Rob
@robmakesthat.bsky.social
Laser enthusiast, maker of CNC stuff, anti-fascist & so can you!
Trying out some new transfer paper masking. Seems decent so far, but I’m getting some minor bubbling when post-process sealing. Probably something I’m doing, not a product flaw, but an issue I haven’t worked out yet.
Coasters test, design from Adobe Stock not labeled as AI, but I honestly dunno…
Coasters test, design from Adobe Stock not labeled as AI, but I honestly dunno…
February 2, 2026 at 7:38 AM
Trying out some new transfer paper masking. Seems decent so far, but I’m getting some minor bubbling when post-process sealing. Probably something I’m doing, not a product flaw, but an issue I haven’t worked out yet.
Coasters test, design from Adobe Stock not labeled as AI, but I honestly dunno…
Coasters test, design from Adobe Stock not labeled as AI, but I honestly dunno…
Netflix probably didn’t view a bunch of movies from the 60’s as problematic, but they’re just so rapey…
James Bond walks into a room with a female and loses all ability to function. And of course she’s into it.
Then he forces himself on half the cast & if she objects it’s like “oh you, behave!”
James Bond walks into a room with a female and loses all ability to function. And of course she’s into it.
Then he forces himself on half the cast & if she objects it’s like “oh you, behave!”
January 29, 2026 at 1:48 AM
Netflix probably didn’t view a bunch of movies from the 60’s as problematic, but they’re just so rapey…
James Bond walks into a room with a female and loses all ability to function. And of course she’s into it.
Then he forces himself on half the cast & if she objects it’s like “oh you, behave!”
James Bond walks into a room with a female and loses all ability to function. And of course she’s into it.
Then he forces himself on half the cast & if she objects it’s like “oh you, behave!”
2nd try. Design looks cool, but using blue painter’s tape as a mask left a residue I can’t seem to remove. Going to try to find some low tack transfer paper locally as a masking for paint. Did a little cleanup on the design for V3, still needs more work before this one’s ready
#Lasercut #Art
#Lasercut #Art
January 18, 2026 at 5:12 PM
First test run for an acrylic clock. I wasn’t sure how the protective film would react to engraving & ran the power too high. The whole sheet curved during cutting & I snapped it trying to bend it back into shape. A little paint bleed, but overall a successful test
#Lasercut #Lasersky #Art
#Lasercut #Lasersky #Art
January 18, 2026 at 4:27 AM
Today I made my very first Etsy sale ever! I couldn’t be more excited!
I thought it was appropriate to send a little thank you note to the buyer, so I included a message laser etched on an aluminum business card blank to show my appreciation.
#lasersky #lasercut #art #jewelry #earrings #cannabis
I thought it was appropriate to send a little thank you note to the buyer, so I included a message laser etched on an aluminum business card blank to show my appreciation.
#lasersky #lasercut #art #jewelry #earrings #cannabis
January 13, 2026 at 5:08 AM
Finding inspiration & motivation for design work can be difficult recently, but sometimes it’s a welcome distraction.
Here’s a prototype clock cut in 3mm (1/4”) solid basswood, about 9” (225mm) tall.
Twig-inspired hands need a little more work, but overall cool design I think
#lasersky #art #pnw
Here’s a prototype clock cut in 3mm (1/4”) solid basswood, about 9” (225mm) tall.
Twig-inspired hands need a little more work, but overall cool design I think
#lasersky #art #pnw
January 10, 2026 at 4:03 AM
Charlie doing his stealthy predator thing
October 25, 2025 at 6:21 AM
Charlie doing his stealthy predator thing
It’s been a while, but I’m getting back to it! I thought an earring display stand would help with some photos. I liked this one on Etsy
#lasercut
#lasercut
October 24, 2025 at 1:59 PM
It’s been a while, but I’m getting back to it! I thought an earring display stand would help with some photos. I liked this one on Etsy
#lasercut
#lasercut
It’s hard to get a good shot of this because it’s so shiny, but I’m really happy with how this Bigfoot silhouette in emerald pearl cast acrylic came out!
