Hi guys! So some behind the scenes stuff. We wanted to release the propane cannon videos today but there was no way we could have it ready in time (hence the gallery wall video). We've started editing the video and of course we jump right to the slow motion footage and just had to share this with you guys!
Also we're embedding the GIF in this area instead of the header since it works on all devices :D
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WE DID IT GUYS!! Our first successful test fire of a projectile (see GIF below)
We used magnetic iron PLA filament and a magnet to hold the 3d printed projectile in place and added external flutes to the OD of the projectile and it fired first try! We recorded our reaction right after in the video above (please ignore the cilantro in Katelyn's teeth that she's embarrassed about lol).
2017-10-31 04:08:41 +0000 UTC View Post
SUCCESS! I think 1000 FPS is enough to show the flame, what do you think? It does not actually fire that fast, we looped one over the other. Test firing some actual projectiles today!
2017-10-28 20:53:45 +0000 UTC View Post
Guys... this might our favorite thing we've build. Test fired it today and could not wait to share it with y'all!!!
2017-10-27 00:44:47 +0000 UTC View Post
We try to read failed automatic closed captions and fail ourselves, and also provide a little update on what we're up to.
2017-10-25 21:19:57 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys! Super excited to share a sneak peek of our next project :D
We're getting into cosplay and costumes by making a Wonder Woman tiara. We used thermoplastics (wonderflex and black worbla) to make the shape. We also added eyelets for elastic to be threaded through later.
We primed it with a product called Crystal Gel. We then painted it in two stages. First with brass liquid gilding. We app...
2017-10-21 23:48:45 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey y'all! We want to start sharing more behind-the-scenes tips on Patreon about what we've learned as we try to build our channel. You'll notice there's an attachment to this post, and that's our media kit!
If you're not into content creation (youtube, instagram, or otherwise), this post may not be for you. But if you're putting stuff out there into the world and you want to work with companies/brands, stick around :D
A media kit is basically a little document that you give ...
2017-10-14 21:42:19 +0000 UTC View Post
SUPER excited about this one guys :D
Our second sponsored video and this was a lot easier! They basically let us have free reign as long as we hit a few talking points and we gave you guys the usual shoutout. Figuring this out as we go!
We rambled on and recorded our longest "mini" vlog. Does 11 min count as mini still? We talk about
- our call with a production company
- our first sponsorships
- WorkbenchCon questions
- trying to up our production... 5 videos planned this month (well, one down, 4 to go)
Also we'll be reaching our to our $20 patrons soon to schedule the next hangout! Excited y'all.
Also please ignore the thumbnail and how it says 6. It should be 7. We made this in a sleep deprive...
2017-10-07 19:23:01 +0000 UTC View Post
We can't wait to share our latest project guys!! Also quick announcement, this is our first SPONSORED project wooo! Really excited about this because it brings us that much closer to moving to E&K full time but unfortunately they would not let us give you awesome people a shoutout in the video. Still trying to figure this whole thing out but hopefully y'all don't mind <3
2017-10-03 22:59:29 +0000 UTC View Post
So I (Evan) REALLY want to build an air cannon. It will be charged with a mini compressor and will fire with a solenoid valve. Might be a long while till it's ready but wanted to give y'all a sneak peak 😁😁
2017-10-02 04:46:20 +0000 UTC View Post
We were in the middle of recording stuff for a video and had the smart idea to record a mini vlog! So many exciting things guys <3
1) fancy camera app
2) maker faire
3) upcoming events
4) questions for you guys
5) hoping to make more of these!
Also yeah the color balance was pretty off, sorry about that :P
2017-09-28 02:52:34 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi guys! We made this video black and white so that Evan didn't have to put on any makeup... because we are sleepy after traveling 2 weekends in a row while trying to keep up the hustle :) Anyone here going to the New York Maker Faire? We'll be at these meetups:
Thursday night meetup (Maker Faire NY "Real World 3D Printing" Panel w/ MatterHackers and Ultimaker):
https://www.meetup.com/fat-cat-fab...
