CNC Bowls or Trays with Logos Completely Through the Bottom

In this video I am going to show you how I created bowls or trays on my Inventables X-Carve CNC machine with logos that go completely through the base. You can create a really cool floating effect if you use a clear or semi-clear epoxy or some contrasting wood.
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The materials I used:
Wood of your choice. I used cherry, maple, padauk, and lacewood.
TotalBoat Thickset Deep Pour Epoxy - 1.3 Quart Kit - amzn.to/3gBziJf
Black Diamond Pigments - 42g/1.5oz"Black Onyx" Mica Powder Pigment
- amzn.to/34Qvt0R
You could also try a different color or try mixing several colors from a variety pack below:
Black Diamond Pigments 26 Color Variety Pack - amzn.to/3gHgngm
Odie's Oil - Universal - 9oz Jar (A little goes a long way) - amzn.to/2Fd7he6
3M Scotch-Brite Light Cleansing Pad Comparable to 0000 - amzn.to/2R3P9pO
Titebond Translucent Wood Glue - amzn.to/2FaZ5eC
Sand paper
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The tools I used on the project were as follows:
X-Carve 1000mm CNC Machine by Inventables - www.inventables.com/
Saw Stop table saw - amzn.to/3a8znCE
Dewalt 20 Volt Cordless drill (to mix pigment with epoxy) - amzn.to/3aflH9a
Ryobi Trim Router - amzn.to/3i9pIyQ
Amana Tool - 45983 Carbide Tipped Bowl & Tray 1/8 Radius - amzn.to/3k7nalJ
Amana Tool - 49496 Carbide Tipped Corner Round 1/8 Radius - amzn.to/2R1HND0
Random orbit sander
Shop vac
Tape Measures (my favorite two):
Fastcap PMS-16 Auto Lock ProCarpenter Tape Measure - amzn.to/333fTMN
or FastCap PSSR16 16 ft Standard Reverse Measuring Tape - amzn.to/35eQe6k
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[@michaelkay9442]

Very cool idea! I love the way the bowls turned out, I want to give this a try. You are right Odie's Oil is simply the best! It's my go to finish.

[@TheBenjiLewis]

These are awesome. I’m an epoxy hater, but this is a very acceptable use in my opinion. 😂

[@makingathome]

Thank you.

[@kevinrich4637]

Thank for this video. My nephew is on the U of TN coaching staff. I tried to do the epoxy one. Everything went well until almost the last pass the bit caught the epoxy and blew a hole in it. BUT I will take the blame as I did not wait long enough for the epoxy to fully cure.

[@makingathome]

That’s a bummer. I would love to see the next one when you finish it.

[@bradleyjohnson452]

Very cool bowl. It would have been nice to see the design stage for the CNC file as well

[@scottallen606]

These are great tips! Thanks for sharing.

[@bobwilliams5506]

Very nice. Well done.

[@ronald44181000]

I love your clamping method. Thanks for the idea and your project look Fantastic.

[@makingathome]

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed.

[@nickm324]

FYI when using the Z-probe you dont clamp to the bit itself, the clampis formed to fit on the collet itself for a more solid connection.

[@makingathome]

Thank you so much for pointing that out. I can’t believe I didn’t figure that out myself. Cheers.

[@curtisaitken7027]

Love the look and we all love chatoyancy…right?

[@makingathome]

Yes. I totally agree.

[@blake102989]

You should try boiled linseed oil if you haven't yet. It gives almost the same look but will also keep your wood tool handles good for years to come.

[@stevemoseley9877]

Great. Thanks for the advice!

[@CopiWood]

Awesome project, I must try it myself! SUBSCRIBED!

[@stevemoseley9877]

Glad you liked it!

[@paperbakcnc]

Awesome video. I love the humble feel and "growth mindset" vibe and tone while at the same time putting out some amazing results. A refreshing break from the trend of woodworking hubris out there. Did you use Easel for the inlays?

[@makingathome]

Thank you. easel was used for the inlay.

[@randysgreatadventures3148]

Now that's it's been over a year, how is the epoxy bowl holding up? Any issues with the wood expanding and contracting?

[@stevemoseley9877]

Not that I am aware of. I gave these all away as gift to some great friends, so I haven't seen them in quite a while. No reports of failure though.

[@randysgreatadventures3148]

@@stevemoseley9877 Thanks for the reply. Great work!! I'm always curious / nervous about using epoxy. I may need to give this a try!!

[@stevemoseley9877]

@@randysgreatadventures3148 You bet. If you have a really porous wood with open grain it is always a good idea to seal the initial pocket you are going to pour tinted epoxy in as you would be surprised how far some epoxy will travel through wood and possibly stain the area. Best of luck!

[@wesleygilb]

Rally enjoyed your video. Where did you get the router base plates that you use for rounding the edges? Thanks

[@stevemoseley9877]

Thanks! I actually made the base plate myself on the Xcarve CNC.

[@adambarnett9900]

Where do you the those white pads you put the odies on with?

[@JohnColgan.]

ScotchBrite pads, B&Q, Homebase, any good DIY store or Amazon

[@JavierDeJesusSr]

Is the fishing sutable for eating and washing?

[@makingathome]

It is food safe once cured. It should only be hand washed.

[@JavierDeJesusSr]

@@makingathome thanks for the response. I missed it in video, but, what products did you use for the finish?

[@stevemoseley9877]

@@JavierDeJesusSr It's Odie's Oil. The link to the product is in the video description.

[@MrTapanes]

Great project and vid! Really liked the three different approaches. But, oddly enough, I've discovered a new fetish. Empty French cleat walls. Oh boy!! So much possibility!

[@stevemoseley9877]

Definitely - so much room for your imagination.

[@seporte231]

Do you live in iowa?

[@stevemoseley9877]

Yes. In the Des Moines area. How about you?

[@seporte231]

@@stevemoseley9877 Ok were pretty close Im in Norwalk. Im interested in buying a cnc and watch your video's

[@makingathome]

@@seporte231 Cool. Reach out any time if you have questions.

[@seporte231]

@@makingathome will i got a shapeoko xxl purchased now i need to decide on software do you have a preference?

[@stevemoseley9877]

@@seporte231 Congratulations. I use Easel software that is for the X-Carve CNC. I think you can you it for the Shapeoko, but think there are other options as well.

[@LostRoaming]

From the 100% likes at this point, it's clear that not a single person from Minnesota has seen this video ;-P