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Maker's Circle Rewards FAQs

1. What is the Maker's Circle Rewards program?
The Maker's Circle is a rewards program designed specifically for our valued Penn State Industries customers. At Penn State Industries, we are dedicated to supporting your woodturning journey. The Maker's Circle allows us to do just that by rewarding you as you continue to make, create, and turn raw materials into awesome projects. Members of the Maker's Circle earn points with every purchase at pennstatiend.com, and the more you earn, the better your rewards! As a member, you'll also receive special offers and exclusive benefits that make your woodturning experience even more rewarding. Plus, you can earn extra points by referring friends to join the Maker's Circle! Join the Maker's Circle today and get ready to elevate your projects with exclusive rewards and benefits.

2. How do I join?
It’s simple! All you need to do is sign up by creating an online account at Pennstateind.com here Already have a Pennstateind.com online account? Then you’re already signed for the Maker’s Circle rewards program! Just log into your online account here and start shopping for your favorite woodturning kits, supplies and tools to earn Maker's Circle points.

3. Does it cost anything to join?
Joining the Maker's Circle program is completely free.

4. Will I receive anything for joining?
To kickstart your journey, you’ll receive 50 Maker’s Circle points along with birthday bonuses, exclusive double-point days and more. Plus, if you ordered after December 15, 2025 but before we launched the program on January 28, 2025, you’ll receive 1 point for every dollar you spent in that time.

5. How do I earn points?
Points are earned based on the amount spent on each qualifying transaction at pennstateind.com. Specific point values and earning rates can be found in the program's terms and conditions and in your tier status.

6. What are the program tiers?
The Program has 3 main Tiers – First Cut, In The Groove, and Lathe Legend - as you advance to the next main Program Tier, the faster you can earn Points to unlock Rewards.

7. How do I qualify for each program tier?
Program tiers are based on your qualifying purchases and actions in a rolling 365-day period. For the 365-day period after which you join the Program and/or enter a new Tier, you will earn Points from your qualifying purchases and actions based on the rate for that Tier. Your Tier level for the subsequent annual period will be based on Points you earn from your qualifying purchases and actions, starting the first day after your enrollment and/or entry into a new Tier and ending on or around Day 365. On Day 366, you may be placed in a different Tier depending on the number of Points you earn in the immediately preceding 365-day period. Learn more in our terms and conditions

8. How do I redeem my points at checkout?
When checking out, you'll have the option to apply your earned points as a discount on the shopping cart page. This can be done regardless of your chosen payment method.

9. Can I earn points on past purchases?
No, you must be a Penn State Industries Maker’s Circle member and be logged in to our website at the time of purchase to earn points. Or have been logged in to your online account starting December 15, 2024 and made a purchase after that.

10. How do points convert to dollars?
Each point has a specific monetary value, which can be used as a discount on future purchases. The exact conversion rate is outlined in the program's terms and conditions.

11. Is there a limit on how many points I can earn?
There is no maximum limit on the number of points you can accumulate.

12. Do points ever expire?
Points may have an expiration date, typically after 12 months of inactivity.so as long as a online purchase is made during the 12-month window, they do not expire, For specific details, refer to the program's terms and conditions.

13. How do I level up a tier?
Advancement to higher tiers is based on your cumulative spending and engagement. Details on the requirements for each tier are provided in the program's terms and conditions.

14. How to check your current tier?
You can view your current tier and points balance by logging into your account on the Penn State Industries website or you can view it by clicking here.

15. How is my tier determined?
Your tier is determined by your total spending and activity within the Maker's Circle program. Each tier offers additional benefits, which are detailed in the program's terms and conditions.

16. If I'm an existing customer, will I start with 0 points?
Existing customers who sign up for the rewards program by creating a Pennstateind.com account will start earning points from their first eligible purchase.Existing customers who already have already created a Pennstateind.com will start with 50 free points!

17. Do I get points if I order over the phone?
No, you do not get points for phone orders. When you call to place an order, even if you provide your rewards membership details, our system cannot register the purchase for rewards points. You can only get points if you order on ourwebsite, www.pennstateind.com