Thank you for the hard work on this one. Never seen anything like it before. Sorry for the loss of your Grandson. I can't imagine it. I'm sure your daughter will treasure this.
Thank you Garrett for taking the time to make this video. I too have worked almost 50 years in machine tool manufacturing and tire mold manufacturing both as a machinist running cnc and then as manufacturing engineer programing cnc's. I purchased an I2r cnc router last year about 9 months before I retired and have been looking for a niche as a business and I think I just may have found it after watching this video. So again thanks.
I couldn't agree more Lynn! I didn't want to let it go either once i finished this project! The heartfelt projects are the best ones to make. Wouldn't you agree
HOLY COW GARRETT!!! You totally hit this out of the park!!! Fantastic tutorial!! Definitely going to give this a shot. I watched it all the way through and will watch it in steps as I do it. Thanks again. I know it was emotional for you as well.
Hey Garrett, amazing job, im blown away from this project. I am a beginner in this feild and have been watching your videos for guidance. I had recently bought a xcarve and just recently finished building it. Im at work currently but plan to start up the xcarve when i get home. I have purchased a basic startup kit from inventables so that i can really take it step by step and truly learn the process. Thank you for creating your youtube channel and podcast you be my go to from here on out. I really do plan to reach out to you once i get the basics down first so that im not wasting your time. Your awesome for helping us newbies and veterans out there i can you that. I have so much to learn, and im happy to find you during my search. Thank you again for all you have provided so far because its a blessing. I wish you greater success growing the channel and cant wait to have a one on one in the future.
Hi Dro Kilo. I am excited you have taken the dive into CNC. I can see in your words that you are fired up about it. Yes, take your time. A tip, you would never be wasting my time. I'm here no matter what stage you're at.
I haven’t bought a cnc yet but I hung in there with ya. Amazing skills and really motivating. I see this is going to take some real concentration and going slow. Really enjoyed. God Bless. Sorry for your families loss but what a great memory.
Thanks for the thoughts about the loss. From my history, I have learned to always look for the light in every darkness. It inspired me to do this video which has helped others get rolling.
I started out with a 3D printer and am on my 3rd one of those and about to be on my second CNC. I use Fusion 360 for CAD/CAM as I use it for other things besides carving. BUT, that may be changing soon, I would like to try using it for carving. Baby steps.
You have gone over and above helping everyone! I wish I had the teaching ability as you do. Getting better and better every video! Thank you so much Garrett. I would save the early version as a template for easy use next time.
Most youtubers would spend a month on that video and spread it out over that month. I know how it gets when designing for to many hours at ounce lol. Again: thank you very much!
Thank you! Hung in for the full video. I think I’m going to tackle some day. Have a set of twins coming in the family and this project would be awesome. Love your video’s!!! Thank you for your time. Much appreciated!!
Hi Garrett: I'm more than impressed. This type of project, one with emotional ties, is what I am hoping to accomplish with the glass engraving. Thanks, Brother.
with such a short attention span as mine, it was hard to watch all the way through but I did it. Thank you for this. I also downloaded the video so I can watch it again
Hi Garrett, I am still hanging around😁 This was a very complex project you've put your mind to, but oh, I cannot wait to see the end result and as usual, I know it's going to come out just Awesome🙌 Thank you so much for sharing this technique, learning so so much.
I am in the middle of this, watching you draw around the grey areas. I have worked in Photoshop for over 20 years (hobby). I have a Wacom tablet and pen that makes tasks like these much easier! I am loving this!
Phillip, you are so right. I have been on the fence about buying a Wacom tablet for years, it might be my next good investment! Thanks for the tip brother!
This took an insane amount of effort, which you share publically to help everyone feel the same emotion and excitement that is obvious in your videos. Thank you Garrett, I'll try this in a tiny scale on a little Nikodem Bartnik CNC machine I just built. I hear your point to increase the scan lines when going bigger so I might need to reduce lines going smaller, hopefully not, I'll be sure to get the Wigetworks tip from your link (if that works to order from Aus). Huge thank you, for sharing your hard and smart work, hopefully the end result is a lot of happy parents with, as you put it, a nightlight/keepsafe/backlit/underlit Glass or Acrylic engraving of their Baby scan. (in case those keywords help get your message out)
Jason, you're so welcome. Glad you enjoyed it brother! It's my pleasure. I'm excited for you to give this a try on your machine. Be sure to send over a picture, I'd love to see!
@@IDCWoodcraft I've been binge watching your content and looking at either buying a longmill or building my own. Just out of interest, why do you use the makita router instead of a vfd spindle setup? Do you have to adjust the ram on the making depending on the job or does your longmill control all that?
@@benjicollins1 I use the Makita router because I teach beginners. And most beginners start off with trim router machines. As far as the question about RAM, I don't understand exactly what you're asking
Epic project. Very cool. Thanks so much for posting this. Truly a labour of love for your family. As I watched I was speculating about doing this with wood, first painting it black then etching out the design. Of course a guy could use a laser on wood to get the inverse effect and maybe a bit of greyscale. Lots of things to experiment with. Cheers, you’ve earned a beer at least ha ha.
Still here mate. I'm in awe of the amount of work you have put into this. I'm very sorry for your loss. This must be very hard for you. Rest in peace little one.
@@IDCWoodcraft so your finished project is it framed and led lights installed some how ? I’ve been thinking about the project all, just how outside the box thinking that is. 😊
@@craigwesson1788 Yes this is a total outside the box thinking project. I will probably shoot another video on it because I had got a much better and faster technique. You can buy LED lighting from Amazon and build it up in a frame.
