Kaiapoi Library – Tinker Zone Inductions

Want to get started with the Tinker Zone creative technologies?

Get your Amateur level sewing stamp on your Tinker Zone Card by booking in for one of our inductions.

We'll show you the basics of using the sewing machine safely and confidently. Once you've completed your induction, you'll be able to use it independently by showing your Tinker Card anytime the library is open.

If none of the available times work for you, please contact us to find an alternative time.

Our email is wmkmakerspace@wmk.govt.nz, and call us on 0800 965 542.

Sewing Suite

• Janome Juno DC1030 Sewing Machine

• Janome Mylock ML 544D Overlocker (Rangiora only)

The sewing suite is ideal for clothing alterations, repairs, home decor projects, and other creative sewing endeavours. You will learn the basics of operating both the sewing machine and overlocker which includes machine safety, threading, and key functions.

This session is at Ruataniwha Kaiapoi Library.

| Free  | Allow for 45 minutes to one hour

Ages 10+ can use the machines with supervision from someone 14+ who has also completed their amateur induction.

Our makerspace is wheelchair accessible.

Accessible parking is available in the Council Carpark— the entry is on Percival Street next to Victoria Park.

Tinker Zone is on the right-hand side of the main library entrance.

Accessible toilets area available on-site, straight ahead from the library entrance, at the end of the library.

Sewing Suite

• We have a height-adjustable table that can accommodate most wheelchairs.

• Left-handed fabric scissors available on request.

• Spring-hinged fabric scissors available on request (good for arthritis and other hand joints).