WORKSHOPS

Ceramic Workshop: Handbuilding Terracotta Planters with Rachel Gervais

Saturday May 4th from 10:30am-3pm

Beginner Level Class - Must be 16 or older.

Say goodbye to those run-of-the-mill, assembly line planters and say hello to a world of creativity with clay! Local pottery whizz, Rachel Gervais, invites you to get your hands dirty with terracotta clay.

 This 4-1/2 hour workshop is all about taking baby steps into the world of ceramics. We'll guide you on how to construct clay like a pro, ensuring your masterpiece is as sturdy as it is stylish. From imprinting textures to adding shapes, we're all about letting your creativity run wild. When the dust (or rather, clay) settles, you'll be the proud parent of a planter, complete with a tailor-made tray. Now, how's that for a clay date?

Your bespoke planter will be ready for collection 2 weeks after class, post its bisque firing glow-up. 

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy. 

About the Instructor:

Rachel Gervais is an artist +educator based in Hamtramck, MI. With a BFA in Ceramics from CCS, Rachel has used her education to fuel her love for craft and share those skills with all ages. She loves exploring the quality of texture and the intimate relationship of holding a cup, bowl, or small vase.

Enameled Copper Dish Workshop with Courtney Fischer Jewelry

Wednesday May 8th from 5:30-8pm

Beginner Level Class - Must be 16 or older (minors with supervision).

Join Jewelry artist Courtney Fischer for a fun and creative workshop!

Courtney will be here to guide you step-by-step through the kiln firing process to create a beautiful one-of-a-kind enamel dish. Learn how to fire enamel on copper and choose from a wide array of colors and textures. The dish measures ~3-3/8” x 3”x3/4”.

All supplies are provided, including a practice piece you may turn into a keychain. No experience required! Let your creativity run wild.

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Courtney began making jewelry over a decade ago and lives in Michigan with her husband, daughter, and their yellow lab. All of Courtney's work is hand forged in her backyard studio. A feature of her jewelry is creating an antiqued look with a modern approach. She hopes to make tiny pieces of art that are inspired by nature and can be enjoyed on a daily basis.

Flower Pressing Workshop with Angela Zachary & Mutual Adoration

Friday May 10th from 6-7:30pm

Entry Level Class—No experience necessary, however you must be 14 or older

Discover the art of pressing flowers and get closer to nature!

This workshop is all about making time to celebrate nature's beauty. Pressed flowers can transform decor or gifts into something special. Looking to impress a loved one? Include pressed flowers in a card for an unexpected touch. We'll guide you through tips and tricks for selecting flowers in their prime and walk you through the ins-and-outs of using your press.

You'll take away a handmade 8"x8" wooden travel press brimming with your botanical debut, and a whole new hobby up your sleeve. No previous knowledge of botany is needed.

If you're captivated by petals, our Botanical Collage Workshop is a perfect pairing!

Botanical Workshop: Framed Floral Collage 

Saturday, May 11th - Mother's Day Weekend Special!
from 3pm - 5pm

One Ticket $85, or Two Ticket Special $140

Entry Level Class
No experience necessary, however you must be 14 or older

Create a unique composition with the organic beauty of locally grown flowers! 

This make and take workshop, is all about getting creative as you create a botanical collage that reflects your style. We will have a variety of unique dried flowers and color schemes to choose from.

Everyone will take home their unique piece, framed in a Mutual Adoration frame OF YOUR CHOICE! That's right, you get to choose from a wide selection of 11x14" reclaimed wood frames that are handcrafted in a variety of colors, stains, and widths.  All made using locally sourced reclaimed wood. 

All materials and tools will be provided. We welcome and encourage you to bring your own pressings if you feel so inclined! 

Jewelry Workshop: Beaded Fringe Earrings with Julie Broekman of Fate and Coincidence

Sunday May 12th from 10:30am to 1pm

Entry Level Class -

This class requires fine motor skills for handling small seed beads. No experience necessary, however you must be 14 or older. 

Registration closes 48 hrs prior to class date. A minimum of 4 students is needed to run this class. 

Jewelry, wine, and friends: Julie Rudziensky is bringing us another perfect reason for a girl’s night out!

