Looking for team building workshops for employees on the Peninsula that end with something useful? In this painted tote bag workshop in downtown Burlingame, every guest turns a blank canvas tote into a one-of-a-kind design, guided by an instructor in a bright studio on Burlingame Avenue.
It is relaxed, creative and beginner friendly. Guests sketch an idea, then paint it in layers, from skylines and sunsets to pets, fruit, patterns and lettering. The instructor shares techniques for clean outlines and bold color, and helps each table along the way, so first-time painters leave just as proud as experienced ones.
Included in the Workshop
- A blank canvas tote bag for every guest to design and keep
- Paints, brushes,
Looking for team building workshops for employees on the Peninsula that end with something useful? In this painted tote bag workshop in downtown Burlingame, every guest turns a blank canvas tote into a one-of-a-kind design, guided by an instructor in a bright studio on Burlingame Avenue.
It is relaxed, creative and beginner friendly. Guests sketch an idea, then paint it in layers, from skylines and sunsets to pets, fruit, patterns and lettering. The instructor shares techniques for clean outlines and bold color, and helps each table along the way, so first-time painters leave just as proud as experienced ones.
Included in the Workshop
- A blank canvas tote bag for every guest to design and keep
- Paints, brushes, palettes, aprons and table covers
- Instructor guidance on sketching, outlining and color layering
- Design ideas from the studio gallery, or a custom theme for your event
- A private studio room, prepared before you arrive and cleaned afterward
How It Flows
After a short demonstration and a few design ideas, guests start sketching. Painting happens in stages, with time to look around, borrow ideas and get tips from the instructor. The workshop ends with finishing touches and a colorful group photo of every bag held up together.
Why Teams Like It
A tote is forgiving: there is no wrong design, and every bag comes out different. That makes it one of the most approachable crafty team building activities for mixed groups, and the finished bags get used long after the event. It is indoors and seated, works for every fitness level, and fits offsites, holiday parties, new-hire welcomes and project wrap-ups, as well as birthdays and bridal showers. As fun team building workshops go, it is easy to theme around company colors, a holiday or a team milestone.
Group Size and Booking
Pricing is per guest with a ten-guest minimum, and the Burlingame room seats up to fifty. Book two to three weeks ahead for private groups. Each workshop runs about two and a half hours.
Food and Drinks
The studio kitchen serves locally roasted coffee and an in-house menu you can add to your booking: salad, cheese and fruit platters, charcuterie boards, scones with clotted cream, pizzas, sandwiches, kabob plates, chocolate cake, cookies, and wine or champagne by the bottle. Dietary preferences can be accommodated with notice, and outside food may be allowed for private events with prior approval and a service fee.
The Burlingame Studio
The Burlingame studio sits on Burlingame Avenue in the heart of downtown, about 2,100 square feet of open, light-filled space with original paintings on every wall, tables and chairs, restrooms and a full kitchen. Street parking and nearby public lots are a short walk away, and Highway 101 is minutes from the door. It is a women-owned, 5.0-star rated creative studio founded by a professionally trained artist with a Master of Fine Arts in Contemporary Painting. It is a popular spot for team building activities for work on the Peninsula.
Getting There
The studio is in the heart of downtown Burlingame, close to San Mateo, Millbrae and San Francisco, with Highway 101 a few minutes away. Street parking and nearby public lots make arrival easy, and the surrounding blocks of Burlingame Avenue are full of restaurants and cafes if your group wants to keep the celebration going afterward.
Good to Know
No art experience is needed for any session at the studio, and the step-by-step teaching keeps beginners and experienced makers working side by side. Designs and colors can be customized for your occasion, and studio gift cards are available for guests who want to come back for another class.
Plan Your Workshop
Share your date, headcount and theme ideas, and the studio will prepare a tote and a seat for every guest. Check availability through this listing to book a creative session that ends with something everyone will carry home.
