How to make an engraved sign with your AEON MIRA access door!

Join me as I work on this awesome “grill master” sign for Father’s Day. In this video we will learn how to use the AEON MIRA access door to create a multi-dimensional sign! #FathersDay #GrillMasterSign #lasermom #teacherofyoutube #AEONlaser #MIRA #LightBurn #laser #engraving #lasercutting #lasercut #laserengraving #laserengravingfun#laserengravingmachine #laserengravingmachines #laserengravings #laserengravingsystems
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MATERIALS For this tutorial:
Rustoleum Lacquer:
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MINWAX Classic Gray Stain:
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I like to work with two types of glue. Titebond is a forgiving glue and is easy to clean up. The Clear Gorilla Glue is great IF you can master not moving your pieces once you set them down.
TiteBond Original Wood Glue:
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Clear Gorilla Glue
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Vynil Ease Masking Tape:
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[@samechaleph1891]

Thank you for sharing. After engraving, you can glossy spray it, before spraying white or painting white on it, then remove the paper, that will lessen the bleed I think 😊

[@xbrain17]

I always learn a new trick every time I saw your videos. Thanks for sharing! Gracias por compartir tus conocimientos, e aprendido mucho de tus videos!

[@rdavis0521]

Besides the "Fill Individual" which you used in this video LB supports an "Offset Fill" option as well. This takes each closed shape and circles around inside much like you might see with a CNC machine, getting closer and closer to center. Works even when things are not "separate" objects. Gives a slightly different engrave pattern, rather than side to side, it circles in, but if you're going to paint anyway, it shouldn't likely matter. Depending upon the layout and amount of space that is not engraved, the Offset Fill can be quite a bit faster than even the Fill Individual method.

[@allenyarberry7502]

I enjoy your videos. I just received my Mira-9 and used several of your videos on how to use the machine. You do a nice job explaining the details of the operation of the laser. It looks like you are down the road from me. I'm in the JAX area. Keep up the good work!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Allen Yarberry that’s awesome and how exciting! Confratulatuons! When does your MIRA9 arrive?

[@allenyarberry7502]

@@ThatMomWithALaser Danny's crew installed it 2 weeks ago. I did the initial training and need to start making things. I make signs and personal memorabilia as a side job. Here is my pinterest site: www.pinterest.com/1010graphixs/boards/ I want to use the laser with my CNC to make some really unique things. I like the items you are making - well done, ma'am. Keep up the good work!

[@MrTobbo]

@@allenyarberry7502 Just had a look at your pintrest, some amazing work mate! My Mira comes next week hope mines half as good as yours! keep up the good work

[@georgechambers3197]

Too save even more time, spray a coat of laquer over the engraved area. It seals the edges and the paint won't blead out. Thanks for the video!

[@robnjenb]

I am so glad I watched this video for the hundredth time - I was about to give up on Lightburn because I didn’t know that you can CUT SELECTED GRAPHICS and was creating multiple files in Silhouette 🤪

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

robnjenb 🤣 Im glad it will save you time 😘

[@cbrugh]

I just ordered a Mira 9 and told them that I ordered because of your recommendations. I hope this referral leads to some type of reward for you!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Curtis, this is so very kind of you. Thank you. ❤️ yay for your new laser! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 please feel free to reach out any time if I can be of any help.

[@laseroflovecreations]

Fabulous. Thank you.

[@Tuffenough4u]

For making it much faster for mounting those outer additional letters, shapes, etc. you could have had the machine vector trace them on the board. To do this so it's not going to do it where it's on the outside of the shapes (right on the edges) you can do an inner contour of about .008" . Break the contour apart from the original letters, delete any inner contours (IE. like the inner holes in letters like b a p o, etc...) and then have the laser lightly vector trace it on the board. No you won't need to spend time trying to get perfect alignment, and you won't see the trace either since it will be fully covered the .008" overlap of the stacked pieces you're gluing over it. I assume LightBurn has contouring. I use Corel, so I can't be sure.

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Thanks again! I do score lines all the time but was hesitant this time since it was my first try. Will definitely be doing it in the future!

[@Ovationdj]

Estamos ganando ❤❤❤ I made my first round sign following your tutorial came out perfect thanks to you

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

yey!!!!

[@joebutton8357]

What is the thickest it can cut through?

[@ThatNinja24]

Hello Emily, where did you get your transfer paper? I think that’s what it’s called.

[@robertcdavis]

Is it possible to just outline all of the graphics so that you can actually see where to place your cut out letters or would the outline show?

[@PMDCustomDesigns]

What kind of paint do you use with lacquer? I found some paints bubble up with lacquer.

[@fredwienbarg5051]

I love your videos. I just ordered a 60w C02 laser. Just one question. How do you get your customers? Seriously!

[@ThatNinja24]

I thought you were about to say haymaker I’m so stoned

[@musc258]

Whatvdo you use to mask?

[@MrTobbo]

What kind of wood is that round? looks lovely

[@bellot1]

I’m buying mine in a couple of weeks. Thank you!!!! Selling my glowforge

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Aww my pleasure! Congratulations on the upgrade!

[@AngelRamirez-mu8pk]

Nice video and very helpful. Tip: You can use in LB the Circle frame for your circle instead of the Square frame. I like the font for the Bar & Grill, can you share the font name please. Thanks

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Thanks! This is one of my earlier videos. Love the circle frame option now that I know about it! Unfortunately that font was on my old computer and I don't remember it. Sorry!

