Wooden parallelogram for crafts – plywood 2×1 to 50×25 cm

An afternoon at the kitchen table. Brushes and paints are ready, and the children want to get started. You're looking for a shape that offers more than the usual square. This wooden parallelogram in untreated plywood is made for exactly that. It's a clear geometric shape you can paint, decorate or arrange into patterns. A simple wooden cutout becomes the starting point for decorations, craft projects and hands-on geometry.

What changes for you

• You can start painting, gluing or oiling straight away. The wood is untreated, so paint and glue stick directly.
• Your projects get exactly the right size. You choose the dimensions freely from 2 x 1 cm to 50 x 25 cm in 1 cm steps.
• You can carry on without sanding. The laser cut leaves smooth edges, so nobody gets a splinter.
• You'll have plenty of pieces for bigger projects. The cutout comes singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100.
• You can rely on consistent quality. Every piece is made in Bütic's own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Why this wooden parallelogram makes a difference day to day

A ready-made basic shape takes care of the hardest part for you: cutting it out cleanly. You get to the actual making sooner. That could be crafting with children, preparing Christmas decorations or laying out geometric patterns on a wall or table. The shape is simple. So it fits into any project without dictating its style.

Material & finish

The parallelogram is made of 3 mm plywood and is laser-cut. That's why it has the typical brown edge along the cut. Many crafters like it as a natural frame for their work. The edges are smooth and the finish is clean. You can pick up the shape and work on it right away. Wood is a purely natural material. Lightness, grain and small knots vary slightly from piece to piece. This makes every cutout one of a kind. It's a sign of real wood, not a flaw.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated (not varnished or glazed)
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: parallelogram
• Dimensions: 2 x 1 cm to 50 x 25 cm (width x height), selectable in 1 cm steps
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges, characteristic brown laser edge
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the wooden parallelogram

• Crafting with children: paint the shapes, decorate them and hang them up. By the end of the afternoon, homemade decorations are hanging in the children's room.
• During Advent: decorate several cutouts and combine them into Christmas decorations. Hang them from a branch or use them as table scatter on the dining table.
• For money gifts: write on the parallelogram and attach the note. Instead of a plain envelope, you give a small handmade piece that people remember.
• In the classroom: use it as tangible teaching material for geometry. Pupils hold the shape in their hands instead of just seeing it on the board.
• In model making: use it as a component or base plate in exactly the right size. You order the dimensions to the centimetre.
• In a shop or café: label it as a small price tag or decoration on the counter. It's quick to make and gives a consistent look.

Good to know about the parallelogram

The name parallelogram comes from Greek. It roughly means "bounded by parallel lines". The shape has been one of the basic figures of geometry since ancient times. So the cutout is good for more than decorating. It's also hands-on learning material for school and tutoring.

Care & durability

There's not much you need to do. Keep the untreated wood dry and avoid constant moisture. This keeps the shape flat and stable. If you paint or oil it, you protect the surface even more. You also decide on the look at the same time.

Options & what's included

• Choose your size: 2 x 1 cm to 50 x 25 cm (width x height), in 1 cm steps
• Available singly or as a set of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces
• The wooden cutout is supplied in its natural state – untreated, without paint or varnish

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint or decorate the parallelogram? Yes. The wood is untreated and takes paint, oil and glue directly. You can paint it, oil it, write on it or stick things on it.

Why is the edge brown? The cutout is laser-cut. This creates the typical brown edge. It's a feature of the process, which also gives you smooth cut edges.

Do all cutouts look the same? The shape and dimensions are the same. The wood itself varies. Lightness, grain and small knots differ from piece to piece. So each one is one of a kind.

What quantities can I order? Singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100, depending on the size of your project.

A few simple shapes, some paint and an idea are all you need. Then you can make something of your own – at the kitchen table, in the classroom or at your counter. Simply choose the size and quantity that suit your project.