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Woodworking Plans

Have you ever started projects, spent hundreds of dollars, and had to quit on those projects because you couldn’t figure out the correct measurements? Do you have a strong desire to build things, but can’t come up with the ideas or plans yourself? Have you ever needed a workbench for your shop, but just didn’t know where to start? Continue reading

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Designing the Y Axis for a CNC Router

This entry is part 3 of 4 in the series Build Your Own CNC Router

The Y-axis is essentially the same as the Z-axis except it is larger and is turned horizontal instead of vertical. Continue reading

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How to Sharpen Drill Bits

There are several types of drill bits, each made to do a different job, so it’s important to select the right bit for the job. Even the right bit won’t help much if it is not sharp. Continue reading

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Creating the Ribbon for the 24″ Ribbon and Bow Shelf

This entry is part 3 of 5 in the series Building a 24" Ribbon and Bow Shelf

In this article, I will be walking you through the steps to layout and make the Ribbon for the shelf.
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Building the Supports for the 24″ Ribbon and Bow Shelf

This entry is part 2 of 5 in the series Building a 24" Ribbon and Bow Shelf

In this article, I’ll explain how to create the pattern and cut out the shelf support pieces for th 24″ Ribbon and Bow shelf. Continue reading

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How to Build a Ribbon and Bow Shelf

This entry is part 1 of 5 in the series Building a 24" Ribbon and Bow Shelf

In this series of articles, I will be describing in detail how to build this 24″ Ribbon and Bow Shelf. This shelf can be built out of any suitable wood that is capable of being stained or painted. Continue reading

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Welcome to MVB Crafts

In the coming months, we will posting article about woodworking, metalworking, cabinetry, carpentry, pottery, ceramics, glass, cloth, flowers, and a host of other subjects.
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