Instructional Resource Center

Payment for IRC supplies and services is required at time of purchase. The IRC accepts cash, checks or AU transfer of funds forms. The IRC is unable to take your AU Eagle Card or credit/debit cards for payment.

Paying by check or cash?

The IRC accepts cash and personal checks for payment.

• We are unable to accept anything larger than a $20 bill.
• Checks must be made out to the exact purchase amount and payable to "Ashland University."
• We will be happy to write a receipt for your purchase, be sure to ask at point of sale.

Charging to a University Account?

We will complete a transfer of funds form for your qualified purchase; transfer forms are submitted to the business office at the end of each month.

• Have your account name and number ready.
• Be authorized to complete the transaction.
• A signature is required for any account transfer purchase.
• The IRC does not keep account numbers on file.

The IRC has three Tecre Button Makers; a high quality, professional, easy-to-use machine. Each button maker has a corresponding graphic punch (paper cutter) for cutting button inserts to size. Watch this video to see how easy it is to make a button with our new machines!

Button Sizes

The IRC has three button sizes: 1½ inch, .1 ¾ inch, and 2 ¼ inch

Button Magnet, Keychain, & Mirror

The IRC offers button options for making magnets, keychains, and mirrors in a variety of different sized. Review the price list for additional information.

Button Design

Ready to design your button? These resources will help.

• ButtonMakers.net Button Design tool.
  Create a free account, select your button size, and design.

Have a Canva Account? Use your account and our templates to design your button. Directions for use are provided with the templates.

• IRC Canva Template for 1 ½ inch buttons
• IRC Canva Template for 2 ¼ inch buttons
• IRC Canva Template for 1 ¾ inch buttons

Button Maker Policies

• Only COPY PAPER printed inserts can be used with the button maker.
• Price for each button includes the shell, pin back, and plastic disc cover.
• IRC button maker supplies MUST be used for all buttons.
• Users are responsible for making their own buttons.
• IRC staff is available to assist with directions.

The IRC has Ellison Prestige Pro die cut machines and an extensive Ellison Die collection including over 350+ general dies, 19 word dies, 18 border dies, 8 combo dies, and 19 alphabet fonts in both upper and lower case letters.;

• Patrons who bring their own paper may use die cut machines with their paper for free.
• ANY use of IRC paper supplies is a penny per cut.
• IRC poster board or bulletin board paper requires purchase prior to cutting.
• A variety of paper types may be used including construction paper, craft paper, newsprint, and wrapping paper.
• Considering a different paper source? Be sure to ask in the IRC prior to using the machines.

Interested in specifics? Looking for a particular die or alphabet?

A complete listing of our Ellison Die collection is available on the IRC Pinterest page.

We have two laminating machines available for use in the IRC, roll and sheet. IRC staff is available to instruct users on laminating machine usage; drop off service for projects is not provided. IRC staff is not responsible for items users choose to laminate, or the condition of items after lamination.

Roll Laminator

We recommend using the roll laminator for most laminating jobs. It is cost effective and facilitates larger jobs quickly.

• Users should be prepared a 10-15 minute wait while the machine reaches the correct laminating temperature.
• Roll laminating projects will not be started if there is not time to complete the project during regular operating hours.
• It is possible to laminate items that are up to 24 inches in width.
• If you have questions regarding an item to be laminated, ask an IRC staff member.

If you are coming from another on-campus location, feel free to call ahead (x5406) or use Ask the IRC chat to request the laminator be turned on to pre-heat.

Sheet Laminator

Our sheet laminator is ideal for 8 1/2 x 11 paper and smaller jobs.

• Users should be prepared for a.2-3 minute wait while the machine reaches correct laminating temperature.
• It is possible to laminate copy paper, construction paper, and card stock.
• Smaller items may be combined within the laminating pouch..
• If using the sheet laminator, IRC supplies must be used. We do not accept outside laminating sheets.