Begin your woodworking journey with this 6-week class that covers the basics from identifying wood through constructing a simple project.January Date:This is a 6 week class running on consecutive Tuesday nights. It will meet from 6:30-9:30pm on Jan 2, Jan 9, Jan 16, Jan 23, Jan 30, and Feb 6.February Date:This is a 6 week […]
Have a favorite lamp or fixture that stopped working? Come learn how to bring it back to life.Want to reuse those light fixtures but aren't sure if they're safe? Light fixtures often come with frayed, cracked, and/or missing wiring which may present an unsafe or inoperable installation. In this hands-on how-to workshop you will learn […]
Learn how to use basic power tools in our beginner tools workshop!Do you have power tools in your garage or storage unit you aren’t sure how to use? Do you need a safety refresher before you start that next project? If so, this workshop is for you.We’ll cover how to safely operate 6 common power […]
Learn intermediate woodworking skills by building a frame in this 3 part series!Schedule: This is a 3 part series. There is exactly one week in between each session; the same time and day of the week (ex: Saturdays at 10:30am)January dates: Jan 6, 13, & 20 at 2:30-5pmIn this three-day workshop, participants will bring an […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
Make something out of reclaimed glass!Come get a taste of stained glass making in this introductory class. We’ll use reclaimed glass and tile to create light catchers, pendants or ornaments, whatever you choose. Students will learn how to cut and join stained glass together using the copper foil method.Tools and materials will be provided.Workshop Policies: […]
Learn all about your bathroom and kitchen plumbing systems in this 3 week series!This is a 3-session class that meets on consecutive weeks (the sessions are exactly one week from the previous session at the same time, ex: Saturdays at 10:30am).January dates: Jan 10, 17, & 24 at 6:30-9:30pm‘This course is designed for the aspiring […]
Introduce your child to woodworking through this 4 week beginner series!EVANSTON Fall 2023/Winter 2024 Class Dates:Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30 *No class Nov 23Jan. 11, 18, 25, Feb 1In this 4- week class, Beginning Woodworking students will learn the fundamentals of woodworking through hands-on workshop projects. Students will be taught how to identify and understand […]
Start your furniture designing journey!Part 1, Furniture Design, is 4 sessions and will be held on January 11, 18, 25 & February 1, 2024.Part 2, Furniture Build, is 4 sessions and participants will choose ONE section. Section ONE will be held February 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 6:00-9:00pm. Section TWO will be held February […]
Make a boot jack with your grade schooler!A boot jack is a simple and surprisingly handy contraption that helps you slip your boots off with ease. In this Family Build we'll use a hand saw, sanding block and drill to build a boot jack that you can then stain or paint however you like.1 ticket […]
This cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood!MAKE IT! This cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood. Students will leave with a beautiful finished piece and get the opportunity to use a router, drill press, and orbital sander to shape their cutting boards. Lastly we […]
Learn all about your home wiring in this 3 week series!This is a 3-session class that meets on consecutive weeks (the sessions are exactly one week from the previous session at the same time, ex: Saturdays at 10:30am).Our Intro to Electrical class is designed for the diy-minded apartment dweller or homeowner. We’ll cover basic electrical […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
Come learn basic mosaic techniques using reclaimed materials.THIS IS A 2 DAY CLASS on Jan. 12 AND Jan. 19, 2024 from 2:00pm-4:30pmHave fun and be creative in the Rebuilding Exchange Community Mosaic Class. We will be creating mosaic pieces from our own supply of tiles and surfaces. Create your own design, make it bold and […]
Learn how to repair stained glass!There is a lot of great stained glass in the city of Chicago. In time, many of those pieces will encounter some damage. Big or small, one cracked piece or a total lack of structure, we will explore how to identify a window worth saving, what makes stained glass valuable, […]
Become a Rebuilding Exchange volunteer and attend our volunteer orientation!Do you like us? Like, like us like us? Then volunteer with us! If you are interested in volunteering with amazing people that are passionate about reuse and educating our community, come to our volunteer orientation! Why We Need YouWe are a small but mighty team of […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
Learn intermediate woodworking skills by building a bench in this 4 part series!Schedule: This is a 4 part series. There is exactly one week in between each session; the same time and day of the week (ex: Saturdays at 10:30am)January dates: Jan 27, Feb 3, Feb 10, & Feb 17 at 10:30am-1:30pm.Are you interested in […]
Repurpose old windows by painting!Repurpose old windows and take a painting home with artist Jared Haberman! Jared has been creating beautiful window paintings for years with his stencil and spray paint method and giving old and forgotten windows a second life. In this workshop you will pick an old window, choose a simple stenciled image […]
Use salvaged mirrors and reclaimed wood to make your own custom mirror frame!The only thing better than looking at yourself, is admiring yourself in a mirror made from your own hands. Be conceited and use the cause of reuse to admire yourself. In this class you will select, plan, and assemble salvaged mirrors and reclaimed […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
Become a Rebuilding Exchange volunteer and attend our volunteer orientation!Do you like us? Like, like us like us? Then volunteer with us! If you are interested in volunteering with amazing people that are passionate about reuse and educating our community, come to our volunteer orientation! Why We Need YouWe are a small but mighty team of […]
Learn how to hang things on your wall!Adding pictures or artwork to your wall is one of the easiest ways to make an apartment or new home feel lived in. There’s no need to hire a handyman for this simple home improvement - you can do it yourself! Join our Home Improvement Expert, Dean, in […]
Make It Take It: 1 Day Mixed Hardwood Cutting BoardThis cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood!MAKE IT! This cutting board project is the perfect introduction to working with hard wood. Students will start with a pre-glued mixed hard wood board. Students will leave with a beautiful finished piece and […]
Make something out of reclaimed glass!Come get a taste of stained glass making in this introductory class. We’ll use reclaimed glass and tile to create light catchers, pendants or ornaments, whatever you choose. Students will learn how to cut and join stained glass together using the copper foil method.Tools and materials will be provided.Workshop Policies: […]
Have a project in mind but don't have the tools or space to build it on your own? Come build it with us! Memberships now available!STARTING DECEMBER 3RD 2023Our Open Shop hours are changing to 12:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday in Chicago (no cancellations)!***If you are attending Open Shop for the first time, you are required to […]
