Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union
Intermediate Sewing Part I – Apron
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesThe first 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 - while making a beautiful work apron! In this friendly 3-hour class, students will learn skills to create pockets and use bias tape as a... Read More
Welded Horseshoe Pumpkin Class
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesIn search of unique autumn decorations? Come join us to weld a pumpkin out of upcycled horseshoes (good as decoration for Halloween and Thanksgiving)! 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 close-toed shoes, denim... Read More
Halloween Costume Creation II
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesWhether or not you attended our last class, Halloween Costume Creation I, to create your action plan and materials list, you are now ready to build your best costume ever, right? Then bring all your materials, and our professional staff will assist you to build your masterpiece! Basic machine sewing skills will be helpful to... 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
Halloween Costume Creation I
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesDo you want to make this Halloween your best ever? Have an idea for a killer costume but aren't sure how to build it? Athens Makerspace can help you figure out how to Make your costume dreams come true! In this class our costume expert will work with you to craft an ideation sketch and... 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 – Take 5 Goes Crazy!
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 you will... Read More
Waste to Energy – Intro to Biogas
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesHave you heard of biogas and wondered if you could turn your own food scraps and other organic wastes into FREE cooking fuel? Now you can! In this introductory lecture-format class, students will learn the principles behind biogas production, and the basics of how to construct an anaerobic methane digester and gas collection system based... Read More
Introduction to Weaving
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesUsing simple handheld looms, class will explore basic weaving techniques that can be applied to all forms of looms. Different types of larger looms will also be presented and pros and cons discussed. Class will include two field trips, one to The Fiber Fun Studio with Lois Wagner, the second to the Kennedy Museum on... Read More
Abstract Metal Art and Sculpture
Athens Makerspace and ReUse On Union 751 West Union St., Athens, OH, United StatesIn this class, participants will choose from provided industrial metal scrap and upcycle it into their own creation. (Participants may also bring their own scrap to build into their project.) The instructor will help guide participants through welding their project. Participants should wear close-toed shoes, denim pants, and long sleeves. Hair should be pulled back.... Read More