Entries by Jennifer Nagle

Sewing 101: Using a Sewing Machine

Learn how to use a sewing machine! Bring your own or borrow one of ours. Skills taught include how to thread and clean the machine, read a manual, and use a variety of stitches applicable for any project. Not content to leave it at that, I will teach you how to push your skills further […]

Sewing 101: Can I Even Machine?

If you’ve got the bare basic knowledge, come learn how to use one of our basic sewing machines. Learn how to thread and clean the machine, read the manuals, and a variety of stitches that you can use with any project — and how to push your skills further. Suggested donation to Sewing Zone of […]

Sewing 099: I Know Nothing

Learn the basic ideas behind sewing and textile/garment construction. Includes basic stitches, fasteners like buttons and snaps, and cutting techniques. You get supplies for a sewing “sampler.” Suggested donation to Sewing Zone $5.  Tuesday, February 5 @ 7:30, Classroom Guests must be accompanied by a member. RSVP on Eventbrite.

Laser Cutter Training

i3detroit’s two laser cutters are the most used large tools in all of our makerspace.  The things you can make with computer controlled sheet stock cutting (wood, plastic, cardboard, cloth) is limited only by your imagination. As a member of i3detroit you can use our laser cutter 24/7, but we require that you complete two […]

Deck Your Halls! Wreath Workshop

Deck Your Halls: Wreath Workshop When: Saturday, December 16, 2017, 11am – 2 pm Where: i3Detroit  Who: 6 students max Cost: $20/Student (Eventbrite) What: Local small business woman Sue Bussell teaches you how to create those big, gorgeous professional-looking bows, strategies for silk flowers, and the basic essentials of holiday floral decorations! Bring your own […]