R31 PORTFOLIO
R31 PORTFOLIO
R31 PORTFOLIO
These templates, blueprints and patterns are free for you to download, use and abuse, as part of my way to give back to the community and help others grow and develop in their skills.
The idea is that these are a helpful resource of templates and blueprints to assist in your builds in general as multi-use, rather than specific items.
All I ask is that if you download and use a template or blueprint, you give credit back to R31 Studios for it. The rest of your handiwork is your own.
I offer these templates out for free, with no pay wall, however if you feel you would like to help the cause and enable me to continue crafting and developing more templates, you can donate through the button below. Any amount is hugely appreciated, and truly valued, thank you.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE
This list is by no means exhaustive, but below are these are the tools I use for my crafting.
Most of these are what I consider the essential tools needed, but there are a few extra nifty things here which I would definitely recommend getting. You don't need a lot.
These are easily available from most hardware, hobby stores or online stores, so no matter where you live, you' should be able to get hold of them.
Personal Protective Equipment
Remember, safety is IMPORTANT.
There is a reason PPE is at the top of the list. Make sure you look after yourself when crafting, especially with fumes and small particulates like foam dust.
Respirator/ Dust Mask
Protective Glasses/ Goggles
First Aid Kit
Protective Gloves
Fan/ Ventilation
Plug in Tools
I heavily recommend that when any power tool is not in use it is unplugged or switched off at the mains.
Heat Gun
Dremel Rotary Tools
Hot Glue Gun
Soldering Iron/ Wood Engraving Tool
Hand Tools & Equipment
Exact hand tools and equipment is often down to personal preference and what you like to use and work with. These are the basics that I use.
Precision Knife
Craft Knife(s)
Metal Ruler(s)
Sandpaper
Replacement Knife Blades
Cutting Mat
Sanding Block
Metal Straws
Knife Sharpener
Metal Cookie Cutters
Paintbrushes
Consumable Items
Whilst most tools you don't need to replace, there are some things you will need to buy that are consumable and replaced. It helps to know how often you use them so you can budget in when you will need to replace them.