Makerspace Challenges

Learn How to Create a Unique Character Concept!

Time to get your hands dirty! Using the Augmented Reality Sandbox at either the Ipswich Central or Springfield Central Library, create a scene with the sand and the items found in the box.

Head to either the Ipswich Central or Springfield Central Makerspaces and use the HP Sprouts to create our own Christmas themed digital art. 

Come show us your skills in rhythm and coordination, and fight your way to the top of the leaderboard.

Learn how to manipulate shapes in virtual space to create unique 3D Environments in the October Makerspace Challenge.

To kickstart the Ipswich Libraries Makerspace Challenges we are giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and prove yourself as the ultimate Beat Saber Champion!

VR is back, and so are its challenges! Get the highest score to claim the Maker Space Pirate Trainer Challenge 3D Printed Trophy! See a Makerspace Officer to verify your entry.

Explore the wonders of Digital Art in the Ipswich Libraries Makerspaces with the July Makerspace Challenge! 

This month, you can choose from 5 different challenges to try your hand in, or attempt them all if you are feeling competitive.

Learn how to manipulate shapes in virtual space to create unique 3D models in the 3D Modelling Challenge.

We challenge you to use your isolation creativity to design something that can help people, the environment or simply assist with anything you’re passionate about. 

Bored at home?  We challenge you to design the ultimate toy to play with while you stay at home.

We challenge you to design something that can help people navigate the world without having to touch contaminated surfaces.

We challenge you to use your design and engineering skills to create a roller coaster that is strong enough to hold a marble. Don’t have a marble? You can also use a tennis ball, golf ball or if you’re feeling adventurous, a basketball! 

We challenge you to create a Stop Motion movie! It can be as long or short as you want, and can be about absolutely anything. The characters or moving elements in your movie can be done with clay, toys, people or anything else you can think of.

Visit the Makerspace and showcase your Lego designing abilities! In our Lego Digital Designer, build a plane, car, house, or boat for a chance to win a 3D Print voucher. 

Visit one of the Ipswich Libraries Makerspaces, ‘hop’ onto one of our HP Sprouts, and edit the “Bunny” model in Meshmixer to create your own unique creature.

Visit one of the Ipswich Library Makerspaces, jump onto a HP Sprout or the Virtual Reality system to begin creating your very own monster.

Visit one of the Ipswich Library Makerspaces, jump onto a HP Sprout or the Virtual Reality system to begin painting your portrait.

This project will allow you to design and 3D print your very own bookmark using Tinkercad.

Get your creative juices flowing and design a glorious crown in the Makerspace Create a Crown Challenge!

Get Tinkering this month by creating a new home for Henrietta the Hermit Crab in Tinkercad!
Speak to the Makerspace Team for more details.

Create an artwork showing your holiday plans in the Makerspace Holiday Snapshot Challenge!

Get Tinkering this month by creating your very own decoration to hang on your tree or use as a gift tag!
Speak to the Makerspace Team for more details.

Get Tinkering this month by creating a bag tag to personalise your bag!
Speak to the Makerspace Team for more details.

Use your imagination to draw up a sea monster that would rule the ocean in our Makerspace Sea Monster Challenge!

Draw a colourful Autumn Leaf to fall off our virtual tree in our Makerspace Autumn Leaf Challenge!

Create a flower for the Makerspace flower bed on our TVs and projections.

Personalize your own Christmas ornament with Tinkercad and we will 3D print it!

Get ready for the Back to School season by creating your own bag tag!

Design your very own Cosmic Creation! 

Design one for any of your favorite games like Monopoly, Snakes and Ladders, Chess or your own personal favorite!

Design your own creative cutout by drawing on Tinkercad, ArtRage or regular paper! Desgin it with us and create a 3D model and we will 3D print it!

Design and build a balloon-powered car in Tinkercad, exploring creativity, engineering, and simple propulsion principles.

Use simple blocks in Tinkercad to create retro-inspired 2D or 3D pixel-style designs while exploring the fundamentals of 3D modelling.

Create a unique bouquet of paper flowers and plants using origami and papercraft techniques, paired with a custom 3D printed thimble pot.

Design a unique 3D thimble pot using Tinkercad and choose to feature it in the Makerspace Mini Garden Wall or take it home to display.

Design your own unique glow in the dark decorations for your tree, a friend or yourself.

Learn how to create a glow-in-the-dark origami lucky star, perfect for displaying as a decoration or keeping as a special keepsake.

Learn the basic techniques of crochet and create a handmade decoration to display in your home or on your Christmas tree.

Create your own unique superhero or supervillain and bring your imagination to life through character design and creativity.

Create a collection of magical origami creatures while learning paper-folding techniques and exploring your creativity.

Choose a Gnome or Fred the Frog model and personalise it with vibrant acrylic paint pens to create your own unique design.

Design a whimsical teacup or teapot inspired by the imaginative world of the Mad Hatter’s tea party.

Design and create a custom treat box or gift bag, perfect for celebrating special occasions such as Mother’s Day.

Design and create your own moving robot using a Tinkercad template while exploring the fundamentals of 3D printing and design.

Learn basic weaving techniques to create a miniature cup rug that’s both practical and creative.

Create a paper terrarium or design a unique bookmark while exploring your creativity through hands-on papercraft activities.

Take on a quick, creative challenge this October and put your imagination and creativity skills to the test.

Design and customise a functional whimsical windmill using a Tinkercad template while exploring the basics of 3D design.

Create a charming Scandi-style paper house, perfect for use as a decorative display or gift box.

Learn the art of origami and create beautiful paper designs, no matter your skill level.

Learn to use the Brother Scan’N’Cut to create a personalised mini artist card, then sign, keep, or share your unique creation with friends and family.