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Looking for creative laser engraving ideas for your business, hobby, or side hustle?
Then you’re going to love this! 🥰
We’ve gathered 127 unique laser engraving ideas you can make with your laser engraver.
Quick Refresher: Visit our beginner’s guide to laser engraving if you want to review the basics!
Disclaimer: Please do not copy other crafter’s designs. These creative ideas are meant to inspire you to create something new with your own great ideas!
Now, without further ado, let’s get onto the list ✨
#1 - Powder-Coated Tumblers
Sip your coffee in style with a laser-engraved skinny or full-sized tumbler.
Materials Used: Coated Metal
Buy this Blank: MakerFlo Powder-Coated Tumblers
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#2 - Coffee Mugs
Any powder-coated metal, like these love-themed mugs, can be engraved.
Materials Used: Coated Metal
Buy this Blank: Powder-Coated 12oz Coffee Mug
#3 - Water Bottles
These water bottles make great gifts for non-coffee-drinkers!
Materials Used: Coated Metal
Buy this Blank: Powder-Coated 32oz Hydro Water Bottle
#4 - Wine Tumblers
These Mr. and Mrs. wine tumblers make a great wedding gift. Add them to your laser engraving ideas.
Materials Used: Coated Metal
Buy this Blank: Powder-Coated 12oz Wine Tumbler
#5 - Whiskey Decanters
Whiskey decanters make great gifts for retirement, passing the bar, getting married, and other significant occasions. Add them to your laser engraving ideas.
Materials Used: Glass
Buy this Blank: Whiskey Square Decanter
#6 - Rock Glasses
Engrave a set of glasses to match a personalized whiskey decanter.
Materials Used: Glass
Buy this Blank: Whiskey Rock Glass
#7 - Pocket Knives
The base of this knife is perfect for engraving a name or short message.
Materials Used: Wood
Buy this Blank: "The Beast" Pocket Knife
#8 - Cutting Boards
Cutting boards are large, giving you plenty of space to customize them with designs.
Materials Used: Wood
Buy this Blank: Wooden Cutting Boards
#9 - Memory Boxes
Customize a memory box for a thoughtful gift or a personal keepsake.
Materials Used: Wood
Buy this Blank: Wooden Memory Boxes
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#10 - BBQ Grill Sets
This grill set can be personalized with the chef’s name for a fun gift.
Materials Used: Wood
Buy this Blank: BBQ Grill Set
#11 - Spatulas
Any tool with a wooden handle, like this grilling spatula, can be customized with a personal message.
Materials Used: Wood
Buy this Blank: BBQ Grilling Spatula
#12 - Bark Slices
These bark slices (which we sell in our shop!) make great coasters, wedding favors, ornaments, and so much more!
Materials Used: Wood
Buy this Blank: Pine Wood Bark Slices
#13 - Hammers
Even tools can become heartfelt gifts if you engrave a message onto them.
Materials Used: Wood
Buy this Blank: 16oz Hammer
#14 - Charcuterie Boards
This charcuterie board has a wood insert that’s ready for engraving.
Materials Used: Wood
Buy this Blank: Marble Charcuterie Board
#15 - Combs
Personalize a wooden comb with a name or simple design.
Materials Used: Wood
Buy this Blank: Wooden Comb
#16 - Passport Holder
Leather engraves beautifully with the right settings, like these passport holders.
Materials Used: Leather
#17 - Personalized Sign
Create eye-catching personalized signage on a simple sheet of wood. It's important to choose wood that is completely flat to take out any stress when engraving, which is why we recommend TruFlat for these!
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Materials Used: Wood
#18 - Candle Holder
This wooden lid is perfect for engraving.
Materials Used: Wood, Glass
#19 - Slate Coaster
Source: LaserChimp on Etsy
These coasters use slate to create a subdued but stylish engraved design.
Materials Used: Stone
#20 - Puzzle Coasters
Source: LaserChimp on Etsy
This Etsy shop has combined etching and cutting to create coasters that fit together like a puzzle.
