How to merge initials and a circle

[WillAdams (William Adams (Carbide 3D))]

Use Boolean Operations for this:

http://docs.carbide3d.com/assembly/carbidecreate/video-tutorials/#boolean-operations

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and this tutorial should cover some of the concepts:

Could use some guidance on creating a carve

I’ve been using a different hobby cnc machine with it’s own software for a number of years. The attached picture is an example of a plaque that I create with this software and machine. I am trying to decide between purchasing a Shapeoko XXL or a X-Carve 1000x1000. I’ve gone through all the pros and cons of each machine. I’ve done a ton of reading on both machines forums. The “usability” of the base software that comes with each machine will play a part in my decision. I’ve used both Carbid…

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