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Holiday Decorations with the Laser-cutter
The Epilog Legend 36EXT Lasercutter is a versatile tool. It will cut and engrave many types of materials ranging from acrylic, wood, anodized aluminum, Formica, and even mother of pearl. It can engrave and mark metal, marble and stone as well to create a variety of projects. The laser excels in fine, intricate work and paper cutting is one of the best ways to introduce this machine as a creative tool for your projects.
We will use the laser to create a variety of beautiful holiday decorations, including snowflake ornaments, a small NOEL wall hanger, and a small snowflake wreath. Witness the intricate cutting abilities of the laser and experiment with engraving (rastering) designs to achieve unique looks for any art project. We will also learn how to design special folded boxes that can be customized with a winter theme, name, or logo of your choice. You will learn the basics of working with Laser including:
Safe operation of the laser system Setting up files for vector cutting Raster engraving and etching Color-coding lines for a variety of engraving effects Using the Epilog print software to create consistent results Material preparation and clean-up
The workshop includes:
Wood / Cardboard for practicing on the laser 1 sheet of plywood A variety of holiday Paper to choose from Glue, scissors, and glitter
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LocationFabLab Tacoma (View)
1938 Market St
Tacoma, WA 98402
United States
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Minimum Age: 12 |
Kid Friendly: Yes! |
Dog Friendly: No |
Non-Smoking: Yes! |
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