Laser Cut Christmas Tree: 30 Designs to Stack, Light and Personalise
A laser cut Christmas tree is one of the few holiday projects that works in every room. It stands on a mantel, fills a windowsill, holds tiny gifts on a shelf or carries the family’s names on the dining table. Also, it suits every budget, because one sheet of 3 mm plywood can become a tree in an evening.
This guide collects the tree designs makers saved most on Creative Fabrica over the last year. In addition, every file is described in the maker’s own words: how many designs you get, which formats, what size and which material thickness. So you can choose a tree that fits your machine before you buy a single sheet.
Short answer
The most saved laser cut Christmas tree file here is Personalised Christmas Tree Tags, a name ornament shaped like a tree. For a centrepiece, Christmas Tree Lantern Bundle puts a glowing lantern on a curved pine. For a classic standing tree, start with a slot-together set such as 3D Slot-Together Christmas Tree Bundle, which needs no glue. Besides, for a gift with names, Christmas Name Tree comes with ready slots for six material thicknesses. Then cut one test tree in your own plywood before you cut the rest.
Want to compare every design side by side? Jump to the comparison table with formats, sizes and the first thing to check for each file.
Laser cut Christmas tree lanterns, name trees and tags
Light and names are what turn a wooden tree into a keepsake. Moreover, these files sell well as gifts, because the buyer sees at once who or what the tree is for.
Christmas Tree Lantern Bundle
Christmas Tree Lantern Bundle by Laser Cut Creations is one of the most saved designs in this guide. Each piece is a whimsical curved pine with a detailed lantern hanging from its tip. In fact, the bundle includes five lantern scenes: Nativity, Reindeer, Christmas Tree, Santa Sleigh and Santa with Gifts. The files come as SVG, DXF, EPS, PDF and DWG, the maker recommends 3 mm wood, MDF, plywood or acrylic, and the finished piece is about 26 cm.
Because the lantern is layered, use a battery tealight rather than a real candle inside. Then paint only the tree and leave the lantern natural, so the light shows through the cut-outs. For more designs with a glow, see our laser cut lantern guide.
Christmas Family Tree Bundle
Christmas Family Tree Bundle by NGISED holds six tree designs with heart and star accents. Each heart is a slot for a family member’s name. Also, the files come as SVG, PNG, DXF, AI, EPS and PDF, and the maker calls the outlines easy to cut and friendly for beginners.
Since names change from order to order, keep the tree as one file and the names in a separate layer. As a result, a new order takes minutes, not an hour of redrawing.
Christmas Name Tree
Christmas Name Tree by MIX_Laser is a spiral tree with stars, where each turn of the spiral carries a name. The maker gives two sizes, 29 × 38 cm and 23 × 30 cm. In addition, the SVG comes in versions for 3, 3.2, 4, 5, 6 and 6.3 mm material.
That list of thicknesses is the real advantage here. Still, measure your sheet with calipers first, because a “3 mm” plywood is often 2.8 or 3.2 mm, and the stand slot must match. For more name projects, see our personalised laser cut files.
Personalised Christmas Tree Tags
Personalised Christmas Tree Tags is the most saved file in this guide, with more than 1,500 saves. It is a layered tree ornament with a star on top, and the name runs from top to bottom along the tree, so even a long name fits without shrinking. Also, the maker names Glowforge, Cricut, Silhouette and other CNC machines, and says the colours in the preview are only an example.
However, fonts are not included, so type the name in your own font and convert it to a cut path. Then hang the tag on the tree or tie it to a present as a gift label.
3D laser cut Christmas trees that slot together
A slot-together tree stands on its own without glue, and it packs flat after the holidays. Also, these files show how many shapes one simple idea can take.
3D Slot-Together Christmas Tree Bundle
3D Slot-Together Christmas Tree Bundle by Break Jhon gives you four 3D tree designs with star toppers and layered bases. In the maker’s words, the assembly is slot-together and no glue is required. The download includes SVG, DXF, EPS, DWG, AI and a PDF assembly reference. Besides, the maker recommends 3 mm (1/8″) plywood or MDF, with acrylic as an option.
Because the trees can be scaled to any size, remember that the slots do not scale with your material. Therefore, after you resize a tree, set the slot width back to your sheet thickness.
Layered 3D Christmas Tree Bundle
Layered 3D Christmas Tree Bundle by The T Store Design has five tree designs, each as SVG, EPS, transparent PNG, PDF and DXF. The preview shows bright red, green and white trees with stars and bows on top. Importantly, the maker warns that LightBurn sometimes distorts the size of SVG files and suggests the DXF for LightBurn users.
