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Lady Crockett Crafts
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Добавлен 4 ноя 2018
Lady Crockett Crafts explores crafting techniques and creates tutorials utilizing the Glowforge laser printer and Silhouette Studio Business Edition design software. Come learn and explore with me!
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If my videos help you, please consider using my referral code to purchase your Glowforge by clicking here glowforge.us/r/ALZXLFFY
You save $500 off a Pro, $250 off a Plus, or $100 off a Basic and I get the same to keep creating!
To learn more on Facebook join us at groups/GFusingSS/
To see my crafts follow me on Instagram @ladycrockettcrafts
Making a Layered Mandala using Silhouette Studio and Glowforge
Using Silhouette Studio Business Edition to create a layered mandala file for cutting with the Glowforge. Some of the skills shown in Silhouette Studio include- offset, subtract, trace, bring to front, center, change colors, and change cut line color. For the Glowforge I pre-paint the material then mask the wood before cutting the mandala layers. Some of the Glowforge skills include- score, ignore, cut, and troubleshooting. See how this project turns out! Please forgive my Southern pronunciation of "mandala" :D
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You save $500 off a Pro, $250 off a Plus, $125 off a Basic and I ge...
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You save $500 off a Pro, $250 off a Plus, $125 off a Basic and I ge...
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Making a Garden Stake / Plant Marker Using Glowforge Laser and Silhouette Studio
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.4 года назад
Ready to PLANT yourself in front of a Glowforge? STAKE claim to one by clicking this link to save on your purchase glowforge.us/r/ALZXLFFY You save $500 off a Pro, $250 off a Plus, $125 off a Basic and and I get the same to keep creating and making terrible puns! But wait there's more! :D From 8/6/21-9/6/21 there is also a 40% off coupon for Glowforge's Proofgrade materials when purchasing a Pr...
Mother's Day Keychain using the Knockout Method with Silhouette Studio and Glowforge
Просмотров 20 тыс.4 года назад
Learn how to create this popular Mother's Day design that can be used for vinyl crafting or for cutting and/or engraving using the Glowforge laser. This will show you how to do the Knockout method in Silhouette Studio and how to set the file up for use with the Glowforge laser. I use the Glowforge Medium Clear Acrylic for my keychain. Ready to buy a Glowforge? Please consider using my referral ...
How to assemble the blast gate for Glowforge 3D Laser Printer
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.4 года назад
Follow up to my Glowforge setup video, how to assemble the optional blast gate to the back of your Glowforge laser to block off the outside from your machine when it is not in use. Blast gate can prevent moisture and bugs from getting into your machine due to it being venting out a window. Find the blast gate file here for Glowforge Owners (Credit to DaveStruve) community.glowforge.com/t/glowfo...
Craft Room and Glowforge Laser Printer Setup with Inline Fan Install
Просмотров 36 тыс.4 года назад
Tour my craft room and learn about my Glowforge and how to install the AC Infinity Cloudline S6 Inline Fan. If you want to know how to make the Glowforge quieter then getting an inline fan is the answer! Want to know how to reduce the smell from the Glowforge, then the inline fan can help with that too! Need a Glowforge for your craft room? Yes! :D Please consider using my referral code to purc...
Glowforge Laser Premium Trial and New Features in the Glowforge User Interface
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.4 года назад
Testing out the new features available in Glowforge Print and taking the Glowforge Premium features for a trial run. If you don't have design program experience in Silhouette Studio (or Inkscape, Adobe Illustrator, AutoCad, Affinity Designer, Cricut, etc.), Glowforge Premium offers millions of images, text with tons of fonts, outline offsets, and image manipulation such as mirroring. It could b...
Cleaning the Glowforge 3D Laser Printer
Просмотров 35 тыс.4 года назад
Gain the confidence you need to stop putting off cleaning your Glowforge laser. Cleaning the Glowforge is one of the first troubleshooting steps to take when materials are not cutting/engraving as you expect. * Supplies used: Canned air, glass cleaner, microfiber cloth, Zeiss lens wipes, Simple Green, Glowforge "blue thing", straw brush * Link to GF cleaning manual (owner's access only): glowfo...
