In this episode of Creative Engineering, Swag takes a break from building factories for Create components to focus on completing his headquarters. He dives into setting up bulk storage and auto-crafting systems for items he frequently needs, along with their essential components. Join Swag as he demonstrates how to use Integrated Dynamics and Create vaults to achieve vast storage capabilities and on-demand crafting. Learn valuable tips and tricks to optimize your own storage and crafting setups!
Author: Swagnilla Ice
Episode 63: Saint Dominic
A Few Moments with God explores the life of Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order and the man credited with spreading the Holy Rosary. Discover how a diplomatic mission to secure a royal marriage led him to confront the Cathar heresy and why he chose radical poverty to convert souls. Learn the incredible story of this great saint, whose influence continues today through his Order and the powerful prayer of the Rosary.
Creative Engineering E38: Mastering Precision Mechanism Automation
In this episode of Creative Engineering, Swag walks you through the process of automating precision mechanisms, a crucial component for future setups like speed controllers and mechanized arms. Learn from his mistakes and tips to ensure your own setup is smooth and efficient the next time you need to assemble this multi-part machine. Don’t miss out on this valuable guide to precision engineering!
Pope Leo I on Fighting Temptation
“Virtue is nothing without the trial of temptation, for there is no conflict without an enemy, no victory without strife.” ~ Pope Leo I
Creative Engineering E37: Sophisticated Backpack & Automated Shafts with Create Mod
In this episode of Creative Engineering, Swag kicks things off by crafting a custom backpack for enhanced personal storage and adds some clever upgrades to make it even more functional. But that’s just the beginning! After perfecting his backpack, Swag dives into the world of automation, demonstrating how to automate shafts and cogs using Create and Integrated Dynamics. Whether you’re a seasoned Minecraft player or just getting started, tune in to learn how to bring your own world to life with these innovative techniques!
Episode 62: St. Paul of the Cross
In this episode of A Few Moments with God, I explore the life of St. Paul of the Cross, a mystic who believed that the Passion of Christ was the surest path to God. I discuss how his life of prayer and profound faith led him to found the Passionists, a religious order dedicated to sharing this very message with the world. Join me as we discover how St. Paul of the Cross can inspire us to find deeper meaning in our own lives through the Cross.
Levelling Up My Hobbies (and My Content!)
Hi everyone,
I’m getting ready for the weekend and thinking about something that’s a big part of my life: my hobbies. From reading a good book to making art, these are the things that recharge me and spark a lot of the creativity you see in my content.
You might know that a lot of my time goes into Creative Engineering and A Few Moments with God. But what you might not see as often are the moments in between—the ones where I’m just enjoying a passion project. For me, these are things like getting lost in a good book, writing new ideas down, or getting my hands dirty with some pottery. I’ve also been getting back into playing some old favourites, like modded Minecraft and Factorio on my PC, and even dusting off some classic Wii or GameCube games using the Dolphin Emulator for the latter. These aren’t just ways to pass the time; they’re ways for me to learn and experiment. Reading, for example, has taught me a lot about storytelling, which has been super helpful for my own video series. Gaming has helped me see things from new perspectives and has trained my eye to notice small details that can make a big difference.
I often think about how cool it would be to share more of these things with you. Imagine a series of posts about the new pots I’m making or a deep dive into the latest mods I’m playing with. Right now, it’s a challenge to find the time and resources to do that justice. That’s where you come in.
Your support through Swagnilla Ice helps me turn these small passion projects into something more. It helps me invest in things like art supplies or new equipment. More importantly, it gives me the freedom to dedicate more of my time to these creative outlets. By becoming a member, you’re not just supporting a blog; you’re helping me grow as a creator and bring even better content to you.
So, if you enjoy what I do and you’re excited about the idea of seeing more, please consider joining one of our membership tiers. Even the Peasant membership is a great way to show your support, or if you want full access, the Squire tier is a fantastic option. The more paid members we have, the more time I can dedicate to hosting events on the Discord server. For example, once we hit five paid members, I’ll host a bi-weekly voice chat, with each session focusing on a different topic. At ten paid members, I’ll start a weekly live stream on Discord. And if we can hit fifty paid members, I’ll host a monthly community gaming night with games like Jackbox and Golf with Your Friends. I’m certain that I can also continue to find ways to provide even more content for higher numbers, so please consider becoming a Squire or higher today!
Thank you for being here and for helping me make all of this possible.
Talk soon,
Nathan Pinno (aka Swagnilla Ice)
Creative Engineering E36: This Machine Turns Logs into Diamonds (in this Modpack!)
In this installment of my Creative Engineering series, discover a cool trick using the Create mod in my modpack: a machine that turns logs into diamonds! I’ll walk you through the entire process, and at the end of the video, I’ll share some special rewards that supporting members of Swagnilla Ice will unlock once we reach a certain number!
My long-term goals are…
My long-term goals are simple and personal. First, I want Swagnilla Ice memberships to cover my monthly bills. This would give me the freedom to focus fully on creating content for you.
Second, I’m saving up C$5,000 to purchase a lifetime Paid Memberships Pro Plus membership. This upgrade will allow me to give you a better experience on the blog.
Finally, and most importantly, I hope to one day launch my charitable organization, Project Green Light. My goal is to help others break free from the chains of addiction, just as I have.
Episode 61: St. John Chrysostom
This episode explores the life of St. John Chrysostom, an influential fourth-century preacher and writer who rose to prominence but was exiled twice for his strong convictions and opposition to corruption. Despite facing immense trials and conflict, his dedication to the poor and his courageous stance against abuse of power earned him a lasting legacy in the church. Ultimately, his life serves as a powerful reminder to find glory in all things, even in the midst of suffering.