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To Bodge (v), to make or repair hastily, to MacGyver

We’re a makerspace and social group in Madison, WI.
We offer the tools and space to bring your ideas to life!
We’re member-run, so jump on board and help us build something awesome!

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Classes & Programs

We offer a variety of classes and host many no-cost community programs.



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Tools and Space

Tools & Space

We have (literally) tons of tools spread across all kinds of making and plenty of space to use them.

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Our Community

Whether learning a tool, honing a craft, building a business, or finding a creative group of makers, this is your place to build skills and community!

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Guests are always welcome at the Bodgery. But there are benefits to becoming a member! Members have 24/7 access to all of our tools, storage space, member-only classes and communication channels, and a vote in community decisions.

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What We've Been Up To

Pete B made these adorable Lego-shaped floating sh Pete B made these adorable Lego-shaped floating shelves.

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Here's another amazing collection of metal sculptu Here's another amazing collection of metal sculptures by Tyler Willenbrink.
Nickolas Hein made this handy transportable tool c Nickolas Hein made this handy transportable tool cabinet for Bikes for Kids so they can bring tools along to support off-site events like bike rodeos and festivals.  Nickolas notes that the cabinet wasn't quite complete when he took this photo . 

Nickolas bought the plywood for the case and pegboard for the front from Habitat Restore - making the total project cost about $15.  All other wood came from his stash.  And all hardware was from the Bodgery's hardware drawers that Nickolas-sorted meticulously (and much gratittude to Nickolas for that on behalf of Bodgery members!). 

Nickolas is grateful to Mike L for some perfectly nifty 3D printed buckle latches that close the front doors. (not shown).

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Aly Seeger says, "I realize it’s topsy turvy but t Aly Seeger says, "I realize it’s topsy turvy but that’s why it appealed to me. My friend is a massive Wicked fan so when my first ever 'vase' looked like a tornado instead, I rolled with it, lol. I think once the glazing was added, it turned out really cool." Aly has since then gifted this absolutely charming vase to her lucky Wicked fan friend.
Sydney Thomas shares this great sign made in a rec Sydney Thomas shares this great sign made in a recent Bodgery laser cut marquetry class.
Tyler Willenbrink is working with @ORA Off-Road Ac Tyler Willenbrink is working with @ORA Off-Road Accessibility, a local non-profit making off-road accessibility possible for individuals with diverse needs. For this recent project, they built the stand to help improve ergonomics when converting recumbent bicycles to electric.
Christine Knecht made these two beautiful counter Christine Knecht made these two beautiful counter tops out of White Oak.
Ivraj, Ralph, and Al are shown here working on fin Ivraj, Ralph, and Al are shown here working on fine-tuning our Tormach CNC Mill and setting up a training curriculum for members with metal projects! Also helping, but behind the camera, is Fred.

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Britany Benoit says, "Joe and I made these meditat Britany Benoit says, "Joe and I made these meditation benches, but I will let him take credit for the idea and most of the physical work..."
Pete B made a Chris Schwarz inspired workbench top Pete B made a Chris Schwarz inspired workbench top. It's 5 inches thick x 24 inches wide x 90 inches long.

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Johnathan Walton made this amazing boiled wool cap Johnathan Walton made this amazing boiled wool cap. The hat is hand knitted, then boiled, and finally dried to fit.
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Ronnie Reeder had to take a trip to Minneapolis re Ronnie Reeder had to take a trip to Minneapolis recently, so he used the 3D printer to make himself a new cover for his Cochlear Implant magnet.
The Bodgery Plastics area recently hosted a meetup The Bodgery Plastics area recently hosted a meetup and these are the results.

PETG spike
PLA big heart
PLA rectangles
HDPE little hearts
Mystery plastic bottle cap mash
Britany Benoit made this beauty. Britany Benoit made this beauty.
Here are some student pieces from a recent Encaust Here are some student pieces from a recent Encaustic Class. If you are interested in learning encaustic, another class is scheduled for March 21. To learn more or sign up, there is a link to the class in our Bio.
The Bodgery has created a new display and exhibit The Bodgery has created a new display and exhibit area near our main entrance. In March, member Tom Sweeney is displaying some of his photos and found object assemblies there. Each Sunday in March, he is hosting a reception with coffee and cookies from 11 am until 1 pm. Come check it out!
Ronnie Reeder's mortar cracked, so he made her a n Ronnie Reeder's mortar cracked, so he made her a new one.
Some gorgeous work by Britany Benoit. Some gorgeous work by Britany Benoit.
Jennifer Shattuck-Falkowski made this amazing face Jennifer Shattuck-Falkowski made this amazing face vase I made in the Ceramics Area.
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740 Oscar Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
862-BODGE-ME (862-263-4363) | contact@thebodgery.org
Public tours are available on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month, 7-9pm!
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