Laser Engraving Street/ Road Maps with the Glowforge using Silhouette Studio
Просмотров 47 тыс.4 года назад
In this video I use Google Maps to create a custom road map for the city and state of interest, then use Silhouette Studio to trace the map and add text. The Silhouette Studio file can then be saved as an svg for cutting and engraving with the Glowforge laser. Materials used- White board/ Marker board from Home Depot, this is the slick dry erase type board, I believe this is it here tinyurl.com...
Acrylic engraving for LED light base using Glowforge laser and Silhouette Studio
Просмотров 6 тыс.4 года назад
Designed in Silhouette Studio Business Edition then engraved and cut the acrylic using my Glowforge laser. I use this as a "Now Recording" light when making RUclips videos and have it programmed to my Google Home device. These would make great night lights too! The end of the video also demonstrates how to curve text in Silhouette Studio- Jump to 9:28 (I have a new program and headset for audio...
Nesting for Glowforge and Silhouette Studio
Просмотров 7584 года назад
Quick tip: How to quickly and easily get as much use out of your material space as possible by utilizing the Nesting feature in Silhouette Studio. Please subscribe so you can catch my future videos AND if you wanna be awesome like Katie K please consider using my referral code to purchase your Glowforge by clicking here glowforge.us/r/ALZXLFFY You save $500 off a Pro, $250 off a Plus and I get ...
Tracing Handwriting in Silhouette Studio to Engrave with Glowforge
Просмотров 11 тыс.5 лет назад
Learn how to trace handwriting in Silhouette Studio to create beautiful custom engraved items using the Glowforge laser. Haven't ordered your Glowforge yet? Please consider using my referral code to purchase your Glowforge by clicking here glowforge.us/r/ALZXLFFY You save $500 off a Pro, $250 off a Plus, $125 off a Basic and I get the same to keep creating! But wait there's more! :D From 8/6/21...
Calculating and adjusting kerf for Glowforge using Silhouette Studio
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.5 лет назад
How do you make your pieces fit tightly together? Short video on kerf adjustments. TIP: Test kerf before cutting the whole file to save material from being wasted. A lot left uncovered on this topic, but hopefully still helpful for basic understanding. Please consider using my referral code to purchase your Glowforge by clicking here glowforge.us/r/ALZXLFFY You save $500 off a Pro, $250 off a P...
Inlaying words using the Knockout method with Silhouette Studio and Glowforge
Просмотров 8 тыс.5 лет назад
Demonstrating how to inlay one word/shape into another so all pieces lie flat on the same plane. Technique demonstrated is known as the "Knockout method" in Silhouette Studio lingo. This technique that can be used for the popular large last initial and last name signs, making custom ornament designs, and countless other applications! Jump to Knockout Method 6:35 New laptop and editing software,...
Glowforge Christmas Project- defocusing laser and Silhouette Studio tools
Просмотров 4,6 тыс.5 лет назад
Any time of the year is a great time to plan and create for Christmas when you're a crafter! Learn how to make a personalized snowflake ornament using Silhouette Studio, Glowforge laser, and clear acrylic material. Glowforge- Defocusing laser for smooth engraving, engraving settings, cutting and engraving. Silhouette Studio- replicate tool to mirror and duplicate, turning on center of rotation....
Glowforge without Crumb tray
Просмотров 14 тыс.5 лет назад
UPDATE- Glowforge has made improvements to this process that make it much easier! Check out the Tracing Handwriting video for more details! If you're a GF owner, learn more about the new method here: community.glowforge.com/t/using-set-focus-with-material-over-5-no-tray/39537 Demonstrating how to set up your Glowforge to engrave a project without the crumb tray in the bottom. Silhouette Studio ...
Desk Organizer with Glowforge and Silhouette Studio
Просмотров 6955 лет назад
Desk Organizer with Glowforge and Silhouette Studio
Cutting and Engraving using Silhouette and Glowforge
Просмотров 16 тыс.5 лет назад
Cutting and Engraving using Silhouette and Glowforge
3D Engraving with Glowforge using Silhouette Studio
Просмотров 11 тыс.5 лет назад
3D Engraving with Glowforge using Silhouette Studio
Great video 😊
Thank you so much!!!! You’re video helped me so much, you are the best 💚
Aw thanks for the kind words, glad it helped you!
