Milling Foam Tombstone Epitaphs or Signs Using CNC Part 3
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What this video covers
This third and final installment of a three-part series covers the process of milling foam tombstone epitaphs and signs for haunted attractions using a Shapeoko 3 CNC machine controlled through Carbide Motion software. The video walks viewers through the concluding steps of taking a foam workpiece through the CNC workflow to produce finished, carve-ready cemetery props. It is a practical, process-focused guide aimed at haunt builders looking to add professional-looking carved text and graphics to foam tombstones.
Key takeaways
- ◆Shapeoko 3 CNC paired with Carbide Motion software is the featured toolchain for carving foam props
- ◆Foam is highlighted as an accessible and workable material for CNC-milled tombstone epitaphs
- ◆This is the concluding episode of a three-part series, so viewers should watch parts 1 and 2 first
- ◆The technique scales well for haunted attractions needing multiple consistent tombstone signs
Who this is for
Haunt builders and Halloween prop makers who want to use a desktop CNC router to create professional-quality carved foam tombstones and signage for their attraction or yard haunt.
Tools mentioned
- • Shapeoko 3 CNC
- • Carbide Motion software
Materials mentioned
- • foam
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