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: 1 - 9 PM
Tuesday: 1 - 7 PM
Wednesday: 1 - 5 PM
Thursday: 10 AM - 7 PM (closed 4pm to 4:30pm for lunch)
Friday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM (closed Noon - 1 PM for lunch)
Phone: 248-349-3020 ext 236
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
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.
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
March 2025
LASER CUT GARDEN MARKERS
Tuesday, March 11 at 5:30 PM
Tuesday, March 18 at 5:30 PM
Ages 8+. Do you have too many plants to keep track of? A laser may be able to help! Learn about the process of laser cutting an engraving to make some markers for plants in your garden. We’ll help you make up to five custom garden markers out of wood.
April 2025
SUBLIMATION MOUSE PADS
Tuesday, April 22 at 5:30 PM
Tuesday, April 29 at 5:30 PM
Ages 10+. Use sublimation to make a one-of-a-kind mouse pad! Using virtually any digital image, we’ll learn about the process of sublimation printing and use it to embed an image onto a mouse pad.
May 2025
FIBER OPTIC LAMPS
Ages 13+. Come build a truly unique light fixture! This project will be a deep dive into CAD, 3D printing, and circuit design to produce a lamp that will turn heads.