# Off-Topic **URL:** https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/c/off-topic/28.md [Latest](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/tags.md) --- ## [About the Off-Topic category](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/about-the-off-topic-category/105)
**Author:** [@brian.adams](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/brian.adams)\ **Replies:** 0
(Replace this first paragraph with a brief description of your new category. This guidance will appear in the category selection area, so try to keep it below 200 characters. Until you edit this description or create top… --- ## [N95 Masks for free](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/n95-masks-for-free/7693)
**Author:** [@Jakokos](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Jakokos)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 3:03pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/n95-masks-for-free/7693 "2026-07-17T15:03:27Z")
I have a few boxes of extra new N 95 masks if anyone needs any I plan to bring them the front counter area today Friday 7/17 around 6:30pm. --- ## [Anybody want some Art N Glow Resin?](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/anybody-want-some-art-n-glow-resin/7658)
**Author:** [@Jen-Mon](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Jen-Mon)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2026, 9:19pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/anybody-want-some-art-n-glow-resin/7658 "2026-07-05T21:19:00Z")
I have a couple pairs of the resin & hardener bottles that have just sat around for a while, and it’d be great to see them used up, even if I’m not the person to do it! I’ve also got a handful of pour-in molds to go alo… --- ## [Beadboard scrap donation](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/beadboard-scrap-donation/7632)
**Author:** [@brian313](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/brian313)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2026, 7:25pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/beadboard-scrap-donation/7632 "2026-06-15T19:25:22Z")
Does anyone want some leftover beadboard? I bought a 4x8 sheet but only needed a smaller piece of it. There’s a 4x4 half and two other scraps from the cuts. Maybe 1’x4’ and 2’x2’ without getting out the tape measure. --- ## [Estate Sale with a LOT of very good woodworking equipment and lumber](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/estate-sale-with-a-lot-of-very-good-woodworking-equipment-and-lumber/7566)
**Author:** [@Alan\_Wright](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Alan_Wright)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 4:28pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/estate-sale-with-a-lot-of-very-good-woodworking-equipment-and-lumber/7566 "2026-05-19T16:28:00Z")
A good friend is having to sell her house and in the estate sale there is a LOT of pretty new, high quality woodworking equipment. The bigger items are shown in the listing below, but there are a lot of hand tools, clam… --- ## [ScrapFest Documentary Season 3 Premiere Tomorrow!](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/scrapfest-documentary-season-3-premiere-tomorrow/7282)
**Author:** [@bjadms8](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/bjadms8)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2026, 10:48pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/scrapfest-documentary-season-3-premiere-tomorrow/7282 "2026-01-16T22:48:39Z")
Hey ScrapFest Community! Join us for the in-person premiere of the ScrapFest Documentary Season 3 at Struk Studio in Lansing, MI! This season features artist Theresa Guenther. Learn about the personal obstacles Th… --- ## [October Cookout/Potluck!](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/october-cookout-potluck/7022)
**Author:** [@Anna\_S](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Anna_S)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2025, 12:26am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/october-cookout-potluck/7022 "2025-10-12T00:26:23Z")
Hello, all! Starting this thread for the potluck/cookout next week. (Oct 12th @ 2pm) I may need some help grilling, but I’m hoping to contribute some burgers, hot dogs, and buns provided the weather stays this nice. I th… --- ## [Hobby laser etcher for sale](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/hobby-laser-etcher-for-sale/7032)
**Author:** [@Evelyn](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Evelyn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2025, 6:54pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/hobby-laser-etcher-for-sale/7032 "2025-10-08T18:54:04Z")
30w Ortur laser engraver (LU1-4) $200 Small hobby laser Here’s a great YouTube video review of it: Working area is 400mm x 430mm Or roughly 15.75" x 17" I’ve moved a bunch recently, and the power supply… --- ## [Using the CNC Machine this Weekend](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/using-the-cnc-machine-this-weekend/7018)
**Author:** [@seabrig29](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/seabrig29)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2025, 1:53am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/using-the-cnc-machine-this-weekend/7018 "2025-09-30T01:53:48Z")
I have another big project I was hoping to start on this Sunday. I just wanted to see if anyone else needed to use it or if there was a class. I’m hoping to get in early but its about an 8 hour job I’ll be running. dro… --- ## [Cross Stitch Floss and paterns to good home](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/cross-stitch-floss-and-paterns-to-good-home/6758)
**Author:** [@Andy\_Ball](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Andy_Ball)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2025, 12:15am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/cross-stitch-floss-and-paterns-to-good-home/6758 "2025-09-12T00:15:50Z")
My wife was cleaning up her supplies space and is purging some cross-stitch supplies. There is a moderate amount of floss mostly new or slightly used, a few hoops, and some kits. If there is no interest I am thinking o… --- ## [Free tile- so much tile please take it](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/free-tile-so-much-tile-please-take-it/6673)
