Hampden Branch Library ideaLAB

Customers sewing, making robots, and working on computers at the Hampden Branch Library ideaLAB


Hours

The Hampden Branch Library ideaLAB is open year-round, and our open lab hours are all ages. Some tools require a reservation, see below for details. Our open lab hours are:

  • Tuesday - Thursday 1:00 PM -5:30 PM
  • Friday & Saturday 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Closed Sunday & Monday

We also run workshops and programs — be sure to check the events & classes calendar regularly! 

What's available in the Hampden ideaLAB?

The Hampden Branch ideaLAB

Laser Cutter and Engraver

Reservations Recommended, see equipment reservation details below

  • Dremel LC40 Laser Cutter
  • Please see the Laser Cutter FAQ for information about acceptable materials

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
  • Wacom Intuos digital drawing tablet
  • Electronic light boxes for tracing

Sewing Machines and Tools

  • Sewing Machines (Brother Strong & Tough ST150HDH)
  • Sewing Tools and Supplies (thread, needles, pins, seam rippers, fabric marking tools, rotary cutter, cutting mat, and more)
  • Assorted Fabric Scraps

General Textiles

  • Hand Embroidery Supplies
  • Yarn
  • Crochet Hooks
  • Knitting Needles
  • Pom Pom Makers

Cricut Vinyl Cutting and Papercraft

  • Cricut Maker 3 Cutting Machine
  • Heat Press and Iron
  • A limited supply of sticker vinyl, heat transfer vinyl, and cardstock for projects

Music

  • Computer station for music editing
  • AKAI Professional MPK Mini MIDI Keyboard
  • GarageBand and Logic Pro software
  • Headphones

Electronics and Microcontrollers

  • Basic Electronics Components (LEDs, coin cell batteries, resistors, etc.)
  • Soldering Iron
  • Hobbyist Computing Devices and Microcontrollers (Circuit Playground, micro:bits, Makey Makey)

Hand Tools

  • Power Drill
  • Dremel rotary tool
  • 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 Laser Cutter and Engraver and 3D Printer.
  • Reservations can be made by calling 720-865-0185 or by visiting the Hampden Library information desk. 
  • 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.
  • If you will be late, please call 720-865-0185 to let us know. After 10 minutes, reservations are automatically canceled.

Behavior Agreement and Advisement of Potential Risks Associated with Use of Tools at the Denver Public Library