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==Links==
=Wood Working=
===Wood Working===
==List of Woodworking Schools in the Area==
====Utilities====
{| class="wikitable"
|Facility
|Address
|Directions
|Website
|Comments
|-
! scope="row" colspan="5"| New Hampshire
|-
|Woodcraft of Portsmouth
|25 Fox Run Road Newington, NH 03801
|http://bit.ly/31StCUz
|http://bit.ly/2ZbDFlv
|Great for one-off classes and workshops, some of which are free.  They often have some really talented instructors.  Local.
|-
|Homestead Woodworking School
|52 Bald Hill Rd Newmarket, NH
|http://bit.ly/306oYlj
|https://www.woodschoolnh.com
|Great selection of classes from Shaker boxes to Shaker Candle Stands.  You can also reserve time to make your own project with their assistance.  Alan Mitchel is the founder and is extremely knowledgeable and has a great shop with every jig imaginable. Classes fill quickly.
|-
|PETER GALBERT CHAIRMAKER
|The Mills at Salmon Falls Room 137 3 Front St. Rollinsford NH
|http://bit.ly/2ZcVctW
|https://www.petergalbert.com/
|Expert chair maker specializing in Windsor chairs.  Talented artist and inventor.  Featured often in FWW magazine.  Was on the cover of the May/June 2019 issue. 
|-
|Allan Breed School of Woodworking
|1 Front Street Rollinsford, NH 03869
|http://bit.ly/2ZcVctW
|https://www.allanbreed.com/ and https://www.allanbreed.com/classes/
|Teaching the design and construction of American 18th century furniture.  Extremely talented specializing in 18th century carving techniques.
|-
|Epic Woodworking
|Baptist Road Canterbury NH
|http://bit.ly/306oYlj
|https://www.epicwoodworking.com/in-shop-classes/
|Tom McLaughlin teaches classes live (in his shop as well as streaming) as well as has an archive of very affordable videos teaching the construction of several pieces of furniture. Sells plans online and has a Youtube channel hosting his own Shop Night Live at 8PM Thursdays with various step by step projects free.  Has his own PBS show and is very personable.
|-
|Canterbury Shaker Village
|288 Shaker Rd Canterbury, NH 03224
|http://bit.ly/2Z7j2XY
|http://www.shakers.org/category/shaker-inspired-workshops/woodworking/
|In addition to touring the grounds, they give demonstrations and teach several classes including Shaker boxes
|-
! scope="row" colspan="5"| Maine
|-
|Center for Furniture Crafstmanship
|25 Mill St Rockport ME
|http://bit.ly/2KANR3c
|https://www.woodschool.org/
|Full time school as well as offering continuing education.  A wide variety of classes to consider from some really talented crafts people.
|-
! scope="row" colspan="5"| Massachusetts
|-
|The Furniture Institute of Massachusetts
|116 Water Street • Beverly, MA 01915
|http://bit.ly/2TDKXxn
|http://www.furnituremakingclasses.com
|A full time and part time school teaching several workshops for projects specializing in period furniture.  Run by Phil Lowe who was the former head of the Furniture and Cabinetry program and the North Bennett Street School and frequent contributor to FWW magazine.  Several free videos on his website with techniques. 
|-
|The North Bennett Street School
|150 North Street Boston, MA
|http://bit.ly/2Z9FEuP
|https://www.nbss.edu/continuing-education/overview
|Nine Full Time programs.  Offers a great selection of Continuing Education workshops anywhere from one day to three months.  Founded in 1881, the premier school for those who want to embark on a career in craftsmanship
|}
 
==Utilities==
*[http://woodgears.ca/gear_cutting/template.html Gear template generator]
*[http://woodgears.ca/gear_cutting/template.html Gear template generator]
*[https://www.cutlistoptimizer.com/ Cut List Optimizer]


===Metal===
=Metal=
'''Places to buy metal'''
'''Places to buy metal'''


