Make a Laser Cut Crankie (Moving Panorama)
A crankie is a frame with two rollers that lets you display a long paper scroll. With this tutorial you can make a customizable laser cut version. The template even helps you upload your own digital image.
Crankie Template: https://cuttle.xyz/@cuttle/Crankie-Mo...
Find more templates at https://cuttle.xyz/templates
Cuttle is a web-based design tool for laser cutting. https://cuttle.xyz
Find inspiration and learn about the history of crankies and other moving panoramas at http://www.thecrankiefactory.com/
Music courtesy of Helstringy • Helstringy - Big Eyed Rabbit
Materials and Supplies (contains affiliate links)
1/8" MDF Draftboard https://craftcloset.com/collections/m...
General Purpose Glue https://amzn.to/3WO8bl3
Olfa Utility Knife https://amzn.to/3oPi19M
Inexpensive digital calipers https://amzn.to/3wGxcCG
Montana Acrylic Paint Marker https://amzn.to/3Ncmxrd
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Contents
[00:00] - Intro
[01:17] - Materials Overview
[01:28] - Measuring Material Thickness
[01:45] - Template and Download
[02:44] - Frame Assembly
[04:50] - Downloading the Scroll
[06:46] - Preparing the Scroll
[07:43] - Mounting the Scroll
[09:06] - Further Customization
[10:41] - Outro
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