Step 1

1. Once image is created with AImake it is brought into xcs work area
2. The edit feature is used to create the final image being used
3. Setting for engraving are adjusted to the image 

Step 2

1. The finalized image is outlined 
2. Then a circle is created in the desired size
3. The circle and the tree outline are combined together
4. A second circle is created slightly larger than the first one to create the outside border
5. At the top of the second circle a small circle is added and it also is combined to the circle to create an area for a hole to hang would go.
6. A third smaller circle is placed in the center of this new area 
7. Adjustments to all the cuts are made and the file is sent to the machine to process.

step 3

1. Once the laser machine has finished engraving and cutting it is time to add optional color, with the alcohol markers simply color select bulbs on the tree with desired colors.
2. Add ribbon of choice and you are ready to enjoy.