[@stephensharma3259]

How did u paint and cut each letter there? wanted to see dat part also

[@3706123]

Love the video. I don’t have this particular laser, I have the Glowforge Would you know if it’s possible for me to use your same technique regarding stain, clear spray and mask and engrave using the Glowforge? Thank you.

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Martha Gillespie yes! The actual assembly of stuff doesn’t matter what laser you have 😀

[@reidmoule3358]

What laser glasses and facemask are you using?

[@cassandracruz5540]

Curious what you charged for the sign?

[@naeemmawji]

Love the video. I tried to look at the links you shared for the materials you used but wasn't able really open the one for the Vynil Ease masking tape. Would you be able to share or repost the link? thanks :)

[@jenniebegracedbydesign9731]

When I click on that link it is for the glue. When I search for the vynil masking it specifically says not for use with laser engraving. Any suggestions??

[@ramsey6770]

What do you glue your pieces to your wood round with?

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

ej Ramsey I used either clear gorilla glue or titebond original. The links are posted in the description 😃

[@SioTonyaEthan11]

whats the biggest size project can you work on with this? I want to invest in this machine but really want to work on really big projects as well as small..

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Hey Tonya. The biggest piece I’ve made is approximately 28x28. I have a video on it. Let me know if you can’t find it. You could also consider the mira 9 with a larger laser bed. They have some preorder specials with some nice freebies so it’s worth contacting them about it. Here is my affiliate link if you haven’t contacted them already aeonlaser.us/contact?ref=momlaser

[@N__T]

Have you done any testing with engraving speeds and power for your laser? I'm thinking this should be an upgrade from my current machines but need to know how dark and fine of an engrave these can do at higher speeds. So far I've been unable to find anyone with a video test of this. Currently I'm running 6 OMtech machines but they only engrave the quality I need at 250mm/s. Above that speed they get uneven edges .

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

I don’t have any videos oh this but I’m happy to test your file for you. Send me an email at [e-mail]

[@N__T]

@@ThatMomWithALaser just sent an email with a file. Hopefully that works to do some testing. I forgot what power your tube is so the power in the file may be different than what I'm used to but should still give an idea of the clarity available at higher speeds.

[@YuriOctavioUrzuaLebuy]

gracias , de donde eres que manejas bien el español ??

[@backyardgifts9461]

New to laser but why do you have to flip words backwards?

[@stevenmarston8923]

They aren't backwards, they're only apperaing upside down because the disk is rotated to allow the laser head to get to that place on the round board due to the physical size of board and the capable workspace of that particular machine. In other words, where it needed to be engraved was outside of the bounds of the machine IF you wanted to see it engrave right-side up (wouldn't work). Hope that makes sense.

[@ashlynfrazier4136]

What is your go to wood (thickness and type) for the cutouts that you glue onto your signs?

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

I prefer either MDF or birch for anything I paint. If I'm not painting then I love walnut and sometimes maple depending on the look I'm going for.

[@ashlynfrazier4136]

@@ThatMomWithALaser Thank you so much!!

[@carolwargin8160]

What type of paint are you using to roll on the wood

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

White chalk paint from waverly at Walmart.

[@carolwargin8160]

Very cool thank you. I want to make a 3d sea turtle which uses different blues. Does the chalk paint come in other colors? If not can u recommend a paint

[@Birdnson2012]

Great video, I have a question, how long did your machine take to arrive ? And is this machine shipped from China? Thanks

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Thanks! Yes, they are manufactured in China. It took about two months but Covid was not around at that time. Now the wait is much longer.

[@Birdnson2012]

@@ThatMomWithALaser thanks for the reply ...that's a bummer I really want to buy one but waiting 2-4 months is a long time. :( 😞

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@Birdnson2012 I knowwwww. Growth in popularity plus a pandemic is a tough combo for any business. Aeon is offering a pre-order special to compensate for the long wait. Right now they are including the camera, rotary, and software for free!

[@Birdnson2012]

@@ThatMomWithALaser ohhh wow really . Is this offer on there site ?

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@@Birdnson2012 It's not listed on their site. I'm not sure how long they plan to offer it but you can inquire here through my affiliate link aeonlaser.us/contact?ref=momlaser

[@nicholascage8523]

Next time - 'score' the lines for the 3D objects for easier alignment :)

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Nick Smith thanks, Nick! I score often but was too intimidated to do it with this project since it was my first time 🙈. I’ll definitely be doing it in the future now that I’m comfortable with the process 💪🏼

[@nicholascage8523]

@@ThatMomWithALaser always check that engraving function! It has saved my butt a lot of different times! Nice sign!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Nick Smith I never knew about it 😳 now that I do I never will go without it again 🤣

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

@Daniel Miller the flood fill option!

[@cbrugh]

is there a file for the burger and fries cutout?

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

There isn't. They are from stock images I purchased a long time ago but don't remember the source.

[@kittnlogic]

You can't laser without cafecito!

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Never! 🤣

[@Tuffenough4u]

Better tell people not to overlap that tape like you have it when it's in the area of anything you intend to engrave, or they are going to end up with a raised surface where the tape overlap was.

[@ThatMomWithALaser]

Thanks! I didn't engrave over the overlapped tape but I've also never run into such an issue. If you ever make a video to demonstrate this I'd love to see it! Please share if you ever do. :)