Thank you so so much! This was very helpful and I got my glowforge all cleaned :)
😀 happy lasering!
Prying the timing bet off the wheel is not a good idea. It will eventually lead to stretching the belt. It is better to use an Allen wrench (2.5 or 3mm) to loosen the wheel and let it slide toward the left to remove tension and allow the belt to fall off. Reverse to put the belt on.
Yes, that is another way of doing it that users may want to consider so thanks for the detailed information. My instructions are from the Glowforge user manual but other methods, such as the one you mentioned, are often used with success too. Some people have issues using the Allen wrench method and not being able to get the belt taut again, for anyone considering between the two ways. I have not damaged mine with the videoed method in the 4 years having my GF fwiw. It slides off rather easy because it isn't really prying, it's just getting the belt off track as it turns naturally.
Fantastic
Thank you so much!
Hello, do you know if I can connect the inline fan to a fume extractor? I don't have the option to vent outside & the fume extractor I have isn't strong enough by itself to extract all the fumes.
Sorry, I am not familiar with using a fume extractor.
I can tell right now that I will be looking at this again. Hopefully I will get the hang of it soon. It's very simple after all.
Hello, love your videos they are alway so helpful!! I'm really struggling with making my glowforge recognize what parts need to be cut and which need to be engraved. But everytime I upload my svg files that I've converted to svg from Silhouette Business edition my glowforge only recognizing them to cut. and I know I can just change it in the glowforge software but some of my files i'd like to sell and I'd prefer them to be color coded so it is clear to whomever purchases my files what the design was meant to look like without confusion for them.
Most files I have purchased come with a separate file with the instructions indicating to the purchaser which color should be set to cut, engrave, score. I have some also where they add text on the file in a 4th color that the purchaser can opt to delete or ignore when sending it to the GF. Also, sometimes if the area for engraving is filled in on your file it will auto recognize that to engrave when imported. Shapes with just an outline and no fill should be recognized for cutting. There may be some complications getting it to auto recognize though if you have multiple layers of cutting and engraving on top of each other. One of the first two options is probably best, but experiment with your particular file. Hope this helps!
This is my first time cleaning because I’ve been scared to do it with Christmas orders. My print head is covered in Mdf dust. How could I clean that?
I wipe mine down gently with a warm damp rag to get most of it off the outside then clean as in the video for the internal parts. I will also wipe down the outside of the head again if needed at the end with an alcohol wipe.
@@LadyCrockettCrafts ok. Thank you so much!
Thank you! I also watch this with every cleaning.
☺️ Glad you find it helpful! Thank you ☺️
thank you so much for this clear video. I have had my glowforge for many years and my husband always has to put the belt back on because I couldn't figure it out. Your video made it so easy!!!
Love to hear it! This reminds me, mine is due after this Christmas rush!
Thank You! Is there any difference between cleaning the Pro and the other Glowforges?
I believe they are all set up the same. The back of the machine where the exhaust comes out may look different now.
@@LadyCrockettCrafts I can't thank you enough for how easy you made this for me. Thank you for all of your time for these videos. They are a lot easier to understand than the GF ones.
Amazing!
I probably missed something. When you did the name you have it in the red outline. I get that for where you want to cut or engrave. But when I do the subtract. I lose the red around the city and state. Any ideas?
Hi Lisa! Great video! Thank you! ImagR and Glowforge Pro newbie here. Getting married on Saturday and wanting to put engagement pics on 1/8 proof grade acrylic for a lighted table signs and have a couple of questions. 1) I like the results of the "see on material" views after using the software and reducing the gamma on settings but hat DPI, LPI and glowforge settings should I set for speed, power etc? 2) To mask or not to mask? 3) Which CO2 setting is best or should I select another? 4) Why did downloaded .png print the square and not just the cropped circle below? (Imag-r question). Thank you in advance for your speedy replies. It's crunch time! John
Hey there, I am not sure I can help with these specific questions as I am not Lisa 😁
Thank you for the tutorial! I used it and it worked for me on my cameo.
