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What can I do for you? 

My website is designed specifically to help the beginner to intermediate woodworker, hobbyist CNC operator, or laser operator achieve and grow in your dreams, just like I did. Just hopefully without the headache and cost. My errors, have at times been expensive and frustrating. I can help you avoid that.” Royce 

Hill Country CNC & Woodworking is a Veteran owned CNC, woodworking & CO2 laser shop creating custom designs.

Whether you’re interested in traditional woodworking methods or eager to explore modern innovations, we’ve got you covered. From the basics of selecting the right wood to advanced joinery techniques, we’ll help you develop the skills and confidence to tackle any project with finesse and flair.

Join my vibrant community of CNC enthusiasts, engineers, and industry experts – a place where knowledge is shared, ideas are exchanged, and challenges are conquered together. Whether you’re interested in hobbyist projects or shaping the future of industrial manufacturing, I’m here to support your journey.

Whether you’re a novice seeking guidance or a seasoned professional sharing your expertise, this is a melting pot of knowledge, passion, and collaboration. Join me on this expedition, where I celebrate the marriage of technology and creativity, and where each laser-engraved masterpiece tells a story of dedication and craftsmanship.

Hill Country CNC & Woodworking Blog

Picture of the PiBurn 4.0 Rotary Axis for CO2 Laser engraving.
Why I chose the PiBurn 4.0 over the 4 Wheel Rotating Axis.
Why I chose the PiBurn 4.0 This is the PiBurn 4.0 Rotary Axis for CO2 Laser engraving sold by Lens Digital LLC. Bottom line up front, the PiBurn 4 is the superior tool that will make you money....
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An edge grain cutting board with name inlay.
Can I flatten an End Grain Cutting Board with a CNC?
Can Face, Edge or End Grain Cutting/Charcuterie Boards be flattened on a CNC? One of the hardest and most frustrating things when making a cutting board is the final leveling of the board, with...
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This is a picture of a hat leather patch that I did for a family member. It says G&K Fencing and Construction.
How to make Leatherette Hat Patches.
Making hat patches with Leatherette. Leatherette Hat Patches One of the things I really like to do for my business when I have extra time is to offer CO2 Laser engraved Leatherette hat patches. ...
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Laser cutting metal showing the differences in Fiber Optic Lasers from others. We ompare and contrast the types of lasers, Diode, CO2 and Fiber Optic.
Comparing types of lasers (Diode, CO2 & Fiber Optic).
What is the difference between a Diode, CO2 & Fiber Optic Laser? In this article we are comparing and contrasting the major differences between hobbyist lasers (Diode, CO2 and Fiber Optic). Ultimately,...
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Image of a CO2 Laser head.
What is a CO2 Engraving Laser?
What is a CO2 Engraving Laser?        A CO2 Engraving Laser uses high voltage electricity to excite Carbon Dioxide (and a few other) molecules into emitting a powerful photon...
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A thought about stains.
So, I just wanted to bring up my thoughts on using stains for your woodwork and how to make better decisions based on them. First thing I like to remind people about is that stains are NOT sealers....
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Meet the Maker

This is a picture of Royce from Hill Country CNC & Woodworking wearing a pair of ISOtunes Link 2.0 with boom microphone.

"I think it would be great if I had this amazing backstory, but the truth is that I am just a normal guy that needed to find himself after the military."

2019 brought us COVID and in that, an actual blessing in TIME.  Unable to go into work everyday I found myself sitting at home with extra time on my hands. This was perfect because I knew retirement from the Army was just around the corner. 

That Wooden Flag

One day I decided to make a hand carved United States flag. That my friends is all she wrote!  I was instantly hooked even thought I realized quickly I was horrible at it! The determination led me to learning and then honing skills. 

Help from organizations like the Travis Manion Foundation and Combat Marine Outdoors pushed me out of my comfort zone to grow, and my cousins with L7 Construction LLC taught me some heavily needed skills.  

My family supported me every step and now I am realizing that dream on a daily basis, and frankly, I love it.” ~Royce

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