Today marks FabLab Coventry’s 4th Birthday. From small beginnings, we have already come so far. Further evolving, driven by changes and opportunities directly from our community. From day 1, FabLab Coventry has sought to be a community space, designed for
Exceed in Coventry – Participant Story
Overview S joined our Exceed in Coventry, European Social Funded, project due to their high interest in digital fabrication technologies, specifically 3D printing. Having a 3D printer in their home, they were keen to learn additional skills to help improve
Collaborate to Train – Escape Live
Overview Escape Live, originally opened their doors in Birmingham, roughly 5 years ago. Since then, they have expanded in size opening an additional four sites across the West Midlands and the South East, however their development of further new game
Collaborate to Train – Purdy’s Pet Shop
Overview Purdy’s Pet Shop, a new, community-orientated shop specialising in pet food and accessories, approached FabLab Coventry to help them develop environmentally sustainable packaging. The process of design and development mediated between FabLab volunteers and the proprietor led to a
Collaborate to Train – Sarnies
Overview Sarnies, a local Coventry catering entity, was one of the first companies to engage with the Collaborate to Train (CTT) project. They had multiple project ideas, however were initially struggling to decide which project was most valuable to the
Collaborate to Train – Vertifex
Overview Vertifex are a local company specialising in using innovative cutting edge, computer aided design and digital fabrication technology, delivering visual solutions to realise concepts, tools and final products. Up against time to deliver high quality prints to manufacturers, Vertifex
Collaborate to Train – Takeo
Overview Michael Takeo Magruder, is an international recognised visual artist, with over 20 years industry experience, showcased in over 280 exhibitions in 35 countries. In line with his latest and most recent commission at The British Library, Michael approached FabLab
Collaborate to Train – Sponnie
Overview: Upon hearing about the Collaborate to Train (CTT) project, a local Artist, Mary Courtney, approached the FabLab to create a mechanical fish as part of her submission to the “Spon Spun” local arts festival in 2018. FabLab volunteer and
Learn how to upcycle old material into a practical and creative face mask
For this installment of Learn With Us, you will be guided through how to create a personalised face mask out of old material to help provide you with a little more comfort whilst out and about during this time. To
Follow our guide on the best steps to take for painting and decorating your own home
For this installment of Learn With Us, we will guide you through the different steps you need to take to complete simple painting tasks around your home. Depending on what the task you want to complete will depend on the