Thank you for this tutorial! You made it so much easier for me!
Glad to hear it, thanks for watching! 🙂
I've done everything identically to you, any tips on why when I saved it as an svg in Silhouette Studio and then uploaded to GF the MOM letters are just outlined? I made them the color black. I'd like for them to be engraved, but it looks like it's just going to engrave the outline of the letters...? Thanks!
Glowforge updated the user interface since this video. If it is showing outline in blue when you upload the file, then that should indicate it is going to engrave correctly. I suggest trying one before running a batch to be sure!
hello!! thank you for making this video! what if I am trying to fit two pieces that aren't square (i.e. abstract circle) how does kerf come into play with those types of shapes?
Finally tried it engraved settings and YES it worked so well
Brilliant video, easy to follow, nice clear instructions - my stakes look great - thank you!
I am still having the dotted lines when uploading to GF. Where did you upload the LLAMA from, your library or your downloads? I am not sure what I am doing wrong. I am uploading from downloads already as SVG (purchased in Sih design store) and then I trace, delete the old one and then do your steps. Still dotted when I upload =( I am not getting the error that says it will be dotted but it still loads dotted.
The current Glowforge interface uses red dotted lines until you select a material. It doesn't sound like you are having an issue with the SVG itself, so make sure you've made a selection for your material then the lines will turn solid. Also make sure it is in the printable area, not too far off to the sides or it will show as dotted. Let me know!
Just a handy tip if you don't have an adapter that fits your hose perfectly. I see a lot of 3D printed ones that address this problem and I see a lot of videos of people using ugly aluminum tape by the pound. Don't tape it AFTER you connect, tape the male adapter end BEFORE with blue painters tape. The simple answer to most of these misfitting hose to coupler is just build up about 1/4" of blue painters tape on the male end of any duct adapter, now slide the hose over the tape and, poof, perfect fit. In many case, don't worry about the clamps, just put enough blue tape on the adapter to it fits super snug, but if you want to clamp, you have this nice semi solid seal of the blue tape. All this talk about gaping of the hose when you clamp is taken care of.
Thanks for sharing!
Great video and I was able to get the Glowforge squeaky clean. However, I had trouble putting the belt back on. Everyone in our family tried getting the belt back on following the official Glowforge instructions, and we were all unable to replace the belt. Finally found another video that shows you can get the belt back on by loosening the right wheel with an allen wrench, replacing the belt, and then tightening the right wheel again. That step can save a lot of headaches if you just can't get the belt back on after cleaning the fan. Otherwise, your video was great and gave me the confidence I needed to clean my Glowforge.
That's a method many people use also! If you ever have issues with your lines looking squiggly be sure to recheck that wheel to make sure it is keeping the right tension on the belt. That's the only issue I've heard of using that method. Whatever method works for you, it's such a relief to get it back on! 😅
Thank you!
You're welcome 😀
Thanks a lot! very usefull. bless
Hi. Thank you for sharing all of these. I find it very helpful. What thickness of the mdf board that you used? Do you have a recommendation for this?
I believe this project was the 1/8" which is the Medium proofgrade. I think it depends on how thick you want your final project to be or how many layers you want to stack. Thicker material or more layers means a thicker and heavier final project of course. Hope that helps!
@@LadyCrockettCrafts Thank you
Amazing video! Thanks so much. It was very helpful and answered a bunch of my questions.
Fabulous video! I really appreciate the detailed explanation. This has made me feel so much more comfortable with cleaning my GF. Can you please tell me - you mention to be careful of print head when removing and re-inserting the crumb tray. Is there a reason why not to remove the print head first?
I like to go ahead and remove the crumb tray so that I have a place to put my print head once I take it off and also so that I can continue from there to go ahead and remove the platform to get to the air assist fan. That was the order of the glowforge manual suggested so I've continued to do it that way. Of course there are times when I just do a quick clean of the print head lenses and for that I do not remove the crumb tray. I hope this answers your question! 😀
Can you add color to the back of the keychain
Yes! See what look you like the most, but I have used oil based paint pens to fill in the engraving from the back side. I have also applied vinyl to the front before. I've seen other ppl use resin too
BEST Glowforge cleaning video ever! Amazing details and instructions. Thank you!!!
