Join us at our Makerspace Grand Opening on August 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Madisonville Library!
Makerspace
Makerspace FAQ
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
What is the Makerspace?
The Makerspace is a place for creativity and crafts. It offers tools and a space to work, as well as assistance with your projects.
- Our Madisonville Makerspace offers several pieces of equipment for our patrons to use with staff assistance, by appointment, opens a new window.
- Badge Holders, those who have acquired training to use equipment without staff assistance, can use the Makerspace whenever the space is open and during exclusive Badge Only Hours. Training to acquire a badge is by appointment only and is at no cost. Please visit our Get Badged page, opens a new window for more information.
- All St. Tammany Parish Library cardholders who are 14 and older can request to use the Makerspace equipment and tools.
📌A Makerspace is planned for our Slidell Branch (555 Robert Blvd.) renovation. Stay tuned for updates!
What tools and equipment can I find in the Makerspace?
- 3D Printer
- Laser Cutter
- Large Format Printer
- Cricut
- Sublimation Printing
- Includes Heat Presses
- Sewing Machine
- Button Maker
- Sticker Maker
Craft and Hobby Resource Materials
Craft and Hobby Materials
Craft and Hobby
Need some ideas for your next craft project? Check out Craft and Hobby — an online resource full of instructional videos on demand to help you ... make it happen! All you need is a library card. Click here to get started!
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)