Add this to the start gcode under machine settings for the Artillery Sidewinder X1 in Cura slicer:

; Custom Start G-code
G28 ; Home all axes
G92 E0 ; Reset Extruder
G1 Z2.0 F3000 ; Move Z Axis up little to prevent scratching of Heat Bed
G1 X10 Y.5 Z0.3 F5000.0 ; Move to start position
G1 X100 Y.5 Z0.3 F1500.0 E15 ; Draw the first line
G1 X100 Y.2 Z0.3 F5000.0 ; Move to side a little
G1 X10 Y.2 Z0.3 F1500.0 E30 ; Draw the second line
G92 E0 ; Reset Extruder
G1 Z5.0 F3000 ; Move Z Axis up little to prevent scratching of Heat Bed and let out nozzle pressure
G1 X0 Y15 Z0.4; Move back to heat bed, sticking blob of filament down before travel move to free nozzle
; End of custom start GCode
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When the Covid-19 Virus locks down the world you hang out with your best friends.  Since we can't be around other people, there's no guest host this time.  Ben, Brian, And Coty discuss how the virus and its extraordinary circumstances affect their businesses.  Ben's wife Molly also decided to start a book blog.  https://www.leggingsandliterature.com/ Brian cannot teach remotely because he has no internet on his phone or at home. Be safe, Stay Happy, Hope. - The Build Guild
https://www.thebuildguildpodcast.com

You guys know me for my work with the Shapeoko 3.  It's been a good machine but with some caveats.  Belt stretch and breaking, Z movement loosing steps, very heavy to move by yourself, and needing a computer to be constantly tethered to use it.
In comes the Onefinity.  Created by the people who make the Suck It dust boot, this machines solves all the major faults of the Shapeoko and Xcarve.  X, Y, and Z Axis use ball screws standard.  Linear Bearings on all axis, no belts anywhere to be found.  The controller is so powerful that it runs its own built in software so no computer needs to be connected to it to send or run files.  Finally, no computer is needed in the dusty shop.
I'm one of the first 'influencers' to receive this beast so make sure to be following me on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.  I'll be sure to post lots of videos about the machine and its capabilities.  Check out their announcement video below.
You can find Onefinity CNC at www.onefinitycnc.com.  Make sure to follow them on Instgram and Facebook as well @onefinitycnc.  
Can't wait to show you what it's all about!
Happy Cutting!
-Ben

With all the crazyiness going on in the world during the corona virus, covid-19, I love the fact that people are hiding bears around their homes for children to 'hunt' for during walks and bike rides.  I designed a very simple file that can be used on a cnc, laser cutter, 3d printer, vinyl cutter or just a regular everyday home printer that you can print out on paper for kids to color.
Please feel free to use these files as you'd like.  Please tag me, email me, or leave a comment on the socials so I can see what you do with the, @myerswoodshop.
We're in this together!  Let's bring a smile to the faces of children.
​-Ben

*This is a ZIP file.  You will need to 'unzip' the file to access the files*

​Ben (Myers Woodshop) and Coty (Arganic Woodwork), two makers from central Arkansas, discuss their recent trip to Workbenchcon 2020, the conference for makers and content creators. They guys break it down by price, food, hotel, sponsorship's, vendors, classes, and meet ups.  Ben gives his thoughts as a content creator and Coty as a full time production shop. Should you attend Workbenchcon next year?  Listen as the guys discuss their thoughts and find out if you'll see them next year or not.    After, we talk to Brian (Fiery Squirrel Art) about his thoughts on if he missed out or he goes in the future.
Also, Ben's wife Molly pulls an epic prank on him during the trip and also starts a book blog at https://www.leggingsandliterature.com/