Christmas Multi-Layer Wooden Ornament

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Christmas Multi-Layer Wooden Ornament

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Hello everyone! With Christmas just around the corner, are you already brainstorming ways to add some DIY charm to your holiday vibe?

Today, I'd like to share a super beginner-friendly wood cutting project—a multi-layer Christmas ornament. This draws inspiration from a classic lighthouse design, but with a festive twist: we've added snowflakes, Christmas deer, and snowman to make it the perfect addition to your holiday decor. The entire process only requires laser engraving, laser cutting, and simple snap-together assembly—no fancy tools or skills needed. The finished piece makes a stunning desktop display or hanging ornament, ideal as a gift under the tree to sparkle with holiday cheer.

Supplies

Materials Needed

  1. Walnut board: 3mm thick, about 20x20cm
  2. Cherry board: 3mm thick, about 20x20cm
  3. Basswood board: 3mm thick, about 20x30cm
  4. Wood glue: A small amount for assembly
  5. Optional: Fine sandpaper (for light edge smoothing).

Tools Required

  1. NEJE 20W Diode Laser Cutter
  2. Lightburn software

Upload the File

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Open the multi-layer file in your design software.Split the design into three files, one per wood type. Set up your workspace, securing the wood on the laser bed (with magnetic clamps or tape). Add snowflake engraving to the top layer.

Downloads

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Laser Cutting and Engrvaing

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Engraving: Speed: 15000mm/min, Power: 70%, Air Assist: Off.

Cutting: Speed: 450mm/min, Power: 90%, Air Assist: On (to minimize smoke).

The entire cutting process takes only about 20 minutes. You will end up with 5-6 precisely cut pieces of wood with smooth, knife-like edges.

Simple Snap Assembly

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Assembly is the easiest part—like building with blocks!

  1. Apply a thin layer of wood glue to the slots on the base (basswood).
  2. Stack the cherry body layers next: press firmly (glue spreads evenly, no overflow).
  3. Place the walnut layer on top: for a lit-up, 3D effect.
  4. Assemble the snowman by adding the body, hat, and arms.

Clamp lightly or weigh down for 30 minutes to let the glue set. Once dry, the ornament stands on its own or hangs (drill a small hole in the top for ribbon).