Tiki Head – stacked model case study

Tiki Head – stacked model case study

I was recently asked to build a tiki head statue for a local restaurant. The lure of rum soaked drinks made the job hard to turn down. I figured my recently acquired CNC router made the task possible for me since I have no formal sculpture training. As with most...
My new favorite CNC router accessory

My new favorite CNC router accessory

Being a tinkerer, my wife often tries to surprise me with tools for gifts. Last Christmas she bought what has become my #1 favorite tool to use when working at the 4×8 CNC router. This nifty Rockwell Sonicrafter multitool is great for lots of oddball jobs where...
I like big bits and I can not lie

I like big bits and I can not lie

I had the opportunity to visit ShopBot headquarters a few months back. While chatting with their training master TJ, he bragged about his great big 2.5 inch fly cutter bit. I have to admit I was envious. My bit was half the size. I finally had the opportunity to pick...