Create unique laser cut and engraved wedding invitations using the wide variety of colours fromTrotec's LaserPaper range. Customise your own invitations, cards, thank you notes and more using the same techniques.
Preparation
Required materials
1 sheet LaserPaper Colors - Blue
1 sheet LaserPaper Colors - Cottage Red with self adhesive backing
Try using two contrasting colours for this tutorial. Darker colours will enhance the visual impact of the finished engraving results. We suggest a 1.5" lens for detailed cuts.
Step by Step
Step 1: Design
Feel free to create your very own graphic design, or use our template for this wedding invitation. Simply print the two files to your Trotec laser with the following suggested settings.
Process Mode
Resolution
Cut line
Standard
500 dpi
None
Halftone
Others
Color
Optimized geometries, inner geometries first
Step 2: Laser cutting and laser engraving the LaserPaper
Place the LaserPaper on the laser table, and cover any remianing space on the table with plain paper to increase the vacuum. The reccomended laser parameters will vary depending on your laser and the laser power.
Laser Parameters:
Color
Process
Power
Speed
ppi/Hz
black
engrave
30
80
500
red
cut
25
2.5
2000
blue
engrave
20
80
1000
Passes
Air assist
Z-Offset
Advanced
1
ON
0
Custom
1
ON
0
Default
1
OFF
0
Custom
Tip:
We modified the standard laser parameters from JobControl and optimised for quality. You may need to adjust your settings depending on your laser and the power available. The material parameters for LaserPaper for JobControl can be downloaded from www.troteclaser.com.au
Step 3: Assembly
Take the blue engraved LaserPaper, fold along the scored edges, and glue the red LaserPaper to the center.
Why should I use Trotec LaserPaper?
Trotec LaserPaper is the perfect choice for certificates, thank you notes, invitations, cards and more. The Trotec range of laser engraving papers features a range of colours perfect for every occasion and style.
Inspiration
Try different colours of LaserPaper to make your designs unique.
