Knox Makers – Classroom
Let’s Sew Some Covers for Metal Working
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesCome help sew up some covers for the new welding machines. We’re getting creative by sewing up some fabric swatches into 8’ by 3’ covers. No rules, no fussy matching, just straight seams. Perfect for the beginner to practice straight stitching or the creative at heart for the layout. We have all the tools and materials just bring a positive attitude.
Scrap Metal Art
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesLearn to make metal sculptures from recycled metal scrap!
No experience necessary- just use your imagination.
We will begin by covering shop safety and go over some tool basics. After a bit of discussion about scrap materials the class will design and create their own small sculptures to take home.
New Members Onboarding
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding!
We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to membership. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and socialize.
The focus is on new members, but longer-term members are encouraged to come and meet new folks.
Arduino 101 – Chapter 4
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesArduino 101 – Chapters 4 to 8
For those who have finished Arduino 101 and want to continue with the in person classes at Knox Makers, you can sign up for the remaining classes for $14.96 for Knox Makers members and $19.96 for the general public. All of the proceeds from this class, above the cost of the kits, will go to the Knox Makers Electronics area. This class is a bargain, so if you want to also donate to Knox Makers and designate the electronics section for the gift, that would be great. These 4 classes will continue on Mondays from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm on the following dates (note we skip Halloween):
November 7: Chapter 4
November 14: Chapter 5
November 21: Chapter 6
November 28: Chapter 7
December 5: Chapter 8
October Maker Mingle
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIn conjunction with Spark, Knox Makers is hosting The Maker City's October "Maker Mingle" event. Maker Mingles are casual gatherings to meet up with other makers, check out a maker space, and enjoy a little social time. Directions- Knox Makers parking and entrance is located around the back of the SPARK building in the…
New Members Onboarding
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding!
We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to membership. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and socialize.
The focus is on new members, but longer-term members are encouraged to come and meet new folks.
Arduino 101 – Introduction to Electronics and Computing
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class is part of a 3 part series. If you are a Knox Makers member and are interested in joining mid-stream, please DM Joe Pardue on Mattermost. This class will be from 6-7:30pm.
Laser Cutting Authorization
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Moonraker. Tracy 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 design using the laser cutter in our space. This class is intended for members who have not yet been…
Arduino 101 – Introduction to Electronics and Computing
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class is one of a 3 part series. If you are a Knox Makers member and are interested in joining mid-stream, please DM Joe Pardue on Mattermost. This class will be from 6-7:30pm.
New Members Onboarding
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding!
We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to membership. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and socialize.
The focus is on new members, but longer-term members are encouraged to come and meet new folks.
Arduino 101 – Introduction to Electronics and Computing
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIf you have ever wanted to add electronic or computer features to a project, but were intimidated by the complexity, Arduino is for you. Literally designed with artists in mind, Arduino makes it easy to create rational objects; devices you can simply explain your intentions and desires to. This class is built around the ebook…
Build a Blinking Knox Makers Badge
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesHave you wanted to learn to solder or wanted to build a cool piece of Knox Makers swag? Join us for a guided build of the battery powered badge/ornament/desk-piece/gift/however-you-use-it pictured above and then take it home to earn geek street cred among your soon-to-be-jealous friends. The board consists of 13 components including resistors, LEDs and…
Arduino: From the Ground Up
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIf you have ever wanted to add electronic features to a project but were intimidated by the complexity, Arduino is for you. Literally designed with artists in mind, Arduino makes it easy to create rational objects; devices you can explain your intentions and desires to. In this workshop, Issac will introduce you to the Arduino…
New Members Onboarding
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWhether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding!
We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to membership. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and socialize.
The focus is on new members, but longer-term members are encouraged to come and meet new folks.
Let’s Make a Metal Flower
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesIn this class, we will be making a flower out of metal! As posted this class will be 4 hours but may be less or could be more depending on how we progress. No experience is needed! I will be able to walk anyone through what to do. We will be welding and creating sparks,…
Going from Schematics to Breadboards
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesHave you seen cool circuits you wanted to build but weren't sure where to start? We've got you covered! In this class Ray will lead you step by step through reading a schematic and translating it into a prototype on a solderless breadboard. Each attendee will build a circuit using an integrated circuit, resistors, capacitors…
Laser Cutting Authorization
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis is an introduction class to our laser cutter, Moonraker. Tracy 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 design using the laser cutter in our space. This class is intended for members who have not yet been…
Intro to Electronics
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesHave you been interested in electronics but don't know where to start? This class does not assume any prior experience or knowledge whatsoever so here's your chance! Attendees will learn about basic concepts such as voltage, current, resistance and use of LEDs and mechanical switches and jumpers. Multimeters will be used to measure voltages and…
Fiber Arts Q&A Workshop
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesDROP IN PROJECT HELP
Come to this Fiber Arts workshop to get all your random questions answered. Make your old clothes new again; repair a zipper, tear, or button; get help reading a pattern! Anything goes!
Paper Mache Mask Making
Knox Makers - Classroom 116 Childress St SW, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThis class will be a duplicate of the previously announced Tuesday night class This class will meet for three consecutive sessions beginning Monday, September 12th in the Arts & Crafts area. The first session will build a custom mold for each participant's face. The second will build a mask. The third will decorate and paint…