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Second Sundays: Monthly Maker Meetup: Glass Bottles to Cups!

A collage of images showing the process and result of repurposing glass bottles into drinking glasses, including a scored bottle ready for cutting and finished sets of glasses.

Introductory - No experience required
Age Requirement : 18+ and minors 13+ with Guardian Supervision
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Clear out your bottle stash and find some new inspiration! For July’s Second Sunday, we are hosting a community bottle upcycling session. This is the perfect opportunity to learn how to cut and sand glass bottles to transform them into usable cups. Whether you have extra wine bottles, soda bottles, or beer bottles, bring them in to practice your glass crafting skills with your fellow makers.

What to Expect
This is a relaxed, social meetup designed to help members connect and learn a fun upcycling technique. We will have designated stations setup for scoring, splitting, and sanding glass so you can safely turn your empty bottles into custom glassware. The session is highly collaborative, allowing everyone to work together, swap tips, and experiment with different types of bottles.

What to Bring

  • Empty Glass Bottles: Bring clean, empty wine, soda, or beer bottles that you would like to cut and sand into cups. We will also have plenty so if you don't have one, just bring yourself!
  • Snacks to Share: We’ll provide some basic refreshments, but feel free to bring along a favorite treat to share if you are feeling inspired.

Who Should Join
This meetup is open to the public and makers of all stripes. If you enjoy making things and meeting creative people, you belong here! This session is all about sharing tips, finding unique materials, and seeing the amazing variety of work happening in the shop.

Important Details

  • Frequency: Meets every second Sunday of the month.
  • Cost: Free and open to the public. Donations always appreciated.
  • RSVP: Please sign up in advance so we can get an accurate headcount for snacks and table space.

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When
Sunday July 12th, 2026 from  2:00 PM to  4:00 PM
Location
Main Space @ MakeHaven
770 Chapel St
Lower Level, via back elevator or stairs
New Haven, CT 06510
United States
Event Fee(s)
I have a project to show & tell $0.00
No project yet but I'll be there to get inspired $0.00
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Accessibility

Our facilities undergo periodic reviews to maximize ADA compliance. We offer accessible bathrooms, elevators, and wide walkways. In tool usage, we aim for universal access and work individually to adapt tools for safe usage as necessary. If you anticipate needing an adaptation to participate in this event or have further questions, please contact us at events@makehaven.org.