Learn flower pressing on tile in this creative workshop!In this workshop Monarch Beauty Farm teaches the foundations of flower and leaf pressing to capture vibrant and beautifully preserved botanicals. In this hands-on class, participants will create their own Floralscapes using hand-pressed flowers, grown locally, using sustainable farming practices. We'll use 6x6" or 3x6 " reclaimed […]
Make something out of reclaimed glass!Come get a taste of stained glass making in this introductory class. We’ll use reclaimed glass and tile to create light catchers, pendants or ornaments, whatever you choose. Students will learn how to cut and join stained glass together using the copper foil method.Tools and materials will be provided.CLASS CREDIT […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
Learn carving while making a spoon you can use!This class runs 2 consecutive weeks.Oct 10 and Oct 17 at 5:30-7:30pmGet back to basics and learn the centuries old, meditative art of spoon carving. In two classes you’ll take a chunk of wood and get well on your way to creating a usable kitchen utensil and […]
Learn all about your home wiring in this 3 week series!October Date:This is a 3 week class running on consecutive Thursday nights. It will meet from 6-9pm on Oct 10, 17, and 24. Our Intro to Electrical class is designed for the diy-minded apartment dweller or homeowner. We’ll cover basic electrical work that most people […]
Make It Take It: 1 Day Mixed Hardwood Cutting BoardThis cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood!MAKE IT! This cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood. Students will start with a pre-glued mixed hard wood board. Students will leave with a beautiful finished piece and […]
Get to know one of the most versatile woodworking tools - the router! We'll cover edge profiles, creating grooves and flush trimming.The humble router is a surprisingly versatile woodworking tool! This class covers its most common uses. Students will practice creating edge profiles with a table router, carving grooves with a plunge router and flush […]
Learn all about your bathroom and kitchen plumbing systems in this 3 week series!October Date:This is a 3 week class running on consecutive Saturday afternoons. It will meet from 2:30-5:30pm on Oct 12, 19, and 26. ‘This course is designed for the aspiring DIYer who wants to be comfortable doing their own plumbing work outside […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
Learn about the basic power tools you can use to make your dream woodworking projects a reality.Do you have power tools in your garage or storage unit you aren’t sure how to use? Do you need a safety refresher before you start that next project? If so, this workshop is for you.We’ll cover how to […]
Come try the ultimate upcycle! Make a loom from an old yard sign and use it to turn fabric and yarn scraps into art or home decor.In this introductory class we’ll cover how to create your own loom by reusing old corrugated plastic yard signs and weave art or household items from a variety of […]
This cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood!MAKE IT! This cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood. Students will leave with a beautiful finished piece and get the opportunity to use a router, drill press, and orbital sander to shape their cutting boards. Lastly we […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
Come make Halloween Crafts with Rebuilding Exchange Evanston then enjoy a scavenger hunt through the warehouse.Drop-in between 1-3pm for sustainable spookiness at the Rebuilding Exchange Evanston! We'll be creating Halloween decorations out of reclaimed materials. When you're done crafting the fun will continue as you search the warehouse for treats in a trick-or-treat scavenger hunt.LOGISTICSPlease […]
Get creative and have fun with warehouse scraps!Join other makers for a night of fun and creativity! A "Scraptacular" is a free building event where participants choose from warehouse donation scraps of wood, metal, tile, glass and more to create whatever the materials inspire. We will have a selection of wire, string, hammers, nails and […]
Take a deep dive into the table saw. Learn cross cuts, rip cuts, dados, jig making and more.Table saws are an essential woodworking tool. They produce cuts that aren’t easily achieved with other saw types. They are also the tool that inspires the most fear in beginners. This class is for beginners and experienced tool […]
In this workshop you will select, plan, and construct your own bench from reclaimed wood.From the garden to the garage to the dining room, benches are the ultimate utility furniture. In this workshop you will construct your own bench from reclaimed wood. The instructor will guide you through all things safety related so you can […]
In this workshop, you will learn basic woodworking skills while constructing a serving tray out of reclaimed wood and hardware.Join us for an RX Workshop favorite and make your own unique reclaimed wood serving tray!In this workshop, you will learn basic woodworking skills while constructing a serving tray out of reclaimed wood and drawer pulls/cabinet […]
In this workshop you will select, plan, and construct your own bench from reclaimed wood.Brag to your friends Nick Offerman has nothing on you. In this workshop you will construct your own bench from reclaimed wood. The instructor will guide you through all things safety related so you can confidently build your bench and develop […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
Continue your beginning woodworking journey and learn how to read plans/drawings for a build, mill wood and use basic joinery.September Date:This is a 6 week class running on consecutive Tuesday nights. It will meet from 5:30-8:30pm on Sept 10, 17, 24, Oct 1, 8, and 15.October Date (***This series contains a skipped week):This is a […]
Have a favorite lamp or fixture that stopped working? Come learn how to bring it back to life.Want to reuse those light fixtures but aren't sure if they're safe? Light fixtures often come with frayed, cracked, and/or missing wiring which may present an unsafe or inoperable installation. In this hands-on how-to workshop you will learn […]
This cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood!MAKE IT! This cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood. Students will leave with a beautiful finished piece and get the opportunity to use a router, drill press, and orbital sander to shape their cutting boards. Lastly we […]
Learn how to use basic power tools in our beginner tools workshop!Do you have power tools in your garage or storage unit you aren’t sure how to use? Do you need a safety refresher before you start that next project? If so, this workshop is for you.We’ll cover how to safely operate 6 common power […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
