#186: Impossible Dovetail Puzzle Box (Part 1)

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🧩 Ready to baffle your friends with a mind-boggling puzzle box? In this two-part Vectric tutorial series, we dive deep into creating a stunning dovetail "impossible" box that's sure to leave everyone scratching their heads! We'll guide you through the entire process, from designing the basic box structure with a charming heart-shaped interior, to crafting the perplexing dovetail slots that create the illusion. We'll cover everything from figuring out the perfect angles and depths for your dovetails, to setting up your toolpaths, to adding a sneaky locking mechanism for an extra layer of puzzle-solving fun. Whether you're using VCarve, Aspire, or Cut2D, this project is perfect for leveling up your CNC skills and creating a unique, conversation-starting piece. Plus, we'll be sharing tons of pro tips along the way to ensure your box turns out flawlessly. So, get ready to push your CNC skills to the limit and create a dovetail "impossible" box that will leave everyone amazed!

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