**Author:** [@JamesFriend](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/JamesFriend)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2025, 9:45pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/free-tile-so-much-tile-please-take-it/6673 "2025-08-07T21:45:12Z")
I bought a pallet of reject tile for redoing my bathroom because it was cheaper than buying individual, but now the downside is I still have almost a pallet worth of tile. It’s mostly 1 case of each kind. There’s lots o… --- ## [Austrian Pine at MSU Surplus](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/austrian-pine-at-msu-surplus/6687)
**Author:** [@AdamT](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/AdamT)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2025, 4:19pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/austrian-pine-at-msu-surplus/6687 "2025-08-01T16:19:27Z")
I was at MSU Surplus today and saw some nice slabs of wood for $25 each. They were cut in June and have a noticeable bend to them, but I figured I’d get the word out about them. --- ## [Makers Magazines](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/makers-magazines/6593)
**Author:** [@Anna\_S](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Anna_S)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 7:31pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/makers-magazines/6593 "2025-06-30T19:31:18Z")
Tony, Adam and I are going through the Makers library and cleaning it up/catagorizing it. The image is of a bunch of duplicate Makers magazines. As we don’t need two copies, I am putting these ones to the group to see… --- ## [Free to Good Home - Stepper Motors & Control Box](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/free-to-good-home-stepper-motors-control-box/6575)
**Author:** [@Randog](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Randog)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2025, 10:57pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/free-to-good-home-stepper-motors-control-box/6575 "2025-06-29T22:57:36Z")
Hello Makers. I have a set of 4 stepper motors and their control box. They were removed from a DIY CNC router and are in working/good condition. If anyone in the group would like them for free, please let me know. --- ## [The Year Without Sunshine](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/the-year-without-sunshine/5416)
**Author:** [@egillespie](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/egillespie)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2024, 5:26pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/the-year-without-sunshine/5416 "2024-10-13T17:26:19Z")
My partner shared this short story with our polycule as an uplifting concept of how a community can pull together through very hard times. I thought of y’all and want to share because I think you might like it too. --- ## [Wood scrap donation](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wood-scrap-donation/5363)
**Author:** [@mooney](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/mooney)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2024, 4:15am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wood-scrap-donation/5363 "2024-09-09T04:15:22Z")
Does the wood shop take scrap donations? I’ve got five or six 2x4 pieces that are 3ft+ in length. Would rather donate than just throw them away. --- ## [Anyone interested in a Homebrew club/group/gathering?](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/anyone-interested-in-a-homebrew-club-group-gathering/3087)
**Author:** [@GaryB](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/GaryB)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2024, 4:04pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/anyone-interested-in-a-homebrew-club-group-gathering/3087 "2024-07-14T16:04:31Z")
I was thinking there might be a collection of individuals in the space that are interested in the fermentation arts. Some that support, through their own efforts, the conversion of starches and sugars into tasty potables… --- ## [Mechanic Recommendations?](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/mechanic-recommendations/5250)
**Author:** [@Moonrod](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Moonrod)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2024, 3:59pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/mechanic-recommendations/5250 "2024-06-23T15:59:18Z")
Hey everyone! Im looking for recommendations for a mechanic in the area. I have an old trailblazer that needs a tune up, AC, and brake work. If anyone knows of a trustworthy or cheap person let me know! Thank you, Hen… --- ## [Anyone have a paint sprayer i could barrow this week?](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/anyone-have-a-paint-sprayer-i-could-barrow-this-week/5131)
**Author:** [@Joslyn\_Mara](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Joslyn_Mara)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2024, 8:46pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/anyone-have-a-paint-sprayer-i-could-barrow-this-week/5131 "2024-04-25T20:46:27Z")
I’m converting a desk+hutch into a breakfast hutch and im repainting it. Would anone be willing to let me barrow a paint sprayer so i could make the process go faster? --- ## [Moving Clearance Give Away](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/moving-clearance-give-away/5071)
**Author:** [@Rossi.Bossi](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Rossi.Bossi)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2024, 8:35pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/moving-clearance-give-away/5071 "2024-04-10T20:35:02Z")
Hey all. As I have mentioned, I am moving in the next few months, and I have a bunch of materials and other items to give away for anyone who wants them. Several large (24X36) panes of glass--I gathered them for making… --- ## [Does anyone have large cardboard tubes?](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/does-anyone-have-large-cardboard-tubes/4994)
