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Textiles

2025-06-22T22:43:06Z

Landis:

{{ShopInfoBox
|title = Textiles Shop
|image=TM-Textiles-Shop-2020-1.jpg
|location = Northwest corner of the main building
|colors =  
 
|captain = Landis Arnold
|email = textiles@tinkermill.org
|slackchannel = #textiles-shop and #sewing-embroidery
|fees = <div style='padding-left:10px'>
<ul><li> $3 per hour<li>$6 per day<li>$20 per week</ul></div>
}}
== General ==

The Textiles Shop at TinkerMill is one of the best sewing and fabric arts maker space shops in Colorado. We provide equipment, hand tools, and basic supplies to support home sewing, industrial sewing, machine embroidery, upholstery, clothing care, and general fabric and textiles crafts. We have a clean, comfortable, dedicated room specifically for textiles work. The centerpiece of our shop is a large, 8' x 5' cutting table with gridlines and a variety of measuring and cutting tools. We have a variety of home sewing machines, sergers, embroidery machines, and industrial sewing machines. The full list of shop equipment is listed in the [[#Equipment]] section below.

Our shop is open to TinkerMill members and non-members alike. Non-members are welcome to use the shop but must be accompanied by a member. To ensure safety and proper equipment usage, the computerized embroidery machines, industrial sewing machines, and the heat press require training before use. The home sewing machines, sergers, and all hand tools are available for anyone to use at any time. The shop is open to TinkerMill members 24x7 and to non-members whenever accompanied by a member.

=== Classes ===

A variety of classes are offered on a regular basis. Check the [https://www.tickettailor.com/events/tinkermillmakerspace TinkerMill Classes Calendar] to see what classes are coming up. If you need to take a certification class and don't see a scheduled date that works for you, you can contact a shop captain to discuss arranging a private class.

If you wish to teach classes in the Textiles Shop, please contact a shop captain to let them know of your interest. We are looking for instructors to teach basic sewing, pattern making, quilting, automotive upholstery, and leathercraft.

=== Shop Fees ===

All TinkerMill shops are self-funded and do not receive a portion of membership dues. Both members and non-members are required to pay for time spent in the shop and for materials that are used. The shop fees help pay for equipment maintenance and repair, shop supplies, and the purchase of new tools and equipment. The current rates are shown in the Info Box on this page (top-right corner) and are posted on a sign in the shop.

Payments by cash or check can be placed in the blue box in the shop. Please use one of the envelopes provided and write your name, the amount, and that it is for Textiles Shop before depositing in the box. Payments can also be made electronically via Venmo or at the kiosk at the front office.

=== Donations ===

Cash donations are appreciated and accepted at any time. Payments can be made as described above for shop fees.

Donations of equipment must be approved by a shop captain. Do not leave unapproved donations in the shop. Unwanted donations may be disposed of at the discretion of the shop captain and may be offered to the membership, donated to charity, or thrown away. '''Please do NOT leave home sewing machines in the shop''' We do not need them.

Below are some items that we could use in the shop. If you have any of these items to donate, please contact a shop captain:
* Technical fabrics and upholstery fabrics
* Leatherworking tools and supplies
* Sewing patterns
* Tool chest(s) for hand tools

== Equipment ==

Below is a list of some of the equipment, tools, and supplies in the Textiles Shop. The shop has many additional tools and supplies that are too numerous to list.
* seamless 8'x5' cutting table with measurement grid
* a variety of measuring tools, including tailor's tape measures, straight edges, rulers of various sizes, and templates
* a variety of cutting tools, including basic sewing scissors, dressmaker shears, pinking shears, and cutting wheels
* two straight stitch [[Industrial Sewing Machines]] with walking presser feet and attachments
* a variety of home sewing machines from Singer, Brother, and others plus a variety of specialty feet and accessories
* two [[Embroidery|Brother SE-400]] sewing machines configured for machine embroidery
* a [[Embroidery 6Needle|BabyLock EMP-6]] six-needle large hoop embroidery machine with accessories (on loan)
* two [[Serger|sergers]]
**[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTi6LF7qb9s/ Baby Lock Imagine]
**[Brother Lock 1034D/ Brother Lock 1034 D]
* a selection of needles, thread, scrap fabric, and notions
* a professional grommet and snap press, and hand-held rivet and snap presses
* leather-working tools, including scissors, skivers, bevelers, awls, thronging wheels, chisels, punches, and mallets
* a heat press (located in the new "Vinyl Frontier" area of Rapid Prototyping)
* a hot knife for cutting poly webbing
* electric carving knives and an insulation saw for carving foam
* hand tools for automotive and furniture upholstery
* a [[Surebonder 9600B]] pneumatic staple gun
* a clothes iron, ironing board, press cloth, and other supplies for clothing care
* a Windows PC loaded with various types of productivity software, graphic design software, and specialized embroidery software

We are always open to suggestions for other tools and supplies that would help to make the shop more useful. If you have something that you would like to donate, please contact a shop captain or the TinkerMill executive director first to discuss your donation. See the [[#Donations]] section above for more info.

== Activities ==

The Textiles Shop can be used for a variety of activities, including tracing and cutting patterns; hand and machine sewing; garment construction; hand and machine embroidery; knitting and crocheting; clothing care and mending; basic upholstery; and basic leather working. The shop is also a generally fun place to hang out, talk to other members, and get creative!

=== Basic Sewing ===

We have several home sewing machines and basic sewing tools and supplies available for anyone to use. Types of home sewing machines include the Brother SE-400 and the Brother XL-2600i. For more information, see the
[[Zig-Zag & Straight Stitch Machines|Basic Sewing Machine]] page.

In addition to regular sewing machines, we also have two sergers available for use. For more information, see the [[Serger|sergers]] page.

Look for classes, "Introduction to Sewing and Textiles" for an introduction to the Domestic Sewing Machines and the variety of stitches they will sew. We also do an introduction to the Sergers in this class.

=== Industrial Sewing ===

The Textiles Shop has two industrial sewing machines available for use: a Juki DNU-1541S and a Kingmax GC1541S. Both machines are straight stitch only with walking feet. They are capable of sewing leather and other materials that would not be suitable for a home sewing machine. Each can sew through 1/2" of fabric! We have accessory feet for zippers, rolled hems, and welting / piping. Both of the sewing machines have been fitted with variable speed motors which make it much easier for new users to learn.

Because these sewing machines can be dangerous if not used properly, users are required to take a training class before using the industrial sewing machines. Members with previous experience on these types of sewing machines can take a "fast pass" certification test to pass out of the training class, but must be able to demonstrate their skill and must still pay a certification fee.

For more information, see the [[Industrial Sewing Machines]] page.

=== Machine Embroidery ===

One of the most popular activities in the Textiles Shop is machine embroidery. We have three machines with embroidery capabilities: two Brother SE-400s and a BabyLock EMP-6. All of these machines require certification training before use. Certification can be obtained by taking a class or by arranging for "fast pass" certification with an instructor.

