Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Welcome back to the channel! Over the past two weeks, I’ve been working on several projects, and in this vlog, I’ll take you through all the progress, challenges, and updates along the way.
Whether you're into Epoxy, CNC, Woodworking, Laser engraving, 3D printing, or content creation, or just enjoy seeing creative projects come to life, this video has something for you!
In this video, I cover:
✅ Small discussion of attendance at 2025 WorkBench Con for Maker and Woodworker Content Creators
✅ New Epoxy Rimmed Bowl and Techniques I am implementing
✅ Making a picture frame sled based on MakeSomething YouTube Channel Design
✅ Discussion of 3D print inserts and how I am using them
✅ Discussion of 3D print for Festool Sander 90° Edge Guide
✅ Discussion of Picture Frame Construction for Laser Engraved Picture
✅ Discussion of new Cribbage Board
✅ Removal of Wooden Fences and Replacing with Dog Holes on CNC
✅ Request for software video tutorials people want to see
⏰Timecodes⏰
00:00 Introduction
01:46 Epoxy Rimmed Bowl Update and Discussion
05:30 Carving in Chuck location on lathe
06:05 Framing Sled Update
09:00 Insert Soldering Iron for 3D print Screw Inserts
09:25 3D Print for 90° Edge on Festool Sander
10:10 Picture Frames Discussion
10:48 Cribbage Board Build - Getting Started
11:50 Replaced Wooden Fence with Dog Holes on CNC
Other Videos and Links Mentioned in Video:
➡️ Make Something Sled: youtu.be/CJCSA2SZt5s?si=9_QSM3l1aNGzT8Fw
➡️ Precision Picture Frame Jig - Michael Alm (ALM FAB): youtu.be/Mr0p2DLPTts?si=iikTX6BVEqOMQLh8
➡️ Jake Thompson: Video on Colors not Mixing: youtu.be/GFj72PWkfFc?si=gOesc_s-g1NtNngm
3D Print File Sources
➡️ Thingiverse -Festool Edge Guide 3D Print: thingiverse.com/thing:6209148
Equipment/Tool Links:
NOTE:The following links may be affiliate links. By using these links you are supporting this channel.
👉 Heat Sink Insert Tool Vertical PRess: amzn.to/41G3Lzs
If you enjoy this type of content, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future projects. Let me know in the comments what you're working on!
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📢 Follow me on [social media if applicable] for more behind-the-scenes updates!
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#Vlog #ProjectUpdates #MakerCommunity #CreativeProcess
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Let me know if you’d like any tweaks!
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This video is not sponsored.
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Equipment and Software I Use
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Specialty Equipment:
Laguna EX CO2 Laser - 150W
Laguna IQ CNC
Bamboo Printers: X1C and P1S
Laser Design Software: Lightburn
CNC Design Software: vCarve Pro https://www.vectric.com/products/vcar...
Editing Software:
=== Camtasia: amzn.to/3TQv8nG
=== CapCut Pro used for Captions: Download CapCut Desktop to get 7 days of free CapCut Pro: https://www.capcut.com/capcut_pc_web/...
Camera: Sony a6700 amzn.to/3PALT3Q
Computer: MacBook Pro: amzn.to/3xhRTrO
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Welcome back to the channel! Over the past two weeks, I’ve been working on several projects, and in this vlog, I’ll take you through all the progress, challenges, and updates along the way.
Whether you're into Epoxy, CNC, Woodworking, Laser engraving, 3D printing, or content creation, or just enjoy seeing creative projects come to life, this video has something for you!
In this video, I cover:
✅ Small discussion of attendance at 2025 WorkBench Con for Maker and Woodworker Content Creators
✅ New Epoxy Rimmed Bowl and Techniques I am implementing
✅ Making a picture frame sled based on MakeSomething YouTube Channel Design
✅ Discussion of 3D print inserts and how I am using them
✅ Discussion of 3D print for Festool Sander 90° Edge Guide
✅ Discussion of Picture Frame Construction for Laser Engraved Picture
✅ Discussion of new Cribbage Board
✅ Removal of Wooden Fences and Replacing with Dog Holes on CNC
✅ Request for software video tutorials people want to see
⏰Timecodes⏰
00:00 Introduction
01:46 Epoxy Rimmed Bowl Update and Discussion
05:30 Carving in Chuck location on lathe
06:05 Framing Sled Update
09:00 Insert Soldering Iron for 3D print Screw Inserts
09:25 3D Print for 90° Edge on Festool Sander
10:10 Picture Frames Discussion
10:48 Cribbage Board Build - Getting Started
11:50 Replaced Wooden Fence with Dog Holes on CNC
Other Videos and Links Mentioned in Video:
➡️ Make Something Sled: youtu.be/CJCSA2SZt5s?si=9_QSM3l1aNGzT8Fw
➡️ Precision Picture Frame Jig - Michael Alm (ALM FAB): youtu.be/Mr0p2DLPTts?si=iikTX6BVEqOMQLh8
➡️ Jake Thompson: Video on Colors not Mixing: youtu.be/GFj72PWkfFc?si=gOesc_s-g1NtNngm
3D Print File Sources
➡️ Thingiverse -Festool Edge Guide 3D Print: thingiverse.com/thing:6209148
Equipment/Tool Links:
NOTE:The following links may be affiliate links. By using these links you are supporting this channel.
