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About this workshop
In this workshop attendees will learn about several different tools and techniques for hanging all sorts of things on all kinds of walls, including (but not limited to):
How houses and walls are framed and how to located a stud
Different types of wall anchors, and how, why, and when they work best
How to properly use drills, drivers, and hammer drills when hanging things on walls
A show and tell of many different types of drill and driver bits and when they are used
The workshop will end with a DIY portion where attendees will have the opportunity to practice locating a stud, using a wall anchor, and drilling into brick and block.
Lead Poisoning Hazard Disclaimer: All home renovation work can create a significant lead hazard if completed in a pre-1978 home. DIYD will provide Lead Poisoning Prevention resources to any workshop attendee living in a pre-1978 home. DIYD also hosts a lead safety class twice a year - we highly recommend that you sign up for the lead safety class before you complete these projects in your home if your home was built before 1978 and you have young children living in your home.
Date, Location, and Parking information:
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026, 6-8:30PM
Cincinnati Toolbank Training Center (1682 E Seymour Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45237)
Park anywhere in the small lot around the building. Enter through the front door - someone will be there to greet you and direct you up to the training facility on the second floor.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early!
About our instructor: Dani Fraley is a professional woodworker that began her career in 2018 after working as a structural and graphic designer. She has worked in both residential and commercial sectors on a variety of projects, and brings a wealth of both general and specialized knowledge to her classes. Dani now has her own small business and a workshop in Camp Washington called Suncraft Collective.
Dani knows how rewarding it is to work with your hands to make something, and believes it should be accessible to everyone. She enjoys helping others grow their confidence and skills, while emphasizing safety and positivity.
About Do It Yourself Darlin: Do It Yourself Darlin fills the gap in practical home education by teaching the fundamentals of home repair and maintenance—empowering individuals to care for their homes, strengthen housing stability, and explore the trades.
About this workshop
In this workshop attendees will learn about several different tools and techniques for hanging all sorts of things on all kinds of walls, including (but not limited to):
How houses and walls are framed and how to located a stud
Different types of wall anchors, and how, why, and when they work best
How to properly use drills, drivers, and hammer drills when hanging things on walls
A show and tell of many different types of drill and driver bits and when they are used
The workshop will end with a DIY portion where attendees will have the opportunity to practice locating a stud, using a wall anchor, and drilling into brick and block.
Lead Poisoning Hazard Disclaimer: All home renovation work can create a significant lead hazard if completed in a pre-1978 home. DIYD will provide Lead Poisoning Prevention resources to any workshop attendee living in a pre-1978 home. DIYD also hosts a lead safety class twice a year - we highly recommend that you sign up for the lead safety class before you complete these projects in your home if your home was built before 1978 and you have young children living in your home.
Date, Location, and Parking information:
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026, 6-8:30PM
Cincinnati Toolbank Training Center (1682 E Seymour Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45237)
Park anywhere in the small lot around the building. Enter through the front door - someone will be there to greet you and direct you up to the training facility on the second floor.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early!
About our instructor: Dani Fraley is a professional woodworker that began her career in 2018 after working as a structural and graphic designer. She has worked in both residential and commercial sectors on a variety of projects, and brings a wealth of both general and specialized knowledge to her classes. Dani now has her own small business and a workshop in Camp Washington called Suncraft Collective.
Dani knows how rewarding it is to work with your hands to make something, and believes it should be accessible to everyone. She enjoys helping others grow their confidence and skills, while emphasizing safety and positivity.
About Do It Yourself Darlin: Do It Yourself Darlin fills the gap in practical home education by teaching the fundamentals of home repair and maintenance—empowering individuals to care for their homes, strengthen housing stability, and explore the trades.