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*[http://necuttingdie.com/ North East Cutting Die] - Portsmouth, NH (machining and cutting services)
*[http://necuttingdie.com/ North East Cutting Die] - Portsmouth, NH (machining and cutting services)


===Machining===
 
 
=Machining=
*[http://www.deansphotographica.com/machining/projects/springs/springs.html Making Springs on the Small Lathe]
*[http://www.deansphotographica.com/machining/projects/springs/springs.html Making Springs on the Small Lathe]
*[http://opensourcemachinetools.org/ Open Source Machine Tools] - plans for making your own machine tools for low cost (concrete lathe, mill, etc)
*[http://opensourcemachinetools.org/ Open Source Machine Tools] - plans for making your own machine tools for low cost (concrete lathe, mill, etc)


===Electronics===
 
====General====
=Blacksmithing=
'''Local resources:'''
*[http://www.sanbornmills.org/blacksmithing/ Sanborn Mills] in Loudon, NH.
*[http://www.newenglandblacksmiths.org/classes-workshops/ New England Blacksmiths] - Blacksmithing classes around the country
*[http://www.newenglandschoolofmetalwork.com/node/19 New England School of Metalwork] - classes on blacksmithing and bladesmithing
*[https://www.morrellmetalsmiths.com/blacksmithing-classes Morrell Metal Smiths] - classes
 
=Electronics=
==General==


*[http://www.pacificdisplay.com/technical.htm How LCD Screens work]
*[http://www.pacificdisplay.com/technical.htm How LCD Screens work]
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*[https://Maker.Pro Maker Pro] - an active, open source platform for maker projects much like Hack A Day. These projects are centered around Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Intel Edison, home automation and more.
*[https://Maker.Pro Maker Pro] - an active, open source platform for maker projects much like Hack A Day. These projects are centered around Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Intel Edison, home automation and more.
*[https://eepower.com EE Power] - a digital publication focused on the power electronics industry.
*[https://eepower.com EE Power] - a digital publication focused on the power electronics industry.
*[https://www.electronicspoint.com Electronics Point] provides both interesting content and useful resources for Electrical Engineers.


====Useful Tools====
==Useful Tools==
*[http://www.falstad.com/circuit/ Simple circuit simulator]
*[http://www.falstad.com/circuit/ Simple circuit simulator]
*[http://www.csgnetwork.com/ne555timer2calc.html 555 Timer Calculator]
*[http://www.csgnetwork.com/ne555timer2calc.html 555 Timer Calculator]
*[http://www.freepcb.com/ Free PCB Layout Program]
*[http://www.freepcb.com/ Free PCB Layout Program]


====Web Stores====
==PCBs==
*[https://jlcpcb.com/ JLC PCB]
*[https://oshpark.com/ OSH Park]
*[https://www.4pcb.com/pcb-order-options.html 4PCB]
*[https://www.expresspcb.com Express PCB]
*[https://dirtypcbs.com/store/pcbs DirtyPCBS]
 
==Web Stores==
*[https://www.sparkfun.com/ Sparkfun] - kits for soldering classes, solder spools, irons, tools
*[https://www.sparkfun.com/ Sparkfun] - kits for soldering classes, solder spools, irons, tools
*[https://www.ifixit.com/ iFixIt] - tools for phone and device repair
*[https://www.ifixit.com/ iFixIt] - tools for phone and device repair
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*[https://thepihut.com/ Pi Hut] - UK shop for Raspberry Pi and micro:bit
*[https://thepihut.com/ Pi Hut] - UK shop for Raspberry Pi and micro:bit


