In this live group training, we looked at how to create 2D geometric patterns, how to customize them with text, and also different ways to make toolpaths for them.

In this live group training, we explored some of the new features available in version 11 of Vectric software. We covered how the new scaling items individually works, all of the new 3D importing features and changes, new 3D modeling tools and features, 3D rest machining, and much more. This was a very information packed lesson!

In this live group training, we explored some of the new features available in version 11 of Vectric software. We covered how the new multiple sheet option works, the difference between sheets and layers, how to use the new spell check feature, some tips about project notes, lots of tips for making a double sided project, how to set up your CNC machine and post processor in the new tool database, how to more accurately estimate machine times, and much more. This was a very information packed lesson!

In this live group training, we learned how to create a custom 3D model in VCarve. Yes you read that correctly, we used VCarve to create a custom stacked text sign as a 3D model. This is not a toolpath trick, this is a 100% custom 3D model created in VCarve with limited tools available. We also looked at how you can make this into a template to quickly change the words, font, and sizing with just a few clicks. The techniques learned in this lesson can be use to make multiple different custom 3D designs in VCarve.

In this live group training, we continued our lesson from last week on how to trace an image with poor resolution quality. This poor quality makes us have to manually trace the image to get a super clean carving. Lots of great drawing and node editing tips shared in this lesson.

In this live group training, we learned how to trace an image with poor resolution quality. This poor quality makes us have to manually trace the image. Lots of great drawing and node editing tips shared in this lesson.

In this live group training, we finished our jigsaw project from last week by learning a few different methods to create the toolpaths for these puzzle pieces.

In this live group training, we looked at how to trace a scroll saw jigsaw pattern and create the puzzle pieces into CNC friendly parts. Next week we will cover how to create the toolpaths for these puzzle pieces.

In this live group training, we looked at how to create a Lithophane in Aspire. We also looked at a technique to create a lithophane in VCarve which is not usually possible with the standard tools.

In this live group training, we looked at how to create a 3D clay pigeon in Aspire. In the last lesson we created this project in VCarve WITHOUT 3D modeling. In this lesson we created the same project in Aspire WITH 3D modeling. This lesson was to show some different techniques to create a 3D project in VCarve and Aspire.

In this live group training, we looked at how to create a clay pigeon in VCarve Pro without doing any 3D modeling. Next week we will show how to do this by 3D modeling with Aspire.

In this live group training, we looked at how to optimize the toolpaths for a 3D police badge to be more efficient by cutting the large areas with a 1/8" taper ball nose and the smaller detailed areas with a 1/16" taper ball nose. We also looked at how to set up the project to be a template and automate the toolpaths for ease of changing the field number. Finally, we looked at good practices to keep your project and toolpath files organized.

In this live group training, we looked at how to design and set up toolpaths for custom CNC frame joints. The techniques learned in this lesson can be applied to almost any type of custom joints that you would like to make with your CNC.

In this live group training, we looked at how to design and set up toolpaths for custom CNC box joints. The techniques learned in this lesson can be applied to almost any type of custom joints that you would like to make with your CNC.

In this live group training, we finished up our 3D modeling a logo project from the last two weeks. This was a very fun project to do and I can't wait to see it when Kevin carves it!

In this live group training, we continued our 3D modeling a logo project from last week. This was part 2 and we will continue this lesson next week.

In this live group training, we started a project 3D modeling a logo from a picture. This was part 1 and we will continue this lesson next week.

In this live group training, we designed a custom address sign with dogs for a student. We also looked at lots of tips on node editing and vector manipulation.

In this live group training, we designed cabinet parts in VCarve Pro for a student's project. We also took a look at different cabinet joints and how to make a finger joint drawer box with the box creator gadget.

In this live group training, we looked at how to cleanup a messy SVG file. We also answered many great questions from students including inputting a form tool, recovering tool databases, feed & speed setting, and much more.