Lizzy Gee, a sustainable fashion designer, leads a lesson in how to make various accessories by upcycling fabric scraps and using them as the decorative colorant within eco-resin! They’ve been experimenting and honing this innovative craft, that uses a material that is NOT plastic to mold into any shape you can imagine. They use the genius method of embedding the smallest scraps from their collections, so that nothing goes to waste.

This workshop is perfect for those who want learn to do resin-pours, textile artists who want to make brilliant use of your smallest scraps, and anyone who wants to spend a few hours making your own beautiful jewelry, beads, pendants, keychains, or experiment with a new sustainable method! Choose between a pair of earrings, necklace, buttons and/or keychain!

All materials are supplied! Eco-Resin, molds, and a dehydrator for a faster drying process! Bring your own beloved too-good-to-toss scraps, or use Lizzy Gee’s gorgeous textile tidbits! Also, while we wait for your creations to dry, feel free to bring your own mending/sewing/textile projects and get advice from a seasoned sustainable designer about next steps. Lizzy is open to all levels of maker and hopes to see you there!

No experience required! You just need to be interested in sustainability and/or textiles. Everyone is welcome.

Your Instructor:

Lizzy has always found it natural to express her ideas with a visual language. Lizzy saw the design process as a self-empowering tool to make her ideas transcend to reality and foster a genuine inclusivity. By age 11, she was creating entire collections from inspiration to runway. A native of Philadelphia, Lizzy moved to Brooklyn, New York to pursue her dream of creating a sustainable, inclusive fashion brand. She attended Pratt Institute after earning a scholarship in their Fashion Design program. After graduating with honors in 2018, she continued to develop her brand and has showcased her collections in Fashion Weeks in New York, London, and Philadelphia. Not only did she launch her business within the first of year of graduating, but also founded a sustainable New York Fashion Week initiative called IMPACT NYFW. Practicing sustainable design with her brand, she wanted to further transcend eco-conscious methods in regards to how designs were presented by acting on another passion- event production. IMPACT is an annual, alternative New York fashion week platform for emerging, sustainable designers to showcase their work while making an impact beyond the runway by donating ticket proceeds to an environmental non-profit. Along with IMPACT, her award-winning designs have been showcased in galleries at Moore College of Art and Design, University of the Arts Philadelphia, Pratt Institute, and Screaming Mimi’s NYC front window display. While studying fashion at Pratt, Lizzy apprenticed for many successful designers, including Christian Siriano, Badgley Mischka, Mara Hoffman, and Nicola Formichetti. Not only have her colorful designs been worn by music artists, such as, Grimes and Kimbra, but they’ve also been highlighted in publications including British Vogue and Schon! magazine. Lizzy is continuing to build her sustainable brand with the mission of giving the world innovative perspectives of beauty and functional design by breaking the boundaries of social constructs limiting our potential as individuals.

This is a masks optional workshop.

As with all NYC Resistor events, this class is 18+ and governed by our Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct, as well as accessibility information, can be found at www.nycresistor.com/participate/.

Meal Prep 101: Mapo Tofu

Date: June 21, 2025

Time: 5PM EST

Location: NYC Resistor

Join the Discussion/What do You Want To Cook: https://discord.gg/NtdYJrjk

Welcome to Meal Prep 101: Mapo Tofu! The thesis of this series is to teach and practice basic knife skills, increase comfortability in the kitchen, and develop knowledge of flavor combinations, portion-size, produce selection, and active refrigerator inventory to better feed oneself with healthy, delicious, and affordable meals.

Each class will take home between 3 and 8 portions of pre-prepared, or low-effort meals along with spice blends, marinates, and other kitchen essentials to make cooking easier and better at home.

Meals will center around vegetables. Groceries will be PROVIDED with RSVP.

Please discuss for other dietary restrictions or allergies before attending. We will do our best to accommodate.

Menu:

• Mapo Tofu
• String Beans
• Ginger Rice
• Picked Radish
• TBD

Masks optional

Paypal/Zelle is under phone number 631 371 1168 (Tix 85$)

Venmo is @winston-chiang

Instagram is @ouroboros.in.reverse

Join us at NYC Resistor, a makerspace in Brooklyn for an electrifying Synthesizer Night! Get ready to unleash your creativity, explore sonic landscapes, and connect with fellow synth enthusiasts in an evening dedicated to the mesmerizing world of synthesizers. This is a pay-what-you-wish event (recommended donation $8).

Synthesizer Night at NYC Resistor is a celebration of all things synthesizer. Whether you’re a seasoned musician, an avid collector, or simply fascinated by the possibilities of electronic sound, this event offers a unique opportunity to gather with like-minded individuals and revel in the captivating soundscape of synthesizers.

At Synthesizer Night, participants are encouraged to bring their own synthesizers, from vintage analog gems to cutting-edge modular wonders. It’s a chance to showcase your personal setup, experiment with new equipment, and dive into the rich sonic tapestry that synthesizers offer.

For those looking to enhance the collaborative experience, consider arriving early to connect your synthesizer to a MIDI/CV clock. This allows for synchronized timing among all instruments, creating a seamless musical fusion during impromptu jam sessions.