**Author:** [@JamesFriend](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/JamesFriend)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2024, 8:43pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/does-anyone-have-large-cardboard-tubes/4994 "2024-02-12T20:43:45Z")
It’s olies first birthday party next weekend, we want to make a giant marble maze. If anyone has large cardboard tubes like the kind shrink wrap or large format paper comes on we could use itd be very appreciated. They … --- ## [Does anyone have a Pressure Washer?](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/does-anyone-have-a-pressure-washer/4979)
**Author:** [@Moonrod](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Moonrod)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2024, 7:57pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/does-anyone-have-a-pressure-washer/4979 "2024-02-02T19:57:08Z")
Hi yall! Does anyone have a pressure washer I could borrow? Im interested in using it to hydroform thin steel sheets. It requires very little pressure. I would purchase my own hose to connect between the steel form and … --- ## [Does anyone have a stump?](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/does-anyone-have-a-stump/4947)
**Author:** [@Moonrod](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Moonrod)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2024, 11:34pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/does-anyone-have-a-stump/4947 "2024-01-29T23:34:31Z")
Ideally looking for something at waist height, but a shorter stump or large round could work. Im looking to make a shrinking stump for metal forming. Best, Henry --- ## [New CNC questions](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/new-cnc-questions/4911)
**Author:** [@Moonrod](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Moonrod)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 11:08pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/new-cnc-questions/4911 "2023-12-16T23:08:45Z")
Hi All, For the new CNC what are the bed dimensions and are we able to cut aluminum on it? Best, Henry --- ## [New Chairs in Jewelry](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/new-chairs-in-jewelry/4896)
**Author:** [@Rossi.Bossi](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Rossi.Bossi)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2023, 3:57pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/new-chairs-in-jewelry/4896 "2023-12-13T15:57:46Z")
Hey all. I was told last week that there’s a lack of chairs in Jewelry, so I have donated a few chairs to the section. Enjoy. --- ## [Wednesday Board Meeting](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wednesday-board-meeting/4866)
**Author:** [@Moonrod](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Moonrod)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2023, 6:36pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wednesday-board-meeting/4866 "2023-11-25T18:36:36Z")
Good Afternoon Everyone, I am interested in attending the board meeting Wednesday night, however I don’t get off work until 8pm and would only be able to get there by 8:15pm. Im not sure when the meeting usually ends by… --- ## [Unofficial casual hacker night](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/unofficial-casual-hacker-night/3876)
**Author:** [@billehhg](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/billehhg)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2023, 8:15pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/unofficial-casual-hacker-night/3876 "2023-11-18T20:15:32Z")
When I came to the makerspace the first time, I was excited to see that it had a lot of physical making. I had assumed most makerspaces grew out of hackerspaces and had tools peripherally, but people here mostly just mak… --- ## [Welding Equipment Recommendations](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/welding-equipment-recommendations/4785)
**Author:** [@Moonrod](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Moonrod)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2023, 3:18pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/welding-equipment-recommendations/4785 "2023-10-20T15:18:35Z")
Hey All! Im looking to buy my own jacket, gloves, and respirator for welding. Does anyone have any recommendations? Im looking for something on the low end of price and higher end of maneuverability where the compromise… --- ## [Job posting from Johnson's workbench sent to LMN](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/job-posting-from-johnsons-workbench-sent-to-lmn/4781)
**Author:** [@Evelyn](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Evelyn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2023, 2:08pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/job-posting-from-johnsons-workbench-sent-to-lmn/4781 "2023-10-10T14:08:24Z")
Hi all, this is copied from an email sent to me from Johnson’s Workbench in Charlotte: Hello Evelyn, I’m curious if the Lansing Makers Network has a job board? We are looking to fill two retail sales associate position… --- ## [V.R. Anyone? Ismytitlelongenoughnow](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/v-r-anyone-ismytitlelongenoughnow/4765)
**Author:** [@Mike-L](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Mike-L)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2023, 3:12pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/v-r-anyone-ismytitlelongenoughnow/4765 "2023-10-02T15:12:39Z")
Thank you @Kryz for the makerspace census data, that was an interesting read that brings up an interesting question. Is there any interest in a VR rig at the space? If so do we have the space available to set it up? Bes… [Next page](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/c/off-topic/28.md?page=1)