Studio Primrose Workshops and Demos

"Cottage Whimsy" Workshop
Check out the description of this new workshop below...or click here to register.

A few of the trays we have created in previous workshops.

A short note from Laura...
Happy 2026! I'm looking forward to a fun and creative year! We have all been having so much fun with all the florals, birds, butterflies as well as all the fabulous colors in the Sweet Pickins' Milk Paint and Debi's DIY Paints lines!
And I can't believe that the 2026 Holiday IOD isn't far away!
Time flies doesn't it.
Be on the look out for new workshop posts on my @studioprimrose page on both Instagram and Facebook.

"Cottage Whimsy" Workshop - Let's decorate a journal & trinket tray with IOD transfers

Join me for this new workshop where I have combined two of your favorite projects in one workshop! I really love when I can create something that is both a lovely home decor piece and functional.

And I don't think I can have too many trays...and certainly not too many journals. How about you? And they make thoughtful handmade gifts too!

I invite you to join me for a fun and creative day painting and decorating (1) wood tray and the watercolor paper cover of your journal.

The samples in the workshop photo are examples of what you can create. I know that each of you will create your own unique art in this workshop.

We will be going back and forth between the two projects while each is drying to be ready for the next step.

After painting...and if you would like, crackling the paint finish...we will create a pretty, aged background on our journal cover piece.

Then the fun begins...choosing and creating with IOD transfers and a few stamps I have selected to add more details and background if you would like.

When you are finished, we will protect your tray with a few coats of varnish.

This will likely become one of my favorite workshops, and I’m looking forward to creating along side of you.

Each workshop session will be limited to (6) participants.
See you soon! Laura

Workshop Dates:
Saturday, July 11th - 10:30am-2pm
Saturday, July 25th - 10:30am-2pm
Workshop Fee: $30

IOD Stamping Play Day & Techniques Workshop

I invite you to join me for a fun and creative day...The "Creating with IOD Stamps" workshop. I will be sharing techniques that will inspire you to create more with these awesome stamps.
I created this day to be a playful, fun and creative day. I have selected some of my favorite IOD stamp sets for everyone to create with and share.
Everyone will create a cover for an awesome "Creative" journal. After we stamp, we will add lovely color with watercolors. To finish, you will attach your finished watercolor to the black or kraft cover journal of your choice. These are a fabulous size...approximately 7"x10" with blank pages for you to use however you would like.
We will also each stamp 6 lovely file folders in a variety of colors. I will be showing you the process in the workshop.
Who doesn't like to have pretty folders to organize with? I know they make organizing more fun for me!

I can't wait to see you for one of the workshop session options!

Workshop Sessions:
Sunday, April 26th - 11am-2:30pm OR
Thursday, April 30th - 11am-2:30pm
Workshop Fee: $28

"Fluffle of Bunnies & Friends Workshop

I just couldn't help adding this last minute workshop! I finally had a moment to sit down with these wonderful moulds and had the most creative and relaxing time making these lovely Spring pieces....I hope you love them as much as I do.

Along with the bunnies, I will be bringing additional moulds that would fit this fun, woodland theme...hummingbird, toadstools, birds nest, etc.
A variety of rustic wood pieces will be provided. Wood rounds and rustic salvaged wood pieces.

Everyone will finish…
Three plaques using moulds and transfers. I'll be giving you techniques for simple building and layering with moulds in this workshop. Such a fun way to create with the moulds!
A metal note holder with a small floral bouquet that can be changed with the seasons. This will be painted using a color of your choice from a selection of Debi's DIY paints or Sweet Pickins' Milk Paints.

Be sure to bring snacks with you to fuel your creativity!!!

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

DATE:
Saturday, March 21, 2026 - 11am-2:30pm

"Garden Friends" Workshop

I invite you to join me for my first workshop in 2026!
Don’t you just love pretty things? I sure do. Especially when there are flowers, birds, and butterflies involved.

The new IOD Spring release is full of all of these and more! I’m hoping you will have just as much fun creating these as I did.

Everyone will take home…

We will be painting with a selection of Sweet Pickins’ Milk Paints…you are going to love these paints!
In between coats of paint on your phone stands, you will gather together the transfers and stamps for your pieces. Then we will put it all together on the pieces…and voila!