Good Morning Garrett I enjoy watching Stumpy Nubs, especially his Cool Tools videos the latest video has a mention of a CNC bit manufacturer here in the USA. They have a great selection and a coating that doubles the life of the bit. The name of the business is called Bits and Bits Take care and have a thoughtful day, we’ve lost a lot of great people defending our Rights and Privileges. Thanks again; LT
Hi Lyle. I am familiar with Bits n bits. With all my CNC years of experience, I have come to find that coating, although it helps, is not so much a tool life enhancement. they do have good bits since I purchased from them in earlier days. Of course, I now source bits as well these days.
@@IDCWoodcraft so a minor issue hope you can help with. I watched how you said to use a profile cut. when I went to do that with mine (BTW, i am running VCARVE PRO 11.5 with Longmill CNC Mk 2 30x30. Anyways, in tool paths, i can click on tools and see diamond drag bits both in vetric and in the Db I downloaded from you for the bits I ordered from you.) so my problem is when I go to anything except quick engraving toolpath, i can't select a diamond drag bit. when I try to add a tool, it doesn't have an option for a drag bit... any thoughts on what I am doing wrong?
@@williamhildreth9905 The diamond drag bit is listed as an engraving tool, so it will only show up in the engraving toolpath. If you wanted to show up in another toolpath you have to change it from an engraving tool to an end mill. Does that make sense
Garrett, you're quite the magician! Amazing video. I will be trying this immeddiately. I'm wondering if you tried some of the suggestions, such as using Photoshop or Paintshop Pro to see if they actually save time? Your commitment to teaching other is unbelievable and deserving of all the positive comments below. You do an excellent job. Few people have your talent and teaching abilities. If you have any suggestions to improve the process since you created this video, I'd be interested in learning what those are. I've been watching your videos the past few weeks and I'm learning so much!!! Thank you again for your generosity with you time. I'm not quite sure how to set up the light you suggested when actually etching the glass. If you could give a bit more detail on that, I would be appreciative.
Robert, thanks brother I'm truly humbled by all your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed it! As for trying out Photoshop or Paintshop, I haven't given them a try for myself yet although I'm sure they would work great for a project like this one here. You could definitely set up the light while etching but I would recommend setting up the light afterwards, it will make your life a lot easier!
You have gained a new Brazilian subscriber! This is a totally AMAZING project that I would never be able to think about or imagine! And it really took a long time to complete. But the completion of this project was gratifying. Thanks for sharing your knowledge! How long did the machine take to machine? This reminds me of a time when I machined Santos Dumont in MDF and it took me more than 18 hours to machine. I already have a CNC as a hobby and I'm trying to profit from it. And watching your videos gave me very solid ideas, which will help me in my future projects! So finally thank you Master! Thanks Garret!
Garrett, absolutely fantastic! I can see the tedium abounds here in something like that. As others have stated, your method and generosity in sharing is much appreciated. I also think that a tablet, pen and a quality graphic editing software would be your friend 💯. I use Paintshop Pro which is highly functional of great quality. While its not as sophisticated as photoshop in the eyes of Adobeites, it is an affordable option that I've been using for over 20 years. Tha k you Sir!
Roy, glad you enjoyed it brother! You're so welcome! I'm glad to be a part of your CNC journey and to pass along all that I can. I've heard great things about Paintshop Pro, I'll have to check it out myself!
Saturday night... my wife and I are still hanging around. We are very intrigued. You mentioned at the beginning that you're there in a consultant role... I have a feeling you might be doing business with a pair of Canadians soon. I figure you'll speak to that more as we get closer to the end!
Hi Michael. It's not often there is a team watching these video. I'll be interested in what you have on your mind. Canadian, American...what's the difference when it comes to creating stuff? We're all in this together.
Garrett, I hung in there twice and followed doing a test sonogram! This is very interesting and very informative. I can see the potential as a very unique gift. I have a granddaughter that is pregnant and considering using her as my test customer (no charge - a gift). I will let you know the outcome when it all happens.
Hi Garret, just watched your video. Here's a suggestion - if you were to Import the image into Photoshop and use the posterize filter, you can actually set the number of levels of grey you want and thereby more clearly define the borders between the shades. Then import the modified bitmap into VCarve and use the trace command on the image and adjust it till it you get the level of definition you desire between the different grays, use the quick engrave to create vectors and then go in with the node tool and adjust them. It seems like you could save a ton of time. Good effort.
Hi Covert. I do not have photoshop. However, your idea is something I was tossing around with the vectric software using the tracing feature with colors. Thank you!!! Keep the suggestions coming!
Nice work but.... did you consider tracing the bitmap playing with shades? I think it would spare you a lot of hours of necessary eye strain staring at "50 shades of gray" :)
@@IDCWoodcraft Here is one "quick'n'dirty" th-cam.com/video/jZpsHoZ2zMs/w-d-xo.html It is the acual time needed to create it. You can notice a pause (no cursor movement), had to answer the door :)
i wonder what this would look like with painted black glass and did a drag with the inverted image, it would probably help it be easier to mount with a backlight in a nice frame. not sure if the paint would interfere with the drag or leave little bits of color in it.
Matt, I'm sure that would look awesome with the black paint. I agree though, it might take some troubleshooting and experimenting with a few different types of paint to see what works best. Let me now if you end up trying it out!
@@IDCWoodcraft I gotta save up some money man. I don't want to go cheap. Those ones go bad real fast, I have learned that. Thanks for the reply. Great videos. Your channel got even my mother into CNC.
Awesome project. As I am new to CNC, it is great to see what can be done and something to strive for. Also the ability to manipulate the software to accomplish this was awesome to watch as well. Thank you so much for taking the time to build the project, video it and publish it. Is there a special type of glass to consider using on a project like this? Thanks again!
accessiblecruisetravel-dre3383, I am excited for you brother! You can typically display this in a frame with a backlight. That would be your best bet for designs like this.
