Jennine Lewis began with zero tools and zero experience. Starting with giving away 600 Quail, she has built a thriving business. Who are her customers? How does she price her work? What stuff sells? Answers to that and more on this episode of TMG.

Inlays can take a product to 11. For Bill Muckle, Cribbage Boards have been his muse and his business. Who are his customers, How can a business be built? How does he decide where to put his energy? A creative and a family man just like many of you, balancing family and business to make it all work.

Mark Gutierrez has utilized CNC to push his guitar building into new materials and innovative designs. Working in his spare time Mark creates one of a kind playable pieces of art. Entering contests and pushing his design limits. Get to know The Punk Rock Machinist from Austin, TX.

https://www.youtube.com/c/markgutierrez

https://www.instagram.com/markgutierrez/

From Air Force Pilot to Creator of Exceptional Items, Tom Sterling has had a multi faceted journey. Now making unique EDC items and works of art, Tom continues to explore new techniques and inspiration. @tom_sterling_hand_engraving He has sage words of advice in this episode of The Makers Garage.

Adam Brackney of @WKRMN is so much more than "just a guy in a small shop trying to make fun things." He's gone from CNC newbie to multi-sided operations in a multitude of materials. A full time design and manufacturer, Adam's story is an interesting one. Enjoy getting to know a creative guy who's making happen everyday.

Darren Byrd retired from an electrical engineering career and found himself a new pursuit. Purchasing a CNC, Darren had one road in mind. He spent some time exploring that avenue before finding another turn that interested him. Making incredible detailed wood and epoxy signs Darren has distinguished himself with meticulous detail and artful creations. Take some inspiration and tips from ByrdDog Creates and apply them to your next project.

Check him out @ByrdDogCreates on Instagram

Jacob Lundquist has loved knives since he was a kid. Professionally involved in product and industrial design, he decided to get involved on the manufacturing side. Premium materials, unique "Variants" and a Lottery are all part of his knife business adventures. Just a guy with a NOMAD3 in a dungeon in Minnesota making incredible products.

LINKS from Episode 14

Qvist Bladeworks: https://qvistbladeworks.com

Send Cut Send: https://sendcutsend.com

Fat Carbon: https://fatcarbonmaterials.com

QSP Knives: http://qspknife.com

In the Army and stationed overseas, Maurice Erickson (Merick01) dreamed of having a workshop equipped with a CNC. A transfer to Colorado made that a reality. Not a wood worker and new to CNC, Maurice has pushed the edges of his capability with terrific results. Hear about his journey and why cribbage holds a special place in his life.