Federal Way Library Maker Space

 

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FAQs

Q What’s a Makerspace?

King County Library System's Makerspaces are free, library-operated workspaces for people of all ages. All are welcome to learn, create, and collaborate through hands-on experiences. Our Makerspaces include equipment and supplies for:
Art,
Sewing,
Audio and video recording,
Coding,
Robotics, and more.

Q Who can use a Makerspace?

These spaces are for everyone. Some workshops may have age and capacity limits due to the content or availability of tools. Be sure to read class descriptions or ask a staff member for details before attending

Q Can a person or group reserve a Makerspace? 

A person or group cannot reserve a Makerspace, but you can reserve a spot at an event at the Makerspaces. Please visit the Makerspaces webpage or contact Makerspace staff to learn more about events and services.

Q How can I propose a class to teach at a Makerspace?

Thank you for your interest! Please submit a Program Proposal Form through our website!

Q Can I volunteer at a Makerspace?

Due to COVID-19, we do not know when we will welcome volunteers back into our buildings.

Q Can I donate to a Makerspace?

Due to limited storage, we do not take in-kind donations.

Please consider making a donation to our KCLS Foundation. KCLS Foundation donors have made our Makerspace possible.

Q What is available at the Federal Way Makerspace?

As of 9/14, we have the following items, plus many digital and print resources to prepare you for your visit. Please check the website!
Arts and Crafts:
-Sewing machines (Janome HD 3000)
-Sergers (Janome AirThread 2000D)
-Coloring, painting, and paper crafts

Design and Engineering:
-3D printers (Prusa i3 MK3S)
-Carvey computer numerical control (CNC) machine
-Cricut
-3D scanner

Digitization and Preservation:
-Digital converters for VHS, cassette, and vinyl

Electronics and Coding:
-Arduino
-Makey Makey
-Snap Circuits

Filmmaking and Photography:
-Small photo booth
-Stikbot stop motion kits

Heat Presses and Sublimation Printer:
-Mug press (Cricut)
-Heat presses
-Sublimation printer (Sawgrass SG500)

Robotics:
-Cubelets
-LEGO Spike Prime
-BeeBots

Sound and Recording:
-Ableton Live
-Ableton Push 2 and a sound studio with a keyboard and guitar

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