Welcome to MakeIT, NDL's New Makerspace! MakeIT is located near the Library’s main entrance on the upper level, off the hallway to the public restrooms. Stop in to see what we’re up to!
Hours of Operation:
Monday: 10 AM - 1 PM & 4:30 PM to 9 PM
Tuesday: 10 AM - 7 PM
Wednesday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 10 AM - 9 PM (closed 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM for lunch)
Friday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM (closed Noon - 1 PM for lunch)
Sunday: 1 PM to 5PM
Phone: 248-349-3020 ext 236
(Hours may vary. Call first, please)
Services
3D Printing
Available now!
To submit 3D print jobs please click here.
Only STL files should be submitted, and you must have a Google login to submit files with your form.
If you are unable to submit your 3D print request using this form, please contact Tyler Vitale, IT Associate or call the MakeIT Office at 248-349-3020 ext 236
(Please note: if the form does not work, it may be because the 3d print queue has been closed. You should call the MakeIT room at the number listed above if you're not sure.)
3D prints cost $0.05 per gram. All print jobs which cost less than $5 must be paid for in cash. Prints of $5 or more may be paid for with cash or credit card.
Completed 3D prints may be picked up and paid for at the Library’s Circulation Desk during the Library’s open hours.
Important note: The print queue is allowed to max out to 96 hours of printing time. If a job is submitted, and the total print queue is expected to take longer than 96 hours, the print queue will be temporarily closed to any new requests until we can catch up and get the print queue under 96 hours.
Laser Engraving
Available Now!
Click this link to reserve time using the laser engraver:
We can cut and engrave materials up to 13” x 19”. You must provide the material to be laser cut or engraved. Examples of materials which work well are basswood, EVA foam, acrylic sheets, and Rowmark.
Other materials than those listed may also be used but are subject to approval by the laser operator. For questions, contact Tyler Vitale IT Associate, or call the MakeIT Office at 248-349-3020 ext 236.
Sublimation Printing
Available now!
Click this link to reserve time using the sublimation printer:
$0.50 per page of sublimation paper printed.
You need to provide an image (JPG, GIF, Vector, etc) to be printed. USB Flash drive or other media is acceptable.
You may bring your own sublimation blanks for application. If you want to make a mug, you may bring your own or purchase a blank white mug for $3.00.
Vinyl Cutting
Coming Soon!
Events & Programs
December 2025
Canva & MakeIT Series: Sublimate a Holiday Ornament
Wednesday, December 3 at 3 PM
Wednesday, December 10 at 3 PM
Adults age 18+ only. Create a design in Canva and learn how tot transfer your design onto your Holiday Ornament with sublimation int he MakeIT space.
Laptop and general computer knowledge required.
January 2026
Canva & MakeIT Series: Sublimate Wine Tumblers
Tuesday, January 14 at 3 PM
Tuesday, January 28 at 3 PM
Adults age 21+ only. Laptop and general computer knowledge required.Design a Wine Tumbler with Canva and learn how to transfer your design onto your sign using the Sublimation process in the MakeIT space.
Wine Tumbler & materials provided. Laptop required.
February 2026
Canva & MakeIT Series: Laser Engraved Night Light
Wednesday, February 11 at 3 PM
Wednesday, February 25 at 3 PM
Adults age 18+ only. Use Canva to design a simple line art to be etched onto the night light with the laser engraver in the MakeIT space.
Night Light & materials provided. Laptop required.
