This month's post is an attempted to add a new dimension to our laser cutting - literally. Sorry, I've been cooped up a little long, which isn't making my jokes any better. But somewhere, years ago, I heard that you can use steam to bend wood. So this month, we gave it a try. Here … Continue reading 155: Steam Bending Bamboo Plywood
Back in early January, some unfortunate circumstances surrounding my previous vehicle meant I'd need to buy a new car. This would be the first time I've personally owned a vehicle, having coasted on loaners for over a decade. Since this was my first vehicle, it was also my first title registration and license plate. I … Continue reading 154: License Plate Frame
Inspired by a recent episode of Jeff Goldblum's new show, I wanted to find out whether I could use my laser to distress denim. In the show, specialized industrial laser equipment could rapidly engrave the surface—just enough power to remove the indigo dye and leave the fabric underneath relatively undamaged. It could also fire much … Continue reading 153: Distressing Denim
Trying watercolor ground on laser cut wood.
