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NE Seattle and Shoreline Tool Libraries
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We promote an economy of reuse and sharing through our tool libraries, classes, and reuse store 🛠️

Come visit us at our NE Seattle Tool Library or Shoreline Tool Library today!
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The NE Seattle Tool Library & Shoreline Tool Library host a variety of classes and events every month!

This December, you could gain access to five 3D printers, create gifts for the holidays, or get a household good repaired. Join us at the tool libraries for some engaging learning experiences! 🛠️⬇️
The first page of the Seattle REconomy’s December Class & Event Schedule, which also mentions that folks can sign up on seattlereconomy.org/events. That website also has the most up-to-date information. Events take place at the NE Seattle Tool Library (NESTL) and the Shoreline Tool Library (STL). The following lists the upcoming classes and events: Fix-It Night on 12/4 at 5–8pm at NESTL; CAD for 3D Printing on 12/6 at 3:30–5:30pm at STL; Sewing Wrapping Cloths and Cloth Napkins on 12/7 at 1–4pm at STL; 3D Printer Orientation: The Basics on 12/9 at 5–6:30pm at STL; Community Threads on 12/13 at 12–3pm at STL; Woodshop Orientation on 12/13 at 1–4pm at NESTL; Learn the Basics of Needle Felting and Make a Holiday Ornament on 12/13 at 3–4pm at STL; Community Threads on 12/14 at 2–5pm at NESTL; Beeswax Candle Dipping & Wraps on 12/14 at 6–7:30pm at NESTL; Fix-It Night on 12/17 at 5–8pm at STL; 3D Printer Orientation: The Basics on 12/18 at 5–6:30pm at NESTL. The second page of the Seattle REconomy’s December Class & Event Schedule, which also mentions that folks can sign up on seattlereconomy.org/events. That website also has the most up-to-date information. Events take place at the NE Seattle Tool Library (NESTL) and the Shoreline Tool Library (STL). The following lists the upcoming classes and events: Woodshop Open Hours (Woodshop Orientation Required) on 2/4 at 9–11am at NESTL; Regular Woodshop Open Hours on 12/7 at 9–11am at NESTL; Regular Woodshop Open Hours on 12/21 at 9–11am at NESTL; Regular Woodshop Open Hours on 12/20 at 12:30–3:30pm at NESTL; Regular Woodshop Open Hours on 12/12 at 6–9pm at NESTL; Regular Woodshop Open Hours on 12/19 at 6–9pm at NESTL; Project Support on 12/4 at 1–4pm at NESTL. It also states that the Workshop Open Hours (Workshop Orientation required) will be offered at 9–11am on 12/7 and 12/21; 12:30–3:30pm on 12/20; and 6–9pm on 12/12 and 12/19. The sold-out classes (waitlist available on event page) are as follows, with all next available classes to be determined: Woodshop Open Hours on 2/4 at 9–11am; Learn to Make a Whisk Broom on 12/7; Woodshop Orientation on 12/8 & 12/22 (next available class 12/13). There is also a list of what to look out for in 2026, and it recommends that folks follow along and sign up for class/event notifications. The list includes new lawn & garden tool sale (with bikes), a textile-based class series, and introductory classes, as well as a gardening-focused class series, along with more Woodshop Orientations, your favorite classes and instructors, and Machine Sewing 101.
December 1, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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This is the second year we've had the chance to run the Shoreline Sustainable Skill Series, which included ELEVEN discounted classes, from sewing to home maintenance, and one Clothing Swap. It went amazingly, and we're incredibly grateful that we had the opportunity to offer this to the community 📚🫶
An adult helps a kid with hot glue at a craft table near the back of the Shoreline Tool Library during the Kids Make an Upcycled Holiday Ornament class. Someone stands at the front of a Basic Home Maintenance class, seated in the Shoreline Tool Library. One person in the lcass is smiling while the teacher talks to them. A bird's-eye view of two people looking at stitching on some fabric as they learn how to sew during Machine Sewing 101. Someone takes a close look at the edge of some loppers to see how sharp the blades are during Tool Sharpening class.
November 27, 2025 at 2:54 AM
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Learn More and Sign up for Wrapping Cloths and Cloth Napkins: seattlereconomy.org/event/sewing...
📍 Shoreline Tool Library (16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline)
📅 Sunday, December 7
🕐 1–4pm
💰: $35–$75 (sliding scale)
A rectangular box wrapped beautifully in patterned, red cloth. The bottom text reads, "Sewing Wrapping Cloths and Cloth Napkins. Turn simple squares of fabric into beautifully finished cloth napkins or gift wrapping cloths. Basic sewing knowledge required.". It also states that the class will take place on Sunday, December 7, from 1-4pm, at the Shoreline Tool Library for $35–$75.
November 26, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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Hey Seattle, it's Circular Monday, and we're celebrating with 25% off our Reuse Materials Store from 3–8pm, which is full of salvaged building materials, pre-loved tools, and other miscellaneous items. Support eco-friendly shopping, grab some treats, and get a sticker to show off your support ♻️🛍️
Someone sits next to a table full of snacks and goodies at the back of the Shoreline Tool Library. They are holding two Seattle REconomy Circular Economy stickers over their eyes, and they have a sign pinned to their shirt that talks about the Circular Monday 25% off Reuse Materials Store sale.
November 25, 2025 at 1:21 AM
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Last week, the NE Seattle Tool Library was full of community chatter! We are so thankful for everyone, and we are happy to have had the opportunity to host the Fall Harvest Festival to celebrate another wonderful year of the tool library community 🥧🍂
The Cider Sippers take a break from playing music to look at something in the distance. Two other folks sitting in front of them under the tent look behind at whatever is going on as well. SeaWitch Morris dances around the front of the NE Seattle Tool Librayr while a crowd of folks watches. Folks line up to get a slice of pie from a table full of a variety of pies. Someone shows off a shirt with the 2025 Fall Harvest Festival logo stamped onto it. People nearby look at it.
