Maker Workshop for Adults: Alcohol Ink Coasters (FULL)

Rochambeau Library - Studio 708 Hope Street, Providence, RI, United States

We will be using alcohol ink to decorate a set of coasters with beautiful patterns that resemble flowers and/or tie-dye. This technique utilizes blowing the ink around the coaster using a straw to achieve the desired effect.  Please note that Ink stains easily!  Space and materials are limited so please register by emailing makers@clpvd.org

Maker Workshop for Adults: Alcohol Ink Coasters

Wanskuck Library - MakerSpace 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

We will be using alcohol ink to decorate a set of coasters with beautiful patterns that resemble flowers and/or tie-dye. This technique utilizes blowing the ink around the coaster using a straw to achieve the desired effect.  Please note that Ink stains easily!  Space and materials are limited so please register by emailing makers@clpvd.org

Sewing Workshop for Adults: Zipper Pouches

Wanskuck Library - MakerSpace 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Practice your sewing skills with this fun guided project: zipper pouches!  Beginners are welcome, but some basic knowledge of using a sewing machine is helpful.  All materials are provided.

Maker Workshop for Adults: Painting Laser Cut Fall Decorations

Wanskuck Library - MakerSpace 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Drop by the library to assemble and paint some pre-cut wooden pieces to create some fun fall decorations.  Make a door decoration to greet the trick-or-treaters on Halloween, compose a pumpkin-themed wall hanging to make your living room feel cozier - it's up to you!  Get creative and crafty using a bit of glue, acrylic […]

Maker Workshop for Adults: Candle Making

Wanskuck Library - Community Room 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Practice making a soy candle, including melting wax, adding fragrance oil, and choosing the correct size wick for your jar.  Autumn fragrances included! Space is limited, so please register by emailing makers@clpvd.org.

Sewing Workshop for Adults: Appliqué

Wanskuck Library - Other 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Experiment with stitching fabric shapes onto a fabric background! This is a fun skill used in quilting and for embellishing textiles. We will practice the raw edge fusible technique and some common stitches. Space is limited, so please register by emailing makers@clpvd.org.

Sewing Workshop for Adults: Eye Pillows

Wanskuck Library - Other 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Practice your sewing skills with this fun guided project: eye pillows! Some experience with a sewing machine is helpful, but beginners are welcome. Please register by emailing makers@clpvd.org. (Image credit: WeAllSew)

Maker Workshop for Adults: 3D Design Your Own Mold

Wanskuck Library - Other 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Do you have a shape in mind that you would love to use as a mold for chocolate, candles, resin, or soap? Practice with a software called Tinkercad to create some 3D designs for molds! RSVP for a session by emailing makers@clpvd.org.

Sewing Workshop for Adults: Make a Coffee Cozy

Wanskuck Library - Other 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Practice your sewing skills with this fun guided project: a fabric coffee cozy! Some experience with a sewing machine is helpful, but beginners are welcome. Please register for one of the sessions by emailing makers@clpvd.org.

Maker Workshop: Melt and Pour Soap!

Wanskuck Library - Other 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Drop in to make some melt-and-pour soap! This easy project involves melting a soap base, adding color, and pouring into a mold of your choice. All materials provided! Drop-ins are welcome, but you can RSVP by emailing makers@clpvd.org.

Try It Out!: Dye Sublimation Printing

Wanskuck Library - MakerSpace 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Get to know the process of dye sublimation printing, which enables you to print an image onto certain surfaces using a special printer, transfer paper, and a heat press. We will have a sampling of blank objects, such as pouches, hand towels, mugs, puzzles, keychains, and coasters, to give you a chance to practice. It […]

Sewing Workshop: Pot Holders!

Wanskuck Library - MakerSpace 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI, United States

Come get some practice with a sewing machine in this fun guided project: pot holders! All materials will be provided. Space is limited, so please register for a session by emailing Sarah at makers@clpvd.org. (Image by TwoPointsCouture licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0).