Think It. Make It. Podcast Episode #008 – From Beginner To Amazon Handmade Seller With Mike Winn

Mike Winn is a first time CNC’er who has not only learned how to design and program his CNC machine, but he turned his hobby into a profitable business. As you can see from the photos below, Mike is very creative and produces some very high quality items on his machine. We discuss a lot of different aspects on CNC operation and product design, in addition to the following: * Using a CNC machine to start a side business * Using Amazon’s Handmade service for crafters to sell items* Utilizing scrap wood to make items to sell. Sometimes old furniture that someone is throwing out can have good quality wood to make projects with little to no material cost.* Making fixtures on and for a CNC machine* Programs and applications for 3D design and CAM work* Perils of running a CNC machine unattended* Making CNC puzzles – Consider MakeCNC.com for already designed CNC puzzle files* TIP – Using machining allowance to allow clearance with a roughing toolpath to make room for a finishing end mill.* Using rigid foam insulation board for testing projects and when learning to use a CNC* Importance of Dust Collection* Making Edge-lit Acrylic Signs* How to make a multi-color edge lit sign (See American flag sign below)* Making Dominos on a CNC* Use less expensive bits when learning but invest in good quality tooling when you are looking for the best output quality and performance. Links * Vectric Software* Sketchup* Amazon Handmade* Fusion 360* Amana Tool* MakeCNC* G-Wizard Speed and Feed Software* Delta Dust Shoe

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The Think It. Make It. Podcast is for you, the CNC hobbyist, business or maker, and all the amazing things you can create with this technology. Think It - take any idea you have, whether it be for hobby, home, fun or business and realize that you can create it. Make It - with the use of CNC and 3D printing technology, you can easily turn your ideas into reality. The podcast will highlight interviews with fellow CNC'ers that are using their machines for hobby and business. We will also discuss software, materials, tooling, as well as variety of tips and tricks that can help you expand what you can create with a CNC machine. We will also focus on starting a business with a CNC and how you can turn a hobby into income. The Think It. Make It. Podcast is brought to you by Stepcraft, a world leader in CNC technology and is hosted by Erick Royer, the Director for Stepcraft, Inc. out of Connecticut USA. While the podcast is sponsored by Stepcraft, it will have content for everyone, no matter what CNC you own or what experience level you have. The Think It. Make It. Podcast is for anyone who has an idea and wants to turn it into reality.