get to know us
We are a group of queer womxn empowering people with the tools to build.

Our Beginning
Our first large scale project was building a skate ramp for Playland Community Skate park. We met with the founders of the park and collaborated with local skateboard shops to get the plans and materials we needed.
We had two weekend builds and ended the project with a Best Trick Skate Contest. Everyone was included - parents, kids, friends and family. That build marked the beginning of Dykes With Drills. It was something that couldn’t have been accomplished without the help of everyone.
“When queer womxn create space, everyone is included.”
— Julie Peri, FOUNDER



Our Mission
At Dykes With Drills we are out to empower people with the tools to build. By hosting skill building workshops, retreats, volunteer events and meet-ups, we cultivate opportunities for individuals to connect with each other and to use tools.
1500+
People Involved
25+
Projects Built
17+
Cities Impacted
In everything we do, we foster safe, inclusive, non-judgmental spaces for learning and teaching. If you’ve ever thought you couldn’t make something because of what you’ve been told, we are here to help you.
Have you been looking for a comfortable and inclusive environment to learn some useful woodworking skills? In our Introduction to Tools workshops you will learn tool use and safety, team building and have fun doing it! In this class participants will get trained the chopsaw, jigsaw and drills, then work in small groups to make something from a prompt revealed at the workshop.
Have you been looking for a comfortable and inclusive environment to learn some useful woodworking skills? In our Introduction to Tools workshops you will learn tool use and safety, team building and have fun doing it! In this class participants will get trained on a variety of tools, then work in small groups to make something from a prompt revealed at the workshop.
We like to connect with other people, and not just in the shop. Join us at a happy hour or meet up, whether you are a seasoned builder, just getting started, or interested in learning more.
We like to connect with other people, and not just in the shop. Join us at a happy hour or meet up, whether you are a seasoned builder, just getting started, or interested in learning more.
Yes we call ourselves Dykes with Drills, and we are a group of builders inclusive of all gender non conforming, trans people and allies. This event is all inclusive and open to anyone and everyone who wants to join.
Join Dykes With Drills for this fun beginner workshop and learn to make an outdoor planter for your home!
We like to connect with other people, and not just in the shop. Join us at a happy hour or meet up, whether you are a seasoned builder, just getting started, or interested in learning more.
Join us for a community build at Community Workshop NOLA to build a stage for Floor 13’s Sucker for the Cause event.
Join Dykes With Drills at Futureworks NYC Makerspace. In this workshop we will review tool safety and best practices, then guide you in building a two-tiered mid-century modern style plant stand.
Have you been looking for a comfortable and inclusive environment to learn some useful woodworking skills? In our Introduction to Tools workshops you will learn tool use and safety, team building and have fun doing it! In this class participants will get trained on a variety of tools, then work in small groups to make something from a prompt revealed at the workshop.
Join Dykes With Drills for this fun beginner workshop and learn to make an outdoor chair for your home!
Have you been looking for a comfortable and inclusive environment to learn some useful woodworking skills? In our Introduction to Tools workshops you will learn tool use and safety, team building and have fun doing it! In this class participants will get trained on a variety of tools, then work in small groups to make something from a prompt revealed at the workshop.
Have you been looking for a comfortable and inclusive environment to learn some useful woodworking skills? In our Introduction to Tools workshops you will learn tool use and safety, team building and have fun doing it! In this class participants will get trained on a variety of tools, then work in small groups to make something from a prompt revealed at the workshop.
Join Dykes With Drills at Community Workshop NOLA to learn basic woodworking skills while making a unique vertical wall hung shelf.
Join Dykes With Drills at our Treasure Island Workshop for this fun workshop and learn to make a cool plant stand.
Join Dykes With Drills at Ace Makerspace for this fun workshop and learn to make a cool plant stand.
Join Dykes With Drills for this fun beginner workshop and learn to make a bench for your home!
This hands-on class introduces you to more powerful and versatile tools, like circular saws, routers and oscillating multi-tools. Ideal for builders with basic experience ready to expand their tool knowledge, confidence and capabilities.
Have you been looking for a comfortable and inclusive environment to learn some useful woodworking skills? In our Introduction to Tools workshops you will learn tool use and safety, team building and have fun doing it! In this class participants will get trained the chopsaw, jigsaw and drills, then work in small groups to make something from a prompt revealed at the workshop.
We like to connect with other people, and not just in the shop. Join us at a happy hour or meet up, whether you are a seasoned builder, just getting started, or interested in learning more.
Join Dykes With Drills at Community Workshop NOLA to learn basic woodworking skills while making a small bench.