Beading on the edges of rectangle or perimeter of circle
I am making an ashtray and would like beading on the edge of the cigar rest and the perimeter of the ash reservoir like here: so far I have laid out the reservoir and rest: but for the world of me cannot figure how to add the beading. "Help"
I tried to attach the mpc file but was not able to.
Good morning. I am intrigued since I am a cigar smoker. What do you carve them in?
As to your question, what software/add-ons do you have? Unfortunately I don't have any of the pattern building add-ons and only have basic skills with Designer basic so can't help but someone else may.
Let me know if you want a pattern made. I think it should be fairly quick with blender.
Really awesome what you have created again, I personally appreciate the time and effort you willingly and freely give to help other carvers.
Thx, Rick H
I learned a bit as well. I was unaware you can make ashtrays from wood and after researching a bit, I guess world wide, its the most common material for ashtrays.
taxque,
I didn't spend a lot of time on the model so if it needs anything let me know. No real measurements. I just eyeballed it so definitely not perfect.
Oscar
Last edited by oscarl48; 08-20-2021 at 07:16 PM.
Reason: clarification
This is sweet. I hve Designer 3 and was not able to get anything to work. I use scrap wood of just about any type for my ashtrays. Up until now the reservoir has been more cylindrical and I use a metal jar lid or old tuna can in the bottom. I am studying the mpc to understand how you did it.
I use primarily Blender3d and Zbrush. They both have a steep learning curve but are amazing pieces of software. Blender is free. It is a software suite that does 3d modeling, 3d animation, 2d animation, physics engine simulations, video editing, compositing...lets just say it can get complex. I just picked up 3dCoat. Another 3d modeling software but I haven't learned how to use it yet.
I seem to remember that Ipe is beautiful and hard but the dust is dangerous to inhale. Haven't used it or researched much on it, I apologize in advance if in error but wanted to mention the possibility of the dust being harmful. I think others have used it safely with good ventilation/vacuum. so pls check it out for yourself before carving any. Just wanted to make you aware of the possibility
Rick H