We have all of the supplies needed to use these machines, including hoops, a wide variety of stabilizers, and a huge selection of embroidery thread. Users are asked to make a small donation to cover the cost of any materials used. Of course, you are welcome to bring your own supplies!

We also have available several commercial and open source digitizing software applications so that you can create your own embroidery patterns or modify existing ones. Examples of software applications that we make available include Inscape with [https://inkstitch.org/ Ink/Stitch] plugin, [https://www.sandscomputing.com/products-shop/sewart-embroidery-digitizer/ SewArt], [https://embrilliance.com/ Embrilliance], and Brother PE-DESIGN NEXT. For more information, see the [[Embroidery Digitizing]] page.

Customized classes as well as design and project based classes can be offered per request and may be offered in the general schedule from time to time.

=== See Also ===
* [[Zig-Zag & Straight Stitch Machines|Home Sewing Machines]]
* [[Industrial Sewing Machines]]
* [[Serger|Sergers]]
**[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTi6LF7qb9s/ Baby Lock Imagine]
**[Brother Lock 1034D/ Brother Lock 1034 D]

* [[Embroidery]]
* [[Embroidery 6Needle]]
* [[Embroidery Digitizing]]

[[Category:Textiles Shop]] [[Category:Shops]] [[Category:Sewing]] [[Category:Embroidery]]

Textiles

2024-11-19T21:04:49Z

Landis:

{{ShopInfoBox
|title = Textiles Shop
|image=TM-Textiles-Shop-2020-1.jpg
|location = Northwest corner of the main building
|colors =  
 
|captain = Chad Marks
|email = textiles@tinkermill.org
|slackchannel = #textiles-shop and #sewing-embroidery
|fees = <div style='padding-left:10px'>
<ul><li> $3 per hour<li>$6 per day<li>$20 per week</ul></div>
}}
== General ==

The Textiles Shop at TinkerMill is one of the best sewing and fabric arts maker space shops in Colorado. We provide equipment, hand tools, and basic supplies to support home sewing, industrial sewing, machine embroidery, upholstery, clothing care, and general fabric and textiles crafts. We have a clean, comfortable, dedicated room specifically for textiles work. The centerpiece of our shop is a large, 8' x 5' cutting table with gridlines and a variety of measuring and cutting tools. We have a variety of home sewing machines, sergers, embroidery machines, and industrial sewing machines. The full list of shop equipment is listed in the [[#Equipment]] section below.

Our shop is open to TinkerMill members and non-members alike. Non-members are welcome to use the shop but must be accompanied by a member. To ensure safety and proper equipment usage, the computerized embroidery machines, industrial sewing machines, and the heat press require training before use. The home sewing machines, sergers, and all hand tools are available for anyone to use at any time. The shop is open to TinkerMill members 24x7 and to non-members whenever accompanied by a member.

=== Classes ===

A variety of classes are offered on a regular basis. Check the [https://tinkermill.link/calendar TinkerMill Calendar] to see what classes are coming up. If you need to take a certification class and don't see a scheduled date that works for you, you can contact a shop captain to discuss arranging a private class.

If you wish to teach classes in the Textiles Shop, please contact a shop captain to let them know of your interest. We are looking for instructors to teach basic sewing, pattern making, quilting, automotive upholstery, and leathercraft.

=== Shop Fees ===

All TinkerMill shops are self-funded and do not receive a portion of membership dues. Both members and non-members are required to pay for time spent in the shop and for materials that are used. The shop fees help pay for equipment maintenance and repair, shop supplies, and the purchase of new tools and equipment. The current rates are shown in the Info Box on this page (top-right corner) and are posted on a sign in the shop.

Payments by cash or check can be placed in the blue box in the shop. Please use one of the envelopes provided and write your name, the amount, and that it is for Textiles Shop before depositing in the box. Payments can also be made electronically via Venmo or at the kiosk at the front office.

=== Donations ===

Cash donations are appreciated and accepted at any time. Payments can be made as described above for shop fees.

Donations of equipment must be approved by a shop captain. Do not leave unapproved donations in the shop. Unwanted donations may be disposed of at the discretion of the shop captain and may be offered to the membership, donated to charity, or thrown away. '''Please do NOT leave home sewing machines in the shop''' We do not need them.

Below are some items that we could use in the shop. If you have any of these items to donate, please contact a shop captain:
* Technical fabrics and upholstery fabrics
* Leatherworking tools and supplies
* Sewing patterns
* Tool chest(s) for hand tools

== Equipment ==

Below is a list of some of the equipment, tools, and supplies in the Textiles Shop. The shop has many additional tools and supplies that are too numerous to list.
* seamless 8'x5' cutting table with measurement grid
* a variety of measuring tools, including tailor's tape measures, straight edges, rulers of various sizes, and templates
* a variety of cutting tools, including basic sewing scissors, dressmaker shears, pinking shears, and cutting wheels
* two straight stitch [[Industrial Sewing Machines]] with walking presser feet and attachments
* a variety of home sewing machines from Singer, Brother, and others plus a variety of specialty feet and accessories
* two [[Embroidery|Brother SE-400]] sewing machines configured for machine embroidery
* a [[Embroidery 6Needle|BabyLock EMP-6]] six-needle large hoop embroidery machine with accessories (on loan)
* two [[Serger|sergers]]
**[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTi6LF7qb9s/ Baby Lock Imagine]
**[Brother Lock 1034D/ Brother Lock 1034 D]
* a selection of needles, thread, scrap fabric, and notions
* a professional grommet and snap press, and hand-held rivet and snap presses
* leather-working tools, including scissors, skivers, bevelers, awls, thronging wheels, chisels, punches, and mallets
* a heat press (located in the new "Vinyl Frontier" area of Rapid Prototyping)
* a hot knife for cutting poly webbing
* electric carving knives and an insulation saw for carving foam
* hand tools for automotive and furniture upholstery
* a [[Surebonder 9600B]] pneumatic staple gun
* a clothes iron, ironing board, press cloth, and other supplies for clothing care
* a Windows PC loaded with various types of productivity software, graphic design software, and specialized embroidery software

We are always open to suggestions for other tools and supplies that would help to make the shop more useful. If you have something that you would like to donate, please contact a shop captain or the TinkerMill executive director first to discuss your donation. See the [[#Donations]] section above for more info.

== Activities ==

The Textiles Shop can be used for a variety of activities, including tracing and cutting patterns; hand and machine sewing; garment construction; hand and machine embroidery; knitting and crocheting; clothing care and mending; basic upholstery; and basic leather working. The shop is also a generally fun place to hang out, talk to other members, and get creative!

=== Basic Sewing ===

We have several home sewing machines and basic sewing tools and supplies available for anyone to use. Types of home sewing machines include the Brother SE-400 and the Brother XL-2600i. For more information, see the
[[Zig-Zag & Straight Stitch Machines|Basic Sewing Machine]] page.

