Makerspace Classes & Workshops
April Programs
Digitize VHS & VHS-C |
Learn how to use our digitizing equipment to turn your VHS & VHS-C into MP4 files.
Tuesday, April 23rd starting at 10am
Register for the Digitize VHS class |
Labeled Garden Stakes |
Learn how to design and create custom garden stakes. Label your veggies, herbs, plants, and flowers. Garden stakes can be made of wood or acrylic.
Each person will design and make 3 stakes in this class. Each stake will measure approximately 1"x6".
Cost will be $5 and collected at the end of class.
Wednesday, April 24th starting at 12pm (noon)
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Embroidery Embellished Photos |
Join this very fun class and learn the new trend of embroidery embellished photos! For this class the photo and embroidery thread will be provided. Lean 3 or 4 basic embroidery stiches and knots to get started on your own creation. Cost will be $2 collected at the end of class. Tuesday, April 30th starting at 6pm This class is full and registration is closed. We will run this class again in May. |
Early May Programs - Registration OPEN
Intro to the Makerspace |
Do you wonder what we do in the Makerspace? What machines are available? What kinds of projects can be made? Join us for a 1 hour tour of the space, equipment, and see examples of items made on each machine. No registration required. Wednesday, May 1st starting at 10am. |
Digitize Slides |
Learn how to scan your slides then transfer and save onto USB/external memory. Slides will be digitized into an image file format. Tuesday, May 7th starting at 10am |
Embroidery Embellished Photos |
Join this very fun class and learn the new trend of embroidery embellished photos! For this class the photo and embroidery thread will be provided. Lean 3 or 4 basic embroidery stiches and knots to get started on your own creation. Cost will be $2 collected at the end of class.
Tuesday, May 7th, starting at 1pm Register for Embroidery Photos May 7th class
Tuesday, May 28th, starting at 6pm - Registration link will be posted May 1st.
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Needlework Group Drop-In |
A time for people to work on their own projects. No formal teaching provided. Knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, hand-embroidery. May Dates: Tuesday, May 7th, 6-8pm Wednesday, May 8th, 10-12 (noon)
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Mother's Day Flower Holder (Children's Program) |
We will use the laser to precut your design choice out of wood. 4 designs to choose from. Children will paint and glue the flower holder during class. After class, children are encouraged to pick flowers, add them to the holder, and gift to Mom! (Mother's Day is the next day!) Children must be accompanied by an adult. Open to children ages 4-12. $2 will be collected after class. Saturday, May 11th starting at 10am OR Request a take-and-make! |
Makerspace Saturday Drop-In |
Drop in for a tour of the space, learn more about the equipment, and ask questions. Saturday, May 11th 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
May Programs - Registration Opens May 1st
Engraved Cutting Board |
Learn how to design and create text to be engraved onto the cutting board. Each person will make 1 cutting board. Please note we will not have time to engrave all cutting boards during class. Some will be competed after class and need to be picked up at a later date. Cost will be $15 and collected at the end of class. Wednesday, May 15th starting at 10am Thursday, May 30th starting at 6pm
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Lakefield Farmers' Market Vendor |
SPL Makerspace will be a vendor at the Lakefield Farmers' Market again this summer! Each visit we will have a collection of items all made in the makerspace by volunteers and staff. All proceeds go toward programming in the makerspace. The LFM is open 9am - 1pm. 2024 dates: Thursday, May 16th Thursday, June 20th Thursday, July 4th and 18th Thursday, August 1st and 15th Thursday, September 5th Thursday, October 10th |
Print then Cut Labels |
Learn how to use Cricut Design Space to design and make labels. Labels will be printed on glossy white sticker paper. Each person will get 1 sheet of sticker paper 8.5"x11". Cost will be $5 collected at the end of class. Tuesday, May 21st starting at 1pm. |
Sublimation Tote Bag |
Learn how to design and create a tote bag using sublimation. We will use laptops to create your personal design. Designs can include images and text and can be printed in black and white or full colour. Then learn how to use the heat press to apply your design onto your tote bag. All toes are white and measure 14" x 16". Cost is $10 and will be collected at the end of class. Thursday, May 23rd starting at 6pm. |
Digitize VHS and VHS-C |
Learn how to use our digitizing equipment to turn your VHS & VHS-C into MP4 files. Tuesday, May 28th starting at 10am |
Embroidery Embellished Photo |
Join this very fun class and learn the new trend of embroidery embellished photos! For this class the photo and embroidery thread will be provided. Lean 3 or 4 basic embroidery stiches and knots to get started on your own creation. Cost will be $2 collected at the end of class.
Tuesday, May 28th, starting at 6pm
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About SPL Makerspace
Location: 1 Bridge Street, Lakefield
You can book your visit by phone by calling us at 705 651-8601. View our list of machines and services below.
Our hours:
Tuesdays - 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesdays - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Thursdays - 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
What is a Makerspace?
The idea behind makerspaces is simple: they are places where people can come together to learn about technology, crafts and other kinds of making, to share knowledge and skills with others, and to apply this knowledge and skill by creating things. You can explore using high-tech to no-tech tools.
SPL Makerspace Guidelines |
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Volunteer and Crafting for a Cause |
SPL Makerspace is looking for volunteers who will assisit with many tasks, including the following:
Makerspace Volunteer Application
Crafting for a Cause Volunteers Love crafting and want to give back to the community/those in need? Our team of "Crafting for a Cause" volunteers will work on quarterly projects coordinated by the SPL Makerspace and a local organization/group. At the end of each quarter products will be donated. Interested? Email Heidi Current Projects:
SPL Makershop Volunteers The SPL Makershop is the perfect volunteer opportunity for those who love crafting and supporting the library. With the SPL Makershop, volunteers will make items that will be sold in the makerspace to raise fundraising dollars for the library & makerspace. All materials and supplies provided. Interested? Email Heidi |
Class Visits |
We would love to have your class visit our makerspace. Visits can include a tour of the space and overview of equipment. Please contact Heidi to discuss and book your class visit. |
Resources |
Copyright
Selwyn Public Library Makerspace Copyright and Intellectual Property Policy Canadian Intellectual Property Office’s website
Commercial License *A growing collection of sites that offer files with different commercial licenses. *It’s the user’s obligation and responsibility to determine and satisfy copyright or other use restrictions for each site. |
Questions? |
We'd love to hear from you. Phone Number: 705 651-8601 |
The new SPL Makerspace is thanks to a $78,200 Resilient Communities Fund grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation.
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