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@makingathome.bsky.social
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Just a guy building things and trying things out in his garage

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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
I’m trying out the SawStop Revolution miter gauge. I thought I would try cutting the pieces for a pentagon. So 360 degrees over 5 miters divided by 2 = 36 degrees. I changed the miter gauge adjustment to 1 degree increments and then rotated it to 36 degrees and made my cuts.
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Here are a couple more options for using the Low Profile Clamps from Bow Products on your CNC or work table. You can use a screw adapter to screw the low profile clamp directly to the workbench or CNC waste board. #bowproducts ⁠#CNC #clamps #woodworking #wasteboard
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 28/12/2025
Today I made a tumbler for a friend with a full wrap engraving. This is a “prism” style tumbler. If you use my code “MAKINGATHOME” to purchase a laser through OneLaser, you will SAVE 3%. www.1laser.com/makingathome #lensdigital #onelaser #laser #rotary #engraving
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 27/12/2025
I’m using the High Country Tools 3/8” flush trim bit to cut out some charcuterie boards with my Sawstop router table. I cut out the 1/4” thick acrylic templates on my laser. This bit is a 3/8” diameter, but has a 1/2” shank. #sawstopsaws #highcountrytools #router #bits #routerbits
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 26/12/2025
I used Carveco CNC software with my Onefinity CNC to carve out the Onefinity Logo and the Redline CNC logo. Get your OneFinity CNChere: www.onefinitycnc.com?ref=makingat... #askcarveco #onefinitycnc #redlinecnc #cnc #bits
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
The next wood I am running through the Oliver 8" helical head jointer is a piece of 4/4 white oak. The board had a fairly straight edge, but that edge was extremely rough. After a couple passes I had a perfect 90 degree edge. #olivermachinery #jointer #woodworking #tools #woodworker
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 21/12/2025
I cleaned out a drawer in my tool chest for the great tools I just received from Swan Tool Group. I really like the size and weight of the Firehawk square. The depth stop is going to be really handy for setting router bits and saw blade depths. swantoolgroup.com #swantoolgroup #gifted #tools
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Time to flatten another board. Tonight it's a nice piece of walnut. I use the xbox controller to run the Ripper flattening bit over the wood until I have hit all of the surface. Then I flip it over and do the same to the other side and get it to the thickness I want. #onefinitycnc #highcountrytools
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
I had an opportunity to stop by the Harvey Woodworking headquarters recently. It was amazing to see the setup and the showroom with some of their amazing tools. I definitely could use one of the dust processors in the shop next.  #harveywoodworking #bandsaw #lathe #tools #saw #woodworking
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
I just added the new Kreg 20V Ionic Drive™ 1/4" Trim Router kit to my shop and I am putting it to use today rounding over some edges on these pieces of wood. It uses the new Kreg 20V Blue Ion batteries so you don't have to worry about cords getting in the way. #kregjig #sponsored #kreg #kregtools
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
The next test for the Oliver 8" helical head jointer was running the face of a piece of poplar through it. A couple passes and the face of this board liked and felt like is was already sanded. You can see in the video there were no blade marks.. #olivermachinery #jointer #woodworking #tools
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Time for the first piece of wood through the Oliver 8" helical head jointer. The first victim is a piece of poplar. I had already adjusted the fence to 90°. After just a couple passes, it was perfectly 90. I think I'm in love! #olivermachinery #jointer #woodworking #tools #woodworker
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
I have another Millennium Falcon catch-all tray I made from cherry on my Onefinity CNC that needs some finish. I’m using Bee’Nooba wax from Bumblechutes for many reasons, but I like how it makes the wood look. #bumblechutes #onefinitycnc #cnc #finish #woodfinish
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
I'm rounding over the edges on this cherry Millennium Falcon catch all tray using a 1/4" roundover bit on the SawStop router table. I will be posting this on my web site if anyone is interested. Would make great gifts for the Star Wars fan in your life. #starwars #sawstop #surfprepsanding
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
The last thing to do on this Oliver Machinery 8" helical jointer is to add a 4" Lightning Lock dust collection fitting. These make it super easy to switch dust collection between machines. Save on your order by using my affiliate link. #olivermachinery #carbonmethod #jointer
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
I just got the WeCreat Vision Pro 45 watt laser. The setup is straightforward and there is even a WeCreat video that guides you through the process. This laser is also auto lifting and auto focus for ease of use. Find out more here: wecreattechltd.pxf.io/Z69WVK #wecreat #gifted
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Today I'm trying out the Litheli FrozenPack. It's a battery powered backpack fridge and a car fridge all in one. My first road trip with this cooler was two and a half hours each way. Here is an Amazon affiliate link: amzn.to/4iA9dfw #litheli #gifted #cooler #fridge #carfridge