Materials Used: Wood
#21 - Laser-Cut Wooden Signs
Source: FalkelDesign on Etsy
Cut out letters with a laser cutter and apply them to wood planks to make a rustic sign.
Materials Used: Wood
#22 - Wooden Flowers
Source: 12ElevenAtelier on Etsy
A laser can quickly cut flowers out of thin wood for an alternative to the traditional bouquet.
Materials Used: Wood
#23 - Maps
Source: DifferentMaps on Etsy
This project takes time and effort, but it recreates a spot on the map with wood and blue-dyed epoxy.
Materials Used: Wood, Epoxy
#24 - Clocks
Source: PaladimStudio on Etsy
All you need to do is cut out a clock, etch your design, and add the clock’s hands back in for a personalized clock face.
Materials Used: Wood
#25 - Bottle Openers
Source: LaserChimp on Etsy
These bottle openers help mark a special occasion with a heartfelt message.
Materials Used: Wood
#26 - Guestbook
Source: RedBerryGuestBooks on Etsy
This custom guestbook features the wedding couple’s name and wedding date.
Materials Used: Wood
#27 - Street Maps
Source: Kustwood on Etsy
We love this unique street map sign cut out with a laser cutter.
Materials Used: Wood
#28 - Wine Boxes
Source: LaserChimp on Etsy
These wine boxes are customized with details about a wedding, anniversary, birthday, or other big celebration.
Materials Used: Wood
#29 - Personalized Pencils
Source: MunsellMade on Etsy
Pencils are small but oh so needed for a teacher and classroom, and the personalized message makes them hard to lose!
Materials Used: Wood
#30 - Custom Dice Games
Source: TwoTmbleweeds on Etsy
This Etsy shop has created a custom game to come up with meal ideas using laser-engraved dice.
Materials Used: Wood
#31 - Glass Coffee Mugs
Source: YoonekGifts on Etsy
You can engrave glass, too, like these adorable clear coffee mugs.
Materials Used: Glass
#32 - Pantry Jars
Source: PomchickGift on Etsy
Any jar with a wooden lid is a prime candidate for engraving, like these pantry jars.
Materials Used: Wood
#33 - Laser-Cut Ornaments
Source: ResWoodDesignsUS on Etsy
You no longer have to search for the perfect ornament. You can make it yourself!
Materials Used: Wood, Acrylic
#34 - Sippy Cups
Source: MENGCACA on Etsy
These sippy cups are personalized with the child’s name etched in silicone.
Materials Used: Silicone
#35 - Awards
Source: WoodenGiftLT on Etsy
A creative use of your laser machine: cutting and engraving an award for a competition or ceremony.
Materials Used: Acrylic(?)
#36 - Personalized Wedding Favors
Source: MunsellMade on Etsy
This Etsy shop uses bark slices to create clever gifts and seat markers for a wedding.
Materials Used: Bark Slices
#37 - Embossed Rolling Pin
Source: MoodForWood on Etsy
Engrave designs into a rolling pin to create textured baked goods with charming shapes on them.
Materials Used: Wood
#38 - Pet Tags
Source: BAMALITRENDZ on Etsy
This Etsy shop customizes steel pet tags with the pet’s name and likeness.
Materials Used: Stainless Steel
#39 - Engraved Lockets
Source: SilkPurseSowsEar on Etsy
A high-powered, high-resolution engraver can etch into metal like this locket.
Materials Used: Brass, Silver
#40 - Laser-Cut Family Portraits
Source: ShapesAndFaces on Etsy
These laser-cut wooden portraits put a fun twist on the traditional family picture.
Materials Used: Wood
#41 - Monogrammed Collar Stays
Source: ModestLaser on Etsy
Simple, but elegant.
Materials Used: Wood
#42 - Wooden Spoons
Source: SunspotEmporium on Etsy
Add a touch of elegance to your kitchen drawers with a custom-engraved wooden spoon.