In addition to regular sewing machines, we also have two sergers available for use. For more information, see the [[Serger|sergers]] page.

=== Industrial Sewing ===

The Textiles Shop has two industrial sewing machines available for use: a Juki DNU-1541S and a Kingmax GC1541S. Both machines are straight stitch only with walking feet. They are capable of sewing leather and other materials that would not be suitable for a home sewing machine. Each can sew through 1/2" of fabric! We have accessory feet for zippers, rolled hems, and welting / piping. Both of the sewing machines have been fitted with variable speed motors which make it much easier for new users to learn.

Because these sewing machines can be dangerous if not used properly, users are required to take a training class before using the industrial sewing machines. Members with previous experience on these types of sewing machines can take a "fast pass" certification test to pass out of the training class, but must be able to demonstrate their skill and must still pay a certification fee.

For more information, see the [[Industrial Sewing Machines]] page.

=== Machine Embroidery ===

One of the most popular activities in the Textiles Shop is machine embroidery. We have three machines with embroidery capabilities: two Brother SE-400s and a BabyLock EMP-6. All of these machines require certification training before use. Certification can be obtained by taking a class or by arranging for "fast pass" certification with an instructor.

We have all of the supplies needed to use these machines, including hoops, a wide variety of stabilizers, and a huge selection of embroidery thread. Users are asked to make a small donation to cover the cost of any materials used. Of course, you are welcome to bring your own supplies!

We also have available several commercial and open source digitizing software applications so that you can create your own embroidery patterns or modify existing ones. Examples of software applications that we make available include Inscape with [https://inkstitch.org/ Ink/Stitch] plugin, [https://www.sandscomputing.com/products-shop/sewart-embroidery-digitizer/ SewArt], [https://embrilliance.com/ Embrilliance], and Brother PE-DESIGN NEXT. For more information, see the [[Embroidery Digitizing]] page.

=== See Also ===
* [[Zig-Zag & Straight Stitch Machines|Home Sewing Machines]]
* [[Industrial Sewing Machines]]
* [[Serger|Sergers]]
**[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTi6LF7qb9s/ Baby Lock Imagine]
**[Brother Lock 1034D/ Brother Lock 1034 D]

* [[Embroidery]]
* [[Embroidery 6Needle]]
* [[Embroidery Digitizing]]

[[Category:Textiles Shop]] [[Category:Shops]] [[Category:Sewing]] [[Category:Embroidery]]

3D Printer

2022-01-07T18:55:03Z

Landis: Strong Callout to Using the Taz Printer sub pabe

TinkerMill has a variety of 3D printers available for your use. Some require additional training for use (SLA printers), but general-purpose plastic printers can be used by anyone.

== FDM Printing ==

=== Quick Start Guide ===

If you want to get printing right away, you can use one of the Dell laptops in the printing area. The software that's preferred for slicing and printer control is Simplify3D.

Simply import your desired STL(s), select a profile for printing (the default is JV_FFCP2). After the part is sliced, you can either print directly to either of the CreaterPro printers, or export the gcode to an SD card. There are several on the bench for your use, please do not take the SD cards home.

It is ideal if you can stay around to watch a print, however, unlike most machines in TinkerMill, the 3D printers may be ran unsupervised as prints can take many hours to complete. In these circumstances, please leave a note on the machine with your name and telephone number and make every effort to retrieve the parts when the print is complete. Unattended parts will be discarded.

=== Costs ===

Plastics cost about $0.10 per gram. There are two small AWS scales for weighing completed prints and print attempts. There is a jar where users are expected to donate money for all attempted prints.

=== Safety ===

Please allow parts to cool for about 15 minutes once a print is complete. It will be easier to remove once cooled.

=== FlashForge Creator Pro (FFCP) ===

There are two of these printers available for use. These are dual-extruder machines and there are laptops available for slicing/printing.

The manual for this printer can be found at the following link: [http://www.flashforge-usa.com/assets/manual/flashforge_creator_pro_user_guide_v01.20.2015.3.0.pdf?cd6e8a www.flashforge-usa.com]

Additional guidance on using the [[FFCP]].

=== Flashforge (Wooden Case) ===

=== Lulzbot Taz ===

The Lulzbot Taz printer is favored for larger prints and higher production. This machine is a modified Lulzbot Taz5 which has been refitted with a [https://www.diabasemachines.com/flexion Flexion extruder] and Duet3d control board running [https://www.reprapfirmware.org/ RepRapFirmware]. This printer is primarily set up to use PETG filament. Other filament types in the Tinkermill inventory may be used but are only partially or completely untested.

The Duet3d/RepRapFirmware controlled printers work quite differently than our other filament printers. The basic process for the Taz is covered in [[Using the Taz Printer]]. These machines have both a graphical touch screen and use [https://duet3d.dozuki.com/c/DuetWebControl Duet Web Control]. The Duet Web control presents the user with many more options but users will only need to learn a few simple operations run a job.
Linked here again -> [https://wiki.tinkermill.org/index.php/Using_the_Taz_Printer Using the Taz Printer]

=== RostockMax Delta ===

=== Colido X3045 ===

== SLA Printing==

TinkerMill recently acquired 2 new Elegoo Mars 3 printers. We do not require that you buy any special equipment to use these printers but you do need to take a certification class. These printers use Elegoo Standard Translucent resin--if you want to use a different resin you can but you would need to bring your own resin tank. These are currently available to buy for Mars 2 and Mars 3 printers.

=== Available SLA Printers ===

==== B9 Creater? ====

==== formlabs2 ====

==== Elegoo Mars 2 (SLA printer) ====

==== Elegoo Mars 3 (SLA printer) ====

=== Resin settings ===

[https://www.elegoo.com/blogs/3d-printer-user-guide/elegoo-printers-resin-setting-sheet Elegoo Brand Resin Settings]

[https://siraya.tech/pages/support Siraya Tech Resin Settings]

ShopBot

2021-12-06T16:38:45Z

Landis: Add to "useful information at the bottom of the page" http://microfluidics.cnsi.ucsb.edu/wiki/doku.php?id=shopbotdesktoptrainingsop

TinkerMill has a [http://www.shopbottools.com/ ShopBot PRS Alpha], a CNC router that can be used for cutting wood or plastic according to CAD designs. The usual workflow is to create a design in CAD or drawing software (such as Inkscape, CorelDraw, or Adobe Illustrator), load it into VCarve, which plans the cuts and outputs parts files, which are then loaded into the ShopBot software to execute on the machine.

[[File:shopbot.jpg|300px|The ShopBot at TinkerMill]]

== Basics ==
The essentials of operating the ShopBot are below. They are here as a reference, and not a substitute for taking the ShopBot class.