Hey Garrett, First thank you again for directing me to this video. I learned so much. Have a small issue trying to figure out. I have Vetric VCarve Pro. I also downloaded your bit db and have many of your bits. I purchased my Widgetworks drag bit. when I look in the tool path area under bits, I see the diamond drag bits. both from yours and from Vetric. but when I select a tool path (profile) and go to select the tool, i can't find the bits. PS I am running v11.5 Any suggestions to what I am doing wrong. If I select quick engraving tool path, I can do the text I have and fill it in, but how do I just etch the rest of the project?
Great video. Very creative thought process. Interesting way to make the tool you have (CNC router) do something like this. I'd use my laser instead - a half-hour of image prep because it will do the grayscale bitmap just need to adjust contrast & trim unwanted stuff from the image and then hit the go button. The laser won't do justice to it on glass but would be perfect for acrylic or even wood. If glass is the material this is the way to go though. I also like the initial scanline technique - even with a grayscale engrave of the bitmap on acrylic, it might be a cool addition to add the first set of scanlines to emphasize the "sonogram scan" aesthetic.
Hi Jim. It is definitely an interesting project. I would like to see if I can play with greyscale in an easier way. Glass is one medium. I think acrylic would be better.
Garrett, when running the drag bit have you used any oil with it? When cutting glass, we’ve always used some mineral spirits to keep the glass powder under control and keeps seems to keep our cutters sharper. Just curious of your experience with the tool. Thanks, great video!!!
Hi Chris. I don;t find glass dust to be an issues since the unit never spins. However, I think the idea is good to extend tool life. I can also see how it completely keeps the dust under control. Great idea.
Cool! I'm only halfway through this, but very intrigued, ...because I think I could devise a way in Photoshop to do this in a fraction of the time, but I'm not sure yet. I'll have to play with it sometime, and see what I can do, and see if I'm able to convert it to something that VCarve can utilize. Hmmmmmmm.....
I recently did a similar project and attempted the "scan lines" in a similar fashion and struggled. I was making arc lines, not circles and now I know why it didn't perform as expected. Great tut.
@@ChristcrossCrafts Yes. When I get worn down on doing long videos, I always remember it always produces the best results when I don;t rush things and make they are done as right as I can.
You can easily generate those intensity profiles automatically with a vector graphics package like *Inkscape* using the 'trace bitmap' feature and appropriate threshold settings and path simplification. I would have done all the main work in a vector graphics program and just imported the resulting SVG file into my preferred CNC package. 🙂
Brilliant, Thank you Garret-awesome all the way around. I was going to do something similar with my first child back in the early 90's, Silk screening the ultrasound image. Now that I'm starting out in CNC and learning on my SainSmart 3018, (Hind site only happens when you do it anyways) I'm debating purchasing the 30x30 LongMill and after gaining some usable skills this would be a great Project. Thanks again for a very informative video. Who gives a dam how long the video is from criminy sakes its 2021 technology skip forward, keep it up. I tell people their lucky it wasn't a 35 mm film.
Hey Mike. Yeah, i stopped appologizing for long videos. It is what people have asked for...step-by-step. I'm glad to see you getting ready to step up to a better machine. When do you plan on going for it? Will you do me a favor when you order it...can you use the link I have in the descriptions of the videos or from my website? It helps me out a bit. Thanks. and let me know when you order it. I'll do the happy dance for you!
Great work maybe we could use the bit map tracing in the color mode then select 3 colors. This may help creat those circles then delete the one you don’t want
Garrett you have been showing me a lot about wood design... omg I am now wanting to do glass!!! 2 things... what program did you use to etch the glass? In a previous comment someone said they used the Wacom tablet and pen... I have one, did you every get one if so did you use it... I am very curious how to use it with Vcarve.
Carolen, I used Vetric for this one my friend. Sorry, I didn't try out the Wacom tablet/pen so I'm not sure if this ones a good option but you could definitely give it a shot and see what you think!
@@IDCWoodcraft ok thanks! i also read that not all diamonds are made for all materials. also angle does matter. Are Widget Works made of a certain material? I am not in the US so i have to find a manufacturer in Europe to get my tools from that i can use with glass .
@@richardtepas4832 widget works makes diamond engravers for industrial applications. Some of the companies they sell to are general motors, Campbell soup, and even the national aeronautics space administration. Having been an engineer, I understand the standards companies have to stand up to when they sell a companies like these. Would your works also has a 90° replacement tip. I always recommend that as well
So in the video you said the diamond engraving bit should cut at .05" but you set it to .1" in the video. But then later in the video you said .005" inches. So I am confused which depth that bit should cut at :)
I'm using vCarve and was following along. I was about halfway through the video and very frustrated because when all Levels were turned on the result didn't look anything like the sonogram. I finally figured out that, even though I was working on the White Cut Level, I needed to have the image selected so it would show the true white spots. When the image is not selected the white spots are much much larger and that is what I was outlining. I thought I'd mention this in case someone else is doing the same thing.
Good call Dan, This project gets complex really quick. It can be hard to keep track of everything. Thanks for wanting to help out another brother or sister CNC'er!
Wow amazing sir good job . I learned so much from this video also from others . Are u thinking to buy laser cutter ? I have cnc machine also and I do project as well but I was thinking to buy laser as well .
I like the video, but I think this is way too much work to prep for my router. I am building a MP-CNC router now, so I don't know how this software works yet, but seams like there should be a way to use Inkscape's "Trace Bitmap" feature to get the vectors needed. I think I will try a project like this, but I will use my laser. That way I can just burn the image on acrylic and not rebuild it from scratch and can be done with the entire project in about 1 hour. Thanks for the video. Thank you for the ideas.