How fun will it be to have a pretty stand for your phone! One you created just for you.
I really love using mine in the kitchen to read new recipes I’m making.

Looking forward to seeing you…It’s going to be fun!

Dates:
Sat., February 28th (2026) - 11am-2pm
or
Sat., March 28th (2026) - 11am-2pm
Workshop Fee: $35.00

Santa & Co Holiday Workshop

This workshop is full of IOD goodness! I'm opening up my stash of 2025 as well as difficult to find 2024 IOD Holiday transfers. There are so many absolutely lovely art images o create with! Choosing will be the most difficult part!
I adore decorating rustic wood slices. And these are so chunky! Everyone will paint and decorate three...one of the largest 7-8" pieces and two of the 3" or 5" pieces. It's up to you and the designs you choose.

And remember to bring a book with you and have fun stamping a decorative paper cove for a book from your own collection. And then the book can be repurposed again for the next season.

The wood pieces will be drilled on site if you would like to use them as ornaments. There will be a variety of chunky wood beads with jute and braided gold string for the finishing touch.
It will be fantastic to see you! It's been awhile... Laura

Date: Saturday, November 8th - 11am-2pm
Fee: $25.00
Where: The Rustic Hutch

"In the Garden" Trinket Tray Workshop

Join me for a cozy, creative workshop where we’ll paint and decorate two wooden trays—perfect for gifting (Mother’s Day is around the corner!) or keeping for yourself. 💝
We're crafting something both beautiful and useful—because who doesn’t need a charming little place to drop your keys, rings, or reading glasses? Even better, these sweet trays make the perfect heartfelt gift just in time for Mother’s Day—whether it’s for a mom, daughter, sister, grandma, or your favorite BFF. 💝
You’ll paint and decorate two wooden trinket trays:

✨ One round tray (approx. 8" across)
✨ One oblong tray (approx. 9” long)
We’ll be working with Jami Ray’s Cottage Colors—gorgeous, velvety paints with a built-in sealer that glide on like a dream.

While the paints are drying, we‘ll get the real fun started! I’ll bring out my treasure trove of IOD transfers, paint inlays, and lettering stamps so you can begin designing your trays with all the floral details…possibly saving a little space for a few meaningful words…or anything your heart dreams up.

Every tray that comes out of this workshop is completely unique—a little reflection of the person who made it. I love seeing how they turn out, and I know you will too! 💕

We'll finish your pieces with a couple coats of varnish (they’ll need a day to fully cure), and then they’ll be ready to bring a little charm to your space—or wrap up as a truly special gift.

This is one of my favorite workshops, and I’d love to create alongside you. 🌿

Dates & Times:
Returning again soon!

Woodland Spring Workshop

Come hang out with me for a fun workshop using IOD transfers and stamps along with Debi's DIY Cottage Colors paints!
We'll be making the cutest painted wood slices! Pre-painted wood slices will be available as well as wood pieces for you to paint using the lovely Cottage Colors paints of your choice.
Everyone will paint and decorate 2 wood slices ranging from approx. 3" to 5" in size. No two wood pieces will be the size and shape.
The NEW IOD transfer sets...including the gilded sets...will be open for everyone to explore and share as well as some of my fav sets available for more inspiration.
We will be using stamps or the gilded transfers to layer typography designs behind the floral transfers. I will also share with you how I use "fussy cut" techniques to re-style the transfers to fit the wood pieces.
The wood pieces will be drilled on site as you may want to use these as coasters (no hole)...or as displayed in the photo. Choose from a variety of chunky wood beads with jute and braided gold string for the finishing touch.
I can't wait to see you! Laura

Check out our previous workshops!

"Let It Snow" Snowman Plaque Workshop

☃️ It’s almost snowman season, and this little guy has completely melted my heart! ❄️

Here in sunny Mesa, AZ, outdoor snowman building might be off the table, but who needs snow when you can create your own in the studio? 🌞 This adorable “Let it Snow” chunky pine plaque (measuring 15" tall by 11" wide!) is the perfect winter project to get us into the holiday spirit.
Join me for one of two workshop sessions and bring your very own snowman ☃️ to life!

