POST

MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND MIXED BOUQUETS

Treat your mom (or yourself) to a gorgeous mix of fresh cut flowers. These locally crafted bouquets feature a variety of colorful blooms, wrapped in paper and ribbon. Colors and varieties of flowers and greenery will vary. All arrangements will be colorful, lush, and seasonal.  

WHEN:
Bouquets will be ready for pick up on Mother's Day weekend

Saturday May 13th from 10am to 5pm
Sunday May 14th 10am to 5pm

No need to call ahead or arrange an exact time. Once you place your order online, your bouquet(s) will be reserved for you to pick up on either day.

WHERE:
Pick up at POST
14500 Kercheval Detroit, MI 48215

Bouquets are not available for shipping or delivery.

A POST Still Life Series: Drawing with Melissa Dettloff

Saturday June 3rd from 10:30am to 12:30pm

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

This season, POST invites different artists to lead a session with their take on a POST Still Life.

We believe that EVERYONE can draw. Yes, even you. By drawing together, we not only learn new skills and improve our techniques, we build community through shared experience. Lose yourself in the process. Get into a flow state by focusing on a collection of POST's ordinary objects.

This class is designed to be a fun, experiential, and experimental workshop for all skill levels rather than an academic dive into “learning to draw". Come join the fun! 

For as long as people have been creating visual artwork, there has been a desire to record ordinary, everyday objects. These works evoke a mood and remind us of life’s hidden beauty. As viewers, the chosen still life objects offer some insight into the lives of others.

Melissa’s workshop will focus on drawing with pens, markers, and pencils. Paper and tools will be available. If you have your own favorite tools, please feel free to bring them.

Everyone will bring home a still life drawing and the experience of losing themselves in the process.

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

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

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 illustrations out of her home studio, which she shares with her greyhound, Bernadette.

Pressed Flower Workshop: Framed Pressed Flower Collage 

Saturday June 10th from 2:30pm - 4:30pm

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

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

During this make and take workshop, you'll get creative while being guided through the tradition of pressing flowers for preservation and display. We will have a variety of unique dried flowers and color schemes to choose from. Create a collage that reflects your style!

Everyone will receive a box frame, made by Mutual Adoration. These frames are made using locally sourced reclaimed wood and include two panes of glass. These frames are built specifically to display your pressed flower creation!

Everyone will take home their own unique piece, framed and ready to hang. Includes all materials and tools needed for project, as well as refreshments!

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 
Please click here for more details on our Workshop Policy page.

Clay Jewelry Workshop: Shaping & Color Mixing Essentials with Trice Clark

Sunday June 11th from 12pm-3pm

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

Local artist Trice Clark will guide you through the process of designing jewelry from scratch!  

During this 3 hour workshop, you’ll learn fundamental skills for working with vibrant polymer clay as you create a custom pendant necklace. We’ll practice shaping and manipulation techniques to yield clay beads. You’ll also learn color mixing techniques to bring forth custom hues. 

No prior experience is required —this is a beginner friendly course and a great starting point to lead into the Statement Patterns & Cane Work Workshop.

Everyone will bring home a showstopping, one-of-a-kind pendant necklace of their own design!

A POST Still Life Series: Charcoal Drawing with Clare Fox

Saturday June 17th from 10am to 2:30pm

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

This season, POST invites different artists to lead a session with their take on a POST Still Life.

We believe that EVERYONE can draw. Yes, even you. By drawing together, we not only learn new skills and improve our techniques, we build community through shared experience. Lose yourself in the process. Get into a flow state by focusing on a collection of POST's ordinary objects.

This class is designed to be a fun, experiential, and experimental workshop for all skill levels rather than an academic dive into “learning to draw". Come join the fun! 

For as long as people have been creating visual artwork, there has been a desire to record ordinary, everyday objects. These works evoke a mood and remind us of life’s hidden beauty. As viewers, the chosen still life objects offer some insight into the lives of others.

Join Clare in the studio for a session of Reductive Charcoal Drawing. We will explore using erasers and charcoal, in all its moody forms. This particular style of charcoal drawing is prized for its ability to produce an interplay between light and shadow, known as chiaroscuro. Though a bit messy, getting our hands dirty with charcoal dust is a very satisfying way to learn, play, and experiment!

Everyone will bring home a still life drawing and the experience of losing themselves in the process.

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

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

About the Instructor:

Clare Fox is a Detroit-based visual artist, instructor, and curator. Her academic and professional background is in Printmaking, though her studio practice also includes experimental photography, sculpture, and woodworking. Clare is the creative director and a co-founder of Mutual Adoration and POST.

DIY Succulent Gardens: Hypertufa Pot Workshop with Tina Genoff of Tender 

Saturday June 17th from 1:30 - 4:30pm

Entry Level Class - No experience necessary, however you must be 10 (with supervision) or older.