=== Approved Materials ===
While the ShopBot is capable of cutting many different types of material, there are some limitations. Below is a list of the approved materials on the TinkerMill ShopBot

* Soft Wood
* Hard Wood
* MDF
* Chipboard
* Plywood
* Plastics (Use caution not to melt!)1
* Garolite (G10)/FR41
* Foam1
* Aluminum (drilling operations and thin sheet metal only)2

1: These materials may have health hazards associated with them. Please use proper techniques to prevent dust being spread in the woodshop. Talk with your instructor for suggestions. 
2: Only with prior approval from the Executive Director (Jeff Moore) or the ShopBot Shop Captain (Ben Bohren, who has limited experience with material other than wood and will likely consult the masses and want agreement from director). Contact them via Slack or email in advance for approval. 

[[Items discussed on Slack and '''NOT''' allowed]]: 
* Fiberglass (Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass composites, basically anything with fiberglass). Reason: Dust is a health risk. 

=== Safety ===
The typical and obvious woodshop safety precautions should also be used with the ShopBot: always wear safety glasses; keep your hands away; do not wear baggy sleeves, jewelry, etc. that might get caught. More specific to the ShopBot:
[[File:ShopBot_crush_danger.jpg|150px|right|thumb|Crush danger: keep fingers clear]]

* Do not leave the ShopBot running unattended. Hitting the space bar will pause a cut and allow it to be resumed.
* Beware of the tracks that the x-axis carriage travels on. Do not rest your hands on them. The carriage can move quickly and crush fingers.
* Be sure your work is securely mounted on the table in all three dimensions (see [[#Securing your work|Securing your work]]).
* Use adequate tabs for any profile cuts. Although there's no one tab size that works for any project, bigger tabs are always safer.

=== Starting the ShopBot ===
Scan your badge on the TinkerAccess terminal to log in. Turn the big red switch on the ShopBot to turn it on.

If the computer is not logged in, the password is "password". On the computer, start the ShopBot 3 program. Make sure all the emergency stops are not pushed. When the software starts up, you will need to push the blue reset button.

Datum the X and Y axes by pressing the 'Home X,Y Axes' button on the control window. This will zero the X and Y axes to the bed.

=== Warming up the ShopBot ===
[[File:ShopBot_temp_check.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Testing the bearing temperature]]
It is important to warm up the ShopBot before use, to protect an important (and expensive) bearing. To warm it up, start the spindle and leave it spinning for at least 20-30 minutes. A reasonable workflow is to start the spindle when you first start up the machine, and then let it go while you secure your work.

Set the RPM to 8,000 to start.
Then increase to 12,000 after about 10 minutes. 'Spindle RPM Control' is under 'Tools' on the command console.

To start the spindle, open the keypad control (hit K), and then toggle '''Output 1''' on the Position (red) pane. Then, press the green '''Start''' button on the remote.

There is a temperature sensor attached to the ShopBot. Press the button and it will display current spindle temperature in degrees Celcius. Ideally the temperature should reach 33c. This temperature was agreed to for warm part of the year. As we get into winter the group should determine what a good Winter temperature should be.

=== Securing your work ===
[[File:ShopBot_securing_work.jpg|300px|thumb|left|Securing work. The wedges shown have a slightly wrong angle; this image only for illustration.]]
It is important to secure your work to the ShopBot table in all three dimensions, so that it cannot slide, lift, or spin. There are several ways to do this:
* Secure it to the spoilboard with screws. Be sure you use enough and that they sufficiently extend into the ShopBot table (about 1/4").
* If you cannot screw into your work, you can wedge it in place horizontally and clamp it down vertically, as show in the image to the left. (TODO: fix the wedges and take a new photo.)
It is also important that any pieces that may be cut free remain secure.

=== Changing bits ===
[[File:ShopBot_bit_installation.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Installing a bit. The wrench arrangement shown will tighten when squeezed.]]
'''Safety note:''' be sure to close the keypad control before changing the bit. This ensures that it takes more than a single button press to start the tool.

Snap the appropriately-sized collet into the collet nut. Before inserting the bit, align it with the ShopBot spindle and screw it in a few turns. Then, insert the bit and hold it while you hand-tighten the nut. Be sure the flutes are entirely exposed, so the collet has full contact with the bit (and no empty space). Carefully tighten the nut with the two wrenches. It's easiest to align the wrenches so they can just be squeezed together, although it takes some mental acrobatics to apply the right-hand rule upside-down and with a pair of wrenches.

=== Zeroing ===

Manually zero the X and Y axis to the origin of you material using the keypad and the Zero Axis button.

'''NOTE: '''If using the X&Y zero of the machine, make sure that your tool path does not cut into the wooden blocks on the board (ie the cutter goes slightly into the negative in the X or Y direction). These are zeroed and squared to the bed. If you damage these, you will be responsible for replacement and re-planing of the damaged blocks. Report this to the shop captain if this occurs.

Connect the Z zeroing plate to the connector on the Z axis. Test the Z zeroing plate's continuity by tapping the bottom of the bit to the plate. Input 1 should light up indicating proper continuity. Make sure that the plate is clean and will not shift position during the routine.

'''IMPORTANT!''' You should always zero to the bed when cutting through material. Make sure that your V carve file is set up with the Z zero at the bottom of your material. If you fail to zero this properly and end up cutting into the spoil board, you will be responsible for re-planing or replacement of the spoil board. Report this to the shop captain if this occurs.

Proceed to zero the Z axis using the 'Z zero' button on the control window.

=== Loading and running cuts ===

Once ready to run your tool path, click on 'File>PART FILE LOAD' and select the tool path you wish to run.

Ensure that you have the right file loaded, and press the green "Start" button on the control window. This will prompt you to start the spindle by manually pressing the green start button on the control pendant. Make sure that you press the start button on the control pendant before clicking 'OK' on the spindle start prompt. If 'OK' is pressed before the spindle is running, the gantry will begin moving and can break your bit and damage the machine.

Stay with the machine as it is running and keep an eye out for anything that does not seem right. Stop the machine if something does not seem right and investigate the cause.

== VCarve and planning ShopBot cuts ==
So you have a beautiful drawing of your part, and you have a ShopBot, which can move a tool around in 3-dimensional space. How can you put the two together to cut your part out? The task of planning toolpaths--where the bit is going to move, and at what speed--is usually accomplished using [http://www.vectric.com/products/vcarve.htm VCarve]. A trial edition is sufficient for planning cuts, and then you can save your work and load it on the full version at TinkerMill to calculate and export toolpaths, which are then loaded into the ShopBot software to be executed. TinkerMill has a MakerSpace license for VCarve Pro, which allows members to activate a home installation of VCarve as clients. The activation key is provided to those taking the ShopBot class.

=== Loading a drawing ===

VCarve can read several drawing formats, including <code>.ai</code> and <code>.dxf</code> files. Choose "File > Open" and select the file. This example is done with <code>Made at TinkerMill v1.ai</code>. The Job Setup interface will appear. This is where you can adjust the size of the work, and define where the axes zeros will be. ''Tip: By default, the default work dimensions are a bounding box on the design. If you want the drawing centered on a slightly larger workpiece, input the new dimensions in the Job Size field, and then check and uncheck the "Scale design with job size" box.''

