There are a lot of CNC machines sitting around in basements and garages, but we haven’t seen anything like this. It’s making lenses using a standard CNC machine and a lot of elbow grease. The process ...

“A friend in Connecticut told me about a CNC machine in his shop that was simple, easy to program and set-up, run and verify tools of all types,” recalled Brendan Slabe, an Ohio machine shop owner.

Have you ever had a brilliant idea for a creative project but felt held back by the complexity—or cost—of the tools needed to bring it to life? Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just dipping your ...