Creality debuts the mBox, a $329 3D printer for kids, on TikTok Shop
Creality announced the mBox, an enclosed 3D printer aimed at ages 6 to 16, at $329. At launch it is sold only in the U.S. through TikTok Shop, from November 9 to December 10, 2026.
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WeCreat lists a 50W fiber laser module for Lumos and Lumos Flex
WeCreat is selling a 50W fiber module that adds fiber laser capability to existing Lumos and Lumos Flex machines, listed at $2,199 with an MSRP of $2,299.
ACMER Black Friday Early Access Sale Runs Through November 15
ACMER's early Black Friday sale lists lower prices on its fiber, enclosed diode and budget laser engravers through November 15.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2026: Official Sales From Laser, 3D Printer and CNC Brands
Sale dates and main offers from xTool, Creality Falcon, ACMER, Creality, OMTech, Bambu Lab, Prusa, Anycubic, Elegoo, Qidi, Sovol, Onefinity and more, taken from each company's own pages.
Creality Lists Black Friday Prices on K2, K1 Max and Ender 3D Printers
Creality's US Black Friday guide lists the K2 at $399, the K1 Max at $549 and the Ender-3 V3 SE at $179. It doesn't give an end date.
Creality Falcon Black Friday Sale Runs November 10 to December 1
Creality Falcon's Black Friday Mega Sale lists lower prices on its T1 and A1C lasers, plus bundles with accessories. The sale runs November 10 to December 1.
How to Publish a Fast, Secure Website for the Cost of a Domain
How The Tinkerverse moved off traditional web hosting to GitHub and Cloudflare, what it costs, the security habits that matter, and how an AI tool can help manage it all.
WeCreat Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sale Runs Through December 2
WeCreat's holiday sale includes automatic discounts of $100 to $1,800 on eligible orders, weekly gifts with machine purchases and refurbished price cuts. Offers run through December 2.
This Week in the Maker Space: November 9, 2026
LightBurn 2.2 and its xTool changes, Bambu Lab's H3C tool changer and Bambu Studio 2.9.1, OrcaSlicer 2.5.0, and Creality's K3 reaching US availability.
OrcaSlicer 2.5.0 is out with Python plugins and color mixing
The stable OrcaSlicer 2.5.0 release adds Python plugins, color mixing from loaded filaments, belt printer support and more.
Why Won't My 3D Print's First Layer Stick to the Bed?
Most first-layer problems come down to a dirty plate, the wrong plate or settings in the slicer, or the nozzle height. Here's what Bambu Lab and Prusa recommend checking, in order.
Why Is My CNC Cutting Air, or Plunging Too Deep? Check Your Zero
When a hobby CNC cuts above the wood or digs into the spoilboard, the usual culprit is a mismatch between where your design says zero is and where you set it on the machine.
LightBurn 2.2.01 Patch Fixes Crashes and Expands EZCad3 Galvo Support
LightBurn's first patch for version 2.2 focuses on stability and on EZCad3-based UV, fiber and other galvo lasers, with a handful of fixes for xTool, Creality Falcon and camera users.
Why Does My Laser Engrave in a Different Spot Than I Placed It in LightBurn?
Almost always, it's the Start From setting. Here's what Absolute Coords, Current Position and User Origin each do, and how to pick the right one for your laser.
What Speed and Power Should I Use? Let LightBurn's Material Test Tell You
There's no universal settings chart that works for every laser and every board. LightBurn's built-in Material Test burns a grid of settings so you can pick the best one for your machine and material.
xTool X1 Goes on Sale: A CO2 Laser With an Optional Galvo and Add-On Sources
xTool's new X1 starts at $3,399 as a 55W CO2 gantry laser. A $3,999 version adds a fast diode galvo module, which also opens the door to optional fiber, MOPA and UV sources.
Line, Fill or Offset Fill: Which LightBurn Mode Should I Use?
A beginner's guide to LightBurn's three main vector layer modes and when to reach for each one.
MillMage 0.9 Early Access: V-Carving and More
MillMage 0.9 early access adds V-carving and more for CNC users.
How to Use AI to Generate Perfect Laser Engraving Designs
How AI tools can help a one-person laser engraving business create designs faster.
Making a Haunted Halloween Decoration with the Creality Falcon A1 Laser
Making a haunted Halloween decoration with the Creality Falcon A1 laser.
Creality Falcon A1 Laser Engraver – Hands-On First Impressions
Hands-on first impressions of the Creality Falcon A1 10W diode laser engraver.
10 More LightBurn Tips You (Probably) Didn’t Know About
In this video we take a look at 10 less commonly known LightBurn tips that can boost efficiency when designing in LightBurn.
An Official Welcome of LightBurn 2.0
LightBurn 2.0 is here and it's a big change. A look at what's new and what to know before updating.
LightBurn 2.0 Common Issues and Fixes
Common LightBurn 2.0 problems and how to fix them, from display scaling to missing window layouts.
LightBurn + ChatGPT – I Use AI to Help Create an Original Split Monogram Design
Using ChatGPT and LightBurn together to help create an original split monogram design.
When to Invert your Image for Engraving
When and why to invert an image in LightBurn for laser engraving.
5-Minute Lser Project: Acrylic Keychains
A 5-minute laser challenge: design, engrave and cut a custom acrylic keychain.
Create a Custom Laser Cut Mother’s Day Gift
A step-by-step tutorial for a personalized laser-cut Mother's Day project in LightBurn.
The AtomStack Kraft – Ongoing / Upcoming Review
An ongoing hands-on review of the AtomStack Kraft dual-laser engraver.
A look back at 2024 with The Tinkerverse
A look back at The Tinkerverse's 2024, with a thank you to the laser community for its support.
LightBurn Layers and Modes
How to use layers and line modes in LightBurn to prepare your artwork for the laser.
Let’s talk about the WeCreat Vision 40w – An ongoing review
A deep dive into the WeCreat Vision 40W, including what works and what doesn't.
LightBurn Trim Tool is Here! v1.7 Release Candidate
LightBurn's 1.7 Release Candidate adds an updated Trim tool, one of the most requested features for newer users.
AlgoLaser Alpha Mk2 20w Diode Laser
A Tinkerverse video: AlgoLaser Alpha Mk2 20w Diode Laser.
Machine Origin – LightBurn Tutorial
A Tinkerverse video: Machine Origin – LightBurn Tutorial.
ACMER P2 20w Diode Laser
A Tinkerverse video: ACMER P2 20w Diode Laser.
Cut Shapes Tool – LightBurn Skills Project
A Tinkerverse video: Cut Shapes Tool – LightBurn Skills Project.
Making Laser Jigs – LightBurn Skills
A Tinkerverse video: Making Laser Jigs – LightBurn Skills.
LightBurn Automatically Converts Measurements and Does Math
A Tinkerverse video: LightBurn Automatically Converts Measurements and Does Math.
AtomStack Ace Pro v2 24w Diode Laser
A Tinkerverse video: AtomStack Ace Pro v2 24w Diode Laser.
LightBurn Nodes and Node Editing
A critical skills video on nodes and node editing in LightBurn.
Laser Kerf and LightBurn Kerf Offset
Why laser kerf matters when parts need to fit together, and how to handle it with LightBurn's kerf offset.
Manipulating Text with LightBurn
LightBurn offers many powerful ways to manipulate text. This video walks through the main options.
A fresh look at LightBurn Layers for 2024
A Tinkerverse video: A fresh look at LightBurn Layers for 2024.