As a new CNC hobbyist I really love the idea of using scraps to create the tea light holders. Your channel has been a great resource to help get me rolling on this journey. Looking forward to future content.
I have an XCARVE machine- 750mm X 750mm. I use long reach tools all the time. I also have upgraded the SNOT out of my machine. Longer depth on the Z axis, bigger motors, wider belts, etc. Long reach, deep depth tools work great if you know how to set up your speeds correctly.
Maybe you wouldn't pay it but that doesn't mean others wouldn't. Like I said, $50 is probably too low because of their material cost you'd have into it.
I think location is going to be key to what people pay for things. I live in rural South Texas, it's poor to maybe low middle class town of 1200. Have my own sawmill and very well equipped wood and metal working shop along with heavy equipment. Mill my own lumber from my ranch and have an endless supply of it. I could not sell none of what you make for your asking price. I would consider myself lucky to get half if that. I have to practically give my work away to get rid of it. I do like creating unique things and sometimes think about getting a web site of possibly get on Etsy but so far I have not. I like the idea of getting more customers eyes on it and a market with deeper pockets.
It is a good point! It's best to keep candles away from flammable material. You could put some sort of an insert as a safety measure or use battery operated lights with no flame
Andy, One thing I'd like to see is an info graphic (or video) with a calendar on when to build these, and when to bring to market. This subject in the video is great, but I doubt I could get enough time to bring these to market at this point.
Andy the rabbit holes i have been going through are absurd I currently dont have a CNC yet and have been researching everything from large to small what I need to what I might need Looking at manufacturers that have better warranties, better rigidity better software faster spindles ... ugh. Should i buy my second machine first buy once cry once I am sure I will enjoy it but taking that first step is a step I am super cautious about... In your opinion what would be the best second machine to navigate to I know I am asking the question that is probably unanswerable but I figured since I was watching your vids like a groupie. my current interest is between shapeoko, onefinity, altmill and Nextmill. Any ideas you have would be great. I know im asking the impossible but hey giving it a shot
If we're really lucky, one day we'll be able to eliminate human interference entirely. Just build an app that scours Etsy and other platforms for other peoples' products, (they probably copied them from someone else, so it's ok) and then digitally transfers that data to your CNC. Hook up a packaging machine at the end of your CNC, have it interface with your customer data, and farm out the shipping to a big corp. Before you know it, you're a woodworker.
Extra long bits tend to be incredibly fragile, you need to reduce your dept of cut per pass and slow the machine down. (easier to rough out with something like the bader or hog bits. and then use the extra length )
I put a longer bit in my CNC and got an error message, I cannot remeber the exact words but it was something to do with the Z height. I replaced the bit with a shorter one and the machine started working straightaway.
As a new CNC hobbyist I really love the idea of using scraps to create the tea light holders. Your channel has been a great resource to help get me rolling on this journey. Looking forward to future content.
Awesome! I'm glad you're finding the channel helpful.
I have an XCARVE machine- 750mm X 750mm. I use long reach tools all the time.
I also have upgraded the SNOT out of my machine. Longer depth on the Z axis, bigger motors, wider belts, etc. Long reach, deep depth tools work great if you know how to set up your speeds correctly.
I'm glad to hear your experience with long-reach tools. Thanks for sharing!
We make ornaments, but I use a 1/16 downcut bit from spetool, and it works out great. That tree would be cool with round wooden beads as the spacers.
I like the idea of round wooden beads, thanks for the tip!
Lots of ideas come to my mind when I see the products you make. I will make them in different shapes. Have a nice day
Fantastic!
As a monthly weekend warrior, these are great
Ideas. I love how you scale the difficulty levels! I’m going to make them all…when I find time.
Glad you enjoyed the video! Hopefully you get some time in the shop soon
Great video and thanks for taking the time to visit at the Texas Woodworking Festival.
It was great to see you there!
Bro, youre slightly disconnected thinking that santa tray would be 50 even worse 75. But I still love you!!!!! Thanks for the inspiration Andy!!
Maybe you wouldn't pay it but that doesn't mean others wouldn't. Like I said, $50 is probably too low because of their material cost you'd have into it.
I think location is going to be key to what people pay for things.
I live in rural South Texas, it's poor to maybe low middle class town of 1200.
Have my own sawmill and very well equipped wood and metal working shop along with heavy equipment. Mill my own lumber from my ranch and have an endless supply of it.
I could not sell none of what you make for your asking price. I would consider myself lucky to get half if that. I have to practically give my work away to get rid of it. I do like creating unique things and sometimes think about getting a web site of possibly get on Etsy but so far I have not. I like the idea of getting more customers eyes on it and a market with deeper pockets.
The tea lights holders look awesome! I would just worry about the relationship between wood and fire. Typically doesn't end up well.
It is a good point! It's best to keep candles away from flammable material. You could put some sort of an insert as a safety measure or use battery operated lights with no flame
Since I have so many scarp pieces laying around I think the tea candle designs would benefit me more. But all great ideas
Definitely can be a good use of scraps
The audio on this video sounds amazing. Keep doing whatever you did with your audio.
Thanks for the kind words!
I like the ornaments. People are tight for money, but a small ornament would fit into most people's budget.
They have a high profit margin as well!
Thank you Andy!
My pleasure!
Andy, One thing I'd like to see is an info graphic (or video) with a calendar on when to build these, and when to bring to market. This subject in the video is great, but I doubt I could get enough time to bring these to market at this point.
Christmas is on Decemer 25, most years. If you need that much instruction, perhaps try Uber. They tell you when to pick up the customer.
The first one and the last one. Thanks for sharing.
You bet! Glad you enjoyed it
Andy the rabbit holes i have been going through are absurd I currently dont have a CNC yet and have been researching everything from large to small what I need to what I might need Looking at manufacturers that have better warranties, better rigidity better software faster spindles ... ugh. Should i buy my second machine first buy once cry once I am sure I will enjoy it but taking that first step is a step I am super cautious about... In your opinion what would be the best second machine to navigate to I know I am asking the question that is probably unanswerable but I figured since I was watching your vids like a groupie. my current interest is between shapeoko, onefinity, altmill and Nextmill. Any ideas you have would be great. I know im asking the impossible but hey giving it a shot
If we're really lucky, one day we'll be able to eliminate human interference entirely. Just build an app that scours Etsy and other platforms for other peoples' products, (they probably copied them from someone else, so it's ok) and then digitally transfers that data to your CNC. Hook up a packaging machine at the end of your CNC, have it interface with your customer data, and farm out the shipping to a big corp. Before you know it, you're a woodworker.
Extra long bits tend to be incredibly fragile, you need to reduce your dept of cut per pass and slow the machine down. (easier to rough out with something like the bader or hog bits. and then use the extra length )
That makes sense. Thanks for sharing your experiences!
I put a longer bit in my CNC and got an error message, I cannot remeber the exact words but it was something to do with the Z height. I replaced the bit with a shorter one and the machine started working straightaway.