👉 Heat Sink Insert Tool Vertical PRess: amzn.to/41G3Lzs
If you enjoy this type of content, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future projects. Let me know in the comments what you're working on!
🔔 Subscribe here: youtube.com/@RobSandstromDesigns
📢 Follow me on [social media if applicable] for more behind-the-scenes updates!
👉Instagram: instagram.com/robsandstromdesigns
#Vlog #ProjectUpdates #MakerCommunity #CreativeProcess
👉 Facebook: facebook.com/robsandstromdesigns1
Let me know if you’d like any tweaks!
👉 Website: robsandstromdesigns.com
This video is not sponsored.
=========================================
Equipment and Software I Use
=========================================
Specialty Equipment:
Laguna EX CO2 Laser - 150W
Laguna IQ CNC
Bamboo Printers: X1C and P1S
Laser Design Software: Lightburn
CNC Design Software: vCarve Pro https://www.vectric.com/products/vcar...
Editing Software:
=== Camtasia: amzn.to/3TQv8nG
=== CapCut Pro used for Captions: Download CapCut Desktop to get 7 days of free CapCut Pro: https://www.capcut.com/capcut_pc_web/...
Camera: Sony a6700 amzn.to/3PALT3Q
Computer: MacBook Pro: amzn.to/3xhRTrO
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![Step-by-Step: Engraving AI Images on Wood with IMAGr + LightBurn
✔️ Want to take your AI-generated and other images and turn them into stunning wood engravings? In this step-by-step tutorial, I’ll show you exactly how I process AI and other artwork using IMAGr, then bring it into LightBurn to engrave on birch wood with amazing results.
Whether youre a beginner or experienced with laser engraving, this video walks you through the entire workflow — from importing your image to fine-tuning your settings in LightBurn and running your laser machine.
🛠️ In This Video You’ll Learn:
✔️ How to import and optimize AI images in IMAGr
✔️ Which settings give you the cleanest engraving results
✔️ How to export from IMAGr and set up in LightBurn
✔️ Tips for engraving on birch plywood
✔️ Real-time look at the engraving process and final results
💡 Tools & Software Used:
➡️ Midjourney AI for Obtaining Images
➡️ IMAGr (Free online image processing tool for lasers)
➡️ LightBurn (Laser control & editing software)
➡️ CO2 Laser Engraver
➡️ Birch Wood
🔗 Key Topics Covered in this video tutorial:
AI image engraving, laser engrave AI art, LightBurn tutorial, IMAGr settings, how to engrave images on wood, AI to laser workflow, image to engraving, LightBurn image setup, laser engraving wood, birch plywood laser tips
👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment below if you have questions or want to see more tutorials like this!
#LaserEngraving #AIArt #LightBurn #IMAGr #WoodEngraving #Makerspace #DIYLaser #LaserCutting
🎥 Watch until the end to see the final results of applying the techniques I share in this tutorial.
⏰Timecodes⏰
00:00 Introduction
00:43 images
01:04 Background on Why ImagR
01:45 Image Selection from Midjourney
03:05 Prompt Wors I U/se in Midjourney
03:25 Step by Step IMAGR Process
06:15 Step by Step Lightburn Process
07:25 Laser Settings
11:05 Laser Engraving Image
11:25 Closing Statements
Links to Items Discussed in this video:
👉 IMAGR Software: https://www.imag-r.com/
📢 Follow me on [social media if applicable] for more behind-the-scenes updates!
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robsandstromdesigns/
#Vlog #ProjectUpdates #MakerCommunity #CreativeProcess
👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robsandstromdesigns1/
👉 Website: https://robsandstromdesigns.com/
All Music Provided via Epidemic Sound Subscription
This video is not sponsored.
Equipment and Software I Use
Specialty Equipment:
Laguna EX CO2 Laser - 150W
Laguna IQ CNC
Bamboo Printers: X1C and P1S
Laser Design Software: Lightburn
CNC Design Software: vCarve Pro https://www.vectric.com/products/vcar...
Editing Software:
Camtasia: https://amzn.to/3TQv8nG
CapCut Pro used for Captions: Download CapCut Desktop to get 7 days of free CapCut Pro: https://www.capcut.com/capcut_pc_web/...
Camera: Sony a6700 https://amzn.to/3PALT3Q
Computer: MacBook Pro: https://amzn.to/3xhRTrO
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