We are excited to announce the launch of Craft Month, a month-long celebration of creativity and craftsmanship. Throughout the month, we will be hosting a series of events, workshops, and activities dedicated to all things crafty. Whether you are a seasoned crafter or new to the world of DIY, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Join us in embracing the art of crafting and let your creativity shine during Craft Month! Book a workshop at The Rustic Brush – several locations to choose from Craft with your children over Spring Break Crafting not only fosters creativity and imagination ..read more

Interior design trends are like fashion trends; styles are constantly changing and adapting to the zeitgeist of different generations. “Modern farmhouse,” “bohemian,” and “art deco” remain popular interior design trends, and mid-century modern (furniture, colors, and patterns that look as if they were plucked out of your grandmother’s living room) is back in a big way. You can make your home stand out from everyone else’s with these home decor and design trends. One With Nature Biophilic design trends are moving from office buildings into homes. Many office spaces have plants, foliage, and na ..read more

I love to put together a beautiful meat and cheese board. Some of my friends would call me a little fanatical about it! In my opinion, it is the perfect appetizer! I’m often asked “What is a charcuterie board?” and what to put on a charcuterie board.  Here it is – all the charcuterie board ingredients.  These tips will guide you to creating the best charcuterie board for your next event. Step 1: The Platter Making a charcuterie board starts with a really great foundation. You can find great rustic wooden boards at your local craft store or make one at a DIY Studio. I simply rinse t ..read more

August is here and it is time to freshen up your classroom for this year’s students.  What would brighten up your walls this year – a new hall pass, an inspirational sign, a welcome sign for your door, or a subject specific decoration?  The Rustic Brush has something for every teacher! Hall Passes Our display boards have been revitalized and can now be used as an awesome display of hall passes for any classroom!  These projects are the perfect size (16.5″ x 5.5″) to hang right next to your door for kids to grab on their way to run an errand. Looking for a small gift for your ..read more

Losing someone we love is bound to fill us with complicated, hard-to-process emotions. For many people, one of the best ways to express those tough thoughts and feelings is through art and creativity. And luckily, there are many ways to honor someone with a DIY memorial or remembrance craft project.  Here are some unique crafts for people of all ages to help memorialize someone who’s passed away. You could use these ideas to create unique gifts for grieving loved ones or just honor the departed in a hands-on way. And best of all, you can complete most of these crafts with materials ..read more

Are you looking for something to do that’s different, exciting, and new? Looking for private parties available near you?  The Rustic Brush is a DIY craft studio that offers a variety of projects you can choose from. Some private parties examples we offer are for birthdays, team building, and girls night out!  Below, we’ll go over just a few of the many private parties we offer. Contact a local studio near you to book today! Birthday Parties We offer a variety of birthday party packages at our DIY studio to help you celebrate your big day. Kids will love getting crafty and slightly ..read more

Coaxing children into the backyards is child’s play, but you may have to work at it to use outdoor playtime as an opportunity to teach them about their environment. We’ve gathered a handful of DIY projects to get a little dirty, have some fun, and open the back door to learning.   Plant a Garden Getting kids to play in the dirt won’t be a challenge. Getting them cleaned up? That’s a task you can tackle later. Installing a few planters or reimagining your garden beds will create beauty and opportunity. Older kids can help you design and build your own planters, and younger kids can get ..read more