Materials Used: Wood
#43 - Wooden Phone Cases
Source: kajostore on Etsy
Even phone cases can be made of wood, like this stunning case design from kajostore on Etsy.
Materials Used: Wood
#44 - Bookmarks
Source: renardeendormie on Etsy
Bookmarks make it easy to practice with your laser engraver on thinner pieces of wood.
Materials Used: Wood
#45 - Gold Bracelets
Source: SarahEliseJewelry on Etsy
So many people love having jewelry with their name or a meaningful word inscribed on it.
Materials Used: Gold
#46 - Bar Necklaces
Source: ModernOut on Etsy
This masculine bar necklace is a great alternative to the delicate gold bracelet.
Materials Used: Stainless Steel
#47 - Bibs
Source: RBcraftandmore on Etsy
Anything silicone can be engraved with the right settings, like these sweet toddler bibs.
Materials Used: Silicone
#48 - Wooden Greeting Cards
Source: HereafterLA on Etsy
What a creative idea!
Materials Used: Wood
#49 - Glasses Stand
Source: LaserChimp on Etsy
A fun product idea that you don’t see very often.
Materials Used: Wood
#50 - Champagne Box
Source: CreatedEspForYou on Etsy
This custom-engraved champagne box celebrates an engagement, complete with names and a special message from the gift giver.
Materials Used: Wood
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#51 - Preserved Letters
Source: ZehrCustomEngraving on Etsy
Preserve a letter and make a beautiful decorative object by scanning it and etching it into acrylic.
Materials Used: Acrylic
#52 - Wine Glasses
Source: CreatedByZoeAU on Etsy
Wine glasses with names etched into them are popular for bachelorette parties, weddings, and other special gatherings.
Materials Used: Glass
#53 - Leather Snap Keychain
Source: YoakumLeather on Etsy
It’s easy to engrave names and words into leather bands, like this snap keychain.
Materials Used: Leather
#54 - Rulers
Source: JustWoodGB on Etsy
A great product idea for teachers and students.
Materials Used: Wood
#55 - Wooden Bouquets
Source: BitsOfImperfection on Etsy
This wooden bouquet combines a flower gift with a greeting card for a nice gift that doesn’t wilt.
Materials Used: Wood
#56 - Recipe Cards
Source: ForesightLaser on Etsy
Create permanent recipe cards by scanning in recipe card images and engraving them into thin pieces of wood.
Materials Used: Wood
#57 - Trucker Hats with Leather Patches
Source: PecuLeather on Etsy
These leather patches are engraved with a custom logo, then stitched into the hat.
Materials Used: Leather
#58 - Wooden Vases
Source: jesslovesjoe on Etsy
Another take on the wooden bouquet trend. This one puts a personal message onto a wooden base that can hold actual flowers inside.
Materials Used: Wood
#59 - Wedding Table Numbers
Source: ForestLion on Etsy
These thicker bark slices make beautiful table decorations for a wedding.
Materials Used: Wood
#60 - Customized Game Boards
Source: TheBoardGenius on Etsy
You can craft your own board games or extend popular games like Catan by cutting out and engraving pieces of wood.
Materials Used: Wood
#61 - Thank You Tags
Source: CorkCountryCottage on Etsy
These sweet thank-you tags are easy to engrave and add a finishing touch to a gift.
Materials Used: Wood
#62 - Fun Necklaces
Source: designosaurYEAH on Etsy
If your laser cutter can cut through acrylic, you’ve got endless options for jewelry and accessories you can make!
Materials Used: Acrylic
#63 - Napkin Rings
Source: PottsUpscaledDesigns on Etsy
A simple but elegant napkin ring for a wedding or reception.
Materials Used: Acrylic
#64 - Name Plate for Horses
Source: LoneLunaGoods on Etsy
Another intuitive way to use engraved leather. This Etsy shop creates custom leather name tags to tie onto horse bridles.