If you’ve taken her other Beads + Assemblage workshop, get ready for a deeper dive that requires a bit more dexterity. We’ll cover basic stitches and patterns to weave a pair of custom glass bead earrings. This hands-on workshop will walk you through the entire process of design, lay out, material selection, and assembly.

 All students will walk away with their earrings, beads, needles, and thread as well as a worksheet with instructions to finish off their piece at home.

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Policy page. 

About the Instructor:

Julie Rudziensky was born and raised in Michigan and now lives in Clawson. She is an automotive color and material designer by day and a jewelry designer/maker by night. Her line of jewelry, Fate & Coincidence, is a mix of boho-modern style that is now sold in over 50 stores around the country. She is a lover of wildlife, nature, and color.

Fresh Floral Workshop: Centerpiece Arrangements with Shelby Doyle of Ida Flora Detroit

Sunday May 12th from 2:30-5:30pm

Entry Level Class—No experience necessary, however you must be 14 or older

Brace yourself for a floral extravaganza! Flower whisperer, Shelby Doyle, is set to unveil the secrets of crafting a lush centerpiece, using an eclectic mix of blooms and foliage that she's grown herself.

Sip on mimosas and get creative while Shelby guides you through the design basics of floral arranging and centerpiece building. You'll be guided through two different mechanics for making a full, natural looking centerpiece using an array of unique blooms and foliage. We'll also review techniques to encourage long-vase life and flower preservation methods.

Shelby will share her tips and tricks for composing arrangements with color, texture, and personal style. We'll also learn more about her flower farm in Detroit, her favorite flowers, and where she sources her gorgeous supplies.

Everyone will take home their own unique centerpiece in a perfect vessel! 

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Shelby is a farmer-florist based in Detroit, MI. She has found a home with Beaverland Farms where she grows an abundance of blooms and designs through her own business, Ida Flora Detroit. She believes in working with your natural environment and appreciates the emotional connection we have to flowers. She can often be found covered in dirt, mesmerized by the depth of color found in nature.

Botanical Workshop: Framed Floral Collage 

Wednesday May 15th from 6-8pm

Entry Level Class
No experience necessary, however you must be 14 or older

Create a unique composition with the organic beauty of locally grown flowers! 

This make and take workshop, is all about getting creative as you create a botanical collage that reflects your style. We will have a variety of unique dried flowers and color schemes to choose from.

Everyone will take home their unique piece, framed in a Mutual Adoration frame OF YOUR CHOICE! That's right, you get to choose from a wide selection of 11x14" reclaimed wood frames that are handcrafted in a variety of colors, stains, and widths.  All made using locally sourced reclaimed wood. 

All materials and tools will be provided. We welcome and encourage you to bring your own pressings if you feel so inclined! 

Screen Printing Workshop: One Page Wonder Artist Books

Saturday May 18th from 10:30am-1:30pm

Entry Level Class - No experience necessary however minors must have a guardian present.

In this 3 hour workshop, you'll learn the basics of screen printing by making an accordion-folded single-sheet artist's book.

Aimed at complete beginners or those looking to refresh their print skills, everyone will create a personalized artbook in a friendly, relaxed studio environment. There is something special about making a book with paper that you’ve printed yourself!

You'll learn the basics of screen printing and a simple approach to bookmaking using a single sheet of paper. Everyone will create their own screen with your own imagery using accessible techniques that can be easily replicated at home. We’ll be using both provided imagery, and imagery that you create using handmade stencils.

Everyone will walk away with a handmade book and a short stack of small notecards and envelopes to take home! You'll also receive two zines to help you replicate these processes at home. All materials are included.

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

Painting Workshop: Making Natural Ink with Foraged Plants

Wednesday May 22nd 5:30-8:00pm
Must be 14 or older

Create original paintings, book marks, and cards with freshly foraged inks and gain some inspiration for future inky experiments!

Learn how to make natural ink with artist Elizabeth Schmuhl. We'll begin the day outside (so dress for the weather) while we forage for plants. Students are also encouraged to bring plants or other materials from home. Anything can be used to create painting pigments! Back inside, Elizabeth will walk you through the ink-making process using your new finds.

During this 2 hour make + take workshop, Elizabeth will share samples, discuss her process, and demonstrate the ink-making process. Everyone will enjoy a hands-on experience while foraging, experimenting, and painting with freshly created inks.

Aprons and gloves will be provided, but please wear closed-toe shoes and comfy clothing that may get dirty.

