Easy Profit Laser Cut Personalized Piggy Banks: Tutorial with Lightburn and xTool Creative Space

In this step-by-step tutorial, we will guide you through the process of creating visually stunning and profitable DIY laser cut letter shaped piggy banks. With the power of Lightburn or xTool Creative Space, you'll be able to easily produce these delightful piggy banks right from the comfort of your own home.
Whether you're a seasoned laser cutting enthusiast or just starting out, this tutorial is perfect for you. We'll take you through the entire process, from choosing the right materials and designing the perfect letter shapes, to cutting and assembling the piggy banks.
Lightburn, renowned for its user-friendly interface and versatile features, will be our go-to software for designing and preparing our letter shapes. With its extensive range of tools and precise controls, you'll have the freedom to unleash your creativity and create beautiful designs that will captivate your potential customers.
To bring our designs to life, we'll be utilizing the incredible capabilities of xTool Creative Space, a revolutionary laser cutting machine that ensures flawless and precise cuts. With its easy-to-use interface and advanced cutting technology, xTool Creative Space is the ideal companion for this project, guaranteeing professional results every time.
Not only will you learn the technical aspects of creating these piggy banks, but we will also share invaluable tips for effectively marketing and selling your finished products. Discover strategies to reach your target audience and maximize your profit potential in the competitive online marketplace.
Now is the perfect time to put your creativity to work and start your own profitable venture. Explore the rewarding world of laser cutting and create personalized, eye-catching piggy banks that will undoubtedly attract customers of all ages.
Join us on this exciting journey of turning your hobby into a profitable business. Follow along with our comprehensive tutorial using Lightburn and xTool Creative Space, and unlock the potential to earn substantial income with your homemade laser cut letter shaped piggy banks!
Stuff We Used:
1/4" MDF: kandgmakeit.com/products/12-g...
Foxy Hues Paint: kandgmakeit.com/collections/p...
Starbond Glue: kandgmakeit.com/products/star...
xTool P2 Desktop CO2 Laser: www.xtool.com/products/xtool-...
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[@jjsother1274]

I love what you share with us on youtube-for free! And the things on Patreon-crazy generous!

[@punchiechisolm]

These have been one of my best sellers one Christmas! After your video last week, I decided to add that front cover! Great minds think alike!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

That's awesome to hear! I'm glad my video inspired you to make that addition. Great minds do think alike!

[@arnoldmoreno]

WOW! Mind blown again!! I thought the layered name with clipart was amazing but you step it up with these acrylic personalized piggy banks!! OMG!! This year's birthday gifts that I make are gonna be so cool from both of these tutorials you have provided!! Thank you so much!! I'm signing up for Patreon right now!!

[@jcali72]

absolutely love this!

[@davidm9545]

Love your videos and crafts!

[@kawestley1965]

Love this idea

[@AndrewR74]

That’s awesome. Thanks guys

[@rodneyaustin6244]

Great Idea! But you didnt cover how to remove monet when full.I wouldn't want to break mine if i purchased one. Maybe that's the intent?? Not sure. Otherwise great video!

[@droneguy0265]

Love it!!! Garrett Can use that to save up for a set of Bear trap pedals for his BMX bike or a new Powell Peralta deck Keep the projects and Videos coming Thank you!!!!!!🎉

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

LOL! My shins are still recovering from the bear traps I had in the 80s!!!! Yes, I ran over my last Powell deck with the forklift and I still need to replace it. Good Idea!!!

[@anitraharris2665]

Beautiful ❤

[@MandyMakesThat]

Oh yay! You did it!!! Thank you!!!!!!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

You bet! I told ya!

[@MandyMakesThat]

But how do we get bills out? I might have to challenge myself to make a removable backer!@@KimandGarrettmakeit

[@victoriacarpenter8037]

Love it!!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Glad you like it!

[@krystenandrehenn5020]

Love It!

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@karendriesbach1509]

awesome videos

[@JoyDVshop]

Their channel is the best. Long time subscriber here.

[@Truecrimequeen68]

Both so cute

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Agreed! I can't decide which one is cuter, it's a tie!

[@triciawegmann2521]

Can you help me with the Trick for letters like "A" "P" or anything with a hole in the center? I did the text to vector, then hit "add inner outline" but it isn't doing the middle of my "A". (I am using XCS) - can you give any tips for this?

[@kawestley1965]

I love the K

[@paulastanifer9940]

I love this! And your directions are very good. However, you skipped a step and I missed cutting a few pieces. Also, when I add the name and click combined and unite the name goes away and does not cut out. Can you help?

[@mikeledee8786]

It would be nice to come up with a way to make these with a diode laser.

[@RomanTkachev-sp7jb]

Looks great guys! Thank you for sharing! What's the typical assembly time for one of these?

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Paint was like 10 minutes and assemble maybe 10 minutes.

[@davecruz9893]

I SEE YOU HAVENT DROPPED THAT GUY YET ........GEEESH.....DOOOOSH BAG

[@semicrazyketogal8226]

Garrett always needs a extra hand! LOL

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@hermiii]

I’ve seen these with stands. Is it the width that keeps them standing. Btw I like your design better.

