Shaper Blog

Can we use Origin to solve the Impossible Joint? Looking at these interlocking dovetails, you'd think there's no way the two pieces could fit together... or could they?! Check out this week's Session to learn about designing dovetails (both impossible and regular) in Studio, and cutting them with Origin, as we try to make the Impossible Joint possible.

Mortise locks and side rail hinges will elevate your fine boxmaking projects, but they can be difficult to install. In this week's show we'll cover best practices for achieving clean, accurate mortises with Origin, ensuring a perfect fit for high-end hardware. With a variety of templates available in Shaper's Hardware Catalog, we'll also talk about the selection of hinges available on the market, and how to pick the right hinge for your project.

This week's project is a mind-bending Penrose Triangle inlay by Ramon Valdez. Join us to learn how we work with thin, commercial veneer - a material that will open your marquetry practice to an incredible variety of species and colors.