@@IDCWoodcraft I have 2 lasers. A 20 watt diode laser that was about $300.00. The other, a 60 watt CO2 laser I got for about $1700.00 from china. Very cheap, but does everything I need. I am building my first CNC router. From what I see, creating tool path is a lot more complicated. I will be watching this channel for more info.
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Thank you for the hard work on this one. Never seen anything like it before. Sorry for the loss of your Grandson. I can't imagine it. I'm sure your daughter will treasure this.
Robots, glad you liked this video brother. Thank you for your support. Its so special when something like a CNC project can mean so much to someone.
Garrett! Great work-Its definitely a labor of love! Thank you.🤓🤓🤯
Sylvia, it really is! Thank you!
Thank you Garrett, best channel ever for anyone wanting to learn cnc.
Shaine, you are so welcome brother!
Hey Garrett, I love this project. Very complex, but very desirable.
Duane, so glad you like this project. The results speak for themselves.
Thanks for taking the time to share this with us
357ff, my pleasure it's such a fun project!
I will definitely be revisting this video again.
Duane, glad to hear it brother! Glass engraving is an amazing technique.
Thank you Garrett for taking the time to make this video. I too have worked almost 50 years in machine tool manufacturing and tire mold manufacturing both as a machinist running cnc and then as manufacturing engineer programing cnc's. I purchased an I2r cnc router last year about 9 months before I retired and have been looking for a niche as a business and I think I just may have found it after watching this video. So again thanks.
Joe, wow you have some awesome manufacturing experiences! I'm so glad this video helped! I'm so excited to see what you end up creating!
Hi Garret, that was awesome! I'm learning so much watching your videos. Thanks so much!
Davidahles, you are so welcome my friend! Happy CNCing.
Unbelievable! That is gorgeous! Any mom would love this! Not sure I could let it go after all the work that goes into that project.
I couldn't agree more Lynn! I didn't want to let it go either once i finished this project! The heartfelt projects are the best ones to make. Wouldn't you agree
Garrett Awesome job in this class this was amazing
Keithy, glad you liked this one my friend!
Garrett, what an amazing project. I am in total awe of your patience and expertice. Thank you for putting this video together.
Hey Reg. Thank you This one was definitely a cool project...and meaningful!
HOLY COW GARRETT!!!
You totally hit this out of the park!!!
Fantastic tutorial!! Definitely going to give this a shot. I watched it all the way through and will watch it in steps as I do it. Thanks again. I know it was emotional for you as well.
Thanks Mike. I definitely can't wait to see what you do with this idea
Great job Garret. Thanks for putting so much effort into making this tutorial. I envy you for your patience. Again great job.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Hi Don. Believe me, it takes a lot of patience.
Hey Garrett, amazing job, im blown away from this project. I am a beginner in this feild and have been watching your videos for guidance. I had recently bought a xcarve and just recently finished building it. Im at work currently but plan to start up the xcarve when i get home. I have purchased a basic startup kit from inventables so that i can really take it step by step and truly learn the process. Thank you for creating your youtube channel and podcast you be my go to from here on out. I really do plan to reach out to you once i get the basics down first so that im not wasting your time. Your awesome for helping us newbies and veterans out there i can you that. I have so much to learn, and im happy to find you during my search. Thank you again for all you have provided so far because its a blessing. I wish you greater success growing the channel and cant wait to have a one on one in the future.
Hi Dro Kilo. I am excited you have taken the dive into CNC. I can see in your words that you are fired up about it. Yes, take your time. A tip, you would never be wasting my time. I'm here no matter what stage you're at.
I haven’t bought a cnc yet but I hung in there with ya. Amazing skills and really motivating. I see this is going to take some real concentration and going slow. Really enjoyed. God Bless. Sorry for your families loss but what a great memory.
Thanks for the thoughts about the loss. From my history, I have learned to always look for the light in every darkness. It inspired me to do this video which has helped others get rolling.
I started out with a 3D printer and am on my 3rd one of those and about to be on my second CNC. I use Fusion 360 for CAD/CAM as I use it for other things besides carving. BUT, that may be changing soon, I would like to try using it for carving. Baby steps.
I have to say, this is very clever.
ElCid, glad you liked this video brother!
You have gone over and above helping everyone! I wish I had the teaching ability as you do. Getting better and better every video! Thank you so much Garrett. I would save the early version as a template for easy use next time.
Thanks Chevy. This one took me a bit over the edge since it was a 2 day investment to do it. I'm thinking this was a little too much for me.
Most youtubers would spend a month on that video and spread it out over that month. I know how it gets when designing for to many hours at ounce lol. Again: thank you very much!
Thank you! Hung in for the full video. I think I’m going to tackle some day. Have a set of twins coming in the family and this project would be awesome. Love your video’s!!! Thank you for your time. Much appreciated!!
Hey David! That's so awesome congrats to your family! I'd love to see your project of the twins when you're done!
Wow!!! Watched the whole video and this is to another level. I yet still have to master the basics. Amazing work. Thanks for this tutorial.
Hi Juan. It is pretty incredible when you really get into the CNC stuff. Thank you for your kind words.
Hi Garrett: I'm more than impressed. This type of project, one with emotional ties, is what I am hoping to accomplish with the glass engraving. Thanks, Brother.
Norman, right on brother I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to seeing your's next!
Great video Garrett. Thanks for all the time you put into furthering our CNC education.
Thanks Randy
with such a short attention span as mine, it was hard to watch all the way through but I did it. Thank you for this. I also downloaded the video so I can watch it again
Hi Terry. Thanks for hanging around on this
awesome work can't wait to do my own for my grandson
John, you're going to love doing this!
made it all the way through, great job to you Garrett
pedersonscountrywoodworkin6967, glad you liked this one brother!
Hi Garrett, I watched this from beginning to end, and learned a lot in the process. Amazing tutorial! Keep up the awesome videos!
