Youth and Family Classes
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After School Open Shop
A chance for kids to learn and play at the Makerspace, with the help of our experienced coaches and makers. Bring your own creativity!
Led by Jack Perrin and Jared Wolf
Wednesdays, 2-5pm
Ages 7+
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Intro to Laser Cutting: DIY Coasters and Decorations
This class shows you how to use our favorite digital tool in the shop. A laser cutter can turn images into precisely rendered engravings and cut intricate shapes from wood, plexiglass, and other materials. A small class size (4) allows for lots of time on the tools.
Taught by Cameron Wressell
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Intro to 3D Printing and TinkerCAD
Learn to draw shapes in 3 dimensions and how to use a printer to bring them to life! Small class size (3) means that kids get lots of attention and time on machines.
Taught by Cameron Wressell
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Journal Making
Start the new year with a hand-made journal to keep your memories in style. Taught by Anne Gengler, who offers sewing classes to all ages and is a maker extraordinaire.
Ages 8+
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Whittling for Little Hands
This is a great introduction to using a knife for young children. Teacher and mother, Lacey Spray, begins with basic knife techniques on root vegetables and then slowly introduces carving on wood. Your kids are going to be so proud to work with a knife (safely!).
Ages 7+
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Introduction to Embroidery and Hand Sewing
In this class you will get an introduction to embroidery and hand sewing! You will learn the basics and various embroidery stitches. With your new skills you will then sew a small treasure bag that is uniquely decorated with your embroidery design. Your instructor studied and taught textile crafts in Swedish schools where students learned embroidery, crochet, knitting, and sewing on the machine. She is excited to bring this experience to the Gorge!
This class is complete, contact us for future classes like this one.
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Machine Sewing for Kids
Make this beautiful handbag all in one afternoon! This class is geared towards beginners and guides kids through all the steps to sew a bag they will use proudly. This is taught by Anne Gengler, who has been helping kids learn to sew at the makerspace for many years.
Class is complete, contact us for future classes like this one.
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Hand Made Cards and Envelopes
Looking for a great activity for your child on this day off from school? Maker extraordinaire, Lacey Spray, has just the class for you! You’ll take old magazines, cards and photos and upcycle them into snappy cards and envelopes sure to impress your friends.
Class is complete, contact us about future classes like this one.