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Walk through some medicinal plants and their benefits and the growing conditions they require with Cassidy Moss.Walk through some medicinal plants and their benefits and the growing conditions they require. Instructor Cassidy Moss will help you work through your individual growing conditions, spaces, soil, light + the herbs you are interested in using with some […]

Learn how to use our 3D printer and about 3D modeling. 3D Printer Orientation is necessary to use our in-house Prusa MK3S+ 3D printer.Learn how to find, prepare, and print 3D models on our Prusa MK3S+ 3D printer! No previous knowledge is required. This class will cover where to source 3D models online, how to […]

Learn basic safety of our workshop tools. Workshop orientation is necessary to use our workshop during our shop hours.Sign up for a workshop orientation class to learn the basic safety of the tools that we have in our workshop and in order to use the workshop during our shop hours. Email us at shopstewards@seattlereconomy.org if […]

Your projects will become a lot easier after learning the foundations of power tools.Learn how to safely and confidently operate many of the most commonly borrowed hand power tools at Seattle Reconomy. Participants will receive hands-on training and plenty of practice using common power hand tools. The class will cover drills and drivers, circular saws, […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Work with a bike shack volunteer to learn how to tune up your bicycle!Spend an evening at the Shoreline Tool Library learning the basics of maintaining your bike. Bring your own bike and learn from hands-on experience by addressing your specific needs, such as gear, brake, and bearing adjustments, wheel truing and bike fit. You’ll […]

Sharp tools get the job done, and Joel is going to help you get there. He'll also answer questions about which tools are right for the job.This tool sharpening class is taught by Joel Gregory, one of the founding members of the NE Seattle Tool Library. He'll show you how to sharpen a variety of […]

Learn basic safety of our workshop tools. Workshop orientation is necessary to use our workshop during our shop hours.Sign up for a workshop orientation class to learn the basic safety of the tools that we have in our workshop and in order to use the workshop during our shop hours. Email us at shopstewards@seattlereconomy.org if […]

Get a head start on gardening and skip the seed starts because you'll be making your own!In this class, we'll work together to start vegetables, flowers, and herbs from seed. By pooling our resources we can check this task off of our garden chore list, rather than waiting too long and, yet again, buying plant […]

You'll learn basic safety of our workshop tools so you can utilize our Workshop Open Hours and go home with a walnut cutting board!Learn the skills to create a custom walnut cutting board, while building confidence with woodworking tools. All members will go home with a completed cutting board, as well as get credit for […]

Learn how to use our 3D printer. 3D Printer Orientation is necessary to use our in-house Prusa MK3S+ 3D printer.Learn how to find, prepare, and print 3D models on our Prusa MK3S+ 3D printer! No previous knowledge is required. This class will cover where to source 3D models online, how to slice files using Prusa […]

Bring by your broken household items for a night of fixing and community building at the Shoreline Tool Library!It's time to start collecting all those items around the house that need to be fixed but you don't know how. We are having a fixing night at the new Shoreline Tool Library. We will help you […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Get a head start on gardening and skip the seed starts because you'll be making your own!In this class, we'll work together to start vegetables, flowers, and herbs from seed. By pooling our resources we can check this task off of our garden chore list, rather than waiting too long and, yet again, buying plant […]

Spring is the perfect time to buy a bike, so we'll go over all of the things you'll want to keep in mind when you're buying a used bike!Spring is the best time to look for used bicycles. André and Nancy will teach you how to determine if a bike fits, how to make sure […]

Learn how to use a sewing machine to install zippers of all different kinds!In this class, students will learn how to use a sewing machine to install a zipper. We will focus on (and practice!) basic zipper installations using acrylic coil zippers. We will also discuss more complex applications such as invisible zips, metal zippers, […]

Learn how to turn your backyard into your dream garden from Susan Gregory, who has over 12 years of landscape design experience.We’ll cover the aspects to consider when dreaming of turning your outdoor spaces into more productive, beautiful and functional places to be. Topics like screening, paths and patios, irrigation, lighting, plant selection, edible landscapes, […]

You'll be able to walk into a lumberyard or store and confidently choose the right materials for your next woodworking project!In this class, you’ll learn:How to identify different types of wood, including hardwoods (like oak, maple, and walnut), softwoods (like pine and cedar), and different types of sheet goods (plywoods, particle board, mdf.)Considerations for wood […]

Work with a bike shack volunteer to learn how to tune up your bicycle!Spend an evening at the NE Seattle Tool Library learning the basics of maintaining your bike. Bring your own bike and learn from hands-on experience by addressing your specific needs, such as gear, brake, and bearing adjustments, wheel truing and bike fit. […]

Sign up for time in the workshop here! Reminder: You must take the Workshop Orientation class before using open hoursCome in to our workshop to work on wood projects and get guidance on your woodworking. Once you have completed the workshop orientation you may sign up for open shop hours!We charge a $15 fee to […]

Come join us for our Monthly Volunteer Training where you'll learn new skills and meet other awesome volunteers!Monthly Volunteer TrainingCome join us for our Monthly Volunteer Training at the Shoreline Tool Library! This is a great opportunity to learn more about how you can get involved and help out at the tool library. Whether you're […]

This is a hands-on working/learning class where you can apply your learned experiences to your own home.We are hopefully going to make the building a more comfortable warehouse. We'll start with some theory and testing to see what we are dealing with. Along the way, the students will gain new ways of looking at buildings […]

It's a 2-in-1, you get sewing skills and a potholder!Learn how to sew on a sewing machine and make a potholder perfect for a gift! No previous sewing experience is required. All tools and supplies will be provided. This will be a beginner-friendly class to learn the basics of machine sewing where you get the […]

Take the first steps in designing your ideal backyard with Susan Gregory, who has over 12 years of landscape design experience.In this class, we’ll start to sketch out your space and brainstorm ideas for how to begin. As we work through each person's project, we'll learn more about design principles and ways to create a […]

Take the first steps in designing your ideal backyard with Susan Gregory, who has over 12 years of landscape design experience.In this class, we’ll start to sketch out your space and brainstorm ideas for how to begin. As we work through each person's project, we'll learn more about design principles and ways to create a […]

This is an optional workshop for those signed up for Birds Connect Seattle's Cavity Nesters to Enjoy at Home 2025 online class. Registration can be completed on their website, but the information for their class and the optional class are provided below. Class: location coming soon, March 26, 2025 7:00-8:30 p.m. Optional Workshop: April 5 […]

Learn some basics of home maintenance with Carl Menconi.Carl will address common household maintenance issues with ready-to-use solutions. The focus of this class will be repairs/improvements, but there will also be some explanation on general fixing.Please note that this class may be filmed for future teaching purposes, and participants may be included in footage. If […]