The VW eLab at Brown Middle School has provided access to technology that our students would not experience otherwise. Our students have been able to develop skills, pursue creativity, and engineer solutions because of these resources. We focus on teaching them how to make things using 3D printing, laser cutting, electronics and microprocessors, carpentry, vinyl cutting, and heat pressing. Our students create products to meet design challenges in subjects such as career education, science, math, social studies, language arts, and fine arts. Students have enjoyed using laser cutting to bring their art into a new medium. Having their art turned into laser etchings on foam board or wood has encouraged them to add graphic design skills to their drawing skills. This also gives them experience in formatting, measuring accurately, file management, and improvement through iteration. Our students have often shown interest in healthcare-related creations. One student designed a stethoscope that was 3D printed and used balloon material as the diaphragm. Another student developed finger splints that were easy to use and print. Currently, a student is designing a hoodie for people with sensory issues. She wants to incorporate specific fabrics and 3D printed elements to meet their needs. Students interested in photography have 3D printed models and then learned how to use perspective to make them look realistic and massive. Students interested in electronics and sound design have built synthesizers from electronic components and speakers out of a transducer and foam board.