Artisans around the Bay Area are getting ready to open their studios and workshops to the public as part of National Craft Open Studios Weekend. The free American Craft Council event will take place in 36 states across the country, with more than 200 organizations participating.
Here are the people and places in the Bay taking part on July 18 and 19.
San Francisco
(20 Clinton Park)
Hidden near the corner of Valencia and Duboce, this huge, 5,250-square-foot shop is a woodworker’s dream. The nonprofit, founded by teachers Andrew Salverda and Dan Matz, prides itself on making woodworking accessible for everyone and offers classes on a sliding scale. This is a great opportunity to find out more about machine safety, upcoming workshops and — most importantly of all — the three adorable shop dogs who will guard you as you learn more…