===CNC Routing and Milling===
=CNC Routing and Milling=
====CAM Software====
==CAM Software==
*[https://www.vectric.com/products/vcarve.htm VCarve Pro]
**[http://support.vectric.com/vcp-questions FAQs]
**[http://forum.vectric.com/ Forums]
**[http://support.vectric.com/tutorials/V9/?software=3&category=1&order=1 Tutorials]
**[http://gadgets.vectric.com/V9/library.html Gadgets]
**[http://support.vectric.com/tips-and-tricks/select.php Tips and Tricks]
*[http://www.cambam.info/ CamBam]
*[http://www.cambam.info/ CamBam]
*[https://www.inventables.com/technologies/easel Easel]
*[https://www.inventables.com/technologies/easel Easel]
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*[http://rapid-pcb.com/ Rapid PCB to Gcode]
*[http://rapid-pcb.com/ Rapid PCB to Gcode]
*[http://www.probotix.com/cnc_software/ List of other CNC software on Probotix.com]
*[http://www.probotix.com/cnc_software/ List of other CNC software on Probotix.com]
*[http://www.scorchworks.com ScorchWorks]


====General====
==General==
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qm0kBXESY3o VCarve Pro Introduction]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBGqknN3gGs CNC Dummies for Routers - This Old Tony]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4bMAIEFCYU CNC Basics 2 - This Old Tony]
*[http://shapeoko.com/wiki/ Shapeoko CNC Wiki]
*[http://makezine.com/2014/12/04/50-digital-wood-joints-poster/ 50 Digital Wood Joints]
*[http://makezine.com/2014/12/04/50-digital-wood-joints-poster/ 50 Digital Wood Joints]
*[http://precisebits.com/tutorials/calibrating_feeds_n_speeds.htm Calibrating Feeds and Speeds]
*[http://precisebits.com/tutorials/calibrating_feeds_n_speeds.htm Calibrating Feeds and Speeds]
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*[http://www.autotracer.org/ Autotracer] - web-based tool to vectorize regular images
*[http://www.autotracer.org/ Autotracer] - web-based tool to vectorize regular images
*[https://cloudconvert.com/ Convert anything to anything]
*[https://cloudconvert.com/ Convert anything to anything]
*[http://www.woodworkerb.com/home/pcb-isolation-routing/tool-width-calculator/ Calculator for finding width or depth of cut for a V-bit]
==Materials==
*[https://www.inventables.com/categories/materials Invetables Materials]
*
=3D Printing=
'''3D Models'''


===3D Printing===
*[http://www.thingiverse.com/ Thingiverse] - find 3D models online, share your designs with others
*[http://www.thingiverse.com/ Thingiverse] - find 3D models online, share your designs with others
*[https://nasa3d.arc.nasa.gov/ NASA 3D Resources]
*[https://nasa3d.arc.nasa.gov/ NASA 3D Resources]
*[https://www.blender-models.com/model-download/ Blender 3D Model Repository]
*[https://www.blender-models.com/model-download/ Blender 3D Model Repository]
'''Filament'''
*[http://www.microcenter.com/ Micro Center]
*[http://www.3dsolutech.com/ 3D Solutech ] - also sold cheaper [https://www.amazon.com/3D-Solutech/b/ref=bl_dp_s_web_16009070011?ie=UTF8&node=16009070011&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=3D+Solutech on amazon here]




===Robotics===
=Robotics=
*[https://portal.nifty.com/hebocon/rules_en.htm Hebocon - bad robots]
*[http://robogames.net/index.php RoboGames!]
*[http://robogames.net/index.php RoboGames!]
*[http://robotshop.com/letsmakerobots/ Let's Make Robots!]
*[http://robotshop.com/letsmakerobots/ Let's Make Robots!]
*[http://opencv.org/ OpenCV] - computer vision for robots and other projects
*[http://opencv.org/ OpenCV] - computer vision for robots and other projects
===Gardening===
 
 
=Automotive=
*[https://www.cartechbooks.com/techtips/automotive-welding-sheetmetal-guide/ AUTOMOTIVE WELDING: SHEETMETAL GUIDE]
*[https://henrysautowarehouse.com/automotive-rivets-explained/ AUTOMOTIVE RIVETS EXPLAINED]
 
=Gardening=
*[http://www.guerrillagardening.org/ggtroopdigs.html Seed bombing]
*[http://www.guerrillagardening.org/ggtroopdigs.html Seed bombing]



