Vectric "free" projects

[laker...@gmail.com]

Hi All

Travis has once again stepped up for us and made it possible for everyone to eventually have access to all the Vectric "free" projects which would otherwise be hidden behind a registration wall.

More projects will be downloaded in time and eventually the entire available list ( https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects.html ) will be available to everyone in the shop.

He has placed a project from this series onto the shop computer already, so it's available to everyone immediately:

You can see more about this project here:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2018/yummy-cake-stand.html

I'm going to add more random interesting projects from the Vectric site from time to time, if you have a preference let me know (just be sure it's VCarve compatible).  Here is the list:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects.html

If you're interested in this Cake Pedestal project, the files are currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects".  All the files are also on the DESIGN thumb drive in the shop in a folder of the same name (Vectric Projects), so you could potentially copy it onto your computer even if the shop computer was in use.

Enjoy, and remember to say thanks to Travis for all his help!

Ed

[Travis Good]

Ed, you were generous to mention me. 

However it was your idea and your efforts. 

This stream of CNC projects will be thanks to you. 

Thank you for contributing to the community!

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[laker...@gmail.com]

Hi All

Another registration-protected, but 100% free project from the Vectric site is their "Fancy That" box:

Some more details can be found here:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2018/fancy-that-box.html

For this one they even have a YouTube video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohiH7hjBrZM

And of course the full tutorial, along with the .crv files, is currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects" or on the "DESIGN" thumb drive in a folder of the same name.

Enjoy

Ed

[Travis Good]

Ok, now I’m definitely tempted! Thanks Ed!

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[laker...@gmail.com]

Hi All

The 3rd project in this series is what Vectric has labeled their "International Cheese Board"

You can see more about it here:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2017/international-cheeseboard.html

And as usual the full tutorial, along with the .crv files, is currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects" or on the "DESIGN" thumb drive in a folder of the same name.

Enjoy

Ed

[laker...@gmail.com]

Hi All

The 4th project in this series is what Vectric has labeled the "Flower Pot Terrace"

You can see all the details here:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2017/flowerpot-terrace.html

And as usual the full tutorial, along with the .crv files, is currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects" or on the "DESIGN" thumb drive in a folder of the same name.

Enjoy

Ed

[Travis Good]

I'm going to do one of these soon ... thanks Ed!

On Tue, Sep 11, 2018 at 6:17 PM <laker...@gmail.com> wrote:

Hi All

The 4th project in this series is what Vectric has labeled the "Flower Pot Terrace"

You can see all the details here:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2017/flowerpot-terrace.html

And as usual the full tutorial, along with the .crv files, is currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects" or on the "DESIGN" thumb drive in a folder of the same name.

Enjoy

Ed

On Sat, Sep 1, 2018 at 2:43 PM <laker...@gmail.com> wrote:

Hi All

The 3rd project in this series is what Vectric has labeled their "International Cheese Board"

You can see more about it here:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2017/international-cheeseboard.html

And as usual the full tutorial, along with the .crv files, is currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects" or on the "DESIGN" thumb drive in a folder of the same name.

Enjoy

Ed

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[laker...@gmail.com]

Hi All,

The 5th project in this series is  what Vectric has labeled the "Precious Notions Box"  

You can see all the details here:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2017/precious-notions-box.html

And as usual the full tutorial, along with the .crv files, is currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects" or on the "DESIGN" thumb drive in a folder of the same name.

Enjoy

Ed

PS  -- I'll be in away from the internet for about a month (yes, there are still such places), but when I get back to civilization I'll resume posting these projects

[Travis Good]

> PS  -- I'll be in away from the internet for about a month (yes, there are still such places), 

> but when I get back to civilization I'll resume posting these projects.

Thanks Ed, safe travels!

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[Susan Lively Klug]

Thank you Ed, 

You have been inspiring me to check out the router!

Susan

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[Travis Good]

Susan, we’ll be scheduling the next CNC Class for mid-October right after Maker Faire. 

Intro to CNC is a four-part series where you learn workflow (such as with the laser) but in addition you learn design. You’ll complete four projects in class and as a member you’ll get five free Shop slots to complete your fifth independent certification project. You’ll also get a copy of Vcarve Pro, an exceptional CNC design and toolpath generator, whose files can be run on the Shop CNC. 

