Workshops
Workshops are project oriented and assume you have already mastered the equipment training class for the appropriate machine. All workshops are held at Roadrunner Makers, COD Palm Desert Campus, South Annex 4 (SA4) unless otherwise noted.
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February 2024
| Creating Valentine's cards with a Cricut | 2/7 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Sewing 1 - Learn basic sewing machine operation and the most common seam finishes |
2/8 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Learn the basics of 3D printing | 2/13 | 5 - 7 pm |
| Creating wooden boxes with the laser cutter | 2/20 | 12:30 - 2:30 & 3:00 - 5:00 |
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Sewing 2 - Learn techniques that will prepare you |
2/22 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| How to clone your clothes: the basics of pattern making | 2/24 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Using generative AI to create images for your stickers, t-shirts and buttons/pins. |
2/29 | 12:30 - 2:30 & 3:00 - 5:00 |
March 2024
| Denim Vest making: Part 1 | 3/5 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| T-shirt making using Generative AI or your own designs | 3/6 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Denim Vest making: Part 2 | 3/7 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| CNC Workshop - making small Tiki statues | 3/12 | 12:30 - 2:30 & 3:00 - 5:00 |
| Custom candle-making | 3/14 | 5 - 7 pm |
| Sewing 1 - Learn basic sewing machine operation and the most common seam finishes |
3/19 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Sewing 2 - Learn techniques that will prepare you for sewing apparel / clothing workshops |
3/21 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
April / May2024
| How to clone your clothes: the basics of pattern making | 4/2 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Introduction to Micro:bit | 4/3 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Pet name tag laser engraving | 4/2 | 5 - 7 pm |
| Pajama Rama: cut and sew a pair of pajama pants or shorts |
4/4 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Sew your own Haori / Kimono: contemporary cosplay | 4/16 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Bucket hat and visor sewing workshops | 4/18 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Intro to Tinkercad: Creating Geometric-shaped vases for 3D printing |
4/23 | 12:30 - 2:30 & 3:00 - 5:00 |
| Creating Unique business cards out of wood or metal with the laser cutter |
4/23 | 5 - 7 pm |
| Open sew: Start customizing your clothes to develop your own personal style! |
5/7 | 12:30 - 2:30 |
| Making jigsaw puzzles with the laser cutter | 5/9 | 12:30 - 2:30 & 3:00 - 5:00 |
