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Engraved Slate Coaster with Frog and Mushroom Design

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toadstool2.xcs
toadstool2
.xcs
Application scenario
Laser processing (25min)
Machine & module
xTool S1
20W
Compatibles · 12
Material used
Rock
10
153

Information

      I created a slate coaster featuring a frog perched regally atop a mushroom, part familiar, part cryptid, fully caffeinated guardian of beverages. (It's actually a part of the familiar set I'm working on but can't share all my secrets here and at one time)
This design combines bold lines and mystical whimsy to showcase the xTool’s precision on dark materials while tapping into trending goblincore and cottage-fantasy aesthetics. It’s a functional art piece with lore, vibes, and laser flex.
    

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Step1: Design Process

Engraved Slate Coaster with Frog and Mushroom Design instruction: step 1 - Design Process
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Used Adobe Illustrator to create a vectorized file, then uploaded it into Creative Space. Sometimes, I add the text in Illustrator, but I just did it through Creative Space this time.

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Step2: Position Slate and Frame Work Area

Position your slate and frame your work area. I personally like putting my slate coasters in a cut-out piece of basswood to help me keep measurements straight. Not a jig per se, just something to make sure I'm aligning correctly, especially when doing the square coasters. My settings can be tweaked if you'd like a lighter image or could be inverted, even.

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Step3: Wipe Off and Protectant Spray

Engraved Slate Coaster with Frog and Mushroom Design instruction: step 3 - Wipe Off and Protectant Spray
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Engraved Slate Coaster with Frog and Mushroom Design instruction: step 3 - Wipe Off and Protectant Spray
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These particular coasters accumulate quite a bit of dust, so I tend to wipe them off with a damp paper towel, let them dry, and wipe again with a dry paper towel before spraying with polycrylic spray.

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