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Elizabeth Schmuhl is a multidisciplinary artist and the author of several books. Her most recent book,Fishes of the Great Lakes, contains paintings with natural inks made entirely from the Great Lake watershed and materials that surround it.

Shining Online: Business Therapy for Creatives with Connor Miller

Saturday May 25th from 11am-1:30pm
Must be 18 or older. 

Being a maker, crafter, or creator on the internet can be overwhelming! In this group therapy session, we'll equip you with tools to help you navigate the ever changing landscape of eCommerce.

You’ll benefit from vital peer support, brand and business plan guidance, AND a complimentary "business therapy" session for your continued strategy development throughout the year.

Instructor Connor Miller has worked with artists, influencers, and YouTubers for the past five years to identify best practices for eCommerce and authentic marketing.

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Connor Miller is a creative technologist living in Detroit, Michigan. Previously, he worked with content creators and small business owners across America, helping them navigate non-traditional work, self management, and being a human being on the internet. He has led educational workshops at Discord, Patreon, Seattle Impact Hall, and beyond, and has summarized the most helpful bits in his small handbook for online creatives, Sustainable Loops.

Outlined Embroidery Workshop

Sunday May 26th from 2-4pm

Entry Level Class—No experience necessary, however you must be 14 or older

Join us for a 3-hour stitching bonanza where we'll navigate the labyrinth of various embroidery stitches.

Two-Day Fundamentals of Woodworking Workshop: Folding Lounge Chair with Wayne Maki & Alexis Rosa Caldero

Saturday June 1st 10:30am-3pm & Saturday June 7th 10:30am-12:30pm

Beginner Level Class - Must be 14 (with supervision) or older.

Get ready for a two-day whirlwind of woodworking glory. This beginner-friendly extravaganza promises to transform you from a novice into a DIY woodworking virtuoso.

All students must wear closed toe shoes for this workshop. Refrain from wearing loose clothing or anything that dangles. Tie up long hair and tuck away your jewelry and headscarves.***

Aprons will be provided, but please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting a little bit dirty. Paint and sealant oils will stain your clothing!

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructors:

Wayne Maki is a woodworker, maker, and entrepreneur. As co-owner of Mutual Adoration and POST, he builds frames, housewares, and large furniture pieces, mostly using reclaimed wood.

Alexis Rosa Caldero is POST's workshop coordinator. As a designer-craftsperson with experience in wood, metal, textiles, and furniture making, she maintains an active teaching practice sharing skills of the trade.

2 Day Garment Sewing Workshop: Beginner Box Tops
Sunday June 2nd from 10:30am-2pm & Sunday June 9th from 10:30am-2pm

Entry Level Class—No experience necessary, however you must be 14 or older

Join the sustainable, "me-made" movement as you sew your very own slow fashion staple from scratch!

We will guide you through the ins and outs of clothing creation as we navigate All Well Studio’s Sleeveless Box Top Pattern together. This easy-wearing boxy top is not just an ideal choice for sun-soaked days or savvy layering, it's also a remarkable lesson in garment making.

The All Well Studio Box Top pattern was designed so a complete beginner can use it to make their very first garment AND a seasoned sewist can whip it up quick and have a great time in the process. This pattern is for everyone!

We'll have a variety of fabrics for you to choose from, ranging in colors, patterns and texture. If you'd like to bring your own fabric, you will need 2 yards of a light to mid weight fabric (up to 5ish oz or 175gsm) that is 45"-60"wide. Avoid anything that is slippery (like satin or silk) or stretchy (like jersey).

Students will take home a Sleeveless Box Top, the full set of All Well Studio pattern files and instructions (which comes with 4 variations), and All Well Studio’s complete Hacking Guide with 14 hacking ideas and essential techniques. 

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Angela Zachary, a third-generation textile hand-crafter with over two decades of teaching experience, finds pure joy in crafting and fostering community. Her passion for creating is fostered out of a love for sustainability, and learning to slow down.

About the Studio Behind the Pattern:

All Well is a creative sewing studio producing simple, intuitive, and super-hackable sewing patterns written with sewists of all skill levels, from never-sewn-before to super-advanced, in mind. Besides patterns, they are making creative and beautiful learning resources for sewists like zines, prints, tutorials, and other learning tools like videos and blog posts.

