A simple yet powerful wooden candle holder designed with a cross silhouette. When lit with a battery-powered LED candle (no open flame), the cross projects a dramatic shadow on the wall. Made from 3 mm birch plywood, it’s a safe, reusable, and atmospheric decoration.
📖 Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare the files
Open .xcs
in xTool Creative Space.
Assign cut lines for cross and base parts.
Place the material
Secure 3 mm birch plywood on honeycomb panel.
Turn ON Air Assist.
Cut & engrave
Cut the cross panel and base holder.
Optional: engrave base lines for detail.
Assemble the holder
Slot the base and cross panel together.
Insert LED candle into the holder.
Finishing
Sand lightly.
Paint or varnish if desired (black for gothic look).
In the dark, the cross casts a bold shadow.