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Makerspace FAQ

  • The Makerspace is a place for creativity and crafts. It offers tools and a space to work, as well as assistance with your projects.

    • 3D Printer
    • Laser Cutter
    • Cricut Machine
    • Sublimation Printing (T-shirt printing etc.)
    • Large Format Printing (17 in. wide)
    • Sewing Machines
    • Button Maker

  • Anyone with a library card and who is 14 years or older can use the Makerspace upon request. Want to make a request? Fill out this form, opens a new window and our Makerspace Manager will contact you.

    Those who have completed badge training can use the Makerspace at any time it is open and staffed, as well as have exclusive privileges to use the Makerspace during badge-only hours.

  • Using the Makerspace and its equipment is completely free! However, there may be costs associated with the materials used for your projects.

    • Bring your own materials to reduce costs: You can reduce or eliminate costs by bringing your own supplies (e.g., Cricut vinyl, 3D printer filament, or large-format photo paper).
    • Limited stock available: We offer some materials for purchase, but we do not keep everything in stock.
    • Need advice? Our Makerspace Manager is happy to help you brainstorm and choose the best materials for your specific project.
    • See the Makerspace Fees page, opens a new window for the most up-to-date materials list.

  • A Makerspace Badge is your free pass to independently operate our equipment.

    By scheduling and completing a 20- to 60-minute training appointment for a specific machine, you earn a mark on your badge that grants you the freedom to use that equipment anytime the Makerspace is open, as well as during exclusive Badge-Only Hours.

    Interested in becoming badged? Fill out this form to get started., opens a new window

  • Not necessarily. If you would like our Makerspace Manager to print an item for you, you can use this form., opens a new window

    Keep in mind that due to the volume of requests and the time 3d printing takes, there will be a wait time for your item to be completed. 

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3D Printer

Patrons can design and print items in 3D! 3D printing has a set cost per gram of filament used. We also offer multi-color printing. Keep in mind 3D printing projects may have longer wait times due to items already in the queue to be printed.

Printed items can be shipped to another branch for pickup.

If you bring your own filament, it’s free! **All outside materials require approval from the Makerspace manager before use. This is to ensure the filament is compatible with our 3D printer.

Laser Cutter

Our Glowforge laser cutter has a cutting area of 11" x 20". It can cut and engrave materials up to ½ an inch.

Please be aware that staff must inspect and approve materials you wish to cut for compatibility with the machine. Staff must handle all items in and out of the machine. Not all materials can be cut. Please contact the Makerspace Manager for details.

Large Format Printer

Our photo printer is a Canon Pro-1100. It can print items as wide as 17 inches and is perfect if you need to print on photo paper or make your own posters.

Cricut

The Cricut machine is a fast-cutting machine. You can use it for stencils, cards, decorations, or any other paper crafts you can think of.

It will also cut vinyl and iron-on vinyl that you can apply with our heat press.

Sublimation Printing

With our sublimation printer and heat presses, you can add your own designs to an item of your choice. Fabric made of 80% polyester or more works best. Other polyester products and sublimation-accepting cups or plates will work as well.

Other Tools

The Makerspace offers other tools to help with your crafts.

  • Sewing Machine
  • Button Maker
  • Sticker Maker
Makerspace Home
Get Badged
3D Print Request
Makerspace Request
Makerspace Fees
Makerspace Events

Questions?

Email makerspace@stpl.us
Phone 985.845.4819 Ext. 5006
Madisonville Branch
1123 Main St., Madisonville, LA 70447

Makerspace Operating Hours

Monday - Thursday
9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Friday and Saturday
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Makerspace Badge Only Hours

Monday - Thursday *
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
(*Friday and Saturday will depend on staffing, please check with the Makerspace Manager)

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