Maker Space
Create & Innovate
Our Maker Space, located at our Bainbridge Branch, is a creative, educational spaces that provide library cardholders access to advanced software, technologies, and equipment. The Maker Space is available to all Geauga County Public Library cardholders. It is free to use, though users are required to pay for the materials used (e.g., 3D printing filament, vinyl material) or use their own pre-approved materials.
Before jumping headfirst into your next project, we require that all users complete the training program associated with the machine they would like to use and sign our User Agreement. Trainings are available in-person and virtually each month, and last between 60-90 minutes depending on the machine.
Maker Space Links
Using the Maker Space
Completed your training and ready to start creating? Reserve your time and equipment via the link below and get started!
3D Printing
3D printers can only be operated by library staff and volunteers. Submit your request below and let us help you turn your imagination into reality.
Office Hours
Need a little extra help operating a machine? Schedule your next visit during our Maker Space’s office hours and let us help turn your imagination into a reality.
Video Tutorials
Haven’t been to the Maker Space in a bit and need a quick refresher on how to use a machine? Click below!
Available Equipment
3D Printer
Submit 3D designs and pick up your work once finished.
Note: 3D printers are in public areas, so the library reserves the right to refuse to print items it deems inappropriate.
Cricut Maker
Create your own designs and cut, score or write them on a variety of materials.
Available at: Bainbridge Branch, Geauga West Branch
Additional Resources: Cricut Maker Guide
Direct-to-Garment Printer
Print designs directly onto T-shirts, apparel, tote bags and other fabric products.
Available at: Bainbridge Branch
Additional Resources: Direct-to-Garment Printer Guide
Embroidery Machine
Automatically stitch designs with the click of a button.
Available at: Bainbridge Branch
Additional Resources: Embroidery Machine Guide
Heat Press
Transfer custom designs on to fabric materials using heat and vinyl/sublimation paper.
Available at: Bainbridge Branch
Additional Resources: Heat Press Guide
Large Format Printer
Print documents using .PDF files up to 54″ across and in any length.
Available at: Bainbridge Branch
Additional Resources: Large Format Printer Guide
Laser Engraver
Perform high-quality engraving and cutting on flat or cylindrical materials.
Available at: Bainbridge Branch
Additional Resources: Laser Engraver Guide
Sewing Machine
Sew designs on to fabric products with a single-needle sewing machine.
Available at: Bainbridge Branch
Additional Resources: Sewing Machine Guide
Vinyl Cutter
Cut vinyl up to 24″ across to create wall decals, outdoor signs, and unique clothing designs.
Available at: Bainbridge Branch
Available at: Vinyl Cutter Guide
Maker Resources
Adobe Creative Suite
LinkedIn Learning – Learn how to use Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and more at your own pace and for FREE.
Making
Craftsy (Hoopla) – Need inspiration for your next project? Browse possible projects and more on Craftsy.
Cricut Maker – Access the Cricut Design Space to make custom vinyl stickers, personalized decor, special greeting cards, customized clothing, and more.
Epilog Laser Sample Club – Access FREE engraving and cutting projects to cut or use as inspiration for your next project.
Inkscape – Download Inkscape for FREE on your computer and create vector imagery for your Maker Space projects.
3D Printing
Tinkercad – Log on Tinkercad through your browser and create unique 3D designs to print using our 3D printers.
Thingiverse – Access over 2.5 million 3D printable designs and print your favorites with our 3D printers.