309 Creative is now rocking 3, that’s right, 3 Chompsaw power tools, available for patrons during Open Lab hours. Gaining mass popularity after being showcased on Shark Tank, and winner of the Toy Foundations 2026 Creative Toy of the Year of Fast Company’s 2025 Innovation by Design Award, the Chompsaw is a child-safe cardboard table saw!
Cardboard Creations for Everyone
Don’t be mistaken. Just because the Chompsaw is advertised as a child-safe power tool doesn’t mean it’s for kids only. The Chompsaw is a user-friendly, easy to learn tool that anyone can master within minutes. Plug in the power cable, located under the cut plate, grab a piece of cardboard, flip the large blue switch on the side, and your cardboard cutting journey has begun. Gently press the cardboard into the vibrating saw and cut out the desired shape.
Building Blocks, Cranes, Masks and More!
Cutting out shapes is just the tip of the iceberg. Chompshop, the company behind the Chompsaw, provides a host of free files, designs, and educational resources for you and the whole family. Download templates for free and cut a collection of building blocks, or customize and decorate your own puppet mask. 3D Print nuts and bolts and construct a mechanical crane and test its strength.
Stop by 309 Creative and try out our new Chompsaw Creative Tools, cardboard provided! Use a template, design by hand, or make a free form cut. As always, staff are available to help as you learn how to work the technology.
309 Creative Open Lab Hours
Tuesday: 5:00 pm โ 8:00 pm
Friday and Saturday: 9:00 am โ 12:00 pm
To learn more about 309 Creative and makerspace programs at the library, visit 309 Creative โ DeKalb Public Library.