Kids Letter Coin Bank

Santa needs your help to make presents for all the kids. This is a great project that is easy to do and will get a great deal of attention for years to come.
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[@JohnColgan.]

Brilliant personalized gift idea. Making gifts is giving something of yourself, that has a greater value than buying stuff from $hop$ !!

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Yes you are correct

[@bernieglos2953]

Love it! As a newbie who is waiting for their CNC to come in, you video for the letter banks is awesome.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you very much and congratulations on getting started with a CNC

[@bernieglos2953]

@@PawPawsWorkShop A question for you if you have time, I am looking at getting the Next Wave Shark SD120. Will easel work with it or is it strictly for xcarve.

[@JanellTemaat]

Love the banks, I am going to make some for my grand kids. What is the thickness of the acrylic you use and where can I purchase it from? Do you have an affiliate link for it?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

This is just some acrylic I had in the shop. I believe it was 1/16” but not any thicker than 1/8”. It does not need to be thick

[@alianbaba9330]

Great idea! Thank you. I will try to work on it on my scroll saw.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Great idea. Will be easy to do. You can add a thin plywood on the back to create the pocket.

[@walkingquad2001]

I love your content so much. I've learned so much on my Xcarve following you. I can't wait to see your Christmas ideas.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you very much

[@donavantroxell7033]

I to have learned alot from your x carve videos and have recommended them to others while they were waiting on there's to arrive.. keep up the good work!

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you

[@DouglasAdams-x4t]

Sir, I found that if I make my own letters and turn them into SVG I can make them to come out perfect. It looks as if you stretch them out like in the video and you look a the size in inches there way off in height, not sure if that's a problem but when I make letters to the exact height and width in inches they seem to come out perfect. Hope you might look at it and see if you see the same problem. I thank you for all your help and thanks for a lot of ideas.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you for the suggestion.

[@SteveMarois]

Hello beautiful your video wow. I need help because I can't find the letter character you use to make your banks. The letters you use all have a flat part which gives it stability. Of course I have a cnc and I want to make banks for my grand daughters. Thank you so much

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

What letters are you looking for?

[@DouglasAdams-x4t]

Perfect i was looking for this too

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Awesome!

[@evilsizerfirebird822]

Why wouldnt you glue the material together first? Then just pocket cut it. then your glue up would be much easier.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Yes, that will work if your bit is long enough. Thanks for watching

[@JasonPeltier]

I've had a request for this project. Thanks for explaining the whole process!

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

You’re welcome. I’m putting the name on the acrylic next to truly personalize it. Thanks for watching

[@GrandpaJabber]

Same i gotta do the letter C lol

[@SteveMarois]

Good evening The C and the O But I would like to have the complete alphabet to be able to do it for my friend's children since I am retiring in 5 weeks and will benefit a lot from this tool, which I bought 4 years ago but which I have not yet really used. Thanks in advance

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Lol, congratulations on retiring in five weeks. I’ll help you with the C and the O. I do not have all the letters created. The purpose is to teach others how to do it so that they can create there own. I’ll also help you in any way to be able to start designing you own.

[@bernieglos2953]

So I have tried a couple of different letters. J & B, It seems they don't want to center correctly when you create the next layer. Thoughts? Hints?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Copy and paste. The two parts will be identical

[@bybbuck]

What size and kind of bit did you use for the acrylic?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

To cut the acrylic you should use an upcut bit to get the chip up an out of the way. I typically use an 1/8” bit

[@joeguilfoyle1922]

This is one of the things that I wanted to make when I get my CNC. I noticed that you used easel and will probably follow this video again step by step. Is it pretty much the same way if I used Vcarve? Like you mentioned, Vcarve desktop will probably be my best option. I'm okay with buying software but I don't want to pay rent because i probably won't use it as much as you do. Thanks again!

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

The process in VCarve will be slightly different however the basic concept is the same. I understand completely with buying verses renting the software. Many people feel the exact same way that you do.

