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Ace Makerspace
Where people make things and help others make things in a 24/7 shared workspace.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Textile Hardware Setting Basics - RSVP on ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGNeeds location$15.00
RSVP at https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/textile-hardware-setting-basics-042424/
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Learn how to use the heavy-duty hardware setting equipment Ace Makerspace has in Textiles. This equipment is simple but also simple to get wrong. This is a certification workshop! This includes hands-on practice and not just theory!
- Level: Beginner
- Timing: 1.5 hours
- Location: Coworking/Textiles suite 206
- Certification: BuckleGuy Hardware Certification
- Age: 14+
Students will learn:
- Overview of tools and hardware types
- How to use specialty dies
- How to choose hardware for different projects
- Tips to keep everything in working order
- How to set snaps, rivets, and grommets in fabric and leather
- All materials and hardware provided!
- Requires three students to run.
Learn more at https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/textile-hardware-setting-basics-022824/
- Laser Basics and Certification- RSVP ON ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGNeeds location$55.00
RSVP at https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/laser-basics-and-certification-042324/
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This workshop covers the basics of safe laser operation for laser users. All the basics for certification are also covered.
Class Type: Access
Level: Beginner
Timing: 3 Hours
Location: Laser suite #113
Certification: Laser Certification with passing knowledge check
Age: 14+This class is for good folks new to operating a laser or needing certification. It does not cover file preparation in detail. This workshop is part lecture and review and part practical experience.
Agenda:
- How Lasers work
- Laser cutting fundamentals
- Toolchain and configuration
- Test cutting and setting determination
- Laser Soft Program basics, limits and benefits
- Startup and shutdown procedures
Take the knowledge online knowledge check to complete your certification after the class.
- Textiles Open Studio with Team Ace - RSVP on ACEMAKERSPACE.ORGNeeds location$12.00
RSVP at https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/textiles-open-studio-with-team-ace-043024/
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This is a great place to access wonderful machines and equipment, practice that youtube video you have been checking out, and more.
Level: Beginner to Expert
Timing: 3 hours
Location: Coworking and Textiles room in suite 206
Certification: NoneSliding Scale. NOBODY TURNED AWAY FOR LACK OF FUNDS!
Your hosts can help you get started, and provide practice projects, or recommendations. We are not offering 1:1 lessons at this open lab as host time and assistance is limited. We may give demonstrations if time allows or when we have guests.