
Kitchen utensils with a personalized message
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Be inspired by our Trotec laser samples. Find step-by-step instructions and template files that you can follow directly.
Kitchen utensils with a personalized message
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Fire Evacuation Sign
Create a fire evacuation sign using our TroLase Textures material and your laser engraving machine.
Easter decoration: Chicken
Create a catching Easter decoration by laser cutting wood and our LaserLeather.
LaserPaper Gift tags
Tutorial using Trotec materials and the new Ruby laser software
Leather Pencil Case
Looking for a stylish way to store your stationery? Our new tutorial shows you how to create a pencil case made from our new LaserLeather material, perfect as a stylish product or gift.
Laser cut wood puzzle
Create your own laser cut wooden puzzle
Neon acrylic flamingo sign
TroGlass Neon is a vibrant cast acrylic that becomes even more striking when backed with a white cast acrylic, as showcased in this example. This new material is available in four different colours allowing you to create your own customised designs.
TroGlass XT acrylic bottle display
Covid-19 signage
Our new tutorial offers templates for the quick and easy creation of Covid-19 signage using various Trotec materials and your laser engraving machine.
Baby mobile
Get creative with our new TroGlass Pastel acrylic and create a baby mobile. This tutorial is a great way to make use of leftover materials.
3D style retro sign
Follow our tutorial to create a 3D retro sign. You can easily achieve the 3D effect by layering materials.
3D Wall Decoration: Elephant
This striking decoration is easy to create in just a few steps using your laser machine and our TroCraft Eco material.
Easter tutorial: Shelf sitter
In this tutorial, we show you how to create Easter decorations perfect for sitting on a shelf or desk. Laser cutting wood and the soon to be released TroGlass Pastel acrylic, you can create stunning Easter designs. You can combine different colours and finished to create a small series of decorations. An added bonus, material residues can be recycled.
Abstract flower decoration
This new tutorial allows you to create the perfect wall art for nature lovers using your laser engraving machine.
Laser cut butterfly wall sticker
Create this wall sticker by laser cutting different TroLase Thins colours.
Acrylic wall decorations
Create a wall decoration using TroGlass laser acrylic and signage mounting devices. These materials can be purchased from our engraving supplies website.
Stamps for branding
Create branding stamps perfect for personalising small quantities of items.
Leather belt
Follow our tutorial to easily refine a leather belt by laser engraving.
Glass lantern
A lantern is the perfect decoration for a range of occasions, including weddings Christmas or Birthdays. In this tutorial we take you step by step through the process to create a unique laser engraving on a lantern for a personalised decoration.
Laser cut paper wedding invite
Use your laser engraving machine to create a wedding invite with intricate details. This design can also be used for other applications including menu cards and place cards.
Lucky charms for various ocassions
In this tutorial we show you how to combine aluminium tags and other materials to create individual lucky charms for New Year or other occasions.
Wooden guitar magnet
In only a few steps you can make this fridge magnet made out of veneer wood.
Acrylic jig for laser engraving and marking
Thanksgiving Turkey napkin rings
In this tutorial we show you how to create custom napkin rings by laser cutting and laser engraving wood veneer and 3.2mm thick TroLase.
Vintage ice cream sign
Inspired by the 1950's, this tutorial uses materials such as acrylic and anodised aluminium to create a stand out application.
Vintage diner sign
Use TroGlass acrylic and your Trotec laser machine to create a vintage diner sign.
Wedding Invitation
Make a unique and interesting wedding invitation using Trotec's LaserPaper colours range.
Rocking chair - model making tutorial
TroCraft Eco is the perfect material for model making, and in this tutorial we will show you how to create a model rocking chair using the material.
Wooden flower swing
This tutorial will show you hoow to create a flower swing in a few simple steps using our solid wood material.
Easter decoration
Made from Trotec engraving materials
Moving wind turbine
Created using Trotec materials: TroCraft Eco wood and TroGlass acrylic
Personalised cork board
By following our new DIY tutorial you can create a custom pinboard out of cork.
