How to Use Ignite’s Cinch Book Binding Tool

  by Jared Hart After receiving some requests from patrons, we are excited to announce that we have acquired a Cinch book binding press. This little tool does everything from punching the holes, to clamping it together with a binding wire. Read on to learn how to...

All Things New: Mending Our Closets

I’ve always found arts and crafts to be a stellar creative outlet, and a very practical way to multitask. For example, how does one save money, save an old favorite top, and save “scrap” materials, all while experiencing rest and recuperation?  By...

How to Upgrade Your Games with 3D Prints

  by Jared Hart If you’re a big fan of tabletop games, then we’re nearing the greatest time of the year. GenCon 2023 takes place in Indianapolis August 3-6! Many games I know prefer to throw away game inserts and pack everything in little bags. However, I really...

5 Creative Pen Pal Letter Ideas

  by Tyler Elks The library’s summer reading theme this year is “All Together Now.” What better way to honor this than pen pals? I have been sending letters–also called snail mail–for over a year. Here are a 5 creative pen pal letter ideas that you can...

New Printing Press in Ignite

  by Sydney Brink Jump into printmaking at Ignite with our brand new printing press! Ignite now has a Creative Mark Basic Etching Press available for use here at the studio. Check out the relief cut printmaking kit to carve your block. Then try out the  new...