Gone Fishin- Perfect frame for those great fish tales. Holds a square photo of your big catch or a family fishing trip. Comes with its own fishy stand.. no bait required
Step 1: Prepare Materials & Design
Materials Needed:
6mm plywood (for the fish base)
Laser engraver & cutter
Borax (to enhance engraving contrast)
Matte clear coat spray
Wood glue or strong adhesive
Sandpaper (optional, for smooth edges)
Small photo (to fit in the frame)
Step 2: Cutting & Engraving the Frame
1. Load the Design “ Upload the gonefishinpictureframe.svg file into your laser cutter software. Adjust the settings based on your machine recommendations for 3mm plywood.
2. Engraving the Details – Before cutting, engrave the fishing rod, hook, and text Gone Fishin onto the frame.
• Tip: Apply a light layer of borax to the plywood before engraving to darken the burn for better contrast.
3. Cut the Frame “ Once engraving is complete, proceed with cutting out the frame shape, including the inner square for the photo.
Step 3: Cutting the Fish Base
1. Load the Fish Base Design “ Use the same software to load the gonefishinpictureframe.xcs file.
2. Adjust Cutting Settings “ Change the settings for 6mm plywood, ensuring a clean cut.
3. Cut the Base Shape “ Run the laser cutter to cut out the fish-shaped base.
4. Optional Sanding “ If necessary, use fine-grit sandpaper to smooth out any rough edges.
Step 4: Assembly
1. Attach the Frame to the Base “ Apply a thin layer of wood glue to the bottom of the frame and attach it to the fish base. Ensure it is centered and stable.
2. Let it Dry “ Allow the glue to fully dry before handling further.
3. Apply Clear Coat “ Lightly spray the entire assembled piece with matte clear coat to protect the engraving and wood surface. Let it dry completely.
4. Insert the Photo “ Place your chosen photo into the frames cutout. You can secure it with glue or a small piece of tape on the back if needed.
Step 5: Final Touches & Display
Check all connections and make sure the frame is secure.
Wipe off any excess dust or residue.
Display your custom picture frame proudly!