[@kennethauthement5418]

Ok, I order a cheaper version of a Carver because I didn't want to waste a bunch of money during the learning curve. My machine had not arrived yet but I have created a few projects in easel. I created the letter M for my month and half old first grand baby. When I simulated the bottom piece it said six and some odd hours. I then heard you mention the 80"/min so that cut it down to 3hrs and something. I know that is a lot of material to take out in the pocket cut. Is there something I can change to speed the process up. Thanks in advance from the Old Man's Woodshed.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Are you using a 1/4” bit? I used the upgraded XCarve which is much more capable to handle the faster feed rates and depth of cuts. A small lightweight machine will not be able to handle the rates I used in the video

[@kennethauthement5418]

@@PawPawsWorkShop yes I have it set to a 1/4 up fluted bit. I figured if the first board cut was just the over size and flat, then cut the second board out like you did on the second board only different is leave out the pocket cut for the plexiglass and then cut the third board just like you did the second with no changes and then the plexiglass, you would have three boards to glue. I am guessing that would help with the time and wear and tear on a cheaper machine. I am really hoping the learning curve is short in some aspect and long on others. If I learn this carving stuff fast I will be itching to buy a bigger and better machine and I am not sure my financial advisor (wife)would like that. LOL

[@kennethauthement5418]

@@PawPawsWorkShop also I do not have the brevan font and I have downloaded the updated driver for easel. Some of the fonts don't center very well but when create a duplicate d item on a project it centers fine but original item is not centered. How do I get new fonts to add to easel.

[@davidboston4574]

Great idea, but most of us don’t have a machine like that…

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

There are many small format CNC machines that are budget friendly that can do this type of project. FOXAlien is a great example

[@garystovall4225]

I have been watching your videos for several years now, thank you. I have a question though. I was going to make this kids bank, but some fonts don't center? ca you help me with that? They left to right, but not from top to bottom.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Not sure I understand what you’re asking. If you’re making the kids bank you’re doing one letter at a time. What exactly are you trying to do?

[@garystovall4225]

yes 1 letter. when I try to center to material, it wont center from top to bottom.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

It should center based on the guidelines around the letter. Just clip on the letter with the mouse and move it to where you want it to be

[@dalescott3077]

From a PAPA to a Paw Paw, thank you so much. What material did you use for the bank?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

I used premium pine. You could laminate scraps together also

[@ronnorris1504]

Wonderful, great for grandkids

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you

[@WRR8524]

how deep did you cut the pocket for the change?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

This is two pieces of 3/4” material to get the full depth. One s cut entirely through and the second 3/4” piece is cut down 5/8” to create a pocket

[@mattheuser2975]

What type of screws did you use in the video to fasten or secure the plexiglass?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Just small button top 1/2” wood screw

[@kylewedgewood6313]

I was wondering how you removed the part of the S that you didn’t need. I’m trying to do an E in the Homestead font and need to be able to remove part of it. Thanks, I really enjoy your videos.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

What part do you need to remove? In easel there are sever ways depending on what you are trying to do

[@jimmyfavereau]

Great job paw paw

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you very much

[@RobSandstromDesigns]

Nice project. Well done ionstruction.

[@davidboston4574]

So there’s two pieces? Because it’s a lot thicker, confused are you showing people how to make it? Or use the machine???

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Yes, it is two pieces. How to make it on the CNC machine

[@douglasadams4540]

Sir. Trying to make these banks for my grandkids but having a small problem. When using the off setter it makes the top and bottom different. Top is about .9 and bottom at .5, sides seem ok. I can’t seem to get it to line up properly. If you have any ideas it would be greatly appreciated

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Try flipping it over. The top and bottom of the S is not symmetrical. If oriented correctly the two parts fit perfectly. I assume you are using the free file from the Inventables project page

[@douglasadams4540]

@@PawPawsWorkShop no actually I’m making a J R H but the J and R have this problem but the H seems fine. I followed your video to the letter ( no pun intended) my next try is to move it the .25 it off and hope for the best. Thank you for responding

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

The “J” will need to have a small base added and you can also make it with a flat bottom

[@videoscrapheap]

Great project but would this really work for any letter? Wouldn’t an F be hard to balance?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Just add a base to support the letter

[@mikeledee8786]

Another great project, thank you. You mention of a material cut list, can you add a link for that please? TIA

[@pdfriesen]

The letter I chose to use doesn't center to material properly (or the same way the offset does). It appears that the letter isn't centered in the text box and Easel is centering the text box. Any suggestions?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Unfortunately that is the way easel works. You will have to manually move the text to the desired location

[@inflateddreams]

Love this! I’ve really been enjoying watching your videos. What kind of wood did you use or recommend for this project?

