I talk pretty constantly about how much I love my Glowforge laser cutter, but I'm often stumped when the inevitable happens… someone asks what it can do, and I basically forget. I know it can do a million things, and that I'm making new stuff every single day, but sometimes it's overwhelming!
People come into the Glowforge User Group all the time, asking what it can do, that they're thinking about ordering one, but that they want to know what people are making.Well, I compiled a list! While this is in no way comprehensive, it's a good starting point. The Glowforge can cut a variety of materials, including wood, leather, and acrylic up to about 1/2″ Special thanks to the members of the Glowforge group who gave me permission to share their images; please support these incredible artists if their work catches your eye!
143 Glowforge Project Ideas
- Custom picture frame
- Wooden “Save the Date” magnets
- Kid's chore chart
- Laser-marked metal flask
- Custom Mickey ears
- Jewelry Organizer Tree
- Wooden earrings
Earrings available at Pew Pew Lasercraft
- Baby's First Christmas ornament
- Trinket Box
- Wooden notebook cover
- Weekly pill organizer
- Pencil case
- Easel for tabletop display
- Christmas Countdown Tree
Photo: More than Thursdays
- Leather wallet
- Leather tote bag
- Perfectly cut appliques
- Perfectly cut quilting shapes
- Engraved tile coasters
- Etched denim
- Personalized Clipboards
- Edge-lit Sign
Photo: Isabella's Dream Design
- Customized Nightlight
- Custom Doorbell Cover
- “Welcome Friends” sign
- Family Communications Center bulletin board
- Card storage box
- Corrugated cardboard prototypes
- Vase
- Novelty lapel pins
- Acrylic “stained glass”
- “Hello” sign
Photo: Jeanine Torres
- Detailed maps as art
- Topographical map of favorite locations
- Personalized keychain
- Anodized Aluminum pet tag
- Layered artwork shadowbox
- Wooden notebook cover
- Personalized leather pencil case
- Family mantra wall hanging
- Beloved pet memorial plaque
- Stacking rings
- Novelty necklace
Photo: Pew Pew Lasercraft
- Namecards for a dinner party
- Menu for dinner party
- Wine bottle gift box
- Presentation box
- Trinket tray
- Serving tray
- Etched photo placard
- House number display
- Cork coasters
- Tile trivet
- Engraved tile for backsplash
- Lightswitch plates
- Edge lit lightsaber
Photo: Lizz Porter (Hey that's me!)
- Custom greeting card
- Custom Monopoly board
- Chess Set
- Mahjong tiles
- Customized Cribbage board
- Cutout cake topper
- Cupcake decorations
- Cable ties
- Clutch purse
- Decorative votive holder
Photo: Kilkenny Design Studio
- Leather watch band
- Favorite saying wall hanging
- Challenge coin
- Awards
- Shirt buttons
- Dollhouse
- Phone charging holder
- Cross-stitch templates
- Princess tiara
- Open/Closed sign
- “Today's Specials” sign
- Plant labels
- Halloween mask
- Personalized cutting board
Photo: Claudio Braga
- Customized wooden spoons
- Lampshade
- Cookie Cutters
- Leather bookmark
- Wood veneer bookmark
- Wood slice ornaments
- Baby mobile
- Inspirational saying hanging
- Fidget spinner toy
- Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid jewelry
Photo: The Lucid Bazaar
- Salt cellar
- Wooden postcard
- Wine bottle organizer
- Paint tube organizer
- Pencil cup
- Glasses holder
- Tissue box cover
- Coffee cup sleeve
- Leather keychain
- Embellished leather belt
- Acrylic buttons
- Custom clock face
Photo: Nikki Nakks
- Cryptex puzzle
- 3D model motorcycle
- Themed napkin rings
- Etched phone case
- Toy camera
- Stencils
- Gear puzzle
- Light fixtures
- Mini ukelele
- 3D model dinosaur
- Ornament display stand
- Leather lace bracelet
- Leather rolled flowers
- Handpainted leather masks
Photo: Oak Myth Leather
- Etched Macbook (!!!)
- 5th anniversary wooden gift
- Custom Catan board
- Perpetual calendar
- Wool felt coasters
- Wedding Guest Display
Photo: Jennifer Wyles
- Personalized mirror
- 3D printer case
- Articulating robot arm
- Wedding table centerpieces
- Embroidered wooden bookmarks
- Desktop Lighting
Photo: C S Design Inc
- Low poly animal model
- Tooth Fairy box
- Cookies for Santa tray
- Paper pop-up cards
- Glassware garnishes
- Swizzle sticks
- Tangram set
- Custom Keyboard Mount
Photo: Jean-Marie Cannie
- Checker board
- Ribbon spool organizer
- Chess set
- Compartmented battery organizer
- Center console organizer for car
- Dice tower for tabletop gaming
- Succulent wall hanging
Photo: Light Razor Design
Inspired? Want to buy a Glowforge of your own?
Thank you for making this I just purchased and used your referral! Have you been able to support yourself off this machine or is it just for fun?!
Hi Jared, I’m making a decent income off my Glowforge! It paid for itself in about 4 months!
What was your most popular product?
I have a few different things that sell well at different times of year. There’s no way of knowing what your audience will love!
Hi there please send me a quotations for all the machines. Thanks
Thank you so much for the referral code! Do you make a cut for each referral?
Hi Samanta, Yes, I earn store credit each time my referral is used. 🙂