The wood plaque and all the other wood pieces will be prepped and/or stained for you in advance. You will paint, assemble and glue all the wood pieces as well as make a fabric scarf, add all the fun decorative pieces (lots of bells, stars, snowflakes, greenery, buttons, etc to choose from).
The workshop will likely be 3-1/2 hours. Some will finish sooner...some a little later. Please bring snacks and drink with you to keep you going!
Can't wait to see you!
Laura

Jolly Santa Workshop

Doesn't he just put a big smile on your face?
Join me for some festive fun making this adorable Santa decor piece. Won't he be a fabulous addition to your holiday decor! Or just lean him in some greenery on a mantle or shelf.
The project is approximately 7-1/2" tall by 5" wide. The bread board is a chunky 3/4" thick and pre-stained. You will paint, assemble and glue all the wood pieces as well as make a fabric or ribbon bow (options will be available), add all the fun decorative pieces (lots of bells, stars, snowflakes, greenery, buttons, etc to choose from). Glue it to your wood piece and voila...you are done!
Can't wait to see you and have great fun creating together as the Winter/Christmas season gets started!
Laura

A Whimsical Hallows Eve Workshop

Are these too cute for words or what! We've got lots of fun pieces to make in this 2-1/2 hour workshop. And lots of choices to make these decor pieces your own unique set.

All the pieces are perfectly sized for tiered tray decor or to set on a mantle, table, shelf, etc.
Everyone will make the following:
One chunky "Boo" set (approx 4" tall and 3/4" thick)
Two framed art pieces using decoupage art or wood cut outs (frames are approx 4" or larger)
One 4" square or 3"x4" two-sided chunky wood piece for decoupage art

There will be a variety of frame sizes and shape choices. Then it's time to decide what you want to create with them! Choose from several decoupage art papers I have curated for this workshop (whimsical, grungy and more), wood cut outs (witch silhouettes and more), IOD inlays (background on sample is one of the newest IOD inlays), etc. There will be word and phrase art papers and alpha stamps to add and layer if desired.

On the wood squares, everyone has the option to decoupage both sides. There will be Halloween and Fall art papers to choose from so that this piece can be part of your decor through the Fall season. We will add antiquing and distressing details as desired.

Can't wait to see you and have great fun creating together!
Laura

Register/ShopTrinket Tray Workshop - Let's create with IOD Inlays & Transfers
(& Mini Wood Canvases)

“I must have flowers. Always and always." Claude Monet

Claude Monet’s quote speaks to my heart! I love to surround myself with flowers. I also need a place to set my keys, glasses, etc. where I can find them again…lol. And that need inspired me to create this workshop.
If any of this speaks to you, I hope you will join me this Saturday, May 11th. It's going to be fun!

Everyone will paint and decorate one (1) trinket tray. Everyone has the choice between the 2 sizes...approximately 9” or 7” in length.
We will begin by painting with Cottage Colors and Debi's DIY Chalk & Clay paints. I will have a selection of paint colors for painting your background colors. While the paints dry, everyone will search through my collection of IOD transfers and paint inlays to begin planning the inlays or transfers you will use. I've learned a lot about working with the paint inlays since they were first introduced and I will be sharing techniques that have made them easy for me to apply. The hardest part is waiting for them to dry to the magic moment when they can be pulled away from the surface! And speaking of that wait...
While we are waiting for the inlays to do their magic, we will decoupage two 4x4 wood canvases. (Because I know it will be difficult for everyone to choose just one!) There will be a lovely selection of art for you to choose from (more than what is pictured above). Some of the mini art papers have quotes already included in them. I have also created some art papers with the space left open for you to stamp a word...or possibly a few words...based on the space left open and the font of the stamp you choose. If preferred, instead of using the art papers, you can create with transfers or paint inlays instead. If desired, these pieces will be distressed, antiqued and varnished.
Once the inlays have been pulled away and the transfers have been applied, if you have left the space, we will finish the trays with a bit of stamping and then varnish them to protect them for their new place in your home.
The supplies provided for this workshop include: 1 unfinished wood trinket tray, 2 thick wood pieces (4"x4") for decoupaged mini art, a selection of IOD transfers and paint inlays, alpha stamps, mini art papers, selection of Cottage Colors paints and Debi's DIY chalk & clay paints, decoupage paste, etc.
The little metal stands in the photos are not included but are available for sale. The painted jar with flower frog and stamped clay decorations the photo will be a workshop coming soon.