Weston Art & Innovation Center

Laser Cutter Certification
2024-03-29 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Meet the AIC’s laser cutter! Laser cutters are incredible tools for any maker. You can make everything from simple boxes to highly detailed engravings and complex 3-dimensional puzzles.
Who uses laser cutting technology? Artists, architects, manufacturers, robotics engineers, and small business owners! You can cut extremely accurate objects out of materials like wood, leather, colored acrylic, and even felt or paper. These powerful machines can make your projects lightning fast and repeatable.
In this certification class, you will learn how to safely operate a laser cutter to cut and engrave wood. You will be introduced to Lightburn software and create a customized keychain to bring home with you.
Certified individuals will be permitted to use the laser cutter during maker hours with supervision.

Limited to 2 people per session
Cost: $25
Date: Fri, March 29 (11am-12pm)
Instructor: Abby

Demo: 3D Printing
2024-03-30 10:00 - 13:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Curious about 3D Printers? Come to the AIC on a Saturday morning to get a demonstration of 3D printers at work. We’ll be showing off the AIC printers and you can try your hand with 3D pens.
See the differences between a $150 home 3D printer and a $3,500 HD resin printer!
This experience will give you the chance to see what 3D printing is all about but is not a certification. This is a great chance for you to get a peek at the 3D printers and ask questions if you’re not sure about delving into the technical details.

Cost: FREE
Date: Sat, March 30 (Drop in between 10am-1pm)
RSVP appreciated but not required.

Toolshed Only - Open Maker Hours
2024-03-30 13:00 - 16:00 | The Loft and the Toolshed
Welcome students, artists, makers, and the craft curious!
Open Maker Hours are dedicated to anyone who would like to use either of our studio spaces to work independently on personal projects. You are welcome to use our equipment (3D printers, Cricut Makers, and/or Sewing Machines) once you have been certified.*
*To be certified on our equipment please sign up for one of our Certifications or register for Sewing Fundamentals. If certified patrons would like to make an appointment with Abby to use the laser please sign up here.
Just a friendly reminder that you must provide your own materials and there is no instruction provided unless otherwise stated. The equipment may not be available as it is first come first serve.

Cricut Maker Certification
2024-04-03 16:00 - 17:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Attention crafters: if you’re looking for a new tool that can simplify your crafting processes, consider learning about the Cricut Maker!
The Cricut Maker can cut, draw, perforate, score, and even engrave! It cuts through more than 100 types of materials, including all kinds of fabric, textiles, paper, vinyl, craft foam, and wood veneer.
This machine can cut out dozens of identical felt hearts, or a delicate lacy paper wedding invitation. Customize everything from a coffee mug to a tee shirt in just a few clicks.
Cricut machines are easy to use, and only limited by your imagination!
Upon completion of this class, students will be permitted to use the AIC Cricut Makers during open maker hours.
Limited to 2 people per session
Cost: $25
Date: Wed, April 3 (4pm-5pm)
Instructor: Abby

Laser Cutter Certification: Lantern
2024-04-03 18:00 - 19:30 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
This week’s laser cutting certification includes a special project: 3D laser cut lanterns. For this special certification, you will get to laser cut a lantern of your choice.
Upon completion of this class, students will be permitted to use the laser cutter under supervision during open maker hours.

Prerequisites: Must be 16 or older.
Maximum Number of Students: 4
Cost: $40 (materials included)
Date: Wed, April 3 (6pm-7:30pm)
Instructor: Abby

Open Maker Hours
2024-04-05 10:00 - 16:00 | The Loft and the Toolshed
Welcome students, artists, makers, and the craft curious!
Open Maker Hours are dedicated to anyone who would like to use either of our studio spaces to work independently on personal projects. You are welcome to use our equipment (3D printers, Cricut Makers, and/or Sewing Machines) once you have been certified.* Open Maker Hours is intended for those who are aged middle school plus. Children UNDER the age of 12 MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times.
*To be certified on our equipment please sign up for one of our Certifications or register for Sewing Fundamentals. If certified patrons would like to make an appointment with Abby to use the laser please sign up here.
Just a friendly reminder that you must provide your own materials and there is no instruction provided unless otherwise stated. The equipment may not be available as it is first come first serve.

Beaded Jewelry: Daisy Chain
2024-04-06 10:00 - 12:30 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Join us to learn this retro 90’s style beading technique. During class make a bracelet, choker, or anklet perfect for spring and summer. Once you master this beading technique you will be able to make stacks of jewelry to gift throughout the year. An assortment of colored seed beads will be available to choose from. Go home with a piece of daisy chain jewelry, step-by-step instructions, and shopping resources. Registration closes April 3.
Minimum Number of Students: 3
Maximum Number of Students: 6
Cost: $50 (materials included)
Date: Sat, Apr 6 (10am-12:30pm)
Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Fairy Door: Drop-In Activity
2024-04-06 10:30 - 14:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Bring a touch of imagination and whimsy to your garden and create a fairy door! (Plus some accessories)
In this fun workshop, you will get to see how the laser cutter AND the 3D printers work.
After you’ve watched your custom door get cut, you will have the opportunity to paint, glue, and decorate it! While you’re working, you can choose a fairy accessory printed on the 3D printer. Think miniature furniture, mailboxes, or mushrooms!
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pay at the door.

