Thomastown Library is pleased to announce the exciting return of our Textiles & Craft Maker Space!
We have a range of maker programs available for you to discover. Visit the events page for dates and details, and to book your spot.
When you enter the Textiles & Craft Maker Space, you’ll need to sign in with our QR Code system or speak to one of our friendly staff in order to register your details. You will also require an induction on our available machines, and on the in-branch Covid-safe practices – this is all carried out via our iPad system.
Then you’re free to start making! We can’t wait to see what you’re working on.
Our upcoming events
Daily Drop-in Sewing Machines
Thomastown Library’s Textiles & Craft Maker Space offer daily booking sessions for use of the sewing machines and overlocker. Bookable sessions vary daily according to other programming within the Textiles & Craft Maker Space.
Sessions are currently available during the following times:
Mornings between 9.00 am – 12.00 pm
Afternoons between 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Evenings between 5.00 pm – 8.00 pm
All patrons must follow YPRL’s Maker Space Covid-safe plan while using the machines and are required to be inducted into the use of the machines and the Thomastown Library’s Textiles & Craft Maker Space.
Bookings can be made by calling Thomastown Library on 03 9464 1864 or via email at ttlyprl@yprl.vic.gov.au
Bespoke Craft workshops
Twice per month
They’re back again! Running on Friday mornings and Saturday afternoons, we aim to host two craft workshops per month. Bookings are essential, and the topics vary each month. Feel free to contact us with any suggestions that you would like to participate in.
Knitting and Crochet group
Tuesdays, 10 am – 12 pm
Have a laugh and chat at our weekly knitting and crochet group. Beginners are welcome in our Maker Space. Our staff are available for newly returning members to help with registering and signing in using our QR system.
Maker Morning
Wednesdays, 9 am – 1 pm
Calling all creatives and makers! Meet up and share your current project/s with other like-minded local makers. Whether you want to get some help or share some tips, everyone is welcome in our new Maker Space.
Kids Art Studio
Saturday, once per month
Join us at Thomastown Library’s Textiles and Craft Makerspace as we explore all things creative in this interactive, Covid-safe workshop for families and children. Each month we explore a different medium, from the digital world to creative play. Bookings are essential.
Boomerang Bags
Daily
Sew Sustainable. Boomerang Bags is a global grassroots movement. Pick up a DIY boomerang bag fabric kit from Thomastown Library’s Textiles and Craft Maker Space and make your own recycled shopping bag. You can book one of our sewing machines or borrow one of our hand sewing kits from our Maker Lending Library.