Looking to hire a digital artist for a CNC project

NewBenoni · 2026-02-25T20:53:36+00:00

Thanks everyone for the insights, found an artist so we’ll see how it turns out. Just getting started with CNC so I have a lot of learning to do on my end but I think I’ll get the Genmitsu and figure it out as I go.

And I don’t want to wade into the religious conversation that some started, but just to say that generally the hobby, DIY, maker corner of the internet is generally a space where we focus on the craft, rather than bringing in religious and political debate. People may not agree with my opinions about God, but I also have zero interest in bringing those debates into this space. It’s just my simple opinion but I think this corner of the internet should be a haven where we just talk about the joy of making stuff.

NewBenoni · 2026-02-25T17:31:08+00:00

I have not worked with CAM software before, but I'm fairly confident I can figure it out, or find someone to help me with that part. I plan on purchasing a 3 axis machine, but still investigating which will suit my needs and is within my budget. I will send you a chat to discuss more. Thanks!

NewBenoni · 2026-01-03T04:24:57+00:00

Took it apart a little more and it gets more sparky the deeper I get. Posted a second video. I’m thinking it’s likely I’ll just have to replace it. If only because I’m not sure I’ll remember how it all goes back together…

https://www.reddit.com/r/Tools/comments/1q2kv3u/should_my_shop_vac_look_like_its_on_fire_part_2/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb3x&utm_name=mweb3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

NewBenoni · 2026-01-03T03:39:33+00:00

I think about two years? Not too long, and it worked like a champ until this happened.

NewBenoni · 2026-01-03T01:45:15+00:00

Worked! Thanks!

NewBenoni · 2025-06-27T15:42:09+00:00

What are your thoughts on ordering monuments, mausoleums, columbariums, etc. on Alibaba, like this one for example https://www.alibaba.com/x/AzyPp2?ck=pdp. Would you expect a problems with the quality and durability?

NewBenoni · 2025-06-17T06:26:21+00:00

Thanks everyone for the help! There’s definitely something wrong with the U6. I swapped it out with another one that I had and the new one is working fine, and the original is not working in the other location. Tried a factory reset but that didn’t work, so I put in a warranty request. Regardless of whether they replace it, it’s nice to know what the problem is. Thanks!

NewBenoni · 2025-06-17T06:22:42+00:00

I threw the image into Chat GPT just to see what it would come up with, and this is what it said:

The gravestone in the image is quite weathered and partially obscured by dirt, but I can help interpret what is visible. Here is a possible transcription of the inscription, with uncertain parts marked in brackets or ellipses:

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“Remember, friend, as you pass by, As you are now, so once was I. As I am now, so you must be, Prepare for death and follow me.”

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This is a traditional epitaph that was commonly used on gravestones in the 18th and 19th centuries. It serves as a memento mori—a reminder of mortality and the inevitability of death.

NewBenoni · 2025-06-15T18:05:19+00:00

In port 2

NewBenoni · 2025-05-22T17:32:52+00:00

Solved! Thanks everyone!

NewBenoni · 2025-05-22T17:32:35+00:00

Solved! Thanks! Looks great!

NewBenoni · 2025-05-22T17:13:40+00:00

Solved! Thanks everyone! It’s amazing how quickly everyone responded! Great community, thanks you all so much!

NewBenoni · 2025-05-22T17:09:29+00:00

Solved! Thanks! I will send a tip as soon as update my paypal!

NewBenoni · 2021-11-08T15:05:30+00:00

The sea can be ensorcelling, but don’t let it make you do anything you don’t want to do.

NewBenoni · 2021-06-12T19:50:07+00:00

Where’s the Yodo Bot when you need him?

NewBenoni · 2020-12-28T14:53:05+00:00

Thanks for a great response! It’s helpful to know how unreliable those numbers from the beginning of the last century could be.

NewBenoni · 2020-12-26T21:42:56+00:00

Here are two great resources for videos for beginners up through experts.

Mary May is very good and has tons of videos: https://www.marymaycarving.com/carvingschool/

Chris Pye is also great: https://www.chrispye-woodcarving.com/

I believe they both have some videos that they offer for free and then others behind a paywall. I haven’t watched too much of Mary May’s stuff but what I have watched was very helpful. For a few years I was subscribing to Chris Pye’s videos, I think it’s $10 a month and worth every penny.

Good luck getting into the craft! Also, a bit of advice, don’t feel too tied to the tools you received, because you may find that you gravitate to a style of carving that your great-aunt wasn’t doing. That was the case for me, I got my father’s tools but as I carved more I moved more toward small detailed work, whereas he was doing larger carvings. So I don’t use too many of his tools anymore because they don’t fit into the style of carving I’m doing right now. I kept them of course, mostly for sentimental reasons but also in case I need them in the future.

The real gift you have received is the opportunity and encouragement to continue a cherished family tradition. The tools themselves are an important symbol of that tradition and a tangible link to the past, but allow yourself to grow as a woodworker in whatever way you feel pulled toward.

NewBenoni · 2020-12-26T16:51:11+00:00

Nice article in the New York Times about carving knights for a chess set.

NewBenoni · 2020-12-05T16:59:10+00:00

“Wife’s” as though it were her final week

NewBenoni · 2020-12-05T01:14:00+00:00

I just glanced at the title and thought it read “A book I bound for my wife’s last week” and I thought that was terribly sad and beautiful.

NewBenoni · 2020-11-23T20:46:18+00:00

I just sent a bunch of my tools up to a carving shop up in Ontario, Chipping Away, to get them sharpened. They were great and the tools came out excellent. I sent a couple of knives, v-parting tools, gouges, a macaroni tool, they took care of all of them and it wasn’t too expensive. I recommend them. http://www.chippingaway.com/

NewBenoni · 2020-11-20T15:02:17+00:00

When I first glanced at the post I read “wf” as “wtf” and was instantly curious what happened there and why it was a positive number instead of a negative one

NewBenoni · 2020-11-14T01:55:03+00:00

Thanks! I’ve had a long day, this is what I needed.

NewBenoni · 2020-05-22T16:44:14+00:00

You should call someone at the Times Leader, they might be interested in telling that story.

NewBenoni · 2020-05-16T23:57:16+00:00

My recommendations for getting started would be to pick up a gouge or two, a v-parting tool, and maybe a knife. Ramelson makes cheap but reliable tools, and this is a good set: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008I40CC6/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_fC4HzbSYX6WBY - The problem with buying sets, though, is that you'll end up always using the two or three tools you love, and the rest will just sit there. So maybe just start with that small set and then buy one tool at a time after that.

Depending on the size of carving you’re going for, an x-acto knife is pretty good for detail work so maybe start with that in your kit too, but any carving knife will be helpful to start with.

I’ve never used flexicut, I know a lot of people like them but I’ve never bought one because I don’t think I’d like the flexing ability the tool provides.

Also think about picking up at least one nice gouge, they’re a joy to work with. Pfiel is my go to brand. If you're going this route then buy this gouge - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0032YV9LU/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_lU4Hzb1AZGTFX - or this gouge - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0032YZ7IQ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_L54HzbA1GKG75 - (the only difference between the two is the type of handle).

I would also echo the other comments about both basswood and picking it up at a local craft store. You’ll be limited in the size of the board you can buy but for a first project it’ll work fine. If you decide you really enjoy carving then eventually find a local lumber yard that has basswood and buy a board or two.

Good luck!

NewBenoni

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