Custom Laser-Cut Holiday Puzzles

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    Edited 2025/03/19

    Summary

    I have always loved puzzles…I usually use an app on my iPad to create puzzles from my photos, but I miss the “tactile” feel of a nice, wooden puzzle.  I found some color laser prints in my studio, and decided to make puzzles as holiday gifts.  This project should work with ANY of xTool’s laser cutters, although I’m using the P2.  Adjust as necessary with the settings for your machine.  I've enclosed a couple photos for you to use, including a snowy river holiday scene in Colorado.  IMPORTANT: YOU WILL NEED A GOOD QUALITY PARTICULATE MASK FOR THIS PROJECT.

    Production Info

    Application scenario
    Laser
    Software
    xTool Creative Space
    Machine & processing module
    xTool P2
    55W
    Compatible xTool Machine
    Guidelines for using compatible machines
    xTool D1
    5W, 10W, 20W
    xTool F1 Ultra
    20W
    xTool M1
    5W, 10W
    xTool P2
    xTool S1
    10W, 20W, 40W
    xTool F1
    10W
    xTool P2S
    55W
    xTool M1 Ultra
    10W, 20W
    xTool D1 Pro
    5W, 20W, 10W, 40W
    Material used
    Laser Print
    Spray Adhesive
    Foam Brush
    Wood glue
    3mm Basswood Plywood
    3mm MDF Board
    I used 1/8” 3mm MDF and spray adhesive, and smoothed the print using a 2” foam brush. If you’re adding a base with a frame, use wood glue with a small flat paintbrush. A good quality 1/4” (6mm) plywood or 1/8” (3mm) plywood work well, with less harsh fumes. I prefer the 3mm material.
    Total time
    45 min

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