Visit the Makerplace
Visit the Makerplace to make a gift during the holidays, learn to cook a new dish, sew a pillow case and more.
Explore the Makerplace
Fabrication
Fabrication
The Fabrication room contains some of the Makerplace’s most exciting and high-tech pieces of equipment for unlimited opportunities for creative projects.
Available Equipment & Tools
- Bambu Lab X1C 3D Printers
- Sublimation Printing
- Dremel LC40 Laser Cutter
- Epilog Laser Fusion Edge 24 60W Laser Cutter
- Mayku FormBox
- Cricut Maker 4 Craft Cutters
- Heat Presses
- Table Top Photo Booth
- Variety of hand tools
Flex Spaces
Flex Spaces
The Makerplace is designed to be flexible to accommodate many different types of programs, events and work areas.
Flex 1 is the largest room in the Makerplace with work tables on wheels and seating to accommodate individuals and small groups. This is the place where makers can gather to work on projects they might not have room for at home, or where they can work alongside other makers in a true collaborative environment. Reservations are not needed; first-come, first-served basis when programs are not in session.
Flex 2 is home to design computers, iMacs and PCs, for conceptualizing, designing and rendering your ideas. Makerplace Design stations are designated for use with creative design software. General web browsing stations are located at the main library.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Chop, mix and learn about cooking in the Makerplace's commercial-grade kitchen space. This unique room includes a commercial-grade stove and double oven, blast chiller, refrigerator, dishwasher, mixers and a three-compartment sink.
View the Policy 7.021 Makerplace Kitchen – Public Use for policy information.
Visit the Makerplace calendar for upcoming programs and classes in the Kitchen.
Sewing & Quilting
Sewing & Quilting
Space for sewing, quilting and custom embroidery is available on the lower level.
Individual sewing stations are available on a walk-in basis when classes are not in session.
Available Equipment
- Brother N2750D Sewing & Embroidery Machine
- Brother Pacesetter PS200T Sewing Machines (Nine)
- GO! Big Electric Fabric Cutter
- Serger
- Sewing Notions
- Table (8'x8') for Fabric Layout & Cutting
Creative Arts
Creative Arts
The Creative Arts area offers flat surfaces to work on projects you might not have room for at home. Traditional art mediums such as painting, sketching and screen printing can be done here. A tile floor and nearby sinks provide an easy to clean creative studio environment.
Use of the Creative Arts area and equipment is available on a walk-in basis when library programming is not scheduled.
Waivers
All users must sign a waiver before using Makerplace or Kitchen equipment or attending Makerplace classes. Return completed waivers to the Makerplace, Checkout Desk at the library or drive-up window.
Scout Visits
Arlington Heights-based Scout groups can request a visit with the Makerplace to help earn their badges.
Rental Opportunities
Space rentals at the Makerplace are available, following the prioritization of library-sponsored activities, classes and programs. The Kitchen is available for both commercial and non-commercial rentals.