2017-09-17 16:55:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Post-Harvey update, messy house, upcoming projects, & Katelyn's got a tiny head
2017-09-06 14:58:29 +0000 UTC View PostHey guys, sorry we've been MIA from Patreon for a while! We are just now somewhat catching up after the whirlwind CA trip.
This is the audio only part of a video we hope to make about our trip to CA, but we wanted to give you guys a preview of what we're working on so you can have it first... and just in case it never becomes a video.
<3 E&K
2017-08-22 05:02:05 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Patreon peeps! As a special thanks to our favorite folks, we wanted to give y'all a 25% off code for our Etsy shop! It should work through the end of August. Just use the link below and/or use the coupon code PATRONSONLY25. <3 <3 <3
https://www.etsy.com/shop/EvanAndKatelyn?coupon=PATRONSONLY2...
2017-08-10 20:25:09 +0000 UTC View PostHey guys, so we've been hinting at this for a while, but we wanted to share the official news with you guys first...
WE'RE MAKING A PODCAST!!
We also have no clue what we're doing. So we've started practicing. This is actually like the 5th time we've recorded something but I think it's the first time it was OK enough to share with a small audience.
The format is not at all final, and think it will morph as we try things out but we'd appreciate any feedback you guys...
2017-07-24 18:37:20 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Patreon peeps! We just ordered new stickers and we're working on setting up an online shop where folks can buy them, but we'd like to have more than just stickers on the shop. Any specifically merch y'all would want to see? We think t-shirts would be fun but we're down to think outside the box too
2017-07-23 02:16:47 +0000 UTC View Post
If the lucky 3 winners would message us their addresses, that would be great. Thanks y'all for the support!
2017-07-21 21:15:05 +0000 UTC View Post
We started shooting with it yesterday and it is great! Thanks so much for the support y'all
2017-07-15 14:43:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys, sorry our Patreon updates have been slow, we just got back from vacation and are starting to ramp up again :D
We wanted to make up for it by giving you a sneak peak on an upcoming video (magnetic walnut quick connects) and give some away. We'll reach out to our $10 and up patrons and send y'all one if you want, but we're also giving away two more!
Use #enter in the comments down below if you want one and we'll use a randomizer to pick two of you guys.
Thanks so much as al...
2017-07-11 03:51:09 +0000 UTC View Post
We've been excited to share this with y'all but wanted to wait til William released his video first, which is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9URXiBVuTIw
We have more ambitious projects coming soon, so stay tuned!
2017-07-01 01:01:57 +0000 UTC View Post
When we first started working on our videos, our garage was way too dark. We got a 4500 lumen bulb (http://amzn.to/2rVBAdU) to replace the 700 lumen one we had in there. Always meant to do something with this footage but it wasn't enough to turn into a full video, so we're sharing it here now :)
2017-06-27 00:52:08 +0000 UTC View Post
We were in the middle of a project and didn't savor the idea of all the sanding so we made a simple DIY flap sander inspired by the ones made by machinists at a shop Evan used to work at.
2017-06-23 14:46:24 +0000 UTC View Post
When we don't have all the footage but we need to start editing (haha, aka most of the time), I do some storyboarding to fill in the gaps! -Katelyn
2017-06-19 23:00:24 +0000 UTC View PostHi guys, so we're already changing the rewards, but in a good way!! We want more people to have access to our mini vlogs so we have moved those to the $5 level :D Had so much fun with our first one already and are excited for the next!
2017-06-17 03:20:45 +0000 UTC View Post
Thank you all for your support, this has been an awesome day :D Plus we have some sneak peeks of upcoming projects!
2017-06-17 03:18:10 +0000 UTC View Post
What do you call something that is a coat rack, magnetic key ring holder, entryway organizer, mail storage, floating shelf… thing? We don’t know either. But we made it and so can you!
2017-06-16 17:01:18 +0000 UTC View Post
Pretty excited for this one guys. It will be awesome... Or too crazy. Which is also awesome
2017-06-16 16:59:11 +0000 UTC View Post