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Today I want to share a new tool I've been playing around with.

It's the xTool M1, the world's first desktop laser- and blade-cutting machine! I made a really cute sign for my daughter with it.

XTool M1 Desktop Laser and Blade Cutting Machine

If you are cutting paper or fabric, it comes with adhesive mats like a Cricut.

You create your designs in their software called xTool Creative Space.

Add the surface you are cutting (or scoring, engraving, etc.) on top of the triangular prisms...

The xTool M1 has a camera inside so when you close the lid, your design for the item you've chosen is shown on your computer screen. In this case, the plywood.

I think this is one of the coolest features because you can adjust, resize, and move the design around to best utilize the space available!

Once you have told the xTool what you want to do (cut, score, or engrave), what material you are using, etc. it will start processing!

It's nice that you can see through the lid and watch the magic happen!

Here is the sign base with the design scored into the surface. I stained it first.

Then I glued all the pieces in place. The scored design makes it easy to know exactly where each piece should go.

I chose to paint the letters after I glued them on since they are so small.

Here's the finished sign!

I purchased the cut files for this sign from Studio Moonset on Etsy.

It is displayed with my plants until I can give it to my daughter.

As I mentioned in the video, I've got lots of plans for this cool machine. Stay tuned for dollhouse miniatures 😃

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the xTool M1?
• It's the world's first hybrid laser and blade-cutting machine in a desktop size.
• What materials can xTool M1 cut or engrave?
• It can cut or engrave over 300 different materials including wood, metal, vinyl, leather, paper, acrylic, fabric, etc.
• How much is the xTool M1?
• Prices:
• xTool M1 5W Basic - $899.00 (the only difference is the laser wattage)
• xTool M1 10W Basic - $999.00 (the only difference is the laser wattage)
• xTool M1 10W Deluxe (RA2 Pro) - $1,299.00 (this is the model I have)
• xTool M1 10W Deluxe (RA2 Pro + Smoke Purifier) - $1,899

It is an investment for sure but you can save so much money long term with options for unique, handmade gifts or starting a small business selling products you make!

• What's the difference between the xTool and the Glowforge?
• Size - Glowforge is 38 inches and weighs 55 pounds; xTool M1 is 22 inches and just over 21 pounds.
• Laser type - Glowforge has a CO2 laser that engraves at 1000 dpi (more powerful and faster); xTool has a diode laser that engraves at 500 dpi (longer lifespan).
• Abilities - 
• Glowforge can laser cut up to 6mm thickness in 1 pass; xTool can laser cut up to 8mm in one pass
• Glowforge does not have a blade cutter; xTool has blade AND laser cutter
• Glowforge can engrave curved surfaces as long as they are less than 2 inches; xTool can engrave larger curved surfaces (tumblers, rolling pins, etc.)
• Price - Glowforge $3,995 - $6,995; xTool $899 - $1,899

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