Workshop Houston

Friday Field Trip: Discovery Green & Art Car Sneak Peek

workshop — Mon, 14 May 2012 16:56:23 +0000

Last Friday found the students of Workshop Houston downtown at Discovery Green. We checked out some Art Cars in anticipation of the 25th annual parade happening the next day, and also had some time to cool off in the fountain. Check out our day!

Fresh Paint for the Bike Shop

workshop — Mon, 07 May 2012 19:50:27 +0000

After 4+ years of heavy use by participants, the Bike Shop’s paint job had taken a beating. Thanks to the generosity of the Green Painter and the Southampton Group, today it looks brand new! We are excited to be able to provide the best possible facilities to the community with the help of these great companies. Come by and check it out!

Video Shoot Begins for Our Latest Release!

workshop — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 18:43:08 +0000

Friday was spent eagerly prepping for the camera as students at Workshop Houston participated in filming the music video for our newest song, “Deuces.” The song, written & performed by middle school student Asia, is being edited into a music video & will be hitting the internet soon! Check out these pictures from behind the scenes:

A & B Students Earn a Private Baking Party

workshop — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:43:27 +0000

Our Spring Break Friday field trip was a reward for students who currently have all A’s & B’s on their report cards. We had a fun Downtown Day which included a private cake pop baking class, courtesy of Tastee Tee’s! Check out some of our creations above.

Style Shop Students Excel at Sewing

workshop — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:18:18 +0000

As we reach spring time, students in Style Shop continue to work through some impressive curriculum. Many of our students have been sewing since September, & at this point they are able to read a pattern to complete their own clothing. Two students, Happynaiss & Donatila decided to work on skirt patterns, with amazing results! Check out their process here:

Adult Classes Offered in Chopper Shop this April!

workshop — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 21:38:31 +0000

If you know anything about the programming we offer to our middle school students here, you know that each program tackles some pretty cool stuff. If you’ve ever thought “Hey, I’d like to know how to do that,” finally, here is your chance!

For three hours every Saturday in April, join Sanjay in Chopper Shop & learn the basics of welding, just like our students do! You do not need to have any previous experience- all equipment, tools, instruction, & material is supplied.

For the low cost of $80, you can reserve your spot in this limited-availability class. Learn to weld, design, & much more.

Reserve your spot by contacting us with your deposit (contact@workshophouston.org or 713.807.7911), & come prepared to work!

Schedule of Chopper Shop Adult Classes:

Saturdays, April 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th, 9am-12pm.

(*Please Note: No make-up times have been allocated for this class- please be sure to clear your schedule in order to make it to these sessions. Class size is limited to the first five people who register- secure your spot today!)

Style Shop Visits BlackSwan Screenprinting

workshop — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:42:30 +0000

With all the interest in screenprinting here in Style Shop, we decided to pay a visit to a real screenprinting company. BlackSwan Screenprinting (housed in the new Spring Street studios) was more than happy to show our students what goes into professionally making really great posters & trendy clothing. We learned a lot about the process, & also had a great, inspiring time. While over on that side of town, we also stopped in to look at artist David Adickes’s president heads, where we got up close & personal with some great historical figures. All in all, a great afternoon for the students of Style Shop!

High School Students visit Prairie View A&M University

workshop — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 20:39:21 +0000

Check out some pictures from our visit to this historical university. The students had a lot of fun and learned a lot.

WSH Students Have A Blast At The Aquarium for Field Trip Friday

workshop — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:10:12 +0000

Workshop Houston Takes a Seat

workshop — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:15:41 +0000

Just a few months ago, Workshop Houston was approached by local business l + j industries about partnering up for a specialized class. The lovely ladies behind l + j industries (Lynne and Julia) upholster furniture and wanted to help give back to the community. What better way than recovering some chairs for us here in Style Shop, and teaching the students how to actually do it themselves?

Style Shop students were in charge of quilting scrap fabric together to be used for the cushion covers, as well as painting the chairs provided by l + j industries. Lynne brought the heavy-duty staple guns, as well as the fixed-up seat cushions, and the students got to work! Here you can see students Juan, Pedro, and Jacky putting the cushions together:

We love our new sewing seats in Style Shop– thank you l + j industries for your time and expertise!