Barely Making It

A show about creating things in a world that's falling apart.

Epic Maker Fails 09/15/2025

Epic Maker Fails Even the Barely Making It crew isn't immune to failure - except Kevin, of course. But what does failure mean when it comes to making? Plus, a challenge to make something teens would like results in tasty treats and questionable beats. Check out our maker challenge attempts on , and share yours with us using #barelymakingit Note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own, and do not reflect those of any employer past or present. /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/38219345

Getting Into Woodworking 09/01/2025

Getting Into Woodworking We scratch the surface of woodworking - someone has to sand that out, but it won't be Zach. Plus, our graphic design skills are put to the test in a launch party invitation showdown. Check out our maker challenge attempts on , and share yours with us using #barelymakingit Note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own, and do not reflect those of any employer past or present. /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/38050795

Granny Hobbies 08/18/2025

Granny Hobbies Quilting, gardening, birdwatching - have the Barely Making It crew suddenly aged, or are they just jumping on the latest social media trend? Plus, our attempts at summer accessories are both poorly concieved and badly executed, except Hannah's bandana! Check out our maker challenge attempts on , and share yours with us using #barelymakingit Note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own, and do not reflect those of any employer past or present. /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/37843005

Maker Challenge: Pop Culture Reference 08/15/2025

Maker Challenge: Pop Culture Reference Look alive, people! Episodes 3 is out everywhere you listen to podcasts. Find out how Zach transported us to the Red Room and learn all about Cricut 🦗in this week’s episode of Barely Making It 🪡🍰🪚 /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/37842990

Cricut 101 08/03/2025

Cricut 101 No matter what you call them, Cricut machines are some of the most versiatle machines available to Makers - even if cheap vinyl brings up some very strong feelings in our hosts. Plus, our pop culture maker challenge leaves Hannah with one hand and Kevin with one glove. Check out our maker challenge attempts on Instagram at , and share your creations with us using #barelymakingit. Note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own, and do not reflect those of any employer past or present. /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/37649835

Maker Challenge: Paper Nametag 07/22/2025

Maker Challenge: Paper Nametag Who knew spelling your name could be so fun?! Check out Episode 2 of Barely Making It where we chat about our beautifully crafted name tags, and our long running projects! RIP to Hannah’s name tags—tune in to hear how she makes it up to us! /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/37499505

Finishing Long-Running Projects 07/21/2025

Finishing Long-Running Projects How many WIPs can one dresser hold? Today we discuss strategies for finally tackling those long running projects, including when you should actually throw in the towel (or quilt). Plus, a paper nametag maker challenge results in origami that is equal parts heartfelt and terrible, accusations of Cricut cheating, and our very first punishment for nonparticipation. Check out our maker challenge attempts on Instagram at or on our website , and share your creations with us using #barelymakingit. Note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own, and do not reflect those of any employer past or present. /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/37477080

Maker Challenge: Recycle Bin Birdhouses 07/08/2025

Maker Challenge: Recycle Bin Birdhouses Hey Makers! Welcome to Barely Making It, a show about creating things in a world that’s falling apart. We hope you loved our first podcast episode and can’t wait to share more! As promised, here are our birdhouses in order: Zach, Hannah, and Kevin. We can’t wait to share more with you! Please subscribe, download, review, and share our show! See you in two weeks for more laughs and a new slew of creative projects. 💙🩵 /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/37329230

What Is A Makerspace? 07/07/2025

What Is A Makerspace? What is a makerspace anyway, and why do our hosts have such big feelings about them? Plus, our first maker challenge to make a birdhouse from recycling bin contents results in a wide array of bird building code violations. Check out our maker challenge attempts on Instagram at , and share your creations with us using #barelymakingit. Note: The opinions expressed in this podcast are our own, and do not reflect those of any employer past or present. /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/37293785

Barely Making It - Trailer! 06/02/2025

Barely Making It - Trailer! We're Barely Making It, a show about creating in a world that's falling apart. Hosted by Zach, Hannah, and Kevin, Barely Making It have a maker topic for each episode, and present maker challenges with varying degrees of seriousness and success. We're excited to share our jokes, tips, and relationships to making with you soon! Every other Monday on a podcasting platform near you. Instagram: @barelymakingit.pod /episode/index/show/8af4236c-a67c-40e4-8798-5b4730f51553/id/36825465

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