[[File:ShopBot_VCarve_job_setup.jpg|300px|thumb|left|The Job Setup interface. Set the size and zero positions of your work.]]

Setting zeros is an important step, and you must be careful that the zero position you choose on the design matches the zeros you set on the machine when you go to cut. Zeroing to the bottom of the workpiece is a safe choice, because you can then zero the machine to the bed, and know that you won't cut through it. Note, however, that your choices here are not final--you can change the zero settings later.

=== Planning cuts ===

==== Profile ====

==== Pocket ====

=== Speeds and Feeds Table ===

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="8"|Wood
|-
|Material
|colspan="2"|Bit Size and number of Flutes
|Cutter Style
|Speed (RPM)
|Feed Rate (IPS)
|Pass Depth
|Notes
|-
|rowspan="2"| MDF
|1/4"
|2 Flute
|Upcut Straight
|18,000
|4-5
|0.125"
|Pretty clean finish (Matt S)
|-
|1/2"
|2 Flute
|V Carve
|18,000
|3-4
|0.125"
|Need to test this more (Matt S)
|-
|rowspan="1"| Birch Plywood
|1/4"
|2 Flute
|Upcut Straight
|18,000
|2-3
|0.125"
|Not sure if the best feed and speed, some tearout (Matt S)
|-
|rowspan="1"| Birch Plywood
|1/4"
|2 Flute
|Upcut Straight
|18,000
|2.5
|0.75"
|Acceptable cut, could use some tuning. (Gordon R)
|}

{| class="wikitable"
!colspan="8"|Plastics
|-
|Material
|colspan="2"|Bit Size and number of Flutes
|Cutter Style
|Speed (RPM)
|Feed Rate (IPS)
|Pass Depth
|Notes
|-
|Phenolic Resin Paper (1/8" thick)
|1/8"
|3 Flute
| Upcut Straight
|12,000
|0.83 in/sec
|0.125"
|
|-
|}

== ShopBot Files in Tinkermill google drive ==
Tinkermill has folders in Google Drive for each shop.
Everyone with the link should be able to access the files.

Here is the link to the folder:
[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1eEkpM6vu8GGScJ5_6hHo7b6IIg_az1Cx ShopBot Folder]

101 Class Notes:
[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1ruCP6uaOgysmn0bOGWKH2HzCQRskLa3S-9r-vFDovcI 101 class notes]

Refresher Notes:
[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1h39ZiICAFU4ofFr9W2znIevBsbuEQEshMzHVzj1fjRw Refresher notes]

Resurfacing Notes (includes history):
[https://drive.google.com/open?id=157ApLaSbHH0YLKyYuHJR7JMXrIR5nwkzQ1YN3nIRqOg Resurfacing Notes]

== References ==
Some useful information:

* http://microfluidics.cnsi.ucsb.edu/wiki/doku.php?id=shopbotdesktoptrainingsop
* http://www.shopbotblog.com/2008/03/a-ramping-the-vr-command-and-how-to-tune-your-tool-for-maximum-performance/amp/
* https://www.shopbottools.com/ShopBotDocs/files/ComRef.pdf#page22

3D Printer

2021-12-02T03:02:59Z

Landis:

TinkerMill has a variety of 3D printers available for your use. Some require additional training for use (SLA printers), but general-purpose plastic printers can be used by anyone.

== FDM Printing ==

=== Quick Start Guide ===

If you want to get printing right away, you can use one of the Dell laptops in the printing area. The software that's preferred for slicing and printer control is Simplify3D.

Simply import your desired STL(s), select a profile for printing (the default is JV_FFCP2). After the part is sliced, you can either print directly to either of the CreaterPro printers, or export the gcode to an SD card. There are several on the bench for your use, please do not take the SD cards home.

It is ideal if you can stay around to watch a print, however, unlike most machines in TinkerMill, the 3D printers may be ran unsupervised as prints can take many hours to complete. In these circumstances, please leave a note on the machine with your name and telephone number and make every effort to retrieve the parts when the print is complete. Unattended parts will be discarded.

=== Costs ===

Plastics cost about $0.10 per gram. There are two small AWS scales for weighing completed prints and print attempts. There is a jar where users are expected to donate money for all attempted prints.

=== Safety ===

Please allow parts to cool for about 15 minutes once a print is complete. It will be easier to remove once cooled.

=== FlashForge Creator Pro (FFCP) ===

There are two of these printers available for use. These are dual-extruder machines and there are laptops available for slicing/printing.

The manual for this printer can be found at the following link: [http://www.flashforge-usa.com/assets/manual/flashforge_creator_pro_user_guide_v01.20.2015.3.0.pdf?cd6e8a www.flashforge-usa.com]

Additional guidance on using the [[FFCP]].

=== Flashforge (Wooden Case) ===

=== Lulzbot Taz ===

The Lulzbot Taz printer is favored for larger prints and higher production. This machine is a modified Lulzbot Taz5 which has been refitted with a [https://www.diabasemachines.com/flexion Flexion extruder] and Duet3d control board running [https://www.reprapfirmware.org/ RepRapFirmware]. This printer is primarily set up to use PETG filament. Other filament types in the Tinkermill inventory may be used but are only partially or completely untested.

The Duet3d/RepRapFirmware controlled printers work quite differently than our other filament printers. The basic process for the Taz is covered in [[Using the Taz Printer]]. These machines have both a graphical touch screen and use [https://duet3d.dozuki.com/c/DuetWebControl Duet Web Control]. The Duet Web control presents the user with many more options but users will only need to learn a few simple operations run a job.

=== RostockMax Delta ===

=== Colido X3045 ===

== SLA Printing==

TinkerMill recently acquired 2 new Elegoo Mars 3 printers. We do not require that you buy any special equipment to use these printers but you do need to take a certification class. These printers use Elegoo Standard Translucent resin--if you want to use a different resin you can but you would need to bring your own resin tank. These are currently available to buy for Mars 2 printers (Mars 3 not advertised as available).

=== Available SLA Printers ===

==== B9 Creater? ====

==== formlabs2 ====

==== Elegoo Mars 2 (SLA printer) ====

==== Elegoo Mars 3 (SLA printer) ====

=== Resin settings ===

[https://www.elegoo.com/blogs/3d-printer-user-guide/elegoo-printers-resin-setting-sheet Elegoo Brand Resin Settings]

[https://siraya.tech/pages/support Siraya Tech Resin Settings]

CAD and CAM

2021-12-01T18:09:35Z

Landis: /* = Other Cad Systems */

A variety of CAD systems are used by Tinkermill users.

We have been encouraged and supported in our develeopment by Dessault Systems and Go Engineer which we are grateful for.

