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: Closed
Tuesday: 1-7 PM
Wednesday: 1-5 PM
Thursday: 1-5 PM
Friday: 10 AM-5 PM (closed Noon-1 PM for lunch)
2nd Saturday of the month: 10 AM-5 PM (closed Noon-1 PM for lunch)
When MakeIT is open on Saturday it will be closed the preceding Friday.
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
June 2024
FIREFLY JARS
Tuesday, June 11 at 4:30 PM
Tuesday, June 18 at 4:30 PM
In the MakeIT Makerspace
Ages 13+. Build your own firefly jar! Using a few off the shelf electronic components, we’ll assemble a jar with lights inside of it made to look like fireflies while learning a bit about 3D printing and simple electronic devices. What better way is there to ring in firefly season?
July 2024
ELECTRONIC DICE ROLLER
Tuesday, July 16 at 4:30 PM
Tuesday, July 23 at 4:30 PM
In the MakeIT Makerspace
Ages 13+. Create your own electronic dice! We’ll use some electronic components to create a small device that rolls a digital die for you. We’ll delve into the world of microcontrollers, the fantastic tiny computers which are all around you, even if you don’t yet realize it!
August 2024
PERSONALIZED MUGS
Tuesday, August 20 at 4:30 PM
Friday, August 30 at 4:30 PM
In the MakeIT Makerspace
Ages 10+. Make your very own mug while learning about sublimation printing. You may bring in your own digital pictures for sublimation, or use a set of stock images we provide to create a personalized mug with our heat press and sublimation printer, while learning about the process.