Botanical Eco-Printing Workshop with Julia Targus of Electric Pink Crafts

Sunday June 23rd from 10:30am-12:30pm

Entry Level Class—No experience necessary, however you must be 14 or older

Summer has bloomed! Discover the joy of eco-printing using nothing but fresh botanicals and elbow grease to print directly onto natural fiber. 

In this 2 hour rendezvous with nature, we'll experiment with accessible natural dye techniques that can be used to create colorfast, eco-chic clothing and artwork at home. Work with fresh blooms and foliage, harnessing their capricious charm to create rich textures that bring the vibrancy of nature into your life, one hue at a time. We'll have all the materials and supplies needed for the project. We also welcome and encourage you to bring foraging of your own to experiment with!

Everyone will take home a naturally dyed bandana, and the know-how to recreate the process at home.

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Julia Targus is the face behind Electric Pink Arts and Crafts. With a BFA in Fiber Arts from Wayne State University, Julia has used her education to fuel her love for textiles. She has been working with POST to teach tapestry weaving since the spring of 2018 and has thoroughly enjoyed spreading her love for this unique craft.

Fresh Floral Workshop: Flower Crowns with Shelby Doyle of Ida Flora Detroit

Sunday June 30th from 2-4pm

Entry Level Class—No experience necessary, however you must be 14 or older

Love flowers? Why not wear them! This might just be our prettiest workshop ever!

Just in time to enjoy the prime of summertime blossoms, we'll be creating unique wearable compositions of wild grapevine and fresh florals grown by Shelby herself! You'll take home a gorgeous headpiece and the know-how to continue creating gorgeous floral arrangements for wearing to special events, parties, weddings, and more! 

You'll also learn about about the surprising longevity of flowers out of water and preservation methods to turn your unique piece into a dried floral wreath for your home.

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Shelby is a farmer-florist based in Detroit, MI. She has found a home with Beaverland Farms where she grows an abundance of blooms and designs through her own business, Ida Flora Detroit. She believes in working with your natural environment and appreciates the emotional connection we have to flowers. She can often be found covered in dirt, mesmerized by the depth of color found in nature.

Screen Printing Workshop: Pet Portraits with Melissa Dettloff

Saturday July 20th from 10:30am to 2pm

Entry Level Class - No experience necessary however minors must have a guardian present.

Your pet deserves 15 minutes of fame! And a custom-made portrait!
Learn the basics of screen printing and create a hand illustrated portrait of your favorite furry friend. We'll be using an accessible, non-darkroom method that can easily be replicated at home. Each participant will create an edition of 6 handmade, 8"x10" custom portraits of their own pet using drawing templates and Melissa’s guidance.

Mutual Adoration frames will be available in the shop at a 20% discount for workshop attendees.

We’ll email all registrants with instructions for how to select and send your pet’s photo before class. Nothing fancy needed - high resolution cell phone photos will work fine on newer phone models.

• Here is a 4-step guide on setting your resolution for Iphones/Ipads. 
• Here is a 4-step guide on setting your resolution for Androids 

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Melissa Dettloff is an artist and teacher based in Detroit, and she has been screen printing for over twenty years. She makes colorful screen prints out of her home studio, which she shares with her greyhound, Bernadette.

Screen Printing Workshop: One Page Wonder Artist Books

Saturday May 18th from 10:30am-1:30pm

Entry Level Class - No experience necessary however minors must have a guardian present.

In this 3 hour workshop, you'll learn the basics of screen printing by making an accordion-folded single-sheet artist's book.

Aimed at complete beginners or those looking to refresh their print skills, everyone will create a personalized artbook in a friendly, relaxed studio environment. There is something special about making a book with paper that you’ve printed yourself!

You'll learn the basics of screen printing and a simple approach to bookmaking using a single sheet of paper. Everyone will create their own screen with your own imagery using accessible techniques that can be easily replicated at home. We’ll be using both provided imagery, and imagery that you create using handmade stencils.

Everyone will walk away with a handmade book and a short stack of small notecards and envelopes to take home! You'll also receive two zines to help you replicate these processes at home. All materials are included.

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

Two-Day Fundamentals of Woodworking Workshop: Folding Lounge Chair with Wayne Maki & Alexis Rosa Caldero

Saturday August 10th 10:30am-3pm & Sunday August 11th 10:30am-12:30pm

Beginner Level Class - Must be 14 (with supervision) or older.

