# Latest **URL:** https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/latest.md [Latest](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/tags.md) --- ## [Events and Closures Nov and Dec 2026](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/events-and-closures-nov-and-dec-2026/8083)
**Author:** [@Lex](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Lex)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2026, 12:10am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/events-and-closures-nov-and-dec-2026/8083 "2026-11-03T00:10:50Z")
Here is what our next few months are going to look like. I’ll add on additional events or closures as they are planned. UPCOMING EVENTS: Every Wednesday, 6:30pm - 9:00pm: \*\* Miniature Painting Nov 2, 6:30pm - 8:30pm … --- ## [COMPLETED talk site maintenance Nov 3, 10:30am EDT](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/completed-talk-site-maintenance-nov-3-10-30am-edt/8055)
**Author:** [@jerry](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/jerry)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2026, 11:45pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/completed-talk-site-maintenance-nov-3-10-30am-edt/8055 "2026-11-02T23:45:13Z")
UPDATE This was completed successfully! If anyone notices issues please let the tech team know. The Talk Site will be updated Nov 3 starting at 10:30 am EDT. The process will take several hours. The site may be interm… --- ## [Board Meeting 11/3 at 6:30PM](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/board-meeting-11-3-at-6-30pm/8078)
**Author:** [@Kelsey\_Earle1](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Kelsey_Earle1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2026, 2:46am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/board-meeting-11-3-at-6-30pm/8078 "2026-11-04T02:46:15Z")
Our next board meeting will be held on Tuesday November 3rd at 6:30PM in person and on Google Meet. The link will be posted here right before it begins. You’re welcome to spectate and there will be a public comment that … --- ## [Jewlery checkout request - Acetylene torch](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/jewlery-checkout-request-acetylene-torch/8080)
**Author:** [@Lillian](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Lillian)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2026, 9:49pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/jewlery-checkout-request-acetylene-torch/8080 "2026-11-03T21:49:39Z")
Hello! Am I able to be checked out on the acetylene torch in the jewelry space? If possible, I would also like to get checked out on the small drill press at the same time/after, but no worries if not. I am available any… --- ## [Heads, Heads, and More Heads](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/heads-heads-and-more-heads/8087)
**Author:** [@BrianBaldwin](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/BrianBaldwin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2026, 1:37pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/heads-heads-and-more-heads/8087 "2026-11-03T13:37:26Z")
Step right up, ladies and gents, kings and vagabonds! Feast your eyes on the finest collection of pre-loved noggins this side of the guillotine! Need to get ready for next Halloween…we got that…need some help with a kram… --- ## [How does cold weather change your workshop routine?](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/how-does-cold-weather-change-your-workshop-routine/8068)
**Author:** [@Davijen57](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Davijen57)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/how-does-cold-weather-change-your-workshop-routine/8068 "2026-11-02T16:21:57Z")
Winter always shifts how I work, even when the project itself stays the same. I find myself allowing extra time to warm up, tidy up, and settle in before I start anything fiddly. Shorter daylight also makes me plan my st… --- ## [Volunteer hours](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/volunteer-hours/8057)
**Author:** [@HSingh](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/HSingh)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2026, 1:38pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/volunteer-hours/8057 "2026-10-31T13:38:05Z")
Hi all, I would like to join the volunteer program so that I can accrue hours towards the discounted membership. What are the next steps to do this? --- ## [Wood shop area rant](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wood-shop-area-rant/8061)
**Author:** [@Tony](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Tony)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2026, 9:27pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wood-shop-area-rant/8061 "2026-10-30T21:27:06Z")
I was in the maker space this evening for the Thursday drop-in auths, and found several things that made me a little upset. First, one of the bandsaws has a broken blade. The blade was draped over the saw. There was n… --- ## [Wood shop auth request](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wood-shop-auth-request/8067)
**Author:** [@krwilson](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/krwilson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2026, 7:12pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wood-shop-auth-request/8067 "2026-10-30T19:12:51Z")
Hi all, I’m Kasey Wilson. I took a tour last night and am planning to join. I was hoping to get authorized on the big planer and miter saw to finish a project. If possible, I’d like to do this over the weekend (10/31-11… --- ## [Training Authorization request](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/training-authorization-request/7990)
**Author:** [@HSingh](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/HSingh)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2026, 6:44am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/training-authorization-request/7990 "2026-10-30T06:44:01Z")
Hi is there any availability for training on the mills and lathes as well as the embroidery machine? I am available from 7am to 11am or 4pm to 5pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday and all day (every other week generally… --- ## [Michigan Silversmiths Guild meeting at LMN ~ All are welcome!](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/michigan-silversmiths-guild-meeting-at-lmn-all-are-welcome/8062)
