Author Archives: robertwilkie

Custom roller for custom cookies

Posted on November 28, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build overall, I like the patterns it makes. https://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Print-Embossed-Pattern-Cookie-Rollers/

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Nice workbench leg vise

Posted on November 27, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build overall, thought I don’t know if I would use the parts they did (rather pricey). https://www.instructables.com/id/Workbench-Leg-Vise/

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A simple wedge holder to hold material

Posted on November 26, 2018 by robertwilkie

Pretty simple build. http://www.homemadetools.net/forum/simple-wedge-planing-stop-70114?homelistings#post120764

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Making a cheap foam R/C boat

Posted on November 24, 2018 by robertwilkie

Nice build. If you want to make a big R/C boat, this is the way to go. https://www.instructables.com/id/Foam-RC-Airboat-Build-DIY/

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Another simple CNC build

Posted on November 22, 2018 by robertwilkie

Using 3D printed parts, and some cheap materials, it seems like a pretty good build. Turning A Rotary Tool Into A CNC

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CNC your sewing machine

Posted on November 21, 2018 by robertwilkie

OK this takes the cake, the author basically made an x/y CNC to move a cloth around on a pre-existing sewing machine. Clever build CNC Embroidery Machine Punches Out Designs a Stitch at a Time

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3D printed doweling jig

Posted on November 20, 2018 by robertwilkie

Interesting build. I like the use of bearings to control the drill (I just use a board with pre-drilled holes). https://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Doweling-Jig-With-Attachments/

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This gives me some good ideas for a staff

Posted on November 18, 2018 by robertwilkie

The author hollowed out and cut a log to put LED’s in it. Looks nice and I could see this build going into a “staff”. https://www.instructables.com/id/Segmented-Log-Lamp/

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Make your own wheels for a robot, or R/C car

Posted on November 17, 2018 by robertwilkie

Interesting build…me…if I was in a pinch I think this would be a great idea. But… You can get wheels pretty cheap on ebay. Or cheap casters at Harbor Fieght and then take them apart. https://www.instructables.com/id/Home-made-Robot-Wheel/

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Homemade vacuum clamp

Posted on November 16, 2018 by robertwilkie

I got a kick out of this one, the author built it with toilet parts. https://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Vacuum-Clamp-With-Toilet-Parts-My-Best-Shop-Ji/

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