Wilson's Workshop

15/01/2025

So I picked up a biscuit joiner for the Monitor Table project. And today I was reading the instructions as one should do for a new tool.

When you see it just comment "yum"

:-)

12/01/2025

Don't miss out on the impromptu photo contest with all of the snow also, a new post is up on the Patreon talking about moving forward with the next priority project...

Check it out here:

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10/01/2025

Had an idea while on the road...

Let's do an impromptu photo contest for all of us drowning in snow at the moment!

Snap a photo of your favorite prop, weapon, or costume piece and drop it in the comments of this post.

The photo with the most likes by January 31st will be our "winner" and I'll message you and arrange a care package shipment.

I'm excited to do this so please help to spread the word.

A

10/01/2025

https://www.patreon.com/posts/final-resistance-119707433?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

FINAL Resistance Pilot Chest Box files are up for Patreon subscribers. I will get them on the Etsy account after this weekend for everyone else.

This has been a fun project and I so very much appreciate the feedback and support from all of you. I am going to continue working on finishing and painting the box that I have, and I have a commission to produce another so be on the lookout for those updates as well.

Hope everyone stays safe this weekend and as always your generosity and support is greatly appreciated!

Take care,
A

08/01/2025

Finalizing details and will hopefully be posting files to Patreon this weekend.

I want to include some sort of instructions or breakdown of assembly as well as a Build of Materials when everything is ready to go.

After that post goes up I can start sanding, priming, and painting.

What are your thoughts on the Resistance Pilot Chest Box?

A

06/01/2025

We have LIGHTS ‼️

Check out the update over on Patreon

https://www.patreon.com/posts/119447085?utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=android_share

A

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06/01/2025

Other than the hose these are the last pieces needed to continue work on the Resistance Chest Box.

Fingers are crossed that the beautiful snowfall that blanketed the region doesn't keep the guys in the big brown truck from getting here today.

05/01/2025

I'm still awaiting some hardware and misc items ordered for the Resistance Pilot Chest Box. I have received the M3 threaded inserts and they work wonderfully with the design.

Also moved some things around and came across the Fallen Order Saber Stand, so I'll be dusting this off and doubling down on getting it finalized and up for Patreon members.

Lastly I am about halfway through re-modeling the 181st Type B Chest Box. As a reminder the original files are available for all paying Patreon members.

I hope that everyone is having a wonderful weekend and always your support is appreciated!

Take care,
A

03/01/2025

First perk for Wilson's Workshop Paid Members. I have provided a link to download the 181st Type B Chest Box. This is an older file for which I accidentally corrupted the original 3D models, leaving me with only the STLs. I am going to be recreating and improving these files so I wanted to share the old files currently on Etsy as a bonus

https://www.patreon.com/posts/181st-type-b-box-119223220?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link.

Eventually, I will have all of the files I create available to Paid Patreon members. Or they will be available to the public on the Etsy site.

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02/01/2025

One more project announcement for the upcoming year, this one is going to take some time for sure.

In the convention world, there is a niche of individuals who greatly enjoy customer trading/collector cards. Cosplayers enjoy handing these cards out to kids, who are always so very appreciative, and the adults like to try to collect all of the individual cards for themselves too.

One problem that seems to arise with the cards is displaying them in a manner that is both visible to the public, easy to grab without causing a fuss, and doesn't clutter and take up valuable space on a table.

On a trip to Galaxy's Edge in June 2024, I snapped a photo of a directional sign. This sign has become my inspiration for constructing a fun, interactive, and immersive stand for displaying trading cards as well as any other POP (Point-of-Purchase) items.

Drop a comment below of any fun elements you can think of to include in the display.

Take care,
A

02/01/2025

Recently in my attempt to organize I made a purchase of a new desk for my studio computer. However, I didn't notice when I made the purchase that there was an embedded power strip on the top shelf where the monitors rest. So I did what any normal person does and purchased a second desk thinking that that would solve the problem and give me additional "flat" areas for housing more clutter. Of course, you see where this is going, and even with the second desk, I didn't have an appropriate spot to place my third monitor which is the monitor I keep around solely for chat screens.

This leads me to an upcoming project: custom-building a small table where the chat monitor will live!

My experience in fine wood working is zero but that hasn't stopped me from dreaming and planning to try and build something that is slightly better than going to a big-box retailer and making do with whatever I can find.

If you have any wood-working tips and tricks please leave them in the comments! Other than that, thoughts and prayers are appreciated.

Take care,
A

31/12/2024

Last update for the year!

I've been working all day on laying out the internal electronics after having the test print in hand. I had to order a couple of different buttons/switches to see which would work for the idea I have. I do have a fall-back option of just mounting a rocker switch on the back plate if all else fails.

I am also toying with including an Arduino mount on the electronics board if the desire arises for someone to code their own custom setup.

The last item I'll need to address before releasing files is running tests on laser-cut acrylic for the translucent buttons on the front. Someone could 3D print with resin or clear filament and then color them appropriately, but since we have a laser I want to be able to offer that as an option as well.

Wishing everyone a safe and Happy New Year, see you in 2025!

31/12/2024

Resistance Pilot Chest Box test print is off the printer, cleaned, and cured.

This thing looks incredible, I am super happy with the dimensions and details. I have identified some small tweaks that are needed for the interior of the design which will help with usability and electronic installation.

I've been debating on how to offer the file once I have it and a BOM prepared. Currently my thought is to make it available on the Patreon for any paying membership or it will be listed on the Etsy for regular sales there.

Does that sound reasonable or does anyone else have optional ideas to propose?

30/12/2024

https://patreon.com/wilsonsworkshop

No clue what I am doing so I invite everyone to come along for the ride and watch me make a fool of myself!

Just know that if you do that, I will be extremely grateful and truly appreciate all of the support everyone has given me.

creating cool stuff and local business

30/12/2024

Almost finished up with the model for a Resistance Pilot Chest Box.

Working out the fine details and then onto a BOM for electronics.

29/12/2024

Testing the waters...

I have an Alter Ego: The Foreman helmet that I would like to sell.

Helmet is 3D printed in ABS. It has red LEDs in the three front openings, these are encased in UV resin so are not easily removed or changed.

If you are interested in the helmet I have three visors materials you can pick one from and I will include it with the helmet. There will also be some foam padding included for mounting inside the helmet.

Asking price is $220 plus shipping.

26/12/2024

To avoid confusion you are going to see a slight rebranding of this page from Wilson's House of Cosplay to Wilson's Workshop. While I will still continue making costumes and props, I also want to share some of the other creative items time is spent on. I have also reactivated the old AWiLSON Pencil Portraits page and will be working with FB to merge the two pages together. Although I tried this once before and FB said that since the pages are so different they were declining the request. Hopefully, with the rebranding and direction for Wilson's Workshop, I can convince them down the road to facilitate the merger.

As always, I want to thank everyone who has supported my endeavors over the years, and look forward to sharing the future with you all!

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