Laser Cutting Workshops and Prototyping
Want to turn a digital idea into something you can hold? Join us at our Indiranagar lab to design and laser-cut everything from custom stationery to intricate wooden puzzles.
A satisfying time lapse of our laser cutter etching a detailed design onto an old wooden cutting board. The possibilities are endless.
A collection of items made with our laser cutter, from engraved patterns and intricate cuts to colorful acrylic magnets. This machine is incredibly versatile.
A wide variety of projects made possible with our laser cutter, including coasters, puzzles, phone cases, and custom boxes.
Our laser cut stationery workshop is perfect for anyone who loves a personalized desk setup. You can make your own pen stand, ruler, and more.
Learn to make your own custom laser cut coasters in this workshop. You can engrave any design you like, from intricate patterns to your favorite images.
The best kind of work from home: testing out prototypes for new laser cut jigsaw puzzles.
There's something magical about watching a complex puzzle come together, especially one you made yourself on a laser cutter.
About this collection
The magic of our laser cutter isn't just the final object, it's the design process. When you join a workshop here, you are not just watching a machine, you are using open-source tools like Inkscape to prepare your file, understanding the physics of material settings, and tweaking until it cuts perfectly. Just remember to bring your laptop and a mouse, as we provide the wood, acrylic, and guidance to make sure you walk out with a project you actually built.
What happens in our lab
We do not do boring theory. Whether you are cutting a complex jigsaw puzzle or engraving a rustic wooden stamp, we want you to get your hands dirty. Our workshops are designed to be beginner-friendly, but we have enough depth for anyone who wants to nerd out on vector files and kerf settings.
Why you need a laptop
We require you to bring your own laptop because that is where the creation happens. We teach you how to set up your designs using software like TinkerCAD or Inkscape so that you have the skills to make more projects at home or during our open lab hours.
Beyond the workshops
If you have already attended a session or just have a project ready to go, check out our PCL Pass. It gives you access to our laser cutters, 3D printers, and woodworking tools for your own prototyping. It is like a gym, but instead of treadmills, you get to use industrial-grade gear. Come by our Indiranagar space to see what our community is building, whether it is custom kitchen gadgets or electronic prototypes.
Paper Crane Lab
We are Paper Crane Lab, a bunch of curious folks based in Indiranagar who believe tech should be fun, not intimidating. We built this space to be a playground where you can tinker with machines, make a mess, and actually learn how things are made. No gatekeeping here, just come by, bring your laptop, and let us get making.
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