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Meet the xTool F2 Ultra: Fiber + Diode, All Grown Up

Meet the xTool F2 Ultra: Fiber + Diode, All Grown Up

xTool just launched the F2 Ultra, and it’s made for serious makers who want blazing-fast speed, material versatility, and full-color metal engraving options — all in one compact machine. Here’s the scoop: 💥 60W MOPA Fiber + 40W Diode🎯 Full-color metal engr…

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Created to Create: Why I Started Created Workshop

Created to Create: Why I Started Created Workshop

Hey friend, I want to take a break from tips and tools today and just share something a little more personal: why I started Created Workshop. Why I Started Created Workshop When it began, Created Workshop wasn’t a business. It was a way out. I was working …

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How to Create Stunning Slate Engravings with a 30W MOPA Fiber Laser: A Beginner’s Guide

How to Create Stunning Slate Engravings with a 30W MOPA Fiber Laser: A Beginner’s Guide

Engraving slate with a 30W MOPA fiber laser is an incredibly rewarding experience. Whether you’re making custom gifts, home decor, or just experimenting with the material, slate offers a unique challenge and opportunity for stunning designs. In this guide,…

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Forget the Tie—Dad Needs These Clamps

Forget the Tie—Dad Needs These Clamps

Let’s be honest—Dad doesn’t need another tie, coffee mug, or multi-tool he’ll forget about in a drawer. But you know what he will use? A good set of clamps. I’m not usually a fan of squeeze clamps. Most of them flex too much or don’t hold tight enough for …

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How to make a custom Christmas ornament with Cuttle

How to make a custom Christmas ornament with Cuttle

It can be difficult to come up with a unique Christmas ornament idea. It’s sometimes even more difficult to take that idea and turn it into a physical product. Cuttle is a website that makes designing many things for laser engraving easier, and in th…

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Pricing Your Projects Doesn’t Have To Be Difficult

Pricing Your Projects Doesn’t Have To Be Difficult

When it comes to pricing your items, it can sometimes be difficult to figure out exactly what you should charge. While I can’t help you determine your worth (hourly rate), what I can help you do is take that hourly rate (once you come up with it) and…

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