Sketchup has become a favorite tool of mine. The free 3-D modeling is simple enough for an old carpenter like me to master after a few sessions. It’s a great way to visualize your design, and it has some really great plugins that make it very versatile. The latest free version of Sketchup is Sketchup Make, named to reflect it’s popularity with the “Maker” movement, and my favorite plugin is Cutlist. Read More