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Forging My Way

Forging My Way

Laser Projects, Tutorials and More!

  • New to Lasers?
    • What is a CO2 Laser and what is Glowforge?
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Favorite materials, supplies and tools to use with Glowforge

Informational

Abbreviations and Acronyms

I don’t know about you, but I’ve worked in places that had so many acronyms, it was hard …

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When To Use Masking

There are times that masking is very helpful and there are times it can be kind of a pain …

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Defocused Score Lines

I don’t know about you, but I love engraving with my laser. I just don’t like how long it …

Read moreDefocused Score Lines

Glowforge Order of Operation

Glowforge Order of Operation

Do you know that you can tell the Glowforge what steps to do in what order? For example, I …

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Intellectual Property, Copyrights and Trademarks

If you are confused about Intellectual Property, Copyrights and Trademarks, you are not …

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To Laser, or Not to Laser? That is the Question.

Sometimes there are simple things I need around our home and I start thinking, how could I …

Read moreTo Laser, or Not to Laser? That is the Question.

How to adjust 3D laser designs for different material thicknesses

Adjusting 3D designs

Generally speaking, flat designs are pretty easy to use on a wide variety of materials. …

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Let’s Start Creating!

Glowforge Arrival

So, you received your laser and want to start creating, but you’re feeling overwhelmed? No …

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My Favorite Things

My Favorite Supplies for Glowforge!

Disclosure: I only recommend products that I would use myself. This post contains some …

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Honeycomb Pins

Honeycomb Pins for Glowforge

Honeycomb pins hold material down inside the Glowforge. They fit into the honeycomb shape …

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Making Practical Items

Heat Register Cover

I love to use the Glowforge to make practical things that are useful and meet a need. And …

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What Materials Are Safe to Laser?

What materials are safe for Glowforge?

While there is a multitude of materials that are safe to use with CO2 lasers (like …

Read moreWhat Materials Are Safe to Laser?

Feeling overwhelmed trying to learn to use your laser?

Feeling Overwhelmed?

Are you feeling overwhelmed with learning to everything about lasers? For many people, …

Read moreFeeling overwhelmed trying to learn to use your laser?

Ready to Buy a Glowforge?

Glowforge unpacking

Save up to $500 on a Glowforge! Which Glowforge is right for you?

Read moreReady to Buy a Glowforge?

What is a CO2 Laser and what is Glowforge?

What is a Glowforge?

Are you wondering, “What the heck is Glowforge?” A Glowforge is a 3D laser printer. It’s a …

Read moreWhat is a CO2 Laser and what is Glowforge?

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Magnolia Framed Wall Decor

The Epic Dot Game

Gold Dangly Awareness Ribbon Earrings

Dangly Awareness Ribbon Earrings

Adorable Leather Card Holder

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