Upcoming Workshops
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Events and Workshops
Calendar
Knapp sometimes hosts classes, workshops, and other events! If you're wondering if the space is available, check the calendar below. Most classes and workshops only use part of the space; unused computers/resources are still open for community use while events are taking place.
Past Events
Here you can see a list of past events held in or hosted by the Knapp Media and Technology Center.
If you are interested in learning more about the subject matter of a workshop in this list, reach out to knappmedia@wellesley.edu
Beginner Electronics: Bottle Cap Glow Light (Spring '23)
Learn how use a battery and a bottle cap to create your own tiny night light!
Friday, April 28th
3pm
Intro to Quilting (Spring '23)
Learn basic quilting patterns and make your own quilted coaster! Experience using a sewing machine recommended.
Tuesday, April 25th
7pm
Pillowcase Princess (Spring '23)
Make a pillowcase and learn beginner sewing skills like measuring and cutting, stitching straight seams, and more.
Thursday, March 16th
3pm
Registration required!
Tascam, Tascam’t (Spring '23)
Want to improve your podcast? Get into ASMR? Interview a celeb? Learn how to use the Tascams available via the Knapp Equipment Desk!
Tuesday, March 14th
3:30pm
aHem: Button Edition (Spring '23)
Learn how to sew on a button, how to make buttonholes, and more in the Button Edition of aHem!
Wednesday, March 8th
7pm
ZineDesign (Spring '23)
Create a no-staple zine in Adobe InDesign. Learn how to adjust page layouts, use Linked Content, and more.
Tuesday, March 7th
3:30pm
Registration required!
DUPE: aesthetic photo frame (Spring '23)
Learn how to design your own photo frame in Tinkercad, a beginner-friendly 3D modeling program.
Thursday, March 2nd
3:30pm
Registration required!
cheap spam (Spring '23)
Learn how to create posters and custom graphics without expensive software.
Tuesday, Feb 28th
3:30-4:30pm
Intro to Blender (Spring '23)
Learn basic 3D modeling skills for 3D printing, virtual reality, and more!
Friday, Feb 24th
6pm
Make a Friend (Spring '23)
Learn beginner sewing skills and make your very own stuffed animal.
Thursday, Feb 16th
3-4pm
aHem: Pants Edition (Spring '23)
Keep the mud and snow off your pants by learning beginner sewing skills like hemming.
Wednesday, Feb 8th
6-7pm
3D Printed Bouquet (Spring '23)
Learn how to use Tinkercad, a beginner-friendly 3D modeling program, to design your own Lego-style flowers — then 3D print and gift to your Valentine!
Tuesday, February 7th
3:30-4:30pm
cheap spam (Fall '22)
Wednesday, November 30th from 6-8pm
Want more control over your creative process when making spam? But you're too broke/intimidated to buy Adobe Illustrator? Learn how to use the same features on free software!
All you need is a laptop that runs PowerPoint or Keynote.
Do you have a specific event or workshop in mind? You can request it here or email knappmedia@wellesley.edu.
aHem: Simple Alterations Workshop (Fall '22)
6pm on Tuesday, November 8th
Intro to 3D Modeling in Blender (Fall '22)
6:30-8pm on Tuesday, November 1st
Knapp Makerspace Open House (Fall '22)
3-6pm on Wednesday, October 26th
- Get help with your Halloween costume!
- 3D print a spooky scary keychain!
- Make your own Halloween decorations!
- Explore virtual reality!
