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St. Patrick’s Day Decorations

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year with your house decked out in green and maybe a touch of pink!  We have two awesome Instant Download collections so you’ll have immediate access to them.  You can go the traditional green route with our Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Collection. Or break out of tradition this year and […]

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Hot Air Balloon Themed Party

Another gorgeous Hot Air Balloon Themed Party styled by Yolanda of Kiss With Style.  We love what Yolanda has done with our Hot Air Balloon Collection in the past and it amazes me that she could take a look that she had already perfected, refresh it, and end up with another perfectly styled party!  The pops […]

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AR Workshop Alexandria is now open in Alexandria, VA!

We are excited to announce the opening of AR Workshop Alexandria! AR Workshop Alexandria (located at 107 N. Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314) is owned by Katie Wells.  Spread the word to your friends around the Alexandria, VA area to let them know about AR Workshop Alexandria’s wood and canvas decor DIY classes! AR Workshop Alexandria is our […]

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Elegant Mermaid Party

This elegant mermaid party is both elegant and charming for the Little Mermaid and all her friends.  Party stylist Yolanda Cerra, of Kiss With Style, always has the most magical way of creating glamorous parties that are beautiful for those that like a little visual happiness and fun for those who are about the cake and games! […]

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AR Workshop Newtown is Now Open in Pennsylvania

We are giddy to announce the opening of AR Workshop Newtown! Located in Pennsylvania at 2324 2nd St. Pike, Suite 120, Newtown, PA 18940, new owner, Rebecca Nehrbas is thrilled to welcome you to her DIY home decor studio! You’ll love the variety of classes offered. You can click here to check out the AR Workshop Newtown schedule! […]

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AR Workshop Greensboro is now open in Greensboro, NC!

We are excited to announce the opening of AR Workshop Greensboro! AR Workshop Greensboro (located at 1801 Pembroke Road, Greensboro, NC 27408) is owned by Missi Steele-Martin.  Click here to check out the AR Workshop Greensboro schedule! Missi Steele Martin’s construction background and career in interior design make her a perfect match for owning AR Workshop […]

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Mom and Me Event

We love this Mom and Me Event and although it was hosted as a Christmas event it’s a party that would work ANYTIME!  As we enter into this long stretch of winter it can be a challenge to find fun events that kids and parents both love.  Not anymore, this is the answer!! Event Stylist, Sarah […]

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Rustic Christmas Party

    Jessica Roe from Everyday Party shares another gorgeous holiday party with us!   This time it’s a Rustic Christmas Party styled for her adorable niece.  Warm flannel patterns, snow machines, and crafts.  Does it get any better when you’re 4 (or 40)?   What we love about this party: – The animal friendly […]

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AR Workshop Raleigh is Now Open in NC

  A month ago, AR Workshop Raleigh opened for the public in North Carolina. New owner, Kasey Wright, has been busy ever since! Maureen and Adria had a blast attending the grand opening and are so excited to see Anders Ruff Workshop expanding in the state! We are thrilled for Kasey,a long time DIY lover. Launching a new location […]

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AR Workshop Davidson is Now Open in North Carolina

Calling all North Carolina DIYers! We are so excited to share the news that AR Workshop is opening a new location! AR Workshop Davidson joins our flagship location, AR Workshop Pineville in North Carolina! This new location will serve the Davidson and Lake Norman areas of North Carolina! You can find the new workshop here: 120-A South Village Lane, Davidson, […]

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Thanksgiving with Friends

Friendsgiving Blog Post by Tina Dahl Hi friends, Tina Dahl here from Kiss Me Kate Studio and I’m so, so happy to share this Friendsgiving celebration I styled.  It’s getting to be the time of year when we focus on what is truly important in life…our good health and friends and family.  What better way […]

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Thanksgiving Dinner Setting

  We all have our own special traditions and ways of celebrating Thanksgiving, mixing the old with the new.  Whether it’s tossing the football or watching the Macy’s Day Parade, it’s all about food, fun and blessings. At Anders Ruff we love traditions of every type, especially Thanksgiving. Prep work begins weeks before Thanksgiving when we start putting […]

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My Fall Living Room Decor with Budget Blinds Curtains (and AR Workshop fall signs of course!)

“I am so glad we live in a world where there are Octobers.”  I love that quote. Adria designed this and I created the fall wood sign for my fall mantle in my family room. (You can create one, too, at a class at AR Workshop!) My favorite thing about Octobers is the chance to […]

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Spooky Halloween Dinner Party

A Halloween Dinner Party is is the perfect way to celebrate this festively fun holiday as you’ll see from the smiling guests at this WISH BY APRIL event.     Favorite details from this Spooky Dinner party are: -Gooey and delicious Rice Krispy eyeball treats -The black chandelier with coordinating candles -Magnified skull and bones surrounding the treats -The […]

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A Virtual Tour of Anders Ruff Workshop

Eek! You know the saying, “If your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough”? Well, this dream was a big one, 6 years in the making! In June 2016, Maureen and Adria of Anders Ruff Custom Designs opened their own boutique DIY workshop, appropriately named Anders Ruff Workshop. Their vision was to use their design […]

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