A room for hands-on projects, the Maker Space is a collaborative work space for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tool. With modular tables and seating for up to 10, the room features a sink and a 50” flat screen TV with current tele-conferencing capabilities. Equipment is free to use, however there may be additional costs for supplies.
Ellie Helm Maker Space
A PLACE TO GATHER, CREATE, INVENT, AND LEARN
Our Maker Space Equipment Includes:
- Button Maker
- Cricut Machine, Mug Press & Hat Press
- Binding Machine
- Die Cutting & Embossing Machine
- Paper Cutter
- Long Armed Stapler
- Basic Tools (screw drivers, hammers)
- Sewing Machines
- Glass Kiln
- Crafting Materials
- Laminator
Monthly Maker Space Activity:
More details on each month’s activity posted monthly at kresspavilion.org/news.
Children are required to have adult supervision at all times.
September: Fused Glass Wind Chimes
Make a colorful fused glass wind chime to hang in your window or any sheltered area. Create your own wind chime by arranging pieces of glass on a base of fusible glass. Return in a week and finish your chime with wire, chains and more.
Open Craft Night – August 25th 5pm
October: Applefest
Celebrate the apple harvest with fun, hands-on activities like apple cider pressing, dried apple projects, and festive apple-themed crafts!
Open Craft Night – September 29th 5pm
November: Fabric Painting & Glass Painting
Get creative with a variety of fun painting projects, including fabric painting, glass painting, champagne glass decorating, reverse glass plate painting, and painting your own hot pads!
Open Craft Night – October 27th 5pm
December: Fused Glass Spoons
Create beautiful and unique fused glass spoons and swizzle sticks. We will be using a variety of techniques and molds.
Open Craft Night – November 24th 5pm
January: Open Glass Studio
Create your own unique fused glass artwork in our open studio! Explore your creativity with a selection of projects from the past or create your own.
February: Basket Weaving
Learn the art of basket weaving in the Makerspace! Create a beautiful, handcrafted basket while exploring traditional techniques and your own creativity.
Open Craft Night – January 26th 5pm
March: Japanese Fabric Art / Kinusaiga
Explore the beautiful Japanese art of Kinusaiga, creating fabric artwork without sewing. Combine colorful fabrics and intricate designs to create a unique piece of art.
Open Craft Night – February 23rd 5pm
April: Card Making w/Sizzix & Cricut
Get creative and design beautiful, personalized cards using the Sizzix and Cricut! Explore fun techniques, creative designs, and embellishments to make cards for every occasion.
Open Craft Night – March 30th 5pm
May: Fused Glass – Plant Stakes
Add a colorful, artistic touch to your garden with handmade fused glass plant stakes! Design your stake using colorful glass and shapes.
Open Craft Night – April 27th 5pm
June: Maker Space Outdoors – Fairy Gardens and Moss Terrariums
Create your own enchanting miniature world with a fairy garden or a moss terrarium. Explore your creativity while designing a unique little garden to enjoy at home!
Open Craft Night – May 25th 5pm
July: Maker Space Outdoors – Sun Printing or Cyanotype
Discover the magic of sun printing with cyanotype! Use natural objects, shapes, and designs to create beautiful blue-and-white prints using the power of sunlight.
Open Craft Night – June 29th 5pm
August: Maker Space Outdoors – Cement Garden Art
Get creative with simple cement projects! Make charming concrete mushrooms, decorative doily planters, or personalized stepping stones.
Open Craft Night – July 27th 5pm
Jeanine Brennan | Maker Space Facilitator
Reading and sharing its joys are her passion. She loves learning new crafts, which is why she enjoys the Egg Harbor’s library’s MakerSpace so much. Jeanine has transitioned from her role as the Egg Harbor Library Branch Manager into the role of Maker Space Facilitator. Jeanine plans and organizes all of the monthly activities taking place within the space. To contact Jeanine with Maker Space questions, eggharbormakerspace@gmail.com