Materials Used: Leather
#65 - Garden Signs
Source: CraftyNicksDesigns on Etsy
If you know someone who loves to garden, you can create custom garden signs and accessories with stone.
Materials Used: Slate
#66 - Dog Collars
Source: shopmimigreen on Etsy
This Etsy shop takes blank dog collars and engraves the dog’s name and owner’s contact information onto each one.
Materials Used: Metal
#67 - USB Flash Drives
Source: SameDayFlash on Etsy
This wooden USB drive is a clever idea and forms a great piece of branding for any business that uses them publicly.
Materials Used: Wood
#68 - Flower Presses
Source: KnotteStore on Etsy
Dress up a flower press with an elegant custom design.
Materials Used: Wood
#69 - Wooden Blocks
Source: MakerMindToys on Etsy
Children and parents love wooden toys, so why not make your own?
Materials Used: Wood
#70 - Wine Holders
Source: BriskwoodDesign on Etsy
This Etsy shop has created an intuitive wine holder with what looks like several thin layers of wood, all cut in the same shape.
Materials Used: Wood
#71 - Engraved Easter Eggs
Source: DelovelyDetails on Etsy
If your laser cutter can handle curves, this is a fun idea to celebrate Easter.
Materials Used: Wood
#72 - Earrings
Source: SINAhandmade on Etsy
If you can cut wood and acrylic, you can make custom earrings for your customers.
Materials Used: Acrylic, Wood
#73 - Business Card Holders
Source: BAwoodLV on Etsy
This business card holder is simple but easy to create. You could even engrave a logo or name onto the front.
Materials Used: Wood
#74 - Photo Blocks
Source: ElkwoodDesignsAU on Etsy
This photo block is a special way to show someone you care.
Materials Used: Wood
#75 - Music Boxes
Source: miium on Etsy
A music box can capture a special song for a couple or a lullaby for a child, complete with the recipient’s name and wedding date or birthday.
Materials Used: Wood
#76 - Hairbrushes
Source: InfinityLasers on Etsy
A wooden hairbrush gets a personalized touch with this design from InfinityLasers on Etsy.
Materials Used: Wood
#77 - Piggy Banks
Source: WoodlyGift on Etsy
A more complicated project than the others, but if you can cut wood and acrylic, you could make something like this.
Materials Used: Wood, Acrylic
#78 - Perpetual Calendars
Source: viktanet on Etsy
This beautiful design can be used year-round.
Materials Used: Wood
#79 - Leather Trays
Source: ThePathLessTraveled on Etsy
A classy product idea.
Materials Used: Leather, Metal
#80 - Laser-Cut Art
Source: ScaledDimensions on Etsy
Did you know that laser engravers can cut paper? You can cut small pieces with intricate shapes, then put them together to make art.
Materials Used: Paper
#81 - Sundials
Source: PBsTimeTravel on Etsy
Make beautiful, one-of-a-kind products with the right blank and an intricate, unique design like this.
Materials Used: Wood, Glass
#82 - Rubber Stamps
Source: PaperStreetStampShop on Etsy
Yes, if you engrave rubber from a rubber stamp, you can create custom stamps like this one. Not many people make these, so it’s got lots of potential.
Materials Used: Wood, Rubber
#83 - Cookie Stamps
Source: RollingPinCollection on Etsy
Instead of making a rubber stamp, you could make cookie stamps instead.
Materials Used: Wood
#84 - Tape Measures
Source: GraceJewelsDesign on Etsy
It’s not clear from the picture what material was engraved to make these custom tape measures, but it’s a cool idea nonetheless.
Materials Used: Unknown
#85 - Engraved Necklaces
Source: PicturePerfectPP on Etsy
Little pendants like these never go out of style.
Materials Used: Metal
#86 - Cufflinks
Source: TheDribblyYak on Etsy
You’ve seen metal cufflinks. These are wooden cufflinks, which are much easier to engrave.
