YWCA Hamilton MakerSpace Team Building

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Why Book a Team Workshop in the Makerspace?

ke advantage of the YWCA Makerspace through hands-on, interactive workshops designed to:

Strengthen cross-departmental collaboration
Inspire creative approaches to client service delivery
Explore accessible tools like Cricut, Canva, and hands-on creative materials
Foster program innovation through practical, low-barrier prototyping and problem solving
Expand the Makerspace’s reach across outreach, education, and wellness initiatives

These experiences aren’t just fun and creative, they’re strategic. By booking a session, your team can:

Build stronger internal relationships
Identify new ways to support your program goals
Gain hands-on experience with tools that can transform how we work
Support the sustainability of the Makerspace through internal reinvestment

Whether you’re looking for a team-building activity, professional development, or a unique way to problem-solve together—these workshops are a great fit.

WORKSHOP FORMAT

Duration: 1.5 to 2.5 hours Includes:

Brief intro and orientation
Guided collaborative activity using Makerspace tools
Reflection on how it applies to your program
Optional takeaway (physical or digital)

COST BREAKDOWN

Pricing can vary based on the activity and materials utilized, length of workshop and facilitation. To simplify this, the cost is broken down into a standard fee which averages our estimated costs with some overhead.

$25 per person ($250 for 10 people)
$20 per additional participant (above 10 people)
Minimum $150 flat fee for groups smaller than 10

These rates keep overall costs low.

CAPACITY Suggested group sizes from 10-15 people.

workshops

Create & Make

Hands-on, tactile workshops with simple Cricut enhancements.

Tote Bag Design Studio: Paint & Personalize

Activity: Design and paint a custom tote bag using fabric paint and optional Cricut-cut stencils or text elements.

Takeaway: A fully personalized tote bag.

Team-building Component: Participants design around a shared theme and present their concept.

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T-Shirt Design Lab

Activity: Create a custom t-shirt using paint, markers, or simple Cricut heat-transfer text.

Takeaway: A wearable piece that reflects personal style or message.

Team-building Component: Teams design shirts around a shared message or campaign.

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Macrame Workshop: Create & Unwind

Activity: Learn basic macramé knots and create a wall hanging or plant holder.

Takeaway: A finished macramé piece.

Team-building Component: Participants support each other and share their designs.

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Wood & Acrylic Sign Making

Activity:Design and paint a custom sign on wood or acrylic, with optional Cricut vinyl lettering for clean finishes.

Takeaway: A decorative sign for home or workspace.

Team-building Component: Create signs around a shared theme and display them together.

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Wellness & Self-Expression

Creative workshops supporting confidence, reflection, and well-being.

Calm Craft Workshop: Create to De-Stress

Activity: Engage in calming creative activities such as painting, simple crafts, or repetitive design work.

Takeaway: A handmade item and a calming creative experience.

Team-building Component: Optional reflection or sharing.

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Affirmation Art: Visualizing Confidence

Activity: Create a visual affirmation piece using paint, markers, or optional Cricut-cut words/phrases.

Takeaway: A personal artwork focused on confidence and self-worth.

Team-building Component: Optional sharing of meaning behind each piece.

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Collaborative Mural: Stories in Layers

Activity: Create a layered group mural using collage materials and optional Cricut-cut shapes or text.

Takeaway: A collaborative art piece representing shared experiences.

Team-building Component: Each participant contributes a symbolic element to the mural.

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Skills, Branding & Team Building

Workshops that build confidence, practical skills, and collaboration.

Team Photo Studio: Capture & Create

Activity: Take individual and group photos using a selfie light, then edit in Canva (lighting, filters, text).

Takeaway:Professional-style headshot, group photo and/or an optional branded graphic

Team-building Component: Teams create a themed photo and present their concept.

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Handmade Product Lab: Create & Package

Activity: Create a handmade product (tote, candle, or sign) and design simple packaging with optional Cricut-cut tags or labels.

Takeaway:A finished product with packaging ready for gifting or selling.

Team-building Component: Participants present their product as if at a market.

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Launch Your Side Hustle

Activity: Develop a simple product, create a brand in Canva, and enhance it with optional Cricut elements (labels, decals, tags).

Takeaway:A mini business starter kit (product + branding concept).

Team-building Component: Participants pitch their product or idea.

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Looking for something fun, creative, and hands-on? Our Makerspace workshops are now open to everyone, individuals, friends, teams, and community groups.

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Hours of Operation

Please note, we are closed daily for lunch 12:00pm to 1:00pm

9:00am to 10:00am

Drop-in Hour

10:00am to 12:00pm

Booked Appointments

1:00pm to 3:00pm

Booked Appointments*

3:00pm to 4:00pm

Drop-in Hour