Learn all about engraving acrylic with the Cricut Maker and how to make a personalized gift – an LED night lamp!
supplies needed
Acrylic sheets
Cricut Maker
Masking tape
Cricut Design Space
StrongGrip Mat
LED light base
Table saw
STEP 1 – SET UP DESIGN
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In Cricut Design Space, create your own quote or load a design from the 1000s available in the library. resize the design to fit your template.
STEP 2 – PREPARE MAT
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Load the mat into the Cricut maker. Make sure to support the mat so it doesn’t bend as that can pop up the acrylic.
STEP 3 – MAKE IT
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Click “make it” in Design Space, make sure to center the design in the mat preview
STEP 4 – ENGRAVE!
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Load the engraving tool in the machine. Move the four white star wheels all the way to the right (VERY important) Load the mat and run the machine!
STEP 5 – UNLOADING THE ACRYLIC
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Once the mat is unloaded from the machine, carefully remove the masking tape.
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Swipe up to learn how to make a DIY engraved LED nightlight with the Cricut Maker.