Skruben Blog

Enclosed Face Shield Hood Pattern Tutorial
I have been worrying a lot about our re-entry to school and daily life, since there are still so many questions about how contagious and dangerous the COVID-19 virus is. In an attempt to stop wallowing in my worry, I got to work coming up with a pattern for a fully-enclosed fabric and clear plastic face shield.
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Learn to Make Soap & Bath Bombs, Too!
Since moving into our shop space a couple years ago, we have been able to offer classes for people interested in learning the steps to cold process (traditional) soapmaking. The space only allows for small groups, so it's a great...
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DIY Chalkboard Book Ends
I have a great little reading nook in my classroom and decided that I needed to get serious this summer about organizing books for my students. I needed bookends to hold up the stacks, but also needed a place where I...
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