If you have then you already knowhow tricky it is finding the right settingwith the xTool M1 laser machine.

Engraving is a beautiful art form that has been around since the ancient times.

It involves carving designs and patterns onto various materials to create unique and personalized pieces.

Thick cutting board engraved with Xtool laser and leaning against a wall.

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From woodwork to metalwork, engraving has been used to add intricate details and personalization to everyday objects.

And now we can DIY at home!

Its user-friendly interface and simple operation make it easy for beginners and professionals alike.

Thick cutting board engraved with Xtool laser and leaning against a wall.

The laser engravings created by the xTool M1 are permanent and long-lasting.

So keep reading below to find out how!

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Connect Creative Space app to the machine and hit create project.

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Import the image, such as ourThe Simple Things SVGafter downloading it from our Sustain My Craft Habit shop.

Load the cutting board into the cutting machine.

Size the The Simple Things to your desired size.

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In our case, we sized it to 8 wide to fit along the bottom edge of the board.

If your wood is knotty, avoid engraving through those areas if possible.

Position it on top of the material.

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Ensure the machine parameter setting tab is set to the correct laser jot down.

We set the word simple to engrave and the other words set to score.

The engrave will fill in the lettering whereas the score function will outline the letters.

Close up of engraved cutting board.

Adjust the laser function to open plane and then tap on auto-measure.

You will likely find the error alert regarding the distance from the base plate.

Turn on air assist and hit process and remove when engraving is complete.

Close up of engraved cutting board.

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Engraving Thick Cutting Boards with XToolM1

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Instructions

Uploading the simple things SVG file onto Xtool creative space.

Uploading the simple things SVG file onto Xtool creative space.

Adjusting the size of the word simple.

Adjusting the size of the word simple.

Setting the laser type for the word “The."

Setting the laser type for the word “The."

Setting bamboo material in Xtool.

Setting bamboo material in Xtool.

Adjusting the laser function.

Adjusting the laser function.

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Adjusting the cutting board in the Xtool machine.

Adjusting the cutting board in the Xtool machine.

Engraved cutting board with bread.

Engraved cutting board with bread.

Overhead view of engraved cutting board with bread.

Overhead view of engraved cutting board with bread.

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Collage with text overlay showing the process to engrave a cutting board with an Xtool M1 machine.

Collage with text overlay showing the process to engrave a cutting board with an Xtool M1 machine.

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