Hi Mike. thanks for sticking around! Hope your CNC'ing is going well.
Very cool I just got some diamond drag bits and after watching your video I can’t wait to try this!
Hi Bad. My friend, I want to see your project when you get it designed! be sure to send pictures!
Hi Garrett, I am still hanging around😁 This was a very complex project you've put your mind to, but oh, I cannot wait to see the end result and as usual, I know it's going to come out just Awesome🙌 Thank you so much for sharing this technique, learning so so much.
Andthen7767, hope you enjoyed it! This one is such a cool project!
I'm Still hanging around and I am learning a tremendous amount as always.
Roy, happy to have you here brother! Keep learning everything you can.
I am in the middle of this, watching you draw around the grey areas. I have worked in Photoshop for over 20 years (hobby). I have a Wacom tablet and pen that makes tasks like these much easier! I am loving this!
Phillip, you are so right. I have been on the fence about buying a Wacom tablet for years, it might be my next good investment! Thanks for the tip brother!
Longest time I've sat still for. WOW What a video. Absolutely love learning on this channel. Well done Sir.
Hi Phil. Thank you Sir. It was a long one for sure!
Awesome! I really enjoy the way you instruct. Thanks Garrett!
Allsource. I so missed this comment. I'm sorry. Thank you for your compliment.
This took an insane amount of effort, which you share publically to help everyone feel the same emotion and excitement that is obvious in your videos.
Thank you Garrett, I'll try this in a tiny scale on a little Nikodem Bartnik CNC machine I just built. I hear your point to increase the scan lines when going bigger so I might need to reduce lines going smaller, hopefully not, I'll be sure to get the Wigetworks tip from your link (if that works to order from Aus).
Huge thank you, for sharing your hard and smart work, hopefully the end result is a lot of happy parents with, as you put it, a nightlight/keepsafe/backlit/underlit Glass or Acrylic engraving of their Baby scan. (in case those keywords help get your message out)
Jason, you're so welcome. Glad you enjoyed it brother! It's my pleasure. I'm excited for you to give this a try on your machine. Be sure to send over a picture, I'd love to see!
Thank you Sir I learnt so much. Amazing project.
Paul, you are so welcome my friend.
Still here, this Is stunning, thanks you, hope some day i can buy a cnc and make this
Sebe...someday, you will have that machine. so, what is the date of that someday?
Just found your channel. Absolutely love this project. Thanks so much for the quality content and tutorials on all things CNC.
Hi Ben. Welcome aboard. thank you. I hope I can keep delivering for you. Always open to video suggestions.
@@IDCWoodcraft I've been binge watching your content and looking at either buying a longmill or building my own. Just out of interest, why do you use the makita router instead of a vfd spindle setup? Do you have to adjust the ram on the making depending on the job or does your longmill control all that?
@@benjicollins1 I use the Makita router because I teach beginners. And most beginners start off with trim router machines. As far as the question about RAM, I don't understand exactly what you're asking
@@IDCWoodcraft sorry autocorrect 😆. I meant rpm on the makita.
@@benjicollins1 this is a drag bit. RPM is zero
Epic project. Very cool. Thanks so much for posting this. Truly a labour of love for your family. As I watched I was speculating about doing this with wood, first painting it black then etching out the design. Of course a guy could use a laser on wood to get the inverse effect and maybe a bit of greyscale. Lots of things to experiment with. Cheers, you’ve earned a beer at least ha ha.
Hi J. There are so many ways to do this, it isn't funny. Let your iimagination roll!
Great work Garrett. I will give it a go in the next few weeks. Will get in touch.
Hi Freek. If you do, make sure to send a picture.
Garret this project would be awesome on a mirror with a nice wood frame.
Richard, I agree! It would be the centerpiece of someone's home.
Once again you explain everything so well and I can't wait to try this . By the way I'm new to cnc
Barry, welcome to the world of CNC brother. Glad to hear this one helped you.
Is an amazing work!!!. I like it.🏆
Alfredo, thanks a lot! It's such a fun project and so rewarding to see the final product!
Still here mate. I'm in awe of the amount of work you have put into this. I'm very sorry for your loss. This must be very hard for you. Rest in peace little one.
It was a difficult time. 5 years later, my daughter still struggles with it.
Awesome work that is slick.....
Thanks Dan. It is definitely a cool project.
Well done Sir! I enjoy your explanation & work flow Thank you for your time
Thanks Kevin!!!! And you are welcome!
A very involved piece. I look forward to creating these! A great learning adventure!
Hi Wayne. This is your baby now...
Wow that was intense and so amazing
Hi Dee. Thanks. What did you like about the ultrasound project the most?
@@IDCWoodcraft i liked the process. I have the same software but it made want to try it on the software i do have and hope to some what recreate it
Brilliant. Wow. Hung in there. But man that’s some job ! Love the instruction as usual 😊
Hi Craig. Yes, this is a very cool project indeed
@@IDCWoodcraft so your finished project is it framed and led lights installed some how ? I’ve been thinking about the project all, just how outside the box thinking that is. 😊
@@craigwesson1788 Yes this is a total outside the box thinking project. I will probably shoot another video on it because I had got a much better and faster technique. You can buy LED lighting from Amazon and build it up in a frame.
@@IDCWoodcraft Well I would love to see another video on it. It’s fascinating !
Good Morning Garrett
I enjoy watching Stumpy Nubs, especially his Cool Tools videos the latest video has a mention of a CNC bit manufacturer here in the USA. They have a great selection and a coating that doubles the life of the bit.
The name of the business is called Bits and Bits
Take care and have a thoughtful day, we’ve lost a lot of great people defending our Rights and Privileges.
