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Carveco Maker CNC software
Unleashing Your CNC Creativity: The Power of CARVECO Software with Onefinity, Shapeoko, and X-Carve
In the exciting world of CNC machining, hobbyists are constantly seeking ways to elevate their craft. Read more...
JTech Photonics 24W LightBurn material library
JTech Photonics 24w Lightburn Library
This is a PREMADE library for materials for the JTECH 24w laser. Read more...
Onefinity CNC pen, pencil, and marker holder
Draw with your Onefinity CNC!
Your Onefinity CNC isn't just for cutting wood! With a laser you can engrave, but with this tool, you can turn it into a drawing machine! Read more...
2022 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro grille camera bracket
2022 (3rd gen) Toyota Tundra TRD Pro / Heritage Grille Upgrade!
You just got a 3rd gen Toyota Tundra and want to upgrade the look of the front grill to the TRD Pro / Heritage Grille? Read more...
OMTech CO2 laser LightBurn material library
OMTech (Orion Motor Tech) Co2 Laser Lightburn Material Libraries!
So you just bought a OMTech CO2 (or other brand) Laser cutter engraver and have no idea where to start with speed, power, or other settings in Lightburn? Read more...
Oculus Quest 2 VR headset
Oculous Quest 2, The best VR headset!
The best VR I've ever used. So incredible, so affordable, every home should have one!Purchase Oculus Quest 2 HEREReferral Code for FREE GAMES!Use my referral code to get FREE GAMES!... Read more...
Aeon Laser Mira 9
Aeon Laser Mira 9 Cut Library!
This is a PREMADE library for materials for the Aeon Laser Mira 9. Read more...
Myers Woodshop CNC Wasteboard MEGA Pack
Myers Woodshop Wasteboard V1 MEGA Pack now available!
Every file in one place. Every size wasteboard, every size fence, every size flattening, every clamp. Read more...
MUNBYN ITPP941 thermal label printer driver download
Munbyn Thermal Label Printer ITPP941. Perfect for small business shops like me!
If you're like me, you sell goods online and ship around the world. I sell quite a bit of my woodworking tools on my Etsy shop. I used to print... Read more...
Aeon Laser Mira 9 vs OMTech 60W laser cutter
Aeon Laser Mira 9 vs OMTech 60w laser cutter
I've been fortunate to have both the Aeon Laser US Mira 9 90w laser cutter and the OMTech Orion Motors 60w laser cutter in my shop. Read more...
Aeon Laser Mira 9
I Upgraded My Laser To The Aeon Laser Us Mira 9 100w!
If you've been following me on YouTube or social media, you've seen me us a bunch of lasers, most specifically, the black and yellow OMTech 60w. Read more...
Ultimate CNC enclosure build
Ultimate CNC Enclosure Build
Ever wanted to make an enclosure for your CNC machine? Follow along with my ultimate CNC enclosure build video! Read more...
3D printing infographic by Billie Ruben - part 1
Helpful Infographic for 3d Printing
A helpful infographic for 3d printing by Billie Ruben. Read more...
Wooden sign project using CA glue in the shop
Uses for CA Glue In The Shop.
I use a CA glue a lot in my woodshop. It has many applications with so much of my things I use. Read more...
Laser engraved custom door mat
How To Laser A Custom Door Mat
Ever wanted a fancy custom door mat on your own front door or for a gift?! We'll, it's easy with a co2 laser! Read more...
Topographical map carved on a CNC
How to create a Topographical Map On a CNC
Ever wanted to make a topographical map out of wood? I made one, and I created a video that walks you through exactly how to do it step by step. Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 20 - Failure Is Ok
Episode 20 - Failure Is Ok
​We're back after a few months hiatus! Coty, Brian, and Ben sit down and catch up on what's been going on since the last episode and you won't believe the... Read more...
OMTech fiber laser settings
30w Fiber Laser Omtech Settings And EzCad 2.14.11 Download
So I just purchased a fiber laser from Omtech and it came with settings that are important. Read more...