November 24, 2025 at 2:26 AM
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We're coming up on the last week of November, which will be the final week of the Shoreline Food Drive! The Shoreline Tool Library is just one of many drop-off sites, and we've been seeing some wonderful support from the community 🥫🫶
Ava is squatting next to a full bin of donations to the Hopelink Shoreline Food Drive. The front desk and the rest of the Shoreline Tool Library Drive are behind them.
November 23, 2025 at 3:23 AM
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Sign Up & Learn More about Volunteer Training & Refresher: seattlereconomy.org/event/novemb...
📍 Shoreline Tool Library (16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline)
📅 Wednesday, November 26
🕕 6–8pm
A volunteer shows someone how to use a chainsaw, which is sitting on a rolling cart near the front of the Shoreline Tool Library Reuse Materials Store. The bottom text reads, "Volunteer Training & Refresher. Discover how you can support the tool libraries by helping members, fixing tools, doing outreach, or joining a committee. Everyone is welcome!". It also states that the class is on Wednesday, November 26, from 6-8pm, at the Shoreline Tool Library.
November 20, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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As a holiday gift for our lovely NE Seattle & Shoreline tool library community, we’re buying brand new tools for you to borrow! You have until December 23rd to let us know what you'd like, and we'll add some of the most-desired tools to our inventory for you to check out in 2026 🎁🛠️
Jeremey poses, ready for action, in the Shoreline Tool Library, holding the hose of the shop vac in front of him, which has a green bow drawn on it. The text reads, "Which tool do YOU want for the holidays?".
November 14, 2025 at 11:51 PM
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Sign up and learn more here: seattlereconomy.org/event/fix-it...
📍 Shoreline Tool Library (16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline)
📅 Wednesday, November 19
🕕 5pm-8pm
💰: FREE
Fixers and folks from the community surround a table full of household goods and tools. The bottom text reads, "Fix-It Night. Bring your broken items (tools, lamps, toys, furniture, and more) to the NE Seattle Tool Library for a night of fixing and community building!". It also states that the event is taking place on Wednesday, November 19, from 5-8pm, at the Shoreline Tool Library for free.
November 13, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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Someone just built this really nice wooden turntable console in our Woodshop at the NE Seattle Tool Library. Kodak, their dog, is very content with this new addition to their home 💽🪚
The newly built wooden turntable console sits nicely between two speakers. Records and photos are on shelves above. Kodak the dog sits happily in front of it all. A portrait of Kodak the dog sitting in front of the newly crafted, wooden turntable console.
November 12, 2025 at 2:51 AM
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Learn More & Sign Up for Handmade Holiday Cards: seattlereconomy.org/event/handma...
📍 Shoreline Tool Library (16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline)
📅 Sunday, November 23
🕐 1–3pm
💰: $20–$40 (sliding scale)
Holiday-themed cards, scissors, stamps, stickers, and other craft material spread out on a table. The bottom text reads, "Handmade Holiday Cards. Make about 10 festive cards to send this holiday season using stamps, stickers, glitter glue, paper tape and other paper-crafting supplies! Age 13+". It also states that the class will take place on Sunday, November 23, from 1-3pm, at the Shoreline Tool Library for $20–$40.
November 11, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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Learn More and RSVP for the Fall Harvest Festival: seattlereconomy.org/event/fall-h...
📍 NE Seattle Tool Library (10228 Fischer Pl NE, Seattle)
📅 Saturday, November 15
🕐 1–4pm
💰: Free
A flyer for the Fall Harvest Festival happening on Saturday, November 15, from 1-4pm at the NE Seattle Tool Library (10228 Fischer Pl NE, Seattle, WA 98125). Everyone is invited to an afternoon of community-driven festivities. The flyer mentions that there will be a pie potluck; cider pressing; t-shirt, totebag, & sweatshirt decorating; food, drinks, & live music; and an open house at the tool library. The flyer encourages folks to RSVP with the link in the post. The main pictures show two shirts smiling and pointing towards a customized NE Seattle Tool Library t-shirt. Green guys are holding a cake, apples, and singing in the corners of the photo. There are logos for Seattle REconomy, the NE Seattle Tool Library, and the event on the bottom next to contact information (seattlereconomy.org for the website, info@seattlereconomy.org for the email, and (206) 524-6062 for the phone numer.
November 9, 2025 at 3:56 AM
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Learn More about the Clothing Swap: seattlereconomy.org/event/stay-w...
📍 Shoreline Tool Library (16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline)
📅 Sunday, November 9
🕐 1–2pm for Donation Drop-Off Window
🕑2–4pm for Clothing Swap (RSVP/Waitlist Available on Event Page)
💰: Free
The background picture has someone showing off a couple of pieces of clothing that are hanging off the side of a canopy. There are racks of clothing that someone is sorting underneath, and a table full of clothing in the foreground. This is outside of the Shoreline Tool Library parking lot. The text reads, "Clothing Swap. Looking for winter clothing donations! November 9, from 1-2pm @ Shoreline Tool Library." The bottom text, which has icons of different clothing, reads, "Clean and gently-used coats, sweaters, jackets, hats, scarves, gloves, boots, and raingear for all ages are welcome and appreciated".
November 9, 2025 at 12:34 AM
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One of our fabulous volunteers, Anne Lise, showed us how to use electric engravers to label our tools! With all the wear & tear our tools go through, our pen-written labels tend to fade, so this was a fun alternative to explore 🔨🪛