Thanks again;
LT
Hi Lyle. I am familiar with Bits n bits. With all my CNC years of experience, I have come to find that coating, although it helps, is not so much a tool life enhancement. they do have good bits since I purchased from them in earlier days. Of course, I now source bits as well these days.
Thanks a lot for this! Its defiantly mind warping to think this through, but I can see doing a lot of different things with this.
Hi Mike. yes this has a ton of potential.
Hi Garrett, another great video. I’m definitely gonna try this as soon as I get back to my computer. I wish Vetric would run on Mac’s or my iPad.
Hey Tim. Can't wait to see what you do here.
Yes, you and many others wish Vectric would do that.
Amazing work Garrett! The results are fantastic, well worth the time and effort. Keep up the great tutorials.
Thanks Paul. I'll keep em coming!
Thanks for sending me the link Garret
My widget just arrived today
Can’t wait to try it
William, congrats brother! Shoot over a picture or two once you get your first project carved with the new engraver. Id like to see them.
@@IDCWoodcraft
so a minor issue hope you can help with. I watched how you said to use a profile cut. when I went to do that with mine (BTW, i am running VCARVE PRO 11.5 with Longmill CNC Mk 2 30x30. Anyways, in tool paths, i can click on tools and see diamond drag bits both in vetric and in the Db I downloaded from you for the bits I ordered from you.) so my problem is when I go to anything except quick engraving toolpath, i can't select a diamond drag bit. when I try to add a tool, it doesn't have an option for a drag bit... any thoughts on what I am doing wrong?
@@williamhildreth9905 The diamond drag bit is listed as an engraving tool, so it will only show up in the engraving toolpath. If you wanted to show up in another toolpath you have to change it from an engraving tool to an end mill. Does that make sense
This was very informative. Great work. It looks great.
Hi Ryan. thank you.
Jeez Garrett! I been doing this all my adult life for the NSA..... Just think of trajectories for your arks and you have my career!
Wow, you mean I've been getting into rocket science?
@@IDCWoodcraft It's not rocket science, it's just a lot of '1's' and '0''s'..... :-)
Garrett, you're quite the magician! Amazing video. I will be trying this immeddiately. I'm wondering if you tried some of the suggestions, such as using Photoshop or Paintshop Pro to see if they actually save time? Your commitment to teaching other is unbelievable and deserving of all the positive comments below. You do an excellent job. Few people have your talent and teaching abilities. If you have any suggestions to improve the process since you created this video, I'd be interested in learning what those are. I've been watching your videos the past few weeks and I'm learning so much!!! Thank you again for your generosity with you time. I'm not quite sure how to set up the light you suggested when actually etching the glass. If you could give a bit more detail on that, I would be appreciative.
Robert, thanks brother I'm truly humbled by all your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed it! As for trying out Photoshop or Paintshop, I haven't given them a try for myself yet although I'm sure they would work great for a project like this one here. You could definitely set up the light while etching but I would recommend setting up the light afterwards, it will make your life a lot easier!
Incredible idea. Great work
Thanks Bob
Oh this is so cool! I wish I could do this for my wife.
HI Bengston. At least you know how to do it if you want to for her.
You have gained a new Brazilian subscriber! This is a totally AMAZING project that I would never be able to think about or imagine! And it really took a long time to complete. But the completion of this project was gratifying. Thanks for sharing your knowledge! How long did the machine take to machine? This reminds me of a time when I machined Santos Dumont in MDF and it took me more than 18 hours to machine. I already have a CNC as a hobby and I'm trying to profit from it. And watching your videos gave me very solid ideas, which will help me in my future projects! So finally thank you Master! Thanks Garret!
Hi Eduardo! Welcome to the community. There really is no limit to what we can do with a CNC. The project engraved in about 45 minutes.
Garrett, absolutely fantastic! I can see the tedium abounds here in something like that. As others have stated, your method and generosity in sharing is much appreciated. I also think that a tablet, pen and a quality graphic editing software would be your friend 💯. I use Paintshop Pro which is highly functional of great quality. While its not as sophisticated as photoshop in the eyes of Adobeites, it is an affordable option that I've been using for over 20 years. Tha k you Sir!
Roy, glad you enjoyed it brother! You're so welcome! I'm glad to be a part of your CNC journey and to pass along all that I can. I've heard great things about Paintshop Pro, I'll have to check it out myself!
Saturday night... my wife and I are still hanging around. We are very intrigued. You mentioned at the beginning that you're there in a consultant role... I have a feeling you might be doing business with a pair of Canadians soon. I figure you'll speak to that more as we get closer to the end!
Hi Michael. It's not often there is a team watching these video. I'll be interested in what you have on your mind. Canadian, American...what's the difference when it comes to creating stuff? We're all in this together.
Love you work and effort.
Thank Glenn!
Garrett, I hung in there twice and followed doing a test sonogram! This is very interesting and very informative. I can see the potential as a very unique gift. I have a granddaughter that is pregnant and considering using her as my test customer (no charge - a gift). I will let you know the outcome when it all happens.
Paul, this is an exciting challenge and for someone special. I definitely want to see what you do!
40 minutesd in and still watching
Larry, glad you liked it!
Hi Garret, just watched your video. Here's a suggestion - if you were to Import the image into Photoshop and use the posterize filter, you can actually set the number of levels of grey you want and thereby more clearly define the borders between the shades. Then import the modified bitmap into VCarve and use the trace command on the image and adjust it till it you get the level of definition you desire between the different grays, use the quick engrave to create vectors and then go in with the node tool and adjust them. It seems like you could save a ton of time. Good effort.
Hi Covert. I do not have photoshop. However, your idea is something I was tossing around with the vectric software using the tracing feature with colors. Thank you!!! Keep the suggestions coming!
Can you do that with GIMP? It's free.
