Author: Christine Hill

  • Generator Launches BIPOC Scholarship

    Generator Launches BIPOC Scholarship

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    Generator, Burlington’s makerspace, launches BIPOC Scholarship

     

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 24, 2021

    Contact: Christine Hill, Communications Manager

     

    BURLINGTON, Vermont: Generator, Burlington’s makerspace, has launched a BIPOC Scholarship to support Black, Indigenous, and People of Color working in the sciences, tech, education, and arts.

    “Systemic racism and discriminatory policies have resulted in BIPOC facing greater obstacles to advancing in the arts, tech, STEM fields, and in pursuing entrepreneurship,” said Executive Director Meg Hammond, “Generator recognizes its responsibility to change this. The BIPOC Scholarship is just one way Generator can help bring more racial parity to who is inventing, designing, making art, and launching businesses in Vermont.”

    Generator is a non-profit makerspace located in Burlington’s South End. The 12,500 square foot shared design and fabrication environment is dedicated to supporting the creative, education and production needs of its members. It offers members access to specialty studios including a wood shop, metal shop, jewelry studio, laser cutters, 3D printers, and other shared tool-sets. The organization also runs art, STEM education, and entrepreneurship-focused programming. Its vibrant, solutions-oriented community includes engineers, artists, craftspeople, entrepreneurs, and creatives.

    Scholarship rewards include two full-year memberships and six half-year memberships to the makerspace. The memberships come with an additional $300 stipend to cover tool trainings at Generator. There are also scholarships available for taking Generator’s tool trainings and classes.

    Scholarship applications are due by April 7th. A selection committee includes Vera Longtoe Sheehan, Director of thee Vermont Abenaki Artist Association; Joe Williams, Managing Director of Champlain College’s Leahy Center for Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity; Elliott Katz, Operations & Facilities Director at Generator; and Meg Hammond, Executive Director at Generator.

    The committee plans to reward scholarships in early May.

    Those interested in applying for Generator’s BIPOC Scholarship can do so here.

    Those who wish to contribute to Generator’s BIPOC Scholarship Fund can do so here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • Love Burlington launches Artist & Makers registry!

    Love Burlington launches Artist & Makers registry!

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    Love Burlington is an initiative of the Burlington’s Business Support team with the goal to amplify the voices of our small businesses and help the community find local places to shop, eat, and experience.

    For example, through Love Burlington’s directories you can find who’s open and who’s offering takeout and delivery city-wide with one-click!

    Now Love Burlington is expanding to include the city’s artists and makers!

    To have a page made for you and your work, complete this form. The city will handle the rest!

    Cool, right? It’s good to be doing business and making art in BTV. ❤️ 🤗[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][nectar_btn size=”jumbo” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”none” margin_top=”40″ margin_bottom=”40″ url=”https://generatorvt.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=da5d63257abef7fa91789edfa&id=2f6d4be548&e=2413847dfa” text=”SUBMIT YOUR LISTING”][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • Meet the 2021 JumpStart Cohort

    Meet the 2021 JumpStart Cohort

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” bottom_padding=”100″ overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]We’re thrilled to kick off 2021 by welcoming these 9 creative and ambitious maker-entrepreneurs to Generator.

    These folks were selected by a panel of business leaders, designers, and manufacturing professionals for the 2021 JumpStart cohort, our business development program organized in partnership with LaunchVT.

    Their ideas are impressive, their prototypes are in-progress, and their dreams are big. Expect big moves from this crew.

    Meet the entrepreneurs below![/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”No Line”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”11113″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11025,11090″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Amanda Hensing, Elevated Studio Works

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “[We’re creating] a series of locally sourced, eco friendly wellness-related products here in Burlington, Vermont. I am and Industrial Designer and Nate Plasha is a woodworker, and we started out first by focusing on designing a meditation bench.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11022,11023″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text] Eliza West, Face Space Masks

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “I make structured fabric face masks that make it easier for you to breathe while talking, singing or exercising.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11028,11018″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Devin Tyman, KindShape

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “Handcrafted wooden toys with a simple timeless design carved from locally harvested wood.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11017″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Gavin Cook, Green Mountain Innovative

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “A quick attach device for a chainsaw that gives a reference point for cutting uniform lengths of wood.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11108,11109,11110,11111″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Winslow Colwell, Winslow Colwell Design

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “I’ve designed a unique folded paper lamp that provides beautiful soft lighting for the home, with variations that include classic white, printed designs, and complex piercing.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11029″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Jonathan Winer

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “This product provides a level of assuredness to parents and caregivers when administering food/medicines by helping to ensure the right individual receives the right item.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”11016″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Kristine Struminsky

