Geeksmithing Projects

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Laser Engraved Stamps!

Laser Engraved Stamps!

Sep 6, 2022Laser Cutting
In this video, I show you how to make custom rubber stamps using a cheap K40 Laser. This opens up a ton of creative opportunities...
Laser Engraving Tiles

Laser Engraving Tiles

Sep 3, 2022Laser Cutting
In this video, I show you a couple of my favorite ways to laser engrave designs on both Porcelain and Glass tiles! Let me know in
Fixing Robie Jr

Fixing Robie Jr

This video started off as just a demonstration of how 3D printing can be used to rehabilitate a vintage toy robot from the 1980s...
Augmented Reality Livestream

Augmented Reality Livestream

This is a small preview of something I have been working on here and there for a while now, an Augmented Reality Twitch Setup...
Giving Yoda a Makeover!

Giving Yoda a Makeover!

Aug 16, 2022Art
This project was a great excuse to try my hand at improving a Yoda Toy that I found at Toy R Us many moons ago. (R.I.P)...
V-Bit Inlay Tutorial with ArtCAM

V-Bit Inlay Tutorial with ArtCAM

Jun 1, 2022CNC Machines
In this tutorial, I cover V-Bit based inlay techniques using AutoDesk ArtCAM. This video intro was one of my favorite ones EVER!....
NES Project

NES Project

Sep 6, 2022Electronics
Just when you thought you have experienced the NES in every way possible.... Introducing the NES Project! You are no longer held captive by outlets, cords
Playable LEGO NES Set!

Playable LEGO NES Set!

Sep 6, 2022Electronics
If you were looking for the perfect project to get into Raspberry Pi, it is hard to get better than this! In this video...
Voltron Automaton

Voltron Automaton

Sep 3, 2022Art, automata
In this project I set out to build a simple Voltron automaton based on the designs of the late Keith Newstead. With the simple crank of...
Laser Engraving Slate Coasters

Laser Engraving Slate Coasters

Sep 2, 2022Laser Cutting
Can the K40 Laser engraver actually engrave images on pure stone? Yes it can, the answer is yes. Watch the video to find out more!...
Secret Sidewalk Messages

Secret Sidewalk Messages

Sep 2, 2022Art, DIY Spy
This is a quick and easy summer time project to bring hidden messages and pictures to life! It utilizes a hydrophobic spray and a cardboard stencil...
Are K40 Lasers Any Good?

Are K40 Lasers Any Good?

Aug 1, 2022Laser Cutting
Many years ago now, I published this video that covers my experience buying and using a K40 style laser cutter for the first time....
Infinity War "Snow" Globe

Infinity War "Snow" Globe

Jan 29, 2019Art, Uncategorized
The notion of making an Avengers themed Snow Globe filled with Peter Parker particulates was too great to pass up!
Making an Edge Lit Sign

Making an Edge Lit Sign

In this video I show you how to make awesome custom Edge Lit LED Signs using a CHEAP laser cutter! This tutorial uses Inkscape for the
Minecraft Online Alert System!

Minecraft Online Alert System!

Sep 6, 2022Electronics
This unassuming Minecraft sign checks to see if your friends are playing on your favorite Minecraft server and notifies you through custom colored LED lights!...
Launch Controller for KSP

Launch Controller for KSP

This was my first foray in to the world of developing custom controllers for Kerbal Space Program. There are so many awesomely complex ones out there,
Inspiration and Where I Find It.

Inspiration and Where I Find It.

Sep 2, 2022Shop Thoughts
In this installment of Shop Thoughts, I share many of my sources of ideas and inspiration that work for me with the hope it may help...
DIY Rotary for the K40 Laser

DIY Rotary for the K40 Laser

After many requests, I have finally put together a guide to make your own rotary module for your K40 laser engraver!...
Controlling CNC's with Guitars?!

Controlling CNC's with Guitars?!

Why limit yourself in the shop by controlling a CNC machine with just a typical controller. Why not make it WAY more fun!?...