Poor Man's DIY

We will show you how to use the xTool M1 laser to engrave beautiful designs onto slate coasters. We will walk you through the process of setting up your xTool M1 laser and creating stunning designs on slate coasters. We provide tips to allow you easily to create multiple coasters to create sets as gifts or to sell. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Amazon: ■ xTool M1 Set https://amzn.to/3WntWqZ ■ Blanks Slate Coasters https://amzn.to/3Zo8YcE ■ Toy Blocks https://amzn.to/3SxBNkk ■ Toy Block Base Plate https://amzn.to/41rsA1a Official xTool Stores: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4938&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4975&utm_source=influencer UK store: https://uk.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY

DEKO Tools asked Richard to represent DEKO Tools at the National Hardware Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center. This experience was way outside my normal work yet it proved to be an incredible learning experience, proving even old dogs can learn new tricks. :-)

We have made flags using our table saw but today we wanted to show you how to make flags with an xTool M1 Laser Cutter. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Amazon: ■ xTool M1 Set https://amzn.to/3WntWqZ ■ Glaze Coat (epoxy) https://amzn.to/3DGtexJ ■ Silicone Measuring cup set https://amzn.to/3HZ3Eqf Official xTool Stores: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4938&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4975&utm_source=influencer UK store: https://uk.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY

Although we too are new, we went through numerous aches and pains and ultimately figured things out. Here are what we think are the greatest tips for beginners that we wish someone could have shared with us. :-) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Amazon: ■ xTool M1 Set https://amzn.to/3WntWqZ ■ xTool M1 Air Assist https://amzn.to/3JiL6SS ■ 3m Masking Tape https://amzn.to/3XSASx6 ■ Honeycomb 400X400mm https://amzn.to/3XN9gsT ■ Honeycomb 300X300mm https://amzn.to/3HgzbT0 ■ 1100 piece blocks https://amzn.to/3kNg7nI ■ Blocks base plate 2 pack https://amzn.to/3Y0ChRy ■ Lightburn Software Official Site https://lightburnsoftware.com/ ■ Etsy Official Site https://www.etsy.com/ Official xTool Stores: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4938&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4975&utm_source=influencer UK store: https://uk.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY

We keep finding more ways to utilize our xTool M1. This time we combine it with some simple woodworking to make Version 2 of our Nespresso Pod Holder. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Amazon: ■ xTool M1 Set https://amzn.to/3WntWqZ ■ Makita 23 guage pin Nailer https://amzn.to/3D4Rx8f ■ Wood Glue Dispenser https://amzn.to/3XN8UlP Official xTool Stores: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4938&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4975&utm_source=influencer UK store: https://uk.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY

We decided to purchase an xTool M1 Smoke Purifier so our neighbors do not have to smell laser burning wood everyday and it is awesome. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Amazon: ■ xTool M1 Set https://amzn.to/3WntWqZ ■ xTool Smoke Purifier https://amzn.to/3Qm5wvN Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4938&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4975&utm_source=influencer UK store: https://uk.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY

We needed a permanent home for our xTool M1 so we made pull out shelves to allow us to easily use and put away our M1. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Amazon: ■ xTool M1 Set https://amzn.to/3WntWqZ ■ Drawer Slides https://amzn.to/3i3wr2J Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4938&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4975&utm_source=influencer UK store: https://uk.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY

Tried our hand at making wooden puzzles using our xTool M1. Granddaughter loves the puzzles and we love being able to make puzzles we know she will enjoy. Number Puzzle provided by Christy Johnson https://www.facebook.com/groups/xtoolm1/permalink/5473415256090012 Puzzle creator https://gists.rawgit.com/Draradech/35d36347312ca6d0887aa7d55f366e30/raw/b04cf9cd63a59571910cb226226ce2b3ed46af46/jigsaw.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Amazon: ■ xTool M1 Set https://amzn.to/3WntWqZ ■ xTool M1 Air Assist https://amzn.to/3Ygzrc8 ■ Pop up Spray Tent https://amzn.to/3FSecoI ■ Lazy Susan Hardware https://amzn.to/3FREuaQ Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4938&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_medium=4975&utm_source=influencer UK store: https://uk.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY

We provide easy to follow instructions on installing the xTool M1 Air Assist. This is a must have for your laser. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Amazon: ■ xTool M1 Air Assist https://amzn.to/3Ygzrc8 ■ xTool M1 with RA2 Pro https://amzn.to/3dZZTVk

Our outdoor Christmas decorations are a hit already. This worked out well. The neighbors are taking the free ornaments and it is awesome. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video: ■ Cricut Explore Air 2 https://amzn.to/3EK16Jt ■ Cricut removable vinyl https://amzn.to/3EEqkJj ■ Transfer Taper Roll https://amzn.to/3GP0PYs ■ Cellophane Cookie bags https://amzn.to/3ibBEoN ■ Mini Clothespins https://amzn.to/3F58Cjx ■ 4' X 7' Storage Bag https://amzn.to/3gBXilC Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/

It is that time of the year! This year our theme is Christmas Ornaments. We are making ornaments to hang outside and allow neighbors to take for free. Paying it forward with our laser cutter/engraver. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video: ■ xTool M1 Laser Cutter https://amzn.to/3dZZTVk ■ Famowood Epoxy https://amzn.to/3OleyYK ■ Silicone Measuring cups for Epoxy https://amzn.to/3XkTqWT Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/

