What is it? CSCS, or Construction Skills Certification Scheme, cards provide proof that you have relevant and appropriate training and qualifications for working on construction sites. Although it is not a legal requirement, it is becoming increasingly important to gain
Virtual Repair Cafe
What is a repair café? Repair Cafés offer you the ability to learn how to fix toys or furniture that have broken or are in need of repair. Usually these are ran in person, however we are now launching a
Kev’s Corner
What is Kev’s corner? Kev’s corner is a live information session to give you tips and tricks straight from the trade. Helping to support you to learn new practical skills in carpentry, painting and decorating and DIY; learning what tools
Getting started with DIY
What can it be used for? There are some jobs you would be best to pull in the professionals to do but not all jobs around the home need it. Our getting started with DIY, also known as Do it
Getting Started with Digital Fabrication
What is Digital Fabrication? Digital Fabrication is the process of using a computer controlled machine to produce a specific design that has been created through using computer aided design – or CAD. The machine can cut, draw, burn or print
New Year = New Learning Opportunities
As we find ourselves back into lockdown, don’t let this stop you from learning some new skills. Kick start the new year with us by joining our online learning sessions covering different areas of Digital Fabrication, Upcycling, carpentry and DIY.
FabLab manufactures protective equipment for NHS staff
Coventry University’s FabLab is manufacturing straps for facemasks to make them more comfortable for frontline NHS staff to wear during the COVID-19 pandemic. As they are currently unable to welcome people to their site in Coventry’s City Arcade, the team has also
Learn2 Vinyl Cut
What will you be doing on this workshop? Following a tailor designed workshop, you will be guided through how to:1: Understand how to prepare files for importing onto our vinyl cutter2: Learn about the different ways to use the vinyl
Learn2 Laser Cut
What will you be doing on this workshop? Following a tailor designed workshop, you will be guided through how to:1: Understand how to prepare files for importing onto our laser cutter2: Learn about the different ways to use the laser
Learn2 3D Print
What will you be doing on this workshop? Following a tailor designed workshop, you will be guided through how to:1: Understand how to prepare files for importing onto our laser cutter2: Learn about the different ways to use the laser