**Author:** [@Heather](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Heather)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2026, 3:44am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/michigan-silversmiths-guild-meeting-at-lmn-all-are-welcome/8062 "2026-10-30T03:44:36Z")
MSG’s November Meet-Up Lansing Makers Network Sunday, November 08, 2026 1:00-3:00PM We will meet again, as we did last November, at Lansing Makers Network, 2730 Alpha Access St, Lansing, MI on Sunday, November 08, from… --- ## [What have you all been making?!](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/what-have-you-all-been-making/3899)
**Author:** [@MrSFromBand](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/MrSFromBand)\ **Replies:** 117\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2026, 4:17pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/what-have-you-all-been-making/3899 "2026-10-29T16:17:48Z")
Inspired by @Andy (I think…) to make this post since he asked to see some of the things I’ve been working on at LMN. I don’t do anything complicated, but I’d love to see the complicated things every else does! I’ve jus… --- ## [Donation - box of fabrics, Kenmore sewing machine, wood](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/donation-box-of-fabrics-kenmore-sewing-machine-wood/8053)
**Author:** [@Christina.McAlvey](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Christina.McAlvey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 2:18pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/donation-box-of-fabrics-kenmore-sewing-machine-wood/8053 "2026-10-28T14:18:26Z")
Hello there! My husband’s family is cleaning out this parents’ house and his mother was an avid crafter. For donation/usage we have a box of fabric (she was a dressmaker and quilter), a Kenmore sewing machine. His fathe… --- ## [Dozuki (SOPs) is down, we are working on it](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/dozuki-sops-is-down-we-are-working-on-it/8025)
**Author:** [@Lex](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Lex)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 6:16pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/dozuki-sops-is-down-we-are-working-on-it/8025 "2026-10-26T18:16:23Z")
The SOP site that we use was deactivated somehow. We are working with that company’s support to get it back online. I’ll post here when it is back. In the meantime, most of the instructions can be found printed out in b… --- ## [Welding, machining, blacksmithing, sewing machine,vinyl cutter certs](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/welding-machining-blacksmithing-sewing-machine-vinyl-cutter-certs/8017)
**Author:** [@HSingh](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/HSingh)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 1:31am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/welding-machining-blacksmithing-sewing-machine-vinyl-cutter-certs/8017 "2026-10-26T01:31:52Z")
Anyone available for welding, blacksmithing machining, vinyl cutter or sewing machine certs today, tomorrow, or Saturday 4:00pm to 5:30pm this or next week? --- ## [What do you do with your failed 3D prints? Recycling ideas welcome](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/what-do-you-do-with-your-failed-3d-prints-recycling-ideas-welcome/7965)
**Author:** [@Davijen57](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Davijen57)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 6:51pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/what-do-you-do-with-your-failed-3d-prints-recycling-ideas-welcome/7965 "2026-10-25T18:51:45Z")
I’ve been 3D printing a fair amount lately and I’m starting to build up a real pile of failed prints, brims, and leftover support material. It feels wasteful to just toss it all in the trash, so I’m wondering what other … --- ## [Vinyl Cutter Checkout Soonish](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/vinyl-cutter-checkout-soonish/7948)
**Author:** [@DJGrimes](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/DJGrimes)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 6:36pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/vinyl-cutter-checkout-soonish/7948 "2026-10-25T18:36:39Z")
Hey - Looking to get checked out on the vinyl cutter basically anytime in the next week other than Saturday. --- ## [Wood Shop Authorization](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wood-shop-authorization/8031)
**Author:** [@chris\_mattei](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/chris_mattei)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2026, 2:01pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wood-shop-authorization/8031 "2026-10-25T14:01:19Z")
Hello! I am planning to join the makers space and will be getting a library membership to start. I’m hoping to get authorized in the wood shop sometime next week if possible. Please let me know what day/time would work b… --- ## [Drum/Spindle Sander not oscillating](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/drum-spindle-sander-not-oscillating/8045)
**Author:** [@JeffP](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/JeffP)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 11:49pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/drum-spindle-sander-not-oscillating/8045 "2026-10-24T23:49:31Z")
The Drum/Spindle Sander is currently not oscillating. It still rotates but does not move up and down. @Tony --- ## [Trotec Laser 5mm EVA Foam Settings](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/trotec-laser-5mm-eva-foam-settings/7982)
**Author:** [@adpow](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/adpow)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2026, 11:57pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/trotec-laser-5mm-eva-foam-settings/7982 "2026-10-23T23:57:44Z")
I dialed in some settings for the Trotec laser on white 5mm EVA foam tonight. I left my swatches near the computer and made a Material for it in the Trotec software. I believe if you’re using a darker color, you would ne… --- ## [No wood shop auths/checkouts on Thursday, oct 22](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/no-wood-shop-auths-checkouts-on-thursday-oct-22/8004)
