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Create a Blank Door Hanger

Instruction
Blank Door Hanger.xcs
Blank Door Hanger
.xcs
Application scenario
Laser
Machine & module
xTool D1
5W
Compatibles · 10
Material used
3mm Basswood Plywood
67
356
Information
      There are a lot of possible uses for a door hanger, In this project I will show you how to create a basic door hanger shape that can be the base design for several projects
    
Instruction
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Step1: Start with simple shapes
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I always like to begin projects with simple shapes.  Think about what simple shapes make up the object you want to make and start with those.  In this case we want to start with a rectangle and a circle.  I used the combine tool to unite the two after lining up the circle so that half is overlapped at the top of the rectangle.

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Step2: Add a cutout for the door knob
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Next we need to consider the diameter of the door knob base.  I measured the knob in my house, but you may need to double check your own and modify accordingly.  Mine are about 1.25 inches

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Step3: Form the Cutout on one side
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Of course, the knob is much larger than the part we will hang the door hanger from.  Because of this it doesn't make sense to have a huge cut out for the knob.  The better design is to cut out one side of the hanger.  To do this let's use some rectangles to make some cuts.  Use the combine tool to subtract.

 

This will leave an island that needs to be removed by using rectangles to cover it and then use the combine tool to subtract the section away.

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Step4: Round Over
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The last step is to round over the end of the hook part that goes over the door knob.  To do this we can simply use a circle and unite it to the rest of the hanger design. 

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Step5: Settings

The settings are for the D1 5W laser.  You may need to adjust the settings for your laser configuration.

Be sure to follow all the safety guidelines for your laser and always wear personal protective equipment when the laser is in operation. 

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xTool Supplies Used in This Template
xTool D1
xTool D1
3mm Basswood Plywood
3mm Basswood Plywood