Our Makerspaces
Our libraries are home to two Makerspaces, The Letitia McKell Makerspace in Motherwell Library and The Cumbernauld Makerspace in Cumbernauld Library.
Who is Letitia McKell?
The Makerspace in Motherwell Library was made possible thanks to a generous bequest from Letitia McKell.
Born in Cambusnethan in December 1919 she and her husband, Frank, emigrated to North America in 1946, eventually settling in Everett, Washington State, USA where Frank worked in various jobs including as an Engineer.
Letitia was known for her quick-witted humour and her willingness to look after people. Letitia died in September 2001.
We are grateful to her for this behest which allowed this Makerspace to be created.
Create, Repair, and Recycle, Explore and Learn
Our Makerspaces have a range of digital and electronic equipment to help you create, repair and recycle, explore and learn.
Equipment includes:
3D printers and scanners:
We have a range of 3D printers allowing for different print bed sizes.
- Ultimaker 2+ connect
- Ultimaker S7
- BambuLab X1 Carbon
- Rais3D Pro 3 Plus
- Einscan 3P V2
Dye Sublimation Printer & Heat presses
Our Epson SureColour F100 prints dyes onto specialist paper. This allows you to transfer photographs and designs onto other items such as mugs, t-shirts and bags in the heat presses.
Emblaser 2 3D Laser Cutter / Engraver
This small laser cutter will allow cutting and engraving on a wide range of materials including cloth, cardboard, paper, leather and some woods.
Sewing & Embroidery
The Makerspace has a range of sewing and embroidery machines available . These include :
- Husqvarna Viking Emerald 116 sewing machine
- Brother Innovis F420 sewing machine
- Brother Lock 2104D Overlocker
- Simplicity Bias Tape Maker
- Brother Innovis F540E embroidery machine (single needle)
- Brother Entrepreneur ProX Digital Embroidery machine (10 needles)
Equipment may vary between both Makerspaces. Check directly if you are interested in a particular item.
Makerspace Price List
You can find out the costs for materials and use of equipment at the Makerspace here.
Accessing the Makerspace
If you are interested in using the Makerspace please complete the correct enquiry form using the links below and a member of staff will be in contact to discuss access further.
