Hack of the Week No.57

Yes... another Father's Day hack.  It's hard to resist the theme seeing as we are so close that special day.  Don't let that stop you from recreating this hack because this layout, or one like it, might be perfect as an award at your local rib festival or family cookout!

This "We love when Dad BBQs!" layout was created using models from these projects:

The font we used to simulate the v-carving on this layout is call:  GeoSlab 703

Note - This hack was assembled in Aspire V8 for presentation purposes.  It could have been done in VCarve Pro V8 or VCarve Desktop!!!  So many options

Why not hack together your own layout mixing and matching models form other projects or from your own library!  For some great inspiration check out our  hacks page!

Be safe and let the chips fly!

The Design and Make/CNCProjects Team

This years teachers gift will be something truly special!

Introducing our latest addition to the Project Shop...
School Days No.1

A possible layout... there are many, many more!

We bet you can remember at least one teacher from your past that really had an impact on your life.   Some teachers have that special gift and it sure would have been nice to give them something special in return.

This new project is filled with iconic symbols to help deliver that special message.  There is the school house, chalk board and the apple that hearken back to the old days but don't require a double take to understand their meaning.  The pencil and open book not only represent school but art, cooking and many more activities.  

Your local school would sure be excited to receive a new library sign or maybe a new learning tool to help children learn the days of the week.  This years teachers gift will bring special meaning when the recipient sees that it is customized with their name on it.  Maybe your crafts room at home needs a bit of signage so that the little creative hands know where to put things when its time to tidy up.  So many uses!

All 5 individual models.

Assembled layout.

Project Sheet

This project includes 5 models:

  • School House No.1
  • Chalk Board No.1
  • Open Book No.1
  • Pencil No.2
  • Apple No.1

Plus 1 Assembled Layout and Project Sheet for just $30.00!
 

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Above are a few other very quick layouts that just might get you inspired!

Hope you enjoy this project... comments welcome!

Be safe and let the chips fly!

The CNCminiProjects Team

Hack of the Week No.52 + Video

Every year a new batch of young and young at heart graduate form school of some sort.  More ready then ever to take on the challenges of the workforce and looking to change the world.  

This graduation plaque was created using models from these projects:

The font we used to simulate the v-carving on this layout is call:  Century

Note - This hack was assembled in Aspire V8 for presentation purposes.  It could have been done in VCarve Pro V8 or VCarve Desktop!!!  So many options.

A Little Something Extra

We created a 5min video showing you how we created this hack in Aspire V8 (using tools that are available in VCarve Pro v8 and Desktop with the exception of the Shadow Shaded view). 

If your new to using our projects in VCarve Desktop, VCarve Pro V8 or Aspire this will be worth the time to watch!

This hack was inspired by a hack submission by one of our Weekend CNC Warriors - Uncle Henry.  Schools end is almost here so it's the perfect time to start planning those graduation gifts.

"For this project, I used the diploma (from the Graduation Day No.1 project) and a model that came with Aspire.  I added a component to dish out the center added your model and v-carving.  I used a piece of walnut and simply sealed it (no stain) it turned out quite dark.  I used Testor's model airplane paint to fill in the v-carving in order to make them pop. I would advise using a piece of cherry instead but I didn't have a piece on hand. The v-bit for the small intricate lettering is 22 degrees. It does a great job but you need to be careful to limit the cut depth when you have thin areas. Simple but something a graduate can put on the wall at home or as a credential at work.Thanks for helping make these projects easy. 

After rouging with a 0.50 straight bit I used a 0.25 ball nose for the frame and background and a 0.125 ball nose for the diploma."

Why not hack together your own layout mixing and matching models form other projects or from your own library!  For some great inspiration check out our  hacks page!

Be safe and let the chips fly!

The Design and Make/CNCProjects Team