[@stevenstovall]

How did you cut the plexi?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

I used the XCarve CNC machine

[@castlecodersltd]

I really enjoyed this, thank you

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

You’re welcome

[@brassjockey]

Forgive a newbie, but I have another question... I've tried making a letter bank for my grandson (an A) and when I cut out the bottom it leave a slight ridge every 1/4" or so that requires a great deal of sanding to get out. Any suggestions?

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

I would suggest checking to see if your router/spindle is not plumb to your wasteboard. A very slight variation will cause the ridges

[@thegenxproject5941]

I saw an ad for these and thinking about making some to sell.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Oh wow, where did you see these? I made this one for a friends great grandson

[@thegenxproject5941]

@@PawPawsWorkShop it was an ad on my Facebook. If I find it again I’ll send you the link.

[@thegenxproject5941]

@@PawPawsWorkShop it won’t let me add the link but they are all over Etsy.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thanks. I never look at Esty. I’ll take a look. Thank you

[@mmlg24]

Little confused, you said at the beginning that you use a 1/4" straight bit to cut out the profile. When you are actually cutting the first piece it looks like a fluted bit. Could you please clarify this for me and a possible link to the straight bit if that's the one you actually used? Thanks. Great work, awesome execution!!!!

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Yes, it is a 1/4” fluted end mill. I picked it up at either Home Depot or Lowe’s

[@mmlg24]

@@PawPawsWorkShop Thank you!

[@garymay5665]

@@PawPawsWorkShop is it a up cut or down or compression? Thank you newbie here….

[@ronnorris1504]

Really wanna do this fir grandkids, will be letters R & A. Where in EASEL PRO did you say it was? Thanks so much, enjoy watching all your videos.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

The link is in the description to the project in the Inventables project page. I only have the “S” but you can easily make any letter that you wish. Thank you for watching

[@ronnorris1504]

@@PawPawsWorkShop thanks you

[@fierceflyer5]

If you’re using tape & glue you shouldn’t need clamps. That’s like wearing a belt & suspenders 😂

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Lol, I agree but I’ve had people ask about the clamps and the dust boot. So, I was able to answer multiple questions in one video

[@hansjurgen9971]

Another Good vid thank PawPaw!

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you very much

[@hansjurgen9971]

@@PawPawsWorkShop Thank you PawPaw! You just dont know how much you have helped us new easel users Thank you sir!

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

You’re welcome. I’m glad to help

[@brendanlynch2138]

I’m balling on a budget here I ain’t got no CNC machine.. 🤨

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

All in time

[@carolyn7448]

How do I use vcarve pro software for this? Cannot find it anywhere

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

I can do a video on it if that would help

[@carolyn7448]

@@PawPawsWorkShopI would love that!!!! I've followed your video up to a certain point where Vcarve pro just doesn't convert the concept. Thank you!!! So much!!!!

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Ok, here is the link for the VCarve Pro video on the kids letter bank. I hope this helps you. Please let me know if you have any questions. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWa2f4ucbtNoorcsi=D2oiY16_p7wOO-6I

[@SteveMarois]

THANKS I am writing to you by email it will be easier for me to communicate with you :) and follow your instructions Thanks in advance Steve

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thanks

[@rjw7058]

You should mention it's the pro version, don't like paying a subscription fee for a carver I purchased from inventables>

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you for the comment. You just told everyone

[@rjw7058]

I did learn something from this tutorial even using the standard easel, thnx>

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Awesome

[@laura-sy5yw]

i know its a 1/4 inch bit but what kind please

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

2 flute downcut

[@andrewjohns6823]

great idea

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you

[@barrychandler826]

Do you have this in vcarve never used easel

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

No, but you can create it in VCarve almost the same way.

[@teaguewhite26]

I would have added slot in center, but all in all great job.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Good idea

[@ohske]

👍👍👍👌

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you

[@brassjockey]

Have a question...I have three grandchildren whose names begin with "A." Can a CNC engrave their names in the plexiglass, and if so can you do a video showing how? By the way, I love your videos!

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Yes, I will have a video out soon showing you how to do it. Thanks for watching

[@foxalien_official]

Great video！！！

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Thank you very much

[@baconsledge]

Aspire is so much better for CNC artwork ... a lot less fiddly.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

Yes, it is, but for me, it is also very expensive.

[@jimmyturner5589]

Not "so easy to do" when you don't have a CNC.

[@PawPawsWorkShop]

CNC machines are just like any other tool you have in the shop. It opens up a new level of different types of projects