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Embark on a creative journey into the world of stained glass with our beginner-friendly sun catcher workshop! Learn the renowned “Tiffany” method, encompassing designing, grinding, foiling, and soldering techniques to craft your own unique charm for any sunny spot in your home or garden. This hands-on class is tailored for beginners, offering step-by-step guidance to ensure everyone masters the essential skills. By the end of the workshop, each participant will proudly take home a completed small stained glass sun catcher.

Step into the forge and learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing using the power of induction heat. In this hands-on class, you’ll shape heated steel into a custom piece of your own design—choose between a decorative wand or a functional BBQ fork.

Ready for a fantastic 10-week ride? GEMS is the ultimate guided exploration of the tools, technology, and skills available at MakeHaven. If you have ever felt intimidated by a big shop or didn’t know where to start, this is your map. Over ten weeks, you will join a small cohort of fellow makers to dive into Woodworking, Textiles, Digital Fabrication, and Metalworking. It is the quickest way to go from "I don't know how to use that" to "I made this."

Want to start using the laser cutter? This quick and friendly session is your chance to get badged and get cutting!

You’ll learn how to safely operate MakeHaven’s laser cutters and complete the Laser Cutter badge—unlocking independent access. During the session, you’ll cut a small project (like a keychain or nameplate) to practice the full process from design to finish.

Calling all artists, doodlers, and creative minds! Sketchbook Social is a laid back, welcoming space designed for anyone who loves to draw. This is a judgment free atmosphere where you can experiment with new techniques, share ideas with fellow creatives, and enjoy the simple process of making art in good company.

Ready to master the art of sourdough at home? This hands-on workshop covers everything you need to know to start your own bread making journey. We will walk through the entire process, including maintaining a healthy starter and planning your baking timeline to perfecting kneading, folding, and shaping techniques. By the end of the session, you will feel confident tackling artisanal bread in your own kitchen. Best of all, you will get to eat fresh bread in class and leave with your own starter and a loaf ready to bake at home!

Step into the world of metalworking with our comprehensive lathe workshop, where safety meets precision and creativity knows no bounds. This hands-on class covers all the essentials of lathe operation, from safety protocols to basic machining techniques, empowering you to bring your metalworking dreams to life.

Master one of the most reliable structural joints in classic woodworking. This hands on workshop introduces the core mechanics behind building a solid mortise and tenon joint, which serves as the backbone for durable furniture making and frame construction. You will learn how to accurately mark, cut, and fit both pieces, leaving with the practical skills and confidence needed to build strong, long lasting wood projects.

Learn how to create compelling short video content to promote your mission without needing expensive software or technical expertise. Hosted in partnership between NAAAP CT, MakeHaven, and Young Le Do of New Lêaf Strategic, this live virtual workshop guides nonprofits, volunteers, and social entrepreneurs through practical, accessible video production strategies.

In this two-part workshop, participants will learn how to marble leather and create their own colorful, one-of-a-kind leather accessories. Leather marbling is similar to traditional paper or fabric marbling, but it uses different dyes and requires unique preparation and finishing techniques. Across two evenings, you’ll explore the full process without needing to purchase specialty pigments, tools, or safety equipment or risk dyeing your entire kitchen floor at home. By the end, participants will leave with a finished pair of earrings or a bracelet/cuff featuring their own custom marbled pattern.

Discover the artistry of rug tufting, a creative process where participants will sketch a pattern on a cloth, then use a tufting gun to inject the yarn into the cloth.

Embark on your woodworking journey with A Cut(ting Board) Above the Rest, where the art of crafting meets the practicality of creating a custom, handmade piece. Whether you're new to woodworking or looking to elevate your kitchen game, this introductory class led by Alex is the perfect opportunity to delve into the world of woodcraft.

Calling all textile enthusiasts! Join us at MakeHaven for our monthly gathering dedicated to the joys of fiber arts. This recurring event offers an opportunity to engage with fellow crafters in a setting that is both warm and welcoming. This meetup is a haven for those looking to dive into their projects, exchange ideas, and foster a vibrant, creative community.

Curious about tufting and ready to start using the tufting guns at MakeHaven? This quick and friendly session is your chance to get badged and get tufting!
You’ll learn how to safely operate the tufting guns and make a small 5” x 5” tufted wall hanging to complete your Textile Tufting Gun badge. This class focuses on the safety skills and know-how you need to work on your own.

