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Federal Way Library Makerspace

Make, play, and invent at the Federal Way Library.

Contents

Events
Equipment and Software
Resources to Prepare for your Visit
Frequently Asked Questions
Photo Gallery

Events

Attend events at the Makerspace or online.

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Equipment and Software

Explore your interests. Access a variety of software and equipment for free.

Arts and Crafts

Design and Engineering

Digitization and Preservation

  • Digitization equipment can convert the following formats into digital files:
    • VHS
    • VHS-C
    • Mini DV
    • Hi8 tapes
    • Audiocassettes
    • Vinyl records
    • 8mm film and slides

Electronics and Coding

  • Arduino
  • Makey Makey
  • Snap Circuits

Filmmaking and Photography

Heat Presses and Sublimation Printer

Robotics

  • Cubelets
  • Dash robot
  • LEGO Spike Prime
  • Ozobots

Sound and Recording

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.

Glowforge Laser Printer

We have a Glowforge Pro Laser Printer.

  • The printable area is approximately 11 x 19.5 in. The Glowforge Pro also has a pass through slot to accommodate longer materials that is up to 20.4 in wide, up to 1/4 in thick.
  • The Glowforge cuts 1/4 in. and less on a single pass for appropriate materials. It can accommodate material as thick as 1/2 in. but may require multiple passes or flipping the material over.
  • The Glowforge interface will cut, engrave and score SVG file formats. The Glowforge will engrave PDF, JPG and PNG file formats.
  • A small selection of plywood and acrylic is available for learning while supplies last.
  • All materials must be approved by staff before use in the laser printer.
  • Glowforge FAQ

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.

Heat Presses and Sublimation Printer

We have three different heat presses available for use:

Items should not exceed the size limitation of the machines. This ensures high quality outputs.

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

Sewing Machines and Sergers

We have sewing machines and sergers. Scrap fabric is available to practice on while supplies last.

Read instruction books:

Sound Booth

We have a sound booth that is equipped and set up with:

  • MacBook Pro
  • 2 podcasting mics
  • Novation Bass Station analog synthesizer
  • Ableton Push Board
  • Vocal mic with pop screen
  • Keyboard
  • Monitors and headphones

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 i3 MK3S 3D printers. They are equipped with a .4mm nozzle. We print using 1.75 mm PLA filament in a variety of colors.

  • Print jobs may not exceed two hours in length.
  • File formats can be .stl or .obj.

Prepare your files for printing

  • Use an SD card that is 32GB or smaller, formatted to FAT32.
  • Download PrusaSlicer. We use these settings:
    • Print settings: .20mm QUALITY
    • Filament: Prusament PLA – 210 degrees
    • Printer: Original Prusa i3 MK3S and MK3S+

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • A person or group cannot reserve a Makerspace. Please visit the Makerspaces webpage or contact Makerspace staff to learn more about events and services.

  • Thank you for your interest! Please submit a Program Proposal Form, opens a new window.

  • No. We're not offering volunteer opportunities at library Makerspaces at this time.

  • 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.

  • Our Makerspaces include equipment and supplies for:

    • Art,
    • Sewing,
    • Audio and video recording,
    • Coding,
    • Robotics, and more.

    Learn more about what each Makerspace offers:

View more about Makerspaces

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Partners

The Makerspace was made possible by donations from the King County Library System Foundation.

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