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Leather zipper pull
InstructionLeatherzipperpulls3
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Application scenario
Laser processing
Machine & module
xTool D1 Pro
20WMaterial used
5-6oz (2-3mm thick) Leather
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I started with looking for a way to use small left-over leather scraps from other projects. I created these small 2.25” long x 0.75” wide zipper pulls… The one pictured has my sons hockey team logo.. I figure these could be made for gifts, fund-raising, selling, etc. The design could also be scaled for luggage tags or key chain tags and/or personalized as gifts… Cheers!
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Some points that help me:
- Leather needs to be flat. I use masking tape to hold edges and help avoid the laser guard catching the leather (if the edge curls up). You can also wet down leather with a damp cloth, this will help folds in the leather come out.
- I process in following order: engrave (green), cut inner T shaped hole (blue), and cut outer profile (red) last.
- I use a little air assist.. I find too much air causes the leather to burn more and char a lot..
- I apply beeswax leather protector after laser processing to help waterproof and protect the leather.
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