iLAB Creative Spaces are learning environments to explore various technologies and work on creative projects.
All iLAB equipment and software is available for public use, free of charge.
iLAB equipment and locations
Audio Production
Use our sound booth and microphones to record and edit music, podcasts and more.
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Creative design – Mac
Use Adobe Creative Suite – PhotoShop, InDesign, Illustrator – and more to bring your graphic design ideas to life.
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Creative design – PC
Use Adobe Creative Suite – PhotoShop, InDesign, Illustrator – and more to bring your graphic design ideas to life.
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Photo, slide, negative conversion
Digitize your photos, slides and negatives.
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VHS to digital conversion
Convert your VHS tapes to a digital file you can upload to the cloud, a flash drive or a DVD.
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8mm to digital conversion
Convert your 8mm film reels to digital files.
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3D Printing
Use our Ultimaker 2+ Connect printers to print your 3D models. PLA filament provided.
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Sewing machines
Janome Schoolmate sewing machines are available to mend, hem or create something new. Basic sewing accessories are provided – bring your own fabric and thread.
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Serger
Sew, finish and trim away seams and raw edges in one easy step for professional looking results using our Janome serger.
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Fabric cutter
Use the AccuQuilt Go! Big fabric cutter and dies to cut fabric for quilting, appliques and more.
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Paper cutter
Use the Silhouette Cameo for cardstock, vinyl, and stickers to create unique projects.
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Typewriter
Use a typewriter to embellish your scrapbooking, address envelopes and more.
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Button maker
Bring images in to make 2.5-inch pin back buttons.
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Book binder
Use a comb binding to make your own books or documents.
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Laminator
Cold laminator allows you to protect your papers without using heat.
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For a full list of permanent iLAB equipment and software at each location, see
iLAB Equipment & Software Available.
Reserving equipment
You can reserve equipment through our online reservation system for up to four hours.
Reservations are required and include a signed or digitally signed waiver by an adult.
You may reserve more than one piece of equipment at a time.
Please arrive on time or your reservation may be lost.
All iLAB equipment use must be completed 20 minutes prior to library closing time.
Reserve
iLAB hours
iLABS are available for public use during library open hours. Library staff are available to help.
Get help at an appointment
One-on-one appointments are available for iLAB equipment reservations.
iLAB volunteers available
iLAB volunteers are available to share their specialized skills related to one or more pieces of maker equipment at our
Galaxie,
Heritage, and
Pleasant Hill locations.
Please contact the library location to learn more.
Bring your own supplies
Many pieces of equipment require you to bring your own supplies, such as fabric for use with the sewing machine. Work cannot be saved to library computers, so bring an external drive or storage device or upload to a cloud-based service.
For 3D printing, the library will supply the filament material needed to print your 3D model.
You don't always need a library card
Most equipment doesn't require a library card.
You will need a
library card to use the following:
- Wireless keyboard and mouse for Mac computers
- Audio/video production pieces
You will need a
library card and a driver's license or state ID to use the GoPro camera.
Take a tour
To enquire about tours for individuals or groups, please call the library of the iLAB location you'd like to visit. Tours can be given during most iLAB open times if staff is available.