08.06.24
Meet the Maker: Adrienne Thomas
Learn about Adrienne’s passion for sewing and handmade creations and how she made the craft accessible for makers of all levels.
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11.28.23
Meet the Maker: Daliah Silver
This Fall, quilting met activism at the Maker Lab thanks to Maker-in-Residence, Daliah.
08.14.23
Meet the Maker: Kristin Field
Move over, tie-dye! Natural dyeing is the newest craft Chicagoans are learning at the Maker Lab this Summer.
11.10.22
Ask a Maker: Christopher Swenson
Self-described professional tinkerer, Christopher Swenson has been making his own keyboards from scratch. Read on to see how he used the tools at the Maker Lab to bring his project to life!
06.21.22
Meet the Maker: Carolyn Kassnoff
Carolyn brings the art of neon-bending and illustrations to the Maker Lab, helping Library users make our city glow with custom lanterns!
11.10.21
Meet the Maker: Faith Humphrey Hill
No stranger to Harold Washington Library Center, Faith Humphrey Hill is this Fall’s Maker-in-Residence, teaching Library users how to knit, draw using digital tools—and asking us to remember those whose lives were lost to COVID-19 with her famous knit-prints.
12.20.16
The Chicago Public Library Maker Lab Inspries Curiosity – in 3D
CPL harnesses the energy of the maker movement and emerges as an innovation leader in the city with the Maker Lab. Learn more here.
10.18.16
3 Maker Lab Events for the Food & Drink Lover Inspired by the One Book, One Chicago Pick
Ever wondered exactly what goes into roasting coffee or how you can decorate your party cupcakes like a pro? Bring your inner foodie to life at the Maker Lab!
10.11.16
5 Maker Lab Events for Halloween Lovers
Wondering how to make your best Halloween costume ever this month? Maker Lab has you covered on all of that – and more!