AR Workshop Alexandria - Wine and Painting Wood Sign Studio and DIY Workshop

WELCOME TO AR WORKSHOP Alexandria!

1212 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 566-0177

1212 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 566-0177

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AR Workshop is your destination for all things DIY! Our charming boutique studio offers hands-on craft classes, group activities, private parties, and a curated selection of gifts and on-trend home decor.

Alexandria's DIY WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

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Sun, May 7

RESERVED :: Arietta's Birthday Party

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Mon, May 8

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Tue, May 9

PLAN YOUR UPCOMING CELEBRATION OR EVENT

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wed, May 10

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thu, May 11

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

RESERVED :: Team Event for SDFCU

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Fri, May 12

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

*OPEN CRAFT* Walk-In Any time Between

11:30 AM - 4:00 PM

DIY CRAFTY HOUR - Wood & Canvas Workshop (Projects from $30)

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

FRI-DIY NIGHT OUT :: Wood, Canvas OR Textured ARt Workshop (Projects from $45)

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, May 13

Satur-DIY CRAFTERNOON :: Wood + Canvas Workshop

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

SPECIAL :: Mom & Me Workshop :: Kids craft free with Mom!

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

DIY Happy Hour :: Wood, Canvas OR Textured Art Workshop

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Sun, May 14

{NEW} Textured Art Workshop

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

SPECIAL :: Mom & Me Workshop :: Kids craft free with Mom!

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

SPECIAL :: Boxes & Blooms Workshop (with Fresh Flower Bar)

2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

SPECIAL :: Floral Cocktails and Pressed Flower Workshop

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Mon, May 15

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Tue, May 16

PLAN YOUR UPCOMING CELEBRATION OR EVENT

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wed, May 17

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

RESERVED :: ALEXANDRIA DAY SCHOOL TEACHER APPRECIATION

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Thu, May 18

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fri, May 19

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

*OPEN CRAFT* Walk-In Any time Between

11:30 AM - 4:00 PM

FRI-DIY NIGHT OUT :: Wood, Canvas OR Textured ARt Workshop (Projects from $45)

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, May 20

DIY FAMILY CRAFTERNOON :: Wood + Canvas Workshop. Projects for all ages.

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

RESERVED :: Emma's Birthday Party

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Sun, May 21

DIY CRAFTY HOUR - Mini Workshop. Mini Projects. Mini Prices (Projects from $30)

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

DIY FAMILY CRAFTERNOON :: Wood + Canvas Workshop. Projects for all ages.

2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

RESERVED :: Troop 52134 DIY Event

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mon, May 22

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Tue, May 23

PLAN YOUR UPCOMING CELEBRATION OR EVENT

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wed, May 24

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thu, May 25

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

THURS-DIY FRIENDS NIGHT / DATE NIGHT! Make your own or Share + DIY Together!

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Fri, May 26

THE GIFT BOUTIQUE IS OPEN

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

*OPEN CRAFT* Walk-In Any time Between

11:30 AM - 4:00 PM

FRI-DIY NIGHT OUT :: Wood, Canvas OR Textured ARt Workshop (Projects from $45)

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Sat, May 27

DIY FAMILY CRAFTERNOON :: Wood + Canvas Workshop. Projects for all ages.

11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

DIY Happy Hour :: Wood, Canvas OR Textured Art Workshop

3:00 PM - 5:30 PM

About our parties & Events!

TEAM BUILDING

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

SPECIAL OCCASIONS

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!

HOLIDAY PARTIES · CORPORATE EVENTS · TEAM BUILDING · BIRTHDAY PARTIES
VIRTUAL EVENTS · BRIDAL SHOWERS · BACHELORETTE PARTIES · FUNDRAISERS · BABY SHOWERS

BOOK YOUR EVENT

YOUTH SESSIONS

Calling all parents! Register your child for a hands-on crafting experience in one of our Youth Camps!

Check out our calendar for individual Youth or Family Friendly workshops.