Get ready for a two-day whirlwind of woodworking glory. This beginner-friendly extravaganza promises to transform you from a novice into a DIY woodworking virtuoso.

All students must wear closed toe shoes for this workshop. Refrain from wearing loose clothing or anything that dangles. Tie up long hair and tuck away your jewelry and headscarves.***

Aprons will be provided, but please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting a little bit dirty. Paint and sealant oils will stain your clothing!

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructors:

Wayne Maki is a woodworker, maker, and entrepreneur. As co-owner of Mutual Adoration and POST, he builds frames, housewares, and large furniture pieces, mostly using reclaimed wood.

Alexis Rosa Caldero is POST's workshop coordinator. As a designer-craftsperson with experience in wood, metal, textiles, and furniture making, she maintains an active teaching practice sharing skills of the trade.

Screen Printing Workshop: Pet Portraits with Melissa Dettloff

Saturday August 24th from 10:30am to 2pm

Entry Level Class - No experience necessary however minors must have a guardian present.

Your pet deserves 15 minutes of fame! And a custom-made portrait!
Learn the basics of screen printing and create a hand illustrated portrait of your favorite furry friend. We'll be using an accessible, non-darkroom method that can easily be replicated at home. Each participant will create an edition of 6 handmade, 8"x10" custom portraits of their own pet using drawing templates and Melissa’s guidance.

Mutual Adoration frames will be available in the shop at a 20% discount for workshop attendees.

We’ll email all registrants with instructions for how to select and send your pet’s photo before class. Nothing fancy needed - high resolution cell phone photos will work fine on newer phone models.

• Here is a 4-step guide on setting your resolution for Iphones/Ipads. 
• Here is a 4-step guide on setting your resolution for Androids 

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Melissa Dettloff is an artist and teacher based in Detroit, and she has been screen printing for over twenty years. She makes colorful screen prints out of her home studio, which she shares with her greyhound, Bernadette.

Screen Printing Workshop: Pet Portraits with Melissa Dettloff

Saturday September 14th from 10:30am to 2pm

Entry Level Class - No experience necessary however minors must have a guardian present.

Your pet deserves 15 minutes of fame! And a custom-made portrait!
Learn the basics of screen printing and create a hand illustrated portrait of your favorite furry friend. We'll be using an accessible, non-darkroom method that can easily be replicated at home. Each participant will create an edition of 6 handmade, 8"x10" custom portraits of their own pet using drawing templates and Melissa’s guidance.

Mutual Adoration frames will be available in the shop at a 20% discount for workshop attendees.

We’ll email all registrants with instructions for how to select and send your pet’s photo before class. Nothing fancy needed - high resolution cell phone photos will work fine on newer phone models.

• Here is a 4-step guide on setting your resolution for Iphones/Ipads. 
• Here is a 4-step guide on setting your resolution for Androids 

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Melissa Dettloff is an artist and teacher based in Detroit, and she has been screen printing for over twenty years. She makes colorful screen prints out of her home studio, which she shares with her greyhound, Bernadette.

Painting Workshop: Making Natural Ink with Foraged Plants

Sunday September 15th 10:30-1pm
Must be 14 or older

Create original paintings, book marks, and cards with freshly foraged inks and gain some inspiration for future inky experiments!

Learn how to make natural ink with artist Elizabeth Schmuhl. We'll begin the day outside (so dress for the weather) while we forage for plants. Students are also encouraged to bring plants or other materials from home. Anything can be used to create painting pigments! Back inside, Elizabeth will walk you through the ink-making process using your new finds.

During this 2-1/2 hour make + take workshop, Elizabeth will share samples, discuss her process, and demonstrate the ink-making process. Everyone will enjoy a hands-on experience while foraging, experimenting, and painting with freshly created inks.

Aprons and gloves will be provided, but please wear closed-toe shoes and comfy clothing that may get dirty.

Please click here for more details on our Workshop Refund & Cancelation Policy.

About the Instructor:

Elizabeth Schmuhl is a multidisciplinary artist and the author of several books. Her most recent book,Fishes of the Great Lakes, contains paintings with natural inks made entirely from the Great Lake watershed and materials that surround it.