Contact the Makerspace: (510) 583-2108 | Email Announcement: The Dremel LC40 Laser Cutter is out of order for repairs as of 10/24/24, we anticipate it will be out of service for at least 4 weeks.
How Do I Make a Reservation?
Find the piece of equipment you'd like to use below and click on the link to make a reservation for that equipment.
Note: You may make one reservation per day.
When Is It Open?
Tuesdays | 2-6 p.m. |
Thursdays | 12-4 p.m. |
Saturdays | 12-4 p.m. |
Where Is It?
The Makerspace is at the Downtown Library on the 2nd floor, near the elevators.
How Old Do I Have to Be?
- If you're over 18, you just need to fill out the required paperwork.
- If you're over 13 but under 18, you need to have a waiver signed by an adult guardian, the guardian must be present when turning in your waiver.
- If you're over 7 but under 13, you must be accompanied by an adult guardian at all times. Adult guardians may be responsible for a maximum of two children, and may not have their own appointment at the same time.
- If you're under 7, you can't use the Makerspace yet, but keep an eye out for special events for young children.
For their safety, children under 7 are not allowed inside the Makerspace.
Before your first appointment, you must complete:
Makerspace Registration Packet
You can either fill it out and email it to us, print it out and bring it with you, or visit us during Makerspace open hours to fill it out in person.
Adult Registration Packet (pdf) Minor or Dependent Adult Registration Packet (pdf)
Makerspace Safety Orientation
You can view and complete the orientation at home ahead of time, or complete it at the beginning of your first appointment.
Safety Orientation
Equipment-Specific Safety Orientation
Most of the equipment also requires a specific safety orientation. You can view the full requirements on the individual equipment pages.
What Should I Bring?
Generally speaking, you should bring a project idea and materials for making it. Each equipment page has more specific details.
Can I purchase materials at the library?
We have a limited assortment of materials available for purchase in the Makerspace. You can find the price list at the bottom of this page.
What Equipment is Available?
Brother ScanNCutAn electric cutting machine that can be used to cut materials such as paper, fabric, vinyl, foam, and felt from a digital project file or scan. Learn more about the Brother ScanNCut → |
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CarveyA 3D carving machine that uses a bit to cut materials such as wood, plastic and machinable foam. Carvey can be used for making jewelry, signs, toys and more! Learn more about Carvey → |
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Cricut EasyPressA smart heat transfer machine. Learn more about the Cricut EasyPress → |
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Cricut Maker CXPL301A smart cutting and drawing machine that can cut and draw on over 300 materials including paper, fabric, matboard and leather. Learn more about the Cricut Maker → |
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Dremel 3D45 3-D PrinterA 3-D printer which takes a digital file and prints a three-dimensional object out of PLA filament. Learn more about the Dremel 3D Printer → |
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Dremel Digilab LC40 Laser CutterA 40-watt laser cutter that takes image files and cuts or engraves material by firing the laser. Learn more about the Dremel Laser Cutter → |
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Epson Wide-Format PrinterA large size inkjet printer with scan capabilities. The maximum scan size is 11”x17”. The maximum borderless print size is 13”x19”. Learn more about the Epson Wide-Format Printer → |
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Kenmore Sensor Sew 70A sewing machine that can perform a variety of functional and decorative tasks. Learn more about the Kenmore Sewing Machine → |
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LulzBot Taz-6 3-D PrinterA 3-D printer which takes a digital file and prints a three-dimensional object out of PLA filament Learn more about the LulzBot 3-D Printer → |
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Sublimation StationPrint photos and designs then transfer to mugs, hats, clothing and more with a heat press! Learn more about the Sublimation Station → |
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Xyron Create-A-Sticker MaxTurn any piece of paper into a sticker. Learn more about the Xyron Create-A-Sticker Max → |
Materials Price List
Carvey (max. 2 units per type per reservation) |
6" x 6" Baltic birch 1/2" | $2.50/each |
4" x 8" Baltic birch 1/2" | $2.50/each |
4" x 6" Linoleum (Battleship Gray) | $3.00/each |
6" x 6" 2-color HDPE plastic | $3.00/each |
Laser Cutter (max. 2 units per type per reservation) |
12" x 9" Baltic birch 1/8" | $3.00/sheet |
5" x 7" Clear acrylic | $3.00/sheet |
Cricut & Scan N Cut |
Iron-on vinyl (per square ft) | $1.00/square foot |
Permanent adhesive vinyl | $1.00/square foot |
12" x 12" cardstock | $.50/sheet |
Transfer tape | $.50/square foot |
Wide-Format Photo Printer |
11" x 17" matte paper + ink (Limit 2/visit) | $.85/sheet |
11" x 17" glossy paper + ink (Limit 2/visit) | $1.35/sheet |
13" x 19" matte paper + ink (Limit 2/visit) | $1.75/sheet |
13" x 19" glossy paper + ink (Limit 2/visit) | $3.50/sheet |
4"x6" ink only (Limit 10/visit) | $0.05/sheet |
5"x7" ink only (Limit 10/visit) | $0.07/sheet |
8.5"x11" ink only (Limit 5/visit) | $0.20/sheet |
11"x17" ink only (Limit 2/visit) | $0.35/sheet |
11"x13" ink only (Limit 2/visit) | $.50/sheet |
Sewing Supplies |
Fabric 12"x12" | $0.75/each |
Fat Quarter 18"x22" | $2.50/each |
Fusible Interfacing | $0.25/linear foot |
Sublimation |
Sublimation Paper + Ink 8.5"x11" (limit 5/visit) | $1.25/each |
Bag - Small (limit 1/vist) | $1.00/each |
Bag - Large (limit 1/visit) | $1.50/each |
Xyron Create a Sticker (limit 12 linear inches per visit) |
Sticker Paper | $.10/linear inch |
Magnet Paper | $.30/linear inch |
Miscellaneous Supplies |
Shrinky Dink Sheet | $.50/each |
Perler Project | $.50/project board |
Laminating Pouch | $.25/each |