What to Expect:
• A step-by-step demonstration of the screen creation process, including design preparation and screen coating.
• Hands-on practice screen printing using pre-made screens and vibrant inks.
• The opportunity to print your own designs onto fabric or paper.
Skills You’ll Acquire:
• Screen Printing Basics: Learn the essentials of screen preparation and printing.
• Printing Techniques: Develop skills for even ink application and clean design transfer.
What to Expect
Expect an informal, come-as-you-are sewing space with Gayle, our quilting instructor, there for guidance, troubleshooting, and technique support. Participants may use this time to continue blocks started in the Traditional Piecing class, begin new projects, or bring in pieces they’ve been wanting to finish. This is not a structured lesson; rather, it’s an opportunity for focused work time with an experienced quilter nearby to help as needed.
Skills You’ll Acquire
What to Expect
Students will start by selecting from a variety of donated fabric scraps and learn how to cut, arrange, and piece them together to create a unique quilt top. Once the quilt top is completed, you’ll discover how to layer it with batting and a backing fabric, and join these layers through basic quilting techniques. By the end of the class, you’ll leave with a completed quilt and a new understanding of sustainable crafting!
Skills You’ll Acquire
• Basic sewing techniques for piecing a quilt top
What to Expect: Over three sessions, you'll dive into various styles of handmade bookmaking, from crafting folders to assembling journals and hardcover books. You'll learn practical skills like measuring, folding, cutting, sewing, and gluing, and have the chance to create your own bookmaking tools using non-traditional materials.
Skills You'll Acquire:
What to Expect
Throughout this workshop, participants will gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge in developing and executing branding and marketing strategies. The course includes interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and opportunities to apply what you’ve learned directly to your brand or business. Expect to leave with actionable insights and a clear roadmap for enhancing your brand’s impact.
Skills You’ll Acquire
• Develop a compelling brand narrative that captures and retains audience interest.
What to Expect:
This workshop focuses on the essentials of creating a 3D parametric model using SOLIDWORKS. Guided by engaging lectures and demonstrations, participants will delve into hands-on tutorials, culminating in the creation and 3D printing of individual part files. The practical, step-by-step approach ensures a comprehensive understanding of SOLIDWORKS fundamentals.
This is a four-part class held weekly on Tuesdays beginning July 29.
What to Expect
Each week builds on the last as you work through the full knife-making process:
Each participant can choose from various styles of earring and necklace bases to customize and will have the opportunity to choose from a diverse selection of leaves, dried flowers, decorations, and colors to make their jewelry truly unique. Create personalized wearable masterpieces as you design with paper butterflies, foil, crushed glass, acorns, real leaves, birch pieces, resin leaves, and any personal items you bring along. Once adorned, delve into the world of resin mixing and pouring under Audra's expert guidance, creating glossy, one-of-a-kind jewelry.
What to Expect
In this class, students will learn how to harness black and white ink to create fluid, organic forms that are not only visually striking but also deeply personal. Jordan will guide you through the process of translating complex aspects of identity into abstract line designs, teaching you to capture the essence of fluidity and motion on the page.
Skills You’ll Acquire
• Mastery of black and white ink techniques for abstract drawing
• Understanding how to translate personal identity into visual art
What to Expect:
Skills You’ll Walk Away With:
What to Expect
This standalone skill class meets on Sunday, July 5, from 1–4pm. This class combines demonstration and guided practice. Participants will follow instructor demonstrations and step-by-step guidance while working with prepared paper patterns. Emphasis will be placed on accuracy, fabric placement, and clean results.
What to Expect
• Learn measuring, cutting, and assembling wood to craft a quality frame.
• Get hands-on experience using tools like the miter saw and clamps in a friendly, approachable setting.
• Practice sanding and finishing techniques to give your frame a polished, custom look.
This workshop is designed for beginners and DIY enthusiasts looking for a rewarding project.
Skills You’ll Acquire
What to Expect
We’ll start by taking apart a desktop tower, identifying components like the power supply, motherboard, and storage drives, and walking through safe troubleshooting practices. Then we’ll move on to laptops, where things get a bit more compact and delicate. Everyone will get hands-on time working on either a desktop or laptop, with guidance throughout.
Join us at MakeHaven for a fun and informative session, and leave with the confidence to continue sewing on your own!
What to Expect
• An introduction to the history and basics of sewing
• Hands-on practice with operating a sewing machine
• Guidance on identifying fabrics and cutting techniques
• Instruction in essential hand stitching methods
• Starting a simple sewing project to apply your new skills
Skills You’ll Acquire
• Basic sewing machine operation
What to Expect:
In this beginner-friendly class, you'll receive hands-on guidance through the essential techniques of sewing. From winding a bobbin to threading and safely operating a sewing machine, you'll learn the foundational skills needed to start your sewing journey. The workshop will also cover basic machine stitches, providing a solid base for future projects.
