limiting public class sizes and also offer private table bookings.

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DIY to-go kits

Experience the joy of AR Workshop from anywhere. Grab a kit and craft when and where it's most convenient for you!

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Events & Parties

We like to pARty! In the workshop, virtually or onsite at your event - we'll be ready to share the experience of DIY with your group!

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Make It For Me

No time for DIY? Let us handle it. We're happy to create the perfect handmade gift or home decor piece for you.

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Gift Cards

Make someone's day! Gift cards from AR Workshop can be used for classes, DIY-to-go kits, personalized decor and more!

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Retail

Shopping for something trendy and unique? Look no further than our hand selected assortment of curated products.

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St. Petersburg's DIY WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

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Sun, Jul 25

Specialty - Family Friendly Christmas in July!

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mon, Jul 26

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP (D) Morning Session - String Art, Yarn Wreath, Tray, Wall Hanging

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Tue, Jul 27

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP (D) Morning Session - String Art, Yarn Wreath, Tray, Wall Hanging

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Wed, Jul 28

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP (D) Morning Session - String Art, Yarn Wreath, Tray, Wall Hanging

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Thu, Jul 29

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP (D) Morning Session - String Art, Yarn Wreath, Tray, Wall Hanging

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Fri, Jul 30

FriYAY FUN! Planks a Plenty!

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Sat, Jul 31

Taylor Birthday Party: Register Here!

2:00 AM - 4:30 AM

Sun, Aug 1

SPECIALTY: Blankets and BRUNCH with Chef BEN!

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Mon, Aug 2

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP (D) Morning Session - String Art, Yarn Wreath, Tray, Wall Hanging

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Tue, Aug 3

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP (D) Morning Session - String Art, Yarn Wreath, Tray, Wall Hanging

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Wed, Aug 4

ALL WOOD Workshop

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP (D) Morning Session - String Art, Yarn Wreath, Tray, Wall Hanging

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Thu, Aug 5

Morning PLANK Workshop!

10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

4 DAY SUMMER CAMP (D) Morning Session - String Art, Yarn Wreath, Tray, Wall Hanging

9:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Fri, Aug 6

1 DAY SUMMER CAMP Morning - Youth Plank or Accessory Board

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

PLANKS and Canvas Workshop

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Sat, Aug 7

Everything PLANK!

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Sun, Aug 8

PORCH-A-PALOOZA!

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mon, Aug 9

Tue, Aug 10

Morning PLANK Workshop!

10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Wed, Aug 11

Girls Night Out! ALL WOOD Workshop!

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thu, Aug 12

M & M's Private Party: Register Here!

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Fri, Aug 13

UPC Insurance - Register here!

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Sat, Aug 14

PLANK Workshop

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

DIY-TO-GO KITS!

Take the fun and beauty of AR Workshop projects to your home!

Kits include detailed instructions, all materials and pro tips to create a finished masterpiece!

Check out a kit to see what is inside!

DIY To-Go

BLANKET Kit with Online Tutorial!

Summer ARt Box!

5 Year Anniversary DIY TO GO Deals!

ORDER A CUSTOM FINISHED PROJECT!

No time to DIY? Let us handle it.

We're happy to create the perfect gift or home decor piece for you. Custom projects are handmade at our shop in any color, style and customization you choose! We can even add some gift wrapping and retail items to your package too!

CUSTOM GIFTS · CLIENT & STAFF APPRECIATION · HOUSEWARMING · CLOSING GIFTS · HOLIDAY · TEACHERS · BUSINESS LOGOS · TREAT YOURSELF!

Make It For Me!
ORDER HERE

DESIGNS THAT ARE TRENDING

Inspirational Words Script Pedestal Tray

Laurel Script Heart Names Established Framed

BROWSE ALL PROJECTS

About our parties & Events!

Finding the perfect group outing destination can be tough!

We've tailored the workshop group experience to suit any style and budget!

Let AR Workshop help you coordinate the best DIY outing ever!

Our hands-on projects are perfect for:

Corporate or Team Building Events
Birthday Parties
Virtual Events
Bridal or Bachelorette Parties
Fundraisers
Baby Showers

Let us host your group and we'll handle all of the details.

Be our guest and leave the stress of keeping track of individual requests behind! Our registration system allows group organizers to share a link so each individual can place their order within the party!

From Sunday through Wednesday, our private party minimum is 18 people and a 24 person minimum Thursday pm / Friday pm /Saturday pm. Can’t meet our minimum? Ask about booking a table for your friends at a regular scheduled workshop or just register for any workshop and include your friends names so we can seat you together!

Most adult projects range from $45-$70 and children’s projects range from $35-$40. Contact us for specific pricing.

We provide all of the materials, tools, and instruction! Choose from our Project Portfolio with a variety of mediums for your group. Choose from our decor line of eco friendly stains and paints to customize your projects in the workshop!

Choose your preferred date and time for your private workshop. The workshop is available 7 days a week for private parties, with exception of scheduled classes as shown on our calendar.

AR Workshop St. Petersburg is BYOB. You may bring in small snacks or appetizers to enjoy.

Choose your preferred date and time for your private workshop. The workshop is available 7 days a week for private parties, with exception of scheduled classes as shown on our calendar.

Private workshops last from 2-3 hours depending on the project. Children’s parties include 2 hour workshop timeslot.

Once you reserve your private workshop date and time, you will receive a customized party link for the hostess to send out to the guests via email with instructions on registering.

Our Retail Boutique

Love to shop? Browse our trend setting decor pieces and accessories to pair up with your finished projects! Anders Ruff adores styling our boutique workshop space and can't wait to share our interior design tips and unique retail finds with you!

About AR Workshop St. Petersburg

AR Workshop® is a boutique DIY studio that offers hands-on classes for creating custom, charming home decor from raw materials. Join an instructor-led workshop where you can make custom wood plank signs, framed signs, canvas pillows, round signs, lazy susans, centerpiece boxes, canvas tote bags, and more!

Meet John and Brenda Bowers, the owners of AR Workshop St. Petersburg. It was actually a DIY project that brought them together. They designed and built the prize winning homecoming float in high school. Forty years later, Brenda still dreams it and John still builds it! John has a background in IT and Project Management, as well as a talent to build anything from cars to furniture. A retired teacher and elementary school principal, Brenda has an eye for creative design and a loves to inspire creativity in others. Their unique combination of talents serve well the DIYers of St. Petersburg, Florida. Come join the fun at AR Workshop St. Petersburg and take your home decor projects to the next level!