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Monthly Archives: December 2010
Designing a CNC Router
The design I’ve chosen for my machine consists of a series of C-shaped components that house aluminum angle to which skateboard bearings are attached that roll along two lengths of black steel 3/4″ pipe. Continue reading
Posted in Shop Talk
Tagged aluminum angle, linear bearings, medium density fiberboard, skateboard bearings, X-axis, Y-axis, z-axis
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Build Your Own CNC Router
I have wanted a CNC Router since the day I saw a video on the internet of one in action. Today I finally made up my mind to venture out and build one for myself. Continue reading
How to Sharpen Drill Bits
There are several types of drill bits, each made to do a different job, so it’s important to select the right bit for the job. Even the right bit won’t help much if it is not sharp. Continue reading
Posted in Shop Talk
Tagged bench grinder, fluted bit, how to sharpen a drill bit, twist bit, woodworking
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Circular Saw Repair
This morning I went into the shop to begin work on a new project. The air was cold and crisp, the temperature around 26 degrees, and the sun was shining brightly. I was inspired this morning to work on some … Continue reading
Posted in Home Repairs
Tagged cabinet doors, circuit breaker, circular saw, extension cord, porter cable, screwdriver
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Creating the Ribbon for the 24″ Ribbon and Bow Shelf
In this article, I will be walking you through the steps to layout and make the Ribbon for the shelf.
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Building the Supports for the 24″ Ribbon and Bow Shelf
In this article, I’ll explain how to create the pattern and cut out the shelf support pieces for th 24″ Ribbon and Bow shelf. Continue reading
How to Build a Ribbon and Bow Shelf
In this series of articles, I will be describing in detail how to build this 24″ Ribbon and Bow Shelf. This shelf can be built out of any suitable wood that is capable of being stained or painted. Continue reading
Posted in Wood Projects
Tagged board, building shelves, how to build, how to build a shelf, jig saw, mahogany, painted, poplar, poster board, random orbital sander, red oak, router, sabre saw, shelf, stained, wood, woodworking
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