Laser cut silhouette
Follow our new tutorial to create your own multi-coloured paper silhouette artwork. This technique is especially useful when creating presents or gift cards.
Rotating display made from TroGlass Mirror laser acrylic
Using our soon to be launched TroGlass Mirror acrylic you can create this excellent rotating display - all you need is a little bit of fingertip skill.
Wooden Christmas tree and acrylic bauble
Create a unique Christmas decoration by laser cutting wood, complete with an acrylic bauble! Get ready for the festive season using our tutorial and download our free graphic file.
Contoured exterior sign made from printed acrylic
This tutorial will show you how to create a sign using printed acrylic. To process this we have used a Trotec laser machine with JobControl® Vision software.
Multi-layered acrylic sign
Trocraft Eco snack bowl
In this tutorial we’ll show you how to make a foldable snack bowl out of our new TroCraft Eco material, a sustainable and ecological laser cutting material.
Wooden napkin ring
Step by step instruction for your Trotec laser
Laser engraved photo frame
Wall decoration
Follow our tutorial to see how you can create a stunning wall decoration using Trotec's laser engraving materials.
Vintage style table mat
Follow our tutorial to create a vintage style table mat using your laser engraving machine, jute fabric and fusible interfacing.
TroLase Foil inspection stickers
This tutorial will show you how to use TroLase Foil to create inspection stickers.
TroLase foil trophy label
Softshell laptop bag
In this tutorial we used a laser machine to cut and engrave softshell material to create a laptop bag.
Custom bouquet gift
Black marking a nametag
Colour marking keyring
Annealing marking tutorial
Trophy with relief mode laser engraved design
Wrist watch
In this tutorial you can learn how to laser engrave and mark materials in a single work process.
Customising metal cutlery
Step-by-step instructions
Perpetual calendar of wood and engraving plastic
Create individual perpetual calendars using wood and engraving plastic.
Wooden beard combs
Step-by-step instructions
Print & Cut matching game
Step-by-step tutorial
Personalised door mat
Step-by-step tutorial
Valentine's Day card
Step-by-step tutorial
Voucher packaging
step-by-step tutorial
Catalogue cover - LaserPaper Wood
Step-by-step tutorial
Custom Christmas tree with decorations
Step-by-step instructions
Leather patches
In this tutorial we'll show you how to create trendy leather patches using your laser cutting machine.
Paper packaging
Step-by-step instructions
Agate pendant
Step by step tutorial
Marble lucky charm
Step-by-step tutorial
Laser engraving brick tutorial
Create a personalised gift by simply combining a brick and laser engraving.
Cardboard gift box
Our tutorial will show you how to create a unique gift box using standard corrugated cardboard.
Slate weekly planner
Our slate weekly planner is the perfect solution for keeping track of your tasks. Follow our laser engraving tutorial and make your weekly planning easier.
Slate Coaster
The following tutorial will show you how to personalise slate coasters using laser engraving techniques. We will also show you how to create the case to store them in.
Acrylic coffee capsule holder
step by step tutorial
3D Marble Maze Game
Step-by-Step Tutorial
Laser cut puzzle: Digital Print Series
Step-by-step guide
Halloween Lantern
Step by step tutorial
Anniversary Troph
Combine different Trotec materials to create a unique display piece
Moveable acrylic globe
Create a moveable globe as design element or fancy detail for other applications. Below are instructions and template download for your laser.
Wooden pen holder
Ball point pen Display Stand
Step by step tutorial
Pillowcase with a custom design
Jewellery Display
Laser engraved birthday calendar
Transform a notice board into a calendar by combining it with laser engraved aluminium tags
TroLase name tags
Presentation box
Lampe de chevet
Laser engraved fruit images
Solid wood fruit bowl
Wine box
Aluminium tags display stand
Display your aluminium tags in style with this custom display stand. Visit our engraving supplies webshop for the full range of Trotec materials.
Photo engraved Menu Card
Create your own photo engraved menu card using Trotec's TroLase engraving material.