(This is from the NE Seattle Tool Library & Shoreline Tool Library!)
Anne Lise uses a tool engraver to etch into a gardening trowel. The text reads, "The tool library has... electric engravers‽" with an arrow pointed towards the electric engraver. A close-up of Anne Lise's engraving on a gardening trowel.
November 6, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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💍Making your own jewelry is a wonderful way to express your personality. Join Liz, who has taught these skills for years!

Sign Up & Learn More about Making Jewelry Gifts: Earrings and Bracelets: seattlereconomy.org/event/making...
📍 Shoreline Tool Library
📅 11/16, 1–3pm
💰: $25–$45 (sliding scale)
Colorful beads and bracelets scattered around a table. The bottom text reads, "Making Jewelry Gifts: Earrings and Bracelets. String beads for earrings and a memory wire bracelet from a wide selection of beads. Students may also bring their own! Age 18+". It also states that the class will take place on November 16, from 1-3pm, at the Shoreline Tool Library for $25–$45.
November 3, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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🖨️ Pick a design and get it printed on one of our 3D printers. While you're at it, gain access to our 3D printers permanently!

Sign Up & Learn More about 3D Printed Holiday Tchochkes: seattlereconomy.org/event/3d-pri...
📍 Shoreline Tool Library
📅 11/16, 10:30am–12pm
💰: $25–$60 (sliding scale)
A Prusa 3D Printer sitting on a wooden shelf with a couple of 3D printed knick-knacks next to it. The bottom text reads, "3D Printed Holiday Tchotchkes. Pick a design, prepare it, and set it up on our 3D printers. You will likely have to return another day for your print. Age 13+. Membership required". It also states that the class will take place on November 16, from 10:30am-12pm, at the Shoreline Tool Library for $25–$60.
November 3, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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🪡 Tired of chasing pins off the table or misplacing them mid-project? That's what pin cushions are for, so come make your own with Susan and Jen!

