MakerLabs

MakerLabs is a makerspace that gives people the tools, skills, and space to make almost anything.

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Learn all about 3D printing and design. Make your own computer generated 3D models that you can then 3D print or CNC.

#3dprinter #3dprinting #cnc #make #filament #makerlabs

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Woodworking residency ... using jig to make box joints in 1/2" plywood for drawers. #woodworkingresidency
#learnsomethingnew #makerlabs #makerspace

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Rounded out the 5th class with a turn on the lathe.

*all puns intended*

#makerspace
#makerlabsvancouver
#toolsforwomen
#woodworkingresidency
#lathework

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Join us for a Paint Pouring Night with Wine Saturday, February 11th.
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This fun technique of painting requires no skills or brushes, let the paint do the work and watch the mesmerizing patterns take shape! ⁠
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Visit our website for more info and to register!⁠

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January Woodworking Residency. Busy working on new (to me) machines … jointer, table saw, drill press, biscuit joiner, sleds. #woodworkingresidency #makerlabsvancouver #toolsforwomen #makerspace

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There's still time to register for our March Woodworking Residency.
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This residency is designed for those that are completely new to woodworking and are interested in learning to use all of the tools that we have available in the WoodLab.⁠

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Check out one of our most popular tools in action cutting some fabric. Upon completion of the Laserlab 101 class, you will be able to book the laser cutter as either a member or non-member and begin working away on your own projects.

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Jack is all smiles taking the Textiles 101 class! This class is held Thursday evenings from 6pm to 9pm in which you will learn the basics of sewing with a domestic machine and leave with a completed multi-purpose bag.

Register via Eventbrite.

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Join @heliotropedesign in the Booknook Diorama workshop on February 25th, fabricating your dream miniature complete with LED lighting. ⁠
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Bring your own found treasures to personalize your tiny space, or choose from Evelyn's expansive collection of little objects. ⁠
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Try your hand at wheel throwing! We offer both drop-in sessions as well as guided evening classes to help you learn the basics of the art of wheel throwing.

#wheelthrowing #pottery #ceramics

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The WoodLab 102 class runs each week and the bandsaw is just one of the tools you'll learn how to use during this class. Visit our website for more info and to register.⁠

#woodwork #woodworking

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Looking to pick up a new hobby? Come by MakerLabs and check out the ceramics studio on the second floor. We have a hand building class as well as a wheel throwing class.

These beautiful pieces were made by @erinofthenorth.

#ceramics #pottery #handmade #clay

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Interested in making a bowl, a spoon, rolling pin, honey dipper or even some legs for a small table? Come take our Lathe 101 class to learn the basics and fundamentals of wood turning.

#woodturning #woodworking #wood

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Stuff you can make at MakerLabs: ��swords⁠
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#cnc #cncrouter #3dfabrication #maker #makerspace #makerlabsvancouver #vancouverisawesome #woodworking #mdf #cosplay

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MakerLabs Woodworking Residency Jan'23

Class time demo on wood grain and pith direction for glue up.

#woodworking #vancouver #woodworkingresidency #toolsforwomen #makerspace #makerlabsvancouver

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This beautiful tool chest was made member Sterling @sterlinghein.

It has a sliding insert to easily access tools in the main compartment as well as a tool drawer. The chest was made using many fundamental woodworking techniques.

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These CNC'd aluminum discs were made right here at MakerLabs by member Darran @edmstudio . They are precision machined to hold the bearing for a robot motor shaft. Quarter for scale. ⁠
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#cncmachining #precisionmachining #tormach #metalfabrication

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MakerLabs member @merrin_woodworks created this beautiful and thoughtful piece. The walnut sides are beautiful, but Michael specifically chose curly oak to accent this Urn. It belongs to an Irish family, with the lid paying homage to the national tree of Ireland, Sessile Oak. ⁠

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It's a bird.. it's a plane... no, wait! It's a sushi set shaped like A DUCK IN A POND! ⁠
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If you want to build your very own creative sushi plate and chopstick rest sign up for our ever-popular Sushi Set Workshop; the next one is taking place on Friday January 20th.
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Did you know that MakerLabs runs team-building workshops? Bring your team in and support each other through making fun projects like this hardwood charcuterie board!⁠
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#teambuildingworkshop #workshop #charcuterieboard #diy #teamworkshops #party #partyideas #maker #makerlabs