That note saves a sheet. So import the DXF, check one known measurement against the preview and only then cut the full set.
Openwork 3D Christmas Tree
Openwork 3D Christmas Tree by MIX_Laser is a single design with an intricate swirl pattern and a star. The maker sets the thickness at 3 mm and the size at 14 × 19 cm, with SVG and PDF files.
Fine openwork burns easily. Therefore, test the speed on a scrap first and use masking tape on the top face to keep the smoke marks off the pale wood.
3D Wooden Christmas Tree Bundle
3D Wooden Christmas Tree Bundle by The T Store Design is a larger set: ten tree designs, each as SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF and DXF. The previews range from snowflake and swirl trees to geometric pines in natural plywood. In addition, red lines are for cutting and black lines for engraving, and the cover gives a material width of 3 mm.
Ten designs make a whole market table. Then cut them in two or three sizes, because a group of different heights looks richer than one tree on its own.
3D Geometric Christmas Tree Bundle
3D Geometric Christmas Tree Bundle by flydesignsvg is another set of ten trees in SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF and DXF, with red for cutting and black for engraving. The previews lean towards geometric line trees, and the cover again says 3 mm material.
These trees look best left natural. However, a light coat of clear lacquer keeps the cut edges from rubbing off brown on a white mantel.
Laser Cut Snowflake Christmas Tree
Laser Cut Snowflake Christmas Tree gives you three freestanding trees, 25 cm tall, with snowflakes cut through the whole body; two of them have a star on top. Each tree is four-sided on a steady base, the parts slot together and glue is optional. In addition, the files are AI, EPS, DXF, PDF and SVG for 3 mm wood, plywood, MDF or acrylic.
Because three trees come in one set, cut them in three colours for a table centrepiece. Then keep the snowflake cut-outs open, so candlelight passes through them.
Laser Cut Stacked Christmas Tree
Laser Cut Stacked Christmas Tree is built from snowflakes stacked on a central rod, from 15 cm at the bottom down to 3 cm at the top, on three stepped bases. The tree is 16 cm tall from 3 mm material and 20 cm from 4 mm. Besides, the files come for 3, 3.2 and 4 mm, as AI, EPS, DXF, PDF and SVG, with assembly instructions.
Wood, coloured acrylic or clear acrylic all work, and you can mix them. So one file gives you a natural tree for the shelf and a frosty clear one for the window.
3D Wooden Christmas Tree
3D Wooden Christmas Tree is a single interlocking tree with swirl branches and a star. The zip holds one SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF and DXF file. Moreover, red lines are for cutting and black lines for engraving.
Natural plywood suits the swirls best. Therefore, sand the burned edges lightly if you want a paler look on a dark green table.
Flat and layered laser cut Christmas tree silhouettes
A flat tree on a stand is the quickest Christmas project you can cut. In addition, layered trees add depth with just a few extra pieces.
Swirl Christmas Tree Decor
Swirl Christmas Tree Decor by Tiny Fox Store is one decorative tree for 3 mm material that stands about 20 cm tall. Also, you just cut the pieces and slot them together. The files come as SVG, DXF, AI, PDF and CDR, and the maker adds that the colours in the preview are only an example.
So paint it any way you like. A white tree with red swirls, as in the preview, reads well against a dark shelf.
Stand-Up Christmas Tree Silhouettes
Stand-Up Christmas Tree Silhouettes by NGISED has 8–9 single-layer tree silhouettes with a slot-stand base, in SVG, DXF, PNG, AI, EPS and PDF. The maker recommends 3–4 mm material and tells you to adjust the slot width for your material and kerf. Moreover, the maker allows personal and small business use, so you can make and sell the physical items.
Because the trees are single layer, they cut in minutes. As a result, they are a good first project for a new laser and a good filler for a craft fair table.
Laser Cut Christmas Tree Bundle
Laser Cut Christmas Tree Bundle by NGISED holds ten Christmas tree designs in modern, classic, swirly, layered and cut-out styles. The files come as SVG, DXF, EPS, PDF, PNG and AI, with all paths closed. Besides, the maker suggests ornaments, gift tags, garlands and cards as well as decorations.
For a standing tree, add a simple stand piece of your own. Then paint each tree a different colour, as in the preview, and sell them as a set.
3D Layered Pine Tree Bundle
3D Layered Pine Tree Bundle by Laser Cut Creations has five layered pine trees. The files are optimised for 3 mm wood, plywood, MDF and acrylic, and you cut, stack and assemble the pieces into standing trees. In addition, you get SVG, EPS, DXF, PDF and DWG.
