Clear Creek Makerspace

Clear Creek Makerspace Safety Orientation

Thu, Aug 27 · 5:30 PM MDT

Clear Creek Makerspace, 9110 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO, US

Ready to use equipment on your own at CCM? In SAF101, we'll cover the key safety rules that unlock your 24/7 access to the makerspace!

👉 Sign up for Clear Creek Makerspace Safety Orientation

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It's important to us that you enter and leave the makerspace with the same number of fingers and toes that you entered with. That's why every CCM member, no matter their prior experience, needs to attend SAF101: Basic Safety in the Clear Creek Makerspace before using any equipment on their own.
This mandatory course lays the foundation for a safe and successful experience, guiding you through our comprehensive safety protocols, policies, and the exciting array of equipment available to unleash your potential.
Over the 60-minute workshop, you'll learn key facts like:

• not everything's a hammer
• where it's acceptable to crunch on those crumbly granola bars, and
• how to avoid violating the Geneva Convention

After SAF101, you'll receive an automated email inviting you to join the CreateEd program, our one-stop-shop for tracking your training progress and reserving equipment. No join code needed -- just follow the instructions in the follow-up email after completing SAF101.
You'll use the CreateEd program to track your progress, take quizzes to add courses and equipment access to your portfolio, and reserve approved machines 24/7, 365 days a year.Looking for a Safety Orientation on Monday or Tuesday? Sign up for a class with Tyler!

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You'll need to attend SAF101 before you can use any equipment at CCM. By the end of the course, you should have a firm handle on:
Makerspaces 101

• What makerspaces, makers, and maker culture are
• The mission of Clear Creek Makerspace, and some of our most important policies
• How the CreateEd program works

What you can (and can't) do in a makerspace, including:

• General workshop rules & policies
• Food, drink, and material policies
• Makerspace equipment policies

Makerspace-specific safety rules and emergency procedures, including:

• Marked zones within CCM,
• PPE requirements in those zones, and
• How to interpret safety cards and find important info
• Additional safety rules & regulations
• Emergency procedures

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We're excited that you're interested in this workshop and we're glad you found us! That said, this page is NOT the official registration for the class.

To officially save your spot, please make sure you finish signing up through the link below. If you don't, we won't be able to hold a spot for you, even if you've RSVP'd here.

If you're planning to join us, take a moment to complete registration so we know to expect you. We're excited to see what you make at Clear Creek Makerspace!

👉 Sign up for Clear Creek Makerspace Safety Orientation

Aluminum TIG Welding for Beginners

Fri, Aug 28 · 6:00 PM MDT

Clear Creek Makerspace, 9110 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO, US

Ready to add some serious shine to your metalworking skills? Join me for a 3 hour in-depth, intensive workshop for Aluminum TIG Welding!

👉 Sign up for Aluminum TIG Welding for Beginners

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NO PREREQUISITE REQUIRED
This is SHOP 162, and while I highly recommend you take the SHOP 160 steel and SHOP 161 stainless classes, this class does not require a prerequisite. All my welding classes are made to accomodate beginners.
Having said that, aluminum welding is much more difficult than carbon steel and stainless, so expect a challenging class if coming in cold.
In this class, you’ll be introduced to the art of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, or GTAW. You'll be walked through the machine, its settings and capabilities, as well as proper safety. Students will practice using both hands in sync to get the perfect rythm for achieving clean, solid welds.
Each student will recieve 1/4" aluminum coupons they will tack into a formation with 4 of the major welding joints, the Fillet, Lap, Butt, and Corner Joints, to expose you to the most common joints in metal fabrication.
Students will rotate between 2-3 different machines to learn the nuances between models and foot pedal types, as well as the difference between an air cooled welding machine and a water cooled welding machine.
With the fine control of TIG welding you'll have the power to create sleek, strong and clean welds on aluminum!
By the end of this class, you’ll walk away with newfound skills, a cool practice piece to take home, and the confidence to take on your next welding adventure.

