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Cricut Basics

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of using the Cricut Maker, a computer-controlled cutting machine used for a wide range of projects and materials, from scrapbooking to leatherworking and more!

In this free class, we will cover:

  • The basics of using Cricut Design Space
  • Compatible materials
  • How to load the machine
  • Basic troubleshooting tips

For ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to 3D Design with Autodesk Fusion

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Computer & Technology Class, The Maker Spot
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring a laptop and join us as we cover the power of 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) in Autodesk Fusion, a popular software for product design and manufacturing.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Cricut Basics

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of using the Cricut Maker, a computer-controlled cutting machine used for a wide range of projects and materials, from scrapbooking to leatherworking and more!

In this free class, we will cover:

  • The basics of using Cricut Design Space
  • Compatible materials
  • How to load the machine
  • Basic troubleshooting tips

For ages 13+.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Mail Art

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create something beautiful in our first-ever mail art class!

Mail art is an artistic movement centered on sending small-scale artwork through the postal service.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

This event is in the "Grade School" group
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

3D Printing Basics

2:00pm–3:30pm
Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot
Age Group: Grade School, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of 3D printing on our PolyPrinter 229 3D printers. This class is required for anyone who wishes to use the 3D printers in The Maker Spot at the NRH Library. 

This class will cover:

  • Basic parts of the printer
  • How the printing process works
  • The slicing and printer control software programs
  • How to print objects safely
  • How to properly shut the equipment down
  • Basic troubleshooting and when to seek help
  • Equipment reservation process

Please note that this class does not cover 3D modeling or how to create objects for printing. To learn more about 3D design and modeling, check out our TinkerCAD basics class.

This class is open to ages 9+. 

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn Your Sewing Machine

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have a sewing machine and are unsure of how to get started? Bring it in and let's talk it out!

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

3D Printing Basics

3:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Children, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of 3D printing on our PolyPrinter 229 3D printers. This class is required for anyone who wishes to use the 3D printers in The Maker Spot at the NRH Library. 

This class will cover:

  • Basic parts of the printer
  • How the printing process works
  • The slicing and printer control software programs
  • How to print objects safely
  • How to properly shut the equipment down
  • Basic troubleshooting and when to seek help
  • Equipment reservation process

Please note that this class does not cover 3D modeling or how to create objects for printing. To learn more about 3D design and modeling, check out our TinkerCAD basics class.

This class is open to ages 9+. 

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.

This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Valentine's Cards with the Cricut Maker

5:00pm–6:30pm
Teens & Tweens, Adults
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, The Maker Spot
Event Details:

Get creative this Valentine’s Day and make something special at our come-and-go card-making event! We’ll provide all the supplies you need, plus access to our Cricut Maker to help you design a custom Valentine's card. 

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens & Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sewing Machine Basics

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Richland Hills Library
Room: The Maker Spot Collaboration Space
Age Group: Children, Teens & Tweens, Adults
Program Type: The Maker Spot
Registration Required

Learn the basics of using our Janome DC 2014 Sewing Machines. This class is required for anyone who wishes to use the sewing machines in The Maker Spot.

In this class, you will learn:

  • Parts of the sewing machine
  • How to thread the sewing machine
  • How to wind and load the bobbin
  • Different types of stitches
  • Types of fabric to use

For ages 9+

Disclaimer(s)

Attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late without prior notification will forfeit their spot.

Children under the age of 13 must have a parent or guardian attend the class with them.