Sign Up & Learn More about Make a Pin Cushion: seattlereconomy.org/event/make-a...
📍 NE Seattle Tool Library
📅 11/16, 10–11am
💰: $15–$30 (sliding scale)
A variety of colorful pin cushions sitting in different small vessels. The bottom text reads, "Make a Pin Cushion. Turn small mason jars, cups, pots, or vessels into pin cushions! You may bring your own supplies. Beginner friendly/Age 10+". It also states that the class will take place on November 16, from 10-11am at the NE Seattle Tool Library for $15–$30.
November 3, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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🔨 Shoreline Tool Library Community Threads RSVP: seattlereconomy.org/event/commun...
📍 Shoreline Tool Library
📅 Saturday, November 8
🕕 12pm–3pm

⛏ NE Seattle Tool Library Community Threads RSVP: seattlereconomy.org/event/commun...
📍 NE Seattle Tool Library
📅 Sunday, November 9
🕕 2pm–5pm
Folks sit around a table working on different textile projects. The bottom text reads, "Community Threads. Bring your textile crafts and connect with others! This is not a class, but a place to work alongside others, while you mend, create, and share.". It also states the two upcoming instances and their info, which is organized in the post.
November 2, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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Our November classes & events (located in NE Seattle & Shoreline) center on community, repair, & handmade crafts. This month, you could get into woodworking, create holiday gifts, or make lasting memories with your loved ones. Join us at the tool libraries for some engaging learning experiences! 🛠️📖
The first page of the Seattle REconomy's November Class & Event Schedule, which also mentions that folks can sign up on seattlereconomy.org/events. That website also has the most up-to-date information. Events take place at the NE Seattle Tool Library (NESTL) and the Shoreline Tool Library (STL). The following lists the upcoming classes and events: 3D Printer Orientation: Foundations of CAD on 11/1 at 3:30–6pm at STL; Workshop Orientation on 11/2 at 8–11am at NESTL; Kids Make an Upcycled Holiday Ornament (S4) on 11/2 at 10–11:30am at STL; Workshop Orientation on 11/3 at 5–8pm at NESTL; Fix-It Night on 11/6 at 5–8pm at NESTL; Community Threads on 11/8 at 12–3pm at STL; Sew a Waxed Canvas Tool Roll on 11/9 at 10am–1pm at STL; Community Threads on 11/9 at 2–5pm at NESTL; 3D Printer Orientation: The Basics on 11/11 at 5–6:30pm at STL; Fall Harvest Festival on 11/15 at 1–4pm at NESTL; Make a Pin Cushion on 11/16 at 10–11am at NESTL; 3D Printed Holiday Tchotchkes on 11/16 at 10:30am–12pm at STL; Workshop Orientation on 11/16 at 11am–2pm at NESTL. The second page of the Seattle REconomy's November Class & Event Schedule, which also mentions that folks can sign up on seattlereconomy.org/events. That website also has the most up-to-date information. Events take place at the NE Seattle Tool Library (NESTL) and the Shoreline Tool Library (STL). The following lists the upcoming classes and events: Jewelry Gifts: Earrings and Bracelets on 11/16 at 1–3pm at STL; Fix-It Night on 11/19 at 5–8pm at STL; Volunteer Training & Refresher on 11/19 at 6–8pm at STL; Workshop Orientation on 11/20 at 2–5pm at NESTL; 3D Printer Orientation: Foundations of CAD on 11/20 at 5–7:30pm at NESTL; 3D Printer Orientation: The Basics on 11/22 at 3:30–5pm at NESTL; Make Your Own Holiday Wreath on 11/23 at 10am–12pm at STL; Handmade Holiday Cards on 11/23 at 1–3pm at STL; Beeswax Candle Dipping & Wraps on 11/30 at 6–7:30pm at NESTL. It also states that the Workshop Open Hours (Workshop Orientation required) will be offered at 9–11am on 11/9, 2–5pm on 11/6, 3–5pm on 11/3, and 5–8pm on 11/10. The sold-out classes (waitlist available on event page) are as follows, with all next available classes to be determined: Darning 101: Basic Darning Skill Share on 11/5; Basic Bicycle maintenance on 11/6 & 11/10; Learn Machine Sewing & Make a Potholder on 11/8; Stay Warm and Dry Clothing Swap on 11/9.
October 31, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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With initiative and enthusiasm, Ruth and Jonathan are jacks of all trades and masters of each. Thank you for coming by the tool libraries and making them each a better and more welcoming place for the community to enjoy 💚