Prerequisites: None
Cost: $20 (materials included)
Date: Sat, Apr 6 (Drop in between 10:30am-2pm)
Instructor: Abby

Open Maker Hours
2024-04-06 13:00 - 16:00 | The Loft and the Toolshed

Cricut Maker Certification
2024-04-10 17:00 - 18:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Attention crafters: if you’re looking for a new tool that can simplify your crafting processes, consider learning about the Cricut Maker!
The Cricut Maker can cut, draw, perforate, score, and even engrave! It cuts through more than 100 types of materials, including all kinds of fabric, textiles, paper, vinyl, craft foam, and wood veneer.
This machine can cut out dozens of identical felt hearts, or a delicate lacy paper wedding invitation. Customize everything from a coffee mug to a tee shirt in just a few clicks.
Cricut machines are easy to use, and only limited by your imagination!
Upon completion of this class, students will be permitted to use the AIC Cricut Makers during open maker hours.
Limited to 2 people per session
Cost: $25
Date: Wed, April 10 (5pm-6pm)
Instructor: Abby

3D Printing Certification
2024-04-10 18:00 - 19:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
3D printers can create prototypes, replacement parts, toys, jewelry, and much more in a matter of minutes with minimal training to get started. Want to learn how? Sign up to this class to learn the basics of 3D printing.
After going over the fundamental concepts of 3D printing, each student will learn how to find and prepare digital files for our Prusa 3D printers. Each student will complete a print. Beginners welcome! No 3D modeling experience required.
Upon completion of this class, students will be permitted to use the AIC Prusa printers during open maker hours on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Limited to 2 people per session
Cost: $25
Date: Wed, April 10 (6pm-7pm)
Instructor: Abby Shenker
Prerequisites: Must be 13 or older.

Laser Cutter Certification
2024-04-10 19:00 - 20:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Meet the AIC’s laser cutter! Laser cutters are incredible tools for any maker. You can make everything from simple boxes to highly detailed engravings and complex 3-dimensional puzzles.
Who uses laser cutting technology? Artists, architects, manufacturers, robotics engineers, and small business owners! You can cut extremely accurate objects out of materials like wood, leather, colored acrylic, and even felt or paper. These powerful machines can make your projects lightning fast and repeatable.
In this certification class, you will learn how to safely operate a laser cutter to cut and engrave wood. You will be introduced to Lightburn software and create a customized keychain to bring home with you.
Certified individuals will be permitted to use the laser cutter during maker hours with supervision.

Limited to 2 people per session
Cost: $25
Date: Wed, April 10 (7pm-8pm)
Instructor: Abby
Prerequisite: Must be 16 or older

Teen Open Mic Night
2024-04-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Reading Room, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
We are thrilled to host Teen Open Mic Nights at the AIC the second Wednesday of every month. These events are open to any HS students who want to have a unique performing experience performing original music, a new piece from Broadway, spoken word, or get a duet or trio together for some covers in front of friends and family. Register here.
Cost: $5
Date: Apr 10 (7-9pm)

Woven Trinket Basket
2024-04-11 10:00 - 13:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Using flax cord and linen yarn learn to basketweave this useful little trinket basket. Several colorways will be available to choose from in class. Perfect for your bedside table or front hall table to hold jewelry, coins, or earbuds. These little baskets are a wonderful gift too. Take home your completed trinket basket, detailed instructions, and shopping resources. Registration closes Apr 8.
Minimum Number of Students: 3
Maximum Number of Students: 6
Cost: $25 (materials included)
Date: Thurs, Apr 11 (10am-1pm)
Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Cricut Maker Certification
2024-04-12 10:00 - 11:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Attention crafters: if you’re looking for a new tool that can simplify your crafting processes, consider learning about the Cricut Maker!
The Cricut Maker can cut, draw, perforate, and score! It cuts through more than 100 types of materials, including fabric, paper, vinyl, craft foam, and more.
This machine can cut out dozens of identical felt hearts, or a delicate lacy anniversary card. Customize anything from a coffee mug to a tee shirt in just a few clicks.
Cricut machines are easy to use, and you are only limited by your imagination!
Upon completion of this class, students will be permitted to use the AIC Cricut Makers during open maker hours.
Limited to 2 people per session
Cost: $25
Date: Fri, April 12 (10am-11am)
Instructor: Abby

Garden Stakes - Laser Cutter Certification
2024-04-12 13:00 - 15:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
During this special laser cutter event that doubles as a certification, you will get to cut a set of up to 6 custom laser cut garden stakes. Make them large for your vegetable patch or miniature for your windowsill herb garden!
This class will certify you for supervised use of the laser cutter at the AIC. You will also get an introduction to Lightburn software.

