West Seattle Tool Library

Seattle rain is here! When using power tools outdoors, keep tools, cords, and electrical connections dry, and always use GFCI protection. Never use tools that are wet or damaged. Stay safe, and when the weather gets too wet, take a rain check!

We’re excited to share that the West Seattle Tool Library has received a $1,000 Neighborhood Grant from The Starbucks Foundation! Thank you, @Starbucks, for recognizing our work and helping us put more tools, skills, and resources into the hands of our neighbors.

Fall is in the air—and apples are everywhere! Got an apple tree that’s working overtime? Turn that fall harvest into fresh homemade cider with a cider press from the West Seattle Tool Library! Reserve the cider press: wstl.myturn.com/library/inve…

It’s easy to borrow with confidence at WSTL—our staff and volunteers are always there to help.

Rainy season is almost here! Now’s a great time to clean those gutters, clear leaves and debris, check for leaks, and make sure your home is ready for wet weather. Need a ladder, shop vac, caulk gun, or other tool? Check WSTL before heading to the hardware store!

Meet Toby. He's been teaching our milling class for 4 months and loves helping others get comfortable with tools. Outside WSTL, he runs a construction company, coaches Little League, fishes, and enjoys time with his pets. Thanks, Toby, for sharing your skills with our community!

We received a special member testimonial this month: "We sanded and refinished the existing cabinets, installed new LVP flooring, brand new trim/baseboards, new countertops... without you guys we would have been buying these tools that we definitely didn't need to have full time"

Ever been curious about 3D printing but not sure where to start? We’re thinking about putting together a beginner 3D printing class and wanted to see if anyone would be interested. Or what other tools, skills or projects would you like to learn about? Let us know in the comments!

Did you know WSTL offers fun, hands-on classes? Learn to sharpen your own tools or try our beginner-friendly crochet class while making a simple bookmark. Two great ways to learn a new skill and meet fellow makers! Reserve your spot now at wstools.org/classes

Summer won’t last forever! Make the most of the sunshine by tackling those outdoor projects before the rain returns. Paint the fence, refresh the patio, or tidy up the yard—and borrow the tools you need from West Seattle Tool Library!

Meet Jenny, a WSTL’s board member! Jenny focuses on fundraising to bring new tools, programs & services to our community. She found WSTL after accidentally damaging a treasured telegraph key belonging to her late father. WSTL helped repair it! Thanks, Jenny, for all you do!💚

Got a project in mind but missing the right tool or not sure where to start? West Seattle Tool Library (wstools.org/) is always here to help!

Get ready for the new school year with a few DIY tasks: tune up a bike, repaire lunch boxes and backpacks, or add a simple hook or organizer. Not sure where to start? Drop in during a fix-it session and ask our volunteers for advice. We’re happy to help!

Summer projects often mean more time on a ladder—whether you're painting, cleaning gutters, trimming branches, or harvesting fruit from trees. Always maintain three points of contact while climbing: two feet and one hand. It helps keep you stable and reduces the risk of falls.

Only use a tool a few times a year? Borrow it instead of buying.

We're excited to share that the WSTL has received a ReThink Waste Grant from @SeattleSPU and @WasteManagement! It will help us expand our Fix-It sessions, maintain and repair tools, and keep useful items out of the landfill. Thank you all for making this work possible.

Ready to learn something new this August? We’ve got the beginner crochet class again at West Seattle Tool Library, and all materials are included. Reserve your spot today at wstools.org/classes, and let us know what other classes you'd like to see at WSTL!

West Seattle gardeners, don't put those garden beds away just yet! August is the perfect time to sow spinach, kale and carrots for a fall/winter harvest. Borrow rakes, hoes, shovels, garden forks, and more from your tool library, and grow your garden without buying more tools.

July Safety tip: A pressure washer can cause serious injuries if used carelessly. Keep the spray pointed away from yourself and others, wear closed-toe shoes & eye protection, and never test the pressure with your hand. A clean project is great. A safe project is even better.

Heading out to camp this summer? 🏕️ Pack a hammer for tent stakes, or a hatchet for double duty: pound stakes, split kindling, and clear brush all in one tool. Borrow a hatchet from West Seattle Tool Library before you hit the trail: wstl.myturn.com/library/inve…