Creative Escape

Schedule

Fri May 22 2026 at 09:00 am to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Thinkwell Makerspace Innovations, NFP | Decatur, IL

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A cozy, no-frills crafting weekend at Makewell Makerspace.
About this Event

Most creative projects don’t fail because of lack of ideas. They stall because life gets in the way.

Creative Escape at Makewell is designed to fix that. For three days we’re opening the space as a focused open studio where you can bring a project and finally make real progress. No lectures. No rigid schedule. Just dedicated time, tools, and a room full of people working on their own creative pursuits.

Bring a painting, a sculpture, a story, a design, a prototype, or something you’ve been putting off for months. Set up your workspace and get into the flow.

Spots are limited so everyone has room to work.

This weekend is your chance to escape distractions and just make. This is a relaxed, social crafting event — mixed skill levels welcome.
No classes. No pressure. No schedule. Just you, a big table, and uninterrupted creative time.

What’s Included:

  • Your own table space + chair
  • WiFi
  • Bathroom access
  • Trash & recycling
  • Power (bring a power strip!)
  • Two Cricut Explore Air 2 machines available onsite


Bring your supplies, bring a task light if you like good lighting, and bring whatever makes your creative heart happy.

No food is provided, but there are restaurants nearby — or feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks.Important Notes

  • Come and go as you please throughout the weekend
  • Open to both members and non-members
  • If the event is canceled, you’ll be notified by email


No table reservations, first come first served.
If you’ve been craving uninterrupted project time and creative energy around you, this is your weekend.

Let’s escape — and make something beautiful.


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Where is it happening?

Thinkwell Makerspace Innovations, NFP, 120 North Franklin Street, Decatur, United States

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Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 20.00

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