Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text

Instruction
driverskeychain.xcs
driverskeychain
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Application scenario
Laser processing
Machine & module
xTool M1
10W
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M2
10W, 20W
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5W
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20W
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P2
55W
F1
10W
S1
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M1 Ultra
10W, 20W
P2S
55W
Material used
1/8"(3mm) Pine Ponderosa Plywood
gift
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      Probably you can make it better ... but I like the design itself, so I thought I will share it - would be nice to see adaptions :)
    

Instruction

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Step1: Engrave and cut

Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 1 - Engrave and cut
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The first version I made was too light, so I adjusted the engraving settings a bit. You can make it even darker (I would do next time - you'll see it, why).

Use my settings - if you adjust the size, please consider changing the hole of the keychain to make sure that it won't break in use.

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Step2: Color up

Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 2 - Color up
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Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 2 - Color up
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Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 2 - Color up
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Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 2 - Color up
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Wax it, seal it, paint it; as you wish. I tried different lasur colors this time; for the lighter version it tuned out really bad - so had to fix. I would go with lighter colors next time.

You can add resin or varnish on top, if you want to make it extra secure.

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Step3: Add keyholder

Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 3 - Add keyholder
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Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 3 - Add keyholder
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Once it's dried, you can add keyholder, and any other accents; and you are ready to use

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Step4: (optional) How to fix, if your next is not dark enough?

Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 4 - (optional) How to fix, if your next is not dark enough?
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Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 4 - (optional) How to fix, if your next is not dark enough?
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Engraved wooden keychain with 'Drive it like you stole it' text instruction: step 4 - (optional) How to fix, if your next is not dark enough?
Preview

Since I made a mistake, I thought I can fix it. I grab a black fine-tip acrylic marker, and paint over the engraving.

It is still not perfect, but came out nicer than before. :)

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