Maker Kits
Explore the MakerSpace from the comfort of your home with our collection of Maker Kits. These kits can be placed on hold and checked out at any Johnson County Library branch, just like a book! A great option for those who can’t make it out to the MakerSpace at the Central Resource Library but still want to learn more about what being a maker is all about.
Maker Kit Blog
Take Home a Maker Kit Today!
Explore the MakerSpace from home with our collection of Maker Kits. These kits can be placed on hold and checked out at any branch!
New Maker Kits: Pocket Operator Mini synthesizers
If you are a musician or are looking to learn more about synthesizers, our three new Pocket Operator kits are right up your alley! What’s…
New Maker Kit! Film to Digital Converter
Do you have old film negatives or slides you’d like to preserve? Convert your memories into digital images and save them for the future.
From the Makers
Maker Kits
Take Home a Maker Kit Today!
Explore the MakerSpace from home with our collection of Maker Kits. These kits can be placed on hold and checked out at any branch!
New Maker Kits: Pocket Operator Mini synthesizers
If you are a musician or are looking to learn more about synthesizers, our three new Pocket Operator kits are right up your alley! What’s…
New Maker Kit! Film to Digital Converter
Do you have old film negatives or slides you’d like to preserve? Convert your memories into digital images and save them for the future.
National Woodworking Month
Did you know you have access to equipment to cut and engrave wood for FREE in the MakerSpace?!
Get Creative during National Craft Month
Creativity doesn’t have to begin with a grand plan. Across Library branches, programs and resources invite makers to get crafty.
Slides from Grandfather
A Library patron inherits her grandfather’s Vietnam-era slides and uses a Library converter kit to uncover, preserve and share.
Halloween projects come to life at the MakerSpace
As Halloween approaches, the Black & Veatch MakerSpace at Johnson County Library is the perfect place to bring your creative ideas to life!
MakerSpace Laser Cutter
Books and other resources for designing and creating laser cut projects!
Wearables and Small Projects
Wearables, etextiles, sewing - whatever you call it and however you do it, we've got great resources to up your skills or try something new.
MakerSpace Blossoms with New Staff, More Hours & Programming
The MakerSpace is expanding staff, hours, and programming to enhance its impact and meet growing the demand of nearly 2,000 patrons a month.
New MakerSpace Equipment — Embroidery Machine!
We’re excited to announce a new addition to the MakerSpace: the Baby Lock Flare embroidery machine!
MakerSpace Programs for Summer 2025
Looking for MakerSpace classes? We got you covered! Learn more about all the classes happening this Summer here in the MakerSpace.
3D Printing Fun in Under an Hour!
Even if you only have a quick 1 hour reservation, you can still create awesome 3D printed objects that are both fun and functional.
Embroidery for Beginners - Inspiration and Guides
Are you just beginning to learn embroidery by hand? Do you have some experience and just want some inspiration? Look no further.