How to Laser Cut a Halloween Candy Box? STEP BY STEP

Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with your very own handmade candy box? Whether you’re crafting a spooky treat holder for kids, a personalized gift, or a fun decoration for your home, a laser-cut candy box adds that perfect mix of creativity and precision. In this tutorial, we’ll guide you step by step—from preparing your material to assembling your finished box—so you can make a festive, one-of-a-kind creation that’s ready to delight and surprise.

Laser Machine

Thunder Laser Bolt

Material

3mm Plywood

Setting

Speed:10mm/s

Max Power:50%

Min Power:10%

Passes:1

Air assist: On

Start by laying your chosen material (acrylic, wood, or cardboard) flat on the laser bed. Make sure it’s stable and well-supported so it won’t shift during cutting. For thinner or lightweight materials, you can use masking tape or small magnets to keep it in place.

Open your laser software, such as LaserMaker or LightBurn, and import your candy box design file (SVG, DXF, or image). Position the design exactly where you want it on your material. Use the camera preview or framing tool, if available, to double-check alignment.

Proper focus ensures clean cuts and crisp details. Depending on your machine, you can use auto-focus for flat surfaces or manual focus with a focus stick for more precision. Adjust until the laser is at the correct height above the material.

Before starting, run the Frame or Border function to see the laser’s path on your material. Make sure nothing is off the edge and that the design is aligned perfectly. This step prevents miscuts or wasted material.

Start the laser job and carefully monitor the process. Watch for any smoke, material movement, or unusual sounds. Keep ventilation running to reduce smoke marks, especially when engraving wood or cardboard.

Once the cutting is done, you can enhance your candy box with color. For wood or cardboard, consider paints or markers to highlight designs.

Finally, fold and assemble the cut pieces into your box shape. For added strength, you can use a small amount of craft glue, but often the interlocking design is enough to hold everything in place.

When the glue dried, your Halloween candy box is now ready to use! Fill it with treats, hang it as decoration, or give it as a fun, personalized gift.