Craft a decorative garden fence – picket fence V1 in plywood

The nativity scene is set up. The arrangement is almost finished. But one small detail is still missing to complete the scene. Do you want to craft a fence that matches the rest of your decorations? Then this wooden picket fence is made for your craft idea. It is a finely laser-cut plywood silhouette that you simply place in your project. This gives your decoration a frame – with very little effort.

What changes for you

• The little fence gives your nativity scene, arrangement or window picture a clear frame. It brings the individual parts of the scene together.
• You'll find the right size for every project. The width can be chosen from 5 cm to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• You can start decorating straight away. The wood is untreated. You can glue things on, paint, varnish or oil it.
• You can carry on working without sanding. The laser edges are smooth, with the typical fine brown border.
• For larger projects, you save time and money. You can order the fence singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100.

Why this picket fence makes a difference

Often it's the small elements that turn separate decorative pieces into one connected scene. The picket fence links figures, plants and background into a scene where everything has its place. Maybe you want to craft a decorative garden fence. Or maybe you're adding to your spring decorations. Either way, the light natural wood has a calm tone. It goes well with other materials.

Material & finish

The picket fence is laser-cut from 3 mm plywood and made in Bütic's own production in Pößneck. Laser cutting gives clean, smooth edges. It also creates the characteristic brown border that gives the silhouette a fine outline. The wood is untreated, not varnished and not stained. You decide whether to leave it natural, paint it or oil it. Wood is a purely natural material. Lightness, grain and small knots vary from piece to piece. That is exactly what makes each fence one of a kind.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: picket fence silhouette
• Width: 5 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a width of 10 cm, the height is 7.5 cm
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges with typical brown rim
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the picket fence

• In the Christmas nativity scene: place the little fence in front of the stable. The scene gains depth, as if modelled on a village.
• In an arrangement or on the windowsill: a fence behind moss and figures. Separate pieces become a small landscape.
• As a window picture: combine the silhouette with flowers or animals. Even from the pavement, your window looks lovingly decorated.
• Crafting with children: each child paints their own fence. At the end, they take home a piece they decorated themselves.
• In the shop window or on the counter: with a set of 25 or 50, you can create seasonal decorations in a uniform look. They are quick to set up and easy to rearrange at any time.

Good to know about the picket fence

The picket fence has always been part of the country garden. Few other motifs stand so clearly for idyll and a sense of security. That's why it traditionally appears in nativity scenes and country-style decorations. As a miniature, it brings exactly this familiar feeling to your scene.

Care & durability

There isn't much you need to do. As the plywood is untreated, simply store the fence in a dry place and protect it from constant moisture. Want to make it more durable? You can paint or oil it. That way, your decoration keeps its well-kept look for a long time.

Options & what's included

• Choose your width: 5 cm to 50 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Available singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• The picket fence is supplied in its natural form, untreated

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint the picket fence or stick things on it? Yes. The wood is untreated and in its natural form. You can paint, varnish, oil or decorate it with glued-on items, just as you like.

Why does the fence have a brown border? The border is created during laser cutting and is typical of this cutting method. It gives the silhouette a fine outline. The edges stay smooth.

How tall is the fence at my chosen width? The height is proportional to the width. At a width of 10 cm, the height is 7.5 cm.

Does every fence look the same? Wood is a natural material. Lightness and grain vary, and small knots are normal. That is exactly what makes each piece unique.

A plywood silhouette is only the start. What counts is the moment your nativity scene, arrangement or window picture stands finished in front of you. Everything together forms a small world. Just choose your width and the right quantity, and get started.