We used our xTool M1 and RA2 Rotary to cut bamboo and made a pendant light. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video: ■ xTool M1 Laser Cutter https://amzn.to/3dZZTVk ■ xTool RA2 Pro Rotary Tool https://amzn.to/3O0EatK ■ Bamboo Pen Holder https://amzn.to/3UL4pa4 ■ Shoji Paper https://amzn.to/3E0GegZ ■ Candelabra light socket https://amzn.to/3tt0v9S ■ LED Bulbs 6000K Daylight White https://amzn.to/3UPBrpp ■ Pendant light cord https://amzn.to/3trcwwH Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/

We used our xTool M1 laser to make logos from wood and filled it with epoxy. Check out our playlist of xTool M1 videos. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUO_wFXBgcXfIDx1fS69IUVwcnq7Uztvx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video: ■ xTool M1 Laser Cutter https://amzn.to/3dZZTVk ■ FamoWood Glaze Coat (Epoxy) https://amzn.to/2vE0NA8 ■ Silicone Measuring Cups & Stirrers https://amzn.to/3AE6b5o ■ Disposable Eye Droppers https://amzn.to/3fjhY17 ■ Makita Router https://amzn.to/3R30VgS Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/

We provide ideas on how to design a business card and then we show how to use the xTool M1 to engrave your design on metal business cards. Check out our playlist of xTool M1 videos. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUO_wFXBgcXfIDx1fS69IUVwcnq7Uztvx ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video: ■ xTool M1 Laser Cutter https://amzn.to/3dZZTVk ■ Metal Business Cards (Blue) https://amzn.to/3MYHIwf ■ Metal Business Cards (Gold) https://amzn.to/3Do4nif Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/

We saw people asking how to use the software for the xTool M1. We created a fast paced instructional video, for beginners, to show the features of the software called xTool Creative Space. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Download the software directly from xTool at https://www.xtool.com/pages/software Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Amazon: ■ xTool M1 Laser Cutter https://amzn.to/3dZZTVk Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/

Our xTool M1 laser engraver is getting used a lot and the exhaust works well but we enhanced it by attaching an inline fan to help ventilate smoke and smells even more. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Amazon: ■ 4" inline fan https://amzn.to/3egsWUJ ■ 4" coupler with hose clamps https://amzn.to/3edvEKJ ■ 4" to 3" reducer https://amzn.to/3yuyUs2 ■ 8', 3"duct hose with hose clamps https://amzn.to/3EpBSSp ■ xTool M1 Laser Cutter https://amzn.to/3dZZTVk Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/

We show how to use all the parts of the RA2 Pro Rotary attachment for the xTool M1 and perform some tests. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video Official Store: US store: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer EU store: https://eu.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Amazon: xTool M1 with RA2 Pro https://amzn.to/3dZZTVk xTool RA2 Pro https://amzn.to/3M096tp Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/

Testing and Honest Review of the xTool M1 Hybrid Laser and Blade Cutter. Oh Boy! This was FUN! ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video ■ xTool Official Page https://www.xtool.com/?ref=PoorMansDIY&utm_source=influencer Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/

We were provided a solar powered security camera from EUKI and asked to provide an honest review. Spoiler alert... We really, really like this ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video ■ Euki Solar Powered Security Camera https://amzn.to/3RWHmrC ■ Makita cordless Staple Gun https://amzn.to/3dqSOwH Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/ (Affiliate link)

DIY installation of Smart Light Switch. We are not professional electricians but wish to show how we installed the Smart Light Switch ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video ■ Irwin Vise-Grip Wire Stripper https://amzn.to/3TUpiQp ■ Smart Light Switch https://amzn.to/3d8MjOL Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/ (Affiliate link)

Part 2 of our wall clock build, designed from a military unit's patch. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video ■ Makita Router https://amzn.to/3R30VgS ■ Silicone Measuring Cups & Stirrers https://amzn.to/3AE6b5o ■ Wen Scroll Saw https://amzn.to/3T85QPt ■ Cricut Explore Air 2 https://amzn.to/2JKDAjT■ Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/ (A referral link at no extra cost)

We went old school and built a step stool for our granddaughter, using hand tools and a drill. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video ■ Deko Tools Tool Set https://amzn.to/3QIW9Wg ■ Deko Cordless Drill https://amzn.to/3ii3Set ■ Threaded Inserts https://amzn.to/3wg8BEz ■ DrillBlock Handheld Drill Guide https://amzn.to/3pzBtnC ■ Hole Saw Set https://amzn.to/3lGTmhW Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/ (A referral link at no extra cost)

We reduced an estimated 98% of dust caused by a table saw with three improvements to our table saw. Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video ■ Dust Cutter https://amzn.to/3QFCdmK ■ Table Saw Anti Dust Case and Guard https://amzn.to/3SMNgMJ ■ Dewalt Table Saw https://amzn.to/2pLFoC2 Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/ (A referral link at no extra cost)

We wanted to try something new so we tested chemical wood burning. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video ■ Thick-It Thickener https://amzn.to/3SpOaP4 ■ Ammonium Chloride https://amzn.to/3A2MvYu ■ Polyacrylic https://amzn.to/2pZYOnf Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/ (A referral link at no extra cost)

We had to make a simple coffee table for our granddaughter and it was super easy to make. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Affiliate links to items used in the making of this video ■ Makita Drill Set https://amzn.to/2N6CsYV ■ Folding Table Legs https://amzn.to/3cTYRJA Filming Equipment: ■ Sony ZV-1 https://amzn.to/2T4wkHJ ■ Canon M50: https://amzn.to/2k7JnGN ■ Comica BoomX D2 Wireless Lavalier Mic https://amzn.to/3bL1laH ■ SanDisk Ultra 64Gb https://amzn.to/32VphkF Music from Epidemic Sounds. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/dtfmvh/ (A referral link at no extra cost)