Polaroid picture frame

First, the photo we want to frame is measured. In my case, the zinc photo measures 50x76mm. To make sure that the photo fits well into the frame later, I decided on the following sizes for frame (larger than the picture) and image section (smaller than the picture):

Frame: 60x86mm
Cutout: 48x64mm

Let's get started!

1. In XCP we open a new project and create a square with the dimensions 60x86mm. For nicer corners I rounded this one with 2mm. I've colored the square red, because I've gotten used to the fact that red always means "cut".
2. We'll duplicate the square so that we have one for the front and one for the back.
3. On one of the two squares we place another square for the cutout with the dimensions 48x64mm. We also round this square with 2mm and align it. This will be our front.

In order for us to be able to slide the photo between the front and back later, we need a spacer. I planned to do this with 1mm thick plywood, but I didn't have it in stock anymore, so I decided to use cardboard.

1. We duplicate the square of the back and add another square on top of it. 
2. The inner dimensions of the "intermediate layer" must be the image width plus 1mm on each side (52mm) and centered. The intermediate layer must be 5mm apart at the bottom and open at the top. So we can have the inner square protruding upwards.
3. Select both squares of the intermediate layer and "combine" them by clicking on "separate" (see screenshot).

Our three layers should now look like the screenshot!

In this step, we will add a stand and an eyelet for hanging for the back.

1. We'll create another rectangle. Depending on the later installation angle, the dimensions can be adjusted. I decided to use 40x20mm and rounded corners of 2mm, 
2. on top of which we put another square that will be pressed into the back later. This must be narrower than the previous square and less deep than the material. In my case, 30x2.9mm. 
3. We merge both squares into one (see screenshot).
4. Now we have to add and align the cutout for the stand on the back. This results from the width of the narrower edge (30mm) and the material thickness (3mm) minus 0.1mm distance (these dimensions may have to be tested and adjusted in advance depending on the material and laser). So 29.9x2.9mm.
5. If desired, a circle can be added to the back as an eyelet for hanging.

The result should be similar to the screenshot. 

In this step, we add a text on the Polaroid. I used a font for my purpose that is paid, which is why I removed it from the project. But the procedure is the same:

1. Add a text and position it on the Polaroid in the desired size and font family.
2. Set the text to be lasered and adjust the parameters to your material. 

For the editing, I split our elements (front/back and intermediate level) into two documents so that we can specify and cut different material.

In my case, the front and back are made of wood, while the intermediate level is made of 0.5mm cardboard (back of a paper block).

1. Depending on the material, we set the laser for cutting, measure the distance and...
2. ... cut out.

In the last step, put all the elements together.

1. Glues the background to the intermediate layer. Make sure that the opening of the mezzanine level points upwards!
2. Now glue the intermediate level with the front
3. Let dry...
4. Insert the stand, slide the picture in and you're done!