Workshops in The Makery: Fall 2025
Posted August 1, 2025 in Featured News, JMU Libraries News, The Makery News
Create, tinker, craft, invent, and discover new skills in our makerspace. Check out these free and fun workshops for students, staff, and faculty, offered by The Makery. Our knowledgeable and helpful staff are here to help you with academic and personal projects to foster your creativity!
Registration for all workshops will open up automatically 8 weeks before the date of the workshop. Dates and times may change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit our Events Calendar.
Crochet Basics
Dip your toes into the world of fiber arts in our newest Makery workshop! Learn how to crochet a small, two-dimensional heart in this step-by-step workshop.
This workshop is held in The Makery in Rose Library, 1-2 p.m. on the below dates. This is not a series. Choose the date that works best for you:
Intro to 3D Modeling
Learn how to build your own 3D models from scratch using AutoDesk Fusion, a software application available in The Makery.
This workshop is held in Rose Library room 5308, 2-3 p.m. on the below dates. This is not a series. Choose the date that works best for you:
Intro to Laser Cutting
Make something of your own on the laser cutter while you learn the basics of laser cutting. No laser cutting experience or materials needed. And you’ll be able to take home a completed keychain project!
This workshop is held from 2-3:30 p.m. in The Makery in Rose Library. This is not a series. Sign up for one of these dates:
Introduction to Audio Editing with Audacity
Get an intro to Audacity, a free tool for recording and editing audio for podcasts, interviews, oral histories, music, and more.
This virtual workshop is held on Zoom, 3-4 p.m. It is not a series. Please select the date that works best for you:
Mending Hour in The Makery
Do you have clothes that have rips or need repair? Bring them to The Makery during Mending Hour and we’ll teach you how to repair them. Sewing machines, thread, and other materials are provided. Learn more.
Registration is not required. Just stop by between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. on one or more of these dates:
- September 8, 15, or 22
- October 6, 13, or 20
- November 3, 10, or 17
Mixed Media Painting
Join this workshop for a relaxing hour of creating mixed media art using acrylic paints and household items. All supplies provided!
This workshop is held in Rose Library room 5308, 2-3 p.m. This is not a series. Sign up for one of these dates:
Sewing 101
Learn how to use the sewing machines in The Makery as we walk through a simple sewing project. We’ll teach you how to sew, cut, iron, pin, and plan for sewing projects.
This workshop is held in The Makery in Rose Library, 1-2:30 p.m. This is not a series. Please sign up for one of these dates: