Layered lotus graduation ornament, 120 mm
This 4-layer lotus ornament has 8 folds and medium detail, designed to celebrate graduation. It includes a backing and hanging hole so you can finish it with a string. A good intermediate project for makers who want a small keepsake.
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- Size
- 120 × 120 mm (4.7 × 4.7 in)
- Machines
- CO₂ laser
- Files
- SVG and DXF, in millimetres
- Skill
- Intermediate
- Fits
- K40-class CO₂ · Glowforge (Basic/Plus/Pro) · OMTech 50 W · xTool P2 / P2S · CO₂ 600 × 400
Ideas
- Paint layers in school colours
- Hang on a graduation gift bag
- Make as a gift for a graduate
How to make it
Cut layers from 3 mm stock. Paint layers in school colors. Glue together. Add hanging string.
Checked for these materials
| Material | Machine | Thinnest strip | Narrowest opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3mm Birch Plywood | CO₂ laser | 2.98 mm | 0.92 mm |
| 3mm Acrylic | CO₂ laser | 2.98 mm | 0.98 mm |
| Cardstock (stencil) | CO₂ laser | 2.98 mm | 1.55 mm |
Measured on the exact cut lines for each material, after kerf.
Quality checks
- ✓Passed: Every cut path is closed, no zero-length segments · No duplicate or stacked cut lines · No cut lines cross or touch · Curves aren't over-segmented · Thinnest strip of material ≥ the material's minimum · Narrowest opening ≥ what the machine cuts cleanly · Pieces come out as designed (nothing falls loose) · The generator raised no warnings · Fits a common machine bed.
Questions
What size is the finished piece?
The design is 120 x 120 mm (4.7 x 4.7 in).
What materials and machines can I use?
It was checked for 3mm Birch Plywood, 3mm Acrylic, and Cardstock (stencil). It works on CO₂ lasers including K40-class CO₂, Glowforge (Basic/Plus/Pro), OMTech 50 W, xTool P2 / P2S, and CO₂ 600 × 400.
Can I change any text on the design?
No, this design opens in the editor as shown with no editable text fields.
