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Medbery Makerspace

The Medbery Makerspace is located in 209 Hodges Library

Arts & Crafts

VARIOUS ARTS & CRAFTS SUPPLIES

 

  

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.

EMBOSSING STAMPS

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.

DRAFTING KIT

 

 

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.

 

CALLIGRAPHY KIT

 

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. 

WOOD CARVING

 

Brief Description:

The wood carving knives are made of quality carbon steel and electrolytic coating, strong and sturdy,ensuring
longevity, suitable for variety of projects.

Safety: Always carve away from you. Keep both hands behind the blade as you carve.

 

LINOCUT CARVING AND PRINTING

Brief Description:

Linocuts are a form of relief printmaking. The method involves carving lines and contours into the surface of the block, leaving the image raised up so it can be inked. The resulting prints are the mirror image of the carved block. Linocuts can produce both black and white prints and multi-colour prints using separate blocks. The rubber blocks can be used multiple times.

Safety: Always carve away from you. Keep both hands behind the blade as you carve.

Tips:
Use clamps to secure the rubber block to the table.
 

JEWELRY MAKING SUPPLIES

 

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.

BULLET JOURNALING AND STENCIL SUPPLIES

 

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.