Sparks's Lab Equpiment

This button maker can be used to create buttons for fundraisers, charities, fun DIY projects, photos and more! The possibilities are endless.

1. Artwork in 2.69 in. diameter circle.

→Template for 9 buttons (PUB)

Use lightweight paper (20 or 24 lb) for printing. Heavier paper may not work or could cause you problems when trying to crimp your buttons.

With the Canon CanoScan you can make your old photos and 35mm film look virtually brand new again with the special film scanning guide frame and film adapter unit. The CanoScan 9000F Mark II also helps you get the most out of your photos and documents.

1. Content to be scanned
2. A USB flash drive (on which to save the image files)

If the item fits on the 8.5 x 11.5 in scanning flatbed you can scan it, including: 35mm film, photos, documents, personal notebooks, and books.

With its powerful interchangeable tools the Cricut Maker cuts, scores, and writes on a variety of materials to fit your crafting needs. Use the built-in patterns from the Cricut Maker library or upload your own files to cut custom fonts and images.

1. A digital design
2. Paper or other medium to cut (see below)

Material must fit within the size of the work area (max 12 x 24 in).

Material must not be more than 2.4 mm (3/32 in) thick.

Common materials:

• Cardstock (adhesive, chalkboard, and regular)
• Vinyl (printable, adhesive, matte, glossy, stencil, and heat transfer)
• Vellum
• Fabric
• Balsa wood
• Leather

The versatility of the Dremel rotary tool allows you to complete a variety of projects just by switching the cutting attachment. Whether your application requires light-duty deburring or heavy-duty material removal, put the sparkle on your projects by using a cleaning or polishing accessory. Restore antiques by removing rust and polishing metals by using a grinding or sharpening accessory. Engraving cutters suitable for both soft and hard materials are available to tackle almost any project.

1. A project from home.

The attachments available in the Dremel 200 kit allow you to cut, sand, or polish the following materials: soft wood, hard wood, laminates, plastics, steel, aluminum, brass, shell, stone, ceramic, and glass.

Choose from 280 built-in embroidery designs or import your own designs through the USB port to create something new or give something old a stylish update.

1. Fabric or fabric item to sew
2. Thread (appropriate for your project/ type of fabric)
3. A USB flash drive with the design to be embroidered (no larger than 4 x 4 in)

The Brother embroidery and sewing machine works with a variety of textiles including satin, taffeta, jersey, flannel, corduroy, tweed, and denim.

You don’t need any design skills, 3D modeling, or CAD expertise to get started. Simply scan the object with the MakerBot Digitizer and the output is a ready-to-print 3D model file format (STL) which can be modified and improved in third-party 3D modeling programs. These files can then be uploaded and shared through the Internet or 3D printed.

1. An object to scan
2. A USB flash drive (on which to save the 3D model .stl file)

Some objects will produce better scans than others. Here are a few guidelines to help you determine what will produce a good scan.

Great to scan:

• Objects that are larger than a 2 x 2 in cylinder
• Objects that are smaller than a 8 x 8 in cylinder
• Objects weighing less than 6.6 lb
• Stationary objects
• Opaque objects

Difficult to scan:

• Transparent objects
• Shiny or reflective objects
• Very dark objects
• Fuzzy objects

If you can imagine it, you can print it on the MakerBot Replicator. Just design your own model on the computer using tinkercad.com, or download print-ready files from thingiverse.com.

1. An .stl or .obj file or design one while you are here on Tinkercad® or Thingiverse®.

Filament will be provided in the Sparks’s Lab.

The Brother 1634D allows you to work with three or four threads, with 1-needle 3-thread, or 2-needle 4-thread options. It is perfect for finishing, creating rolled hems, inserting zippers, stitching neat blind hems, and creating ruffles on both knits and woven fabrics.

1. Fabric or fabric item to sew
2. Thread (appropriate for your project/ type of fabric)

The Brother serger works with a variety of textiles including satin, taffeta, jersey, flannel, corduroy, tweed, and denim.

Create something new or repair something old with the Brother sewing machine. Sew clothing, household items, toys, costumes, and much more.

1. Fabric or fabric item to sew
2. Thread (appropriate for your project/ type of fabric)

The Brother sewing machine works with a variety of textiles including satin, taffeta, jersey, flannel, corduroy, tweed, and denim.