Workshops

Workshops are project oriented and assume you have already mastered the equipment training class for the appropriate machine. All workshops are held at Roadrunner Makers, COD Palm Desert Campus, South Annex 4 (SA4) unless otherwise noted.

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February 2024

Creating Valentine's cards with a Cricut 2/7  12:30 - 2:30                  
Sewing 1 - Learn basic sewing machine operation and
the most common seam finishes
2/8 12:30 - 2:30
Learn the basics of 3D printing 2/13   5 - 7 pm
Creating wooden boxes with the laser cutter 2/20 12:30 - 2:30  & 3:00 - 5:00

Sewing 2 - Learn techniques that will prepare you 
for sewing apparel / clothing workshops

2/22 12:30 - 2:30
How to clone your clothes: the basics of pattern making 2/24 12:30 - 2:30
Using generative AI to create images for your stickers,
t-shirts and buttons/pins.
2/29 12:30 - 2:30 & 3:00 - 5:00

 

March 2024

Denim Vest making: Part 1 3/5 12:30 - 2:30                  
T-shirt making using Generative AI or your own designs 3/6 12:30 - 2:30
Denim Vest making: Part 2 3/7 12:30 - 2:30
CNC Workshop - making small Tiki statues 3/12 12:30 - 2:30 & 3:00 - 5:00
Custom candle-making 3/13 5 - 7 pm
Sewing 1 - Learn basic sewing machine operation and
the most common seam finishes
3/19   12:30 - 2:30
Sewing 2 - Learn techniques that will prepare you 
for sewing apparel / clothing workshops
3/21 12:30 - 2:30

 

April / May2024

How to clone your clothes: the basics of pattern making 4/2    12:30 - 2:30                   
Introduction to Micro:bit 4/3 12:30 - 2:30
Pet name tag laser engraving 4/2 5 - 7 pm
Pajama Rama: cut and sew a pair of pajama pants or
shorts
4/4 12:30 -  2:30
Sew your own Haori / Kimono: contemporary cosplay 4/16 12:30 -  2:30
Bucket hat and visor sewing workshops 4/18 12:30 - 2:30
Intro to Tinkercad: Creating Geometric-shaped vases 
for 3D printing
4/23 12:30 - 2:30 & 3:00 - 5:00
Creating Unique business cards out of wood or metal
with the laser cutter 
4/23 5 - 7 pm
     
Open sew: Start customizing your clothes to develop
your own personal style!
5/7 12:30 - 2:30
Making jigsaw puzzles with the laser cutter 5/9 12:30 - 2:30 & 3:00 - 5:00