The Forge at North Branch Library is a makerspace that provides the knowledge to innovate, the space to collaborate, and the tools to help you bring your ideas to life. The Forge offers resources for fabrication, crafting, electronics, digital creation, and more!
The Forge at North Branch Library
3020 N. Locust St.
Denton, TX 76209
forge@cityofdenton.com
Tuesday: 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Thursday: Noon - 3 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. - Noon
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Scroll down to see the equpiment and software available in the Forge. Some equipment is still being added and may be unavailable at this time. Please check back regularly to confirm equipment availability.
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Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter
The Forge has two Glowforge Pro Laser Cutters.
Cricut Maker 3
A Cricut Maker 3 smart cutting machine. Please note, you will need to bring your own materials to use with the Cricut. In addition, you will need a Cricut account to use the machine. For more information, please see the tutorial.
Serger
Hem like you've never hemmed before. Sergers are sewing machines that uses multiple threads to sew fabric together and cover raw edges.
Yarn Ball Winder and Swift
Turn your hanks (or amorphous blobs) of yarn into nice center pull balls.
Additional Crafting Equipment
micro:bit Kits
micro:bit kits with various components.
Makey Makey
Electronic boards that let you use anything conductive to interact with a computer.
Additional Electronics Equipment
Hardware
Digital Creation Software
Programming Software
8.5" x 11" Laminator
A letter size paper laminator. Please note, you will need to bring your own 8.5" x 11" thermal lamination pouches.
Additional Equipment
The current materials offered by the Forge and their prices are listed below.
