The Hill Country CNC & Woodworking Blog
Or, Royce’s thoughts. I am probably exactly like every other blogger in the world; I think I know things. Truthfully, in much of my journey in CNC, Lasers and traditional woodworking, I DON”T know anything. But, I do know that once I figure these things out, I can and do share them with you. I want you to make the same quality woodwork with your tool, be it a CNC, a laser, or a chisel that I want to. Come along with me and learn from my learning. My mistakes and successes, I canhelp you get to where I am at!
Top 3 Beginner CNC Bits
Choosing your first three CNC bits can be daunting, in this article I try to...
Picture of a TEAM of Boy Scouts on top of “old Baldy” at Philmont. We went with the intent...
Small Business Tax Deductions & Write-Offs (2023)
This article is a list if items that several groups...
What is the difference between a Diode, CO2 & Fiber Optic Laser?
In this article we are comparing...
What is a CO2 Engraving Laser?
A CO2 Engraving Laser uses high voltage electricity to excite...
These are the best hobbyist CNC Surfacing Bits I have used in 2023.
After a while in an industry, you...
My top 7 favorite CNC bits!
I recommend specific bits below when talking about my...
Picture of a Glowforge desktop style CO2 laser.
What is the best option for choosing the best desptop...
Picture of an Amana Tool 51454-Z CNC, SC Spiral O Single Flute, ZrN Coated Aluminum Cutting Bit.
What...
Stoic Strategies for the Woodworker
I personally love woodworking, but in the art form I have recognized...
Today I just wanted to discuss, in my opinion, the top 3 CNC softwares on the market in 2023.
And just...
A list Veteran Organizations I appreciate!
Hey everyone, just taking another...
Hey folks, just another “how I do it blog.” Today I am talking about my right-hand tool… The J-Tech Digital...
That Wooden Flag
Sometimes I forget that this blog is for me, just that, a blog. A place that I can take...
Understanding these concepts will extend the life of your bit and make your projects better.
There...
These are 3 great ideas to get you wood crafting TODAY!
#1. Rustic Wooden Letters
This is a great idea...
Can a Woodwork/CNC/Laser Craft Small Business Survive a Recession?
In this article I will discuss...
What is a CNC machine?
As a CNC operator and geek I get this question all the time so naturally, I have...
Understanding these two key bits can really help you start or move forward with your CNC dreams.
Diagram...
These are ten ideas to get your small business CNC making money!
#1. Tie Hanger.
I personally really...
Yes, you can! I have flattened End Grain Charcuterie Boards with no issue.
What I will say because...
I made a poll, because honestly this is me learning too about what materials people really like working...
So, I just wanted to bring up my thoughts on using stains for your woodwork and how to make better decisions...
So when creating Tabs on your CNC work, what size do you use?
I don’t have an easy answer for this...
So again, the Ronin does what it does. I can only speak to my experiences and with software I really...
So the standard CNC question. Can you make money with a CNC machine? Quick answer, YES you can make money...
This is my honest depiction of what it actually took me to run my CNC.
This article is about what it...