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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 21h

Head to Tog Hackerspace on the 18th of October to get your beloved broken bits repaired by our team of expert makers!

They can help you fix your stuff, and if they can't - tell you where to go! And you might just learn a thing or two along the way 😉#dublinmaker #dublinevents #irishmaker

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 2d

🪛 Know what kind of things are repaired at a Repair Café?

Bring your broken bits along to the Repair Café TOG Hackerspace on the 18th of Oct and learn how to fix them with help from our amazing volunteers. ♻️☕

🎟️ Tickets: www.eventbrite.ie/e/repair-caf...

Promotional flyer for a "Repair Café" event held at Tog Hackerspace, Dublin 12, on Saturday, October 18, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. The flyer asks, “What type of things get repaired at a Repair Café?” and features colorful illustrations of repairable items grouped into four categories: electronics (record player, radio, vacuum cleaner), toys and small furniture (toy dinosaur, game controller, table, lamp), clothing (backpack, shirt, jacket), and kitchen appliances (kettle, toaster, hand mixer).

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 7d

This weekend, our longtime Dublin Maker friends, Mechatrons are hosting Robo Riots this weekend.

Find out more on their website: www.roboriots.ie

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 9d

Did you know that International Repair Day falls on October 18th? 🛠️✨

We’ll be celebrating with our next Repair Café in collaboration with Tog Hackerspace

Bring along your household items and get them repaired and learn some DIY along the way.

🎟️ Free tickets: www.eventbrite.ie/e/repair-caf...

Poster for a "Repair Café" event on Repair Day, dated 18.10.25. The top features an arrangement of DIY tools—screwdriver, wrench, level, paintbrush, pliers, hammer, utility knife, and masking tape—surrounding bold black text that reads "REPAIR CAFÉ on REPAIR DAY 18.10.25." The bottom section has a blue box with white and yellow text detailing the event location: "FREE Tickets at the link below!! Tog Hackerspace, Unit 1B Motor City, Kylemore Road, Dublin 12."

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 12d

Our very own Jeffrey Roe was honoured this week at the Full Circle Awards as their Reuse & Repair Champion! 🏆

Jeffrey is a pro at repairing and giving things a second life—and you can see his skills in action at our next Repair Café on 18th Oct.

www.eventbrite.ie/e/repair-caf...

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 13d

Missing the buzz of Dublin Maker 2025?

Dive back by taking a look at some of the highlights from this year's festival!

Full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WG0T...

Supported by @researchireland.ie and @dlrcc.bsky.social

Dublin Maker 2025

YouTube video by Dublin Maker

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 16d

Did you know? International Repair Day is on the 18th of October!

It is also the date of our next Repair Cafe with Tog Hackerspace!

Join us to have your household items repaired and learn how you can do it yourself!

Free tickets: www.eventbrite.ie/e/1601041400...

Promotional poster for a "Repair Café" event on "Repair Day," dated 18.10.25. The top half features illustrations of tools like a screwdriver, wrench, hammer, paintbrush, level, and pliers arranged around bold text: "REPAIR CAFÉ on REPAIR DAY → 18.10.25." The bottom half has a blue background with white text providing event details: "FREE Tickets at the link below!! Tog Hackerspace, Unit 1B Motor City, Kylemore Road, Dublin 12."

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 21d

Missed our Repair Cafe at Dublin Maker last month?

No worries, our next Café is coming up next month!

Join us in Tog Hackerspace on the 18th of October where skilled volunteers will help you bring your items back to life.

FREE Tickets: www.eventbrite.ie/e/repair-caf...

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 21d

Our friends at the Irish Guild of Weavers, Spinners, and Dyers are holding an exhibition for their 50-year anniversary in Dún Laoghaire LexIcon Library. It runs until Saturday, and to finish they are holding a Worldwide Spin in Public Day on Saturday the 20th of September from 1pm to 4pm.

Four handwoven textile samples are laid out on a white surface, each with a small information card. From left to right: a pastel-striped piece, a teal geometric pattern, a mustard yellow checkered textile with fringe, and a dark green and yellow complex weave.

Two mannequins display handmade knitwear in a well-lit indoor exhibition space. One wears a multicolored shawl in blue, orange, and green; the other features a white hat with a dark star pattern and a beige knitted vest labeled "Knitted Vest." People browse the display in the background.

A circular woven textile artwork made of cream-colored yarn is mounted on a gray fabric-covered wall. The piece resembles a wheel with radiating spokes and includes a decorative woven section at the bottom in light green and beige.

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · 23d

One of the highlights of Dublin Maker 2025? Our workshops! 🛠️

Over two full days, amazing makers from Maker Meet, Cantonese in Ireland, and others gave visitors the chance to get hands-on, try new crafts, learn new concepts, and dive right in.

#DublinMaker2025 #MakerCulture #Maker

Collage of five photos from a community electronics workshop: children and adults collaborate on circuit-building at tables; a person uses a sewing machine, possibly integrating tech into fabric; a colorful ceremonial display stands beside a participant; and a large room buzzes with hands-on STEM activities involving wires, tools, and creative experimentation.

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Sep 5

A huge shoutout to all our incredible sponsors who help bring #DublinMaker 2025 to life 💡✨

The support of these sponsors fuels creativity, curiosity, and community. This celebration of innovation wouldn’t be possible without you.

