Where is the ideaLAB?
We are in the northeast corner of Floor 1 of the Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales branch, immediately to your right as you walk in through the west doors.
Hours
The Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Branch Library ideaLAB is open year-round, and our open lab hours are all-ages. Our open lab hours are:
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday - 1:00 - 5:30 PM
- Friday, Saturday - 12:30 - 4:30 PM
- Closed Monday and Sunday
We also run workshops and programs — be sure to check the events & classes calendar regularly!
What’s Available at the Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales ideaLAB?
Please note: Our branch Recording Studio is not located within the ideaLAB. Please see our page on the Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Recording Studio for information about booking and usage.
3D Printer
Reservations Recommended, see equipment reservation details below
- AnkerMake M5 3D Printer
- 3D Modeling Software (Tinkercad, 3D Builder, Meshmixer, Blender)
- Please see the 3D Printing FAQ for more information on how 3D printing works at the library
Digital Art
- Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, and more)
- Inkscape
- Procreate
- iPads with Styluses
Sublimation
- Epson SureColor F170 Sublimation Dye Printer
- Heat Press
- Mug and Tumbler Press
- A limited supply of sublimation paper and sublimation vinyl
Sewing Machines and Tools
- Sewing Machines (Brother Strong & Tough ST150HDH)
- Industrial Sewing Machine (Kingmax)
- Quilting Machine (Brother PQ1500SL)
- Serger (Baby Lock Vibrant)
- Coverstitch Machine (Janome CoverPro 2000CPX)
- Sewing Tools and Supplies (thread, needles, pins, seam rippers, fabric marking tools, rotary cutter, cutting mat, and more)
Digital Embroidery Machine and Tools
Reservations Recommended, see equipment reservation details below
- Janome Memory Craft 550E Embroidery Machine
- Hatch Embroidery Digitizer Software
- Embroidery machine hoops, thread, and stabilizer
- Please see our page on Digital Embroidery Machines for more information
General Textiles
- Hand Embroidery Supplies
- Yarn
- Crochet Hooks
- Knitting Needles
- Pom Pom Makers
- Schacht Cricket Quartet loom set up with a community project
- Addi Express King Knitting Machine (46 needles)
- Round and long knitting looms
- Needle felting tools and supplies
Cricut Vinyl Cutting and Papercraft
- Cricut Maker and Cricut Maker 3 Cutting Machines
- Heat Press
- Mug and Tumbler Press
- A limited supply of sticker vinyl, heat transfer vinyl, and cardstock for projects
Electronics and Microcontrollers
- Basic Electronics Components (LEDs, coin cell batteries, resistors, etc.)
- Soldering Iron
- Hobbyist Computing Devices and Microcontrollers (Circuit Playground, Makey Makey, micro:bit)
Hand Tools
- Power drill
- Assorted hand tools - screwdrivers, pliers, specialized driver sets
Art and Craft
- 1-inch Button Maker
- Jewelry Making Supplies
- Various Craft and Art supplies
Equipment Reservations:
- Reservations are strongly recommended for our 3D Printer and Digital Embroidery Machine.
- Reservations can be made by calling 720-865-2367 or by visiting the Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch Library
- You must have a Denver Public Library card to make a reservation.
- Reservations can be made for up to 2 hours, one at a time, once per week. This ensures we can preserve access for everyone.