Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union
November Morsbag Pod Meetup
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesWhat is a Morsbag, you ask? An international movement known as Morsbags has formed 'pods' of sewists all over the world who meet up to sociably upcycle fabrics into reusable bags that are then given away for FREE! At stores, at markets and fairs, wrapped around gifts, to colleagues, friends, and to anyone and anywhere... Read More
Welded Horseshoe Star
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesWant to get a head start on making your holiday gifts this year? Come join us to weld a lovely star wall decoration out of upcycled horseshoes! Using MIG welder techniques, our talented instructor, Liz King, will guide participants through this Make-and-Take project. Having MIG welding experience is helpful but not necessary. Participants should wear... Read More
Intro to Welding
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesThis class is for anyone who wants to learn how to weld! In this class participants will learn different weld techniques and basic troubleshooting of common welding problems. Participants are encouraged to learn from each other as well as the instructor. Participants should wear close-toed shoes, denim pants, and long sleeves. Hair should be pulled... Read More
Weaver’s Support Group
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesAre you interested in weaving? Are you a Weaver interested in meeting others? Beginning this September, from 6-8pm on second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, Athens MakerSpace will host the new Weaver's Support Group. The purpose of this group is to show what resources are available at the MakerSpace, talk about community resources, discuss... Read More
November Open House
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesJoin us for our November Open House at ReUse on Union from 2-4pm on Saturday, November 9th. Our Upcycling Artist of the Month, Lanna Galloway will be at ReUse on Union showcasing all the amazing quilts and embroidered items she creates! She’ll be demoing how to bobbin draw (definition: using decoritive fibers in the bobbin... Read More
Patterned Cutting Board Workshop
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesMake your very own patterned cutting board in this popular 3-hour workshop. No woodworking experience necessary! Participants will create their own custom designs and be able to take home 1-3 cutting boards! Athens Makerspace will provide a variety of attractive hardwoods already planed and cut into strips, including walnut, oak, cherry, ash, and others. In... Read More
Intro to Vintage Sewing Machine Restoration
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesIntro to Vintage Sewing Machine Restoration will explore the history and mechanics of sewing machines and include a hands-on demonstration of cleaning and adjusting a single machine. This on-going event will feature a different model machine each time it is offered. Attendees do not need to attend classes in a set order. Check back to... Read More
Intermediate Sewing Part II: Fabric Scrap Zipper Pouch
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesThe second in a 2-part series for participants who have taken Beginning Sewing or have other basic sewing skills to take on the next step and develop their sewing finesse. In this friendly 3-hour class, students will learn skills to work with zippers, interfacing, and bias tape, and will leave with a handy zippered pouch,... Read More
Intro to Quilting
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesHave you always wanted to learn how to quilt? Then come join one or join all in our series of beginner's quilting classes at Athens Makerspace! Our talented instructor, Debbie Boggs, will guide you in turning scrap fabrics into a masterpiece to keep or give away. No prior quilting experience required. The pattern for this... Read More
Weld a Biochar Kiln
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesWant to learn about making your own kiln for biochar? We will start the class by talking a little bit about what biochar is and how the kiln works. We will spend the rest of the class practicing the skills you will need to make one: cutting metal and welding. You will not each leave... Read More