=== Solidworks by Dessault Systems ===

=== Solidworks for Makers ===
Tinkermill has been extended a discount that is available to our members of their new 3DExperience/Solidworks for Makers software tool set. This is a very advanced set of tools including both Solidworks Professional (for Makers) as well as their 3DExpereince integrated online design tools as well as their Community space which is a tremendous way to engage with the wider designer/maker community and experts on many fronts. Solidworks skills are an excellent tool set to take to many undertakings, both personal and professions.
Info about Solidworks for Makers can be found here: https://discover.solidworks.com/makers

Please send a DM via the Tinkermill Slack channel to === Landis Arnold === to get the discount signup Link, which will take you on your way.

=== Solidworks Premier at Tinkermill ===

At Tinkermill there are a number of work stations which have Solidworks Premier versions (2017-2021) installed and available for use. This is the full commercial version of Solidworks and its related programs.

We are developing now a dedicated shop where shop members will be able to share their knowledge and further the capability of integrating skill sets, tool sets and methodologies.

For Commercial projects, Solidworks Premier can be installed on members personal laptops. Again, contact === Landis Arnold === for installation details and help. (one on one classes may be involved for this as it is quite time consuming). These installations can be used at Tinkermill the way that TM Workstations are also used.

Solidworks Standard through Premier) is available directly and used by a very wide number of organizations around the globe. We have been very happy with GoEngineer as a resource.

=== Fusion 360 ===
Fusion 360 is a widely used package developed by AutoDesk, the developers of AutoCad and many other computer aided design packages. It is available both in the full package as a yearly subscription. There is also a Personal use version which many at Tinkermill have used succesfully. Its info is here: https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal

=== Other Cad Systems ===
There are many and we will detail more as time allows. Many are available as "web extensions" and others as "desktop installs". Our Slack Channels can be helpful for sharing experience and knowledge about them. We will explore and link details here as well.

=== Cross Shop integration ===
Inherently this is "cross shop" in its application as CAD and CAM can be used in nearly every aspect of Tinkermill's focus areas and endeavors.

Tools are available from CAD systems to output towards 3D printing, Laser Cutting, Shopbot and Mitek Milling paths. More importantly, developers can learn to sketch, detail, and evaluate their designs before taking them into physical form and can do so in a relatively intuitive and very detailed manners.

CAD and CAM

2021-12-01T18:09:04Z

Landis:

A variety of CAD systems are used by Tinkermill users.

We have been encouraged and supported in our develeopment by Dessault Systems and Go Engineer which we are grateful for.

=== Solidworks by Dessault Systems ===

=== Solidworks for Makers ===
Tinkermill has been extended a discount that is available to our members of their new 3DExperience/Solidworks for Makers software tool set. This is a very advanced set of tools including both Solidworks Professional (for Makers) as well as their 3DExpereince integrated online design tools as well as their Community space which is a tremendous way to engage with the wider designer/maker community and experts on many fronts. Solidworks skills are an excellent tool set to take to many undertakings, both personal and professions.
Info about Solidworks for Makers can be found here: https://discover.solidworks.com/makers

Please send a DM via the Tinkermill Slack channel to === Landis Arnold === to get the discount signup Link, which will take you on your way.

=== Solidworks Premier at Tinkermill ===

At Tinkermill there are a number of work stations which have Solidworks Premier versions (2017-2021) installed and available for use. This is the full commercial version of Solidworks and its related programs.

We are developing now a dedicated shop where shop members will be able to share their knowledge and further the capability of integrating skill sets, tool sets and methodologies.

For Commercial projects, Solidworks Premier can be installed on members personal laptops. Again, contact === Landis Arnold === for installation details and help. (one on one classes may be involved for this as it is quite time consuming). These installations can be used at Tinkermill the way that TM Workstations are also used.

Solidworks Standard through Premier) is available directly and used by a very wide number of organizations around the globe. We have been very happy with GoEngineer as a resource.

=== Fusion 360 ===
Fusion 360 is a widely used package developed by AutoDesk, the developers of AutoCad and many other computer aided design packages. It is available both in the full package as a yearly subscription. There is also a Personal use version which many at Tinkermill have used succesfully. Its info is here: https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal

=== Other Cad Systems ==
There are many and we will detail more as time allows. Many are available as "web extensions" and others as "desktop installs". Our Slack Channels can be helpful for sharing experience and knowledge about them. We will explore and link details here as well.

=== Cross Shop integration ===
Inherently this is "cross shop" in its application as CAD and CAM can be used in nearly every aspect of Tinkermill's focus areas and endeavors.

Tools are available from CAD systems to output towards 3D printing, Laser Cutting, Shopbot and Mitek Milling paths. More importantly, developers can learn to sketch, detail, and evaluate their designs before taking them into physical form and can do so in a relatively intuitive and very detailed manners.

CAD and CAM

2021-12-01T18:07:09Z

Landis:

A variety of CAD systems are used by Tinkermill users.

We have been encouraged and supported in our develeopment by Dessault Systems and Go Engineer which we are grateful for.

=== Solidworks by Dessault Systems ===

=== Solidworks for Makers ===
Tinkermill has been extended a discount that is available to our members of their new 3DExperience/Solidworks for Makers software tool set. This is a very advanced set of tools including both Solidworks Professional (for Makers) as well as their 3DExpereince integrated online design tools as well as their Community space which is a tremendous way to engage with the wider designer/maker community and experts on many fronts. Solidworks skills are an excellent tool set to take to many undertakings, both personal and professions.
Info about Solidworks for Makers can be found here: https://discover.solidworks.com/makers

Please send a DM via the Tinkermill Slack channel to === Landis Arnold === to get the discount signup Link, which will take you on your way.

=== Solidworks Premier at Tinkermill ===

At Tinkermill there are a number of work stations which have Solidworks Premier versions (2017-2021) installed and available for use. This is the full commercial version of Solidworks and its related programs.

We are developing now a dedicated shop where shop members will be able to share their knowledge and further the capability of integrating skill sets, tool sets and methodologies.

For Commercial projects, Solidworks Premier can be installed on members personal laptops. Again, contact Landis Arnold for installation help. (one on one classes may be involved for this as it is quite time consuming). These installations can be used at Tinkermill the way that TM Workstations are also used.

Solidworks Standard through Premier) is available directly and used by a very wide number of organizations around the globe. We have been very happy with GoEngineer as a resource.

=== Fusion 360 ===
Fusion 360 is a widely used package developed by AutoDesk, the developers of AutoCad and many other computer aided design packages. It is available both in the full package as a yearly subscription. There is also a Personal use version which many at Tinkermill have used succesfully. Its info is here: https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal

=== Other Cad Systems ==
There are many and we will detail more as time allows. Many are available as "web extensions" and others as "desktop installs". Our Slack Channels can be helpful for sharing experience and knowledge about them. We will explore and link details here as well.

=== Cross Shop integration ===
Inherently this is "cross shop" in its application as CAD and CAM can be used in nearly every aspect of Tinkermill's focus areas and endeavors.

Tools are available from CAD systems to output towards 3D printing, Laser Cutting, Shopbot and Mitek Milling paths. More importantly, developers can learn to sketch, detail, and evaluate their designs before taking them into physical form and can do so in a relatively intuitive and very detailed manners.

