What is the class size of a DIYD workshop?

Typically 5-12 participants per workshop.

Can I bring my child with me to the workshop?

Unless we are explicitly offering childcare, we ask that you do not bring children under the age of 16 to DIYD workshops as our venues are not child-safe and there is no place for children to wait during a workshop. Young adults over the age of 16 are welcome to participate in the workshops.

What should I wear to the workshop?

We strongly recommend that participants wear close-toed comfortable shoes and durable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty or dusty. If you have long hair, it is recommended that you bring a hair tie to put it up during the hands-on portion of our workshops. If you have your own PPE (safety glasses, earplugs, mask), we recommend bringing that as well. We will provide PPE as well.

Do I need to bring my own tools?

Unless otherwise noted, we will provide tools for all participants in every workshop. If you would like to bring your own tools to a workshop to get practice with them, you are welcome to. Just remember to charge your batteries ahead of time!

Electrical 101 with Beth Smallwood

Name: Electrical 101 with Beth Smallwood
Start: 2026-12-12T10:00:00-0500
End: 2026-12-12T13:00:00-0500
Location: Cincinnati Toolbank - Training Center (2nd Floor)

Sat, Dec 12, 10am - 1pm EST

Cincinnati Toolbank - Training Center (2nd Floor)

Cincinnati OH, United States

Do It Yourself Darlin

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About This Workshop

This workshop will teach attendees how to identify the elements of a home's electrical system, including breaker panel and different types of electrical wiring in a typical Cincinnati home. After watching a demonstration of an outlet replacement and learning about the fundamentals of a few basic, common electrical circuits found in a home, attendees will get hands on practice safely replacing switches and outlets while adhering to best practices and the national electric code.

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.

Venue & Parking Info

Venue: Cincinnati Toolbank, Training Center

Address: 1682 E Seymour Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45237

Parking: Park anywhere in the small lot around the building.

Building Entry: Look for the DIYD sign by front door of the building and enter there. Someone should be there to welcome you and guide you up to the second floor of the building.

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early!

About the Instructor

Hello my name is Beth Smallwood; I am an apprentice in the I.B.E.W electrical union. I have always enjoyed working with my hands and electrical equipment. I have had several other jobs in the construction industry and maintenance positions.I have a small hobby farm east of Cincinnati. I enjoy creating devices or systems to improve my life and make things more efficient. My goal is to build my own house and implement several permaculture projects to help me become more self sufficient on my property. I look forward to helping you understand some basic aspects of your electrical system, so in the future you feel more confident and comfortable with your knowledge and skills.

FAQs

What is the class size of a DIYD workshop?

Typically 5-12 participants per workshop.
Can I bring my child with me to the workshop?

Unless we are explicitly offering childcare, we ask that you do not bring children under the age of 16 to DIYD workshops as our venues are not child-safe and there is no place for children to wait during a workshop. Young adults over the age of 16 are welcome to participate in the workshops.
What should I wear to the workshop?

We strongly recommend that participants wear close-toed comfortable shoes and durable clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty or dusty. If you have long hair, it is recommended that you bring a hair tie to put it up during the hands-on portion of our workshops. If you have your own PPE (safety glasses, earplugs, mask), we recommend bringing that as well. We will provide PPE as well.
Do I need to bring my own tools?

Unless otherwise noted, we will provide tools for all participants in every workshop. If you would like to bring your own tools to a workshop to get practice with them, you are welcome to. Just remember to charge your batteries ahead of time!

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Do It Yourself Darlin empowers people from all backgrounds to maintain, improve, and engage with the inner-workings of their homes through accessible hands-on education that builds confidence and independence.

Think of it this way: Could you do algebra if you never learned basic math? Would you write a research paper before learning to read sentences? No! So why do we expect that homeowners and renters can complete home repair and renovation projects without a solid understanding of the inner-workings of a home?

In a society where there is little in-person opportunity to learn the basics of home maintenance, repair, and renovation unless you are taught by a family member or attend trade school, Do It Yourself Darlin fills an important need: teaching you the ABCs and 123s of how your home works. DIYD workshops will set the solid foundation of knowledge that will empower you to know your home and take care of it.

Think of Do It Yourself Darlin’s workshops like grade-school for home maintenance and renovation. DIYD’s team of instructors are professional contractors and craftspeople who are committed to the “demystification” of your home. They want to address anxieties related to home maintenance and empower their students to feel prepared to “Do It Yourself.” And if DIY isn’t your jam, they will empower you to communicate intelligently with the people you are hiring to do the work.

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