Learn how to create pots in all shapes and sizes! Learn how to care for those sweet little succulent friends, too!

During this 3 hour make & take workshop, we’ll be making unique pots for indoor and outdoor use. Perfect for a small succulent garden! Tina will teach you how to make pots from molds, add various textures, and how to properly plant and care for your garden. So many shapes, sizes, and textures are possible with hypertufa!

Hypertufa is a very light form of cement, made with peat moss and perlite instead of the heavier rocks and sand. The result is a cement planter that is light and porous. These are perfect for planting succulents and other plants that need drier soil. Everyone will take home at least one finished pot with one plant of your choice, with instructions to continue creating on your own. Additional plants will be available for purchase at POST. Tina will guide the class through plant selection, soil composition, and ongoing care for the gardens.

Aprons, gloves, and dust masks will be provided but please do not wear your best clothes/shoes. We may be getting a little dirty!

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

Workshop Cancelation & General Policies - Please click here for more details. 

About the instructor:

Tina Genoff has many years of experience gardening, creating, and enjoying nature. Her innovative techniques with materials and plants produce interesting living sculptures. She believes in DIY culture and creating beautiful objects with simple, natural ingredients. Her hypertufa gardens are sold at POST and other fine shops in Michigan.

Clay Jewelry Workshop: Statement Patterns & Cane Work with Trice Clark

Sunday June 18th from 12pm-3pm

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

Perfect for those who love a conversational piece. The intricate design work taught in this class is sure to produce head turning accessories.

Through this 3 hour workshop, we’ll explore the possibilities of what can be created from polymer clay. Trice will guide you through the process of layering and cutting to create striking patterns for one-of-a-kind drop earrings. Dive into decorative techniques such as terrazzo, stripes, and marble effects. Move on to creating the holes to add your jump rings, and learn techniques to add the backings of your earrings.

While it is not required, we do recommend starting with Trice’s Shaping & Color Mixing Essentials Workshop. This session will touch on the same foundational techniques for making jewelry from scratch, however it will move at a faster pace to cover new skills.

Everyone will bring home a stunning pair of drop earrings featuring your custom, intricate designs as well as an assortment of practice beads!

Sewing Skillbuilder: French Seam Market Bag Workshop with Detroit Apron Co

Wednesday June 21st, 6-8:30pm

Prerequisite - You’ve either taken the Sewing Machine Essentials workshop or have previous experience using a sewing machine. Must be 14 or older.

In this sewing skill builder class you will learn to construct a simple market tote and advance your sewing skills.

Using just one piece of fabric, we will learn to cut the fabric using a pattern, attach the handles and use French seams to give this beautifully simple bag a polished finish.  You will probably feel so confident in your new skills that you will want to reproduce this bag in many more fabrics at home!

A variety of fabric will be provided for your selection. Sewing machines will also be provided, but students are invited to bring their home sewing machine if they wish to learn on their own equipment. 

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

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

About the Instructor:

Donna Killeen is the owner and creator of Detroit Apron Company. She enjoys working with natural linen and cotton fabrics to create aprons, hand towels and market bags.

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

Saturday June 24th 10:30am-2:30pm & Saturday July 1st 10:30am-12:30pm

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

The design is a classic beginners woodworking project with an ingenious folding mechanism. Each student will leave with a lightweight, reclaimed wood folding chair, printed plans, and the skills to make another chair on your own.

Planned with the total beginner in mind, this 2 part, 6 hour workshop, will take students through the fundamentals of woodworking. 

Day 1 will focus on fabrication. We’ll demo the basics of ripping, chamfering, and cutting lumber to length. Everyone will operate the table saw, power feeder, miter saw, and drill press. By the end of the first session, you’ll have all 32 chair parts painted, sealed, and ready for assembly on Day 2!

Please note, some parts will be prepped in advance in order for everyone to make a fully functioning piece in only 6 hours. You’ll learn how to safely operate basic hand and machine tools, how to accurately measure for consistency, and techniques for painting and finishing! 

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!

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

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

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

Sunday June 25th from 10am to 1:30pm

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 8 handmade, 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.

After you register, we’ll email you with instructions for how to select and send your pet’s photo before class. Nothing fancy needed - cell phone photos will work fine. 

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

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

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.

Ceramic Workshop: Glazing Porcelain Bud Vases

Saturday May 27th from 1:30pm-4:30pm

Beginner Level Class - Must be 16 or older

Learn all about porcelain decorating techniques as you make a unique home accent of your own! Perfect for a commemorative jewelry plate, stylish soap dish, or one-of-a-kind catch-all tray to treasure for years to come. 

