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Aug 10 •
Ouch
Some days it's better to just leave the shop and have a cocktail. Today is one of those.
1 like • Aug 15
Fixed it fortunately it was a shallow cut took about an eighth off and sanded it up. Used my cnc like a router sled just sat there with the control pad and cut it down in 4 passes. Good thing I try to start the boards at 1 3/4" thickness leaves me room for days like that.
Jul 31 •
Inspiration
Hey everyone! My name is Trevor Short. I am excited to join this community and wanted to share my inspiration. I am still very new to woodworking but not new to working with my hands. I have been working with Leather the last three years and I been wanting to do projects with wood and leather. Some big inspiration I’ve grown up with is music and machines. I have been playing guitar for over 20 years now and I have been a machinist for about 8 years now. At home I have a shop with a laser, a lathe and plan to get a CNC machine soon. My goal is to start making guitars and apply all the materials and skill I’ve learned to make masterpieces. However I’m still learning. I really look forward to getting some feedback on my project to better myself. Attached is a cribbage board I made for my Pop’s for Father’s Day and I can’t help but think how cool it would be if it was made with hardwood. I will probably make something similar in the future. Look forward to chatting with everyone. Thanks
2 likes • Aug 1
I would look at altmill or Shapeoko. I have an older Shapeoko 3xxl I bought used and it has been great to learn on. I really like the altmill and was convinced that was the one to get when ready to upgrade but my experience with Shapeoko has been amazing. Their customer support is like no other company I've dealt with. Remember I bought it used and they treat me like I'm the number one customer. Seriously. I had some issues along the way with setup and maintenance. And sent emails requesting information usually on weekends when I have the chance to play in the shop. I kid you not I get responses back within hours. They have even called and walk me through some steps on a Sunday evening. That kind of support makes it really hard to not be a customer. The whole package Shapeoko does from the machine to software and support takes a pretty complex operation and makes it fun and pretty easy to learn. I have heard good things about Altmill as well so you probably won't go wrong with either.
Jul 31 •
New to woodworking
I am kinda overwhelmed, Just trying to find out where to start. I made 2 lights for my kitchen and dining table.
4 likes • Jul 31
I overthink all the time and it just stops me in my tracks sometimes Couple things to remember 1. It won't ever be perfect even the makers that are true artisans have hidden issues they're just way better at hiding or fixing them 2. Wood is never wasted if you learn something. I especially struggled with this when I started with good hardwood 3. It's only wood. Yeah it's not cheap sometimes but it is only wood. Nobody dies 4. Probably the most important thing, nobody that actually makes anything will criticize you for trying. Maybe tips and offer to give constructive if you want it. The people online that are viciously criticizing are the ones that couldn't make poop if you fed them sour kraut and sausage with a side of Exlax
Jul 21 •
“I Swear I’m Woodworking” Selfie Challenge – Win $100! ☕📸
Let’s keep this one easy and fun. Snap a selfie in your shop — even if you’re just sipping coffee, staring blankly at your wood pile, or contemplating a glue-up that’s taking way too long to dry. We’re not judging productivity. We just want proof that you swear you’re woodworking. 😂 📌 How to Enter: • Post your selfie inside the group, or in the comments below. • Add a short caption if you’d like! Humor encouraged. 📅 Deadline: August 3, 2025 🏆 Prize: $100 Sawinery gift card Winner announced in 2 weeks!
6 likes • Jul 31
I'm attempting to woodwork. lol. Building a miter station. Hopefully can get this mess cleaned up.
Jul 2 •
Turns out nightstands are way more technical than a bed!
Not bad for a first time but it's wobbly and I have a gap on two of the joints. Oh well I guess this one will be on my side of the bed. Lol. Hopefully the next one will go better
3 likes • Jul 4
@Rich Murphy legs were exactly the same length before I assembled. I think something got twisted a bit when I put the bottom shell in then attached the box. Gotta make another so I'll see if I can catch it in advance this time.
3 likes • Jul 7
@Rich Murphy thanks but I can't claim the design. Bought the plans from four eyes furniture.
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@casey-tubbert-8481
Only been at it a couple years. Getting the basics down and ready to take it to the next level
Active 45d ago
Joined Jun 19, 2025
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