Christmas Lantern – Laser Cut Wooden Holiday Light Box

Description

Beautifully designed wooden Christmas lantern for laser cutting.
Each lantern features detailed snowflake cutouts, arched window frames, hinged doors and decorative winter motifs. Perfect as a holiday decoration, table centerpiece or LED candle holder.
The lanterns can be used individually — or stacked to create a stunning Christmas pyramid, as shown in the photo.

Assembly is simple and requires only basic tools.

How to Make It

1. Material
3 mm birch plywood (recommended)
Birch plywood holds fine details, has light elegant color and engraves with strong contrast.
Alternatives: basswood plywood, MDF (painted finish), bamboo board.

2. Laser Settings (reference for 20W diode)
Cut: 95% power / 6 mm/s / 1 pass
Engrave: 80% / 200 mm/s
Air Assist: ON

3. Cutting Order
– Engrave decorative elements first
– Then cut all outer shapes
– Keep small parts in place with masking or light tabs

4. Assembly Steps
– Use wood glue to connect the side panels
– Insert the bottom plate while the glue is still flexible
– Attach the top ring or lid
– Add the front door and hinge pins
– Lightly sand the hinge edges for smoother door movement
– Glue small snowflakes or additional décor if included
– For the pyramid effect: stack lanterns in layers to create a Christmas tree shape

5. LED Use Only
Do not use real candles. Only LED tea lights or LED strings.

Material Info

Short: 3 mm birch plywood
Long: Smooth, light-toned plywood that engraves cleanly and holds precise cutouts. Ideal for lanterns with thin decorative elements.
Optional finishes: mineral oil, beeswax paste, transparent lacquer.