Uploaded December 2023 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
In this video we explain a couple of ways for expanding or thickening text using Cuttle. This operation is useful when you want to cut certain fonts
that would be too thin otherwise, specially with brittle materials like acrylic.
You can do it using an existing template or directly in the editor when incorporating other designs.
Connected Text Template: https://cuttle.xyz/@cuttle/Connected-Text-29M9IXUSr5yr
Cuttle is a web-based design tool for laser cutting. https://cuttle.xyz
#CuttleOfficeHours
In this video we explain a couple of ways for expanding or thickening text using Cuttle. This operation is useful when you want to cut certain fonts
that would be too thin otherwise, specially with brittle materials like acrylic.
You can do it using an existing template or directly in the editor when incorporating other designs.
Connected Text Template: https://cuttle.xyz/@cuttle/Connected-Text-29M9IXUSr5yr
Cuttle is a web-based design tool for laser cutting. https://cuttle.xyz
#CuttleOfficeHours










![Laser Cut Name Puzzle tutorial
Make a Laser Cut Name Puzzle with this simple template. Name puzzles are a fun educational toy to help young kids develop name recognition, spelling, and fine motor skills.
Name Puzzle Template https://cuttle.xyz/@cuttle/Name-Puzzle-cuhgyU5lJ7Mo
Find more templates at https://cuttle.xyz/templates
Cuttle is a web-based design tool for laser cutting. https://cuttle.xyz
Materials and Supplies (contains affiliate links)
- 1/8 Maple Veneer Plywood https://craftcloset.com/collections/wood/products/maple-1-8-double
- Lime Masking Tape https://craftcloset.com/products/lime-masking-tape
- General Purpose Glue https://amzn.to/3WO8bl3
- Liquitex BASICS Acrylic Paint Set, 6 x 22ml https://amzn.to/46gBMrA
- Montana Acrylic Paint Marker https://amzn.to/3Ncmxrd
- Craft Smart Acrylic Paint https://amzn.to/3Xo47Z7
- Porcelain Paint Palette https://amzn.to/3Ptq8Ur
- Plastic Scraper https://amzn.to/41OrH2Z
- Small Spring Clamps https://amzn.to/3NBuWWV
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Contents
[00:00] - Intro
[00:28] - Materials
[01:07] - Using the Template
[01:47] - Line Breaks
[02:28] - International Characters
[03:19] - Changing Padding and Finger Hole
[03:57] - Assembly
[05:03] - Painting
[06:26] - Final Result
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