Drop in anytime for a fun, themed craft that takes just 10–20 minutes and explore your creativity. All events are free drop-by events with no registration required!
Sponsors: Lichtenberger Engineering Library and Sciences Library
Maker Breaks: Fold Into Fall – An Origami Leaf Craft
Tuesday, Sept. 22: Seamans Center – Engineering Student Commons
Wednesday, Sept. 23: Sciences Library – 1st Floor
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Welcome the arrival of autumn with an origami leaf crafting event! Learn simple paper-folding techniques and create a colorful collection of leaves inspired by the season.
Maker Breaks: Make Your Own Spooky Homecoming Button!
Tuesday, Oct. 27: Seamans Center – Engineering Student Commons
Wednesday, Oct. 28: Sciences Library – 1st Floor
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Celebrate Homecoming with a spooky twist! Create your own button featuring Herky dressed in Halloween costumes. Choose from our pre-made designs or design an original button that’s uniquely yours.
Maker Breaks: DIY Cozy Hand Warmers
Tuesday, Nov. 17: Seamans Center – Engineering Student Commons
Wednesday, Nov. 18: Sciences Library – 1st Floor
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Stay cozy this season by creating your own reusable hand warmer! Decorate a fabric pouch, fill it with rice, and take home a simple, microwavable hand warmer perfect for chilly days.
Maker Breaks: Coasters and Cookies
Tuesday, Dec. 8: Seamans Center – 2nd Floor Lobby
Wednesday, Dec. 9: Sciences Library – 1st Floor
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Slow down before finals and make some art on a coaster using a cool chemical reaction or on a cookie using frosting.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Kari Kozak, at lib-engineering@uiowa.edu in advance of the event.