Acrylic place cards
Create unique acrylic place holders as gifts for party guests.
Acrylic money box
Desk pad
Laser engrave a desk pad made of recycled leather.
Laser cut felt slippers
Using simple artificial felt, a needle, thread and your Trotec laser machine you can make exceptional felt slippers for your family and guests with our handy tutorial.
TroLase Metallic money gift
Wooden airplane
Wall clock
Laser cutting and engraving a wallclock from TroLase ADA Signage
Print & Cut birthday card
In this tutorial, we show you how to create personalised printed cards with JobControl® Vision Software and camera systems.
Acrylic Christmas Tree
Advent wreath made of acrylic and MDF
Acrylic glass holder
Personalised christmas card
Laser engraved glass tumblers
In this tutorial, we show you an easy way to personalise a glass set with your Trotec laser engraving machine.
Laser engraved wooden garden decoration
Design a unique wooden garden decoration with your laser machine using the instructions and template below.
Laser cut paper lamp
Take a simple bulb holder and produce a decorative ceiling lamp.
Leather business card holder
Create an individual business card holder made using natural leather.
Laser cut paper lampshade
Add more value to a standard IKEA table lamp by adding a laser-cut lamp shade.
Laser engraved wooden sign
Laser cut and engraved Christmas card
Send this year's Christmas greetings in style with a laser cut Christmas card made of card, felt and wood veneer. Don't have any felt? That's fine! You can design the card with just wood and cardboard if you want. You can even use the wooden cut-outs as Christmas decorations.
Valentine's Day key chain
Valentine's Day is a day to remind your significant other how much you love them. One way to do this is by making them a special personalised gift. In this tutorial we show you how to laser cut and engrave a wooden keychain for your sweetheart.
Laser Cut Wooden Tea Light Holder
This playful wooden tea light holder is your ideal gift for Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day Mirror
Valentine's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world as the day of love.
Room divider screen
Create a beautiful room divider using prefinished wood. This helps segment large spaces and adds a touch of art to any room.
Rolling Pin
This tutorial shows you how to laser engrave a rolling pin to leave fun impressions in your dough.
Laser Cut Wooden Easter Egg cup
We've designed this charming Easter egg cup in the shape of an Easter Bunny. To create this sample we have used alder wood but you can also use plywood when laser cutting your design.
Easter egg decoration
Step by step guide
Bean bag toss game
Step by step tutorial
Coat rack
Step by step
Construct A Truck Holiday Ornament
Step by step guide
Laser engraved cheese board
Step by step guide
Laser cut coaster made from acrylic and wood
Table Decoration Made of Felt
Get in the mood for spring with laser cut butterfly napkin rings and flower cutlery bags!
Laser Engraving a Leather Phone Case
Add style to your mobile phone with this exclusive leather phone case. You can personalise the pouch with whatever you want, adding an individual touch.
Laser cut and engraved leather bracelets
In this tutorial, we show you how to laser cut and engrave natural and faux leather. We have prepared different design templates and suitable laser parameters for you below to allow you to create these custom bracelets.
Laser cut heat transfer film
Step by step guide
Felt Quiver
Laser cut and engrave a detailed quiver out of felt and wood, and let your arrows hit the target
Laser cut felt Easter decoration
Easter is just around the corner and we have a number of crafty tutorials to help you create the perfect decoration. Create this laser cut felt decoration in just two minutes using your Trotec laser machine.
Laser engraved cushion cover
IKEA cushion cover + laserengraving = custom sofa decoration
Felt and Leather Christmas Boot
Step by step guide
Multi Layer sign with laminates and acrylics
Combine laser engraving and laser cutting with multi-layer techniques and dimensional lettering to produce this great multi-layer sign. You can even backlight your sign with LEDs to show it in an enhanced perspective.
Acrylic Sign "Rocket Motel"
Laser cut and engrave your very own retro acrylic sign. Use our "Rocket Motel" template or get inspiration for your individual acrylic sign.