Thanks so much!
Todd, you're welcome!
Nice work but....
did you consider tracing the bitmap playing with shades? I think it would spare you a lot of hours of necessary eye strain staring at "50 shades of gray" :)
lol Zoran. I didn;t think of all the alternatives. Perhaps you can provide a light demonstration of the technique you are refering to?
@@IDCWoodcraft If you send me the image that you used for this video, I could give it a try and make a short video for you.
zastos AT gmail DOT com
@@IDCWoodcraft Here is one "quick'n'dirty"
th-cam.com/video/jZpsHoZ2zMs/w-d-xo.html
It is the acual time needed to create it. You can notice a pause (no cursor movement), had to answer the door :)
i wonder what this would look like with painted black glass and did a drag with the inverted image, it would probably help it be easier to mount with a backlight in a nice frame. not sure if the paint would interfere with the drag or leave little bits of color in it.
Matt, I'm sure that would look awesome with the black paint. I agree though, it might take some troubleshooting and experimenting with a few different types of paint to see what works best. Let me now if you end up trying it out!
@@IDCWoodcraft I gotta save up some money man. I don't want to go cheap. Those ones go bad real fast, I have learned that. Thanks for the reply. Great videos. Your channel got even my mother into CNC.
How did you do the edge lighting? I've never been able to get it that brilliant. Thanks for the great idea and instruction!
yfx4, it may be deceiving based on the way I make my videos and the lighting I use my friend!
@@IDCWoodcraft What lighting do you use for it? A strip in a made base? Upper and lower? Pre-made channels?
@@The-Scott I used black paper at the top and and led lamp behind it. This was temporary lighting
Awesome project. As I am new to CNC, it is great to see what can be done and something to strive for. Also the ability to manipulate the software to accomplish this was awesome to watch as well. Thank you so much for taking the time to build the project, video it and publish it. Is there a special type of glass to consider using on a project like this?
Thanks again!
Hi Bryan. Thanks for the pat on the back. It was a difficult video to make.
No special glass...plain old window glass.
Loving this. Thank you tons.
Hi Paul. you're welcome!
Garrett, Great video. I can't wait to do this myself. How are engravings like this displayed. Thanks.
accessiblecruisetravel-dre3383, I am excited for you brother! You can typically display this in a frame with a backlight. That would be your best bet for designs like this.
This is amazing
Hi Jerry. It truly is a very cool project. You going to try it?
Hey Garrett, First thank you again for directing me to this video. I learned so much. Have a small issue trying to figure out. I have Vetric VCarve Pro. I also downloaded your bit db and have many of your bits. I purchased my Widgetworks drag bit. when I look in the tool path area under bits, I see the diamond drag bits. both from yours and from Vetric. but when I select a tool path (profile) and go to select the tool, i can't find the bits. PS I am running v11.5
Any suggestions to what I am doing wrong. If I select quick engraving tool path, I can do the text I have and fill it in, but how do I just etch the rest of the project?
Dorinda, send me an email with a screenshot and we can work through your problem. I am happy to help!
Great video. Very creative thought process. Interesting way to make the tool you have (CNC router) do something like this. I'd use my laser instead - a half-hour of image prep because it will do the grayscale bitmap just need to adjust contrast & trim unwanted stuff from the image and then hit the go button. The laser won't do justice to it on glass but would be perfect for acrylic or even wood. If glass is the material this is the way to go though.
I also like the initial scanline technique - even with a grayscale engrave of the bitmap on acrylic, it might be a cool addition to add the first set of scanlines to emphasize the "sonogram scan" aesthetic.
Hi Jim. It is definitely an interesting project. I would like to see if I can play with greyscale in an easier way. Glass is one medium. I think acrylic would be better.
Garrett, when running the drag bit have you used any oil with it? When cutting glass, we’ve always used some mineral spirits to keep the glass powder under control and keeps seems to keep our cutters sharper. Just curious of your experience with the tool. Thanks, great video!!!
Hi Chris. I don;t find glass dust to be an issues since the unit never spins. However, I think the idea is good to extend tool life. I can also see how it completely keeps the dust under control. Great idea.
Amazing
rjpatt, glad you liked this one my friend.
Absolutely stunning
Cool! I'm only halfway through this, but very intrigued, ...because I think I could devise a way in Photoshop to do this in a fraction of the time, but I'm not sure yet. I'll have to play with it sometime, and see what I can do, and see if I'm able to convert it to something that VCarve can utilize. Hmmmmmmm.....
Do drag bits require vectors to work?
Hi Kevin. I have also found a better way. I think we discussed this in email briefly yesterday. All designing of this nature requires vectors.
I recently did a similar project and attempted the "scan lines" in a similar fashion and struggled. I was making arc lines, not circles and now I know why it didn't perform as expected. Great tut.
When you trim all the lines, could you not select all your bubbles and use the trim tool to trim all the lines "Outside" the selected bubble vectors?
Hi CC. you know, I didn;t even think of that. Yes. Thank you.
@@IDCWoodcraft great video BTW. Long hours usually produce the best results... proven here.
@@ChristcrossCrafts Yes. When I get worn down on doing long videos, I always remember it always produces the best results when I don;t rush things and make they are done as right as I can.
You can easily generate those intensity profiles automatically with a vector graphics package like *Inkscape* using the 'trace bitmap' feature and appropriate threshold settings and path simplification. I would have done all the main work in a vector graphics program and just imported the resulting SVG file into my preferred CNC package. 🙂
Carl, you're totally right! That's a great idea, thanks for sharing! I'll give this a try on my next project!
