Hey there! This holiday season, we’re excited to share some festive inspiration to spark your imagination, including fun ideas like custom Christmas glass bauble ornaments. Join me as I show you how to use the amazing xTool M1 laser cutter to design, engrave, and personalize decorations that will add a special touch to your holiday décor. Let’s make this season magical together!
Open xTool Creative Space and load your custom design. You can create a festive Christmas theme, like snowflakes, names, or holiday phrases. Adjust the design size to fit well within the dimensions of the bauble.
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Adjust the xTool M1 settings for engraving on glass. Choose settings that are suitable for a light, delicate engraving, as glass can be sensitive.
Place your glass bauble in a secure jig to hold it steady for engraving. Since the bauble surface is curved, this helps prevent movement and ensures your design stays aligned.
Because the bauble's surface is curved, getting the design perfectly centred can be challenging. Before engraving, use the software’s frame feature to preview the design’s placement. Keep in mind that the curvature may cause slight shifts, so small adjustments might be necessary to center the image as closely as possible.
Remove the top cap and pour a small amount of acrylic paint inside the bauble. Slowly rotate and tilt the bauble to spread the paint evenly along the interior surface. This will provide a beautiful, coloured background that makes your design stand out. For quicker drying, you can place the bauble upside down in a cup, allowing any excess paint to drain out. Once fully coated and dried, secure the top cap back onto the bauble
Once the paint is fully dry, take a moment to admire your custom Christmas glass bauble ornament, featuring a beautifully coloured backdrop that adds a unique and personalized touch to your holiday decorations.