Makerspace

Learn the basics of embroidery, and some beginner friendly stitches and patterns in this open work session! Join during any time and stay for as little or as long as you'd like. Materials and training provided! You can bring your own clothing or material to embroider if you prefer to customize something in this workshop.
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To sign up for workshops ahead of time, email makerspace@smcvt.edu or use this link. You can also reserve time to work on your own project. (See project ideas here). Never been to the MakerSpace? Stop by for a tour (Open Monday-Friday 10am-6pm).

In this 101 session, learn how to use our laser cutter (our machine with cutting and engraving abilities), and get a chance to create something yourself!

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To sign up for workshops, email makerspace@smcvt.edu or use this link. You can also reserve time to work on your own project. (See project ideas here). Never been to the MakerSpace? Stop by for a tour (Open Monday-Friday 10am-6pm).

Learn the basics of sewing— an incredibly useful, and practical developmental skill— and get a chance to make something yourself, or repair a garment! MakerSpace staff will teach participants how to use the sewing machines, and assist with sewing projects. The MakerSpace carries a variety of fabrics and sewing materials available for the campus community to use. Limited seats available- sign up ahead of time by emailing makerspace@smcvt.edu.
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The Saint Michael’s College UpLIFT program enhances and diversifies the student experience through a myriad of opportunities including workshops, presentations, leadership opportunities and interactions with students, faculty, staff, alumni and the greater community. Participants develop self-awareness, understanding and cultural competency while learning to live honestly, respectfully and inclusively as they Do Well and Do Good during their time at Saint Michael’s College and beyond.

Stop by the MakerSpace on Friday, March 4th at 8PM to learn the vinyl cutter and make your own stickers! This Friday Knight Dry activity will provide tickets to participants who can then use them to enter the raffle happening later in the evening.

In this beginner-friendly workshop, learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator- a design program and vector graphics editor. Here in the MakerSpace, we often use this software to create designs to be laser-cut or vinyl-cut (See examples here). If you would like to join this workshop remotely, please email us (makerspace@smcvt.edu) or use the sign up to receive a zoom link.

The EG 100: Introduction to Engineering course here at SMC will be joining the MakerSpace to 3D print their own designs. From 3:30PM to 5PM on this day, we will be closed to other projects as we will be at max capacity.

learn the basics of sewing and get a chance to make something yourself! Staff will be available to help you carry out your own sewing project. We have a variety of fabrics and sewing materials available for the campus community to use. Join during any part of this workshop and stay for as little or as long as you'd like.
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To sign up for workshops, email makerspace@smcvt.edu or use this link. You can also reserve time to work on your own project. (See project ideas here). Never been to the MakerSpace? Stop by for a tour (Open Monday-Friday 10AM-6PM).

Learn how to design and print your own 3D object! In this workshop, staff will assist you in creating a 3D model which you can print right here in the MakerSpace. If you would like to participate remotely, please email us (makerspace@smcvt.edu) or use the sign up to receive a zoom link.

Have a garment that needs repair? Come in and fix it! In this workshop MakerSpace staff will consult with you on your repair and walk you through how to fix it. Join during any part of this open work session.
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Sewing supplies and trained student staff will be readily available.
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To sign up for workshops, email makerspace@smcvt.edu or use this link. You can also reserve time to work on your own project. (See project ideas here). Never been to the MakerSpace? Stop by for a tour (Open Monday-Friday 10AM-6PM).

Come learn how to use adobe illustrator and the laser cutter to make your own shadow box. Materials provided- limited seats available, so sign up ahead of time to claim a spot!
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To sign up for workshops, email makerspace@smcvt.edu or use this link. You can also reserve time to work on your own project. (See project ideas here). Never been to the MakerSpace? Stop by for a tour (Open Monday-Friday 10AM-6PM).

Those participating in admitted student VIP days will have the opportunity to come to the MakerSpace and learn how to use our vinyl cutter to design and cut their own stickers/decals. If you're a current student, come introduce yourself, welcome them to our beautiful campus, and share some of your love for SMC with them!!

In this beginner-friendly workshop, learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator- a design program and vector graphics editor. Here in the MakerSpace, we often use this software to create designs to be laser-cut or vinyl-cut (See examples here). If you would like to join this workshop remotely, please email us (makerspace@smcvt.edu) or use the sign up to receive a zoom link.