Bottle caps, too big, toothpaste lids, too small, acorn tops, just right! I was thinking, thinking, thinking of some sort of holder for my watercolor paint. And it hit me. While I was at the park we spotted lots of acorns. That plus in the …
Who knew? In Canby, a little town just south of the hustle and bustle of Portland, is a magical creative reuse space. Although in this creative reuse center you’ll find only one building material. Not wood, glass, or sheet rock, but tiny little bricks. The …
When: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, August 26 Where: DIY Studio, 480 Center St NE (In the Salem Center Mall, next to Made In Oregon) Cost: $35 Information: (971) 208-5869 or www.diystudio.net Come create “Art in the Dark” to help keep the lights on at …
DIY Studio is thrilled to see you this Saturday for the sixth annual Salem Peace Festival on the grounds of Unity of Salem, 1777 Fabry Rd. S.E. Salem OR 97306, between 10:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. We have a handful of volunteers (many thanks) who …
The shop is filling up with artistic treasures. Let me introduce you to our newest artists. Sandra Hilton Check out these lovely fiber arts creations. Sandra creative process begins with wool which she felts into pins, pictures, and sculptural cozies. Start collecting her work …
Free Kittens are hard to say no to. They are cute and little and fluffy. Dare I say? These kittens are even better. They are mess free! Behold cuteness: At Maker Thursday (for Free Art Friday) we made adorable kitties to put out for Free …
Nothing is sadder than watching a beloved non-profit close its doors without knowing your help was needed. As a customer and a donor, I know how this feels first hand and the unsettled feeling always leaves me asking a series of “what if” scenarios. “What …
Join us in welcoming five new upcycle artists to DIY Studio. Toni Del Guidice, Urban Gypsy Toni is a fine artists who creates beautiful mosaics, paintings, murals and illustrations. We are thrilled to have her artwork at DIY Studio. Melissa Lewis and Christina Rudelis, …
We’ve offered a new perk to our members because we love you so darn much! We’ve heard that people are in need of a place to spread out and create. So we’ve opened our studio for Members Only Open Studio times. Check the calendar above …
We’ve got a lot of fun planned for you this month! DIY Studio is the place where you can focus on creating and feel good about the resources you create with. We take care of everything! From acquiring supplies, providing ample room, as well as …
We are thrilled to now offer upcycled purses, totes, messenger bags, and growler bags created from vinyl and reclaimed fabric. Lori and her mom Peggy are the talent behind Granny Great’s Closet. Built on the premise from her Grandmother that everything has a second life, …
I’ve been schlepping our suitcase of crafty goodness around for a couple of years now. Glue, paper, and glue encrusted scissors are my weapons of choice. Sure we usually have a project and craft goal in mind, but it’s much, much more. While I’ve heard …
It takes many helping hands to make a non-profit thrive and we sure would love your help! Please look at the following donation requests as well as volunteer opportunities. And if you know of someone who can help, please pass this information along. We look …
Bibliocraftologist LouJean Fobert graciously showed off her talents Thursday July 18th in the studio. She got busy folding, pressing, and gluing her art books while answering questions from curious passers-by. Many thanks to LouJean for not only being a champion volunteer, but also showing off …