Events
Are you interested in learning how to sew using embroidery sewing machines? If so, you will learn basic sewing terminology; essential sewing tools; and gain confidence in machine operation and techniques. Please register for each…
The Spring 2026 Maker-in-Residence, Emma McKee, AKA the “StitchGawd” is a Chicago based cross stitcher and fiber artist whose work uses traditional heritage methods to focus and highlight contemporary cultural commentary, the visual…
Drop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativity.Would…
Drop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativity.Would…
Drop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativity…A weekly drop-in, hands-on art studio open to all ages, facilitated by art therapists and alumni from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). The topics and projects are chosen by you. A wide variety of creative and artistic…
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Interested in learning how to use a laser cutting machine? Swing by and craft a personalized bookmark using Inkscape and our laser cutter.
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Drop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativity.Would…
With the guidance of Maker-in-Residence Emma (aka StitchGawd), learn how to do 1-3 different hand stitches, a backstitch, a running stitch, or a chain stitch using thread on denim. Participants will then be asked to draw something from…
Welcome to the Sulzer Regional Maker Lab!
Drop in during Open Shop to work on personal projects or ask staff general questions regarding software or equipment. Use our Cricut electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, or…Are you interested in learning knitting? If so, you will learn fundamental knitting techniques including casting on, knit and purl stitches, basic pattern reading, and binding off.
Register for each of these sessions to learn:
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If you joined us for the Spring Critters workshop, then this is the next step in your journey.
Join Legler Maker Lab staff to learn a couple of new hand-sewn stitches. We will be providing all the materials for hand-sewn owl…
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Drop in during Open Shop to:
Get a brief software overviewFind out how we can help with your projectCheck out what people are makingUse a laser cutter, electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, hot glue guns, and your creativity for… - ,
Learn the basics of knitting in this hands-on class led by experienced needleworker Adriana Reyneri. Perfect for beginners or anyone needing a refresher. All supplies will be included.
AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other…
Are you interested in learning how to sew using embroidery sewing machines? If so, you will learn basic sewing terminology; essential sewing tools; and gain confidence in machine operation and techniques. Please register for each…
Join experienced needleworker Adriana Reyneri for a beginner-friendly knitting and crochet group. Bring your own projects or challenge yourself to start something new. Materials will be provided by the library.
AccessibilityNeed sign…
A weekly drop-in, hands-on art studio open to all ages, facilitated by art therapists and alumni from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). The topics and projects are chosen by you. A wide variety of creative and artistic…
Welcome to the Sulzer Regional Maker Lab!
Drop in during Open Shop to work on personal projects or ask staff general questions regarding software or equipment. Use our Cricut electronic cutter, 3D printer, sewing machine, or…Join experienced needleworker Adriana Reyneri for a beginner-friendly knitting and crochet group. Bring your own projects or challenge yourself to start something new. Materials will be provided by the library.
AccessibilityNeed sign…
A weekly drop-in, hands-on art studio open to all ages, facilitated by art therapists and alumni from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). The topics and projects are chosen by you. A wide variety of creative and artistic…