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Student Success Story!

From curiosity to custom clothing: How one UF student discovered sewing through the Marston Makerspace When John Irving Lucca walked into the Marston Makerspace during his first semester at UF, he felt apprehensive due to his perceived lack of skill. The junior sociology major only knew how to hand-sew, and…

Welcoming a Bernina L 890 to the Makerspace

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: thanks to the generosity of a longtime donor, our Makerspace now has a Bernina L 890! This is a professional-grade serger + coverstitch combo machine from a high-end Swiss company. The L 890 is known for its precision, speed, and versatility. It…

Sticker Design Contest!

The Makerspace is launching a student design competition to create original makerspace-themed stickers! These stickers will be used as promotional and engagement materials for tabling events, outreach, and in-space giveaways. Competition Details: Designs must be no larger than 3″ x 3″ of any shape Designs must be originals and not…

Sublimate Mugs and Tumblers!

Create a Custom Mug or Tumbler — On Us! Did you know the Marston Makerspace has a cylindrical heat press that lets you make custom sublimated mugs, tumblers, and more? This machine uses heat and special inks to permanently bond your design into the surface of a mug or cup,…

Spring Make and Take Crafts

The Makerspace offers a month-long walk-in craft, free of cost! Ever feel like making something, but you don’t know what to make? Need some creative stress relief? Just have some time to kill? Want to be in the Makerspace but don’t have anything to work on? Then come on…

Spring Semester Events!

Why not release stress with some crafts surrounded by others! Bring friends or even just come alone, this is the perfect place to meet new people. Located in L100 in the basement of Marston Library. We have some super cool Spring Semester events. Check them out below!  …

Hand Engraving in the Makerspace

Did you know that you can hand engrave in the makerspace? We have a rotary tool (often called a Dremel) and engraving bits available just for that! Hand engraving is a great way to personalize small objects, experiment with surface design, and add a custom touch to everyday items. Safety…

Solidarity Crafting

On November 13th, we partnered with Student Engagement and Warm Up America for a cozy, creativity-filled service event that brought students together to learn, create, and give back. Using a large donation of yarn from the former Smathers Libraries dean, Judy Russell, and Chair of Resource Description Services, Chelsea Dinsmore,…

Fall Semester Events!

The start of the school year can be so overwhelming… So why not release stress with some crafts surrounded by others! Bring friends or even just come alone, this is the perfect place to meet new people. Located on L100 in the basement of Marston Library. We have some super…

Fall Make and Take Crafts

The Makerspace is introducing a new hands-on experience for everyone to enjoy, free of cost! Ever feel like making something, but you don’t know what to make? Need some creative stress relief? Just have some time to kill? Want to be in the Makerspace but don’t have anything to work…