Stop by the Makerspace during open hours to create the monthly drop-in project! All materials and instructions are provided for this self-guided activity. A new project is featured every month and no registration is required.
The Drop-in Project is unavailable during pre-scheduled programming. The Makerspace will be closed 30 minutes prior to a program as well as 30 minutes afterwards to allow for setup/takedown. Check the calendar of events to ensure availability for the Drop-in Project or call us at 847-458-6060 option 7.
December Drop-In Special: New Project Every Week!
We’ve reached the end of another year, so the Makerspace is doing something special to celebrate. We have FOUR unique drop-in crafts this month! Check our schedule below, and remember: the Makerspace is closed on Mondays, and the library is […]
November Drop-In: Stovetop Potpourri
Tired of canned air fresheners? The Makerspace has you covered! Decorate a jar and fill it with a mixture of dry fruits and spices. Then, simmer in a pan to make your house smell fresh and natural (like fall!). This […]
October Drop-In: Felt Pouch
BOO! It’s a new Drop-In! Make this soft, fall-themed felt pouch to store your odds and ends in. No sewing required! You can hide some of your Halloween candy in there for a sneaky snack or take your self-care supplies […]
September Drop-In: Heishe Bead Bracelets
September is here already? Time for a new drop-in project! Heishi (pronounced “hee-shee”), from the Santo Domingo Pueblo word meaning “shell,” traditionally refers to beads made of shell or polished stone. Our drop-in this month provides the materials and instructions […]
August Drop-In: Mini Zen Garden
It’s August already? No worries! We have a new drop-in that is perfect for this chaotic time of year. Originally created in Japan as a place of meditation for Buddhist monks, Zen gardens are a place for tranquility and reflection. […]