In addition to the collaborative jam sessions, the event provides a unique opportunity for a show and tell/play with anything that attendees bring. Share your favorite gear, experiment with different setups, and engage in hands-on exploration of various synthesizers and electronic music equipment.

The event unfolds in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, providing a platform for musicians, enthusiasts, and curious minds to connect, collaborate, and share their passion for synthesis. Whether you’re a beginner seeking guidance or an expert eager to inspire others, Synthesizer Night is the perfect setting to engage in conversations, exchange knowledge, and foster a vibrant community.

Throughout the evening, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in impromptu jam sessions, where the collective energy of multiple synthesizers intertwines to create awe-inspiring sounds. Experience the joy of collaborating with fellow musicians, experiment with different genres and styles, and let the unique characteristics of each instrument shape your sonic explorations.

Additionally, for those who wish to showcase their skills and perform, there will be dedicated performance slots. Take center stage, captivate the audience, and let your creativity soar as you demonstrate the full potential of your synthesizer setup. To sign up for a performance slot, email [email protected] or join our Discord and post to #synth.

Whether you’re an ardent synth enthusiast, an aspiring musician, or simply curious about the captivating world of synthesizers, Synthesizer Night at NYC Resistor is an event that will inspire, educate, and leave you in awe of the boundless possibilities that electronic sound offers. Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in an evening of music, collaboration, and innovation. Mark your calendars, pack up your favorite synths, and join us at NYC Resistor for a night you won’t soon forget. We can’t wait to see you there!

This is a masks optional event.

As with all NYC Resistor events, this class is 18+ and governed by our Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct, as well as accessibility information, can be found at www.nycresistor.com/participate/.

This workshop is perfect for beginners and hobbyists looking to dive into machine embroidery using Ink/Stitch (InkEmbroidery)—a free and powerful extension for Inkscape. You’ll learn how to design, digitize, and stitch your own patterns with confidence!

What You’ll Learn:

Setting up Ink/Stitch (InkEmbroidery) in Inkscape

Creating and digitizing embroidery designs

Understanding stitch types, paths, and settings

Exporting files for embroidery machines

Hands-on practice with real embroidery stitching!

What to Bring:

A laptop (Windows or Linux preferred)

If you don’t have a laptop, no worries! We have a limited number available for use.

This workshop will be taught be Resistor member Karen.

This is a masks optional event.

As with all NYC Resistor events, this class is 18+ and governed by our Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct, as well as accessibility information, can be found at www.nycresistor.com/participate/.

Please note that refunds must be requested 24 hours in advance. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

This is a masks required class. Please stay home if you are sick to prioritize the needs of the our immune compromised community.

The class:

I will teach you how to crochet at a beginner level in general along with the techniques you will need to create two different flowers – a daisy and a forget-me-not! Once you are done with both, we will move on to adding metals and using supplies to either make a keychain or make a second copy and a pair of earrings!

Before starting the flowers, you will choose whether you want to make earrings or a chain or keychain with your flower, and based on that, I’ll help you choose a good hook size to use for your design. If you want to bring your own hooks to use, that’s great too. We will be using green, yellow, white, and blue yarn that we will provide and your ticket purchase will include.

I’m going to go step by step and will be happy to correct your hands, hook, or yarn techniques in person almost like a yoga instructor as I teach you the fundamentals. We will go through how to chain, single crochet, double crochet, slip stitch, weave in ends, and how I use the techniques for my crochet earring business where I sell similar products! Once we practice and go through these fundamentals, I’ll apply the techniques for the flower with you following the pattern.

I’ll be showing you and walking through what the instructions mean and how it looks in real time! I’ll teach you how to finish both flowers along with how to weave in the ends of the yarn like I do for my own earrings. Then we will select which metals you need from the Resistor’s supplies and I’ll help you use pliers to attach the metals to the flowers and the keychain circle or earring hooks. If you want to make another copy of one of the earrings to have a matching pair, there will also be time for that if you want to stay longer with me to help you through it a second time.

Who is this class for:

This class is good for someone who has never crocheted before, someone starting out, a beginner, or someone with a little experience who wants to learn to make the flowers and get some spring accessories out of a refresher class, or someone who is more experienced than that but still would benefit from a class on how to crochet some flowers and make earrings or a keychain out of them.

Please reach out for a pay-what-you-can/free ticket if you are unable to purchase a ticket due to a financial barrier. We will have a few need-based spots available if you email [email protected]

The Instructor:
I have been crocheting for many years now, and I am now a small business seller of crochet earrings- on Etsy and on display @ theNonbinarianBike bookstore. I have made hundreds of crochet flowers and designed some of my own for various projects, and love it dearly.
Crocheting has been so much better than I could have guessed for my creative self. It got me through grad school and an unpaid internship, and so many trainings without losing my mind. It is one of my favorite ways to stim as a Neurodivergent while working towards a project. I have a background in mental health and a lot of experience teaching/explaining things/webinar presenting/etc., and I love learning and helping folks gain access to creative therapeutic resources like crafting and crochet.

Please sign up early, as we need 5 students enrolled to run the class.

We are a proactively inclusive space, and prioritize creating opportunities for the whole community to engage with our events, across all identities of race, creed, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical appearance, and ability; please read our Code of Conduct to familiarize yourself with our community’s values before attending. We are also an 18+ space, and accessibility information can be found here.