These playful cactus earrings are laser-cut from 3mm translucent green acrylic, featuring engraved spine details that are hand-filled with a white acrylic paint pen for contrast. Lightweight and eye-catching, they’re a simple but effective project for showcasing engraving finesse and small-scale jewelry design using xTool.
Mask the acrylic if needed to reduce smoke marks. Cut & Engrave using file settings.
After engraving, wipe away debris and use a white acrylic paint pen to fill in the engraved areas
Attach jump rings and earring hooks using jewelry pliers.
Apply a thin layer of clear UV resin or sealer over the engraved area if you want to lock in the paint long-term.