How to Laser Cut a Wedding Card Box?

A wedding card box may seem like a small detail, but it plays an important role on the big day. It’s where guests leave their wishes, notes, and envelopes—quietly becoming part of the wedding memories.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a wedding card box using laser cutting, combining acrylic and wood for a clean, elegant look. The process is straightforward, from preparing the materials to cutting and assembling the final box. With simple customization to patterns or text, this design can easily match different wedding styles.

Machine Used

Thunder Bolt 30W

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Material Needed

3mm Plywood

3mm Acrylic

Settings

Cutting Plywood

1. Speed:10mm/s
2. Max Power:25%
3. Min Power:10%
4. Number of Passes:1

Cutting Acrylic

1. Speed: 10 mm/s
2. Max Power:25%
3. Min Power:10%
4. Number of Passes:1

Engraving Acrylic

1. Speed:800mm/s
2. Power:20%
3. DPI:300

Place the wooden board and acrylic sheet flat on the laser bed. Make sure both materials are clean and properly secured to prevent movement during cutting or engraving. Since both the design template and the acrylic sheet are 3 mm thick, they can be processed together in one pass, saving time and ensuring consistent results.

Open your laser software(I use LaserMaker) and import the design file into your laser software. Adjust the layout so it fits properly within your material size. Before moving on, double-check your engraving and cutting parameters to match the thickness and type of wood you’re using.

Proper focusing ensures neat, polished edges. If your machine has auto focus, use it for quick setup. For manual focusing, lower the laser head with the focus stick until it touches the wood surface at a perfect angle. Always double-check before cutting.

Then click “Frame” or “Border” to preview your cutting area and make sure the design fits nicely on your board. This confirms your material placement and avoids wasting wood. Adjust as necessary. Once everything is set, start the laser job.

Stay close to the machine while it’s running and watch the cutting and engraving progress. Keep an eye out for excessive smoke, small flame-ups, or any movement of the material that could affect the outcome. Make sure your workspace is well-ventilated, and rely on air assist if available to achieve cleaner edges on the wood.

Once all parts are cut, remove them from the laser bed. Align the panels according to the design and assemble the box. Depending on the structure, use tabs and slots or apply glue where needed to secure the joints firmly.

Your wedding card box is now complete. Check the structure for stability, wipe away any residue, and place it at the reception table ready to collect heartfelt messages from guests.