How to Create a Thumbprint Tree on a Laser Cutter

I was asked if I could make a thumbprint tree for a friend's wedding. Instead of doing the traditional thumbprint tree guestbook, I decided to make one out of oak using a laser cutter to etch the design of the tree and cut ou the oval shape.

Materials
- 5 MM Oak
- Laser Cutter
- Ink Pads 

Programs 
- Adobe Illustrator
- Photoshop

Open it in Photoshop. Make sure the image is in black and white. Save. 

In this step you will be creating your cutlines as well as changing the size of the tree. 

Cut it out using a laser cutter. 

Yes I am aware that not everyone has access to a $25,000 laser cutter. 
Thats why you should definitely consider getting a membership at TechShop. 

http://techshop.ws

I made this at TechShop. 

Have each guest dab their thumb into the ink. 
Sign it and by the end of the wedding there is a beautiful and colourful tree! 
Enjoy!

Check out my Etsy shop 

http://etsy.com/shop/sabotagestudios