mini makers | Ages 3-6
Specialized art and maker classes for kids ages 3+! Unleash your child's creativity with our Mini Makers workshop, designed specifically for young artists aged 3-6! In this hands-on session, little builders and creators will dive into the world of process art, using hammers and nails to explore textures, patterns, and the joy of making.
STEAM Day camp
When school is out, we’re in! Camps for kids ages 5+! Whether it’s Presidents Day or Winter Break, or even a pupil free day, we have you covered. Join us for an in-person day camp focused on the creative exploration of all things STEAM!
epoxy resin design
In the resin pour technique, we'll teach you how to mix colors, and add details and inlays using our silicone molds. We offer classes for the resin novice to the experienced pourer. Make everything from jewelry to bookmarks and notebook covers to geode canvases and more!
digital music creation
Be a digital music creator! Students learn to record and edit beats using professional production software, Soundtrap, and experiment with using a midi keyboard to layer in digital instruments and other elements. Make beats, loops, and remixes while learning some basic theory and songwriting skills.
LED Wand Workshop
What wizard or fairy would be complete without their magic wand?! In this online workshop, we'll learn to build a basic circuit that will light up an LED. Then we'll add decorative stones, tassels, and snazzy bits to complete the finishing touches on our glowing creations!
creative engineering
Waste not want not! We’re upcycling cardboard boxes to design, build, and decorate our own structures. Learn notching, hinge and cut techniques to create structurally sound creations using our favorite tools, Makedo. Immersive art box, fort, fairy house, robot costume? Come imagine and create with us!
after school classes
After private group school classes and workshops should allow students to plug in while they unwind. Our classes dive deeper into STEAM concepts like process art, crafting, building, coding, and gaming. With a minimum of 6 and a max of 12, students receive individualized attention and unique projects and activities! Set up and organize your group, then contact us!
studio arts
Come and enjoy the process of creating art in this welcoming and collaborative environment. Explore new materials and techniques to create one-of-a-kind pieces you’ll be proud to bring home. From acrylics to watercolors and clay to fiber arts, we’ll have a ton of fun exploring all things art.
make & take weekends!
Stop in, make, and take! Crafting for all ages! Drop in at our Pico Blvd studio and craft at your own pace. We change our drop in projects weekly and crafts normally take about 45 minutes to complete. These events are multigenerational. Teachers are on hand to assist in this self-guided crafting experience!
jewelry Making
Why buy it when you can make it? In these workshops we'll create custom jewelry using a variety of techniques and materials. We offer polymer clay design, heishi bead bracelets and keychains, paper bead making and lots more!
after school programs
Great for Early Dismissal Days! These classes for are a great way to fit some hands-on STEAM education into your day! Students receive individualized attention and participate in fun activities and making unique projects!
coding & game design
Hands-on coding and technology for K-6 students. Explore developmentally appropriate tech for elementary students, our hands on coding and design classes includes MaKey MaKey, Makedo, micro:bit, Hummingbird, and Ozobots. Learn everything from game design to music to art.
LEATHER WORK
Design, laser cut, and put together a unique leather creation that is customized by you! We’ll show you how to cut, hole punch, and hand sew pouches, wallets, and envelopes that will accessorize every outfit perfectly. Keep them for yourself or give them as a gift!
Candle making
Choose your crystals, flowers, and colorful charms, we're making candles! We'll show you how to color, scent and pour candles infused with the energy of your selected crystals, flowers and herbs. Name your creation and create custom labels to match, along with an assortment of twines and ribbons.
lego robotics
Whether your focus is on construction, moving parts, or you're ready to venture into robotics and coding, we’ll get those Lego pieces moving! Learn the basics of design, mechanics, and coding. Participate in a variety of creative challenges using motors, sensors, and more while using the Lego Spike Prime kits and coding resources.
free events
Find us in the wild! Design Hive is out and about. From community street fairs to farmers markets and school events, look for us! We love bringing hands on making to kids, adults, and families!
Tween craft collective
Designed for ages 10-13! Our Tween Craft Collective was created out of a committment to creating a space that respects and nurtures the developmental and social needs of this specific age group. This screen-free space allows for tweens to dive deep into interesting projects with their peers!
Seasonal events
Special parties and holiday-related upcoming events! If there’s a holiday coming up, join us in the studio for something a little special. These events are often multigenerational and open to the whole family. Make your house a little more festive with these holiday crafts!
SNEAKER design
Explore all things sneaker and design! Work through the sneaker design process as you develop a concept, explore material and color swatches, design and laser cut your logo, and embellish with colored laces, paints, stones and more!
2d design w/glowforge
Learn about the process of laser cutting and design! This workshop focuses on the art of 2D design as kids create and apply graphics onto a variety of materials and objects. We'll use Glowforge’s software to design logos to earrings to customized sneakers and more. Design on a variety of materials- from acrylic to wood to fabric!
Soap Making
Choose your colors, scents, and colorful charms, we're making delightful soaps! Create your own designs ranging from rainbow layers, to flower infused, and so much more! We can add items to clear glycerin soaps or add colors and designs to gentle goats milk.
marbling & mosaics
Learn various marbling techniques using different materials and media, from ceramic tiles to planters. Learn to use media like Marabu Easy Marble, paints, inks, polishes, and more to create unique crafts using a variety of hydro-dipping and painting and mosaic techniques. Learn about groutless mosaics and other ceramics, too!
Mini House Workshop
Step into engineer mode and join us in planning, designing, building and programming our very own Mini Homes. Work through the engineering process as you create working lights and fans. Finish the job with custom furniture and landscaping.
Fiber arts
Explore our wide variety of Fiber Art workshops, from macrame, punch needle, hand-stitching, weaving, felting, shibori and more. Use your hands and specialized tools to create colorful and unique works of art while getting to know a variety of media and materials, both natural and synthetic!