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Even though PS1 is a building sized toolbox in itself, you probably want your own gear handy when you need it. Here's suggested kit, adapt for your own needs:

= General =
* Pencil
* Permanent marker (sharpies - fine and fat tip)
* Index cards / PostIts
* Notebook
* Tape Measure
* Memory stick (for using any CNC machine, including 3D printers, as well as the arts Adobe computer)
* Utility knife
* Adjustable wrench
* Socket and screwdriver kit (An interchangeable screwdriver with bits as well as a socket adapter)
* Tape - cellophane, packing, masking, duct

* Suggested
** Square (Speed square or combination)
** Magnetic dish for parts

= Protection =
* Eye protection (available at PS1 but is usually smudged/dirty)
* Ear protection
* Lightweight N95 mask
* Work gloves

= Wood Shop =
* Router bits
* Marking gauge
* 2-6" combination square (one english, one metric)
* 6" steel rule english/metric
* 1/4 - 1/2" brad point drill bits / 12mm brad point drill bits
* Screwdrivers:
** Screwdriver bits in various shapes
** Phillips head
** Standard head
* Mechanical pencils
* Roll of blue masking tape
* Roll of double-stick tape
* 6" digital caliper
* 6' / 2m tape measure
* More optional:
** 1/4 and 3/8 hollow chisel mortiser bits
** Collets (for Shopbot)
** A hat (to protect your head from getting bumped when inside the dust collection closet)

= Hot Metals =
* TBD - add it yourself?

= Cold Metals =
* TBD - add it yourself?

= Electronics =
* TBD - add it yourself?

= Arts =
* Airbrush media, there are paints and inks but made for airbrush media may prevent frustration  
* Specialized sewing machine needles — universal needles are in supply so unusual material may need a different type of point, industrial or home machine type
* Colored special thread, there are a range of colors of multipurpose spools, if your project need a matching color or fiber type i.e. button hole thread of a color to match your fabric