Please note: from July 2nd to September 6th our summer hours for The Fibre Café and station rental/reservation are from noon to 2:30 pm (Wed/Sat).  From September 7th on, GIRO Makerspace will be switching to regular winter hours of 1:00-3:30 pm.

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We offer a variety of ways for you to access the Makerspace facilities.   

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The Fibre Café (by donation) [Wed. and Sat. afternoons, noon-2:30pm]

The Fibre Café is our informal drop-in session for people with an interest in textiles to
gather. Bring a current project [with your own tools/supplies] to keep your hands busy
while you trade ideas and experience. The Fibre Café aims to foster:​

• community connections

• mentoring in the textile arts

• creative solutions to textile waste through collaboration and experimentation

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Equipment Rental: three options available!

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Memberships are available for $25 per month
Free access to GIRO Makerspace equipment and tools every Wednesday and Saturday afternoon from 1:00 pm-3:30 pm. Reserve equipment in advance to ensure availability. Members must be 13 yrs or older [or accompanied by an adult to assist them in safe use of equipment].  Click here to sign-up online and see a list of all our available membership options.

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Non-member casual station rentals (by reservation only):

• Frequent User: Buy a $50 punch card for 10 sessions, valid for 90 days from date issued. Reserve access to equipment and tools available on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons from 12:00 noon to 2:30 pm up to September 6th (summer hours), then 1:30 to 3:30 from September 7th (winter hours). You’re paying $5.00 per session

 

• Casual Station Rental: $15.00 for one-time use of a sewing, weaving or spinning equipment, including appropriate tools. Wed & Sat. afternoons, from 12:00 noon to 2:30 pm up to September 6th (summer hours), then 1:30 to 3:30 from September 7th (winter hours).

 

Contact: makerspace@girodepot.com to make a reservation.

 

EQUIPMENT & TOOLS:

 

• Sewing stations include access to a sewing machine, pertinent equipment and tools, along with the use of cutting/ pattern-drafting tables and a pressing station.  

 

• Weaving stations include access to a variety of looms, including floor, table and inkle looms with pertinent tools and equipment, including the Makerspace warping board and warping reel.

 

• Spinning wheel: GIRO MAKERSPACE currently has one Ashford Traditional wheel available plus a limited supply of drop spindles and pertinent spinning tools [eg: niddy-noddy, umbrella swifts, hand cards, ball winder]. Reserve in advance to ensure access.

 

Note: ON-SITE assistance available to familiarize individuals with locating, setting up and using equipment.