Materials Used: Wood, Metal
#87 - Luggage Tags
Source: LittleDotStudio on Etsy
Acrylic pieces like this one can become an easy-to-use luggage tag.
Materials Used: Acrylic
#88 - Guitar Pick Boxes
Source: MasterpieceLaser on Etsy
An intricate guitar sketch engraved on a guitar pick case.
Materials Used: Wood
#89 - Velvet Bags
Source: RoseandJack on Etsy
Add a personalized touch to velvet bags for a sweet accessory.
Materials Used: Velvet
#90 - Keyrings
Source: threepeakscompany on Etsy
Keyrings are easy to cut and engrave. Attach a ring and it’s ready to go!
Materials Used: Wood
#91 - Garden Markers
Source: TheBurnBoutique on Etsy
Acrylic herb markers could be customized for any plant or made to order.
Materials Used: Acrylic
#92 - Bobble Heads
Source: TroutWorkshop on Etsy
This Etsy shop makes little bobblehead dolls with (we’re assuming) customer faces and names.
Materials Used: Wood
#93 - Mirrors
Source: PramisHolz on Etsy
Create mirrors using your own aesthetic using a laser cutter.
Materials Used: Wood, Glass
#94 - Personalized Leather Bag
Source: LessMoreBag on Etsy
This is a pre-made leather bag, but the shop offers laser-engraved personalization for an added touch.
Materials Used: Leather
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#95 - Belt Buckles
Source: MatriceGifts on Etsy
Personalized belt buckles for business people, companies, or fashion designers. You’d need a pretty powerful laser cutter for this.
Materials Used: Metal
#96 - Photo Frames
Source: CustomWoodWonders on Etsy
If you can find good wooden frames, you could create endless design options for customers to make personalized photo frames.
Materials Used: Wood
#97 - Baby Books
Source: mywoodenLOVE on Etsy
This baby book has a custom-made cover with the child’s name, birthday, and measurements.
Materials Used: Wood
#98 - Reasons Why I Love You Box
Source: WillowandMistGifts on Etsy
A sweet gift idea: customers can write reasons why they love someone special, and each one is engraved on a heart-shaped card and arranged in a memory box.
Materials Used: Wood
#99 - Wine Bottle Tags
Source: ThebaHandmade on Etsy
These wooden tags are a classy way to gift a bottle of wine. Looks like this one was created for a real estate agent to gift to new homeowners.
Materials Used: Wood
#100 - Brooches
Source: kateslittlestore on Etsy
Tiny wood designs can be made into brooches by affixing a pin to the back.
Materials Used: Wood, Stone
#101 - Fridge Magnets
Source: TheBespokeWorkshop1 on Etsy
Create a magnet with a fun wood-cut design and a strong magnet attached to the back.
Materials Used: Wood
#102 - Toiletry Bags
Source: SwankyBadger on Etsy
These toiletry bags get upgraded with a stylish design etched into them.
Materials Used: Leather
#103 - Save the Date Cards
Source: WunderholzShop on Etsy
You can create gorgeous save the date cards engraved in wood for a long-lasting wedding keepsake.
Materials Used: Wood
#104 - Recipe Books
Source: ScorchLasercraft on Etsy
Two pieces of wood can be bound with paper to create a book, like this recipe book from ScorchLasercraft on Etsy.
Materials Used: Wood
#105 - Golf Bag Tags
Source: Lazy3LeatherCo on Etsy
A classy leather golf bag tag could be a nice welcome gift for golf clubs to give new members.
Materials Used: Leather
#106 - Countdown Calendars
Source: EmplettesBoisees on Etsy
This countdown calendar is endlessly reusable with different wooden pieces for each day of the year and several big holidays.
Materials Used: Wood
#107 - House Replicas
Source: LsCraftDesign on Etsy
Real estate agents sometimes create these to give recent home sellers a special memory of their home.
