Mastering Laser Engraving: Basics and 10 Popular Projects for Beginners As interest in DIY and small-scale manufacturing continues to grow, more people are purchasing laser cutting machines for personal and business use. Beyond simple cutting, laser engraving has become especially popular among hobbyists and small business owners. In this guide, we’ll cover the fundamentals of laser engraving and introduce 10 beginner-friendly projects you can create and potentially sell. Table of Contents What is Laser Engraving? Laser Engraving vs. Laser Cutting Best Materials for Engraving Key Laser Engraving Settings 10 Popular Beginner Projects Expanding Your Engraving Projects 1. What is Laser Engraving? Laser engraving is a process that uses a focused, high-powered laser beam to burn or vaporize material from the surface of an object to create a design, image, or text. Unlike laser cutting, engraving only alters the surface without cutting all the way through. Com...