The Makerspace has four (4) Original Prusa i3 MK3S+ 3D printers and two (2) Ultimaker 3D printers. We supply PLA filament in a variety of colors for printing.

Acceptable Materials: PLA

May I Bring My Own Materials?: No

Project Ideas: Keychains, figurines, models, replacements parts, custom tools

When To Access: Open Makers, Intro to 3D Printing, Intro to Tinkercad

Contact fpotter@redwoodcity.org with questions about 3D printing

The Makerspace has one (1) Epilog Fusion Edge 24 laser machine that can cut and engrave a variety of materials, provided for free by the Library. The library provides materials for projects (including plywood, cardboard, wood veneer and acrylic)

May I Bring My Own Materials?: No. Due to the limitations of the space we are not able to accommodate outside materials.

Project Ideas: Boxes, models, artwork

When To Access: By appointment

Please contact fpotter@redwoodcity.org for questions about using the laser

The Makerspace has two (2) Cricut Maker 3 cutting machines that can be used to cut complex shapes from thin materials such as fabric, paper, and vinyl. We have a variety of materials, cutting mats, machine attachments, and weeding tools for you to try out.  We have a heat press.

Acceptable Materials: Paper, fabric, thin cardboard, vinyl

May I Bring My Own Materials?: Yes

Project Ideas: Customized vinyl decals, batch fabric cutting for quilting, personalized greeting cards

When To Access: Open Makers; Tiempo de Creación

Appointments: Not available at this time

The Makerspace has ten (10) Baby Lock Zeal sewing machines.  These sewing machines are up to a variety of basic sewing tasks and are great for beginners learning to sew.  We can provide everything you need to get started: fabric, thread, cutting & measuring tools, irons, sewing notions, and sewing machine attachments.

Acceptable Materials: Fabric

May I Bring My Own Materials?: Yes

Project Ideas: General sewing projects, mending, alterations, fabric repairs

When To Access: Open Sewing, Open Makers, Tiempo de Creación, ¡Lunes de Costura!

The Makerspace has one (1) Baby Lock Meridian Embroidery Machine.

Acceptable Materials: Fabric and fabric items

May I Bring My Own Materials?: Yes

Project Ideas: Customize sewing projects, bags, clothing, and more

When To Access: By appointment

• Reconfigurable tables and chairs for collaborative work
• Small TVs with HDMI connections. Ask staff to get connected.
• Laptops available from the Kiosk in the Reading Room

NOTE: Makerspace equipment is not available during this time