I have another in this series with a ponytail & heels, thinking of offering them as a his/hers set or a pair of restroom signs
#LaserCut #Art
I have another in this series with a ponytail & heels, thinking of offering them as a his/hers set or a pair of restroom signs
#LaserCut #Art
August 22, 2025 at 2:33 AM
I think I found the worst possible angle to shoot from, but in other news, in the past 48 hours I also finished 208 business card designs with 0 issues. Great Success!
#Laser #LaserCut #LaserEngraving #Art #SmallBusiness
#Laser #LaserCut #LaserEngraving #Art #SmallBusiness
August 21, 2025 at 4:24 AM
I think I found the worst possible angle to shoot from, but in other news, in the past 48 hours I also finished 208 business card designs with 0 issues. Great Success!
#Laser #LaserCut #LaserEngraving #Art #SmallBusiness
#Laser #LaserCut #LaserEngraving #Art #SmallBusiness
Abalone inlay test. I forgot my kerf settings so the inlay is smaller than the pocket, but the test here was to get a .25mm pocket in walnut & finding cutting settings for the shell veneer.
I think this is going to work! Next up: programmable wooden business cards with abalone inlay.
#LaserCut
I think this is going to work! Next up: programmable wooden business cards with abalone inlay.
#LaserCut
August 17, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Abalone inlay test. I forgot my kerf settings so the inlay is smaller than the pocket, but the test here was to get a .25mm pocket in walnut & finding cutting settings for the shell veneer.
I think this is going to work! Next up: programmable wooden business cards with abalone inlay.
#LaserCut
I think this is going to work! Next up: programmable wooden business cards with abalone inlay.
#LaserCut
Oh, just running an inlay test. How’s your Friday so far?
August 15, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Oh, just running an inlay test. How’s your Friday so far?
Charlie seems to approve of his pond
August 13, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Charlie seems to approve of his pond
Made a new jig & now the alignment is right where I want it, giving consistent & repeatable results.
8 different monogram crests & 4 faces. I might design 4 more faces at some point, but for now I’m pretty happy with these options.
#LaserCut #LaserEngraved #Art #MetalBusinessCards #SmallBusiness
8 different monogram crests & 4 faces. I might design 4 more faces at some point, but for now I’m pretty happy with these options.
#LaserCut #LaserEngraved #Art #MetalBusinessCards #SmallBusiness
August 8, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Made a new jig & now the alignment is right where I want it, giving consistent & repeatable results.
8 different monogram crests & 4 faces. I might design 4 more faces at some point, but for now I’m pretty happy with these options.
#LaserCut #LaserEngraved #Art #MetalBusinessCards #SmallBusiness
8 different monogram crests & 4 faces. I might design 4 more faces at some point, but for now I’m pretty happy with these options.
#LaserCut #LaserEngraved #Art #MetalBusinessCards #SmallBusiness
August 6, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Monogrammed anodized aluminum businesses card test run. The alignment isn’t perfect because I didn’t cut the jig pockets deep enough, but overall I think these turned out great! The 2 in the middle are for a buddy.
#LaserCut #LaserEngraved #Art
#LaserCut #LaserEngraved #Art
August 6, 2025 at 4:19 AM
Monogrammed anodized aluminum businesses card test run. The alignment isn’t perfect because I didn’t cut the jig pockets deep enough, but overall I think these turned out great! The 2 in the middle are for a buddy.
#LaserCut #LaserEngraved #Art
#LaserCut #LaserEngraved #Art
Apparently my first attempt to sell things I cut with a laser include photos that are too risqué for Etsy, I’m told.
Fortunately, BlueSky is more comfortable with my highly controversial images of acrylic plant leaves, so… enjoy!
#Laser #LaserCut #Jewelry #Earrings #Cannabis #Marijuana #Four20
Fortunately, BlueSky is more comfortable with my highly controversial images of acrylic plant leaves, so… enjoy!
#Laser #LaserCut #Jewelry #Earrings #Cannabis #Marijuana #Four20
July 27, 2025 at 10:24 PM
July 26, 2025 at 7:17 PM