Geeksmithing – The intersection of nostalgia, fandom & art.

New Stamp Making Tutorial!New Stamp Making Tutorial!

June 26, 2024|

I just released a new YouTube video detailing a new rubber stamp creation process I have been using with my Glowforge laser cutter. The process makes use of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to add strength to the stamps to hopefully make smaller details stronger and more resilient.

NES ProjectNES Project

September 6, 2022|

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 or even screens! Finally, enjoy your favorite NES Classic games on your own terms.

Making an Edge Lit SignMaking an Edge Lit Sign

September 6, 2022|

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 graphic design and K40 Whisperer for controlling the laser engraver, which in this case is a K40 Laser Cutter!

Laser Engraved Stamps!Laser Engraved Stamps!

September 6, 2022|

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…

Minecraft Online Alert System!Minecraft Online Alert System!

September 6, 2022|

This unassuming Minecraft sign checks to see if your friends are playing on your favorite Minecraft server(Java) and notifies you through custom colored LED lights! There are several special lighting modes including one for the new Nether Update! This “Internet of Things” connected device is powered by a Raspberry Pi Zero and a heaping helping of Neopixel LEDs and python code.