An engraving machine carves a pattern into wood. Text reads "Creative Services."
   An icon of a sewing machine appears above text that reads "Makerspace"    An icon of a camera appears above text that reads "Studio".    An icon of a paintbrush appears above text that reads "Create Events".    An icon of a checklist appears above text that reads "Resources".    An icon of a calendar appears above text that reads "Reserve Equipment"
 
FEATURED
 
Line art drawing of a 3D printer
Makerspace Online Training
 
Before using 3D printers, laser cutters, and the CNC router at PPLD's makerspaces, you need to be "badged" (trained). While we offer a variety of in-person classes, you can also watch our online badging videos for the 3D printers and laser cutters.
 
These videos do not teach you the design software but will walk you through using the machines. They are perfect if you want to start using the machines right away.
 
Once you finish the video training, head over to your nearest PPLD makerspace and start using the equipment during Open Hours. 
 
MAKERSPACES
 
A Makerspace staff member talking to patrons.
Makerspace Open Hours
 
The Open Hours of PPLD's makerspaces have changed recently. Currently, the hours for the makerspaces are:
 
Library 21c: 
  • Tue. - Thu. from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Sat. from 2 - 5 p.m.
East Library: 
  • Tue. - Fri. from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sand Creek Library: 
  • Tue. & Wed. from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Thu. from noon - 4 p.m.
  • Fri. from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Find the most up-to-date makerspace information on our makerspaces page.
 
Reservations
 
The makerspaces can get very busy in November and December as people make custom gifts, so don't forget to reserve the equipment online. Each type of machine can be reserved twice a month at each location.
 
Walk-ins are always welcome (and do not count against your reservation limits), but reserving equipment helps ensure the machines you need are ready and available for you.
 
Reserve your equipment up to one week in advance at ppld.org/create/reserve-equipment.
A screenshot of the Inkscape program, showing a line drawing of a complicated abstract shape and digital art tools like tools to change the color of a shape.
Find Project Design Files or 
Make Your Own
 
Looking to become a maker but not sure where to begin? Most of our machines work with files you can find online. Some sites have free resources, others let creators sell their files.
 
If you are interested in making your own designs, Inkscape is one of the most versatile design applications available, enabling you to create designs for the laser cutter, button maker, embroidery machines, and more.
 
STUDIOS
 
Studio 21c with two cameras, a microphone, and lights set up.
What Can You Do in the Studios?
 
There is so much you can do in PPLD's audio and video studios (at no cost!), whether you are a student, beginner, professional, or you just want to make something for fun. Projects people have made in Library studios include:
  • Music videos
  • Commercials
  • Auditions
  • Recording video lectures for online classes
  • Podcasts
  • Fashion Photography
...and so much more! Book the studio at Library 21c or Sand Creek today on the studios page.
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Pikes Peak Library District
P.O. Box 1579, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80901
(719) 531-6333
https://ppld.org/