Onefinity vs Shapeoko CNC
Onefinity vs. Shapeoko CNC [2022]: Which One Should You Buy?
Upfront Disclosure. Onefinity AND Shapeoko sent me their machines, FOR FREE. Shapeoko asked that I show of their machine when I used it, Onefinity asked that I beta test the... Read more...
OMTech 60W laser
OMTech (Orion Motors) 60w Lightburn Laser Library
Do you have a OMTech (formally Orion Motors) laser and are using Lightburn with it? This is a premade library of cutting speeds and power for various woods, plastics, and... Read more...
JTech 7W laser head
Jtech 7w Lightburn Library
Do you have a 7w Jtech laser and are using Lightburn with it? This is a premade library of cutting speeds and power for various woods, plastics, and other materials. Read more...
Myers Woodshop black and yellow OMTech CO2 laser
My Black And Yellow Laser is now OMTECH
You remember my big black and yellow co2 laser right? Remember this video? Read more...
Onefinity CNC touch probe holder
Onefinity CNC Touch Probe Holder
Just like when I used the Shapeoko, the Onefinity CNC supports touch probes.  Onefinity sells their own branded 3 axis touch probe that will zero x, y, and z.  Of... Read more...
Onefinity router cable and vacuum hose boom
Onefinity Router Cable Vacuum Hose Boom
If you've watched me beta test the Onefinity CNC Woodworker over the last 6 months you've probably asked yourself, what are you going to do with the router cable?  It... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 19 - The Wood Sorcerer
Episode 19 - The Wood Sorcerer
Our first GIVEAWAY! Listen for a chance to win some FREE Microjig products!If you're a woodworker, you're going to love this episode! We talk with Morgan Hop (shortened because we... Read more...
Onefinity CNC logo
You Bought A CNC, Now What?
You did it! You just purchased A CNC. If this is your second (or 3rd or 4th :P ) CNC than you know what your getting into! Read more...
Setting up a Chinese laser rotary
Setting Up A Chinese Laser Rotary
This is a super in depth tutorial on how to set up a rotary on a co2 chinese laser. Then I walk you through how to set up Lightburn software... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 18 - Jack Of One Trade
Episode 18 - Jack Of One Trade
Jack Henderson is a trim carpenter. He talks a lot about 'shoeing' a house. He's also buying a house and giving first time home buyers some tips of what to... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 17 - My Life Is Optional
Episode 17 - My Life Is Optional
AJ is an artist that teaches art. She prefers teaching children because they have a more open mind. In the summer she usually runs art camps. Covid 19 is throwing... Read more...
Onefinity CNC specifications image
The All New Onefinity CNC Machine
I'm happy to say I have the Onefinity CNC in my shop! Made by the people behind Suck It dust boot, it's an all axis ball screw machine in a... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 15 - Social Distancing
Episode 15 - Social Distancing
When the Covid-19 Virus locks down the world you hang out with your best friends. Since we can't be around other people, there's no guest host this time. Ben, Brian,... Read more...
Artillery Sidewinder X1 3D printer
Artillery Sidewinder Cura Settings And Purge Line Gcode
There is not default machine in Cura slicer for the Artillery Sidewinder X1 large format 3d printer.  We need to add it ourselves.  I've added pictures below of the settings... Read more...
Introducing the Onefinity CNC machine
Introducing the Onefinity CNC Machine.
You guys know me for my work with the Shapeoko 3. It's been a good machine but with some caveats. Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 14 - WorkbenchCon
Episode 14 - WorkbenchCon
Ben and Coty discuss their trip to WorkbenchCon 2020, including the conference, vendors, classes, meetups, and whether makers should attend. Read more...
Bear Hunt design file for CNC, laser, 3D printer, and paper printer
Bear Hunt Design File, FREE Download, for Children during Corona Virus. For Laser, CNC, 3D Printer and Paper Printer.
With all the crazyiness going on in the world during the corona virus, covid-19, I love the fact that people are hiding bears around their homes for children to 'hunt'... Read more...
Ortur 15w Laser Master laser engraver
Ortur 15 Watt Laser Master. 32 bit Laser Engraver. Is this $180 Laser Engraver Any Good?!
