Your Membership Agreement

The Makers' Basement is a shared creative studio space operated by Aisling Collective Inc. DBA [ash-ling] Booksellers at 47 Doyle Street, Historic Toccoa, Georgia. The Studio provides tools, workspace, and community for artists, makers, crafters, and educators. Membership is a privilege, not a right, and may be modified or terminated by the Studio in accordance with these terms.

Member acknowledges their selected membership tier and its associated access level:

Resident Maker ($200/mo): 24/7 keycard access, dedicated workspace, leave projects set up, priority equipment access.
Studio Maker ($95/mo): Access during advertised store hours, shared hot-desk workspace, full equipment access.
Member Artist ($35/mo): Access to classes and member events, limited studio access as add-on only.
Teaching Member ($25/mo): Studio access during teaching sessions only, including prep and cleanup time.
Class Pass ($60/5 classes): Class attendance only, no independent studio or equipment access.

Access beyond the member's selected tier requires an upgrade. Unauthorized access to restricted areas or equipment is grounds for immediate termination.

Monthly memberships are billed on or before the 1st of each month via the member's selected payment method. Class Passes are billed at time of purchase. Membership begins upon receipt of first payment. Payments more than 5 days late will result in suspension of access until paid. The Studio reserves the right to adjust pricing with 30 days written notice. No refunds are issued for partial months.

Members must complete a safety orientation and equipment-specific training before using equipment independently. Training is required for: Cricut cutting machine, heat press, sewing machines, serger, and any other equipment designated by Studio management. Member agrees to: use equipment responsibly, follow all posted instructions, report damage immediately, and never use equipment without completing required training. The Studio is not responsible for damage to personal projects resulting from equipment use.

All members must leave shared spaces clean after each use. Shared tables, sinks, and equipment must be cleaned and returned to ready condition. Only Resident Makers may leave active projects set up in their dedicated workspace between sessions. Items left in shared spaces may be relocated without notice. The Studio is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items. Members must respect other members' work, materials, and time.

Resident Makers may store materials within their assigned dedicated workspace. Studio Makers may rent lockers if available (additional monthly fee). Member Artists and Class Pass holders have no dedicated storage. Items left in non-assigned areas may be moved or disposed of after 48 hours without notice. The Studio assumes no liability for stored items.

Resident Makers are automatically eligible to sell handmade work in-store and on the [ash-ling] website, subject to the separate Artisan Consignment Agreement.
Studio Makers may apply to sell work through a curated review process. Approval is at Studio discretion.
Member Artists, Teaching Members, and Class Pass holders do not have automatic selling privileges but may apply for Artisan status separately.

All selling members must adhere to pricing, display, inventory, and tagging guidelines as outlined in the Artisan Agreement.

Members who wish to teach classes must submit a class proposal and receive written approval from Studio management. Revenue splits for class instructors are: Resident Makers receive the highest split; Studio Makers and Teaching Members receive a standard split; specifics are communicated at time of approval. All instructors must maintain a professional, safe, and inclusive teaching environment. The Studio handles all class bookings, payments, and promotion. Instructors may not solicit direct payment from students outside the Studio system.

The Makers' Basement is an inclusive, welcoming space for all. Member agrees to: treat all members, staff, and guests with respect; maintain a clean and organized workspace; not engage in unsafe, illegal, or disruptive behavior; not use the space for any purpose that conflicts with [ash-ling]'s values or community standards; and not reproduce, sell, or create items that infringe on copyright or trademark. Violation of the code of conduct may result in immediate termination of membership without refund.

Member understands that participation in creative activities and the use of tools and equipment involves inherent risks including but not limited to cuts, burns, and equipment-related injuries. By signing this Agreement, Member: assumes all responsibility for personal safety; agrees to follow all safety guidelines; releases Aisling Collective Inc. DBA [ash-ling] Booksellers from liability for injury, loss, or damage to person or property; and agrees to use tools and equipment entirely at their own risk. The Studio is covered by fire and criminal activity insurance. Members are encouraged to maintain personal renters or property insurance for their own materials.

Members may bring guests into the Studio only during staffed hours and with prior approval for recurring guests. Members are responsible for the behavior of their guests and must ensure guests sign the Studio waiver before using any equipment. Guests may not use equipment without training. Children under 16 must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times and may only access the Studio for designated classes or events.

The Studio may photograph or video the Makers' Basement and its members for promotional purposes including the website, social media, and marketing materials. Member consents to being photographed in the studio space and to having their work featured in promotions unless they opt out in writing. Members who sell work through [ash-ling] also grant the Studio permission to photograph and feature their items for marketing purposes.

Member may cancel their membership with 15 days written notice to our email. The Studio may terminate a membership at any time for violation of these terms. Upon termination or cancellation, the member must remove all personal items from the Studio within the notice period. No refunds will be issued for partial months. Class Pass credits are non-refundable. The Studio reserves the right to modify membership tiers and pricing with 30 days notice.

Resident Makers will be issued a keycard for 24/7 access. Keycards are non-transferable and may not be shared under any circumstances. Lost keycards must be reported immediately — a replacement fee of $25 applies. Sharing keycard access will result in immediate termination of membership. The Studio reserves the right to audit access logs at any time.