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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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Makerspace Fees

There is no cost to get a Badge. Certain machines will have a cost related to materials, but this can be reduced or eliminated if you bring your own. This can be 3D printer filament, photo paper, wood for the laser cutter, etc.

We encourage you to bring your own, as we may not have what you need. Please ask the Makerspace Manager to confirm if the material is compatible with the Makerspace machines.

3D Printing

  • Multi-Color: 5 cents per gram

Large Format Printer

  • 8.5" x 11" (or smaller): $1.00
  • 11" x 17": $1.50
  • 17" x 22": $2.00

For patron-provided paper, reduce cost by half. Any sizes past 22" in length is an additional $1 per foot.

Cricut

  • 12" x 12" Vinyl with Transfer Tape: $0.75
  • 12" x 12" Heat Transfer Vinyl: $1.50

Laser Cutter

  • 12" x 12" Basswood: $1.50

Sublimation Printing

  • 8.5" x 11" Print: $1.50

Button Maker

  • 1 Button: $0.50

Sticker Maker

  • $0.10 per inch
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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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