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “My product is a functional, stylish, and innovative design of pruning shear holster.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11010,11004″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Meagan Downey, Shikiwrap

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “Stretchy, soft, reusable cloth gift wrap and bags made from recycled plastic based on the Japanese tradition of furoshiki”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”11072″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”600×600″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2/3″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Skylar Bagdon, ChromaJam

    When asked for one sentence describing their business, responded: “ChromaJam (TM) brings the immersive and energetic lighting of a live concert into your home with a customizable, user-friendly smart device that syncs LED lights with your music.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”padding-10-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1612205080664{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}”]

    Jump/Start is made possible with support from

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  • Member Made: Bill’s Custom Candy Hearts

    Member Made: Bill’s Custom Candy Hearts

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611958924841{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]With Valentine’s Day around the corner, it seemed appropriate to share Generator member (and board member!) Bill Gottesman’s laser-engraved candy hearts.

    We’re sharing this from the Showcase — the part of Generator’s online Maker Forum where folks can show off their projects. The Maker Forum is free to join and open to the public!

    In Bill’s words:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611959498889{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]”I use the laser engraver before every Valentine’s Day to make custom conversation hearts for my family.
    For example, in the picture below “Check Mate” and “e4” are a reference to a newfound interest in chess one member had, and “[heart] Roger” was another member’s interest in Roger Federer.”[/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”10957″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611959637361{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]”I buy a box of conversation hearts, file off the stock printing to create a blank canvas, and engrave in the laser using a specially cut template to “register” the hearts properly.”

    [/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”10958″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611959644928{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]”I then use a small fluid writer pen by Kemper to apply thin food coloring to the engraving by capillary action. After it dries I sand off any spills. Then I put them back in the original box and re-glue the top shut.”

    [/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”10965″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611959652317{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]”I once wanted to see how small the laser could engrave, and was able to fit the entire Lord’s Prayer onto a Good ‘n Plenty.”

    [/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”10960″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611959697065{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]”I used a jig to help. I engraved one line at a time, then rotated the candy a little bit to get ready for the next line.”[/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”10961″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611959662517{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]”One more valentine photo, from this past February. Some valentines were images, some were words. All had a personal meaning for the recipients.”[/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”10963″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” bg_color=”#efefef” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”50″ bottom_padding=”50″ overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]

    Inspired?

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    Learn to use Generator’s laser cutters

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    Join Generator and bring your ideas to life.

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  • Welcome our new Membership & Volunteer Coordinator!

    Welcome our new Membership & Volunteer Coordinator!

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  • We’re Hiring: could you be our next Program Coordinator?

    We’re Hiring: could you be our next Program Coordinator?

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Want to empower the next generation of makers, artists, and entrepreneurs by bringing innovative and exciting hands-on programming to our community?

    We’re hiring our next Program Coordinator!

    See below for the full description of the position and application instructions.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]JOB TITLE: Program Coordinator

    REPORTS TO:  Program & Impact Director

    STATUS:  37.5 hrs per week

    PAY RANGE: $18 -$20/hr

    Position is mostly remote with approximately 1-3 in-person days required depending on the week. The position moves to full-time in-person post-COVID. Occasional weeknight and weekend hours required.

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    ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

    Generator is a combination of business incubator, artist studios and classroom at the intersection of art, science, and technology. We provide the tools, expertise, education, and opportunity to enable all members of our community to create, collaborate, and bring ideas to fruition. Generator has over 400 maker-members and our outreach programming engages over 2,000 individuals per year in Burlington, Chittenden County and beyond.

     

    WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN A PROGRAM COORDINATOR?

    Generator seeks a dynamic, organized self-starter capable of providing high-level coordination for Generator’s outreach and educational programs: youth outreach, adults & kids programs, community classes & tool trainings. Coordination will include recruiting and onboarding program instructors; scheduling programs & classrooms; securing materials; and preparing the facility. This position works closely with Program Specialists and the Communication Manager to support the learning needs of the community.

     

    WHAT ARE THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION?

    •  Organize and internally publish an annual production schedule for Generator’s programs to include, but not limited to: community classes, tool trainings, kid’s programs, youth outreach programs, & adult programs.
    • Post public program listings to the website and coordinate the internal space reservations for all programming. (Google Calendar or similar app).
    • Schedule and prioritize program work, coordinate with key team members and oversee daily program activities and operations.
    • Coordinate & publish seasonal Program Instructor recruitment and training schedules to cultivate a team of dedicated instructors that fosters a culture of community safety and cultural ambassadorship for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture at Generator and provides instructors with professional development opportunities.
    • Organize & archive documentation for Partnership Agreements, MOU’s and Contract for Services using shared folders in Google Workspace.
    • Organize and archive documentation of confidential files HR files for Program Instructors.
    • Purchase supplies and monitor program expenditures in alignment with program budgets.

