Makerspace at Coolock Library
Published on 23rd February 2023
What is the Coolock Library Makerspace?
Makerspaces have become one of the primary places to learn crafts, trades, and technology. The Maker Space at Coolock Library is a multi-use, creative and educational community space.
It houses a range of facilities and tools including laptops, a 3D printer, a vinyl cutter, and sewing machines. The space facilitates STEM learning in an informal setting. This accessible, dynamic and inclusive space is at the heart of Dublin City Council’s commitments under the Creative Ireland initiative.
If you are interested in making and creating, Makerspaces provide the tools, support and environment you need. They supply tools like 3D printers, software, electronics, craft supplies, and wood and metalwork tools. More importantly, they also provide support and access to knowledge, and give you the space to be creative.
Many libraries have begun to develop spaces for design and activities to teach and empower communities. The maker movement in libraries is about teaching people to think for themselves, to think creatively, and to look for do-it-yourself solutions.
Makerspace Events and Workshops
The Makerspace will host events and workshops to provide people with opportunities to take full advantage of the facilities on offer.
Follow Coolock Library on facebook or sign up to Coolock Library newsletter to stay informed about upcoming workshops and events.
Contact Coolock Library: E. [email protected] / T: 01 222 8490.
Coolock Library Makerspace Tutorials on YouTube
How to use the sewing machine for embroidery
This short video is a handy introduction to the Embroidery Machine technology available in the Maker Space.
Produced by Ash Watson and curated by MetaTech Ltd.
How to use the 3D scanner
This short video gives a brief introduction to 3D scanning technology available in the Maker Space.
Produced by Ash Watson and curated by MetaTech Ltd.
How to use the Lasercutter
This video will give you a short introduction to the lasercutter technology available in the Maker Space.
Produced by Ash Watson and curated by MetaTech Ltd.
Further Resources
www.makerspaces.com/blog/: Free resources, makerspace projects, makerspace ideas and tips and project based STEM learning.
Thingiverse is a website dedicated to t.e sharing of user-created digital design files. Providing primarily free, open-source hardware designs licensed under the GNU General Public License or Creative Commons licenses, the site allows contributors to select a user license type for the designs that they share.