Prerequisites: Must be 16+
Maximum Number of Students: 4
Cost: $40
Date: Fri, April 12th (1pm-3pm)
Instructor: Abby

Sold Out - Paper Marbling 101
2024-04-13 10:00 - 14:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Join Ruth Weinstein in the Toolshed for this 1 day paper marbling workshop. By floating acrylic inks students will be manipulating the inks into traditional patterns. Students can create beautiful papers to use for bookbinding, card making and many other projects. This class will teach students the basic techniques of this beautiful art form. Students will take home several completed papers. Please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting paint on or aprons are available in the studio. Registration closes Apr 10.
Minimum # of Students: 3
Maximum #of Students: 6
Cost: $125
Date: Sat, Apr 13 (10am-2pm)
Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Drop-In Event: Crafternoon
2024-04-17 13:00 - 16:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Looking for something to do during school vacation week? Drop in to the AIC on Wednesday April 17th and craft with us! We’ll have stations set up with beads, shrinky dink keychains, 3D printing pens, and a button maker. Spend the whole afternoon trying them all out!

Children welcome with adult supervision. Teens 13 and older can be unaccompanied.

Cost: $15 per child/teen – pay at the door
Date: Wed, April 17 (Drop in between 1pm-4:00pm)
Instructor: Abby

Drop-In Event: Customize a Pencil Case
2024-04-19 12:00 - 15:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Drop in to the AIC on Friday April 19th and make a custom pencil bag. Using the Cricut heat press and pre-selected iron-on vinyl designs, you can customize a bag with the colors and text of your choice.
Children welcome with adult supervision. Teens 13 and older can be unaccompanied.

Cost: $15 per bag – pay at the door
Date: Fri, April 19 (Drop in between 12pm-3:00pm)
Instructor: Abby

Drop-In Event: Custom Name Sign
2024-04-20 10:30 - 14:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Get creative! Drop in to the AIC on Saturday April 17th and watch as we customize a wood sign with a name on it using the laser cutter. Once your sign is cut, you’ll get to paint and decorate it to your liking!

Children welcome with adult supervision. Teens 13 and older can be unaccompanied.

Cost: $15 per sign – pay at the door
Date: Sat, April 20 (Drop in between 10:30am-2:00pm)
Instructor: Abby

Fundamentals of Machine Sewing
2024-04-24 10:00 - 12:30 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Join us for this fun and informative Machine Sewing class. In this class we will introduce you to the AIC sewing machines, sewing tools, and equipment available in the maker space. No machine sewing experience is required. You will learn how to set up the maker space sewing machines, wind a bobbin, thread the machine, and gain sewing experience by making a reversible drawstring bag. Please do not bring your personal machine to class. Go home with an extensive packet of information for future reference and a drawstring bag.
Upon completion of this class, students will be certified to use the AIC sewing machines independently during open maker hours on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Minimum Number of Students: 3
Maximum Number of Students: 6
Cost: $50 (materials included)
Date: Wed, Apr 24 (10am-12:30pm)

3D Print a Set of Plant Pots: 3D Printing Certification
2024-04-24 18:00 - 19:30 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
In this special certification class, you will learn all the basics to 3D printing. After a crash course, each student will have the opportunity to print a set of 3 mini plant pots. Students will need to return at a later date to pick up their completed print, at which point they can collect their pots and mini succulents!
3D printers can create prototypes, replacement parts, toys, jewelry, and much more in a matter of minutes with minimal training to get started. Want to learn how? Sign up to this class to learn the basics of 3D printing.
After going over the fundamental concepts of 3D printing, each student will learn how to find and prepare digital files for our Prusa 3D or Ender 3 printers. Beginners welcome! No 3D modeling experience required.
Upon completion of this class, students will be permitted to use the AIC Prusa printers during open maker hours on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Maximum Number of Students: 4
Cost: $50 (Includes 3 printed pots and 3 succulents)
Date: Wed, April 24 (6pm-7:30pm)
Instructor: Abby

Sold Out - Spring Floral Arrangement with Moon Rabbit Flowers
2024-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Spring just might be our favorite season for the amazing variety of florals and foliage it brings. Let your creativity flow and make your own floral arrangement featuring some of the best locally grown spring blooms while Weston’s own Moon Rabbit Flowers shares tips on floral arranging and how to make your cut flowers last longer. All materials are included. Each attendee will leave with a floral arrangement in a vase. Registration closes Apr 22.
Minimum # of Students: 4
Maximum # of Students: 20
Cost: $25 (all materials included)
Date: Thurs, Apr 25 (7pm-8:30pm)
Subsidized by The Friends of The Weston Public Library