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
I just put together this laser cut antique lantern wood model from WoodTrick. They sent me this one to try. After putting this together I have to say that the precise laser cuts of the pieces are really amazing. woodtrick.com/collections/... Discount code: makingat10 #woodtrick #model #lasercut
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
HOTO Tools sent me one of their new PixelDrive screwdrivers to try out. It has a great design, just like all of the other HOTO tools that I have. The screwdriver and 30 different bits store in one compact cylinder. #HOTO #gifted #PixelDrive #HOTOScrewdriver #digitalaesthetic
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Check out this laser cut lantern wood model from WoodTrick. They sent me one to try out so I am going to put this together. Black Friday savings - Use my discount code to save when you order: woodtrick.com/collections/... Discount code: makingat10 #woodtrick #model #lasercut #building #puzzle
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Here is the next scanning video for the Einstar 2 3D scanner. This scanner can run wirelessly or wired to your computer. I am scanning this little Einstar mascot figure. Black Friday specials - save up to 20%. www.einstar.com #einstar3d #3DScanning #scanner #modeling #3DScanner #Shining3D
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 23/11/2025
I’m cutting out this millennium falcon catch all tray made out of cherry on the Harvey Ambassador C14 bandsaw. I love this awesome machine for doing things like this as well as resawing larger pieces of wood. Next, I’ll move onto the router table. #harveywoodworking #OneFinitycnc #Redlinecnc
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
I carved this Millennium Falcon catch-all tray out of spalted maple on my Onefinity CNC and now that it has been all sanded and cleaned up it is time to add finish. I am using Bee'Nooba wax from Bumblechutes. #bumblechutes #finish #woodfinish #charcuterie #cuttingboard
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
I got the Oliver Machinery 4235.230 8” jointer and needed a mobile base. This jointer is pretty long, which is great for the 72” long bed, but doesn’t allow for a lot of swivel mobile base options. Check out Rockler now: rocklercompaniesinc.pxf.io/7a2K9V #gifted #olivermachinery #rockler #boratool
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
The Giraffe Tools Black Friday sale is underway from November 18th to the 28th Save up to 30%, with pressure washers priced from just $279.99 Save up to 30%, with vacuum cleaners priced from just $292.49 Use code MAKINGAH2 to save an additional 5% off #giraffetools #sponsored #reel #vacuum
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Time to add Carbon Method protective coating to my Oliver Machinery jointer. This will keep the cast-iron surface rust free. You can save 10% on Carbon Method by using my link in the affiliate section of my bio link! #olivermachinery #carbonmethod #jointer #tools #protection #woodworking
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Xfasten sent me a care package with a lot of their items I use all the time like double-sided CNC tape, painters tape, and gaffers tape, but they also sent me some items I didn't know they carried, like detail sanders, and a brand new product called CLYND. #getclynd #xfastenbrand #gifted
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Just some shop sounds of peeling the plastic off of the cast-iron parts on this new Oliver 4235.230 8" jointer. I’m going to get this wiped down and then get it coated with some Carbon Method to keep the cast iron from resting and to keep it nice. #olivermachinery #jointer #woodworking #tools
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 16/11/2025
Trying out the Microclimate Air 3 Kit for the first time. This whole head helmet is pretty amazing when you try it out. The fresh air in the helmet is just the right amount of flow to be pleasant to wear. Microclimateair sent me this to try out. #microclimateair #gifted #respirator #filter
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 15/11/2025
Today I am using the Kreg 20V Ionic Drive™ 6 1/2" Plunge-Cut Track Saw Kit for the first time. This is part of the new cordless series of tools that Kreg just came out with. This is a great system for cutting things away from a standard power outlet. #kregjig #sponsored #Kreg #kregtools #saw
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Here is a quick run through of the Dust Right full-size air filtration system from Rockler. This system has a great remote to run the LED lights on the bottom and the full system, including a timer on the fan to keep it running for some time. #rockler #gifted #airfiltration #Dust #dustcontrol
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
HOTO Tools sent me one of their new EdgeFlow cordless electric scissors to try out. These are great for cutting down cardboard boxes for other uses or just to fit more in the recycling bin. These also cut carpet, leather, and blister packs. #HOTO #HOTOEdgeFlow #hototools #hotolife #gifted
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
I just got this Dust Right full-size air filtration system from Rockler to try out. I am hanging this above my CNC since that is one of the biggest points of dust. Looking forward to having cleaner air in the shop with this system since it will filter air down to 1 micron. #rockler #gifted
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
