Open Lab is a great time to work on personal or collaborative projects, get feedback, or try something new.
Need help with a design, or want to learn to use a new tool? Library staff are available during Open Lab hours to answer questions and to offer help. Participation in Open Lab requires an active Library card, and a completed Maker User Agreement. Makers must be nine or older to attend Open Lab.
Reservations Recommended For:
Glowforge Lasercutter requires certification and is restricted to Makers age 18+
- Take a certification class.
- Make an online reservation to use the Glowforge.
3D Printers are Run by Library Staff Only
- Submit a 3D Printing request to Library staff.
- Make an appointment for 3D Printing consultationwith Library staff.
Open Lab Equipment
3D Printers
Arts and Crafts
- Button Makers, sizes 1", 1.75" and 2.25"
- Build-a-Button - Software
- Silhouette CAMEO 3 - Vinyl Cutter
- Vinyl Heat Press
- Logan 350 Mat Cutter
- Jewelry Making and Repair Supplies
- Laminator
Audiovisual Digitization
- ClearClick Video to Digital Converter - VHS and Beta
- CR-381 Cassette Player and Converter
- Epson Perfection V600 Flatbed Scanner - Photos, film, and slides
- Epson FastFoto 680W - Photo Scanner
- Wolverine Data Film2Digital MovieMaker-PRO - 8mm and Super 8 Converter
- ION Audio Classic LP | 3-Speed USB Conversion Turntable - Vinyl
Laser Cutter
- Glowforge - Requires a certification class. After certification, Makers should make an online reservation.
Sewing and Embroidery
- Brother CS6000i - Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine (4)
- Brother PE800 - Embroidery Machine
- Brother SE400 - Combination Computerized Sewing and 4x4 Embroidery Machine
- Dress Forms - Size Small through Large
Tools
- Bike pump and rack
- Cordless drills
- Dremel
- Hand tools
- Soldering irons
- Leather working tools
- Alturn 100w Plastic Welder
Consumables Price List
- 3D Printing - $0.05/gram
- Button Makers - $0.15/button
- Cameo Cutter - Regular vinyl: $0.50/12x12 sheet
- Laminator - Laminating film: $0.50/large pouch, $0.25/small pouch
- Heat Transfer Vinyl - $0.75/sheet
- Glowforge - Patrons must provide own materials
- Sewing / Embroidery Machine - Patrons must provide own fabric and thread
Regular Hours
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 12 - 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 12 - 5 p.m.
Thursday: 12 - 8 p.m.
Friday: 12 - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED
The Shop is the Library's makerspace at Central Library, where people and ideas connect.
Come in and explore... The Shop is a collaborative, participatory and inclusive learning environment.
Bring your ideas and your imagination... We are devoted to fostering a supportive community where Library patrons can experiment, play and think outside the box. What will you create?
Technology and equipment in The Shop are made possible in part by the Friends of the Arlington Public Library.
