3D print a variety of items. PLA filament must be purchased from staff in the space.…
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Open Studio Hours:
Wednesday & Thursday: 1:00pm – 6:30pm
Friday: 1:00pm – 5:30pm
1st & 3rd Saturday & Sunday: 1:00pm – 4:30pm
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.
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.
3D print a variety of items. PLA filament must be purchased from staff in the space.…
Make buttons and magnets using equipment and supplies available in the Makerspace.…
Use this router for small scale wood milling. Available by appointment only. Please…
Use this machine to bind paper booklets in a variety of sizes. Binding combs are…
Cricut machines can cut 12 x 24-inch vinyl, fabric, and paper products. 12 x 12-inch…
Use a variety of heat presses to transfer your original designs on to personal items…
Print your large-format designs on paper and vinyl. Printer size varies by location.…
Engraver sizes varies by location. Cut wood or engrave on wood, metal, stone, leather…
Sewing machines are available to use for basic sewing projects. Needles, notions, and…
Fire small pieces made of precious metal clay. Available by appointment only. Please…
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.
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