**Author:** [@Tony](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Tony)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 8:48pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/no-wood-shop-auths-checkouts-on-thursday-oct-22/8004 "2026-10-22T20:48:55Z")
I cannot do authorizations in the wood shop this Thursday, Oct 22, and I will be out of town Friday-Sunday. I will be back doing auths next Thursday Oct 29. Tony Wood shop area mgr --- ## [Free paper and more!](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/free-paper-and-more/8019)
**Author:** [@DJGrimes](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/DJGrimes)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 3:09pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/free-paper-and-more/8019 "2026-10-22T15:09:29Z")
Helping to clean out a print shop in Old Town and we have A BUNCH of roll ends. These are anywhere from maybe 18-42” wide and up to a few feet long. Bond, textured, photo, and more. They’re all just too small really to p… --- ## [Volunteers needed for 10/21 event](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/volunteers-needed-for-10-21-event/8012)
**Author:** [@Evelyn](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Evelyn)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 5:43pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/volunteers-needed-for-10-21-event/8012 "2026-10-21T17:43:04Z")
Hi all! We’re hosting Astronomy on Tap tomorrow, Wednesday the 21st, and I could use some help It’s an event where we serve alcohol and guests give science talks. We’ll be offering 2 make and take stations 5-5:45 - pe… --- ## [Trouble with the wood planer dust collection system](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/trouble-with-the-wood-planer-dust-collection-system/8013)
**Author:** [@CherylNorthcutt](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/CherylNorthcutt)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 1:15am UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/trouble-with-the-wood-planer-dust-collection-system/8013 "2026-10-21T01:15:07Z")
ISSUE or REQUEST: Affected Tool or Resource: wood planer/dust collection. @Tony Kuhlman. The wood planer is actually spitting saw dust all over the place. Dust collection was on, it is not full and we could not find a… --- ## [WFH volunteer &/or woodworking apprentice w some exp?](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wfh-volunteer-or-woodworking-apprentice-w-some-exp/7950)
**Author:** [@joanypants](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/joanypants)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 11:47pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/wfh-volunteer-or-woodworking-apprentice-w-some-exp/7950 "2026-10-19T23:47:32Z")
Hey! I’ve been in once before and got one authorization and then time/money/parenting got in the way. I really want to do more with woodworking and have a bunch of scraps in my garage to work with. I have some experienc… --- ## [Full Access Membership Activation](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/full-access-membership-activation/8007)
**Author:** [@njstocks](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/njstocks)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 9:58pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/full-access-membership-activation/8007 "2026-10-19T21:58:17Z")
Hello! I upgraded from an Open Hours to a Full Access membership, but my cycle doesn’t technically start until Oct. 21st based on the dates. Is that when I should expect my card to work for building access, or is there a… --- ## [New Member Intro and Checkouts](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/new-member-intro-and-checkouts/8010)
**Author:** [@Usamah\_Wasif](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Usamah_Wasif)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 9:57pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/new-member-intro-and-checkouts/8010 "2026-10-19T21:57:24Z")
Hello @Tony! I’m Usamah, I took a cutting board class recently and really enjoyed it, I signed up for a membership over the weekend. I am hoping to get checked out on the equipment, and was wondering what the process i… --- ## [Help me Haul some excellent wood and take some for yourself!](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/help-me-haul-some-excellent-wood-and-take-some-for-yourself/8008)
**Author:** [@joanypants](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/joanypants)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 4:52pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/help-me-haul-some-excellent-wood-and-take-some-for-yourself/8008 "2026-10-19T16:52:56Z")
Hey friends! The city is redoing all the sidewalks in my area that have been mangled by tree roots. That means they are cutting down TONS of beautiful healthy trees that are on the medians between the sidewalk and the s… --- ## [Maker Made (bootleg) CNC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/maker-made-bootleg-cnc/7947)
**Author:** [@DJGrimes](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/DJGrimes)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 1:28pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/maker-made-bootleg-cnc/7947 "2026-10-19T13:28:00Z")
Wasn’t sure where to post this, but I’ve wanted to put this out there for a while, I just saw the CNC is down and thought this might be a good time. I have a MakerMade vertical CNC new in box. From what I remember from … --- ## [Checkout Request for the Woodshop Area](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/checkout-request-for-the-woodshop-area/8000)
**Author:** [@Craig\_Pontius](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/u/Craig_Pontius)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2026, 11:15pm UTC](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/t/checkout-request-for-the-woodshop-area/8000 "2026-10-18T23:15:27Z")
Good day everyone! I just signed up to be a member and would like to get started on my first wood working project. I would like get a checkout scheduled for the woodshop equipment. Is anyone available this week on Thursd… [Next page](https://talk.lansingmakersnetwork.org/latest.md?page=1)