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Details: Written by: Christopher; Category: Docs; Published: 06 July 2021; Hits: 1436

Hello and welcome to out Tech, Tools, and Supplies page.

Below you will see several tables showing the Tech, Tools, Supplies, and more, used by PMG. We will be keeping this page updated every time we use or order a new item.

The images are the links, click the image to be taken to the product's page.

Please note, all of the links below are affiliate links. If you make a purchase after following the link PMG will receive a commission for sending you to seller's website; this will not effect the price you pay what so ever. If you like to support us with your regular online shopping, consider setting the following link as your bookmark to the seller's site: Amazon; by doing that you can support PMG with every purchase you make.

Cameras and Accessories

Name	Description	Image/Links (Click image to view)
USB Microscope	It does not get down to the microscopic level of magnification, but it serves my purposes.

Computer Parts and More

Name	Description	Image/Links
LG external USB DVD Burner Disk Drive	My desktop does not have an integrated disk drive and I don't need one for my day to day. This item used a few times a year.
USB Sata Hard Drive Adaptor	This piece of tech allows me to plug in an "internal" Sata Hard Drive, external of the case.
525gb Solid State Drive	This was purchased Jan-2018 as the bootdrive for my desktop. I will upgrade sooner or later but as of Jan-2021, this drive has been 10/10
Blue-Yeti USB Condenser Mic with Studio Stand	A great mic that I use daily. (Check Bestbuy for a better price)
Pop-Filter	A pop-filter for my mic.

Cross Cut Crafters Tools and Supplies

Name	Description	Image/Links
Tufting Gun	Cut Pile
Shears
Carpet Trimmer with Shearing Guide Rug
Electric Scissors Dremel HSSC-01 4V Cordless USB Rechargeable Electric Scissors
Primary Tufting Cloth	82.7inx78.7in (Tufting gun shown in pic not included)
Backing Cloth	72in x40in
Threader
Hand Punch Needle
Glue	Roberts 3085-1 Multipurpose Carpet and Felt Back Vinyl Adhesive, 1 Gallon
Black Button Snaps	Black Button Snaps for leathercraft and more.
Rivet Setter Kit	Note: The set linked is the cheap Chinese one I currently use. You will get what you pay for. Keep that in mind if you decide to purchase this item.
Black Leather Dye	"Say my name"
Dremel Attachment Leather Burnishing Tools	Leather Burnishing tools that attach to a Dremel.
Leather Strip/Strap Cutter	Note to user; before you try to use this, you have to cut your leather and start with a clean straight edge or you will be very disappointed with the cut. This is how the tool work, don't me like me and screw up due to not knowing how to use the tool.
Locking Buckles	(Buy these from Tandy Leather, not Amazon)
Oblong / Oval Leather Punches	Use these for making slots in leather strapping for buckles. (I had to sharpen these manually when I got them; out of the box, they are crap.)
Leather Stitching Punches	4mm spacing in 2/4/6 arrangements.
10-Piece Leather Hole Punches	10 Piece Leather Hole Punches 0.5mm-5mm
120-Count 6x12mm Spikes	"Say my name"
140-Count Assorted Stud/Spike Kit	Just getting into leather-craft, I have not had experience with these types of hardware. I purchased this kit so I could see and touch the hardware, get a better idea for their size and 3D shape so that I can then order the ones I want in bulk.
160-Count Assorted Stud/Spike Kit	Just getting into leather-craft, I have not had experience with these types of hardware. I purchased this kit so I could see and touch the hardware, get a better idea for their size color/finish and 3D shape so that I can then order the ones I want in bulk.
Plano 730 Series Tackle Box	This is what I used as the storage and travel case for my leather kit.

Power-tools, Hand-tools, Outdoor Equipment

Name	Description	Image/Links
Dremel 4000 Kit	My personal kit, and a recommend buy for anyone who does not currently have a rotary tool.
Dremel Flex Shaft	This is an attachment for my Dremel that allows for more ergonomic control of whatever tool I am using. I think this is a MUST BUY for anyone who has a compatible Dremel tool.

Hi! This Thing On?

Details: Written by: Christopher; Category: Journal; Published: 24 March 2023; Hits: 590

Hello everyone and welcome back to the PMG website.

So, where have we been? Why hasn't a video released since July 2022?

Please allow me to fill you in, but I have to go back a little farther than July; back to Nov 2021.

I was working a dead-end job that was no longer paying enough for me to make ends meet by way of inflation. In that industry I required a license issued by the state in order to do that job. That license has a fee associated with getting it, so at that point I felt as though I was now being charged to work. I put in my notice and left for a manufacturing job. I applied and interviewed for a job doing quality control at a sticker printing place. From day one they had me doing a different job that I could not physically handle. When I tried to talk to my supervisor and ask when am I going to start the job I applied for; this guy basically informed me I will do what I'm told or I can quit. I informed him of a problem with my knee and stated I need something else. Thankfully at this time I also emailed HR and asked for a medical accommodation to prevent injuries. Wouldn't you know it, that manager backed off... Fast forward a few weeks and basically the whole shift was out other than me and the two supervisor's. I had came in to work sick and just couldn't do the work on my own; so I asked what kind of disciplinary action would be taken if I needed to leave. The supervisor said it would be a writeup. Since I had no write ups, I didn't see a problem so I left. I had an Emil before I woke up next telling me I was terminated. Thank goodness...

So I was fired without cause and was able to get on unemployment. I had "no fault employment insurance" for my biggest bills with the bank which covered most of my expenses and allowed me to work on my video stuff opposed to a regular 9 to 5. You see, I either have time or money, never both. July 2022 came and went and so did my unemployment checks. By this point in 2022, despite everyone having a now hiring sign out, I couldn't find work that covered everything. Eventually I worked in fast food until Dec 2022 when I went back to work for dead-end job I mentioned at the start of this, but hey, they are paying 2.25 an hour more now, and that is enough for me to make ends meet.

So that catches you up through the start of 2023. I am working that job now (actually typing this article while on the clock), and now at the end of March, I have gotten my bills caught back up. Since I am no longer having to pay extra to catch up, I will now be able to put that money in to production.

Stay tuned and be ready for more videos to drop soon.

-Chris

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