One of our members upgraded their 3D printer lighting with a WLED-powered LED strip on an ESP32-C3, powered via a buck converter from the printer's own supply. The highlight: an automatic progress bar animation every 30 seconds while printing. Logic runs in Node-RED, integrated with Home Assistant.

Our garden beds are thriving. One of our members has set themselves a fun challenge: growing every single bean variety from the board game Bonanza this year. The first plants are already coming up and with a bit of luck, harvest time won't be far off – plenty of gold coins to collect.

One of our members picked up a second-hand Empisal Knitmaster 600 and got it running. A few hurdles at first, but the fabric quality coming out of this vintage machine is really great. Old iron, new creations!

Our RC vehicle meetup has evolved into a drones and robots meetup. Members are working on flying drones, RC cars and all kinds of robot builds with different sensors and concepts. Next meetup is May 12, come work on your project or get inspired. Details: www.munichmakerlab.de/events

Our logo, with its mix of text and distinct colors, makes it a great candidate for technical tests. A member recently used it as a multi-color 3D print to experiment with slicer settings and optimize material usage, while still achieving a clean, good-looking result.

Ever wondered what CMYK printing looks like in 3D? There's an OrcaSlicer fork called FullSpectrum that lets you mix filament colors similarly to how inkjet printers mix CMYK inks. One of our members gave it a try using 3 glow-in-the-dark filaments + white as the key color Made with Snapmaker U1.

One of our members built this great ceiling-mounted print drying rack for printmaking with oil-based inks, which can take up to a week to dry. The rack is made from MDF, marbles, and 3D printed brackets. To hang a print, you lift a marble, slide in the paper and release

After our hot sauce tasting, a member organized an olive oil tasting at the lab. The challenge: do more expensive oils actually taste better? A very exclusive Italian oil, brought back directly from Italy by one of our members, took the crown. Time to place your orders before his next vacation.

One of our members hand-carved a linoleum printing block, printed every panel by hand,and assembled it into this stunning Día de los Muertos inspired lantern. Check out the great how to video from her on youtube: Hannah Rutledge Art - youtu.be/WXr1rqUcUQA

The Munich Maker Lab loves vending machines. One of our oldest ones offers small DIY kits to build blinking rockets and UFOs. We recently filled it up completely and now it's waiting for curious customers. Stop by and grab one!

Our good old Ultimaker Unlimited Z, a 3D printer capable of objects over one meter high, has found its final spot. It wasn't much used by members lately, so it now serves as a nice lighting object on the wall – a memory piece.

Get Started with Soldering at Munich Maker Lab! Join our hands-on workshop on the 22th of April and learn the basics of soldering by building fun electronic kits or small creatures made from recycled parts. No experience needed. Registration: munichmakerlab.de/events

Easter is once again the perfect occasion for another round of cute 3D prints. One of our members just printed these adorable little chicks – each guarding a chocolate treat. Design from: thangs.com/designer/LeH...

This new woklette didn't stay in its original state for long! The built-in temperature control just wasn't reliable enough for our members. They couldn't resist upgrading it and now it features full web control and a sleek interface, all thanks to a bit of creative vibe coding and maker spirit.

A member of Munich Maker Lab recently built an OpenTheremin with a friend based on some kit. The OpenTheremin is an open-source electronic instrument that uses hand gestures in the air to control pitch and volume through electromagnetic fields, much like the classic theremin.

This DIY CNC has been with us for years, but it turned out to be too tricky and hard to use, so it wasn't used much. We've now sold it to another maker and will free up the space to reorganize. Next, we'll bring in a different CNC from a member – less DIY and more practical for many people.

Garden season is just around the corner and we've got new plans! Our yard will soon feature more raised beds and climbing supports to help everything grow strong and tall. A classic card game inspired the choice of beans we'll be planting this year.

3D printing area grew to six printers. Added Bambu Lab P1S Lambu/Rambu over a years ago, speed game changer for big projects/prototyping (no unattended runs). Stats: Rambu (AMS) 2047h/3.9h d (07/24), Lambu 1348h/3.6h d (12/24). Older printers still nice for learning basics.

For the past few months, we've revived our classic Remote Controlled (RC) vehicle meetup format. Everyone interested with a vehicle needing repairs or plans for a new build is welcome. Join the next event on March 17th at 7 PM. Check all current events at munichmakerlab.de/events.

Bike repair is a regular topic in our workshop. Next to our solid bike stand and air pump, we now have a good basic repair kit again. One member also created a clear explanation sheet for the tools to help you get started.

New tool alert: We've got a borrowed screen printing machine in the lab. Now we can print on t-shirts, posters, stickers and more. A first workshop should be coming soon – stay tuned!

Last weekend at our community project day, one member spontaneously organized a Hot Ones hot sauce tasting and it was super fun. The sauces are now in our fridge for everyone to try – if you've always wanted a taste of the show's line-up, stop by. The crowd favourite was Chimichurri Habanero.

People often think a Makerspace is all about electronics, but at the our space, we also make things with fabric! Our members sew, knit and experiment with textiles using shared materials. We just added a great knitting guide from a book exchange, a perfect match for our hands-on library.

Right on time for Valentine's Day, we've hung up a new borrowed fairy light chain for a little test run. Now there are no more excuses not to have your next tinkering date at the Maker Lab: sipping a Spezi in a cozy corner while the romance slowly grows by itself inside the 3D printer.

One of our members really wants to explore stained glass art. She requested a glass grinder in the plenum to support her work. Her first projects are really amazing – check Hannah's account on Instagram or YouTube ("Hannah Rutledge Art"). She has also made a really nice how-to video.