CAD and CAM

2021-12-01T17:49:41Z

Landis: First Text

A variety of CAD systems are used by Tinkermill users.

We have been encouraged and supported in our develeopment by Dessault Systems and Go Engineer which we are grateful for.

Solidworks for Makers
Tinkermill has been extended a discount that is available to our members of their new 3DExperience/Solidworks for Makers software tool set. This is a very advanced set of tools including both Solidworks Professional (for Makers) as well as their 3DExpereince integrated online design tools as well as their Community space which is a tremendous way to engage with the wider designer/maker community and experts on many fronts.

Please send a DM via the Tinkermill Slack channel to Landis Arnold to get the discount signup Link, which will take you on your way.

Solidworks Premier at Tinkermill

At Tinkermill there are a number of work stations which have Solidworks Premier versions (2017-2021) installed and available for use. This is the full commercial version of Solidworks and its related programs.

We are developing now a dedicated shop where shop members will be able to share their knowledge and further the capability of integrating skill sets, tool sets and methodologies.

Inherently this is "cross shop" in its application as CAD and CAM can be used in nearly every aspect of Tinkermills focus areas and endeavors.

New Shops

2021-12-01T17:37:44Z

Landis:

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;[[CAD and CAM]] - Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing (machining etc)
;[[Composites]]

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(Shop Description)

== Education ==
:'''A. Prerequisites'''
(List of classes required to begin, if applicable.)

:'''B. Course Listing'''
(List of all courses available in this shop (include classes not on current curriculum))

:'''C. Teaching'''
Teaching is sharing and inspiring others to learn and share. Here are a few ways this can be accomplished:
* Think, Pair, Share
* Mentorship
* Projects
* Techniques
* Open studio
* Certification instructor
Contact the shop captain to learn more, or visit [http://wiki.tinkermill.org/index.php/Teaching_Classes Teaching Classes]

:'''D. Open Studio'''
(List open studio times, if available.)

== Equipment & Tools ==
(List of all equipment, machinery, hand tools, available specific to this shop. A master list of items available for use.)

== Cleaning & Maintenance ==
* Please keep all work ares clean and free from debris.
* Return all tools to its designated place.
* Place trash in appropriate receptacles.
* Sweep and vacuum as necessary.

== Resources & References ==
(Any external information related to the shop, link to files, supplementary information that could be helpful that may not be directly related to the shop. This could include YouTube links, articles, Instructable links, etc.)

New Shops

2021-12-01T17:36:44Z

Landis:

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;[[CAD and CAM]]
;[[Composites]]

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(create the page and copy and paste the following:)

(Shop Description)

== Education ==
:'''A. Prerequisites'''
(List of classes required to begin, if applicable.)

:'''B. Course Listing'''
(List of all courses available in this shop (include classes not on current curriculum))

:'''C. Teaching'''
Teaching is sharing and inspiring others to learn and share. Here are a few ways this can be accomplished:
* Think, Pair, Share
* Mentorship
* Projects
* Techniques
* Open studio
* Certification instructor
Contact the shop captain to learn more, or visit [http://wiki.tinkermill.org/index.php/Teaching_Classes Teaching Classes]

:'''D. Open Studio'''
(List open studio times, if available.)

== Equipment & Tools ==
(List of all equipment, machinery, hand tools, available specific to this shop. A master list of items available for use.)

== Cleaning & Maintenance ==
* Please keep all work ares clean and free from debris.
* Return all tools to its designated place.
* Place trash in appropriate receptacles.
* Sweep and vacuum as necessary.

== Resources & References ==
(Any external information related to the shop, link to files, supplementary information that could be helpful that may not be directly related to the shop. This could include YouTube links, articles, Instructable links, etc.)

New Shops

2021-12-01T17:34:26Z

Landis: First Stab at new shops using the template

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Shops in Formation will be linked here

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(Shop Description)

== Education ==
:'''A. Prerequisites'''
(List of classes required to begin, if applicable.)

:'''B. Course Listing'''
(List of all courses available in this shop (include classes not on current curriculum))

:'''C. Teaching'''
Teaching is sharing and inspiring others to learn and share. Here are a few ways this can be accomplished:
* Think, Pair, Share
* Mentorship
* Projects
* Techniques
* Open studio
* Certification instructor
Contact the shop captain to learn more, or visit [http://wiki.tinkermill.org/index.php/Teaching_Classes Teaching Classes]

:'''D. Open Studio'''
(List open studio times, if available.)

== Equipment & Tools ==
(List of all equipment, machinery, hand tools, available specific to this shop. A master list of items available for use.)

== Cleaning & Maintenance ==
* Please keep all work ares clean and free from debris.
* Return all tools to its designated place.
* Place trash in appropriate receptacles.
* Sweep and vacuum as necessary.

== Resources & References ==
(Any external information related to the shop, link to files, supplementary information that could be helpful that may not be directly related to the shop. This could include YouTube links, articles, Instructable links, etc.)

New Shops

2021-12-01T17:31:20Z

Landis: First Stab at new shops using the template

(delete or edit the text inside the (). this is information regarding formatting.)
(create the page and copy and paste the following:)

(Shop Description)

== Education ==
:'''A. Prerequisites'''
(List of classes required to begin, if applicable.)

:'''B. Course Listing'''
(List of all courses available in this shop (include classes not on current curriculum))

:'''C. Teaching'''
Teaching is sharing and inspiring others to learn and share. Here are a few ways this can be accomplished:
* Think, Pair, Share
* Mentorship
* Projects
* Techniques
* Open studio
* Certification instructor
Contact the shop captain to learn more, or visit [http://wiki.tinkermill.org/index.php/Teaching_Classes Teaching Classes]

:'''D. Open Studio'''
(List open studio times, if available.)

== Equipment & Tools ==
(List of all equipment, machinery, hand tools, available specific to this shop. A master list of items available for use.)

== Cleaning & Maintenance ==
* Please keep all work ares clean and free from debris.
* Return all tools to its designated place.
* Place trash in appropriate receptacles.
* Sweep and vacuum as necessary.

== Resources & References ==
(Any external information related to the shop, link to files, supplementary information that could be helpful that may not be directly related to the shop. This could include YouTube links, articles, Instructable links, etc.)

Main Page

2021-12-01T17:30:30Z

Landis:

=== COVID-19 Restrictions ===
'''Update''' — On Sept. 3, 2021, the Boulder County Board of Health approved Public Health Order 2021-08 which requires facial coverings for anyone 2+ in public indoor spaces during periods of substantial or high-transmission of COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status. The order goes into effect September 3 at 5pm. The health order can be found [https://assets.bouldercounty.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/bcph_pho_2021-08.pdf here] to review.

At this time '''masks are required''' at TinkerMill with exceptions for those who cannot wear a mask for medical purposes, for those actively eating and drinking, and for those who are hearing impaired. Masks are not currently required outside, including in the back bays.

