Meerkat V1 in wood – plywood silhouette for crafting

A rainy afternoon. The craft table is set with paints, brushes and glue. All that's missing is a motif that makes children's eyes light up. This wooden meerkat is made for exactly that. It is a clear silhouette in untreated plywood. You can paint it, stick things on it or simply stand it up as it is. That's how a blank turns into your very own decoration.

What changes for you

• You can get started straight away with painting, sticking or oiling – because the wood is untreated and takes colour well.
• Your craft idea comes out at exactly the right size – thanks to a choice of heights from 3 to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• It's easy to work with and needs no finishing – because the meerkat is laser-cut and has smooth edges.
• You save on group projects, children's parties or club activities – because the motif comes singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100.
• You're holding a genuine piece of craftsmanship. It's made in our own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Why this wooden meerkat makes a difference every day

Shop-bought decorations often look the same everywhere. A wooden meerkat you design yourself tells your story. Maybe on its own on a shelf, as part of an animal parade in the children's room or as a lovingly painted small gift. You choose the colours and style. The result fits your home exactly. When you craft with children, you get more than a decoration. You get an afternoon together that everyone remembers.

Material & finish

The meerkat is laser-cut from 3 mm plywood. This gives it the typical brown edge, which outlines the silhouette nicely. The edges are smooth and the finish is clean. The cutout sits comfortably in the hand. Even children can decorate it safely. The wood is untreated, neither varnished nor glazed. You can paint it, oil it or stick things on it, just as you like. Wood is a natural material. So each piece varies in shade and has its own grain, sometimes with small knots. This isn't a flaw. It's exactly what makes every piece one of a kind.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated (not varnished or glazed)
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: Meerkat V1
• Height: 3 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a height of 10 cm, the width is 5.5 cm
• Cut: laser cut, smooth edges
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the wooden meerkat

• Crafting with children: Each child paints their own meerkat – and in the end a colourful animal family stands on the windowsill.
• Children's room decor: A large 50 cm motif on the wall or on a shelf – and the safari theme is clear at a glance.
• As a gift tag or small present: A little meerkat of 3 to 5 cm on the parcel – and your gift feels more personal than any ribbon.
• In nurseries, schools or zoo shops: With the set of 25, 50 or 100 you have enough blanks in stock for project days and events – with no need to reorder single pieces.
• For shop window and store displays: Arrange several sizes in tiers – and your themed table gains depth and a clear motif.

Care & durability

There's not much you need to do. Keep the untreated wood dry and away from constant damp. Then the shape stays stable and looks good for a long time. If you paint or oil the meerkat, you give the surface extra protection. Oil also brings out the grain of the wood.

Options & what's included

• Choose your height: 3 cm to 50 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Available singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• The wooden cutout is delivered in its natural form, unpainted

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint the meerkat or stick things on it? Yes. The plywood is untreated. You can paint it, oil it, stick things on it or decorate it with your own ideas.

Why does the cutout have a brown edge? The meerkat is laser-cut. The brown edge is typical of this process. It also gives smooth edges without splinters.

How wide is the motif? The width depends on the height you choose. At a height of 10 cm, it is 5.5 cm wide.

Does every piece look the same? The shape is identical, but wood as a natural material is not. Shade and grain vary, and small knots are possible. Every piece is one of a kind.

A wooden cutout is only the beginning. What counts is the moment your hand-painted meerkat finds its place – and someone proudly says: “I made that.” Just choose your height and quantity. You design the rest.