If interested then watch for an announcement. 

Laser & 3D printing classes are also coming.  

Maybe soon you can do Ed’s projects! 😊

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[speedrrracer]

Hi All

The 6th project in this series is what Vectric calls "The Weathered Slat Clock":

You can learn more about it here:  https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2018/weathered-slat-clock.html

This project is slightly more involved given that it requires a clock, but the weathering aspect might be useful in a number of other situations, so I thought it a worthy project for your consideration.

If you're interested in this project, the files are currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects".  All the files are also on the DESIGN thumb drive in the shop in a folder of the same name (Vectric Projects), so you could potentially copy it onto your computer even if the shop computer was in use.

Enjoy

Ed

 

[Travis Good]

When I do these projects I order the unique pieces early.

In this case, I'd have ordered the clock from KlockIt.

It's model #15342 from www.klockit.com for $18.

For the "Fancy That!" box I ordered No-Mortise hinges.

They're available from LeeValley.com for $5.45/pair.

Soon I'll share with you my variation on the box.

These are great, Ed, thanks for sharing them!

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[Travis Good]

These free Vectric projects are great because you're given so much!

You get the VCarve files, step-by-step instructions and helpful videos.

My daughter called asking me to make a letter box for her wedding reception

so what was my quick path to a solution? Modify this "Fancy That" project!

Below you can see what is now "The Stewarts" box.

I modified the radial lines accordingly to fit the new wording.

Also an envelope slot was added but otherwise it's the "Fancy That!" box.

Making this made my daughter happy and gave me a VCarve CNC project.

Has anyone else completed one of Ed's Vectric projects? Care to share it?

[speedrrracer]

Hi All

The 7th project in this series, hopefully early enough for the holiday season, is what Vectric calls "Celestial Trundle Toys":

You can learn more about it here:  https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2017/celestial-trundle-toys.html

If you're interested in this project, the files are currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects".  All the files are also on the DESIGN thumb drive in the shop in a folder of the same name (Vectric Projects), so you could potentially copy it onto your computer even if the shop computer was in use.

Enjoy

Ed

[Travis Good]

Reminds me of the SDFWA Toy Program.

http://www.sdfwa.org/toy-making-and-cutout-program/

Perhaps this could be a way for us to contribute to their efforts?

[Travis Good]

Ed's post again inspired me to practice CNC by making a Vectric project.

I thought this one could be a way to contribute to the Shop Toy program.

Maybe I'll detail my experiences making these at the next SIG meeting.

What say you? 

Would you like to learn more about how to do these projects on the 24th?

On Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 1:26:19 PM UTC-7, speedrrracer wrote:

[speedrrracer]

Hi All,

The 8th project in this series, in keeping with the holiday season, is what Vectric calls the "Holiday Snowman Dish":

For those of us from San Diego, I googled "snow" and apparently it's something weather-related.

You can see more about this project here:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2017/holiday-snowman-dish.html

If you're interested in this project, the files are currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects".  All the files are also on the DESIGN thumb drive in the shop in a folder of the same name (Vectric Projects), so you could potentially copy it onto your computer even if the shop computer was in use.

Enjoy

Ed

[pin...@aol.com]

Ed....great idea.  Thanks!

Doug....I'm thinking we could sell a ton of these next year!  Peggy will paint whatever we produce.

Gary

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[Travis Good]

Just a reminder ...

These posts from Ed have inspired me to use the CNC more. 

Recently I've been cranking away on some Vectric projects.

Saturday (tomorrow) I'll be explaining how easy they are to do.

Hope to see you in the morning at the Shop! Travis

[speedrrracer]

Hi All,

The 9th project in this series, still keeping with the holiday theme, is what Vectric calls the "Christmas Holly Wreath":

You can see more about this project here:

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2011/holly-christmas-wreath.html

[speedrrracer]

Hi All,

Quick housekeeping:  the Christmas Holly Wreath project won't run on VCarve, I mistakenly grabbed one which requires Aspire, so please ignore it.  Thanks to Travis for double-checking my post and noticing the error!

The next project in this series, which does run on VCarve, still keeps with the holiday theme, and is what Vectric calls the "Christmas Sled":

You can see more about this project here;

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2016/christmas-sled.html

If you're interested in this project, the files are currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects".  All the files are also on the DESIGN thumb drive in the shop in a folder of the same name (Vectric Projects), so you could potentially copy it onto your computer even if the shop computer was in use.

