About MaKinita

Small machines, big ideas.
Makinita was born from curiosity, engineering, and a love for making things. The idea of designing, printing, and sharing 3D models has been around for more than a decade.
Today, Makinita stands at the intersection of creativity, technology, and craft — with a playful spark at its core.

Who we are

Behind Makinita is Giovanni López, a Mexican engineer living in Switzerland.
He’s a mechanical engineer and data professional — working in data engineering, analytics, and architecture — with a lifelong passion for materials, design, and machines.
That mix naturally led him into the world of 3D printing: where ideas turn into real, tangible things.

The name Makinita comes from the Spanish máquinita — meaning “little machine.” It reflects our philosophy perfectly: even a small machine can create big, useful, and joyful things.

The team includes:

  • Lumina von Ebnet, our creative director, who shapes Makinita’s visual and conceptual identity.

  • Laila Salmerón, digital marketing and social media specialist, connecting our creations with the community.

  • Sidney Schmid our sales agent, always ready to help customers find the right piece or bring a custom idea to life.

How we work

For the past four years, we’ve been exploring and experimenting with 3D printing — mainly using QIDI printers, which we believe offer the best combination of quality, reliability, and customer support.
We print using FDM technology (Fused Deposition Modeling), where a plastic filament is melted and deposited layer by layer to form an object. The process is precise, versatile, and ideal for prototypes, toys, and functional parts.

We design primarily in Fusion 360, our preferred CAD tool for creating accurate and original models.
Most of Makinita’s products are fully original designs, made from scratch. When we use external or community models — especially for popular items — we always credit the original creator and respect the licensing terms.

Materials

Our main printing material is PLA (Polylactic Acid) — a bio-based plastic made from corn or sugarcane. It’s environmentally friendly, strong, and ideal for most everyday applications.
We also work with other materials, depending on the project:

  • PETG – more flexible and heat-resistant

  • TPU – rubber-like and elastic

  • ABS – tough and mechanically strong

  • CF (Carbon Fiber) – reinforced filament for high-rigidity, performance parts

Each material has its own personality, and choosing the right one is part of the fun.

What we offer

Makinita offers both ready-made products — from fidgets and playful designs to functional household tools — and custom 3D printing and modeling services.
We help turn ideas into real objects: whether it’s something practical for your home or a custom part for sports or technical gear.
Every print carries a touch of engineering, creativity, and curiosity — the essence of what Makinita is all about.