Die plates for seal presses
Engrave your own custom die plates for seal presses
Modelmaker House
Step by step guide
Do-it-yourself fridge magnets
Step by step guide
Create a unique Halloween pumpkin
Nothing signifies Halloween like a glowing pumpkin with a spooky pattern. In this tutorial we show you how to create a unique Halloween pumpkin using a laser. Create an intricate design without spending hours carving by hand.
Laser engraved padlocks Love Locks
You can see them on bridges all around the world: Love locks. Typically the lovers' names or initials are engraved on the padlock, and the key is thrown away to symbolise their endless love.
Give a simple notebook a personal touch
We decorated two Leuchtturm1917® notebooks with a Speedy 400. The emerald sketchbook was enhanced with a contrasting engraving. The smaller notebook has a flexible cover was laser cut to reveal a coloured second layer.
Muffin case
Step by step guide
Laser engraving a business card box
First impressions count! So use this stylish and professional laser engraved box for storing and displaying your business cards. You can engrave the box with your name, company logo or any other personalisation imaginable.
Create a laser cut board game
Step by step guide
Beeswax candles
Step by step guide
Christmas Village
The dining table is one of the key parts of the Christmas celebration, and in this tutorial we show you how to create a paper village to use as a centrepiece during the festive season.
Laser engraving and cutting business cards
Impress friends, colleagues and anyone you meet with this unique paper finishing application. Here you can find out how to laser engrave and cut precious paper with the laser machine.
Laser engraved stamp
Transform your photos into stamp imprints
Lasercut and engraved Christmas trees
We show you how to make a personalised Christmas tree with simple cardboard. In the PDF termplate you will find 2 versions: Our big Christmas tree is about 1 meter high. And the small version can be used as table decoration in any size.
Laser cut a paper Christmas card
Surprise your family and friends with a personalised, laser cut Christmas card this year! This is simple to produce, and all you'll need is paper in two different colours and glue.
Cardboard chair
Create a stable chair using nothing but cardboard and your laser cutting machine.
Birthday calendar
Never forget a loved ones birthday again with our lasercut and engraved birthday calendar. Follow our simple tutorial to create your very own personalised calendar.
Laser engraved wedding glass
Follow our tutorial to turn a simple wine glass into a special gift for weddings and other occasions.
Laser engraved Softdrink Glass
Step by step guide
Laser engraved mirror
Even a basic mirror can be personalised to create a unique gift. Simply laser engrave a design onto it. The only limit is your imagination.
Laser engraved glass bottles
Add value to simple IKEA bottles by laser engraving a personal message.
Plant identification signs
Create custom gardening signs using your Trotec laser to cut and engrave different materials. We have three different designs featured in this tutorial, allowing you to label your fruit, herbs and vegetables in style.
Laser Made Jewellery Necklace with Laser Cut Pendant
This pendant is made from 13 laser cut and engraved pieces. The accuracy of the cutting gaps guarantees a firm hold without glue and the engraving elements allow for the creation of countless designs.
Acrylic Penbox Cut with a Laser
Kids will love this colourful pen holder, but so will anyone with enough pens to make their desk look untidy! We've used acrylic remnants in various colours to produce this, but it would also look great in alder or poplar plywood.
Lasercut a night light
Create the perfect unique gift to celebrate the arrival of a new baby or transform your child's room with our laser cut light.
Laser cutting an acrylic lamp
This acrylic lamp produces a fantastic light reflection. You can create this unique decoration with your Trotec laser cutter and tinker with the design, light and shade and even personalise the final product.
Laser-cut acrylic jewellery
Let your imagination run wild and create your own acrylic jewellery. Practically every design that can be imagined, can be processed with the laser.
Laser Cut Flower Coaster
Create a beautiful laser cut flower coaster with a cork back to protect your table.
Acrylic sports trophy
Follow our tutorial to create a multi-layered trophy from our TroGlass acrylic material.
Business card holder
In this tutorial we show you how to create a business card holder using card and your laser machine. You can use this stand to not only hold business cards but maps and flyers among other printed materials.