Wooden crane decoration – crane cutout for crafts, 5–50 cm

A wooden crane is exactly that kind of detail: a clear silhouette you paint or decorate to your own ideas, or simply stand up in its natural state. A wooden crane is exactly that kind of detail: a clear silhouette you paint or decorate to your own ideas, or simply stand up in its natural state. The result is a decoration that looks made for your home – because it really is.

What changes for you

• You design your decoration exactly to your taste. The plywood is untreated, so you can paint it, stick things on it, varnish it or oil it.
• You find the right size for every idea. Choose any height from 5 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.
• You can kit out bigger projects without ordering several times. Order singly or in a set of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces.
• Your motif keeps its shape. The clean laser cut leaves the typical fine brown edge as a characteristic detail.

Why this wooden crane makes a difference in everyday life

Ready-made decorations often look the same everywhere. A wooden crane in its natural form leaves room for you. You decide on the colour, the finish and where it goes – from the window to the wall to a greetings card. That way your decoration carries your own signature. The light wood with its smooth surface fits calmly into your room.

Material & finish

The decorative crane is laser-cut from 3 mm plywood. This gives it smooth edges and the characteristic brown edge that outlines the motif. The wood is untreated, not varnished and not glazed. Paint and glue stick to it directly. As a natural material, wood is never completely even. Different shades, fine structures in the grain and small knots are normal. That is what makes every wooden crane figure one of a kind. Every cutout is made in Bütic's own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: crane silhouette
• Height: 5 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a height of 10 cm, the width is also 10 cm
• Cut: laser cut, smooth edges
• Surface: untreated, not varnished or glazed
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the wooden crane

• At a craft afternoon: every child paints their own crane. At the end, a colourful flock of birds hangs in the window, and everyone is proud of it.
• As a window decoration: hang a few cranes in different sizes on fine threads. Your window gains depth and movement without looking cluttered.
• On cards and gifts: stick on a small crane as a motif. A plain wrapping becomes a lovingly designed greeting.
• On the wall: arrange several silhouettes in a formation. Suddenly an empty wall tells a little story.
• In a shop or café: with the set of 25, 50 or 100 you can decorate shop windows, counters or tables in a uniform way. It is quick to set up and gives a consistent look.

Good to know about the crane

In Japan, the crane has been a symbol of luck and long life for centuries. According to tradition, giving someone a thousand folded cranes wishes them good health and fulfilled wishes. That is why the motif suits greetings cards, birthdays and get-well wishes so well. It is a sign that says more than words.

Care & durability

There is not much you need to do. Store the untreated wooden cutout in a dry place and keep it away from constant moisture. That way the motif keeps its shape and looks good for a long time. If you paint or oil the crane, you protect the surface even more.

Variants & what's included

• Height of your choice: 5 cm to 50 cm in 1 cm steps
• Choose your quantity: single pieces or sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• Contents: the chosen number of wooden crane cutouts, untreated

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint the crane or stick things on it? Yes. The plywood is untreated, neither varnished nor glazed. Paint, glue and oils stick directly to the surface.

How wide is the crane? The width matches the height you choose. At 10 cm high, the cutout is also 10 cm wide.

Why does the cutout have a brown edge? The crane is laser-cut. The fine brown edge is typical of this cutting method, and it also gives smooth edges.

Do all cranes look the same? The shape is identical, the wood is not. As a natural material, it shows different shades, fine structures and occasionally small knots. Every piece is one of a kind.

What quantities can I order? You can order the crane singly or as a set of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces.

Picture the moment your own crane hangs in the window. You look at it and think: that's exactly how I wanted it. Just choose your height and quantity – you design the rest.