File formats and more…

File formats

I draw all my templates in AutoCAD as it is the software I’m most accustomed to work with and I have not found any other software that is as competent as this.

From AutoCAD I export a dxf file. The dxf file is the base for all the other file formats for each design I make. The file conversions takes quite a long time because there are many software I use for this.

Currently, I provide seven different file formats for you to use. This is so that as many people as possible should be able to use my designs in their cutting machines.

After I changed the OS on my computer, my KNK software doesn’t work anymore. It seems like it’s the dongle that is the problem. I have taken the decision to no longer provide knk files because of this. I do not see it as a problem as the KNK software is able to import both dxf and gsd files.

However, I have decided that I will start providing pdf files for those who do not have a cutting machine so they can print the template and then cut out by hand. This applies only to new designs.

 

And more…

Many times I have been asked why I do not sell my designs. I know I would earn much more money on my designs if I sold them than what I get via donations. But I’m not interested in selling, it’s too much work to administrate and I do not think it is worth all the trouble.

I don’t draw my design because I need them I draw them because I think it’s fun, and I rarely use them myself. I’m so happy when I see that others appreciate what I do. Often this is enough as payment for my work.

Of course, I appreciate all the donations I receive. These helps me to keep running my website and pay most of the costs for software and consumables used during the design process.

Happy cutting!

Monica

 

 

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Gazebo no. 7

This is the last gazebo, at least for now. Maybe I draw more variants another time.

The roof parts are quite tricky to glue together.

Be careful to center the parts properly.

You can find the file here.

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Gazebo no. 6

This is an oval-shaped variant of number 5.

Use the assembly instructions for Gazebo number 2 and the added pictures below.

You can find the file here.

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Gazebo no. 5

This gazebo is very similar to no. 2. On this, I haven’t made any separate inner floor. The corner posts goes through the base and are glued on the underside. I don’t know if you think this is trickier than the others but I wanted to try this.

I have added some pictures as it is a slightly different design. Use the assembly instructions on Gazebo no.2 for the rest.

You can find the file here.

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Gazebo no. 4

Yet another model. A more oval-like shape.

Hope you like it!

Look at Gazebo no.2 for assembly instructions, they are much similar.

You can find the file here.

Gazebo_4

 

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