Forge Makerspace filled with different patrons

Welcome to Forge!

The Forge makerspace is a place for you to build, invent, tinker, learn and create. No matter your skill set, Forge will support your creative process, expand your mind, allow you to explore new technologies and discover do-it-yourself solutions.

Forge is now open during library hours.

Available now: 3D print requests, sewing machines, Cricut Maker, Silhouette CAMEO, Glowforge laser cutter, iMac computers, space to work on creative projects, technology and craft kits, craft materials, Wacom tablet and more. 

 

Ela Library card holders also have access to thousands of art & craft video classes taught by experts and artists via Creativebug and our large collection of Library of Things items for checkout.

 

Forge Equipment

Forge FAQs

Forge is available for use any time the library is open unless there is an event.

Most equipment in Forge is available by request on a first come, first served basis. Certain equipment has proficiency requirements or can only be used by staff members or during a library program.

Visit the Forge Equipment page for tutorials, guides, and details.

3D printing

  • $.10 per gram.

Silhouette Cutting Machine Materials

  • Adhesive vinyl (sticker paper) - $1.50 per 12x12 inch sheet
  • Cardstock - $.20 per 12x12 inch sheet.

Glowforge Laser Cutter

  • Acrylic, clear (1/8) - Glowforge Proofgrade 5x10 - $6.50
  • Basswood Hardwood (1/8) - Glowforge Proofgrade 6x12 - $11.50
  • Natural Leather (1/48) - Glowforge Proofgrade 5x10 - $14.00

You can pay for these materials with cash.

Yes, but all materials not provided by the library must be approved by a librarian or Forge Assistant.

If you are not already comfortable with a sewing machine, please attend one of the library's programs on sewing or request an appointment.

If you are comfortable with a machine, you can use one anytime the space is open. 

Unless there is a library program, Forge is an open space for everyone and cannot be reserved.

If you would like to use the space with a group of more than five people, please contact us.

To use the laser cutter machine, you must make an appointment with a staff member. Submit a Laser Cutter Appointment.

If you are unsure about whether the equipment you want to use has certification requirements, please contact us.