Makerspace in Bend Oregon
DIYcave is a community makerspace in Bend Oregon where people come to build, learn, and create using professional tools and equipment. We are Bend’s shared workshop where people come to build, learn, and create using professional tools and equipment. Whether you're a beginner learning something new or an experienced maker working on a complex project, DIYcave provides the space, tools, and community to help you bring your ideas to life.
What Is A Makerspace?
A makerspace is a shared workshop where people can access tools, equipment, and workspace that would normally be too expensive or impractical to own at home.
Instead of buying every tool yourself, you can use the equipment in a community environment where people share knowledge, learn new skills, and work on projects together.
At DIYcave, members build everything from furniture and metal sculptures to stained glass, jewelry, van conversions, electronics, and art installations. Some people come to learn new skills, others come to finish projects, and many simply enjoy being part of a creative community.
Why Use A Makerspace?
A makerspace gives you access to tools and workspace that would normally be expensive or difficult to maintain at home. Instead of buying every tool yourself, you can work in a fully equipped shop while learning from a community of experienced makers.
People use DIYcave to:
• Build furniture and woodworking projects
• Learn welding and metalworking
• Create stained glass and jewelry
• Work on vehicles or large projects
• Prototype inventions and business ideas
Tools Available
DIYcave provides access to a wide range of professional tools and equipment across multiple shop areas, including:
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Woodworking tools and machinery
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Metalworking and welding equipment
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Stained glass and glass art tools
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Jewelry and lapidary equipment
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Automotive tools and vehicle lift
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CNC machines and digital fabrication tools
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Laser cutters and 3D printers
Members can access equipment across multiple shops once they complete the appropriate safety training or certification.
👉 View the full tool list: www.diycave.com/toollist
Classes You Can Take
DIYcave offers hands-on classes taught by experienced instructors who guide students through real projects while learning practical skills.
Popular classes include:
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Welding and metal fabrication
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Woodworking and furniture building
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Stained glass and Fused glass art
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Jewelry making
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Blacksmithing
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Digital fabrication, 3D Printing and CNC tools
Most classes are beginner friendly and designed so students leave with a finished project and the confidence to continue creating.
👉 Browse upcoming classes: www.diycave.com/classes
Membership Options
DIYcave memberships provide access to shop space, tools, and the creative community.
Members can:
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Use shop equipment for personal projects
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Access multiple shop areas
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Work independently once certified on tools
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Participate in member events and maker meetups
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Learn new skills through classes and training
Memberships are designed to support both casual makers and people working on larger or ongoing projects.
👉 Learn more about memberships: www.diycave.com/membership
Who DIYcave Is For
DIYcave is open to anyone who enjoys building, learning, and creating.
Our members include:
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Hobbyists and DIY enthusiasts
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Artists and craftspeople
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Entrepreneurs and small business owners
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Engineers and designers
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Students and lifelong learners
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People restoring cars or building custom projects
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Anyone curious about making things
You don’t need prior experience — just curiosity and a willingness to learn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience to use a makerspace?
No. Many people start by taking a class or private instruction to learn tools safely.
Can beginners join DIYcave?
Yes. Classes and certification training help beginners learn tools safely before using the shop independently.
Do I need a membership to use DIYcave?
Membership provides discounted shop access and classes, but many people first visit by taking a class or attending an event.
How to visit or join
The easiest way to experience DIYcave is to:
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Stop in for a tour Thursday - Sunday
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Take a class
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Attend a public event
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Become a member
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Schedule private instruction
Once you're here, you'll quickly see how much is possible when tools, knowledge, and creativity come together in one place.
👉 Contact us or plan your visit: www.diycave.com/contact-us
Visit DIYcave Makerspace in Bend
DIYcave is located at 444 SE 9th Street in Bend, Oregon and serves makers from across Central Oregon including Redmond, Sisters, Sunriver, Prineville and La Pine.
Visitors are welcome to:
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take a class
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schedule a tour
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become a member
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attend community events
DIYcave is the largest community makerspace in Bend, Oregon, offering shared workshops for woodworking, metal, glass, jewelry, automotive, and digital fabrication.