Craft Workshops San Francisco

From San Mateo County Pride Center Peer Support Groups

Our monthly Circuit Launch Oakland "Open House" evening for everyone, fun for the whole family! Join us every third Friday evening of the month: **○ Robot, AI and Electronics Projects:** Start a project, continue a project or discover one here: we provide the space, tools and peer learning – you bring your project and enthusiasm! **○ Repair Projects:** Fixit Clinic's monthly residency at Circuit Launch: bring your repair projects – electronic gadgets, appliances, computers, toys, etc.– for consultation, assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. We’ll provide workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item. First-time repairers and “Fixing Families” are heartily invited. Learn more at [https://www.fixitclinic.org/](https://www.fixitclinic.org/) **○ Tech Topic Discussions and Practice:** join the AI thought leadership practise group for lively conversation: Come share your knowledge -- or your lack thereof: all experience levels welcome. It's definitely worth a visit if you've never been here: tour Circuit Launch and see all the exciting companies and projects in progress. – U18s heartily welcome with a participating adult. – Equipment use outside of the soldering and debugging gear requires certification. Looking forward to seeing you this third Friday!

3 attendees

Crafting in Community

Thu, May 21, 12:30 AM

A new montly, virtual space, hosted by the Pride Center! Been working on a craft? Want to start engaging your creativity more? Need motivation or input on your projects? Stop by to decompress after work, unwind after school, work on whatever craft you have going on, learn and share new skills, and get to know folks from our community! **Join us every 3rd Wednesday, 5:30-6:30 for a shared crafting space!** *This space is free, and there is no need to register*! Can’t be there the whole time? Join late or leave early! Use this link to attend the group - https://tinyurl.com/smpccic

From Stories Make Us Art & Craft & Storytelling Workshops

Art & Craft Nights in the Presidio

Thu, Apr 23, 1:00 AM

**Come on in! Learn about us and our workshops at www.storiesmakeus.org. We look forward to seeing you!**

From Berkeley Handmade Arts & Crafts Meetup

Crafternoons at Sticky Art Lab!

Sun, May 3, 9:00 PM

Crafternoons are where adults come to create (with me!) in one room and children come to explore in the other (with Teacher Pollyanna!). Help us build a village and expand our community while making art! $35 per maker ($45 at the door as space allows) $15/child (Ages 5-12) **Register here! ** https://crafterateur.com/event/crafternoon2026/ **Schedule of events: ** February 8 Macrame Heart Coasters (Adult) & Pop-Up Valentines (Kid) March 1 Decoupage Vase + Flower Bar (Adult) & Paper Flowers (Kid) April 12 Batik Tea Towels (Adult) & Craft Tape Paint Art (Kid) — This crafternoon led by Teacher Pollyanna (Adult) and Teacher Julia (Kid)! May 3 Mini Piñatas + Fill Station (Adult) & Cracker Box Animals (Kid) September 6 Beaded Bag Charms (Adult) & Friendship Bracelets (Kid) October 4 Spooky Pom Poms (Adult) & String Art (Kid) November 1 Soy Candles (Adult) & Forest Creatures (Kid) All crafty skill levels welcome! Ticket fee includes instruction and all materials. Workshops are designed for ages 14+; <18 must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Free street parking on Sundays! Tickets are non-refundable. In the event you can no longer attend an event, you may transfer your ticket to a friend.

2 attendees

Sunday Coffee & Crafting

Sun, Apr 26, 5:00 PM

From East Bay Fiber Arts

5.0

**Bring your own seat or picnic blanket as cafe seating is very limited!** Come join us for our bi-weekly Sunday Coffee & Crafting for some cafe fare and crafting social time! As always, all fiber artists are welcome. *** **About the location:** The Hidden Cafe is a cozy cafe located in the Strawberry Creek Park in Berkeley. On weekends they also host pop-up food options. **How to Get There:** BART: 10 minute walk from North Berkeley station Bus: 51B, 800 Car: Parking for Strawberry Creek Park is available, along with on-street parking nearby. Bike: For those north (in Albany or El Cerrito) you can also take the bike path directly to the park!

28 attendees

FREE Textiles Open Studio with Team Ace @ Ace Makerspace

Thu, May 7, 2:30 AM

YOU MUST PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: [www.acemakerspace.org/calendar](https://www.acemakerspace.org/calendar/) This is a great place to access wonderful machines and equipment, practice that YouTube video you have been checking out, and more. **Level:** Beginner to Expert **Timing:** 3 hours **Location:** Coworking and Textiles room in suite 206 **Certification:** No certifications are provided at this lab Your hosts can help you get started, and provide practice projects, or recommendations. We are not offering 1:1 lessons at this open lab as host time and assistance is limited. We may give demonstrations if time allows or when we have guests. **What to bring:** We stock basic supplies, but it is a good idea to bring your own specialty supplies or personal scissors if you are picky – we get it. Please be sure that all clothing is freshly laundered before bringing it in for repairs or alterations. New Guests must [sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) before this event starts. Add the FREE account on the Ace makerspace website check out or sign up here → [FREE Guest Account](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.

2 attendees

Textiles Mending and Repair Night @ Ace Makerspace

Thu, May 7, 1:00 AM

YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: [www.acemakerspace.org/calendar](https://www.acemakerspace.org/calendar/) Get going on your aspirational mending projects – you know that pile in the back of your closet with ripped clothes, moth-eaten curtains, and your favorite tote with the torn handle! Your knowledgeable host can help you choose the technique for your repair, provide guidance if you hit a snag, and share thrifty tips for successful mends. **What to Bring:** Your textile repair projects. Please launder any clothing you plan to sew before you arrive. * **Level:** Beginner * **Timing:** 1.5 hours * **Location:** Coworking/Textiles suite 206 * **Certification:** None * **Age:** 14+ If you need a scholarship for this class, please **[submit this request form.](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyuFC_Cv4EdCcQUFFkSVSb4NHuhisZ1z6DJI_i-BWz8wznBw/viewform)** You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event New Guests must [sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → [FREE Guest Account](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/). Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.

