Make a unique and interesting wedding invitation using Trotec's LaserPaper colors range. This processing technique could be used to make laser cut invitations or greetings cards for any special occasion.
Preparation
Required materials
1 sheet LaserPaper Colors - Blue
1 sheet LaserPaper Colors - Cottage Red with self adhesive backing
Use two contrasting colors for this tutorial. Darker colors will enhance the visual impact of the finished engraving results. Use a 1.5" lens for detailed cuts.
Step by Step
Step 1: Design
Create your own wedding invitation design or use our template. Send the two graphics to your Trotec laser with the following 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
Position your paper sheets in your Trotec Laser, covering the rest of the working surface with plain paper to create a strong vacuum. The required parameters will likely vary depending on the laser machine you're using and the power available.
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 used an adjusted version of the standard laser parameters from JobControl optimized for quality. You may need to adjust the settings depending on your laser and the power available. The material parameters of JobControl can be downloaded from www.troteclaser.com
Step 3: Assembly
Fold the blue engraved LaserPaper along the scored edges, and stick the red LaserPaper into the center.
Why should I use Trotec LaserPaper?
Trotec LaserPaper is ideal for all types of invitations. In our range of laser and engraving materials you will find many different colours which are perfect for invitation cards, table decorations and greeting cards.
Inspiration
Try different colours of LaserPaper to make your designs unique.