Enjoy this project, and sorry for the error on the wreath project,

Ed

[speedrrracer]

Hi All,

The next project in this series is what Vectric calls the "Inlay Vase":

You can see more about this project here;

https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2015/InlayVase.html

If you're interested in this project, the files are currently on the Desktop of the shop computer, in a folder called " Vectric Projects".  All the files are also on the DESIGN thumb drive in the shop in a folder of the same name (Vectric Projects), so you could potentially copy it onto your computer even if the shop computer was in use.

Enjoy,

Ed

[speedrrracer]

Hi All,

The next project in this series is what Vectric calls the "Tripod Pedestal Table":

You can see more about this project here;  https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2013/tripod-pedestal-table.html

Bonus points will be awarded to anyone who uses the rotational feature of the laser to etch the legs of their pedestal table.

[speedrrracer]

Hi All,

The next project in this series are Vectric's "Festive Cookie Stamps":

You can see more about this project here: https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2011/cookie-stamps.htm

Bonus points will be awarded to anyone who shares the resulting cookies with the rest of us  :)

[Travis Good]

I was curious what the cookie stamps looked like. Curiosity satisfied below ... thanks Ed!

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[speedrrracer]

Hi All,

The next project in this series is the Vectric "Umbrella Stand":

An easy project, and perhaps appropos with all this bad weather, but I think it could also be gainfully re-purposed.

You can see more about this project here: https://www.vectric.com/cool-stuff/projects/2014/poppins-umbrella.html

[Travis Good]

My wife was disappointed that I didn't make her a Valentine's Day project.

I said it was Ed's fault, not mine!  :-)

[Doug LaRue]

On Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 4:54:34 PM UTC-8, Travis Good wrote:

My wife was disappointed that I didn't make her a Valentine's Day project.

I said it was Ed's fault, not mine!  :-)

Ot oh!  Tomorrow is National Margarita Day!  Get cracking!

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-margarita-day-february-22/ 

[Susan Lively Klug]

Woo hoo!  Ready to do my certification project!

I have no idea which one to pick.  Eventually I want to do a 2 sided project, but not for the first one.

I also want to make all the boxes and all the light up projects.

I guess I should go see what wood I have available first and pick from there.

Are any of these "free" projects recommended for the first independent project?

Susan

[Travis Good]

> and all the light up projects.

Anyone who knows you would know to expect THAT! :)

While seasonally wrong, I found the Holiday Snowman Dish pretty straight forward, a good first independent project. If you want something that's a little more of a challenge, requires more bit changes, and a special end mill (which I'd loan you) then try the International Cheese Tray. However, be aware that you have to cut a piece of tile or marble to insert as the cutting surface.

I've only done a half dozen of them but they're a good guided experience.

Good luck! 

[Travis Good]

While Ed is away, I want to keep his generous effort alive.

Below is one of Vectric's free projects: the Bedside Phone Docker.

Looking for a quick CNC project to do? These files on on the XXL computer.

[Travis Good]

Tic-Tac-Toe Board

Here's another free project from Vectric, simple and universal.

You can watch a video covering this project here.

The files you'll need are attached.

[Kurt]

Here's a version I made in Maple and Walnut for my son's birthday. He loved it!

Kurt

[pin...@aol.com]

Very nice!

Any chance of someone making one or more of these for the Holiday Gift Sale?

Thanks,

Gary

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[Travis Good]

We’re talking CNC so why limit it to one?

TEN! 😂

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[Travis Good]

Kurt, I just showed your tic-tac-toe board to Beki here at the AWFS Fair. She's the Vectric employee who created the design. She loved your choice of woods and sends her regards. 

Congratulations!! 

[Travis Good]

Too cool!   https://youtu.be/PfqBAHUjNsM

[paul schankin]

Project file has been uploaded to the shared drive.

If anyone makes this, please share your result with the rest of the group!

Thanks!

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1_zNGbHM0RKuqayAL8kc7kYgjYPKd-Wp2

[pin...@aol.com]

I'm sure we could sell at least six of these at the Holiday Sale.

Let us know if you need wood....  :)

Thanks!

Gary

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