Green paint on natural wood edges gives the classic look of the preview. So paint the parts before you assemble them, because the slots are hard to reach later.
Layered Christmas Tree Bundle
Layered Christmas Tree Bundle by NGISED gives you five tree designs, each built in five labelled, colour-coded layers. The files are SVG, PNG, DXF, AI, EPS and PDF, with an exploded view and a simple assembly guide. Also, the maker gives a working size of about 4 to 12 inches (100–300 mm).
Five layers mean five colours. Therefore, plan your paint before you cut, and glue the layers from the back so no glue shows on the front.
Layered Christmas Tree Decor Bundle
Layered Christmas Tree Decor Bundle by NGISED holds five layered trees, from classic to modern, in SVG, DXF, EPS, PDF and PNG. The maker suggests ornaments, wall decor, door hangers and tags. Meanwhile, the preview shows swirl trees in green, coral and cream.
These trees also work flat on a wall. So drill a small hole at the top and hang a group of three in a row.
Christmas Tree Laser Cut Bundle
Christmas Tree Laser Cut Bundle is a set of tree designs for laser, Cricut, CNC and layered paper, in AI, EPS, SVG, DXF and PNG. The maker does not give the number of trees, and the cover shows ten. Also, the material thickness is “any”, so the files are not tied to one sheet.
Flat openwork trees like these work as ornaments, wall pieces or standing trees. So add a small base piece if you want them on a shelf.
Christmas Tree Stand Bundle
Christmas Tree Stand Bundle by NGISED is a set of standing trees with cut-out details, shown in a realistic 3D mockup. The files come as AI, EPS, SVG, DXF and PNG. However, the description gives no number of designs or material thickness, so check both in the download.
Since the thickness is not stated, measure the stand slots in the file before you cut. Then adjust them to your plywood.
Christmas tree shelves and advent trees
A tree shelf is a Christmas tree you can fill. Moreover, it doubles as an advent calendar, a candy stand or a home for a small village.
Christmas Tree Shelf Bundle
Christmas Tree Shelf Bundle by The T Store Design has ten tiered tree shelves in SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF and DXF, with red for cutting and black for engraving. The previews show the shelves holding tiny gifts and decorations, and the cover gives a material width of 6 mm.
At 6 mm the shelves carry real weight. Still, if you cut in 3 mm, scale the slots and test the load with one shelf first.
Christmas Tree Tiered Shelf Bundle
Christmas Tree Tiered Shelf Bundle by flydesignsvg is a second set of ten tree shelves in the same five formats. The maker lists advent calendar, ornament, candy and cupcake stands among the uses. In addition, the cover says 6 mm material.
A tree shelf sells well next to a Christmas village. For houses and trains to fill it, see our Christmas village and train guide.
Decorative Christmas Tree Stands
Decorative Christmas Tree Stands by NGISED is a bundle of openwork trees on small stands, in AI, EPS, SVG, DXF and PNG. The maker writes “Any mm” for material thickness and suggests laser, Cricut, CNC and layered paper crafts. Meanwhile, the preview shows painted, stained-glass and natural versions.
“Any mm” means the slots are yours to set. Therefore, change the slot width to your sheet before the first cut.
Christmas Advent Calendar Tree
Christmas Advent Calendar Tree arranges 25 small numbered houses in the shape of a Christmas tree, with cut-out stars and angels. Each house is 53 × 56 × 70 mm and holds a small gift or sweets. In addition, the assembled tree is 663 × 450 mm, the files are for 3 mm material and the structure slots together without glue.
The files come as SVG, DXF, AI, CDR, PDF, EPS and DWG. Because the tree is large, check that the largest part, 227 × 322 mm, fits your laser bed first. For more countdown designs, see our laser cut advent calendar guide.
Christmas tree scenes, signs, toppers and gifts
The tree is also a theme, not only a shape. These files put it into scenes, signs, a tree topper and a small gift box.
Personalized Christmas Tree Topper Star
Personalized Christmas Tree Topper Star by The T Store Design is a 3D layered star for the top of the tree, with space for a family name. The zip holds one SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF and DXF file. Moreover, the maker marks red lines for cutting and black lines for engraving.
A topper is light work for the laser but heavy work for the tree. So keep the star thin and fix it with a ribbon or a clip, not a deep tube.
Christmas Tree Scene Stands Bundle
Christmas Tree Scene Stands Bundle by Digital Idea holds ten designs in SVG, DXF, EPS, PDF, JPEG and PNG. Each triangle tree frames a small winter scene inside, and the stands sit on a wooden base. The maker requires 3 mm material.
