MakerSpace Summer Hours
Central's MakerSpace is CLOSED every Monday from July 7 to September 29, inclusive.
On Tuesday, July 8, MakerSpace will close at 5pm.
BPL currently operates MakerSpace at Central Branch, and will open its newest maker site, MakerStation at Alton Branch, on July 24, 2025. Our third maker site, MakerStudio, will open on September 15 in the relocated New Appleby Branch.
Here's what you need to know when planning your maker project.
If you need guidance on designing your project, please contact us. Review the file requirements for each piece of equipment before saving your design. Whether you are designing from scratch or using a ready-to-make pattern for your maker project, please be aware that the content must not be:
In most cases, you need to purchase material from the library for our machines. We operate on a cost-recovery model. We only charge for materials and equipment usage at cost. Materials sold at the library are only for use within BPL's maker areas.
You do not have to be a Burlington Public Library cardholder to use our maker equipment.
MakerSpace is a small-scale do-it-yourself workshop where you can create designs and use equipment to complete your projects.
Come prepared to use the equipment independently to make the most of your maker experience. We offer free introductory sessions on how to use the equipment. Safety is our top priority inside the studio, and we ask you to follow the directions provided by our staff when using the tools, technology, equipment, and space.
Our experienced team can also offer troubleshooting help and production tips for your project. Please check the equipment information to help guide your project planning.
We recommend pre-booking a time slot so that you have dedicated time to complete your project. Due to high demand, you may book a maximum of two sessions per piece of equipment daily. If the equipment is available, walk-in projects are possible on a first-come, first-served basis.
MakerSpace is located at Central Branch on the 3rd floor. Unless noted, the hours are:
If you have questions about using the equipment, please give us a call at 905.639.3611 extension 1302.
Hardware: Epilog Mini Helix 24 - 40w CO2 laser
All designs are sent to the laser cutter using Corel Draw. Please make sure your design is in one of the following file formats:
Project Size:
Production Cost: $5/every 30 minutes of laser cutting time
Materials Cost (includes tax):
You can supply your own materials for our laser cutter if they meet these requirements.
Hardware: Roland BN-20 Vinyl Printer and Roland GS-24 Vinyl Cutter
All designs are sent to the laser cutter using CorelDraw. Please make sure your design is in one of the following file formats:
Project Size:
Materials must be purchased from BPL. You cannot use your own materials.
Materials Cost (includes tax):
Hardware: Creality Sermoon D3
Please make sure your design is in one of the following file formats: .STL, .OBJ
Project Size:
Production Cost: $2.50 per 30 minutes of print time
3D printing cost quotes: Please drop off your 3D design on a USB key. MakerSpace staff will provide an estimate for the cost of the job and then contact you when your project is complete and ready for pickup.
Materials: Filament is provided by BPL. We cannot accommodate requests for specific filament colours, nor can users supply their own.
Hardware: HP Designjet T1300
All designs are sent to the printer via USB key. Please ensure your finished design is saved as a PDF.
Project Size: 41.5” width maximum
Materials Cost (includes tax):
Create your own customized 1.5” button. Print your designs at home, in the library or draw your own in the Makerspace. Use the die cutter to punch out your design, and then assemble your button using the button maker. No experience is necessary.
Project Size:
Materials Cost (includes tax):
Hardware: Janome Memory Craft 500E
Software: Janome Digitizer V5
Embroidery Size: 7.9” x 11” maximum
Production Cost: $2/every 5000 stitches (or part thereof)
You must purchase embroidery thread from BPL. We offer a variety of colours.
You must supply your own fabric for embroidery machine projects. Acceptable fabrics for embroidery machine projects are: