Wooden penguin V2 to craft & paint – plywood cutout

The craft box is on the table. The children are already waiting with brushes and paints. All that's missing is a motif that makes them want to get started. This wooden penguin cutout made of plywood is made for afternoons just like these. It's a funny little figure with laser-scored outlines and face. You can paint it, glue things onto it or leave it natural as decoration. That's how a few blanks turn into winter decorations you really made yourselves.

What changes for you

• You can start crafting straight away, with no sawing or sanding. The penguin arrives ready laser-cut with smooth edges.
• Your motif comes to life even before you paint it. The outlines and face are already marked on the top side by laser scoring.
• You'll find the right size for every project. Choose a width from 5 cm to 50 cm in 1 cm steps – from a small gift tag to a large window decoration.
• You can design the penguin just the way you like. The wood is untreated, so you can glue onto it, paint it or oil it.
• Group projects are easy to plan with our sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces. Every child gets their own penguin.

Why this wooden penguin makes a difference every day

Shop-bought decorations look the same everywhere. A penguin you've designed yourself tells the story of the afternoon it was made. In the window, on the windowsill or on a present: the untreated plywood feels rough and warm. That's different from smooth, printed cardboard. And because the motif is already marked out, even small hands get a good result. That takes a lot of pressure off you when crafting with children.

Material & finish

The penguin is laser-cut from 3 mm plywood. This gives it the typical brown edge. It's a hallmark of this cutting method and gives the motif extra definition. The edges are smooth and the finish is clean. So the cutout is suitable for children to handle. The wood is left untreated, neither varnished nor stained. That's why paints, glues and oils adhere reliably. As a natural material, every piece is unique. Small differences in shade and grain or fine knots are part of it. Every penguin is made in Bütic's own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated (not varnished or glazed)
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: Penguin V2
• Width: 5 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a width of 10 cm, the height is 6 cm
• Cutting method: laser-cut, smooth edges, typical brown laser edge
• Top side with scored outlines, underside left natural
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use your wooden penguin

• Christmas crafts with children: every child paints their own penguin. In the end, a whole colony hangs in the window, and everyone is proud of it.
• For homemade Christmas decorations: small penguins on gift ribbon or as hanging ornaments on the Advent wreath. Your wrapping will stand out.
• On Christmas cards and gift tags: glue on a 5 cm penguin. A simple card becomes a little keepsake that people hold on to.
• In a café, bakery or at a market stall: large penguins in the shop window or on the counter create a wintry mood. They're quick to set up and store away in little space after the season.
• In nursery, school or craft groups: with sets of 10 or more, you have identical blanks for the whole group. Everyone starts at the same time, and nobody has to wait.

Good to know about the penguin

Along with the snowman and the elk, the penguin is one of the most popular winter motifs. It also has a practical advantage: it's wintry without being tied to Christmas. So your decorations last from the first frost until well into February. In a child's bedroom, they can even stay up all year.

Care & durability

There's not much you need to do. Keep the untreated penguin dry and it will keep its natural look for a long time. Avoid constant moisture. If you want to protect the wood or change its colour, you can paint, oil or varnish it as you like.

Options & what's included

• Choose any width: 5 cm to 50 cm in 1 cm steps
• Available singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• The wooden penguin is delivered untreated and unpainted. Paints and decorations shown in the product images are not included

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint the penguin? Yes. The plywood is untreated and takes paints, glues and oils well. You can paint it, glue things onto it or oil it.

Why does the penguin have a brown edge? The cutout is laser-cut. The brown edge is typical of this cutting method and emphasises the outline of the motif.

Do all penguins look exactly the same? The shape is identical, but the wood isn't. As a natural material, it shows different shades and grain patterns, and sometimes small knots. Every piece is unique.

Are both sides designed? The top side has the laser scoring with face and outlines. The back is left natural and smooth.

What matters is the moment when the children hang their finished, painted penguins in the window. And you realise: nobody else has decorations quite like these. Just choose your width and quantity – and the next craft afternoon can begin.