Monthly Archives: February 2022

A simple chainsaw mill

Posted on February 28, 2022 by robertwilkie

This one is much simplier build than others I have seen over the years. I think it may wear out a bit faster, but since its easy to build…should not be much of an issue to replace. I also like … Continue reading →

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Making a tea stand with old china

Posted on February 28, 2022 by robertwilkie

Nice idea, the author took some old china and make a tea/cookie stand from them. The “stand” kit part is about $7. https://www.instructables.com/How-to-Make-a-Tiered-Tea-Stand/

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Simple walking robot

Posted on February 28, 2022 by robertwilkie

Something you could build with kids and let wander around the table. https://www.instructables.com/Walking-Robot-Parallel-Cranks/

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Interesting metal bender build

Posted on February 28, 2022 by robertwilkie

Basically takes advantage of your vise to do the bending bit. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/simple-metal-roller-bender-video-88398?homelistings#post192706

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3D print out your own cyclone vac

Posted on February 25, 2022 by robertwilkie

OK not so sure I would go this far, they author basically makes a shop vac with a dust collection built in with 3D printed parts, and has accessories for it too. https://www.instructables.com/Cyclone-Motor-Upgrade/ accessories : https://www.instructables.com/Cyclone-Upgrade-for-Hose-Bosch/

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Nice little organizers for your Ender 3D printer

Posted on February 24, 2022 by robertwilkie

Nice add ons for your printer. Not so sure I would do this thought. https://www.instructables.com/3D-Printer-Tools-Organizers/

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Nice portable jigsaw table

Posted on February 23, 2022 by robertwilkie

Basically turns the jigsaw into a scroll saw of sorts. Its a nice build. https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/homemade-diy-portable-jigsaw-table-cordless-88233?homelistings#post192023

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Another nice CNC foam cutter

Posted on February 22, 2022 by robertwilkie

This one seems to let you “expand” the width of the table for the cutter. https://www.hackster.io/news/make-your-own-four-axis-cnc-foam-cutter-on-the-cheap-9b421e8269e5

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Using black pipe to make a bench

Posted on February 21, 2022 by robertwilkie

Nice build, the author uses black pipe to make the frame for a bench for his laser printer. The shelf/top is from an old door, This is a nice way to make a heavy duty frame rather quickly. Not so … Continue reading →

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Make a simple bottle cap shooter

Posted on February 18, 2022 by robertwilkie

Basically its a kindof slingshot crossbow combo. Not alot of strength behind it (and you don’t want that much with the frame out of PVC), but still a nice build to do with kids. https://www.instructables.com/Homemade-Bottle-Cap-Shooter/

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