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How to modify textures in SketchUp

December 16, 2020

Adding textures to your SketchUp models is a great way to add a bit of realism.
A bench hook in SketchUp

December 9, 2020

Tim Killen demonstrates basic SketchUp techniques while modeling one of his favorite tools, the mighty bench hook.
Modeling a bandsawn leg in SketchUp

November 25, 2020

Dave Richards demonstrates how to model a complex part using some clever SketchUp plugins.
Demystifying construction details

November 18, 2020

Through the process of building 3D models, very fuzzy, obscure features in a piece of furniture are exposed, worked out, and visually displayed.
Kumiko: An exercise with components in SketchUp

October 22, 2020

Using the power of SketchUp's components, Dave Richards demonstrates how to resize elements of a kumiko panel to create new patterns.
Recreating a Childhood Memory

October 7, 2020

Tim Killen brings create plans from a friends decades-old sketches to help a friend build a part of his childhood.
Modeling an oval Shaker box in SketchUp

September 23, 2020

Dave Richards's model starts out with flat bands for the box and lid, so they could be used to create the patterns for cutting them in the shop.
Basic SketchUp exercise – Designing a handy miter box

September 2, 2020

Tim Killen creates a beginner-friendly SketchUp model with only two components. Nevertheless, it is surprising how many basic SketchUp skills and tools are practiced in making this simple piece.
A couple of Follow Me tricks for SketchUp

August 19, 2020

Dave Richards demonstrates some functions of the follow-me tool that many SketchUp users might not be aware of.
The hard work of starting a new project

August 5, 2020

Even though there is no space in his house for one, Tim Killen begins the planning process for his newest project, a Seymour secretary bookcase.