I volunteer here, and it's a remarkable space. It fulfills the two great interests I have in a…read moremakerspace: - It provides equipment I could never reasonably own myself - It offers opportunities to chat and brainstorm with other experienced builders HexLab has just reopened after restructuring, and I'm pleased by the way we're keeping the good and improving on it.

Called to inquire about laser cutting, spoke to a older guy it sounded like. He was rude, rushed me…read moreoff the phone and didnt answer any questions. I dont know if thats how they typically do business but id stay away personally after that.

I took the intro class and it was amazing…read more My instructors were Jim, Kim, Todd. They were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. They kept it fun and creative. We got to make a badass cutting board! Price: very reasonable for a full day of learning. No need to pay for materials in this one. Equipment and facility was impressive. Plenty of machinery to use, not too long of a wait Location: downtown, parking was abundant.

I came here for an intro class after having had a bad experience at another woodshop in LA…read more Good Lord-- this class was a revelation! It shot the other woodshop class out of the god-forsaken waters! The instructors (Todd, Briana, and Cam) were incredibly kind, patient, knowledgeable, generous, welcoming, fun, and funny as hell. Their communication skills were stellar. They offered us complimentary snacks and drinks during the breaks, and even gave us a measuring tape souvenir to take home. The studio is equipped with a wide variety of impressive woodworking tools, which the instructors clearly showed us how to safely and effectively operate. Overall, I highly recommend this place for a excellent introduction to woodwork!

I took a wax ring casting workshop where I got to design my own ring. It was challenging but lots…read moreof fun! The entire class consisted of step-by-step instructions on how to size, carve and etch a design on a wax mold. Once complete, you attach your name and contact info on a card so that it can be shipped to you once it has been cast into a brass (or silver) ring. You really learn what goes into designing a piece of jewelry- would definitely take this class again. Will have to remember to post a photo of the finished piece after I receive it!

I took the pressed flower candle making class. It was very easy to follow instructions, fun, and…read moreeveryone's candle turned out lovely. You are given a kit that includes all the items you need to make the candle in class and for you to use at home. I knocked down one star bc I ended up paying a minimal fee ($2) for parking as the class went just a little over 2hrs which is the validation period.

Worst service. I emailed them, their site said 24 hours time, its been two days and haven't gotten…read morea response. This happened not once but twice. A few months ago i had emailed them the first time about a quote, they had their partner company email me and it wasn't like a few hours wait time for a reply, every time i emailed them i would have to wait 3-4 days tops for a RESPONSE. At one point they just stopped replying to me?? I'm never requesting service here again.

The first 3-D printer I ever saw up close, was a Deezmaker "Bukito." I was intrigued because it was…read moretiny, nearly silent, and created precise parts in virtually any shape. A few months later, after researching many printer designs and different brands, I ended up purchasing the big brother, of the Bukito, called the "Bukobot." Since all of this was new to me I thought excellent technical support was critical. Deezmaker is open seven days a week, and you can reach them by email, or by phone, or if you're in the area, in person. Every time I've needed help with something, I've gotten immediate assistance. Best of all, everyone there is not only knowledgeable, but friendly, with none of the attitude that sometimes crops up when you're a beginner asking an expert for help. I've been to the store a dozen times, whenever possible I go to their monthly Meetup, and again and again I've seen a willingness to answer even the most naïve questions. This morning I discovered that a part on my 16-month-old, heavily used printer, had cracked. I drove out to Pasadena, hoping they would have a replacement in stock. Not only did they have it, but they encouraged me to do the work myself while I was there, and provided helpful suggestions, and even let me use their tools to make the repair. If you have any interest in 3-D printing, or simply want to understand something about the mysteries of it, stop by their shop. You will feel truly welcomed, and if you want to delve deeper, I strongly recommend the class they offer, called, "Zero to Plastic," which is a very thorough and well presented introduction to 3-D printing. I've had a lot of fun with my Bukobot, and it has turned into an essential tool in my design studio.

Back to the L.A. Mart to drool over more furniture. 'Course before ya get to drool, you have to…read morewalk all over the place until you find the stuff you like. 12 floors of stuff. Have never been in the gift store on the entry level, just the furniture places. They just had a big design show for the trade, so some of the stores were sold out of stuff, and others had new stuff they brought in for the shows that hadn't sold. Parking is very convenient, right next to the Mart, $8 flat fee.

I attended the Los Angeles Women's Expo this past Sunday. Finding the LA Mart was very easy which…read morewas refreshing. I parked across the street for $10. There are so many floors to this place but the Expo was on the 2nd and 11th floor. Waiting for the doors to open at 11, my friends and I explored the lobby/main floor which is very nice. There are comfortable chairs to sit on and photos of old Downtown LA all around. I did enjoy myself receiving a complementary massage and tasting various flavors of wines. There were many vendors and I was happy to see some gentleman there as well. I'm sure their girlfriends or wives dragged them along. :p I was most excited to hear Patti Stanger (The Millionaire Matchmaker) and Lisa VanderPump (from the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills) talk and give advice. Overall, I had a nice time and to anyone who would like to attend next year, don't forget to take advantage of the Groupon and Living Social deals. You save a few bucks but every little bit helps! Happy Yelping Everyone! - A

Jonathon was amazing to work with helped us out big time and will be using them again.read more

Amazing experience! Super friendly and knowledgeable! Was able to get my architecture project laser…read morecut in no time. Huge laser cutter beds too so was able to cut the materials for my project as one large cut.

I attended a Junk Journaling workshop with Hanabee at Rediscover Center and absolutely loved it! It…read morewas free, which was great - it's hard to find similar events that are low or no cost. It was fun to have access to so many recycled materials and meet new people. I've attended a few other Rediscover-sponsored events (farmers' markets, one at my kid's school) and I really appreciate their ethos, as well as the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. Thank you!

My son's class took a field trip here and it was absolutely wonderful. I had no idea that places…read morelike this existed, but how great because my son and his friends love the idea of re-using old, unwanted materials and turning them into something new. All of the kids had a blast and were so excited to bring home their creations. I definitely plan to be back both to drop off materials as well as to do some crafting together as a family. No mess at home is a huge plus, and it's eco-friendly. I also heard they have day camps when school is closed.

I saw a live audio visual performance at Coaxial. The space is nicely setup with an indoor and…read moreoutdoor area. The people who run the place seem nice also. It was a good environment for anyone looking to explore art that is "under the radar" or not as commercial as other galleries/museums. I hope people come out and support.

An excellent DIY art space. They had a very friendly staff and crowd when I went. The performance…read morewas nothing short of amazing featuring music I never knew was possible. Definitely check this place out if you are in the area. They asked for $5 or $10 at the door, but it's definitely worth at least $10. Parking is kinda tough and shady here at night, but I didn't have any issues. That being said, I don't recommend leaving any valuables in the car and would suggest trying to come here in a group just to be safe.