Painting Fabric with Thickened Dyes
2024-04-27 10:00 - 13:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Painting with thickened dyes produces a beautiful finished textile. Participants will have a choice of painting either a shirt or a towel. Textile painting combines painting and fabric dying to make an exciting finished product. Any skill level is welcome.
Minimum # of Students: 3
Maximum # of Students: 8
Cost: $85 (Price includes all supplies.)
Date: Saturday Apr 27 (10am-1pm)

*Finished projects will need to be left for 24 hours to allow the dyes to set. Simple directions for washing out finished projects at home will be given during class.

YouTube link to the video on fabric painting with thickened dyes:
https://youtu.be/ku8cECNJRFE
Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.
Subsidized by The Friends.

Bookbinding: Coptic Bound Book
2024-04-27 10:00 - 15:00 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
For those who have taken Bookbinding Fundamentals and want to learn another technique – the Coptic bound book is for you. Join teacher Melony to learn Coptic Binding, this is a sewn binding that will lay flat regardless of the number of pages. All materials will be included. Registration closes Apr 24.
Minimum # of Students: 3
Maximum # of Students: 5
Cost: $125 (materials included)
Date: Sat, Apr 27 (10am-3pm)
Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Drop-in: Customized Water Bottle - Teens
2024-05-01 12:00 - 15:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
This is a teen event! Come into the AIC on the WPS early release day and design your own custom water bottle! You’ll get to watch as your choice of text and image are engraved onto a water bottle.
Open to teens 6th grade through 12th grade, or younger children accompanied by an adult.

Date: Wednesday May 1 – Drop in between 12:00 and 3pm.
Cost: $30 (water bottle included)
Instructor: Abby

Cricut Maker Certification: Custom Tote Bag
2024-05-01 18:00 - 19:30 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
For this fun Cricut certification, we will cut iron-on vinyl and use it to customize a tote bag all your own!

The Cricut Maker can cut, draw, perforate, and score. It cuts through more than 100 types of materials, including fabric, paper, vinyl, craft foam, and more.
This machine can cut out dozens of identical felt hearts, or a delicate lacy anniversary card. Customize anything from a coffee mug to a tee shirt in just a few clicks.
Cricut machines are easy to use, and you are only limited by your imagination!
Upon completion of this class, students will be permitted to use the AIC Cricut Makers during open maker hours.
Maximum number of students: 4
Cost: $35
Date: Wed, May 1 (6pm-7:30pm)
Instructor: Abby

Cricut: Paper Flowers
2024-05-03 10:00 - 12:30 | The Loft, 356 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Would you like to make a flower that never wilts?
Come join instructor Mary Garrigan and learn to make lifelike flowers out of paper. In this course we will discuss shading, shaping and assembling flowers. You will complete two types of flowers so you can take home a mini bouquet at the end of the class.
Minimum # of Students: 2
Maximum # of Students: 6
Cost: $25
Date: Fri, May 3 (10am-12:30pm)
Just a friendly reminder that classes which do not meet the minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled.

Laser Cutter Certification
2024-05-03 11:00 - 12:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
Meet the AIC’s laser cutter! Laser cutters are incredible tools for any maker. You can make everything from simple boxes to highly detailed engravings and complex 3-dimensional puzzles.
Who uses laser cutting technology? Artists, architects, manufacturers, robotics engineers, and small business owners! You can cut extremely accurate objects out of materials like wood, leather, colored acrylic, and even felt or paper. These powerful machines can make your projects lightning fast and repeatable.
In this certification class, you will learn how to safely operate a laser cutter to cut and engrave wood. You will be introduced to Lightburn software and create a customized keychain to bring home with you.
Certified individuals will be permitted to use the laser cutter during maker hours with supervision.

Limited to 2 people per session
Cost: $25
Date: Fri, May 3 (11am-12pm)
Instructor: Abby
Prerequisite: Must be 16 or older.

3D Printing Certification
2024-05-03 12:00 - 13:00 | The Toolshed, 356 Boston Post Road, 1st floor, Weston, MA, 02493, United States
3D printers can create prototypes, replacement parts, toys, jewelry, and much more in a matter of minutes with minimal training to get started. Want to learn how? Sign up to this class to learn the basics of 3D printing.
After going over the fundamental concepts of 3D printing, each student will learn how to find and prepare digital files for our Prusa 3D printers. Each student will complete a print. Beginners welcome! No 3D modeling experience required.
Upon completion of this class, students will be permitted to use the AIC Prusa printers during open maker hours on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Limited to 2 people per session
Cost: $25
Date: Fri, May 3 (12pm-1pm)
Instructor: Abby
Prerequisite: Must be 13 or older.
