The Medbery Makerspace in Hodges Library welcomes all students, faculty and staff in the UTK community to create, draft, dream, and make with us.
Want to collaborate with your class or group? We welcome opportunities to work with classes and groups. Email us to get started.
Walk up and use on a first come, first serve basis.
Drawing and Mark Making: markers - pencils - pens - liners - crayons - chalk pens - paint pens - colored pencils - fabric markers - graphite sticks - kneaded erasers - gum erasers - magic rub erasers - dry cleaning pad eraser
Tapes and Adhesives: artist tape - masking tape - scotch tape - various glues - hot glue sticks and guns
Other: air dry clay - polymer clay - origami books and supplies - beads - beading trays - various paper and card stock - decorative paper punches - stickers - felt - ribbons - craft sticks - dowels
We also have a take it, or leave it bin full of various maker items.
Brief Description:
65pc metal stamp kit includes essential tools for hand-stamping metal jewelry and keepsakes.
These metal stamps are made of CR-V steel to withstand stamping on soft and hard metals, (up to stainless steel).
Tips:
Keep the stamp upright and level to ensure an even imprint.
Test using scrap material.
Walk up and use on a first come, first serve basis.
Brief Description:
Compasses, dividers, rulers, protractors, and set squares all assist in drawing geometric shapes, like circles and arcs, as well as points, lines, and angles etc.
Tips:
Use the dusting brush and dry-clean bag to keep your
paper/substrate clean and smudge-free.
Brief Description:
Great for for people who love lettering and handwriting. This calligraphy set will help you develop your calligraphy skills. You can write in a wide range of lettering styles with
different pen nibs.
Walk up and use on a first come, first serve basis.
Variety of pliers and materials, such as beads and clasps, for making rings, earrings, and more.
Walk up and use on a first come, first serve basis.
Brief Description:
Personal organization system that visualizes scheduling, reminders, to-do lists, brainstorming, and other
organizational tasks into a single journal using design elements such as quadrants, familiar shapes, swoops, and more.
Tips: Use the artist tape to secure the stencils to your substrate. Use blenders to evenly distribute the ink.