Welcome to the MakerLab
Half traditional Library, half creators' dream, the MakerLab is the Library’s dedicated space for hands-on creativity, design, and exploration. Equipped with a variety of tools from 3D printing to vinyl cutting to laser engraving - the MakerLab empowers users to transform ideas into tangible creations.
Whether you're an experienced maker or just beginning your creative journey, the MakerLab offers the resources and support to bring your projects to life.
Explore our range of equipment and tools below - discover what you can create!
Locations
At this time, all equipment is located at the MakerLab. Equipment cannot be shipped to other SDG Library Branches.
Hours & Information
MakerLab FAQs
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The MakerLab uses the Cricut Maker 3, which can handle over 300 material types, writes, scores, foils, engraves, embosses & more. It is compatible with Cricut Design Space software. Using the Cricut Maker 3 and Cricut Design Space, you can create personalized items to suit your needs. This machine is often used to create cards, stickers, t-shirts, totes, mugs and more!
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The SDG Library has a Cricut Mug Press which is a Cricut heat press product designed to wrap perfectly around the outside of a sublimation mug. A design is first typically made with a Cricut machine, and then the mug press heats the infusible ink sheets or infusible ink markers to transfer the design.
It also carries a Cricut EasyPress 2 that measures 9” x 9” alongside a heat press mat of the same size to protect work surfaces.
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The MakerLab has a Dremel Digilab LC40 Laser Engraver. The Dremel LC40 laser cutter is a versatile device capable of cutting, scoring, engraving, and grayscale imaging on a variety of hard and soft materials. As a desktop unit, it combines high-quality hardware with advanced software to facilitate precise and clean results.
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Sublimation printing utilizing a heat press is a widely recognized technique for producing high-quality images on various fabrics. This method is particularly effective for items such as polyester apparel in white or light colors, as well as hard surfaces that feature a poly-coating, including coasters, mugs, and mouse pads, among others. When an image is printed using the sublimation process, it retains clarity comparable to the original source, ensuring that the product maintains its quality over time.
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The MakerLab has sublimation paper as well as some heat transfer vinyl (HTV) that can be used with the EasyPress available for purchase. Colours and variety of the vinyl may vary.