=== General Information ===
;[[Membership]]
;[[Policies|Policies]]
;[[Documents]]
;[[Teaching_Classes|Teaching Classes]]
;[[Color_Coding|Color Coding - Tools and Shops]]
;[[Online Resources]]
;[[Shop Captains]]
;[[Frequently Asked Questions]]
;[[New Member On-ramp]]
;[[Course Catalog]]
;[[Surplus_Equipment|Surplus Equipment]]

===Using the Equipment===
;[[TinkerAccess|TinkerAccess]]
;[[Resource_Scheduling|Resource Scheduling]]

=== Shops at TinkerMill ===
;[[Shop Description Format Blank]]
;[[Blacksmithing]]
;[[Classroom]]
;[[Electronics]]
;[[Foundry]]
;[[Glassworks]]
;[[Ham Radio]]
;[[IT Infrastructure]]
;[[Jewelry_and_Metalcraft|Jewelry and Metal Craft]]
;[[Lapidary]]
;[[Machine Shop]]
;[[Photography]]
;[[Pottery/Ceramics]]
;[[Rapid_Prototyping|Rapid Prototyping]]
;[[Robotics]]
;[[ShopBot]]
;[[Stained Glass]]
;[[Textiles]]
;[[Welding]]
;[[Woodworking]]
;[[New Shops]]

Textiles

2021-09-03T20:31:01Z

Landis: /* COVID Restrictions */

{{ShopInfoBox
|title = Textiles Shop
|image =
|location = Northwest corner of the main building
|colors =  
 
|captain = Chad Marks, and Lynne Newberry
|slackchannel = #textiles-admin and #sewing-embroidery
}}
== General ==

The Textiles Shop at TinkerMill is one of the best sewing and fabric arts maker space shops in Colorado. We provide equipment, hand tools, and basic supplies to support home sewing, industrial sewing, machine embroidery, upholstery, clothing care, and general fabric and textiles crafts. We have a clean, comfortable, dedicated room specifically for textiles work. The centerpiece of our shop is a large, 8' x 5' cutting table with gridlines and self-healing cutting surface. We have a variety of home sewing machines, sergers, embroidery machines, and industrial sewing machines. The full list of shop equipment is listed in the Equipment section below.

Our shop is open to TinkerMill members and non-members alike. Non-members are welcome to use the shop but must be accompanied by a member. To ensure safety and proper equipment usage, the computerized embroidery machines, industrial sewing machines, and the heat press require training before use. The home sewing machines, sergers, and all hand tools are available for anyone to use at any time. The shop is open to TinkerMill members 24x7 and to non-members whenever a member is present. To find certification classes, check the [https://meetup.com/LongmontHackerSpace TinkerMill Meetup calendar] or contact a shop captain if you need a class that is not currently scheduled.

=== COVID Restrictions ===
Visitors, Members and Staff to and of TinkerMill must where a face covering at all times. We ask that you maintain a 6 ft distance with other persons whie in the Sewing Shop.

=== Donations ===

Shops at TinkerMill are mostly self funded. We use donations from shop usage, materials fees, and class fees to keep the shop running. If you use the Textiles Shop please make a donation for time spent and materials used. Cash donations can be placed in the donation box on the window sill or can be made electronically via the payment kiosk at the front office.

== Equipment ==

Here is a list of some of the equipment, tools, and supplies in the Textiles Shop:
* seamless 8'x5' cutting table with measurement grid and self-healing mat
* a variety of measuring tools, including tailor's tape measures, straight edges, rulers of various sizes, and templates
* a variety of cutting tools, including basic sewing scissors, dressmaker shears, pinking shears, and cutting wheels
* two straight stitch [[industrial sewing machines]] with walking presser feet and attachments
* a variety of home sewing machines from Singer, Brother, and Husqvarna / Viking with attachments
* a [[Embroidery|Brother SE-400]] sewing machine configured for machine embroidery
* a [[Embroidery 6Needle|BabyLock EMP-6]] six-needle large hoop embroidery machine with accessories
* two [[Sergers|sergers]]
* a selection of needles, thread, scrap fabric, and notions
* a professional grommet and snap press, and hand-held rivet and snap presses
* a few leather-working tools, such as an awl, hand stitcher, chisels and mallet
* a heat press
* a hot knife for cutting poly webbing
* electric carving knives and an insulation saw for carving foam
* hand tools for automotive and furniture upholstery
* a clothes iron, ironing board, press cloth, and other supplies for clothing care
* a Windows 10 PC loaded with various types of productivity software, graphic design software, and specialized embroidery software

We are always open to suggestions for other tools and supplies that would help to make the shop more useful. If you have something that you would like to donate, please contact a shop captain or the TinkerMill executive director first to discuss your donation. Please do not leave anything in the shop as a donation without prior approval as it creates administrative overhead for our volunteer shop captains.

== Activities ==

The Textiles Shop can be used for a variety of activities, including tracing and cutting patterns; hand and machine sewing; garment construction; hand and machine embroidery; knitting and crocheting; clothing care and mending; basic upholstery; and basic leather working. The shop is also a generally fun place to hang out, talk to other members, and get creative!

=== Basic Sewing ===

We have several home sewing machines and basic sewing tools and supplies available for anyone to use. Types of home sewing machines include the Brother SE-400 and the Brother XL-2600i. For more information, see the
[[Zig-Zag & Straight Stitch Machines|Basic Sewing Machine]] page.

In addition to regular sewing machines, we also have two sergers available for use. For more information, see the [[Serger|sergers]] page.

=== Industrial Sewing ===

The Textiles Shop has two industrial sewing machines available for use: a Juki DNU-1541S and a Kingmax GC1541S. Both machines are straight stitch only with walking feet. They are capable of sewing leather and other materials that would not be suitable for a home sewing machine. Each can sew through 1/2" of fabric! We have accessory feet for zippers, rolled hems, and welting / piping. Both of the sewing machines have been fitted with variable speed motors which make it much easier for new users to learn.

Because these sewing machines can be dangerous if not used properly, users are required to take a training class before using the industrial sewing machines. Members with previous experience on these types of sewing machines can take a "fast pass" certification test to pass out of the training class, but must be able to demonstrate their skill and must still pay a certification fee.

For more information, see the [[Industrial Sewing Machines]] page.

Textiles

2016-08-16T18:25:01Z

Landis:

[[Embroidery]]

[[Industrial Machines]]

[[Zig-Zag & Straight Stitch Machines]]

Textiles

2016-08-16T18:23:04Z

Landis:

[[Embroidery]]

[[File:Industrial Machines]]

[[Zig-Zag & Straight Stitch Machines]]

Textiles

2016-08-16T18:19:10Z

Landis:

[[Embroidery]]

[[Industrial Machines]]

[[Zig-Zag & Straight Stitch Machines]]

Textiles

2016-08-16T18:18:37Z

Landis: add industrial and zig-zag

[[Embroidery]]
[[Industrial Machines]]
[[Zig-Zag & Straight Stitch Machines]]