Wooden cactus – plywood cutout for crafts, 3–50 cm

The craft table is set and the paints are ready. All you need now is a shape that makes you want to get creative. This wooden cactus fits the bill. It is a plywood cutout in a natural shape. You can paint it, decorate it or simply stand it up as it is. Use it as summer decoration on the windowsill or as a crafting project with children. The simple silhouette soon becomes a piece that is all your own.

What changes for you

• You can start right away without any preparation. The plywood is untreated, so it takes paint, glue or oil directly.
• Your shape matches your idea exactly. You can choose any height from 3 to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• You can craft in a relaxed way, even with children – because the laser-cut edges are smooth and need no sanding.
• Your decoration looks finished even without paint. The typical brown laser edge outlines the silhouette all by itself.
• You can supply larger projects without extra effort. Sets of 10 to 100 pieces come in consistent quality.

Why this wooden cactus makes a difference every day

A wooden shape with visible grain and a matt surface looks different in a room from plastic decorations. The cactus works all year round. Put it on the table in summer, add it to a gift as a little greeting or stand it on a shelf. You decide on the size and design yourself. So you end up with something that really suits your home, not something off the shelf.

Material & finish

The cactus is laser-cut from 3 mm plywood. This gives it smooth edges and the typical brown rim that outlines the shape. The wood stays untreated, neither varnished nor glazed. So you can paint, oil or decorate it however you like. Wood is a natural material and never completely uniform. Shade, grain and small knots vary from piece to piece. This makes every cutout one of a kind. Each piece is made in our own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: cactus silhouette
• 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, characteristic brown laser edge
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the wooden cactus

• On a crafting afternoon: every child paints their own cactus. At the end, they proudly take home a piece they designed themselves.
• When making money gifts: add a small cactus to the envelope or card. This turns a banknote into a lovingly designed greeting.
• On the summer table: scatter a few cacti in different sizes between the plates. This gives your table a theme with little effort.
• In the shop window or at a market stall: large cutouts of up to 50 cm make a clearly visible motif. They are quick to set up and easy to rearrange.
• For nurseries, schools or workshops: with sets of 10 or more, every participant gets the same blank. And you save yourself the cutting.

Good to know about cacti

Cacti store water in their tissue and so survive long dry spells. That is why many people see them as a symbol of endurance and modesty. So the cactus suits more than summer decorations. It also works as a little message on cards and gifts: keep going, even when things get a bit dry.

Care & durability

There is not much to do. As the wood is untreated, an occasional wipe with a dry cloth is enough. Avoid constant damp and wet conditions. If you paint or oil the cactus, you give the surface extra protection. Then you can enjoy your decoration for a long time.

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
• Contents: plywood cactus cutout(s) in the chosen size and quantity, untreated

Frequently asked questions

Is the wood treated? No, the plywood is neither varnished nor glazed. You can paint, decorate, coat or oil it straight away.

Where does the brown edge come from? The cactus is laser-cut. This creates the typical brown edge, which also gives the shape a clean outline.

How wide is the cactus? The width increases in proportion to the height. For reference: at a height of 10 cm, the width is 5.5 cm.

Do all cutouts look the same? The shape is identical, but wood is a natural material. Shade, grain and small knots vary. Every piece is one of a kind.

A plain piece of plywood becomes something of your own in your hands. You can give it away, decorate with it or keep it. Just choose your size and quantity. The rest happens at your home.