How to Make Wooden Laser Cut Name Puzzles with xTool

How to Make Wooden Laser Cut Name Puzzles with xTool Looking for a fun, personalized project that makes an adorable handmade gift? These custom name puzzles are one of my favorite projects to make with my xTool P3 CO2 Laser cutting machine!  Made from 3/8-inch Baltic birch plywood and backed with 1/8-inch basswood, these wooden puzzles are sturdy, colorful, and completely personalized for the recipient. I love projects that are not only cute but also useful. These puzzles give little ones an opportunity to practice letters, spelling, and name recognition while working on fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.  And because every puzzle is made specifically for one child, it feels like a thoughtful keepsake rather than just another toy. These would make a perfect gift for a first birthday, Christmas, birthday party, or other special occasions. They are also a wonderful option for baby showers and can double as adorable nursery decor when they're not being played with. The...

How to Make a Laser Cut Wooden Unicorn Puzzle DIY

How to Make a Laser Cut Wooden Unicorn Puzzle DIY with xTool P3 If you have a little unicorn lover in your life, this colorful wooden unicorn puzzle is such a fun handmade project! I made this adorable animal puzzle using my  xTool P3 CO2 Laser  cutting machine, 3/8-inch Baltic birch plywood, and 1/8-inch basswood. The finished puzzle has a sweet unicorn design with a colorful rainbow mane, bright pink accents, and a simple white face. The pieces are large, easy to see, and fun for little hands to put together. I started with a puzzle file from Creative Fabrica and then sizing the puzzle elements I wanted for my design. Then I used the camera in xTool Studio to position everything perfectly on my wood before cutting. xTool P3 Laser Settings: 3/8" Baltic Birch Plywood Engrave: Power 15%, Speed 400mm/s, Pass 1 Cut: Power 90%, Speed 15mm/x, Pass 1 One of the things I love about laser cutting is how quickly a project like this can go from a digital design to a finished wooden puzz...