[@mrsdizi1234]

Do you have or have you tried to make a candy or gum machine? Your bank is awesome thank you.,

[@user-fz7tx3yc6k]

I have never cut acrylic before and I am trying to understand something that you did. I known that when cutting acrylic that you should invert your object but in watching your video nowhere in XCS did you tell it to invert. When you clicked the "Process" button it showed the un-inverted object however your video of the P2 cutting the acrylic showed the object as being inverted. What triggered it to be inverted?

[@victoriacarpenter8037]

Where can you buy the foxy hues paint?

[@brockla9]

Has anyone does one of these without clear acrylic? I have a d1 pro, but I'd still like to try this.

[@CD_DESIGNS]

Need help with the letter D how do you do these with inner parts on the letters

[@manuelaglade6900]

How would you get the money back out? Could you add a cork or a little door?

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

While it would be fun to have a piggy bank with a cork or a little door, the traditional way of getting the money back is by smashing it with a hammer. No need for any fancy gadgets!

[@OG_Beckie_Leigh]

@@KimandGarrettmakeitI was wondering the same thing. It would make me so sad to smash one of these beautiful money banks! Now y’all have me thinking about how to make up an exit strategy for the money that doesn’t interfere with the design. 😂❤

[@Shole88]

tts-55 pro?12V?opinion?

[@clayscreativestudio]

What can we substitute the acrylic for? For those that have an engraver that doesn’t cut acrylic.

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

We used Transparency Film in some shakers we made and I bet that is thick enough to work. Let me know if you try it! ~garrett

[@clayscreativestudio]

@@KimandGarrettmakeit Thank you so much for responding

[@patricialeinhauser6693]

I would try the flex materials from smokey hill laser supply.

[@clayscreativestudio]

@@patricialeinhauser6693 Thank you so much

[@buzzroadguy]

what about the subtract front?

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

In xTool Creative Space it's Minus the Object in Front (layers), in Lightburn it subtracts the second object you select from the first object you select.

[@buzzroadguy]

where can i learn more about the 8:28 area?

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

We do more detailed things like this in our monthly Patreon Zoom call.

[@manuelaglade6900]

Does the P2 not cut acrylic?

[@manuelaglade6900]

nevermind...lol

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Haha, nevermind...lol. you got it? Let me know!

[@betobeto7903]

NIce but it is a lot of work for 30-35. It would need to be at least $98 to be worth selling them. They are nice but I think it would be more personal.

[@grafxbynando_vlogs]

I've been selling these for $60 😁

[@mrsdizi1234]

How to get the money out?

[@mrsdizi1234]

I found the answer :) sorry

[@rickpouley7561]

Small Hands.. LOL

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you found it funny.

[@jesskakesllchorton4940]

Tiny hand!!!!!!!!! hahahaha

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you found the tiny hand funny!

[@beckyp16]

I LOVE your content however, Garrett's arm swinging and pointing is distracting. Your personalities are great but the extra arm flinging is not necessary.😊

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Garrett's arm swinging is his signature move! Love it or hate it, it's here to stay. But we'll try to find a balance so it's not too distracting for you!

[@traveller9292]

Just found your channel but solely based on your homeboy act I wont be subscribing, sad as the content itself was good

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

Aw, it's a bummer that the "homeboy act" didn't impress you enough to subscribe. But hey, I'll keep doing my thing and maybe you'll change your mind one day! Thanks for giving my content a shot.

[@jamiedudding22]

@@KimandGarrettmakeit interesting to visualise the type of homeboy He is hanging around with judging by your “homeboy act“ @traveller thank you for being an advocate for all homeboys around the world, and exposing these fake homeboys

[@micaelacrochet]

I'm not sure your comment was a productive one. I mean really. Opinions and constructive criticism is welcome, but telling someone they should change who they are just for a subscriber? They are not hurting for subs or patrons. Nor is it hurting their brick and morter. Its ok not to like someones personality, but they have enough business with it so why change? So yeah.....take your Karen comments somewhere else

[@JoyDVshop]

He’s Adorbs. But more importantly, is he’s (and she!) is smart, and articulate. And Gracious with sharing their knowledge.

[@JoyDVshop]

Oh and I’m always in a better mood, after watching. (And get heavier pockets by incorporating their knowledge in my business,).

[@shellyfinegan5362]

GARRRRRREEEEETTTTTT um, hi 👋 I was curious if you could teach me something.... you know those song lyrics in a shape posters?? sometimes it's a heart other time a guitar.... whateva how they do that?? I'm wanting to put the kids songs, we have 2 grown kids and when they were babies we picked songs for them: My Wish by Rascal Flatts for our son, 23, and I Hope You Dance by Lee Ann Womack for our daughter, 28... and for valentine's day I want to engrave the words in the shape of, something, for them... but... I dunno the process and you are so savvy at all this stuff, I thought you could assist??? 🫶🙏🫶🙏🫶

[@KimandGarrettmakeit]

SHEEEEELLLLLLLYYYYY I think this is a great idea!!!!! email Kim at [e-mail] and she will get it on our list of projects. I LOVE IT!!!! This would be an Illustrator project. attach an example to the email just to make sure I get it. ~garrett