A Harry Potter clock.

Instead of simply having a circular clock on the wall, I wanted to make it a little different.
So, I looked for a suitable picture frame to enclose the work. I had a rough idea of the clock's size I wanted, so I went with 30cm x 20cm.

I then sanded down the frame itself because I wanted the contrast to be focused on the different plywood types I would be using, and not on the darker frame.

For the back plate (canvas), I made the rectangle slightly smaller than the frame, opting for 29.5cm x 19.5cm.

I then created an 18cm diameter circle as a placeholder for the clock's size. This circle is just for reference and won't be part of the final output. The red circle in the middle, however, will be part of the final piece; this is where your clock mechanism will fit through. Make sure to adjust its position to suit your needs, ensuring it's centered within your placeholder circle, as this marks the exact spot for your clock.

It is here where I performed the scorching and engraving, using a design from belindapalma5: belindapalma5's Creative Space - Atomm

I adjusted my machine settings from the suggested ones because, in my experience with poplar plywood, it often requires a little extra power. This might be due to my 10W machine. Always make sure to use the settings that work best for your specific machine.

This step is optional, but I wanted the signs to really stand out, so I carefully stained them with a light oak stain. Just be careful around the borders, as the stain can bleed if you're not precise.

On the clock face itself (the canvas), I created the circle I planned to cut out. I also made an inner offset (which I've since removed) because it helped me precisely place the numbers and minute marks. If you decide to change the font or size, just make sure to realign everything afterward.

This is where I engraved the design from hazzy176: hazzy176's Creative Space - Atomm

It's really helpful to lock down your clock and all its components before you move the image into position. I found a great size that fit well with the clock, and the hole was perfectly located.

All you have to do here is glue the clock onto the base, ensuring that the holes are aligned.