Tag Archives: jewellery design

Does the thickness of the engraving blanks matter?

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If you want to engrave on both sides of the blanks? The thickness of the engraving blanks does not matter for laser engraving, unlike for hand stamping. This is because, for hand stamping, when the blank is thin, the metal will warp when struck with force. There is a slight difference for diamond tip and […]

xTool Demo Room: Cat 🐱 Keychain using xTool F2

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Laser engraving adds a personalized touch to jewelry that can significantly increase its value. We’re introducing xTool Demo Room today, a detailed step-by-step guide for xTool engraver beginners. In episode 1, we walk through the process of creating a custom colour-engraved stainless steel cat keychain using the xTool F2, as demonstrated during a live session […]

Where can I see xTool Laser Engravers demonstrated?

Unscripted and filmed with Real People – not paid actors. Each episode of xTool Demo Room with Stones And Findings is filmed during a live xTool pre-sale demo session. These sessions are hosted by Dana, our xTool laser engraving expert, for guests who have signed up through xTool. Click Here for more details. These sessions […]

How does laser technology work?

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Think of a laser as a very focused light beam ⚡️ But instead of spreading out like normal light, a laser is: really focused, all the same wavelength and very tight and powerful. The laser can concentrate a lot of energy into a very small point. Do you remember burning leaves with a magnifying glass? […]

What is the difference between a diode laser and a fiber laser? 🧐

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The easiest way to think about this is that diode lasers are great at cutting and engraving organic materials and plastic, while fiber lasers work better on metals. A diode laser, or commonly known as blue light laser, typically operates at a wavelength around 445nm.  It is really effective on wood, paper bags and packaging, […]

Take Your Jewelry Engraving Indoors: Unboxing & Setting Up the xTool Air Purifier for F1 and F2

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If you are a jewelry business owner using the xTool F1 or F2, you know that laser engraving can sometimes create smoke and odors that aren’t ideal for small studios or craft fairs. The xTool Desktop Air Purifier is a game-changer, allowing you to safely engrave metals and other materials indoors or at events. At […]

Unboxing and Calibrating Your xTool F1 Ultra: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

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Getting started with the xTool F1 Ultra is an exciting process, especially with its professional packaging and comprehensive accessory kit. Here is a detailed guide on unboxing your machine and performing the essential calibration steps to ensure precision. Part 1: The Unboxing Experience The xTool F1 Ultra arrives in a suitcase-style box with handles, which […]

How to Thicken Lines in XTool Studio: A Step-by-Step Guide

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To master line thickness in your xTool Studio 😉 When designing jewelry for laser engraving, especially for small pendants, lines that appear perfect on your screen can often be too thin to see clearly once engraved. To ensure your designs stand out, you may need to thicken your vectors manually. Here is the Video Tutorial […]

Engraving HACK: How to Make a Precision Holder Jig for Your Laser

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🔥 Make a Stud Earring Engraving Jig in an Inexpensive Way! Creating a custom holder for laser-engraving stud earrings is a simple, cost-effective way to achieve professional results with high precision. This DIY jig ensures that your earring blanks remain flat and secure, which is essential for consistent batch production Materials Needed ✏️ To build […]

How to Engrave Handwriting on Silver Jewelry | xTool F1 Ultra + Orion mPulse

Create meaningful handwritten jewelry with an easy step-by-step tutorial! Creating custom, personalized jewelry is a powerful way to add value to your jewelry business. One of the most popular requests is handwriting engraving. This guide walks you through the professional process of capturing handwriting and engraving it onto a sterling silver pendant using the XTool […]