MAKE SOUTH BEND — Local services in South Bend

Make South Bend is a wonderful spot for Artists and Makers alike to hang out and make things. They have studios, equipment and a variety of spots to set up for the day, or just a few hours. The atmosphere is laid back, and it's nice working somewhere I can bounce ideas off of other Creators (or have someone nearby if I hurt myself. Art, am I right?) Kidding aside, Make's pretty great. The membership's been worth it so far for me, but there are also classes, day passes, and then occasional event open to the pubic, which is how I discovered them. There's a shop in the front which features goods made at Make, which isn't too advertised. It alone is a reason to stop by, and if you're already there, might as well check...

I have heard a lot about Make South Bend lately, and decided to try a class. I chose the abstract painting class for my first adventure (and it will not be my last). I attended the class by myself, and did not know what to expect. I really enjoyed the class, which lasted about an hour and a half. All of the materials were supplied and the instructor made me feel comfortable trying out something new. The space itself is really nice, the classroom was large and I could see artist studio space available down the hall. In the next room there were pottery wheels and another large classroom area. I plan to try out the crochet basics and the jewelry making classes. They have a full calendar of classes...

We love this place! My son (13) and I went today for a class to make stained glass pieces. We LOVED every second of it! It was my first class but I sent him before. He has made a clay TARDIS, a bowl, a dragon, sword, and other things at the summer day camp. It's like a gym where you don't have to work out, and can use their equipment to make cool things and keep. There's literally classes for everyone. They have tech stuff and 3D printers, wood working, ceramics, painting, stained glass, jewelry making, screen printing, ink coasters, soap making, crochet and knitting groups, senior and student discounts and so much more. We loved it! Going back...