Materials Used: Wood
#108 - Number Coins
Source: SawdustandSwirls on Etsy
Kids toys and educational materials are a huge market. These number coins are just one idea of a learning activity you could make.
Materials Used: Wood
#109 - Personalized Wallets
Source: HerbertandWinifred on Etsy
These wallets get a special message engraved inside.
Materials Used: Wood
#110 - Leather Patches
Source: OxAndPine on Etsy
Leather patches aren’t limited to hats. You could sell engraved patches that customers can add to anything they like.
Materials Used: Leather
#111 - Mailboxes
Source: TedstuffStore on Etsy
This would take a strong laser cutter, but with metal cutting, you can make a lot of cool things!
Materials Used: Metal (Powder-Coated)
#112 - Buttons
Source: WunderholzShop on Etsy
These wooden buttons make a great gift for someone who likes to sew and make clothes.
Materials Used: Wood
#113 - Personalized Leather Bracelets
Source: MapleLeathercraftCo on Etsy
Leather bracelets like these can be personalized with a name or a message.
Materials Used: Leather
#114 - Plant Accessories
Source: GrunwaldGoods on Etsy
Look at this cute narwhal sticking out of a plant! What other fun things could you make to stick out of a plant like this?
Materials Used: Wood
#115 - Wreaths
Source: LilyFaithShop on Etsy
This delicate wreath is made with a laser cutter and engraver and wood, along with what looks like dried flowers.
Materials Used: Paper, Wood
#116 - Baby Announcements
Source: jesslovesjoe on Etsy
Another great gift idea: the backdrop is engraved into wood, and the family’s last name is cut out of acrylic.
Materials Used: Wood, Acrylic
#117 - Personalized Whisks
Source: HazelGroveCustoms on Etsy
You’ve seen engraved hammers, spatulas, spoons, and now whisks!
Materials Used: Wood
#118 - Sticky Note Holders
Source: grahamandbrooks on Etsy
This is a cute teacher gift idea: a place to hold their sticky notes or a notepad.
Materials Used: Wood
#119 - Gift Tags
Source: EstesDesignStudio on Etsy
Instead of buying cheap paper gift tags, these could be used year after year.
Materials Used: Wood
#120 - Monthly Milestone Props
Source: PuzzleSpase on Etsy
New parents love to take pictures of their babies at each milestone. This laser-engraved photo prop helps them take photos more easily.
Materials Used: Wood
#121 - Custom Clothing Labels
Source: WunderholzShop on Etsy
Another great product idea for someone who mends or makes their own clothing.
Materials Used: Leather
#122 - Wedding Ring Boxes
Source: TheWoodLookGifts on Etsy
A place to store wedding rings for the day of the wedding that can double as a keepsake.
Materials Used: Wood
#123 - Personalized Makeup Bags
Source: LeatherPage on Etsy
Like some of the other ideas on this list, these makeup pouches get a personalized leather patch with the recipient’s name.
Materials Used: Leather
#124 - Engraved Leather Bibles
Source: EngravedEleganceLLC on Etsy
Engrave names onto leather Bibles to give your customers a long-lasting family heirloom.
Materials Used: Leather
#125 - Custom Leather Belts
Source: JPFanShop on Etsy
This Etsy shop engraves special messages onto the inside of the belt, for a message only the recipient can see!
Materials Used: Leather
#126 - Personalized Journal Covers
Source: PrecisionMemory on Etsy
Add a name or a motivational message to a leather book cover, perfect for a personal journal or to carry a favorite read.
Materials Used: Leather
#127 - Stacking Name Rings
Source: GracePersonalized on Etsy
These tiny, delicate rings get a touch of personalization with names and special dates engraved into them.
Materials Used: Metal
#128 - Kids Drawings
Source: DiatEngraving on Etsy
And finally, we love this fun idea for families—immortalizing a child’s drawing into a keychain for parents to keep.
Materials Used: Metal
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So there you have it! 127 laser cutting projects for your laser engraving business.
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