The maker also notes that the photos are only for inspiration. So treat the colours as an idea, and check each scene’s fine parts at your chosen size.
Christmas Tree and Deer Elements
Christmas Tree and Deer Elements by NGISED is a set of separate elements: stylised pine trees and elegant deer silhouettes. Each element is its own SVG, and the bundle also includes DXF, EPS, PNG and PDF. In addition, the maker suggests ornaments, wall art, cards, shadow boxes and door hangers.
Because the elements are separate, you can build your own scene. For example, stand a row of trees and a deer family along a table runner.
Snowman Christmas Tree
Snowman Christmas Tree by WoodNova is a freestanding layered tree with three snowmen in hats and scarves around it and a golden star on top. The files come as SVG, DXF, EPS, AI, PDF and DWG. Also, the maker suggests shelf sitters, mantel displays and kids’ room decor.
This is a painting project above all. So cut the layers, paint them flat and only then glue them together.
Hand Drawn Christmas Tree Door Sign
Hand Drawn Christmas Tree Door Sign by redhelgaart has four hand-drawn trees with the phrase “Merry Christmas” for a round door hanger. The files come as SVG, DXF, EPS, AI, PDF, and PNG and JPG at 300 dpi. Moreover, the maker notes that the watermarks and shadows in the preview are removed in the download.
For more signs in this style, see our winter door sign guide.
Christmas Tree Gift Box
Christmas Tree Gift Box by VectorBY is a small plywood box with a Christmas tree cut-out. The box in the photos measures 90 × 57 × 45 mm, for 3 mm material, and glue is used for assembly. Besides, the files come as SVG, PDF, CDR, AI, EPS and DXF.
A box this size holds a ring, a gift card or a few sweets. Then pair it with a small tree from this guide for a ready gift set; more ideas are in our laser cut Christmas gifts guide.
Laser cut Christmas tree designs at a glance
| Design | Type | What you get | Size / material | Check first |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas Tree Lantern Bundle | Lantern tree | 5 scenes; SVG, DXF, EPS, PDF, DWG | about 26 cm; 3 mm | Battery tealight only |
| Christmas Family Tree Bundle | Name tree | 6 trees; SVG, PNG, DXF, AI, EPS, PDF | — | Names in a separate layer |
| Christmas Name Tree | Name tree | 1 design; SVG | 29 × 38 or 23 × 30 cm; 3–6.3 mm | Real sheet thickness |
| Personalised Christmas Tree Tags | Name ornament | 1 design, layered | — | Fonts not included |
| Personalized Christmas Tree Topper Star | Topper | 1 star; SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF, DXF | — | Weight on the tree top |
| 3D Slot-Together Christmas Tree Bundle | 3D tree | 4 trees; SVG, DXF, EPS, PDF, DWG, AI | 3 mm | Slots after resizing |
| Layered 3D Christmas Tree Bundle | 3D tree | 5 trees; SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF, DXF | — | Use DXF in LightBurn |
| Openwork 3D Christmas Tree | 3D tree | 1 tree; SVG, PDF | 14 × 19 cm; 3 mm | Burn marks on fine cuts |
| 3D Wooden Christmas Tree Bundle | 3D tree | 10 trees; SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF, DXF | 3 mm | Cut and engrave layers |
| 3D Geometric Christmas Tree Bundle | 3D tree | 10 trees; SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF, DXF | 3 mm | Cut and engrave layers |
| Laser Cut Snowflake Christmas Tree | 3D tree | 3 trees; AI, EPS, DXF, PDF, SVG | 25 cm; 3 mm | Slots for your sheet |
| Laser Cut Stacked Christmas Tree | Stacked tree | AI, EPS, DXF, PDF, SVG | 16 or 20 cm; 3, 3.2, 4 mm | File for your thickness |
| 3D Wooden Christmas Tree | 3D tree | 1 tree; SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF, DXF | — | Cut and engrave layers |
| Swirl Christmas Tree Decor | 3D tree | 1 tree; SVG, DXF, AI, PDF, CDR | about 20 cm; 3 mm | Your own colours |
| Stand-Up Christmas Tree Silhouettes | Flat tree | 8–9 trees; SVG, DXF, PNG, AI, EPS, PDF | 3–4 mm | Slot width and kerf |
| Laser Cut Christmas Tree Bundle | Flat tree | 10 trees; SVG, DXF, EPS, PDF, PNG, AI | — | Add a stand piece |
| 3D Layered Pine Tree Bundle | Layered tree | 5 trees; SVG, EPS, DXF, PDF, DWG | 3 mm | Paint before assembly |
| Layered Christmas Tree Bundle | Layered tree | 5 trees × 5 layers; SVG, PNG, DXF, AI, EPS, PDF | 4–12 in | Plan colours per layer |