In this 3 hour workshop, you choose your tray from a selection of bisqueware — each hand built  by Rachel Gervais. With a variety of colored underglaze paints at your disposal, Rachel will walk you through glazing techniques as you decorate your chosen piece.

Once your glaze is set, your vase will be loaded into the kiln to be fired. Please note, all vases will be ready for pick up 1 week after class, when the kiln firing is complete.

Painting Workshop: Making Natural Ink with Foraged Plants with Elizabeth Schmuhl

SundayJuly 2nd 11am-1pm

Must be 14 (with supervision) 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.

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

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

About the Instructors:

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.

Water Bath Marbling on Many Mediums

Wednesday July 5th from 6 to 8pm

Entry Level Class. No experience necessary. Must be 14 or older. 

This class is perfect for anyone who sometimes feels intimidated by arts and crafts. Because the process is very free-flowing, everyone will have some successful results!

Water marbling is an ancient technique of lightly applying pigments onto the surface of thickened water in order to create beautiful, swirling designs that may be transferred onto a range of different surfaces such as paper, leather, fabric, and more. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn about the origins of marbling art and how it has been applied in various forms. Playing with colors and a variety of tools will allow you to experiment with different patterns. We’ll show you how to properly dip paper, leather, wood, and fabric into the bath in order to perfectly transfer your trippy patterns. We'll also discuss uses for the results beyond the workshop. So many projects can be made with your marbled pieces!

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

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

About the Instructor:

Clare Fox is a Detroit-based visual artist, instructor, and curator. Her academic and professional background is in Printmaking, though her studio practice also includes experimental photography, sculpture, and woodworking. Clare is the creative director and a co-founder of Mutual Adoration and POST.

Visible Mending Workshop: Intro to Darning

Saturday July 8th from 10:30am-1:30pm

Beginner Level Class - Must be 14 or older. Minors must be accompanied.

Learn how to repair your clothing through the lost art of darning! You know those pieces that you've been meaning to mend? Now is your chance!

This workshop will introduce you to visible mending techniques using a darning loom to effortlessly repair holes, tears, and abrasions in your clothing. Julia will walk you through the tools, materials, and solutions using a variety of denim to practice.

A variety of denim and knit fabrics will be provided for practice. We encourage you to bring in your favorite ripped, worn, and snagged denim jackets, jeans, and chambray shirts for guidance.

Everyone will take home a mini loom and the skills to build a sustainable wardrobe.

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

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

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. 

Screen Printing Workshop: One Page Wonder Artist Books

Sunday July 9th from 10:30am to 2:30pm

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

In this 4 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!

The theme of the workshop is "Inside/Outside". We'll take a walk outside to forage for elements (and inspiration!) to print. 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 found foliage and 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.

Sewing Skillbuilder: Lined Market Bag Workshop with Detroit Apron Co

Wednesday July 12th, 6-8:30pm

Prerequisite - You’ve either taken the Sewing Machine Essentials workshop or have previous experience using a sewing machine. Must be 14 or older.

In this sewing skill builder class you will learn to construct a lined market tote and advance your sewing skills.

Using a sewing machine, this bag will be constructed using more elements than my previous bag workshops. These elements include cutting the fabric using a pattern, making your own handles for the bag, applying a pocket, making gussets, and lining the bag. Like my other designs, this bag will be reversible—so two bags in one!

It may sound like a lot to cover, but you will come away satisfied with your new skills as a beginner. 

WHAT TO BRING TO CLASS

-¾ yard for lining. Please choose a mid weight cotton, such as a quilting cotton.
(we will also have TONS of fun patterns to choose from at no additional cost)

-Outer fabric will be provided (option of black or blue).

-Machines will be provided, but students are invited to bring their home sewing machine if they wish to learn on their own equipment.

COVID-19 POLICY - We are asking all workshop participants to be fully vaccinated or provide a negative test result from within three days prior to the class and to accept all requests of both POST and the instructor concerning mask wearing. 

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

About the Instructor:

Donna Killeen is the owner and creator of Detroit Apron Company. She enjoys working with natural linen and cotton fabrics to create aprons, hand towels and market bags.

Clay Jewelry Workshop: Shaping & Color Mixing Essentials with Trice Clark

Saturday July 22nd from 1:30pm-4:30pm

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

Local artist Trice Clark will guide you through the process of designing jewelry from scratch!  

During this 3 hour workshop, you’ll learn fundamental skills for working with vibrant polymer clay as you create a custom pendant necklace. We’ll practice shaping and manipulation techniques to yield clay beads. You’ll also learn color mixing techniques to bring forth custom hues. 

No prior experience is required —this is a beginner friendly course and a great starting point to lead into the Statement Patterns & Cane Work Workshop.

Everyone will bring home a showstopping, one-of-a-kind pendant necklace of their own design!