Work safety is always an important topic in a workshop, but especially in an open workshop with many non-professionals. We are happy about a motivated member improving things practically, from better safety goggles, new table saw push blocks, info material and safety course.

The Energy for Ukraine team uses our workshop to recycle battery cells into rugged powerbanks for Ukraine's unstable power regions. Custom 3D prints with special filament, USB lights and LED displays make them tech highlights. Great for our members' battery recycling interests. energyforukraine.de

In our living room our flipper machine is the favorite – endless gaming fun and fascinating tech with all its cables, sensors, lights and mechanics. When a button broke and the controls failed a small group of our members fully repaired it. A great chance for some hands-on insights!

Recently, we saw a great example of solid repairability in action. Workshop vac "Saugewesen" cracked but fixed easily – parts from manufacturer, even for old gear, at fair price. Member repaired solo. Like new! Great repairability win.

Workshops usually aren't great places for pets – it's often loud, dangerous and not everyone is a fan. But sometimes leaving them alone at home isn't an option. Still, this little fluff seems to actually enjoy chilling in his tiny cave, even with all the activity around! #hackerspace #makerspace

The 39th Chaos Communication Congress (39C3) is still underway in Hamburg, packed with talks and discoveries. Some Munich Maker Lab members and friends from clubs like muCCC are onsite, while a decentralized streaming session runs in our lab via media.ccc.de – perfect for diving into topics together

Our CO₂ laser cutter just had maintenance – mirrors cleaned, optical parts recalibrated. More powerful output again, especially good for thicker material. Probably time to replace the mirrors soon. Just not sure when "steak" made it onto our material cheat sheet. #MunichMakerLab #MuMaLab

Our members are busy crafting Christmas gifts at the lab right now, like this self-made Schwibbogen. Stop by and see what's being created or start your own first project. #hackerspace #makerspace #openworkshop #MunichMakerLab #MuMaLab #Kreativquartier #Kreativlabor #DIYMunich #christmasgifts

Our Christmas decoration team really went all out. Two weeks ago, they had a sudden burst of creativity and turned the place into a festive wonderland. Look closely next to the blinky blinky Christmas tree you'll find plenty of little surprises hidden in Christmas style, scattered all around

Our Weldinger drill press has been with us for a few months and it's doing great! Adjustable speed, digital display, and cross-laser make it fun and precise to use. @munichmakerlab #hackerspace #makerspace #openworkshop #MunichMakerLab #MuMaLab #Kreativquartier #Kreativlabor #DIYMunich

Prototype paper towel holders used to break in the lab – but now we have solid wooden ones, handmade by a member. It's always great to see practical improvements taking shape in the makerspace. #hackerspace #makerspace #openworkshop #MunichMakerLab #MuMaLab #Kreativquartier #Kreativlabor #DIYMunich

A member at Munich Maker Lab is diving into machine embroidery – expect workshops on this creative craft soon! Whether you're new to textile making or curious about embroidery tech, stay tuned for upcoming hands-on sessions.

Full parking lot? Either giveaways or a club meeting! Welcome Milian, Adrian & Karl – our new board Thanks to David & the former board for their dedication. On the picture: Milian and Adrian. (Karl prefers the privacy)

Open Thursday from 6 pm at Munich Maker Lab – meet makers & projects. We recently revived an old video camcorder with burned transistors. Thanks to a public circuit diagram (yes, those once existed!) and some clever fixes, it works again. #makerspace #MunichMakerLab #DIYMunich #openThursday

Our big lasercutter is back in action – now with a brand new chiller. The new unit runs much quieter than the old one, and we hope it will last just as long. During the repair session, we got a rare look inside the machine and could check out the impressive laser tube – the real heart of our setup.

Laser cutter is down: cooling broke, motor capacitor blew, pump's worn out, with some parts from 1998. We skipped repairs – a new chiller's coming soon for better efficiency and a longer-lasting laser. But never forget: The ways of the laser are mysterious. ;-)

A forgotten custom power supply project based on the RD6006 was rediscovered during our recent cleanup. One of our members took up the challenge and transformed the leftover parts into a functional, mobile PSU for the space, reusing available materials and 3D printing needed components.

Cleanup day recap: homemade pizza, upgrades, and a magically clean white couch (no clue how it got here – but it's cozy)!

On our last project and improvement day – we wanted to refresh our firewood storage at no cost. With the different types of recycled wood we used, it now has a more interesting look than expected.

Help the Munich Maker Lab win! We’re taking part in a community contest and every vote counts — you can vote once each day. It’s totally free: just follow this link web.meinverein.de/profile/96204 , press the vote button, and you’re done. Thanks — see you at the Lab!

As a kid, there were things we always wanted but could never have. Now, we don't even have to buy them – we can just 3D print them! <3 In this episode: a box of Poké Balls for a Pokémon-themed hackathon. Let the hunt begin!

In our Maker Lab, the kitchen is an essential part of our community culture – right now, we are lucky to have a member who is motivated to prepare meals for larger groups, which is well received by the Maker team. Our self-grown tomatoes from the yard have also been put to use.

A member recently brought some interesting kids' toys to the lab. These are the kinds of serious real-world challenges we enjoy hacking during our open Thursdays. With enough patience, we're hoping to see a working light controller made from these toys in the near future.

Colorful fairy lights are now permanently installed in the Munich Maker Lab yard – they’re automated with our Home Assistant and switch on at sunset when the space is open. The lights make our yard more visible and inviting for visitors in the evening.