Learn more about these fantastic humans: seattlereconomy.org/blog/septemb...
Two "polaroids" of the September volunteers of the month. The left one has the NE Seattle Tool Library volunteer of the month, Ruth, who has taken a selfie on their hike in the woods. The left one has the Shoreline Tool Library volunteer of the month, Jonathan, who is smiling to the side in front of a blue background.
October 30, 2025 at 11:54 PM
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Sign Up & Learn More about each of our upcoming Workshop Orientations: seattlereconomy.org/events/list/...

1️⃣ Sunday, November 2 @ 9–11am
2️⃣ Monday, November 3 @ 5–8pm
3️⃣ Sunday, November 16 @ 11am–2pm
4️⃣ Thursday, November 20 @ 2–5pm
📍NE Seattle Tool Library (10228 Fischer Pl NE, Seattle)
💰 $30–$90
Two people in safety gear work on different projects with power tools in the NE Seattle Tool Library Workshop. The bottom text reads, "Workshop Orientation. Learn the basic safety of a variety of Workshop tools. Workshop Orientation is necessary to use our Workshop during our Workshop Open Hours.". It also states the four class instances and their info, which is organized in the post.
October 30, 2025 at 1:57 AM
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Sign Up & Learn More about Sew a Waxed Canvas Tool Roll: seattlereconomy.org/event/sew-a-...
📍 Shoreline Tool Library (16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline)
📅 Sunday, November 9
🕕 10am–1pm
💰: $50–$100 (sliding scale)
A canvas tool roll with a variety of tools and items in each of the sewn pockets. The bottom text reads, "Sew a Waxed Canvas Tool Roll. Learn a variety of sewing skills and create a unique tool roll for your personal needs. Some intermediate sewing skills required. Age 18+". It also states that the class will take place on Sunday, November 9, at 10am-1pm, at the Shoreline Tool Library for $50–$100.
October 27, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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I love the PNW 🫶

Craig recently shared with us about how he backpacked all the way to the summit of the south peak to use his skills to do some repairs on the Three Fingers Lookout! It's so cool learning about what our volunteers do with their tool-focused skills outside of the tool library ⛰️🛠️
Craig works on the side of the roof while another Friend of Three Fingers volunteer observes nearby. A clear view of Three Fingers Lookout with its newly replaced sidings.
October 27, 2025 at 1:15 AM
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Look at all these wonderful individuals who helped make the Tool Sale happen! We had the help of about 60 volunteers, which is incredible!! Folks organized tools, made baked goods, sold pre-loved bikes, and made the community feel welcome at the Tool Sale and our Shoreline Tool Library 🛠️💚
Two folks from Salvation smile next to each other behind their table full of different art pieces. The Shoreline Tool Library Tool Sale is going on behind them. Two folks from BECU and another volunteer smile under the BECU tent. Folks exploring the Shoreline Tool Library Tool Sale walk behind them. Two folks from Seattle ReCreative smile next to each other behind their table full of miscellaneous art supplies.
October 26, 2025 at 2:13 AM
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Sign Up & Learn More: seattlereconomy.org/events/list/...

1️⃣ Foundations of CAD at STL
📅 11/1 @ 3:30–6pm
💰 $35–$70

2️⃣ The Basics at the STL
📅 11/11 @ 5–6:30pm
💰 $25–$60

3️⃣ Foundations of CAD at NESTL
📅 11/20 @ 5:30–7:30pm
💰 $35–$70

4️⃣ The Basics at the NESTL
📅 11/22 @ 3:30–5pm
💰 $25–60
Ava stands next to three 3D printers set up on shelves in the Shoreline Tool Library. The bottom text reads, "3D Printer Orientation: The Basics and Foundations of CAD. Learn how to use our 3D printers so you can reserve them! The Basics gives you a how-to and Foundations of CAD teaches that plus some 3D modeling skills.". It also states the four class instances and their info, which is organized in the post.
October 25, 2025 at 7:51 PM