I'm using the new Kreg Rebel™ pocket-hole joiner out in my driveway today to enjoy this beautiful weather. This cordless tool using Kreg's new 20 volt Ionic Drive™ battery system is great for getting projects done fast since no clamping is necessary. #kregjig #sponsored #pockethole #joinery #joint
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
I'm trying out the Base Camp M Pro dust mask. This is a soft mask that blocks up to 99.6% of pollen, dust, fumes, smokes, and other water-based and oil-based particles. Definitely give them a try to save your lungs. #basecampmask #dust #dustmask #filter #safety
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Today I am adding something I should have a long time ago. This is the Dust Right full-size air filtration system. The main thing is that it filters down to one micron to keep the shop, but most importantly, my lungs cleaner. Rockler sent me this to try out so it’s time to get it hung up. #rockler
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
I needed a couple pieces of wood cut to 12 inches in length so I set up the SawStop Revolution miter gauge to knock these out quickly. I love how the flip stop gives you perfectly matching pieces. This miter gauge continues to impress me. Great job SawStop. #sawstopsaws #saw #tablesaw #tools
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
It's time to flatten another piece of white oak. I just use the xbox controller to run the Ripper flattening bit over the wood until I have hit all of the surface. I use xfasten double sided cnc tape to hold the board in place. #onefinitycnc #redlinecnc #highcountrytools #xfasten #CNC
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
I'm rounding over the edges on this Millennium Falcon catch all tray. I'm using a 1/4" roundover bit on the SawStop router table. It really cleans up the edge and gives it a much nicer feel. #sawstop #router #tools #catchall #workshop
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
I had a problem getting the Oliver 8" jointer off the pallet. It was pretty tall and the jointer weighs about 350 pounds and you shouldn’t lift it by tables. We rolled it down a ramp of 3/4” plywood. A big thanks to my son Carter for helping. #olivermachinery #jointer #woodworking #tools
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
I am unboxing the updated Oliver 8" Parallelogram Jointer with HCX Helical Cutterhead. This is model # 4235.230. This thing is a monster so I am a little nervous this is going to fit where I planned to put it. This has 36 insert cutters. #olivermachinery #jointer #woodworking #tools #delivery
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
It's time to cut out this Millennium Falcon catch all tray on the Harvey Ambassador C14 bandsaw. I love how great this bandsaw works for doing quick tasks like this all the way to cutting through thick pieces of wood for resawing. #harveywoodworking #bandsaw #tools #saw #workshop
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
A look at the Shaper Trace accessories I have available. Just go to MAKINGATHOME.COM and click on Plans, Products & Files to see options. Get Carveco and Vectric CNC files with SVG and DXF files, double or triple size 3D printed version or 3D printer file. #cnc #scanning #scan #shaper #trace
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Here’s a quick install of the 80mm plug & play spindle kit from Redline CNC. This is going on my Onefinity Foreman Elite CNC. This was a super simple installation following the video on the Onefinity forum for how to install the kit. Very easy. #redlinecnc #onefinitycnc #cnc #onefinity #carving
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
It’s been about a year since I got the Harvey Ambassador C14 bandsaw and the Compass RG-2 Roller Guide. Really a great addition to the bandsaw for keeping consistent pressure against the fence. #harveywoodworking #bandsaw #tools #saw #workshop
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
I'm unboxing the New Einstar 2 3D scanner. This is a brand new scanner that can be run wirelessly or wired to your computer. This can create scans of a variety of items from people to metal objects, including black or reflective objects. #einstar3d #3DScanning #scanner #modeling #3DScanner
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
The SurfPrep POV-8 vacuum and the 5” diameter Electric Ray. I am sanding the top to get rid of the previous laser engraving. Affiliate code MAKINGATHOME10 will save you 10% on your SurfpPrep order. See link in my bio. #surfprep #teamsurfprep #makingsandingsexy #sanding #surfprepsanding
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Using a 1/16” diameter ball nose end mill to run the finishing pass on this Millennium Falcon tray. I generated the tool paths in Vectric CNC software. The Redline spindle was running at 200 ipm. I will cut the tray loose and do a sanding. #vectric #onefinitycnc #redlinecnc #CNC #catchall
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
The next Millennium Falcon catch all tray is going to be made of cherry wood. I’m flattening this on the OneFinity CNC using an Xbox game pad with the Redline CNC controller. I’m using the Ripper flattening bit from high country tools. #onefinitycnc #redlinecnc #highcountrytools #CNC #flattening
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makingathome @makingathome.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
The next Millennium Falcon catch all tray is going to be made of cherry wood. I’m flattening this on the OneFinity CNC using an Xbox game pad with the Redline CNC controller. I’m using the Ripper flattening bit from high country tools. #onefinitycnc #redlinecnc #highcountrytools #CNC #flattening
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