uCreate is the Library’s makerspace – a creative, DIY space where people of all ages can gather to learn, create and share. The uCreate space offers a mix of hi-tech and low-tech equipment and hands-on learning, with help from you.
Check our events calendar for all our uCreate programs.
3D Printing:
- Cube 3 3D printer –Dimensions: 13.2 (w) x 13.5 (h) x 9.5 (d) inches; Maximum Design Size: 6 x 6 x 6 inches; Print Properties: Dual jets. Plastic Jet Printing (PJP) technology; Layer Thickness: 70 microns or 200 microns.
- Sense handheld 3D scanner – Scan physical objects to convert to a 3D printable file.
- Laptop with 3D software – Cube Print and Sense, plus access to Thingiverse and Tinkercad.
How to use: Sign up for a 3D Printing for Beginners workshop. Once you take the class, schedule a one-on-one training session to become 3D certified. After you are 3D Certified, you may schedule time to use the equipment independently.
Circuitry and Robotics:
- Lego Mindstorms robots (2) – Build your robot using the LEGO elements, motors, and sensors included in the set. Program your robot in the icon-based programming interface. Once you have built and programmed your robot, it’s time to play.
- Raspberry Pi – a credit-card sized computer that plugs into a computer monitor or TV, and uses a standard keyboard and mouse. It enables people of all ages to explore computing, and to learn how to program in languages like Scratch and Python.
- littleBits circuits – a platform of easy-to-use electronic building blocks that allow you to invent anything, from your own remote controlled car, to a smart home device. The Bits snap together with magnets – no soldering, no wiring, no programming needed.
How to use: Try out this equipment at a uCreate Play session or check our events calendar for programs featuring this equipment.
Crafting:
- Cricut electric die cutter with cartridges – electronic cutting machine cuts vinyl, paper, fabric & more. Use for scrapbooking, home décor, card making and more.
- Accu-cut die cutter – hand-operated roller die cutting machine and cutting templates.
- Brother SE 400 computerized sewing and embroidery machine – Features: Large 4″ x 4″ embroidery area; 67 built-in sewing stitches, including utility, quilting, heirloom and decorative stitches; 70 built-in embroidery designs, 5 embroidery fonts and 120 frame pattern combinations; Design editing features including rotate, mirror-images, increase and decrease the size of your designs.
- Badge maker –Make your own 2 ¼-inch badges with any design you choose.
- Laminator - Capable of laminating documents up to 12.5 inches wide.
How to use: Call 203-385-4164 to schedule a tutorial. Once you complete a tutorial, you may schedule time for independent use.
Photo Editing:
- Canon film/photo scanner (located in uCreate Annex) – Scan photos, slides and negatives.
- Photoshop Elements & Elements Premiere software (located in uCreate Annex) – Fix, enhance and edit your photos.
- Canon Pixma color photo printer– Print your pictures on photo paper.
How to use: Call 203-385-4164 to schedule a tutorial. Once you complete a tutorial, you may schedule time for independent use.
Converters:
- Roxio converter (use on MacBook) – Capture and transfer VHS movies to DVD, iPhone, iPad, Android tablet, post to Facebook or YouTube.
- Vidbox VHS to DVD converter – Transfer your home movies to DVD. Conversion time is 1 to 1.
- VHS adapter – for smaller cassettes.
How to use: Call 203-385-4164 to schedule a tutorial. Once you complete a tutorial, you may schedule time for independent use.
Video Equipment (in uCreate Annex):
- Photo/video studio light kit with green screen.
- Video camera
How to use: Call 203-385-4164 to schedule a tutorial. Once you complete a tutorial, you may schedule time for independent use. Prior to using any uCreate equipment, users must sign the uCreate Agreement. Questions? Please call 203-385-4164 or email the Library’s uCreate Team at ucreateinfo@stratfordlibrary.org.