Bespoke Workshops
Bespoke workshops are hands-on experiences designed for couples or friends who want to create something beautiful together and explore the art and craft of letterpress paper goods.
You’ll get to print on our 1910 platen letterpress yourself, learn about the process, and leave with something skillfully handcrafted - by you!
We handle all the prep, setup, and cleanup - so you can focus on creating and spending time together.
Bespoke workshops at our Arlington studio: 2424 26th Rd S, Arlington, VA 22206
Bespoke workshops make wonderful gifts!
If you’d like to give a workshop to a friend, partner, or family member, just purchase the workshop and let us know at checkout (in order notes). We'll mail the recipient a letterpress card announcing their workshop and indicating it's a gift from you!
Personalized Note Cards for two people
$300
Print your own personalized social stationery on a working 1910 treadle-operated platen letterpress. You and a friend will learn how to typeset your name(s) or short phrase using our collection of metal type, set up the press, and print. You’ll each get your own set of 25 (50 cards/envelopes total).
Hand-bound Journals two people
$300
Create your own hand-bound pamphlet-style journal with a custom cover. You and a friend will learn how to typeset and print your name(s) or guiding word on the cover using our collection of metal type, fold paper for the pages, and bind your journal. Both people will print the same word/phrase on their covers, but you'll each leave with your own unique pamphlet-bound journal.
DIY Letterpress Invitations for two people
$425
Print your wedding or special event invitations on a working 1910 treadle-operated platen letterpress. You bring your finalized design, and I'll guide you through the printing process for luxurious letterpress invitations. Enjoy time together and luxurious invitations that will make you proud to say “we printed this ourselves”!
For this workshop, both people will work together to print up to 100 pieces (or 50 invitations and 50 RSVP cards.)
More info
Please note that we request 4 weeks notice to allow for Theresa to plan her schedule accordingly. We cannot promise your exact date, but will do our best to work with you if you have a special occasion to celebrate together.
If you’re interested in a larger group (up to 4) or a different kind of workshop, please reach out to hello@opentobeing.com with your ideas and questions.
Customize your workshop
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