Based in Toronto, The Shop is a creative studio and makerspace -- a wood shop, ceramics and craft space all in one. Co-founded by designers Michelle Organ and Marissa Gordon, The Shop not only nurtures community, but also gives people the opportunity to make, learn and sell. Inspired by the camaraderie they felt in art school, the pair decided to establish their own creative studio for people to participate and 'Shop the Shop.'
Trend Hunter recently visited the makerspace and did a shibori dyeing workshop, just one of the hands-on workshops and corporate events The Shop offers. Similar to tie-dye, shibori is a Japanese technique of dying fabric and textiles with indigo ink. This not only enabled the Trend Hunter team to flex their crafting skills, it was also a team-building event not soon forgotten.
Creative Makerspace Facilities
The Shop is a Creative Studio Combining Crafts, Ceramics & Woodwork
Trend Themes
1. Makerspace Workshops - Opportunities for businesses to offer hands-on workshops and team-building events in creative spaces like The Shop.
2. Craft-based Entrepreneurship - The rise of makerspaces where individuals can learn and sell their crafts, providing opportunities for disruptive innovation in the craft industry.
3. Community-focused Creative Studios - A trend of creative studios that foster community and collaboration while providing resources and equipment for various artistic mediums.
Industry Implications
1. Craft Industry - The craft industry can tap into the makerspace trend by offering resources and support for individuals looking to learn, create, and sell their crafts.
2. Team Building Industry - Companies in the team-building industry can explore partnerships with makerspaces to offer unique and engaging hands-on workshops for corporate team-building activities.
3. Art and Design Education - Educational institutions specializing in art and design can adapt their curriculum to incorporate the hands-on, community-focused learning environment of makerspaces.