@researchireland.ie, @dlrcc.bsky.social,@pcbwayofficial.bsky.social

Promotional graphic for the Dublin Maker event showing a crowd at an outdoor fair. A yellow banner reads “BIG THANKS TO OUR GREAT SPONSORS!” followed by logos of eleven sponsors, including RS, VIMAR Digital Marketing, CK Computer Solutions, I-Form, Insight SFI, PCBWay, Telclic, DCU, UCD, Laser Laura, and RTÉ Supporting the Arts.

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Sep 4

Check out the photos from this year's festival on our website: dublinmaker.ie/photos-2025

Thanks also to our lovely sponsors who make Dublin Maker possible: @researchireland.ie , @dlrcc.bsky.social , RS Ireland, VIMAR Digital Marketing and others: dublinmaker.ie/lovelysponsors

Photos 2025 - Dublin Maker

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Sep 4

Dublin Maker 2025 - What a Weekend!

A huge THANK YOU to everybody who made last weekend so fantastic!

From the amazing makers who shared their creativity, the volunteers, and every curious visitor who stopped by - all of you made the weekend truly special!

A family of three are smiling at the camera holding a sign that says "Making is Good at Dublin Maker, National Print Musuem".

A group of people stand around a table that holds a light box. Light shines on their faces as a man wearing a Dublin Maker t-shirt demonstrates something to them.

Three boys are standing at a table facing the camera. Two are playing a homemade game that consists of buttons with wires coming out from them. Behind them stands a man who is pointing at something off the screen.

A group of four people stand in front of a large 8 foot puppet of a bearded man called "Mr Giant".

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 31

The Repair Café is underway! Head over to Makers Studio before 13:30 to breathe new life into your broken bits and bobs!

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 29

This weekend, the wind may be blowing - but our creativity and innovation will still be showing!

#DublinMaker

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 29

Dublin Maker is in less than 24 hours!

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 28

😅 This weekend - 30th and 31st of August!

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 28

The Repair Café returns for #DublinMaker2025!

This year, we again team up with TOG and now also Creative Spark
📍 Leopardstown Racecourse
🕥 Sunday 31st August, 10:30–1:30

Come along, bring something to fix, and discover the fun of fixing.

Supported by @researchireland.ie and @dlrcc.bsky.social

Promotional poster for "Repair Café at Dublin Maker Festival" featuring a collage of photos showing people repairing electronics and toys. One image highlights a red dinosaur toy being fixed. The event details—“31st August 10:30 - 13:30 @ Dublin Maker Festival”—are displayed alongside logos for Dublin Maker and Creative Spark Centre for Creativity and Innovation.

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 28

We’re delighted to share that artist Ciara Kenny has created a stunning series of sketches celebrating Irish Traditional Crafts.

Her work will be on display at this year’s Dublin Maker Festival.

Find out more on our website: dublinmaker.ie/celebrating-...

#DublinMaker #MeetTheMaker

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 28

Two full days of hands-on workshops at #DublinMaker? From superhero flyers to smart cities and origami wonders - there’s something for every curious mind.
Check the full schedule & plan your maker adventure: www.DublinMaker.ie

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John Butler @jslbutler.bsky.social · Aug 26

@dublinmaker.bsky.social is a phenomenal free family event. Where else can you meet knitters, weavers, zine makers, robots and a middle aged mathematician (me) showing face recognition algorithms.
I’ve all my regalia ready come along so some sketching, lean some maths get your own eigenface.

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 26

We are delighted to announce that Cathaoirleach Jim Gildea, of Dún Laoghiare Rathdown will be joining us on the 30th of August.

@dlrcc.bsky.social is one of the sponsors of Dublin Maker, alongside Research Ireland and others (dublinmaker.ie/lovelysponso...)

We really appreciate their support.

Promotional image for Dublin Maker featuring Jim Gildea, an older man with white hair and glasses, smiling at a public event. Text announces that he, as Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, will attend Dublin Maker on August 30th. Logos for Dublin Maker and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council appear on the image, with a festive crowd in the background

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 25

Dublin Maker is happening this weekend - 30th & 31st of August in Leopardstown Racecourse.

In this video, organiser Amy Hassett shares everything you need to know before you go – from getting here & accessibility to top tips on getting involved.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=m991...

Dublin Maker - Know Before You Go

YouTube video by Dublin Maker

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 23

We are at @okamicon.com today and tomorrow!!

Drop by, say hi and get a sneak peak of what are bringing to Dublin Maker 2025!

Collage of photos from the Okamicon Event at the Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire, held August 23–24, 2025. Includes a colorful event poster with “OKAMICON” and “Fan Tables,” a crocheted bunny toy on a table with tools, a wooden puzzle box labeled “Unlock The 6 Digit Code” and “PLAY ME,” a bustling venue scene with attendees exploring exhibits, and a maker table featuring a 3D printer and a banner reading “Big Ideas Cool Creations Maker Community.”

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Dublin Maker @dublinmaker.bsky.social · Aug 22

Makers come from all over the island of Ireland to take part in Dublin Maker Festival!

With over 90 different groups taking part, makers form across the island come together and each bring their own unique flair!

30th & 31st August, Leopardstown Racecourse - join us!

Promotional poster for the Dublin Maker festival featuring a map of Ireland with arrows pointing to various regions. Each arrow highlights a unique maker project: "Kilnettle Shrine Tape Dispenser" from Donegal, "Northern Ireland Raspberry Jam" from Antrim, "MakerMeet" from Kerry, and "'Wild-ish' life in Watercolour" from Wexford. The center of the map is labeled "Dublin Maker," emphasizing the festival's location. Text reads: "Did You Know? Makers come to the festival from all corners of the island!"

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