Learn to Sew
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class covers the basics of sewing. A discussion on which tools are needed to be a successful sewer, how to use some of the most basic stitches, and how…
Blacksmithing Area Meet-up
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis will be a the first meeting, of many, to discuss the new Blacksmithing Area at Knox Makers.
Knox Area Robotics Club – Talk and Tinker
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis month’s meeting for the Knox Area Robotics Club will be a talk and tinker session. Members are encouraged to bring in robotics projects to work on and tinker with to collaborate and learn from…
Introduction to Welding
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesGreg will introduce the metal shop with a basic safety discussion, tour of the metal shop, explanation of operations and procedures, and available equipment. Welding demonstrations and hands-on practice will…
Czar Meeting
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThe Knox Makers Area Czars will exchange information to see how our space can be even more magnificent.
Lightning Talks – Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLightning Talks are an expanded form of Show and Share, where attendees are encouraged to bring out the projects they have been working on. Instead of the 3-minute Show and…
Welding Techniques Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesGreg will outline techniques for welding in the metal shop. This class will begin with welding instruction followed by a hands-on shop class in which students will learn the effects…
Quilting Basics Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhether you've always wanted to learn to quilt or you love to quilt, this workshop is for you. For beginners, this class is a great way to practice hands on…
Space Day
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesOnce a month we will dedicate a day to Knox Maker community projects. Working on a something that takes more that a few hands, tackling the huge elephant that is…
New Member Onboarding
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesKnox Makers will host a member onboarding session for new members. This night will start with a brief overview of the resources, rules, and goals of Knox Makers. Afterwards, members…
Intro to Sewing – Reversible Japanese Knot Bag
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class is perfect for the beginner sewer. You will learn how to pin, mark and cut out your pattern. You will be doing straight stitching, making darts and sewing…
AA – Adult Arting
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesAA - Adult Arting. Come and express your creative self with other adults at Knox Makers. BYOB, but we'll provide the creative seed and materials! Events will vary and be…
Introduction to 3D printing
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJeffrey will provide an introductory class on setting up and calibrating your 3D printer, finding patterns to print, creating and modifying models, and the use of slicing programs to send…
Bat House Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesChuck will teach you to how to use the various tools and woodworking equipment to make your own bat house. This single compartment bat house could attract up to 50…
Intro to Machining
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesBilly will give you a basic introduction to the machining area. This class will begin with a tour of the machining area with a, in-depth discussion of each tool, it's…
Open House – First Friday Event
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesKnox Makers will be hosting an Open House in conjunction with our neighbors ETTAC and their art open house and performance of "Let's Hear it for the Queen". Come by…
Destination: Leather City, An Introduction To Leather
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJay will give you a hands on introduction to leather. This class will begin with a tour of the Knox Makers space, and then move into the “Leather City" where we will have a general overview of the tools provided by Makers, what you want in your leather toolbox, the different kinds of leather, particular uses, proper procedures, and safety. At the end of this class, all participates will have worked with leather and made something to take home. Although not a prerequisite for future leather classes it is highly advised to take this class to find out which avenue in the vast township of “Leather City” you may find intriguing.
Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIn this class you will receive basic hands on experience in operating a Bridgeport Series I J-Head milling machine. During this 3 hour class, Billy will go over the basics of tramming the head of the mill, tramming the vise, edge finding, work holding and setup, drilling, side milling, and top/end milling operations. You will also learn the basics of the DRO (digital read out), the table power feed, and basic care of the mill. This is a tool authorization class and once completed you will be authorized to use the milling machine and Knox Maker members will receive a key need to operate the mill. Intro to Machining is a prerequisite class.
Intro to Sewing – Workshop Apron
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesYou must purchase a ticket for this event. https://knoxmakers.org/event/intro-to-sewing-workshop-apron/ This is a class for the makers out there who want a customized shop apron. We'll start by making the bib, hips…
Welding Techniques Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesGreg will outline techniques for welding in the metal shop. This class will begin with welding instruction followed by a hands-on shop class in which students will learn the effects of heat, ideal travel speed, welding position, and more. Those interested in participating and making some sparks after the class is over are welcome to stay and put their new knowledge to the test. There is some loaner equipment, but if you have your own welding gear, you are encouraged to bring it to this workshop.