Crafty Gurl Summer w/ Shop Made in VA - RVA
About this Event
Join us for Shop Made in VA’s very first Adult Summer Camp! A creative weekend packed with DIY classes, movement, shopping, happy hours, and camp-style fun for grown-ups. This event is 21+ only.
We’ve got THREE pass options available:
ALL THREE DAYS PASS | Thursday–Saturday
- Access to all three days of Adult Summer Camp
- Entry to all camp activities
- DIY camp t-shirt + Tote Bag
- EIGHT DIY classes led by our Camp Counselors
- Free entry to our Women, Nonbinary, and Queer Night Market
- Discounts on shopping and food around the block
- One Saturday morning matcha to kick off the day
- Happy hours with our neighbors
TWO DAY PASS | Thursday & Friday Only | LIMITED
- DIY camp t-shirt + Tote Bag
- FOUR DIY classes led by our Camp Counselors
- Free entry to our Women, Nonbinary, and Queer Night Market (if you come back saturday night!)
- Discounts on shopping and food around the block
- Happy hours with our neighbors
TWO DAY PASS | Friday & Saturday Only
- Access to all Friday and Saturday events + activities
- SIX DIY classes led by our Camp Counselors
- Free entry to our Women, Nonbinary, and Queer Night Market
- Discounts on shopping and food around the block
- One Saturday morning matcha
- Happy hours with our neighbors
Full schedule and event lineup coming soon!
Questions? Email [email protected] and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
PAINT & PLANT:
MAKE YOUR OWN MATCHA LATTE CANDLE:
TAROT COLLAGE WORKSHOP WITH BIRDHOUSE PRESS:
WATERCOLORS WITH BRISTLES & DESIGN:
Thursday Events
?: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Bedazzle Bar: DIY your Midnight Sun-Glasses
Info: Add some sparkle to your summer style! In this fun, hands-on class, you'll design and decorate your own pair of Midnight Sun sunglasses using rhinestones, gems, pearls, and other dazzling embellishments. Whether you prefer bold and colorful or sleek and glamorous, you'll create a one-of-a-kind accessory that's perfect for festivals, vacations, parties, or everyday fun.
No experience is needed! All materials are provided, and you'll leave with a custom pair of bedazzled sunglasses that's uniquely yours. Come get creative, shine bright, and let your personality sparkle!
?: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Happy Hour + Dinner Break
?: 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
"Lush Life" Neon Tie-Dye Workshop w/ Ina Ida
Host: Ina Ida
Info: Ready to live your absolute best "Lush Life"? Keep summer glowing with a Thursday night tie-dye session inspired by the vibrant, high-energy pop world of Zara Larsson. We’re turning up the nostalgia and giving your exclusive camp t-shirts a massive color upgrade. You'll learn how to mix eye-catching neon palettes, master a mix of traditional spirals or modern geometric patterns, and create a wearable masterpiece that screams pop star energy. Everyone gets a kit to dye their shirt on-site, plus take-home instructions on how to perfectly rinse it the next day. We’ve got all the supplies and tools covered—you just bring the vibes!
Friday Events
?: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Paint & Plant w/ Planthouse
Host: Shop Made Brands
Info: Brighten up your Spring and bring a little green into your home. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and decorate your own terracotta pot using acrylic paint and paint markers. Whether you prefer bold patterns, playful illustrations, or a minimal design, you’ll leave with a custom piece ready to showcase your favorite plant.
After class, head next door to Planthouse and enjoy 15% off your next favorite houseplant!
?: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Happy Hour + Dinner Break
?: 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Make your own Margarita @ Cochiloco | Sponsored by Mosto
Host: Cochiloco
Info: Shake, sip, and celebrate as you learn how to craft the perfect margarita using Mosto Tequila. In this interactive cocktail class, you'll be guided through the fundamentals of mixing a balanced, refreshing margarita while discovering what makes premium tequila the foundation of a great cocktail.
You'll prepare your own margarita, explore flavor variations, and pick up bartending tips you can recreate at home. Whether you're a cocktail enthusiast or trying your hand at mixology for the first time, this class offers a fun, relaxed experience that's perfect for date nights, friends, or anyone looking to elevate their margarita game.
All ingredients and bar tools are provided. Participants must be 21 years of age or older with valid ID.
Saturday Events
?: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Matcha Cart + Sip and Shop
?: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Make a Matcha Candle w/ SMIVA + Trevor Ray Studios
Info: Create a candle that looks just like an iced matcha latte! Recreate this fan-favorite drink in this fun activity and dress up your coffee table. Customize your scents and make it your own!
?: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch Break
?: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
DIY Your Own Tote w/ Shop Made in VA
Info: Design a tote that's as unique as you are! In this creative, hands-on workshop, you'll customize a canvas tote bag using a wide variety of paints, patches, rhinestones, and embroidery accents. Whether your style is bold, colorful, minimalist, or vintage-inspired, you'll have everything you need to create a one-of-a-kind bag that's perfect for everyday use.
?: 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Tarot Collage Workshop w/ Birdhouse Press
Host: Birdhouse Press
Info: An afternoon of creativity, symbolism, and self-expression! In this collage workshop, you’ll create your own personal tarot-inspired artwork using the rich iconography of a tarot deck. Whether you’re deeply familiar with tarot or simply drawn to its imagery, this workshop invites you to explore intuition, storytelling, and visual composition.
Inspired by Liam of Birdhouse Press' artistic process, guests will pull images from tarot designs to create something new and unique. Participants will have access to a wide variety of materials including prints of tarot cards and symbols, vintage magazines, paper scraps, and unique misprints from Birdhouse Press. Guests will learn simple collage techniques while crafting a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects their energy, intentions, or inspirations for the season ahead.
?: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Happy Hour + Dinner Break
?: 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Y2K Meets Watercolor Workshop w/ Bristles and Design
Host: Bristles & Design
Info: In this workshop, you'll explore five unique watercolor techniques. Each technique will be demonstrated in detail, with personalized guidance to ensure you feel comfortable and confident as you apply them to your artwork.
?: 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Crafty Gurl Night Market w/ RVA Collective
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 173.29 to USD 219.59
