Bellevue Library Makerspace
Make, play, and invent at the Bellevue Library.
Events
Attend events at the Makerspace or online.
The Memory Lab is a space for community members to record their personal stories. Learn how you can participate.
Equipment and Software
Explore your interests. Access a variety of software and equipment for free. Discover resources to prepare for your visit.
Arts and Crafts
- Cricut machines and presses
- Sewing machines (Janome HD 3000, Janome 3160QDC)
- Sergers (Janome AirThread2000D Professional)
- Sublimation Printer (Sawgrass SG500)
- Jewelry making supplies
- Leatherworking kit
- Coloring, painting, and paper crafts
Design and Engineering
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- 3D printers (Prusa i3 MK3S, Prusa MK4)
- Laser cutter (Epilog Mini 40W)
Digitization and Preservation
- Digital converters for VHS, cassette, vinyl, and 8mm film
- Flatbed scanner
Electronics and Coding
- Arduino
- Raspberry Pi
- Makey Makey
- Micro:bit
Filmmaking and Photography
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Final Cut
- Photo Booth (25x30x25 in.)
- Canon EOS M50 Camera
Sound and Recording
- Recording software
- Microphones
- Synthesizers
- Midi controllers
- Electric guitar (Epiphone SG Special)
- Electric bass (Ibanez TMB100)
Make a Reservation
Reservation Policy
- Accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Limited to two hours each week.
- Except for Laser Cutter appointments, which are one hour.
- You may only reserve one piece of equipment at a time.
- Must be requested at least 24 hours before the potential reservation time.
- Can be made 4 weeks into the future.
- Will be held for 15 minutes after the time of reservation, then will be canceled. If you will be late, please contact the Bellevue Library at (425) 450-1765.
- If you need to cancel, please do so no later than 2 hours before your reservation.
- Waivers are required for the use of the laser cutter, soldering station, sewing machines and sergers. Ages 17 and younger must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian and be accompanied by an adult.
Include enough time in your reservation for setting up and cleaning up at the end of your session.
Questions? Call the Bellevue Library at (425) 450-1765.
Resources to Prepare for Your Visit
Adobe Creative Cloud
We have computers with Adobe Creative Cloud software installed. This includes:
- Adobe XD
- Acrobat DC
- After Effects
- Audition
- Dreamweaver
- Illustrator
- InDesign
- Media Encoder
- Photoshop
- Premiere Pro
Online courses
Learn more about Adobe Creative Cloud software on LinkedIn Learning.
- Log in with your library card for free.
- Search for your topic (e.g., 'Photoshop') to get started.
Learn more about becoming an Adobe Certified Professional.
Cricut and Sublimation Printer
We have these cutting machines and presses:
- 2 Cricut Makers and 2 Cricut Maker 3s
- 4 Cricut EasyPresses
- 2 Cricut EasyPress Minis
- 1 Cricut Mug Press
- 1 Tumbler Press
- 1 Hat Press
We have a Sawgrass SG500 Sublimation Printer.
- Sublimation paper printing must be 8.5 by 11 inches
- Sublimation transfers are best on a polyblend fabric
- All other items require a sublimation coating
Online courses
Learn more about how to use the Cricut at Cricut Learn.
Laser Cutter
We have an Epilog Mini 40W laser cutter.
- The bed size is 12 x 18 inches.
- We use Adobe Illustrator to send jobs to the laser.
- A small selection of plywood and acrylic is available for learning while supplies last.
- Watch our video: Using the Laser Cutter at the Bellevue Library Makerspace.
- Review our Laser Cutter Resource List.
Online courses
Learn more about laser cutting on LinkedIn Learning.
- Log in with your library card for free.
- Search for your topic (e.g., 'Laser cutting' or 'Adobe Illustrator') to get started.
Sewing Machines and Sergers
We have mechanical and electronic sewing machines and AirThread sergers. Scrap fabric and notions are available to practice on while supplies last.
Sound Room
The sound room is fully equipped and set up with:
Computers:
- MacBook Pro with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro
- Windows desktop with Ableton Live, Adobe Audition, and Audacity
Other equipment:
- Ableton Push 2
- Akai MPK261 keyboard
- Arturia DrumBrute analog drum machine
- Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB interface
- Korg Volca FM Synthesizer with Sequencer
- Korg Minilogue Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer
- Microphones (dynamic and condenser).
- SE Electronics XS 1
- Audio-Technica AT2020
- Shure SM57
- Monitors and headphones
- Novation Bass Station II
- Electric guitar (Epiphone SG Special)
- Electric bass (Ibanez TMB100)
Online courses
Learn how to use software with lessons on LinkedIn Learning.
- Log in with your library card for free.
- Search for your topic (e.g., 'Ableton') to get started.
3D Printer
We have Prusa MK4 & Prusa i3 MK3S 3D printers with .4mm nozzles. We print using 1.75mm filament, and we have both PLA and PETG in a variety of colors.
- Print jobs must be complete by the end of the Makerspace program or by the end of your reservation window.
- You can bring in 3D files such as .stl or .obj and prepare them for printing using Makerspace computers. Or, you can prepare the files at home and bring in the G-code file to print.
Prepare your files for printing
Download PrusaSlicer to prepare files for our 3D printers. The printers need different settings, so be sure you slice for the correct printer. Here are our recommended settings:
i3MK3S
- Default slicing settings for MK3S:
- Print settings: .20mm QUALITY
- Filament: Generic PLA
- Printer: Original Prusa i3 MK3S and MK3S+
- Save the G-code to an SD card that is 32GB or smaller.
MK4
- Default slicing settings for MK4:
- Print settings: .20mm SPEED
- Filament: Generic PLA
- Printer: Original Prusa MK4 Input Shaper 0.4 nozzle
- Save the G-code to a USB drive.
If you bring in G-code, we recommend also bringing in the .stl or .obj file in case you need to make changes.
Online courses
Learn more about 3D printing on LinkedIn Learning.
- Log in with your library card for free.
- Search for your topic (e.g., 'Prusa') to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Federal Way Library Makerspace FAQs
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Our 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.
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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.
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A person or group cannot reserve a Makerspace. Please visit the Makerspaces webpage or contact Makerspace staff to learn more about events and services.
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Thank you for your interest! Please submit a Program Proposal Form, opens a new window.
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No. We're not offering volunteer opportunities at library Makerspaces at this time.
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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.
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Partners
The Makerspace was made possible by donations from the King County Library System Foundation.