The automatic trace Is not the Best, Is worth effort make It your self, cleaner vectors
Brilliant, Thank you Garret-awesome all the way around. I was going to do something similar with my first child back in the early 90's, Silk screening the ultrasound image. Now that I'm starting out in CNC and learning on my SainSmart 3018, (Hind site only happens when you do it anyways) I'm debating purchasing the 30x30 LongMill and after gaining some usable skills this would be a great Project. Thanks again for a very informative video. Who gives a dam how long the video is from criminy sakes its 2021 technology skip forward, keep it up. I tell people their lucky it wasn't a 35 mm film.
Hey Mike. Yeah, i stopped appologizing for long videos. It is what people have asked for...step-by-step.
I'm glad to see you getting ready to step up to a better machine. When do you plan on going for it? Will you do me a favor when you order it...can you use the link I have in the descriptions of the videos or from my website? It helps me out a bit. Thanks.
and let me know when you order it. I'll do the happy dance for you!
one question garrett how did you remove that scratch type linnet far right side
Hi John. I'm not sure what you are talking about. Can you be more specific?
I noticed you said glass would it come out as good on acrylic?
dcar1234, you bet! You can definitely use acrylic for this project too, really just depends on preference.
Garrett,
What is tuition to be taught this?
Thank you
Tom, it is free! You should follow along to the video and try it step by step! That is your best bet!
Great work maybe we could use the bit map tracing in the color mode then select 3 colors. This may help creat those circles then delete the one you don’t want
William, that's a great idea brother I hadn't thought of that one yet! Thanks for the tip!
I'm curious as to why you're using glass instead of acrylic. It seems edge lit acrylic would show up much better.
Hi Andrews. I like the look on the glass better in this case.
@@IDCWoodcraft : With glass, is there a specific type to use? How do you think it looks different from acrylic? GREAT stuff as always … thanks!!!
Garrett you have been showing me a lot about wood design... omg I am now wanting to do glass!!! 2 things... what program did you use to etch the glass? In a previous comment someone said they used the Wacom tablet and pen... I have one, did you every get one if so did you use it... I am very curious how to use it with Vcarve.
Carolen, I used Vetric for this one my friend. Sorry, I didn't try out the Wacom tablet/pen so I'm not sure if this ones a good option but you could definitely give it a shot and see what you think!
Can you tell me who invented this technique or product niche and how long it's been around for?
Nice tutorial btw.
Hey Sinner. To the best of my knowledge, I was the one who invented it. I never saw any videos about it before I started to figure out how to do it.
@@IDCWoodcraft Thanks, it's pretty new and rarely seen then, especially on this side of the world...good to know.
do those drag
bits have a long live used on glass? i have some that don't. thanks!
I tried the 'general' ones. They do not hold up to glass long. That's why I use the widget works one. It's industrial. Has held up very well.
@@IDCWoodcraft ok thanks! i also read that not all diamonds are made for all materials. also angle does matter. Are Widget Works made of a certain material? I am not in the US so i have to find a manufacturer in Europe to get my tools from that i can use with glass
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@@richardtepas4832 widget works makes diamond engravers for industrial applications. Some of the companies they sell to are general motors, Campbell soup, and even the national aeronautics space administration.
Having been an engineer, I understand the standards companies have to stand up to when they sell a companies like these.
Would your works also has a 90° replacement tip. I always recommend that as well
Wow.
Jeff, glad you liked it! Such a fun project!
So in the video you said the diamond engraving bit should cut at .05" but you set it to .1" in the video. But then later in the video you said .005" inches. So I am confused which depth that bit should cut at :)
Hi Adam. I goofed on the .005" The setting is 0.1. It can also be set to 0.05 for a lighter scribe.
I'm using vCarve and was following along. I was about halfway through the video and very frustrated because when all Levels were turned on the result didn't look anything like the sonogram. I finally figured out that, even though I was working on the White Cut Level, I needed to have the image selected so it would show the true white spots. When the image is not selected the white spots are much much larger and that is what I was outlining. I thought I'd mention this in case someone else is doing the same thing.
Good call Dan, This project gets complex really quick. It can be hard to keep track of everything. Thanks for wanting to help out another brother or sister CNC'er!
Wow
It is a very cool project, indeed!
Wow! Just wow.
Such a detailed project. It is so unique and personal, I can see why it could command the pricing you are suggesting.
Hi Dirk. It is definitely unique. So, are you going to try it?
Wow amazing sir good job . I learned so much from this video also from others . Are u thinking to buy laser cutter ? I have cnc machine also and I do project as well but I was thinking to buy laser as well .
Yes I will buy a laser cutter. that will be in about 6 months.
Awesome!
RIP Maddox, I'm guessing this wasn't the easiest video to make.
Thanks James!
I like the video, but I think this is way too much work to prep for my router. I am building a MP-CNC router now, so I don't know how this software works yet, but seams like there should be a way to use Inkscape's "Trace Bitmap" feature to get the vectors needed. I think I will try a project like this, but I will use my laser. That way I can just burn the image on acrylic and not rebuild it from scratch and can be done with the entire project in about 1 hour.
Thanks for the video. Thank you for the ideas.
Hi KG. Yes, it is a lot of work. A aser would definitely be faster. Not everyone has a laser. That's why I show the router method.
@@IDCWoodcraft I have 2 lasers. A 20 watt diode laser that was about $300.00. The other, a 60 watt CO2 laser I got for about $1700.00 from china. Very cheap, but does everything I need. I am building my first CNC router. From what I see, creating tool path is a lot more complicated. I will be watching this channel for more info.
Good idee,can to white inkscap 👍👏🌷🌷
I think you can use it with Inkscape. It will not convert to good bitmap.
Nice!
Thanks rich!
I'm sorry for your loss.... :-(
Thanks Mike. It was definitely hard.
Hanging in there
timpestka7599, happy to have you here brother!
Hi Garrett 1hr in still with you sir.
Paul, happy to have you here brother!