Ready for a fantastic 10-week ride? GEMS is the ultimate guided exploration of the tools, technology, and skills available at MakeHaven. If you have ever felt intimidated by a big shop or didn’t know where to start, this is your map. Over ten weeks, you will join a small cohort of fellow makers to dive into Woodworking, Textiles, Digital Fabrication, and Metalworking. It is the quickest way to go from "I don't know how to use that" to "I made this."

Are you staring at a blank grant application and wishing for a bit of company? Whether you are drafting a proposal for professional use or personal projects, this is your space. We are skipping the formal lectures and focusing on a productive, collaborative environment where you can find the structure and support you need to get the job done.

Join host Adam for an inspiring gathering with members of the local woodworking community. This meetup is designed to foster creativity and camaraderie in a welcoming, collaborative environment. Whether you are a seasoned woodworker or just starting out, this is the perfect space to ignite your passion for craftsmanship and strengthen bonds with fellow makers.

The Foundations of Fabrication (FoF) program is an expansive course that covers 15 disciplines over 4.5 months.

Ready to bring your designs to life with 3D printing? Join us for this group badging event, designed to help members confidently complete their in-person check-out on MakeHaven’s 3D printers. Together, we’ll walk through the check-out process by creating a small, personalized print. Working in a group makes the experience more approachable and provides an opportunity to connect with fellow makers!

Embark on a creative journey into the world of stained glass with our beginner-friendly workshop. Learn the renowned "Tiffany" method, encompassing designing, cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering techniques to craft your own unique glass panel. This hands-on class is tailored for beginners, offering step-by-step guidance to ensure everyone masters the essential skills. By the end of the workshop, each participant will proudly take home their completed stained glass creation.

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In this hands-on woodshop class, participants will learn how to safely and confidently use several essential stationary woodworking machines while completing the Woodshop badge requirements. Instruction will cover the sliding compound miter saw, jointer, planer, and table saw, with a focus on proper setup, operation, and workflow. By the end of the session, participants will have the skills and certification needed to access these tools independently at MakeHaven.

Unlock the capabilities of CNC with VCarve Pro, an intuitive software designed for creating and cutting parts on a CNC Router. VCarve Pro empowers you to produce intricate 2D patterns, offering profile, pocket, drill, and inlay toolpaths. Dive into the world of v-carving textures and explore the limitless possibilities of importing and machining Vectric 3D clipart or single model files.

Want to start using the laser cutter? This quick and friendly session is your chance to get badged and get cutting!

You’ll learn how to safely operate MakeHaven’s laser cutters and complete the Laser Cutter badge—unlocking independent access. During the session, you’ll cut a small project (like a keychain or nameplate) to practice the full process from design to finish.

Calling all artists, doodlers, and creative minds! Sketchbook Social is a laid back, welcoming space designed for anyone who loves to draw. This is a judgment free atmosphere where you can experiment with new techniques, share ideas with fellow creatives, and enjoy the simple process of making art in good company.

Dive into the world of metalworking with the Bridgeport Manual Mill class, where safety meets the art of basic metal milling operations. This class equips participants with the essential skills to master the Bridgeport Mill, a standard manual knee-type vertical milling machine, while creating a functional and stylish project: a pair of metal 6-sided dice.

Step into the forge and learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing using the power of induction heat. In this hands-on class, you’ll shape heated steel into a custom piece of your own design—choose between a decorative wand or a functional BBQ fork.

Master one of the most efficient structural joints in modern woodworking. This hands-on workshop introduces the core mechanics behind using a Domino joiner, a powerful tool designed to create fast, exceptionally strong loose tenon joints. You will learn how to accurately layout workpieces, set up the machine, and align mortises, leaving with the practical skills and confidence needed to speed up your furniture making and frame construction.

Ready to master the art of sourdough at home? This hands-on workshop covers everything you need to know to start your own bread making journey. We will walk through the entire process, including maintaining a healthy starter and planning your baking timeline to perfecting kneading, folding, and shaping techniques. By the end of the session, you will feel confident tackling artisanal bread in your own kitchen. Best of all, you will get to eat fresh bread in class and leave with your own starter and a loaf ready to bake at home!

Embark on your woodworking journey with A Cut(ting Board) Above the Rest, where the art of crafting meets the practicality of creating a custom, handmade piece. Whether you're new to woodworking or looking to elevate your kitchen game, this introductory class led by Alex is the perfect opportunity to delve into the world of woodcraft.

Calling all textile enthusiasts! Join us at MakeHaven for our monthly gathering dedicated to the joys of fiber arts. This recurring event offers an opportunity to engage with fellow crafters in a setting that is both warm and welcoming. This meetup is a haven for those looking to dive into their projects, exchange ideas, and foster a vibrant, creative community.