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Makerspace Resource Guide: DIY/Crafts

5-Minute Craft Ideas


Published on December 20, 2017
This collection of 5-minute crafts from decorations to useful household hacks.


Source: 5-Minute Crafts on YouTube

Published on February 18, 2018
This collection of 5-minute crafts from decorations to useful household hacks.


Source: 5-Minute Crafts on YouTube

3D Pen


Published on January 13, 2015
This MAKE tutorial offers an overview of 3D pens.


Source: MAKE on YouTube

Published on December 24, 2016
This MYNT3D tutorial explains how to get started with the 3D pen.


Source: MYNT3D on Vimeo

Published on January 11, 2018
This tutorial demonstrates how to store the MYNT3D 3D pen after use.


Source: MYNT3D on YouTube

Published on December 14, 2017
This MYNT3D tutorials explains how to troubleshoot common 3D pen issues.
NOTE: Please consult library staff member about 3D Pen issues. Do no attempt repairs yourself!


Source: MYTN3D on YouTube

Published on December 28, 2017
This MYNT3D tutorials explains how to repair common 3D pen issues.
NOTE: Please consult library staff member about 3D Pen issues. Do no attempt repairs yourself!


Source: MYTN3D on YouTube

Craft Tutorial Links

DIY Lapel Buttons - UBERBUTTONS provides an overview of a variety of techniques and materials that can be used to make DIY lapel buttons. 

Make Your Own Slime - Learn how to make slime with different textures and materials.  

Macrame Knots - This tutorial introduces the basic knots needed to get started with macrame. Macrame is a craft that involves knotting string or yarn to create functional or decorative items. 

Paper Art - Get inspired by various artists using paper. This blog post by Creative Bloq will give you many new ways to look at paper as an art medium beyond basic origami projects. 

10 Shrinky Dink Tutorials - Dear Handmade Life is an online community of crafters. This list of tutorials is great for beginners and has projects ranging fom buttons to handmade jewelry. 

Leather Wallet Tutorial - The Art of Manliness offers a detailed tutorial that shows how to make a basic leather wallet from start to finish. Learn beginner leatherworking skills while completing this fun project!

Foil Embossing - Learn two different techniques for foil embossing. This tutorial can be used to make a variety of project from original artwork to fancy greeting cards. 

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