New Member Onboarding – May
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 should feel welcome to stay and socialize. The focus of this evening will be on members who are new to Knox Makers, but older members are encouraged to come help and meet newer members. Snacks will be provided, so please RSVP so that we can make sure we provide an appropriate amount.
Machining 101 – Measuring and Layout
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIn this class, Billy will go over the basics of metrology and layout. This lecture and hands on lab will include machinist 'speak', accurate measuring, and project layout. Students will learn the basics of how to read and use micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks, angle blocks, sin bars, height gauges, dial test indicators and more to inspect, measure and layout their work. Do you want to talk like a machinist? Come join us and learn what we mean when we say stuff like 'half a thou'.
There will be a fee of $24.96 for general public and $19.96 current Knox Makers members. There will be a maximum of 12 tickets for this class, and a minimum of 4 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 24 hours prior to class start time, the class we be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.
Woodshop 104: Making a Bandsaw Box
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesFred will teach you how to make a “Bandsaw Box” except using the sawstop. You will make and take home a 3×5 inch box (time permitting) or at least the pieces to assemble one yourself.
Wood Joinery
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLearn how to do simple wood joinery including dado, lap joint, bridal joint, dovetail, and others as time permits.
May Board Meeting
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesKnox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox Makers members are welcome to attend. This event is closed to the general public.
Knox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox Makers members are welcome to attend. This event is closed to the general public.
Intro to Cameo Silhouette
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJoin Tabby in learning the Cameo Silhouette machine. This class will authorize you to use the machine safely and effectively.
You will learn the difference in blades and tools available and how they work for different materials.. Learn The different materials that can be used in the machine. Learn how to set up the machine for your project and how to make adjustments if needed. Also included tips and tricks learned over the past few years on personal use on the machine. Everything is provided for this class.
Adult Arting – Beginners Nail Art
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLearn how to do your own nails without having to go to a salon. Tiffany will provide hands on training including tips and tricks to a perfect paint job, nail stamping design, and hand and cuticle care. Supplies provided. Must be 16 years old.
The local adult beverage sampling will be moonshine!
There will be a fee of $24.96 for general public and $19.96 for members.. There will be a maximum of 10 tickets for this class, and a minimum of 5 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 24 hours prior to class start time, the class we be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.
Metal Turning 101 – Grizzly Lathe Tool Authorization
Knox Makers - Machining 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United States** Intro to Machining is a prerequisite class. You have to complete the Intro to Machining class before you can take the Metal Turning 101 Class. **
In this class you will receive basic hands on experience in operating a Grizzly G0602 10" x 22" Lathe. During this 3 to 4 hour class, Billy will go over the basics which include work holding, facing, center drilling, drilling, profile turning, grooving and parting operations. You will also learn the basics of using a dial indicator for more accurate parts, power feed, and basic care of the lathe. This is a tool authorization class and once completed you will be authorized to use the lathe and Knox Maker members will receive a key need to operate the lathe. Intro to Machining is a prerequisite class.
(Not covered in the class: Threading, Boring Knurling, Spherical generation, or tapered turning between centers)
There will be a fee of $24.96 for members.. There will be a maximum of 4 spots of this class, and a minimum of 2 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 48 hours prior to class start time, the class we be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.
Intro to Knitting
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesMake things from string! Learn to cast on, knit, purl and cast off while making a mug rug. Class includes yarn, needles and questionable attempts at humor.
Hemming Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesTired of taking your dress pants or skirts to a tailor? Want to turn those high waters into capris?
This class will take you through step by step both the basic top stitch and blind hem techniques followed by some hands-on practice. In the time remaining, you can hem your own project. Yes, feel free to bring an item that needs hemming with you to class.
Sewing machines, tools and an assortment of thread are available for use. However, if you want that perfect match, please bring your own thread.
Laser Cutter 101
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Goldfinger. Jondale will lead attendees of this class as they learn the basics of laser cutting, make a simple design, and…
Laser Cutter 101
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Goldfinger. Jondale will lead attendees of this class as they learn the basics of laser cutting, make a simple design, and then engrave and cut out the desing using the laser cutter in our space. This class is intended for members who have not yet been authorized to use Goldfinger or need/want a review of its operation.
Embroidery Machine Workshop
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an overview authorization class and hands on workshop with our Singer XL400 Futura CNC Embroidery Machine. Attendees will learn the basics of how to turn text and images into fabric art. This class is intended for members who have not yet been authorized to use the embroidery machine.
There is a maximum of 3 participants. There is a 3 participant minimum. If the minimum amount of participants is not reached within 48 hours the class will be cancelled and charges refunded.
DC865: Top 10 Web Vulnerabilities
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesAt this month's meeting, we have Jeremy Kelso walking us through the OWASP Top 10. The OWASP Top 10 is a list of the most critical web application security risks in use today. Kelso will be using the Juice Shop project to demonstrate these vulnerabilities and discuss ways to mitigate their use.
If you would like to take notes or follow along, a laptop may be handy.
June Board Meeting
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesKnox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox Makers members are welcome to attend. This event is closed to the general public.
Build a 21st Century Phenakistiscope
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesJoin Joe Pardue in building an Arduino controlled motorized phenakiscope.
This project was specially designed to briefly introduce novices to some of a makerspace’s tools: lasercutters, 3D printers, microcontrollers, motors, LEDs, soldering and basic electronics. All the components needed to build a phenakistiscope will be provided. This workshop will be very informal. We will begin by building the phenakistiscope and then have discussions of technical aspects of the project based on the student’s interests.
Laser Cutter 101
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Goldfinger. Jondale will lead attendees of this class as they learn the basics of laser cutting, make a simple design, and then engrave and cut out the desing using the laser cutter in our space. This class is intended for members who have not yet been authorized to use Goldfinger or need/want a review of its operation.
DEFCON 27: OpSec
Knox Makers 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesDEFCON Groups (DCGs) are locally run branches of the annual event known as DEFCON. Each year, thousands of hackers descend upon Las Vegas (over 22,000 in 2016). This annual migration of the worlds top digital talent brings more with it than just the scent of unwashed pits. If you plan on attending this year's DEFCON, or would just like to learn how to protect your data from prying eyes, join us on July 17th where we will be learning from DC865 organizer Zach Nelson.
New Member Onboarding – July
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 should feel welcome to stay and socialize. The focus of this evening will be on members who are new to Knox Makers, but older members are encouraged to come help and meet newer members. Snacks will be provided, so please RSVP so that we can make sure we provide an appropriate amount.
July Board Meeting
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesKnox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox Makers members are welcome to attend. This event is closed to the general public.