Revision as of 12:56, 20 October 2019

Wood Working

List of Woodworking Schools in the Area

Facility Address Directions Website Comments
New Hampshire
Woodcraft of Portsmouth 25 Fox Run Road Newington, NH 03801 http://bit.ly/31StCUz http://bit.ly/2ZbDFlv Great for one-off classes and workshops, some of which are free. They often have some really talented instructors. Local.
Homestead Woodworking School 52 Bald Hill Rd Newmarket, NH http://bit.ly/306oYlj https://www.woodschoolnh.com Great selection of classes from Shaker boxes to Shaker Candle Stands. You can also reserve time to make your own project with their assistance. Alan Mitchel is the founder and is extremely knowledgeable and has a great shop with every jig imaginable. Classes fill quickly.
PETER GALBERT CHAIRMAKER The Mills at Salmon Falls Room 137 3 Front St. Rollinsford NH http://bit.ly/2ZcVctW https://www.petergalbert.com/ Expert chair maker specializing in Windsor chairs. Talented artist and inventor. Featured often in FWW magazine. Was on the cover of the May/June 2019 issue.
Allan Breed School of Woodworking 1 Front Street Rollinsford, NH 03869 http://bit.ly/2ZcVctW https://www.allanbreed.com/ and https://www.allanbreed.com/classes/ Teaching the design and construction of American 18th century furniture. Extremely talented specializing in 18th century carving techniques.
Epic Woodworking Baptist Road Canterbury NH http://bit.ly/306oYlj https://www.epicwoodworking.com/in-shop-classes/ Tom McLaughlin teaches classes live (in his shop as well as streaming) as well as has an archive of very affordable videos teaching the construction of several pieces of furniture. Sells plans online and has a Youtube channel hosting his own Shop Night Live at 8PM Thursdays with various step by step projects free. Has his own PBS show and is very personable.
Canterbury Shaker Village 288 Shaker Rd Canterbury, NH 03224 http://bit.ly/2Z7j2XY http://www.shakers.org/category/shaker-inspired-workshops/woodworking/ In addition to touring the grounds, they give demonstrations and teach several classes including Shaker boxes
Maine
Center for Furniture Crafstmanship 25 Mill St Rockport ME http://bit.ly/2KANR3c https://www.woodschool.org/ Full time school as well as offering continuing education. A wide variety of classes to consider from some really talented crafts people.
Massachusetts
The Furniture Institute of Massachusetts 116 Water Street • Beverly, MA 01915 http://bit.ly/2TDKXxn http://www.furnituremakingclasses.com A full time and part time school teaching several workshops for projects specializing in period furniture. Run by Phil Lowe who was the former head of the Furniture and Cabinetry program and the North Bennett Street School and frequent contributor to FWW magazine. Several free videos on his website with techniques.
The North Bennett Street School 150 North Street Boston, MA http://bit.ly/2Z9FEuP https://www.nbss.edu/continuing-education/overview Nine Full Time programs. Offers a great selection of Continuing Education workshops anywhere from one day to three months. Founded in 1881, the premier school for those who want to embark on a career in craftsmanship

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Useful Tools

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  • Sparkfun - kits for soldering classes, solder spools, irons, tools
  • iFixIt - tools for phone and device repair
  • Spikenzie Labs - kits, parts, goodies
  • Mouser - huge electronics manufacturer, has every kind of chip, switch, component
  • All Electronics - theoretically everything, has decent prices and a lot of variety
  • Electronic Goldmine - bulk parts for cheap, usually discontinued. great for tinkering supplies
  • Adafruit - kits, arduinos and arduino clones, Raspberry Pi, wearable electronics
  • Pimoroni - British shop for Raspberry Pi
  • Pi Hut - UK shop for Raspberry Pi and micro:bit

CNC Routing and Milling

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Materials

3D Printing

3D Models

Filament


Robotics


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