Jun 19 - Jun 22 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
{KIDS} MORNING Art Session :: The Favorites Series (Ages 7-12)

Jun 19 - Jun 22 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
{TEEN} AFTERNOON Art Session :: The Teen Favorites Series (Ages 12-17)

Jun 26 - Jun 29 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
{KIDS} MORNING Art Session :: The Studio Arts Series (Ages 7-12)

Jun 26 - Jun 29 from 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM:
{TEEN} AFTERNOON Art Session :: The Teen ADVANCED Series (Ages 12-17)

Jul 10 - Jul 13 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
{KIDS} MORNING Art Session :: The Awesome 80's Series (Ages 7-12)

Jul 10 - Jul 13 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
{TEEN} AFTERNOON Art Session :: The Teen Favorites Series (Ages 12-17)

Jul 17 - Jul 20 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
{KIDS} MORNING Art Session :: The Favorites Series (Ages 7-12)

Jul 17 - Jul 20 from 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM:
{TEEN} AFTERNOON Art Session :: The Teen ADVANCED Series (Ages 12-17)

Jul 24 - Jul 27 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
{KIDS} MORNING Art Session :: The Studio Arts Series (Ages 7-12)

Jul 24 - Jul 27 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
{TEEN} AFTERNOON Art Session :: The Teen Favorites Series (Ages 12-17)

Jul 31 - Aug 3 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
{KIDS} MORNING Art Session :: The Awesome 80's Series (Ages 7-12)

Jul 31 - Aug 3 from 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM:
{TEEN} AFTERNOON Art Session :: The Teen ADVANCED Series (Ages 12-17)

Aug 7 - Aug 10 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
{KIDS} MORNING Art Session :: The Favorites Series (Ages 7-12)

Aug 7 - Aug 10 from 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM:
{TEEN} SUMMER ART SESSION :: The Teen Favorites Series (Ages 12-17)

Aug 14 - Aug 17 from 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM:
{KIDS} MORNING Art Session :: The Awesome 80's Series (Ages 7-12)

Aug 14 - Aug 17 from 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM:
{TEEN} SUMMER ART SESSION - The Teen ADVANCED Series (Ages 12-17)

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DIY-TO-GO KITS!

ARt Camp Voucher :: Buy Now, Book Later

BROWSE

Chunky Knit Blanket DIY-To-Go Kit :: Video Tutorial Included!

BROWSE

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 :: Menu Boards, Coat Racks, Blanket Ladders and More!
ORDER HERE MAKE IT FOR ME :: Place a Custom Order for Pick-Up!
ORDER HERE MAKE IT FOR ME :: Porch Signs - Multiple Sizes Available!
ORDER HERE

Family and Co. Circle Initial Framed Sign

BROWSE ALL PROJECTS

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!

View our online store

About AR Workshop Alexandria

Meet Katie Nguyen Wells, the owner of AR Workshop Alexandria, and our first Virginia and Mid-Atlantic location! Leveraging her Corporate HR and Recruiting background, previous experience running her own event styling business, and a love for DIY, Katie brings a great blend of business sense, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit to her role. Since 2017, Katie and AR Workshop Alexandria have been recognized and awarded the Small Business of the Year Recipient in 2018 by the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce and Franchisee of the Year Recipient in 2021 by Anders Ruff.

Located on upper King Street and in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Katie is excited to welcome you into her DIY Studio and Gift Boutique! Make sure to follow Katie and AR Workshop Alexandria on Instagram and Facebook to get the latest updates on classes, special workshops and events!

Experience AR Workshop with a DIY Class in Old Town or enjoy DIY at home with our DIY-TO-GO Kits. We'll teach you how to create on-trend home decor from raw materials – wood signs, canvas pillows, chunky knit blankets, speciality workshops, and so much more! Enjoy a girls night out, date night, team building event, fundraiser or birthday party (for all ages) at AR Workshop Alexandria!