Idea Foundry Columbus

09/06/2025

Join us for Franklinton Friday, 9/12, 6pm-9pm! Maker vendors on the south lot (next to Land Grant), tour at 7pm, tool demos throughout the evening. Sign up for the tour (it's free, but we ask for RSVP - link below). Hope to see you there!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/idea-foundry-franklinton-friday-tour-and-tool-demo-tickets-1670759981079

08/08/2025

Happy Friday, makers! Tonight (and every 2nd Friday) is Franklinton Fridays in our neighborhood! Several Idea Foundry members will be exhibiting/selling products in our south parking lot (next to Land Grant), and we wil be offering tours of our building. Check us out, 6pm-10pm tonight!

We share tools & tech, share spaces, and share knowledge. Visit our Makerspace, office & coworking spaces, or event venue spaces and learn about our resources for hobbyists, creatives, small businesses, and lifelong learners.

05/06/2025

Join us Saturday June 7th for a fun filled day of seasonal celebration and inspired creativity!
Spring Flowers is a curated event that will offer you and a companion makery projects like; candle making, wooden love plaques, memory jars, herb/flower planters, and more!
A delicious selection of snacks and beverages will be offered as well.
Early bird registration is available at: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/WCttq4RD/v5

01/15/2025

Celebrate Valentines Day at Idea Foundry!
This year we are offering two days of VDay goodness: Fri 2/14 6-9PM and Sat 2/15 5-8PM!
Come enjoy a super fun lineup of maker stations, yummy snacks, and delicious refreshments!
Online bookings are available now at: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/xP7hhKjp/v5 simply choose the event date you prefer!
Early Bird pricing is available through Jan 31st using the code: VDAY2025EARLYBIRD

01/15/2025

Hi All!
Wanted to update that the elevator has been repaired and is operational.

The technician reported that the 'STOP' button was activated in the elevator which deactivated it.

Please, be a conscientious user of resources. It is costly and disruptive when these types of mistakes happen. Also, we kindly ask that you report to us if mistakes like this happen so we can proactively troubleshoot.

Thank you and keep safe and warm out there!

01/08/2025

Valentines Day is just around the corner!! Plan to spend the evening with us on Friday 2/14 and/or Sat 2/15! Bookings will soon be published at ideafoundry.com -- in the meantime, save the date!

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08/16/2024

There is a lot of fun and talent flying around the Idea Foundry!
Check out the awesome work of member James Kindler along with fellow Super Art League artists Heidi Madsen and JJ Jones and CSC Students.
Bird's Eye View is a Columbus City Schools 2024 Community Sculpture incorporating the work of 350 Summer Experience Kids.
The Super Art League and their Summer Experience program exposes students to curiosity, creativity, and compassion through art. Check out superartleague.com to see Bird's Eye View and learn about other works created by students and the Super Art League.

08/08/2024

Register now for upcoming classes at the Idea Foundry!

Full calendar of classes available at https://www.ideafoundry.com/classes (be sure to choose "all venues" in the calendar view for all classes, events, and tours), or sign up for our monthly newsletter for more info.... Hope to see you around the shop!

Newsletter sign-up:
https://mailchi.mp/2939e8726d7b/idea-foundry-newsletter

Class registration links:

CNC Plasma Cutting (Thursday, Aug 15, 6p-9pm)
https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/T5hHwpTK/v5?time_slot_id=nIu-p7bmauf96

Book Binding (Thursday, Aug 15, 6:30pm-9:30pm)
https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/tfq23bhL/v5?time_slot_id=nIu-p7bqpwMUq

CNC Shopbot Router (2 day class, Tuesday Aug 20 6:30pm-9:30pm; 2nd day is either Aug 21 or by appointment with instructor)
https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/JwwBNlwM/v5?time_slot_id=nIu-p-sID8icph

Laser Cutting/Engraving (Wed Aug 21, 6:30pm-9:30pm)
https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/bC28ZSvV/v5?time_slot_id=nIu-p-svSw3992

Design and Build your own Fire Pit! (Wed, Aug 28, 6pm-9pm)
https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/ns2lQ8rB/v5?time_slot_id=nIu-sk6SK4bdU

07/19/2024

NEW SOCIAL/MAKING EXPERIENCE! Make your own Bourbon & Rye drinks! Are you team Old Fashioned or Manhattan?

Join us for a fun-filled evening where we explore the wondrous world of Rye and Bourbon to discover what makes a delightful cocktail for you... During our time together we will dive into bar equipment, tasting note differences between bourbon and rye, and how base recipes for Old Fashioned and Manhattans can be adjusted to your liking!

Fee is per couple, and each couple will take home a bar set and double old fashioned glasses.... All ingredients will be supplied for the event. For those of you that elect to ride share home, we can offer you a few extra tastes. Also, for after the event, we can recommend a few venues to keep the evening going!

Registration link for Friday, August 9th, below.

https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/QbxCfWkr/v5

And keep an eye out for the next few months of social making experiences:

September: Tequila vs. Mezcal (Paloma X Margs)
October: Mulled Wine X Warmed Cider
November: The Perfect Martini (Gin vs. Vodka)
December: Champagne Cocktails

Make your own Bourbon & Rye drinks! Are you team Old Fashioned or Manhattan?Join us for a fun-filled evening where we explore the wondrous world of Rye and Bourbon to discover what makes a delightful cocktail for you!  During our time together we will dive into bar equipment, tasting note differenc...

07/10/2024

EXCITING NEWS! Sunday, August 4th, Idea Foundry is offering our first ever "buffet of skills" day! Get fun, bite-sized tastes of many different tools, meant for the complete beginner. Come for the whole day or simply pick and choose the sessions you'd like to attend. Specifically:

-welding and hand plasma cutting
-woodworking
-vacuum forming
-cnc routing
-cnc plasma cutting
-laser cutting
-design software
-and more!

Register below for the whole day or for individual sessions. (Note - if you pick more than one session, you'll need to register for each separately with the link below).

https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/jZlFxdhz/v5?time_slot_id=nIu-pzZXuhc0V

See you around the shop!

We share tools & tech, share spaces, and share knowledge. Visit our Makerspace, office & coworking spaces, or event venue spaces and learn about our resources for hobbyists, creatives, small businesses, and lifelong learners.

06/04/2024

THIS THURSDAY - come see Prof. Bart Elmore speak at Columbus Science Pub at the Idea Foundry, 7:30pm-8:30pm. Registration here!

Dr. Bart Elmore will delve into the complex world of pesticides and their role in modern agriculture.

05/01/2024

RSVP! Idea Foundry spring open house 5/25, 12pm-3pm. Agenda below - demos, presentations, tours, and more! The event is free but we request registration (link below). See you at the shop!

12pm doors open
12:15pm-12:30pm - Presentation / Intro to the event (2nd floor)
12:30pm-12:45pm Laser Cutting Demo (1st floor)
1pm-1:15pm CNC Plasma Cutting Demo (1st floor)
1:30pm-1:45pm CNC Routing Demo (1st floor)
2:00pm-2:15pm "Death Sled" personal electric vehicle demo (2nd floor)
2:30pm-2:45pm Wrap-up presentation (2nd floor)

Come to the Idea Foundry's Open House! Chat with members, instructors, see tool and project demonstrations, enjoy beverages and more...