DIY Basics with Library of Things

Don't know your jigsaw from your reciprocating saw? Left scratching your head over simple maintenance tasks? Want to gain more confidence, save money and feel empowered to make at-home repairs or embark on upcycling projects? Don't miss these free workshops hosted by Library of Things, with support from the London Legacy Development Corporation.

Kindly hosted at our Hackney Wick home The Baths, the first workshop will give you the confidence to tackle simple tasks and repairs at home and in the garden. The second session will provide an opportunity to practice what you've learned with the option to make and take home a birdbox, planter or box-style shelf. These sessions are open to all abilities whether you're a DIY novice or just a bit rusty and we'd encourage you to join us for both sessions.

Participants will also receive a special discount to use on their first borrow at a Library of Things kiosk, where you can hire all the DIY tools we'll be demonstrating, including 5 types of saw, two types of drill and a range of other DIY essentials.

Workshop 1 : An introduction to DIY basics

Thursday 16 June 2022

6.30-9.30pm

An introduction to DIY basics with DIY pro Danny. With more than 30 years of experience in carpentry, welding and building you'll leave this workshop with everything you need to crack on with your DIY to-do list, including:

- Understand which tools are appropriate for which household/garden tasks

- Learn how to use our DIY tool kit for repairs

- Opportunities to practice what you’ve learned in a safe, supervised environment

Workshop 2: Make a birdbox, planter or box shelf

Thursday 23 June 2022

6.30pm-9.30pm

Join us for this fun practical carpentry session where you get to try out your skills and take home something you've made yourself! To get the most of this session we recommend that you also attend our first workshop. On booking, please let us know which item you'd like to make by emailing kyra@libraryofthings.co.uk.

Choose one option:

- a birdbox

- a planter

- a box shelf

About the Library of Things

Library of Things is on a mission to help people save money and reduce waste by affordably renting out useful items like drills, sound systems and sewing machines from local spaces – and by helping neighbours share practical skills. As part of this mission, we're delighted to bring you two free community DIY workshops, with support from the London Legacy Development Corporation.

About our workshop leader

Danny Hanson is a bespoke kitchen fitter and joiner with more than 30 years experience in carpentry, construction and building. He has built countless wardrobes, cabinets, cupboards, mirrors and picture frames for clients and friends so knows his way around a power tool!

Extras

Class size: 10 per workshop.

We'll do our best to make sure each participant has time to try out a range of tools during the workshops.

Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. Please let us know in advance if you have any allergies.

If you have any queries or the session you'd like to attend is sold out, please email kyra@libraryofthings.co.uk and we'll add you to the waiting list.