Find your inner designer at the free Open Maker Workshops in Rhodes
Have you ever wanted to learn how to create a 3D model? Learn to use a laser to craft your own jewellery? Or even solder a Christmas tree ornament? At Open Maker Workshops – hosted at The Learning Space in Rhodes – locals are welcome to attend these free, facilitator-led workshops that guide you through creating a project as a hands-on learning experience.
Open Maker Workshop. Image courtesy of City of Canada Bay
What’s Open Maker?
Open Maker is a place to drop-in, create, repair, and be part of a community that enjoys making! These casual, self-led sessions are the perfect opportunity to work with peers, share knowledge and use the Learning Space’s Makerspace equipment.
In Open Maker, you gain access to a range of various technologies, consumables and resources at your disposal. This includes 3D printing, die cutting, soldering, electronics and much more. There are different learning resources, guides and tutorials within the space for your self-led learning journey.
Stamp and die cutting. Image courtesy of Sedanur Kunuk, Pexels.com
How much does a session cost?
Nothing at all – they’re free. But you’ll need to register in advance to attend a workshop as spots are limited.
Open Maker Workshops 2025
3D Modelling – Lunar New Year
Saturday, 8 February 2–4pm (Charm)
Saturday, 22 February 2–4pm (Lantern)
Die Cutting – Card Making
Saturday, 8 March 2–4pm
Saturday, 22 March 2–4pm
Laser Cutting – Keyring
Saturday, 5 April 2–4pm
Saturday, 3 May 2–4pm
3D Modelling – For Beginners
Saturday, 17 May 2–4pm (Bobblehead)
Saturday, 31 May 2–4pm (Magnet)
Laser Cutting – Rainbow Jewellery (Intermediate)
Saturday, 14 June 2–4pm
Saturday, 28 June 2–4pm
Die Cutting – For Beginners
Saturday, 12 July 2–4pm (Stickers)
Saturday, 26 July 2–4pm (Labels)
Laser Cutting – Wooden Bookmark
Saturday, 23 August 2–4pm
Saturday, 6 September 2–4pm
3D Modelling – Festive Season
Saturday, 20 September 2–4pm (Moon Festival Lantern)
Saturday, 4 October 2–4pm (Bobblehead Ghost)
Die Cutting – Festive Season
Saturday, 18 October 2–4pm (Spooky Stickers)
Saturday, 1 November 2–4pm (Seasonal Cards)
Laser Cutting – Holiday Jewellery (Intermediate)
Saturday, 15 November 2–4pm
Saturday, 29 November 2–4pm
Soldering – Light-Up Christmas Tree
Saturday, 13 December 2–4pm
Location: The Learning Space, Rhodes Dates: 2-4pm: Second and Fourth Saturday of the month More info:Open Maker Workshops 2025
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