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🎲 Engraved Emotion Dice - A Laser-Engraved Cube That Tells a Story 🎲

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Würfelgesichter Alte Frau Emotionen.xcs
Würfelgesichter Alte Frau Emotionen
.xcs
Application scenario
Laser processing (10min)
Machine & module
xTool F1
2W, 10W
Material used
Wooden Dice
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Information

      This project started with a heartfelt idea from my mother as she prepared for retirement. She wanted to give her colleagues something practical, but also something that carried a piece of her with it.
Instead of a classic farewell photo frame, we created something far more personal:
a wooden dice engraved with six emotional expressions — 😊 joy and 😔 a touch of sadness.

In her farewell speech, she reminded everyone that a workplace is never just tasks and deadlines. It’s a daily roll of emotions — shared highs, quiet frustrations, unexpected surprises, and moments of genuine connection.
This little cube became a symbol of that emotional journey: simple, honest, and deeply human.

For the Atomm version, the faces were replaced with generic AI-generated expressions so anyone can recreate and adapt the concept freely. 

Choose the style that fits their project best:
1️⃣ a version with only the emotion faces,
2️⃣ a version combining emotion faces with classic dice numbers,
3️⃣ a version where each face shows the emotion plus the corresponding dice number next to it, and
4️⃣ a playful version where the emotional expression itself replaces the traditional dice number, repeated across the face.

Whether you use the cube as a regular gaming dice, as a mood selector in classrooms or team meetings, or as a small reminder on your desk — each roll carries meaning.

✨ Because the story of a team is written in emotions — one face at a time.
    

Instruction

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Step1: Choose your face design

Select one of the available face sets:

  • yound man
  • old man
  • young woman
  • older woman

Each set includes multiple emotional expressions so you can build the exact style you want.

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Step2: Pick your preferred cube variant

Choose one of the four engraving styles:
1️⃣ Emotion faces only
2️⃣ Emotion faces + classic dice numbers (1–6) / 3️⃣ Emotion faces with dice numbers placed next to the portrait
4️⃣ Emotion faces used as the dice numbers (repeated across the face)

Select the version that fits your purpose — sentimental, playful, or game-ready.

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Step3: Import and scale the designs

  • Open the SVG files in your laser software (XCS, LightBurn, etc.).
  • Scale each face to match the engraving area of your cube (Recommended size: 30 × 30 mm)
  • Keep a consistent margin so all faces look uniform.
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Step4: Prepare your wooden cube

  • Make sure all sides are smooth and centered
  • Lightly sand if needed.
  • Cheap dice can vary in size from side to side
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Step5: Position the cube in the machine

🎲 Engraved Emotion Dice - A Laser-Engraved Cube That Tells a Story 🎲 instruction: step 5 - Position the cube in the machine
Preview

Place the cube on your engraving surface as shown in the reference images:

  • One flat face pointing upward
  • The cube resting securely so it cannot roll
  • Optionally use a simple jig or small cardboard frame to prevent movement

Good alignment is key for clean results.

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Step6: Set the engraving orientation

You can engrave the faces in two ways:

  • Free orientation if you prefer the portrait to face a specific direction
  • Classic dice orientation, where opposite sides follow standard dice logic
    (1 opposite 6, 2 opposite 5, 3 opposite 4)

Choose whichever fits your project.

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Step7: Configure / Check your laser settings

Run a quick test on scrap wood before engraving.

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Step8: Engrave the first side

  • Focus the laser
  • Double-check alignment
  • Engrave your first chosen face

Let the machine complete the job before moving the cube.

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Step9: Rotate the cube and repeat

  • Carefully turn the cube to the next side
  • Ensure the surface is flat and level
  • Align the next design
  • Engrave again

Repeat until all six sides are complete.

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Step10: Clean and finish

Optionally apply wood oil or wax for a richer contrast

Your personalized emotion dice is now ready to use.

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xTool F1
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