Have you heard of Blue Heart? They’re a rad non-profit that promotes, elevates, and distributes funds to grassroots community-based organizations like Ace Makerspace. In August 2022 we were honored as …
Greg’s Laser-Cut Plywood and LED Stage Build
This summer, I had the opportunity to design and build one of the stages for a small annual festival. I’d just returned from a 3-week bike tour through Portugal and …
3D Printing Flexi Rose Dragons with Rene from Mischief Manor Makers
Ace Maker, Rene runs a small family business called Mischief Manor Makers that sells handmade goods both online and at local (and sometimes not so local) events like Folsom Street …
The Solano Human Project – Stephen’s Homebrew Alternate Reality Game
Ace Member, Stephen had a major birthday coming up and decided to get his family together to play an epic Alternate Reality Game (ARG) inspired by the Jejune Institute – …
Test Driving the Mid-Arm Free Motion Sewing Machine
Ace Makerspace recently received a generous donation of a PFAFF Mid-Arm Free Motion Sewing Machine— unlike a standard sewing machine, the mid-arm doesn’t have a feed dog (a mechanism that …
Knit Blocking With Pixie
It all started when Pixie’s college friend asked her to knit him a glamourous rainbow shawl for his wedding! They selected a pattern to serve as a starting point, planned …
Designing a CNC Program for Everyone
We love building kick-ass programs at Ace Makerspace, and this past year we had a special opportunity to apply our innovative, collaborative approach to program development to a much-needed community …
Seeking Textiles Inspiration at Stonemountain
We’ll never pass up an opportunity to frolic with giddy abandon at Stonemountain & Daughter Fabrics! It’s a magical place teaming with vibrant fabrics, notions, and specialty sewing supplies. We …
Terry Stitcher’s Epic Year of Quilting
Terry’s been sewing most of her life, but until last spring (2022) had never tried quilting. Now, one year later, she’s made 13 quilt tops and counting! When you ask …
Martin’s Deep Pour Epoxy Resin Coffee Table Project
Martin has loads of furniture making experience, but this deep pour resin technique was totally new for him… The idea for the project came from Martin’s friends who spotted a sleek resin …