Helping hands needed to make warm, comforting quilts for Baby Steps in Claremont! Only basic skills needed. Do you know how to use a sewing machine, iron, or rotary cutter? This is not a quilting class, but we will guide you along through the whole process of making twin and crib size quilts for those in need in our area.

Please come when it is convenient for you, even if you can only spare an hour. 

Favorite cutting board or serving board in need of a little TLC, then this is the place for you. Bring your board by the shop and we will refinish it with some sanding and oiling till it’s (almost) as good as new. Once you register for a slot, Peter will reach out to you to schedule your 20-minute session and find out what work your board needs.

FREE for members/$25 non-members Please note your registration buys a 20-minute block with Peter

Join Artist in Residence Berkley Heath for an afternoon of indigo dyeing! She will be demonstrating dyeing in her indigo vat and participants will be able to dye small samples of cotton fabric and have the opportunity to bring an item from home to dye (note that this material needs to be clean and natural fiber–cotton, linen, wool, etc). Bring an old cotton T-shirt and dye it blue with natural indigo!

Free and open to all but please pre-register

Ever feel intimidated by your sewing machine? Ready to stop just staring at the buttons and start creating? This class is designed to help you take control of your own sewing machine, whether it’s been sitting in your closet or you’re just beginning to explore the world of sewing

• Get to know your machine: Learn the essential parts of your machine, what they do, and how to maintain it.
• Threading and tension: Understand how to properly thread your machine, set the right tension, and troubleshoot common issues.
• Practice basic stitches: Gain confidence with simple stitches such as straight, zig-zag, and decorative stitches.

What to Bring to Class: Your sewing machine, manual, thread, and bobbins

$40 for members/$50 non-members

Starting with raw lumber you will learn how to make a useful and beautiful piece that can serve you or a special friend for years to come.

$150 for CMS members/$170 for non-members

This class is designed for people looking to learn how to use our mid-arm quilting machine, a Brother Dream Quilter 15. It can be used to quilt all sizes, from baby quilt to king size. Students will learn proper use of the Quilting Machine, the various parts; how to wind a bobbin and thread the machine. We’ll learn how to change the needle and insert the bobbin. We’ll put a quilt on using the special clamps and tension it properly. Everyone will take a turn sewing. We will all discuss how to troubleshoot issues that may arise. The cost of the class includes a one-on-one follow-up certification session for members may use the machine on their own after passing the certification.

$65 for members/$75 for non-members

Bring your electronics projects and supplies and have fun visiting with other Electronics Enthusiasts. Work on your projects in our stocked Electronics and Digital Fabrication Lab. In addition to the MakerSpace’s soldering irons, diagnostic tools, and parts library, there will be some LED soldering kits and soldering irons available for purchase as well.
 
Hang out, finish your projects, think about future projects, and just enjoy being around other electronics enthusiasts.

Tiffany, the Electronics Shop Lead, is here to help folks get started, locate tools and parts, and support a fun, collaborative environment. Attendees are encouraged to share knowledge, but please note this isn’t a repair service, and there may not be anyone available for one-on-one troubleshooting.  

Free for members and $10 for non-members.

Mordants are substances, generally metallic salts, that are used in combination with natural dyes to create lasting colors on cloth. In this class, we will create thickened mordant pastes to paint and print designs on cotton yardage. We will cover fabric preparation, making a printing surface, simple stamp-making, natural dye chemistry and history, as well as post dyeing fabric care. Students will create a color reference chart on cloth to use in future dyeing endeavors, as well as their own uniquely patterned pieces.

$170 for members/$200 for non-members

Helping hands needed to make warm, comforting quilts for Baby Steps in Claremont! Only basic skills needed. Do you know how to use a sewing machine, iron, or rotary cutter? This is not a quilting class, but we will guide you along through the whole process of making twin and crib size quilts for those in need in our area.

Please come when it is convenient for you, even if you can only spare an hour. 

Join me for a full one-day exploration of weaving taking a “naked” loom and dressing it in beautiful colors. Then spend the day falling into the rhythm weaving your personal summer scarf.  This day long class will run from 9:30 – 5:30 with a lunch break mid class. Class includes your own loom for the day plus individualized instruction to ensure success.  A selection of weaving materials will be available for purchase at the start of the class.  Bring lunch, beverage and snacks.

$100 for members/$120 non-members PLUS $20 in cash for the instructor to cover materials fees

The Claremont MakerSpace has an Amateur Radio club! Before makers, hackers, and DIY, there was Amateur Radio.

Join us on July 20th at 1 p.m. for our monthly meeting. You do not have to be a licensed ham to participate, just bring your curiosity and energy! Everyone is welcome! Each month, we feature a presenter (45 minutes to an hour), and after we adjourn to MakerSpace’s Digital Fabrication and Electronics Lab for open-time kit building, sharing, studying, and socializing. 

Unlock your inner designer in this playful two-day workshop that blends the charm of Ed Emberley’s drawing method with the power of digital design in Cuttle.xyz. Inspired by Emberley’s belief that anyone can draw using simple shapes, you’ll learn how to create your own laser-cuttable artwork. No drawing or design experience needed.

Please Note:Participants should be comfortable using a computer, including basic tasks like using a mouse or trackpad, navigating a website, and typing in a web browser. 

$50 for members/$70 non-members