MakerLab Equipment
Finch MakerLab, Winchester Branch, Alexandria Branch
Machine: Ultimaker 2+ and 3
The SDG Library is now offering 3D printing as a service. Design a 3D model at home, choose from our 3D Printing Catalogue, or download a design from a website like Thingiverse or Youmagine, then visit one of our equipped branches and watch your creation come to life!
Learn more information about 3D printing and access our 3D print catalogue
Cricut Explore Air 2
Finch MakerLab by appointment
Machine: Cricut Explore Air 2
The Cricut Explore Air 2 is a smart cutting machine that works with an easy-to-use companion app named Cricut Design Space. Within the app you can create a project from scratch or browse thousands of images, predesigned projects, and fonts.
The model housed at the MakerLab can cut, draw, or score on materials such as paper, cardstock, vinyl, and bonded fabric. Mats, transfer tape and accessories are provided, as well personal assistance if needed.
The maximum dimensions are 11.5 inches wide and 23.5 inches tall.
Cricut Easypress
Finch MakerLab by appointment
Typically used (alongside our cutting machine) to transfer iron-on vinyl or infusible ink to fabric or other surfaces, the Cricut EasyPress is a hybrid between an iron and a heat press. It has the quality and precision of a heat press but at the convenience of an iron.
Sewing Machine
Finch MakerLab coming soon
Machine: Singer Heavy Duty
A sewing machine designed with your projects in mind, from cotton to canvas. Includes accessories like extra bobbins, a seam ripper, zipper foot, and more. Simply bring in your materials and thread to create original pieces or repair items at your leisure.
Button Maker
Finch MakerLab by appointment
The SDG Library has button makers in 3 sizes: 1", 1 1/4" and 2 1/2"
Die Cut Machine
Finch MakerLab by appointment
Our Die-cutter can easily cut shapes and letters out from a variety of materials including paper, cardstock, felt, fabric, and foam. The MakerLab currently houses an alphabet of 2 inch and 4 inch letters, 4 inch numbers, and various other shapes such as turtles, snowflakes and dragons.
VHS to DVD converter
Finch MakerLab by appointment
Drop off your VHS captured memories, and our MakerLab team will convert them to DVD.
DVDs are available at the MakerLab for $1
Photo Scanner
Finch MakerLab coming soon
Scan your physical photos to digital form. Our wonderful team is diligently working to make this amazing technology accessible to our incredible community in the near future.
Laser Engraving
MakerLab coming soon
Dremel Digilab LC40 Laser Cutter
Our wonderful staff is diligently working to make this amazing technology accessible to our incredible community in the near future.
3D Scanner
MakerLab coming soon
Our wonderful staff is diligently working to make this amazing technology accessible to our incredible community in the near future.
Cricut Mug Press
Finch MakerLab by appointment
Use the Cricut Mug Press, and start making pro-looking mugs in minutes. Results are dishwasher and microwave-safe. Use one of our mugs to create a design, or bring your own (contact us first to see if your mug is compatible!). Use our markers to draw a design, use a design you created, or insert a photo.
Sublimation Printer
Finch MakerLab by appointment
Sublimation printing is a technique for transferring designs or images onto rigid objects or polyester fabrics. The Epson ET 2800 has wireless printing capabilities and uses MicroPiezo technology, which ensures sharp, accurate ink placement for high image quality and optimized print speeds.
