DIY E-Waste Barrette / June 19 / 1-5pm

Make Your Own DIY E-Waste Keyboard Key Barrette!

Give discarded keyboard keys a stylish second life in our DIY E-Waste Keyboard Key Barrette workshop! Browse a collection of reclaimed keyboard keys, colorful tech components, and decorative materials, then design and assemble a one-of-a-kind hair barrette that showcases your creativity while keeping electronic waste out of the landfill.

Why This Activity is Exciting for Everyone:

• Creative Upcycling: Transform old keyboard keys into a unique wearable accessory.
• Discover Technology: Explore the parts and materials that make up everyday computer keyboards.
• Hands-On Making: Perfect for makers, crafters, tinkerers, and anyone who enjoys creating with their hands.
• Fun for All Ages: Adults and kids can create side-by-side and experiment with e-waste art together.

Details:

• Cost: Ticket covers materials for one custom keyboard key barrette (adults must accompany children).
• Registration: No advance registration is required, but signing up makes it easy to add the event to your calendar.

Drop in anytime during activity hours and create your own tech-inspired hair accessory from reclaimed keyboard keys!

Getting Here & What to Expect: 
All events take place inside the Craft Lab at Because Science, our retail shop located at 1759 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC (across from the Line Hotel in Adams Morgan).

 Look for the squiggly rainbow mural! Enter Because Science and walk to the back of the store (between the biology and anatomy sections) to find the entrance to the Craft Lab
 Metro: We're a 10-minute walk from the Woodley Park (red line) or Columbia Heights (green line) Metro stations.
 Bus: The D72, D74, C51, and C53 buses stop nearby.
 Parking: Street parking is mostly limited to 30 minutes—walking, biking, or ride share is recommended. There is a parking garage located at 2421 18th St NW, about a block away.  

If you’re running late or need help finding us, just call the store at 202-248-1366