    IMPACT & EVALUATION

    • In coordination with the Program & Impact Director, identify and track participation goals and program metrics to correspond with grant reporting and organizational planning metrics.
    • Work with the Program & Impact Director to review standards in implementation of activities that foster creativity and awareness including various cultural, educational, environmental and social issues.
    • Prepare documentation and metrics for funding requests, grant/sponsorship reporting, quarterly impact reports, and bi-monthly Board reports.
    • Administer program applications and surveys following Generator’s diversity, equity and inclusion promise and necessary grant reporting metrics.

     

    WHAT ARE THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES THAT WOULD HELP SOMEONE SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE?

    • 2+ years experience in program coordinating. 
    • 2+ years experience in administrative support. 
    • Strong attention to detail and organization. 
    • In-depth understanding of Google suite and Jotform. 
    • Interest and/or experience in grant reporting. 
    • Experience in data management. 
    • Excellent written and spoken communication skills. 
    • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. 
    • Ability to organize a daily workload by priorities.
    • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced, rapidly evolving, collaborative team environment.
    • A proactive approach to problem-solving with decision-making skills.

    WHAT BENEFITS ARE THERE?

    • Free Generator membership and tool training as necessary; we are willing to train this person in our specialized equipment so they can provide support to members.
    • Paid Time Off & Health Insurance Package
    • Plenty of opportunity to grow professionally! 

     

    HOW TO APPLY:

    Applications due by February 5th, 2021. Interested applicants are invited to send their:

    1. resume
    2. cover letter
    3. three references

    Please send application materials to [email protected] as PDF files titled using the following format: LastName.Resume.pdf

     

    Generator is committed to building a work community that is inclusive and represents a vibrant diversity of background, experience, perspective and thought. Candidates across all markers of identity (age, race, gender, ability, communication styles, etc.) are highly encouraged to apply.

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  • Member Made: Joe’s Cutting Board & Spoons

    Member Made: Joe’s Cutting Board & Spoons

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1614780087155{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]The holidays always a busy time in the wood shop and this year was no exception.

    Volunteer Member Joe Pasteris completed a wood shop training, laser training, and took a spoon carving class this year. So when the holidays approached, he was fully prepared to make some beautiful handmade gifts.

    Words from Joe:

    The two cooking spoons are cherry and the baby spoon is maple (for my 1-year-old niece), axed out and cut all by hand. The spoons on the left weren’t quite finished when I snapped the photo–they still needed a few finishing cuts and some mineral oil/beeswax.

    Who knew that when I took a spoon-carving class at the Generator back in February with Rob Palmer that I’d be learning the perfect quarantine activity. All you need are an axe, knives, green wood and lots of time to yourself.

    The cutting board is maple, cherry and walnut. I was recently trained on the laser cutter so I used that to add a quick and simple personal touch to the back of the board. And to make a couple quick ornaments.

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    Inspired?

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    Learn to use Generator’s wood shop

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  • Member Made: Grayson’s CNC’d and Epoxy-filled Letters

    Member Made: Grayson’s CNC’d and Epoxy-filled Letters

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611958432336{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]Member Grayson King showed off some recent CNC work he did for the holidays in the Showcase — the part of Generator’s online Maker Forum where folks can show of their projects.

    These are so simple, sweet, and well-made!

    Here’s what Grayson had to say:

    “Had some fun with the CNC router making Xmas gifts for my nieces and nephew… R, B, & Z for River, Bailey, & Zed; with each one’s favorite color in the epoxy dye. :slight_smile:“

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  • VT Makers: Haley Fenn

    VT Makers: Haley Fenn

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611955262421{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]We visited Generator member Haley Fenn at her studio to talk about her jewelry, business, and why being a maker in Burlington (and at Generator) is so special.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/pC1zcVQ8lhI”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611955333454{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]The VT Makers campaign was made possible with support from Northfield Savings Bank.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • VT Makers: Vendor Huts for the BCA Artists Market

    VT Makers: Vendor Huts for the BCA Artists Market

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1611954355024{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”]There are so many things to say about this project:

    • how fun it is to partner with Burlington City Arts
    • how good it feels to support our local artists and craftspeople during this difficult year
    • how good to feels to help create a fun, safe event for our community during these crazy times
    • how cool it was to put our new Laguna CNC router through its paces!
    • how amazing and skilled our community of makers is — so many members chipped in to make this 4-week turnaround possible

    But we’ll let the video do most of the talking:[/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/X-VcGBCDmVU”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]This story was made possible with support from Northfield Savings Bank.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]