Ortur 15w Laser MasterOrtur 15 watt Laser Master.  While this is listed as a 15 watt, that is the total power. The laser actually functions at a 4.5ish watt power, similar to... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 13 - Piano Man
Episode 13 - Piano Man
It's the first episode of the new year!  The guys finally catch up after a nearly 3 month hiatus.  They visit with Allen Horn.  Allen is a pest control technician... Read more...
Astroneer custom box and figurine project
I made a custom box and figurine based on Astroneer!
I LOVE the video game Astroneer. Ever since i found this little obscure game on Game Preview via XBOX in prealpha state I've been a fan. I'm not even sure... Read more...
DeWalt DWP611 compact router
Changing brushes on DeWalt DPW 611 compact router
Changing brushes on DeWalt DPW  611 compact routerWhen your router won’t turn on, nine times out of ten, it’s because your brushes need changing! Here’s how to fix this problem... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 12 - Man Glitter
Episode 12 - Man Glitter
Brian, Coty, Rick, And BenRick Castleman From Castleman Custom Works is a jack of all trades. While only taking 45 minutes to master custom jewelry, he's also a woodworker, remodeler... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 11 - The One That Turned Us Down
Episode 11 - The One That Turned Us Down
Brian, Meredith, Coty, And Ben​Meredith Palmer isn't your typical college student. She already owns a business called Palmer's Designs. Starting out designing shoes, she now does everything from paintings, to... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 10 - Iron & Fire
Episode 10 - Iron & Fire
Ever wonder what it takes to be a blacksmith? In this episode our guest host is Daniel Casey of Casey Arms.Daniel had his own show on The History Channel called... Read more...
Shapeoko CNC touch probe setup and use
CNC Carbide 3D Shapeoko Touch Probe For 1/2 The Price
The Touch Probe allows you to quickly identify job zero (X, Y, and Z) by running the probing feature found in Carbide Motion.   The touch probe from Carbide 3D... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 9 - Overspray
Episode 9 - Overspray
When you think of graffiti artist what comes to mind? For me, it's graffiti on a train. This week, we sit down with Jason White of Whites Artworks and talk... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 8 - Bears, Beets, And Freakin' Laser Beams
Episode 8 - Bears, Beets, And Freakin' Laser Beams
​Taking a break from having a guest host on the show, the original hosts, Ben (@myerswoodshop), Brian (@fierysquirrelart), and Coty (@arganic_woodowork) discuss whats been going on in their lives recently.... Read more...
Orion Motor Tech 60W CO2 laser cutter engraver
I purchased a Chinese Laser. The Orion Motor Tech 60w CO2 Laser Cutter Engraver.
Purchase The Orion Motor Tech 60w Laser Cutter Engraver From Amazon:Orion Motor Tech 60w Laser CutterBuy Direct from OMTECHLaser.comUse code "MYERSWOODSHOP" for 5% off!Many of you know that I've had... Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 6 with John Godwin
Episode 6 - John Godwin from Duck Dynasty / Duck Commander
​ In this episode of The Build Guild Podcast, the guys have the privilege of interviewing John Godwin of the wildly popular A&E tv show Duck Dynasty.  Godwin is part of... Read more...
Bosch RA1181 benchtop router table
Amazon Prime Day Deals Thread 2019
I thought i'd list some of the Amazon Prime Day 2019 Deals in one place, so here's what i've found so far!:Bosch Router TableRing Doorbell $69.99Echo Dot With Smart Plug... Read more...
SawStop table saw utility drawer
I Created A Saw Stop Table Saw Utility Drawer. The Best Add On For Your Saw! Purchase One Below!
ow that you have the best table saw on the market, the Sawstop PCS or Industrial, why not make it even better? Read more...
The Build Guild Podcast Episode 5 - Make.Do.
Episode 5 - Make. Do.
Our guest host for Episode Five is Jo Ellis, the Founder and Director of Make.Do. Graduating from Harding with a degree in interior design and her MBA, Jo wasn’t exactly... Read more...