Cedar Valley Makers

09/03/2026

Are you making, or just watching and wishing? Our members are inspiring. CVM member taught himself skills to make these great bags that hold the gear, not the sand:

We have the equipment and the space to make almost anything. What we need is you.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QLavsvqcscw&pp=0gcJCWoCo7VqN5tD&ra=m

09/02/2026

UNI has an amazing "boot camp" opportunity to learn from industry professionals about metal casting and forging. A hot topic of interest for the maker community, but often out of reach. This is your chance.

Beautiful and powerful native Salesforce events platform.

06/25/2026

We have summer intern positions available, for individuals interested in social media, marketing, and event planning. Lots of news on our website:

About: Our new partner and new plans, new workshops, and upcoming events.

AFIL already owned a large building that happened to have 10,000 ++  square foot of underutilized space. Sprinkler and other costly code compliance issues already met, we are finishing the design phase for what promises to be a great space makerspace. 

06/12/2026

Fom our CVM member slack channel. Frame, in a Frame, in a frame? Todd made a great fridge magnetic frame design that is easily customized and cut out using our laser. The center scrap from the frame was perfect for the doggy themed frame. Todd will share his designs if you want to get started on Christmas.

06/01/2026

The 4 x 8 CNC at the space got a new spoil board today. A lot of miles on the old one and more than a few deep cuts. It happens

05/23/2026

Great morning to come to see the makerspace and join us for a cup of coffee. The West Door will be unlocked and the space open for walk-ups 9-11a.

05/21/2026

Cedar Valley Makers Member and ceramic artist is showing her art at the Waterloo Center for the Waterloo Center for the Arts.

Amythest Warrington - A ceramic artist and educator known for her emotionally resonant installations exploring themes of love, grief, and memory. You will occassionaly see her at Cedar Valley Makers working on forms and settings to create and display her art.

There is a reception and gallery talk this Friday from 5:30-7:30pm at the Waterloo Center for the Arts. The exhibition is up through November.

05/20/2026

05/01/2026

CVM is working in Partnership with AFIL to move and expand our Makerspace into 10,000 SQFT at the AFIL location. Tomorrow, AFIL is having an open house. BBQ and community supporting veterans 4 - 6