Craftpunk
Craftpunk at HSBNE is a community-driven initiative focused on various craft-based activities that blend traditional skills with modern technology. Whether you’re into textiles, jewelry making, leatherwork, glasswork, or other crafts, Craftpunk provides a creative space for exploration and collaboration.
The tools
These are some of the key tools available at Craftpunk to help members with their craft projects.
Sublimation Printer
Sublimation printing is a digital printing technique that uses heat to transfer dye directly into a material. It results in high-quality, durable prints for fabrics, ceramics, and other materials.
Vacuum Chamber
A vacuum chamber is used to remove air and gases, ensuring bubble-free castings for resin and other materials, often used in crafting to improve the finish.
Vinyl Cutter
A vinyl cutter is a computer-controlled machine that cuts intricate designs and shapes out of vinyl sheets, perfect for creating decals, signs, and stencils.
Badge Maker
A badge maker presses printed designs into custom badges or buttons. Perfect for creating event memorabilia or personal accessories.
Embroidery Machine
Computer-controlled embroidery machines that stitch detailed designs into fabric, ideal for textile art and custom garment creation.
Overlocker
Used for sewing, trimming, and finishing fabric edges to prevent fraying and provide a professional finish, especially for stretch and knit fabrics.
Glass Grinder
A glass grinder smooths edges and reshapes glass pieces, particularly useful for stained glass crafting and other detailed glasswork projects.