One of the things missing from my Workshop at LHV is a laser. I’ve gotten used to being able to use the one at HIW for making jigs, various engraving projects, and even cutting thin wood and acrylic for various projects. Prices have fallen and capabilities have increased on inexpensive … Continue reading
Category Archives: Family
Fun Nightlight!
As a birthday present for our granddaughter, I thought it would be fun to try an Edge Lit 3D nightlight. The piece is made from clear acylic, etched on the back side with a diamond tipped scribe driven by my CNC router. The base has a row of variable color … Continue reading
New type of 3D sculpture using Laser.
I recently saw a technique where a laser was used to ‘erode’ a wooden board to effectively make a 3D sculpture. Naturally I had to try it so after a bit of experimenting and a lot of support from the Lightburn forum, I was able to make this sculpture. I … Continue reading
Fun new way to use Laser!
I have seen a number of posts with people experimenting with etching stones with lasers and had to try it. As it turns out, Slate is ideal for engraving! The material blasts away leaving a white powdery well that has excellent contrast with the surrounding gray stone. I made a … Continue reading
Christmas 2020
In keeping with tradition, here are a selection of photos of things I made as Christmas presents this year, starting with the ornaments… Next, the ‘usual’ collection of gifts… For Kerry, I made a large, shallow bowl I’ve been wanting to make for some time. I had to wait until … Continue reading