How to Laser Cut a Mother’s Day Night Light: Step by Step Tutorial

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Mother’s Day Night Light

2026-05-27

Key Information

Laser Machines
Material Needed
3mm Plywood
Project File Download
Setting 1
Laser Engraving
Speed: 800mm/s
Max Power: 30%
DPI: 300
Setting 2
Laser Cutting
Speed: 10mm/s
Max Power: 30%
Min Power: 10%

Introduction

Flowers are one of the most classic Mother’s Day gifts, but a laser-cut bouquet adds something more personal.


With layered details, engraved messages, and custom colors, it becomes a keepsake that can be displayed long after the holiday ends.


In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to laser cut and assemble a Mother’s Day bouquet step by step. It’s a simple project that combines decoration, creativity, and a handmade touch.

Before your work begins

Make sure the Thunder Bolt is connected and operating normally
Prepare a clean and flat 3mm plywood sheet
Check the exhaust system and air assist before cutting wood
Use pins to secure the plywood if it is slightly warped or uneven

Operational Process

STEP01

Prepare & Position the Material

Select a 3mm plywood sheet suitable for your bouquet design. Place the plywood flat on the laser bed and make sure it stays within the Thunder Bolt’s working area.


Before processing, wipe the surface clean to remove dust, fingerprints, or debris. If the plywood is slightly warped, use pins to secure the corners and keep it stable during cutting.

put the wood on the laser bed
Pins
STEP02

Import & Adjust the Design File

Open your laser software, such as LaserMaker, and import the bouquet design file.


Adjust the cutting parameters according to your material and machine settings. Make sure the flower layers, stems, and decorative details are positioned correctly before sending the file to the laser machine.

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STEP03

Set the Correct Laser Focus

Set the laser focus to the surface of the plywood before starting the job.


Proper focus helps produce smoother cutting edges, especially for small flower patterns, stems, and fine decorative lines.

auto-focus-bolt
manual focus
STEP04

Frame the Design & Start Laser Cutting

Before processing, use the frame function to preview the cutting area. This helps confirm that all flower pieces fit correctly within the plywood sheet.


Once everything is aligned, start the laser cutting process. Stay nearby while the machine is running and make sure ventilation is working properly throughout the job.

Frame your design
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STEP05

Post Processing

After processing is complete, remove the finished pieces from the laser bed and gently clean away any dust or residue.


Assemble the bouquet layers according to the design and secure them if needed. You can also paint the flowers, add ribbons, or include engraved messages to give the bouquet a more personalized Mother’s Day look.


Your laser-cut bouquet is now ready to gift or display.

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Come and Try!

A handmade bouquet feels different because it carries time, creativity, and personal details.


Create your own laser-cut Mother’s Day bouquet and turn a simple gift into something memorable.

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