# January 20 - January 27, 2023 "A Project That is a 2.5D or 3D Carving" Contes

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So many “big” projects! Thanks to those who participated in our “A Project That is an Oversized Item” contest, where we asked makers to share their best large projects.

We are happy to announce that Brian Slevin, Dave Bross, Jon Zander, Créations Namily, @aringer, and Mike Rickard are the winners of the "A Project That is an Oversized Item” contest! Lookout for a prize!

This week’s theme is “your favourite 2.5D or 3D carving or relief”! Post your favorite nature relief, multi-sided carving, guitars, flags, or any project that incorporates a 2.5D or 3D technique using the LongMill for a chance to win some free stuff!

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> So many “big” projects! Thanks to those who participated in our “A Project That is an Oversized Item” contest, where we asked makers to share their best large projects. Last Week's Winners We are happy to announce that Brian Slevin, Dave Bross, Jon...

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Have ideas for themes? Let us know by commenting down below!

Happy creating!

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Isn’t any CNC router work “2.5D or 3D”?  
2.5D would be any job that cuts depth (all jobs) but moves the Z axis independently of the XY.  
3D would be any job where the Z axis moves with the X and/or Y.