Personal Projects

Creative and personal projects that reflect my interests, hobbies, and passion for innovation outside of academic and professional work, showcasing diverse skills and creativity.

Personal Projects

Creative projects pursued in and outside of the UCLA Makerspace, exploring new techniques, testing equipment capabilities, and developing innovative solutions for personal interests and hobbies.

Japanese kitchen knife in presentation box

Handmade Damascus Steel Chefs Knife with a Walnut Handle

I bought a chef's knife blade made from 66 layers of Damascus steel, then handcrafted a walnut wood handle to complete it.

Wooden frame with metal corner brackets

Custom Picture Frame

I found a beautiful piece of wood on a hike. I woodworked the wood into a picture frame.

Handcrafted wooden charcuterie board with beautiful grain patterns

Handcrafted Charcuterie Board

Custom designed and crafted wooden charcuterie board featuring beautiful natural grain patterns and smooth curved edges, perfect for entertaining.

Custom laser-cut wooden Batman jigsaw puzzle

Family Photo Wooden Puzzle

Laser engraved family photo with laser cut jigsaw shapes into eighth inch wood.