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The Makerspace

Learn. Share. Create.

The Makerspace provides access to a wide range of tools and resources for making, DIY,

The Makerspace : Learn. Share. Create logo and innovation. The idea behind makerspaces is simple: they are places where people come together to learn about technology, crafts and other kinds of making; to share knowledge and skills with others; and to create things by applying this knowledge. 

Before you visit

All customers 13 and over must fill out a print Makerspace agreement before entering the Makerspace. 

Tools and equipment

3d printers

  • Flashforge finder
  • Flashforge Dreamer
  • PLA filament in a variety of colours.

3d printing is available by request. Use the 3D Printing at GSPL form to submit a request and book a consultation.

Sewing

  • Janome Sewing Machines (model SUV 1108)

Button Makers

  • Button press with materials to make 1" pinbacks
  • Button press with materials to make 1.5" magnets

Crafting Tools and Supplies

  • Acrylic paints and brushes
  • Scissors, cutting mat and assorted paper
  • Crafting foam, knives and hot glue

Woodworking and Hand tools

  • Mitre boxes and handsaws
  • Chisels
  • Wood glue
  • Power drills
  • Hand tools

Soldering

  • Soldering stations
  • Fume extractor
  • Helping hands

Computer workstations with Creative Software

  • Arduino IDE
  • Python IDE
  • Scratch
  • GIMP
  • Inkscape
  • Shotcut
  • Flashprint

Coming Soon: Recording Studio, Arduino, Vinyl Cutter and Heat Press

CreativeBug

Don't know where to start? Creativebug has thousands of video workshops that will guide you through projects you can work through using the tools and equipment in the makerspace. 
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