Makerspace

March Programs

Embroidery 101

There is a new embroidery machine in the SPL Makerspace, and we love it!

In this introduction to the embroidery machine small groups will learn how to thread the machine, insert the bobbin, get a hoop ready, and embroider basic letters that are pre-loaded on the embroidery machine.

Hello Spring Sign Set

Join us for a social time of sign making.

Vinyl will already be cut. You will paint your signs, if you wish, and then apply the vinyl cutouts.

All supplies are provided. Large sign is 8 inches by 8 inches. Small sign is 5 inches by 5 inches.

Lots of paint colour options. Vinyl cutouts will be white.

$25 will be collected at the start of the program.

April Programs

Needlework Group (Drop-In)

A place and time for people to gather and work on their personal projects. No formal teaching provided.

Knitting, crochet, hand embroidery, etc.

SPL Makerspace 1 Bridge Street Lakefield

Tuesday, April 1st 6-8pm

Wednesday, April 2nd 10am-12pm

Children's Program: Easter Tote Bag (Ages 6-12)

Family fun in the SPL Makerspace where children will create an Easter tote.

Children will choose a design at the start of the program then observe how the heat press sublimates the design onto the tote bag. This will create a colouring page like design on the bag that children will then paint!

Open to children ages 6-12. Children must attend with an adult.

This can be a messy program and paint will NOT come out of clothing. Please dress in "paint clothes".

$10 will be collected at the start of the program.

tote bag

Makerspace Saturday Drop-In

Stop by the SPL Makerspace for a tour, see machine demos, and ask questions.

SPL Makerspace, 1 Bridge Street Lakefield

Saturday, April 5th 12:00pm -2:00pm

Digitization: VHS to MP4

During this 1 hour class participants will learn how to use the VHS digitizing equipment.

Following class participants can schedule time to start their own digitizing projects.

Wednesday, April 9th starting at 10am

Thursday, April 24^th starting at 1pm

Hello Spring Sign

Join us for a social time of sign making.

You will paint your signs, if you wish, and then apply the vinyl cutouts.

All supplies are provided. Large sign is 8 inches by 8 inches. Small sign is 5 inches by 5 inches.

Lots of paint colour options. Vinyl cutouts will be white.

$25 will be collected at the start of the program.

Thursday, April 10^th starting at 6pm

hello spring signs

Sublimation & Painted Totes: Minimalist Boho Theme

Join us for a time of learning and creativity!

During this 3 hour class participants will start by choosing a page from our Boho Colouring Book.

Colouring pages will then be printed with sublimation ink and participants will learn how the heat press applies the design to a tote bag.

Then, the creative juices flow as you paint the design you just pressed onto the tote bag!

Paint will not come out of clothing or shoes. Please wear "paint clothes".

$15 will be collected at the start of the class.

Tuesday, April 15th starting at 1pm

Tuesday, April 15th starting at 6pm

Embroidery 101

There is a new embroidery machine in the SPL Makerspace, and we love it!

Wednesday, April 16th starting at 1pm

Thursday, April 24^th starting at 3pm

Thursday, April 24^th starting at 6pm

Digitize Super 8 and 8mm Reels

During this 1 hours class learn how to digitize your Super 8 and 8mm reels into MP4 format.

At the end of class participants can book time to start their personal digitizing projects.

Tuesday, April 29th starting at 6pm

Wednesday, April 30^th starting at 10am

About SPL Makerspace

Location: 1 Bridge Street, Lakefield

You can book your visit by calling us at 705 651-8601 or by sending us an email.

View our list of machines and services below.

Our hours:

Tuesdays - 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Wednesdays - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Thursdays - 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

What is a Makerspace?

The idea behind makerspaces is simple: they are places where people can come together to learn about technology, crafts and other kinds of making, to share knowledge and skills with others, and to apply this knowledge and skill by creating things. You can explore using high-tech to no-tech tools.

SPL Makerspace Guidelines

The SPL Makerspace is available to all ages and all skill levels. All users must present a makerspace card in good standing.
Demonstration of competency will be required for use of some equipment.

Scheduled appointments are strongly suggested. This includes: tours of the space, open makerspace work time, and membership registration.
All classes, workshops, and programs are pre registration required.
Tools used in the space must be returned by the maker to their original location in a clean state.
The workspace also needs to be cleaned before the maker leaves.
SPL Makerspace does not accept responsibility if a project is destroyed, does not print correctly, or does not work.
SPL Makerspace reserves the right to halt, delete, or disallow the creation of items that violates library policy, including the creation of weapons, or illegal items.
Only library computers may be connected to library machines, like the 3D printers, vinyl cutter, Glowforge etc.
Covered drinks are welcome in the makerspace. Food is not permitted.
SPL Makerspace is not responsible for equipment or files left behind.
Use of the makerspace is subject to the rules in the User Agreement, the Selwyn Public Library Customer Code of Conduct Policy 4.1.5, Acceptable Use of Equipment, Software, and Networks Policy 6.1.2, as well as any other applicable Library policies and procedures.

Users 17 years of age and under must have a parent or legal guardian sign the user agreement form and registration form on their behalf.

Users 13 years of age and older can use the makerspace and work unsupervised.

Users ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Exceptions may be made for some children’s programs at the discretion of the Children’s Programming Coordinator and the Technology and Training Coordinator.

Volunteer and Crafting for a Cause

SPL Makerspace is looking for volunteers who will assist with many tasks, including the following:

Create fun and useful products
Teach others how to use a particular machine
Assist with workshops
General administrative duties

Makerspace Volunteer Application

Crafting for a Cause Volunteers

Love crafting and want to give back to the community/those in need?

Our team of "Crafting for a Cause" volunteers will work on quarterly projects coordinated by the SPL Makerspace and a local organization/group.

At the end of each quarter products will be donated.

Interested? Email Heidi

Current Projects:

NICU Octopus

NICU Hearts

SPL Makershop Volunteers

The SPL Makershop is the perfect volunteer opportunity for those who love crafting and supporting the library.

With the SPL Makershop, volunteers will make items that will be sold in the makerspace to raise fundraising dollars for the library & makerspace. All materials and supplies provided.

Interested? Email Heidi