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PREMIUM PROJECT
Candle Holder
The Candle Holder is a short project which everyone should try. It’s a great way to master basic Origin operations and progress onto more advanced Premium Projects. You can use the Candle Holder to house a tealight and traditional tapered candles. A tray in the middle can be used to store matchsticks. You’ll spend approximately one hour making the Candle Holder from a hardwood of your choice.
by Josh Worley
Tax Not Included
Duration
Approx. 2 hrs
Skill Level
beginner
Unit System
Metric & Imperial
Project Includes
Bill of materials · Project instructions
About the Project
The Candle Holder is a simple take on an ancient design artifact. Create a calming ambience by combining multiple Candle Holders. Try making a collection from different materials including Maple, Walnut, White Oak and Ash.
How You'll Make It
Designing with OriginDesigning with Origin
Designing with Origin
You'll use Origin's on-tool design features to draw circles which match the diameter of your tealight and your tapered candle.
Pocketing the internal featuresPocketing the internal features
Pocketing the internal features
You'll use Origin's stock 1/4" up-spiral cutter to pocket the features of the Candle Holder.
Cutting the outer profileCutting the outer profile
Cutting the outer profile
You'll cut the outer profile of the Candle Holder in multiple passes using Origin's offset feature.
  • Designing with OriginDesigning with Origin
    Designing with Origin
    You'll use Origin's on-tool design features to draw circles which match the diameter of your tealight and your tapered candle.
  • Pocketing the internal featuresPocketing the internal features
    Pocketing the internal features
    You'll use Origin's stock 1/4" up-spiral cutter to pocket the features of the Candle Holder.
  • Cutting the outer profileCutting the outer profile
    Cutting the outer profile
    You'll cut the outer profile of the Candle Holder in multiple passes using Origin's offset feature.
  • Adding a chamfered edgeAdding a chamfered edge
    Adding a chamfered edge
    You'll use Origin's stock engraving cutter to add a small chamfer to the edge of your Candle Holder.
  • Fine finishingFine finishing
    Fine finishing
    You'll sand the Candle Holder to a smooth surface finish before adding a wipe on finishing product to seal the wood.
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What You'll Learn
  • Offset cutting with Origin
  • Fine finishing techniques
  • Designing on Origin
What's Included
Bill of materials
All the materials, tools and hardware you'll need to source in order to successfully build the project.
Project instructions
Comprehensive instructions with illustrations to guide you from your first cut to your last.
More about the project instructions
26 Illustrated Steps26 Illustrated Steps
26 Illustrated Steps
You’ll follow 26 beautifully illustrated instruction steps which will guide you from your first cut to your last.
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Follow on your Mobile
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Origin Cut SettingsOrigin Cut Settings
Origin Cut Settings
Use Origin to its full potential with detailed cutting recommendations, available at the click of a button.
  • 26 Illustrated Steps26 Illustrated Steps
    26 Illustrated Steps
    You’ll follow 26 beautifully illustrated instruction steps which will guide you from your first cut to your last.
  • Follow on your MobileFollow on your Mobile
    Follow on your Mobile
    Our instructions are optimised for mobile viewing making it easy to get the information you need when you need it.
  • Origin Cut SettingsOrigin Cut Settings
    Origin Cut Settings
    Use Origin to its full potential with detailed cutting recommendations, available at the click of a button.
  • Bill of MaterialsBill of Materials
    Bill of Materials
    Each step lists all the tools, materials and hardware you’ll need to successfully complete the project build.
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What You'll Need
Units
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Shaper Origin
Summary:
Handheld CNC router
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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ShaperTape
Summary:
Fiducial Marker System
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Utility Knife
Type :
Retractable Blade
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Bench Chisel
Head Width:
0.5in
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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1/4" Up-Spiral Cutter
Cutter Diameter:
0.25in
Cutter Length:
0.75in
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Dust Extractor
Compatibility:
Fits Origin Dust Port
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Sanding Block
Material:
Cork
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Engraving Cutter
Cutter Diameter:
0.25in
Cutter Length:
0.25in
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Double Sided Tape
Tape Width:
1in
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Lint Free Cloth
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Sandpaper
Grit :
120
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Sandpaper
Grit:
180
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Sandpaper
Grit:
240
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Tealights
Diameter:
Max. 1.75"
Thickness:
Max. 0.65"
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Candles
Diameter :
Max. 1"
Height:
Any
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Oil Finish
Application :
Wipe on
Colour :
Clear, Transparent
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Hardwood
Width:
8" Approx.
Length :
22" Approx.
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Spoilboard
Width :
12" Approx.
Length:
28" Approx.
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Dowel
Diameter:
0.25in
Length:
6" Approx.
Quantity
1 unit(s)
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Meet the Creator
Josh Worley
I joined up with Shaper in 2019 and act as Head of Product. I’m a Product Designer by training and have spent much of my career exploring distributing manufacturing and the democra...
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