Overview
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.
Equipment
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Fabrication Equipment
Laser Cutter/Engravers
The Forge has two Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter and Engravers.
ChompSaw
A saw for easily and safely cutting cardboard.
Crafting Equipment
Cricut Maker 3
We have a limited selection of vinyl available for purchase, but it is recommended to bring your own materials.
Cricut Tutorial
Cricut Venture
We have a limited selection of vinyl available for purchase, but it is recommended to bring your own materials.
Cricut Tutorial
Serger
Hem like you've never hemmed before. Sergers are sewing machines that use multiple threads to sew fabric together and cover raw edges.
A basic understanding of this machine is necessary as not all staff know how to operate it.
Yarn Ball Winders and Swifts
Turn your hanks (or amorphous blobs) of yarn into nice center pull balls.
Ball Winder and Swift Tutorial
1" Button Maker
Create your own buttons using this machine and a circle punch. Design by hand or use our software.
Button Maker Tutorial
2.25" Button Maker
Create your own buttons using this machine and a circle punch. Design by hand or use our software.
Button Maker TutorialAdditional Crafting Equipment
- Brother Sewing Machine
- Craft Glue
- Cricut Hat Press
- Cricut Mug Press
- POSCA Paint Pens
- Precision Crafting Knife
- Rotary Cutting Mat and Tools
- T-Shirt Press
Electronics 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.
Makey Makey TutorialsDigital Creation/Programming
Hardware
- 12 PCs
- iMac
- Digital Drawing Tablets
- 3D Scanner
Digital Creation Software
- Audacity
- Adobe Creative Cloud (graphic design, video editing, web development)
- Garage Band
- GIMP
- iMovie
- Inkscape
- MS Office Products
Programming Software
- Arduino IDE
- Python 3
- Visual Studio Code
Additional Equipment
8.5" x 11" Laminator
A letter size paper laminator. The Forge sells thermal lamination pouches (10 / $1) or you can bring your own.
Laminator TutorialAdditional Equipment
- Crafting Light
- Midi Keyboard and Guitar
- Microphone
- Replica Product Photography Backdrops
- 26” paper trimmer
Materials
The current materials offered by the Forge and their prices are listed below. Prices for all materials may fluctuate based on supplier and quantity purchased.
Customizable Blanks
| Items | Price |
|---|---|
| Ballpoint Pen | $1 |
| Bottle Opener | $2.50 |
| Button Making Kit | $1 |
| Cahier Notebook | $5 |
| Canvas Tote Bag | $1 |
| Coasters | $1 |
| Cutting Board | $5 |
| Dog Tag | $1 |
| Glass Ornament | $2.50 |
| Leather Keychain | $1 |
| Leather Luggage Tag | $5 |
| Leather Notebook | $5 |
| Leather Passport Cover | $5 |
| Pencils | $1 for 4 |
| Sublimation Mug | $2.50 |
| Thin Wood Keychains | $0.50 for 3 |
| Wood Bookmark | $0.50 for 2 |
| Wood Keychain | $2.50 |
| Wood Spoon | $1 |
Miscellaneous
| Items | Price |
|---|---|
| 3D Printing | $0.20 per gram |
| Laminating | $0.50 per linear foot |
| Laminating Pouches | $1 for 10 |
| Laser Transfer Paper | $1 per sheet |
| Sticker Paper | $1 per sheet |
| Vinyl | $1 for 4 sheets |
Laser Cutter Sheet Materials
| Items | Price |
|---|---|
| Draftboard/MDF | $5 - $10 |
| Plywood | $5 - $25 |
| 6" x 12" Hardwoods | $10 - $20 |
| 5" x 10" Acrylics | $5 - $10 |
| 12" x 20" Acrylics | $10 - $20 |
| 5" x 10" Leather | $20 |
Are you wanting something that isn't listed? Just ask and we can purchase it for you!
