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Become a DIYcave Instructor This Fall
Do you love making things? Do you enjoy sharing what you know?
We're expanding our Fall class lineup and are looking for enthusiastic instructors to teach Woodworking, Metalworking/Welding, and 3D Printing at DIYcave! Whether you're a professional craftsperson, an experienced hobbyist, or someone who simply loves helping others learn, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Teach at DIYcave? When you teach at DIYcave, you don't have to build a classroom from scratch—we've already done that for you. We provide the shop space, professional equipment, marketing, class registration, and an enthusiastic community of students eager to learn. You bring the knowledge and passion—we'll help connect you with people excited to discover a new skill.
Ready to Apply? Fill out our Instructor Application and tell us about yourself, your experience, and the class ideas you'd like to teach. We're currently planning our Fall schedule, so now is the perfect time to join our growing team of instructors.
Building More Than a Lending Library
We welcomed 17 participants from the Bend Parks & Recreation Therapeutic Group into the DIYcave woodshop for a special community build project — creating a Little Free Library completely from scratch.
The Therapeutic Group program supports adults with cognitive and physical disabilities through community outings, volunteer opportunities, social connection, and hands-on experiences around Bend. We were honored to get to be part of one of those experiences.
The woodshop was full of teamwork, measuring, sanding, drilling, painting, problem solving, and a whole lot of laughter. Some participants jumped right into tools they had never used before, while others teamed up together to help assemble and decorate different parts of the project.
And by the end of the day? What started as stacks of lumber had turned into a real lending library built by many hands working together.
One of the best parts of DIYcave is watching people realize they are capable of making things they never thought they could. This was full of those moments.
From Passion Project to Business: Backcountry Banjos
One of the best parts of being a makerspace is getting to watch an idea grow into something real. For Marie and Judd, that idea became Backcountry Banjos—a business creating beautiful handmade banjos from the ground up.
It didn't happen overnight. Like so many maker journeys, it started with curiosity, a willingness to learn, and countless hours in the shop.
Using DIYcave's woodworking equipment, CNC router, sanding and finishing tools, and the guidance of experienced makers, Judd refined his designs one piece at a time. Every neck, every body, every detail represented another lesson learned and another step toward turning a passion into a business.
Along the way, he found something just as valuable as tools.
"It's been such a journey to start this business, and it wouldn't have been possible without the mentorship from all the talented Cavers."
That spirit of mentorship is what makes DIYcave special. Whether you're building furniture, learning to weld, creating art, or crafting musical instruments, there's always someone willing to share their knowledge and help you solve the next challenge.
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Watch Our Story On CNN
DIYCAVE FEATURED ON CNN! 🎥✨
We’re proud to share that DIYcave was featured in a CNN segment showcasing the heart of our makerspace — our people, our shop areas, and the creative energy that powers it all.
WATCH THE CNN SEGMENT To see why DIYcave is more than just a shop — it’s a hub for making, learning, and community.
Huge thanks to everyone who helps make this space so special — this spotlight is for YOU! 💙
DIYcave is a community of people just like you.
We are a community makerspace in Bend, Oregon made up of artists, makers, hackers, entrepreneurs, educators, and craft enthusiasts with various interests and skills. At DIYcave Makerspace, we provide the space, tools, equipment, and supportive community you need to create, build, collaborate, and learn new skills. You bring the ideas and materials—we’ll help you make it happen. All the skills needed to operate any of the equipment at DIYcave can be acquired through one of our many hands-on classes, workshops, tool certifications, or private lessons.
Most of our makerspace tools are available to use as soon as your membership begins. However, certain equipment—such as the table saw, CNC router table, woodworking lathe, laser cutters, MIG/TIG welders, and other fabrication tools—requires prior tool certification. Please request certification before coming in to use specialized tools.
Our communal shop supports a wide range of DIY projects and offers access to tools and resources for:
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Woodworking and Wood Lathe Turning
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Welding and Metal Working
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Blacksmithing
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3D printing
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Laser Cutting
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CNC Routing and Plasma Cutting
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Glass - Stained and Fused
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Jewelry Making and Metalsmithing
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Leather Working
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Sewing
Whether you're a beginner or experienced maker, DIYcave is your gateway to creative projects, skill-building, and hands-on learning in a vibrant, collaborative environment.