From East Bay Creative Girlies (20s/30s/40s)

Free Craft Night in Alameda!

Fri, May 1, 1:00 AM

4.9

hi creative pals! join me for a free craft night at faction brewing in alameda! i am SO excited to host a community event here! the venue is absolutely gorgeous and i love watching the sun set on the water! they’ll have food trucks and all their best beers on tap! and we’ll be making bag charms! i got a whole new selection of beads and i can’t wait for you to see all the new themes hehe. it’s free to join, and supplies are provided as always! come with friends, or come by yourself and meet some new ones! i love connecting with our communities through crafting 💕

37 attendees

Crochet Club (All Fiber Artists Welcome!)

Wed, Apr 22, 1:00 AM

From East Bay Creative Girlies (20s/30s/40s)

4.9

Join us for our weekly fiber artists meetup every Tuesday night 6-9pm at Sana’a Cafe in Temescal on Telegraph! All fiber artists and skill levels are welcome! It’s free to join and I have community supplies if you don’t have your own! The whole cafe is reserved for us and usually about 75 fiber artists attend each week. In addition to our Meetup group, I also post about all of the events I host on my IG @jennyandcabbage 🥰

9 attendees

FREE Workshop Care Night @ Ace Makerspace

Fri, Apr 24, 2:00 AM

YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: [www.acemakerspace.org/calendar](https://www.acemakerspace.org/calendar/) The Ace Workshop is a community space which means that we all have a role to play beyond simply working on our projects and cleaning up after ourselves. This social evening is all about working together to care for our tools, make repairs, and practice concepts covered in our Shop Basics class like logging assets and finding information on the wiki. **Class Type:** Exposure **Level:** Beginner **Timing:** 2 hours **Location:** Suite #214 Workshop **Prerequisite:** Shop Basics **Certifications:** None **Age:** 18+ Our expert host, Howard Cohen, will help guide the group through a variety of repairs as we work in teams of two to tackle a checklist of current workshop maintenance and repair needs. This beginner-accessible volunteer event is a great entry point into both Ace shop culture and tool repair concepts + an easy way to make your monthly contribution of effort. Each event is unique! One month we may align the Table Saw blade, repair a vacuum duct and re-home new tools; the next we may wax the tool tabletops and replace the cyclone filter. **Bonus:** Try signing up with a friend or a date! At Ace we use the buddy system for all repairs. **What to bring:** A notebook or well-charged phone for accessing slack and the wiki. **What to wear:** Closed-toe shoes, short sleeves, and work clothes. Long hair must be tied back. **Safety Gear:** Eye protection, ear protection, and hand sanitizer will be provided. You can also bring your own. New Guests must [sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → [FREE Guest Account](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/). Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.

From Berkeley Handmade Arts & Crafts Meetup

Thursday Casual Clay Night

Fri, May 1, 1:30 AM

Looking to get your hands dirty on a Thursday night with some pottery? Pre-register and bring your friends for our Casual Clay evening. Acceptable from beginners that just want to try working with clay to more experienced potters wanting to hand build. Email clay@stickyartlab.com to register. UPDATED PRICING FOR 2026: Pricing is $40 for the first person, and $35 for each additional person in your group. This includes the firing fee and second session to glaze your pieces. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

3 attendees

Shop Basics & Certification @ Ace Makerspace

Fri, May 8, 2:00 AM

YOU MUST PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: [www.acemakerspace.org/calendar](https://www.acemakerspace.org/calendar/) Your Ace Makerspace Woodworking and Metalworking experience starts here! First, get up to speed on shop etiquette and learn the ins and outs of sharing tools and space at Ace Makerspace. This one-hour certification class is required for ALL Wood and Metal Shop users. **Level:** Beginner to Expert **Timing:** 1 hour **Location:** Ace Workshop Suite #214 **Prerequisites:** None **Certification:** Ace Shop Basics (required to use the Ace Shops) **Age:** 14+ **Agenda** * How to find out what is safe use / Safety Tools * Better than you found it * What tools require certification * Using Tool Asset numbers * Consumables * Managing Power * Dust collection and the Cyclone * Storage * Reserving Space Dibs * Reporting when things go wrong, or you do something good * Slack at Ace and for Shop Engagement * How to get help and find things – Wiki + Slack + Go to Class * Air Quality Management Sign Up **What to bring:** A notebook or well-charged phone for taking notes. **What to wear:** Closed-toe shoes, short sleeves, and work clothes. Long hair must be tied back. **Safety Gear:** Eye protection, ear protection, and hand sanitizer will be provided. You can also bring your own. New Guests must [sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) before this event starts. Add the FREE account on the Ace makerspace website check out or sign up here → [FREE Guest Account](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) If you need a scholarship for this class, please [submit this request form.](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyuFC_Cv4EdCcQUFFkSVSb4NHuhisZ1z6DJI_i-BWz8wznBw/viewform) You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event. Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland.

**Come on in! Learn about us and our workshops at www.storiesmakeus.org. We look forward to seeing you!**

From Berkeley Handmade Arts & Crafts Meetup

Crafternoons at Sticky Art Lab!

Sun, May 3, 9:00 PM

2 attendees

Sunday Coffee & Crafting

Sun, Apr 26, 5:00 PM

From East Bay Fiber Arts

5.0

28 attendees

FREE Textiles Open Studio with Team Ace @ Ace Makerspace

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