| Layered Christmas Tree Decor Bundle | Layered tree | 5 trees; SVG, DXF, EPS, PDF, PNG | — | Hanging hole |
| Christmas Tree Laser Cut Bundle | Flat tree | AI, EPS, SVG, DXF, PNG | any thickness | Number of trees |
| Christmas Tree Stand Bundle | Standing tree | AI, EPS, SVG, DXF, PNG | not stated | Count and thickness |
| Christmas Tree Shelf Bundle | Tree shelf | 10 shelves; SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF, DXF | 6 mm | Load on shelves |
| Christmas Tree Tiered Shelf Bundle | Tree shelf | 10 shelves; SVG, EPS, PNG, PDF, DXF | 6 mm | Load on shelves |
| Christmas Tree Scene Stands Bundle | Scene stand | 10 designs; SVG, DXF, EPS, PDF, JPEG, PNG | 3 mm | Fine parts at your size |
| Decorative Christmas Tree Stands | Standing tree | AI, EPS, SVG, DXF, PNG | “any mm” | Set the slot width |
| Christmas Advent Calendar Tree | Advent tree | 25 houses; SVG, DXF, AI, CDR, PDF, EPS, DWG | 663 × 450 mm; 3 mm | Laser bed size |
| Christmas Tree and Deer Elements | Elements | separate SVGs; DXF, EPS, PNG, PDF | — | Plan your own scene |
| Snowman Christmas Tree | Shelf sitter | SVG, DXF, EPS, AI, PDF, DWG | — | Paint before gluing |
| Hand Drawn Christmas Tree Door Sign | Door sign | SVG, DXF, EPS, AI, PDF, PNG, JPG | — | Lettering size |
| Christmas Tree Gift Box | Gift box | SVG, PDF, CDR, AI, EPS, DXF | 90 × 57 × 45 mm; 3 mm | Glue for assembly |
How to choose a laser cut Christmas tree
Start with where the tree will stand
A windowsill wants a lantern tree or a flat silhouette. A mantel takes a group of 3D trees in different heights. Meanwhile, a hallway corner or a kitchen counter has room for a tree shelf. So decide on the place first, and the file almost chooses itself.
Match the file to your sheet
Most trees here are drawn for 3 mm material, while the two shelf bundles show 6 mm on the cover. Also, a few makers give several thicknesses or none at all. Therefore, measure your sheet and check the slot width in the file before you cut. Our plywood settings guide explains how to find speed and power for your machine.
Think in sets
One tree is a decoration; three trees in different sizes are a display. In addition, a matching ornament, a name tree and a small gift box turn one design into a gift set. For ornaments to match, see our Christmas ornament guide and the 3D layered Christmas projects.
Price the finish, not the cut
A natural slot-together tree cuts fast and sells at a lower price. On the other hand, a painted layered tree or a snowman scene takes hours of painting. So count the painting time before you set the price; our projects that sell guide shows how.
Check these things before you cut
– Slot width. Measure the real thickness of your sheet and set every slot to it after any resize.
– Licence. Read the licence for each file if you plan to sell the trees.
– Formats. In LightBurn, prefer DXF when the maker suggests it.
– Fine details. Test openwork and small parts on a scrap at your final size.
– Light. Use battery tealights only in wooden lanterns.
– Counts. When the description gives no number of designs or thickness, check them in the download.
FAQ
What material is best for a laser cut Christmas tree?
Most makers here draw their trees for 3 mm plywood or MDF, and several also allow acrylic. For tree shelves, the covers show 6 mm, which carries more weight.
Do 3D laser cut Christmas trees need glue?
Slot-together trees, such as the Break Jhon and The T Store Design bundles, stand without glue. Layered trees and the gift box, however, are glued.
How big should a laser cut Christmas tree be?
Sizes in this guide range from 14 × 19 cm for the openwork tree to 29 × 38 cm for the name tree. Also, many files can be scaled, but then the slots must be reset to your material.
Can I personalise a laser cut Christmas tree?
Yes. The family tree bundle has heart slots for names, the spiral name tree carries a name on each turn, and the topper star has space for a family name.
Which laser cut Christmas tree sells best?
In this collection, the personalised tree tags and the lantern tree have the most saves. Besides, name trees and tree shelves work well at markets because buyers see a clear use at once.
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