Contact and Reservations
For general questions and inquiries email our staff at articastudios@u.northwestern.edu
In-Studio and Take-Home Supplies
Below you will find our current selection of in-studio craft materials, banner supplies, and sewing machine options available for both in-studio use and out-of-studio rental.
Craft & Paper Supplies (In-Studio Use)
| Paper & Craft Supplies | |
|---|---|
| Cardstock (8.5" x 11") | $0.10/piece |
| Construction Paper (8.5"x11") | $0.25/piece |
| Craft Paper, assorted colors (8.5"x11") | $0.50/piece |
| Poster Board (white) | $1.50/piece |
| Laminating (hot) - large & small format available | $2/foot |
| Acrylic/Watercolors | $5 per canvas - Free for touch-ups |
| Charcoal/special drawing materials | $5 per paper - Free for touch-ups |
| Die-Cut Lettering | Free in-studio use |
| Paper Cutter | Free in-studio use |
| Markers, Crayons, Colored Pencils | Free in-studio use |
Banner Supplies (In-Studio Use)
| Banner Supplies | |
|---|---|
| Grommets with String | $5 for 4 grommets, string for hanging included |
| Extra Grommets | $1 per grommet |
| Extra String | $3 |
Sewing Machines
Please note: Sewing skill is required to rent or use the sewing machine in-studio. Only select staff are trained to assist, and we cannot guarantee help during your visit and/or upon renting the machine to take home.
We do not provide thread or fabric.
| Reservation Type | Reservation Includes | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| In-studio Reservations |
|
$5/Day |
| Out-of Studio Reservations* |
|
$15/Day |
*Out-of-studio use requires approval in advance. You must know how to properly work a sewing machine. Please email articastudios@u.northwestern.edu for approval.
Damage Policy
Our machines must be handled with care. If the machine is returned with damaged or pieces missing, you will be charged with repair or replacement.