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MakerLab

Presented by Bradley Public Library

MakerLab
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The MakerLab is open! Register in advance for an appointment. Then, bring your own paper/vinyl/fabric & create a project using a variety of machines! MakerLab events are not classes, but a staff member will be available to assist you. This month’s available machines:CricutBring a few sheets of cardstock and choose from several projects!Bring heat transfer vinyl & a shirt, and we’ll help you create a custom t-shirt!Cricut Heat PressThis machine will fuse your custom vinyl design onto a shirt.Cricut Mug PressBring a mug, and we’ll help you add your own design! Bring permanent adhesive vinyl, and you may use any type of mug. Bring a straight-walled sublimation-compatible mug to use our infusible ink markers and create your own design.AccuQuilt fabric cutterWe have several different-shaped dies for you to choose from! Bring your own fabric. If you need to iron your fabric, please do that before you arrive.Button MakerYou may design your button on a MakerLab laptop, then print your design before using the Button MakerThe library charges 15 cents per page for black-and-white copies and 30 cents per page for color copies.Choose your button size: We have 2 sizes: a 1.25-inch and a 2.25-inch. The cost is 10 cents per pinback button or 25 cents each for a flatback. A flatback will give you the ability to glue a magnet to the back- perfect for displaying on your refrigerator! The 2.25-inch will accept photo paper! Bring photos from home and turn them into a button.Need some inspiration? We have plenty to share! Stop in and take a look at the example projects on display across from the circulation desk. …Still unsure what to create? Bring some materials to your appointment time, and our staff will help you decide!
Please register for your 2-hour time block by calling us at 815-932-6245 or by stopping by the circulation desk.No library card required.Ages 16 and up.Registration is required.

Schedules and locations may change. Always confirm details with Bradley Public Library.

Added Oct 10 · checked by Kankakee Direct.

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