Laser Foil Christmas Ornaments - ANY Laser

If needed, sand the plywood until smooth.

Cut a section of foil to cover the piece. Remove the backing and press down, using a card or brayer to ensure placement with limited bubbles and bumps (it is somewhat re-positionable).

Cut a section of paper masking (paper tape) and brayer down to ensure coverage over the entire piece (including cut).

Load the free Atomm file and ensure the design is set to score and the ornament is set to cut. Enter settings (mine are below; multiple passes are advised).

Auto-measure and position the design via the camera. If using an S1 or M1 Ultra, measure, mark, and then position.

Process the design and wipe edges to remove any soot. Be sure to get the ribbon hanger area, as well.

Slowly remove the masking (it should come off easily).

Place the item down on a flat surface and gently peel up any area of foil that is not part of the design. I use a plastic razor blade instead of a metal pick to avoid damaging the soft basswood.

If you opt to seal, use a spray sealant. It will slightly dull the reflective nature of the foil (images included for both sealed and unsealed versions).

F2 BL Settings (foiled and masked basswood):

• Score: 55, 150, 3
• Cut 90, 6, 1

Notes:

I ran quite a few tests at 2 passes and they worked well, however, when I moved to more intricate designs, a third pass made weeding SO much easier.

When weeding, pull the foil as perpendicular to the item as possible and go slowly when working with intricate designs.

I have included both sealed and unsealed versions to show what it looks like with a coat of spray sealant.