Eastside Makerspace

Eastside Makerspace - New

Find community in creativity

The Eastside Branch Makerspace, located at 3000 Blake James Drive, is a collaborative workspace for ages 13 and up to make, learn , explore, and share, free of charge. Staff are available during open studio hours to assist in projects of all kinds, or contact Makerspace staff to schedule one-on-one help. Not sure where to start? The Eastside Makerspace also offers regular workshops that introduce participants to new skills, technology, and equipment. Planning to bring a group of 10 or more? Please contact us by calling 859-231-5500 ext.2207 or using the link below.

Sample projects

Engrave a welcome sign, 3D print a business card holder, laminate a sign for your classroom, print a banner for your next event, make a personalized magnet for your refrigerator, sew a quilt block, or cut a vinyl design for your water bottle.

Contact Makerspace Staff

New to the Makerspace?

New customers are required to complete the Experiential Learning Agreement and Equipment Use Policy. Customers ages 13-17 are required to complete the Experiential Learning Agreement with their guardian. Speak with a staff member at the Makerspace for more information.

Equipment

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Tabletop kiln

Tabletop kiln

Fire small pieces made of precious metal clay. Machine can hold items up to 2.5x1.5”. Please supply your own personal materials for firing.

Serger

Serger

This item is available for use in advanced sewing projects. Needles, notions, and thread are provided in the Eastside Makerspace.

Scanner

Scanners

Scan and digitize documents, family photographs, and other print items. 16 and 32 GB flash drives are available for purchase, but you may need to b

Large-format printer/cutter

Large-format printers/cutter

Print large designs on paper and vinyl. The Eastside Makerspace’s 24” printer is compatible with paper, photo paper, and banner vinyl.

Laminator

Laminator

Laminate items up to 24" wide. Lamination is priced per linear foot.

Heat presses

Heat presses

Transfer heat transfer vinyl or sublimation paper designs on t-shirts, mugs, bags, and other heat-resistant and sublimation ready materials.

Cricut machine

Cricut machines

Cricut machines can cut 12x24-inch vinyl, fabric, and paper products.

Comb binding machine

Comb binding machine

Use this machine to bind paper booklets in a variety of sizes. Binding combs are available for purchase, or you can use your own free of charge.

CNC Router

CNC router

Use this router for small scale wood milling with a maximum size of 8x8x3 inches. Please supply your own personal items for milling.

3D printer

3D printers

3D print items with a maximum size of 9.8x8.2x8.6 inches. PLA filament must be purchased from staff in the space.

Button maker

Button makers

The Eastside Makerspace offers 1.25” and 2.25” button makers for buttons and magnets.

Sewing machine

Sewing machines

These provide 60 stitch patterns and are available for use in basic sewing projects. Needles, notions, and threads are provided in the Makerspace.

Laser engraver/cutter

Laser engraver/cutter

Cut wood or engrave on wood, metal, stone, leather, glass and more. The Eastside Makerspace machine can hold items up to 19.6x12.5x5 inches.

Supplies

Supplies like buttons and PLA filament are available to purchase from staff in the Eastside Makerspace. Equipment like the Cricut Maker and sewing machines may be used with your own materials free of charge. Please check with a Makerspace staff member for more details before bringing in materials and using the equipment.

Customers ages 13 and up who have completed the Experiential Learning Agreement and live in Fayette County or a reciprocal county receive an $8 credit each month for material purchases. If you exceed this credit, you can still purchase additional supplies using credit or by tapping to pay.

Makerspace Supplies Price List
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