Thank you so much for the kind feedback 😊
Thank you soooooo much!!!
You do a wonderful job teaching! Thank you so much.
It looks like Google changed its interface, everything is different, can you update for the new version?
In the meantime, you can click the blue link at the bottom that says "No thanks, take me to the old style wizard"
@@LadyCrockettCraftsthanks so much, it worked!
Awesome video! Great and simple idea.. Thanks! Have you ever done an actual photo on something like this?
Thanks for watching! No, I still haven't gotten into doing photo engraves. I'm not sure if this would be the best material for it or not. If you experiment, let me know! 😁
This video was a lifesaver for me. I’m new to this craft and was having such a hard time figuring out how to make all of the different layers work properly. Thank you so much!
Awesome! Welcome to the Glowforge World 😁
Hello thank you so much for this video. I created a great ornament of my grandson recently by "HAPPENSTANCE" and could never create it again. I have a few request but I don't remember what to do. I have a question tho, does this apply to pictures that have a lot of background images as well?
If I'm understanding correctly, yes. If you use a photo you will likely need a separate cut file. If you have GF premium you can create the cut outline there.
no need to use chemicals to clean. Free and clear baby wipes works amazing! :)
how do you get your crumb tray so clean?!
haha well at this point it hadn't been used that much is the reason it's so clean :) I don't have a good method to recommend unfortunately. I know there are several methods floating around the GF community though. The chore is in cleaning it without causing rust and I don't want to recommend anything that I haven't tested multiple times.
Great video! Can’t wait to try it out. I have a question though….I received my Pro in April of this year (2021) and my top speed for engraving is listed as 1000. In this video your top speed was (Beta) 4000. Maybe they decided not to release this upgrade to the general user?
The file type determines the max engrave speed with raster bitmap files maxing at 4000 and vector files max at 1000. The faster engrave speeds will also reduce your useable space so keep that in mind too if you need to engrave over a large area. Thanks for watching!
@@LadyCrockettCrafts that explains it! Thanks!
Hello I tried it and it worked thanks
Love to hear it!
Thank you finally a clear explanation. Your the best
Until today I am not decided to buy a Glowforge but after I saw some of your video tutorial i bought a Glowforge Pro right now!!! Thanks!!!
Awesome!! I am glad my tutorials helped you make your decision 😁 Also, please be sure to use a discount code from a Glowforge owner to save $500 on your Pro. If you don't have one from a friend already, you can use mine and yes you can still apply a code even if you've already bought it (that's what I had to do). So exciting and welcome to the Glowforge World!
I just got notified you did use my referral link, thank you sooooo much!!
Thank you for posting this Glowforge video! I appreciate your help! Stay healthy and safe! Tricia
Where is that blue thing for removing the lens?
It comes with the Glowforge
@@LadyCrockettCrafts thank you,even after cleaning the whole thing,the camera isn’t taking pictures.
You Rock !!! thanks for putting out this video , quick question so are we suppose to keep track of the usage for every cut so we know when 4j0 hours is ?
If you follow the 40 hrs they recommend, then yes you have to keep up with it on your own because unfortunately there is no feature currently to see your runtime. I usually do it when my cut fails to go all the way through or otherwise every few weeks.
@@LadyCrockettCrafts thank you for taking the time to answer
But what about cutting?
The Glowforge can only cut up to 1/4" so there's no need to take out the crumb tray for cutting
Is the I Love Glitter font the only one that you can use to do the attached heart? Or is there another hack for using with other fonts to get the attached heart?
There are other fonts that include heart glyphs too. The other I use often is called Oh Juliya, it is a bit thicker too.
Have you tried to invert it so that you cut out the spaces but leave the roads?
No I haven't cut out any, bit I'd probably make the lines thicker before cutting if I ever do.
Another great tutorial! Thank you! Binge watching all your videos….getting nothing done today! Lol
Hahaha love it!