How to Make a Layered Snowglobe Scene

How to Make a Layered Snowglobe Scene Learn how to make a layered snowglobe scene using a laser cutting machine and wood sheets.  I am having so much fun using my new xTool laser cutter. It's easy to set up and can cut all sorts of materials. Today I'm sharing these cute little layered snowglobe scenes and how simple they are to create. Supplies Needed for Layered Scene: xTool M1 Laser Cutting Machine 3mm Basswood xTool Creative Space Snowglobe File from Design Bundles E6000 or wood glue Step 1: Design Time! Begin by using xTool Creative Space or XCS and import an svg file.  This snowglobe file doesn't fit the cut space so the software will resize everything to scale to fit the page.  Then move the images around to fit on the basswood placed on triangular prisms in the laser cutter. Set to cut on the side bar and then process, and it takes just about 5 minutes to get these cut. Step 2: Puzzle Time! After the laser cutter cuts the pieces, remove them from the machine and r...

Matchbox Miniature Diorama Advent Calendar!

Matchbox Diorama Advent Calendar! When I was growing up my mom had a darling advent calendar for us to open once each day before Christmas.  My mom was crafty and creative and always made the holidays cheery for us...she was also big into miniatures! Each little matchbox was a little diorama scene to see each day as the excitement filled us. I decided I must make one for myself and my children. You can make one too--you will want to make one too!  Maybe have the whole family help create little scenes. My family used to sit together and craft after Thanksgiving dinner...usually a Christmas craft. This would be a great after dinner craft to get ready for December 1st!  I received a bunch of supplies from Oriental Trading . They have everything you need for crafting, parties and holidays. You will need: 24 Matchboxes Scrapbook Paper Charms Flowers Brads Hot glue/gun Wood Board 18 X 10 The matchboxes come flat and you have to assemble them yourse...