Sometimes you just need to make a quick project to clear your head. In this case I thought I would make a very quick project while some other projects were curing or glue was setting. For this I wanted to try out the Rockler Travel Mug kit. This kit has …
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Cool Stuff From Other Makers #7
On today’s cool stuff from other makers I thought you guys would want to get a bit mechanical. With a hand build tiny electric boxer engine that really works. Then a bit old school with building a viking house with only hand tools. Photo video credit: Maker BThis I thought …
Read More »Making A Custom Chess Board Box
Sometimes you must make a project that you feel presses your skills as a maker. This can be trying a new technique or to try a new piece of equipment or even a process or project that might feel like it is outside of your skill set. To improve your …
Read More »i2R-8 (Imagination 2 Reality) CNC Review
(Update: If you guys are looking to get an awesome cnc machine like the i3R-8 in this review chick the link and use code JPAYNE10 at check out and save $200 on the i2R-8 from i2rcnc.com) CNC MACHINES! Like them or not they are one tool that in you shop …
Read More »Making A Pen Out Of Coffee Beans
Coffee most think of a refreshing drink with a little kick or of a morning necessity. Some people can’t even operate properly without it. Some like there coffee hot, some like it cold. No matter how you drink your coffee most people have never thought of being able to write …
Read More »FROM TRASH TO TREASURE TURNING A MISTAKE INTO SOMETHING AMAZING
As a woodworker and content creator one thing I can tell you is I make mistakes while building a project. Yes I said it I make mistakes. Bookmark this as you might not ever hear me say it again (insert awkward laugh). When mistakes are made you wind up usually …
Read More »Making A LED Memorial Flag Case
It is that time of year that we think of all of the things this country has been through. July 4th is the day we here in the U.S. celebrate our independence. This among with all of the freedoms we here take advantage of on a daily basis is forged …
Read More »Cool Stuff From Other Makers #6
Today on Cool Stuff From Other Makers we have an awesome epoxy driftwood vase. Some cool bamboo art and also a great looking plywood conference table. If you are like me and love seeing cool projects with epoxy this is one you will not want to miss. From The Pohl …
Read More »Unboxing The i2R 8 CNC
If you have kept up with my projects for any time at all you know I am a massive gadget guy. I love new technology and tools. Some see these as a detachment from the past or “pure” woodworking. My thoughts are that they only enhance the quality and shear …
Read More »New Tiny Home/ Shop Tour and Plans, Moving The Loft
So if the news is not out yet I am super excited to announce that I will be moving into a new shop soon. If you did not know I have been working out of an 8ft by 12ft shop for the last few months. Working out of such a …
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