Meg is a writer for both CNCSourced and 3DSourced, and a laser cutter and 3D printer hobbyist who enjoys tinkering in creative pursuits.
I own my own lasers, including my beloved Glowforge and more recently the Two Trees TS3 enclosed laser, and I'm interested in applications that highlight useabiity and interactions most of all - even over the DIY parts!
Acrylic, or plexiglass, makes for amazing projects. Personalised signs, art projects and more can brighten up your home, or become the next best-selling product for your online business. My top pick for ... Read more
The best industrial laser cutters add a layer of automation, flexibility, and precision that entry-level machines can’t achieve – improving the quality of your cuts and the rate at which you can ... Read more
The best CNC machines for wood will help you bring the ancient art of woodworking into the 21st century, with cutting-edge technology available to boost your speed and precision. But with a ... Read more
The best wood laser engravers blend your artistic endeavors with powerful design software while saving you time, money, and costly errors. I own several laser engravers, and my favorite is the xTool ... Read more
CO2 laser cutters are ideal for small businesses wanting to quickly cut through thicker acrylic and wood in a single pass, and cut through clear acrylic sheets. The best CO2 laser cutters ... Read more
The best glass laser cutters and engravers work very differently to wood or acrylic – you’ll need to paint or spray your glass with a diode laser to get an engraving effect, ... Read more
In the DIY world, we love a good Kickstarter, which is how the Two Trees TS3 enclosed laser engraver got its start. Two Trees make and sell some of the most popular ... Read more