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As part of the SHOP162 course, you'll learn:

• The fundamentals of TIG welding (from settings to technique)
• Safety tips for a smooth, safe welding experience
• Why aluminum requires AC and a compatible machine to weld
• How to use Balance to control the cleaning action of the AC
• How to properly prepare aluminum to weld
• Why it seems like aluminum hates you and doesn't want to be welded
• The 4 major joints designs and techniques

Grab your gloves, ignite your imagination, and let’s spark some creativity together! Whether you're building functional pieces or just enjoying the art of welding, Clear Creek Makerspace is the place to light up your potential. Let’s weld! 🔥
Spaces are limited, so sign up today and let the sparks fly!

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We're excited that you're interested in this workshop and we're glad you found us! That said, this page is NOT the official registration for the class.

To officially save your spot, please make sure you finish signing up through the link below. If you don't, we won't be able to hold a spot for you, even if you've RSVP'd here.

If you're planning to join us, take a moment to complete registration so we know to expect you. We're excited to see what you make at Clear Creek Makerspace!

👉 Sign up for Aluminum TIG Welding for Beginners

DIY Workshop: Hand Carved Wooden Flowers

Sat, Aug 29 · 9:00 AM MDT

Clear Creek Makerspace, 9110 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO, US

Want a flower that can last (almost) forever? This class will guide you through a relief carving of a flower in basswood.

👉 Sign up for DIY Workshop: Hand Carved Wooden Flowers

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You will gain familiarity with hand carving tools, the types of cuts possible with each tool, how to achieve depth in the design, and how to sculpt wood using a reductive method. This art form is relaxing and satisfying - come watch your design come to life with each bit of wood you carve away. This class is designed for beginners, no prior wood carving experience is necessary. All materials are provided and you will take home your flower carving.

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As a part of the course, you’ll learn:

• Which wood species are best for hand carving
• How to transfer a design from paper to wood
• How to use hand carving tools (chip carving knife and #5 Gouge) to create a relief of a flower
• A variety of cuts & techniques for each tool
• Strategies for how to achieve depth in your design
• How to approach a reductive method of sculpting
• Guidance on where to buy tools if you choose to continue your wood carving journey

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We're excited that you're interested in this workshop and we're glad you found us! That said, this page is NOT the official registration for the class.

To officially save your spot, please make sure you finish signing up through the link below. If you don't, we won't be able to hold a spot for you, even if you've RSVP'd here.

If you're planning to join us, take a moment to complete registration so we know to expect you. We're excited to see what you make at Clear Creek Makerspace!

👉 Sign up for DIY Workshop: Hand Carved Wooden Flowers

Intro to Watercolor: Learning the Basics

Sat, Aug 29 · 10:00 AM MDT

Clear Creek Makerspace, 9110 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO, US

Come learn and practice basic watercolor techniques with Robin!

👉 Sign up for Intro to Watercolor: Learning the Basics

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Learn How to Watercolor
Learn the basics of watercolor painting with Robin! Watercolor can be a challenging medium to learn. This is a beginner level painting class that will cover simple but powerful techniques to use in your watercolors in a fun and supportive environment. By the end of class, you’ll have your own painting ready to go home with you. All materials included! This class is recommended as an optional prerequisite for future watercolor classes, as you will be more comfortable with the techniques and materials involved.

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As part of the watercolor class, you will learn:

History of Watercolor

• Learn where watercolor comes from
• Why you should choose watercolor

Basic Techniques

• About materials and how to care for them
• How to get comfortable with your brushes
• Foundational techniques such as wet-into-wet, flat washes and graded washes
• Fun techniques like salt and alchohol to add exciting textures to your paintings
• Tips on how to approach difficult compositions

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We're excited that you're interested in this workshop and we're glad you found us! That said, this page is NOT the official registration for the class.

To officially save your spot, please make sure you finish signing up through the link below. If you don't, we won't be able to hold a spot for you, even if you've RSVP'd here.

If you're planning to join us, take a moment to complete registration so we know to expect you. We're excited to see what you make at Clear Creek Makerspace!

👉 Sign up for Intro to Watercolor: Learning the Basics