by Jake Ryan | Nov 20, 2018 | Fun facts
We’ve seen a lot of tables being made around the shop lately. A student just finished her first coffee table and she is beaming with tremendous pride, our river table classes have been a big hit with many being built as gift for others, one big dining room table was...
by Jake Ryan | May 5, 2018 | Human Interest, Member profiles
Laura Clark has hardly known a time in her life when she wasn’t building something. Since she was a kid helping her parents refinish her childhood home, Laura has spent countless weekends learning her way around a construction project. Now a home-owner...
by Jake Ryan | Nov 10, 2017 | Maine Makers, Membership, News, Open Bench Project
The time has come! It’s finally here! This Makerspace – The Open Bench Project – is now in a new place with our own space. We could not be more excited! Our new shop is at 971 Congress Street, Portland, Maine. We’re working on a new sign, but...
by Jake Ryan | Jun 14, 2016 | Blog, Maine Makers, Member profiles
What do slugs, rabbit holes, dental hygiene, and bowl-turning have to do with each other? You’d be surprised to hear that they all came up in our recent conversation with OBP member Nancy Mattsson. Nancy shared with us a little about her background and her insight...
by Open Bench Project L3C | Mar 10, 2016 | Maine Makers, Member profiles
Do you find yourself wishing for a little extra luck this time of year, glancing at the horizon for a glimpse of a rainbow? Perhaps you even imagine you caught sight of a leprechaun out of the corner of your eye? Ah, the lure of St. Patrick! If you, like OBP member...
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