Penguin V1 wood – plywood silhouette to craft & paint

Advent is just around the corner, the craft supplies are ready – and you're still missing a motif that delights children and grown-ups alike. Wooden penguins like this laser-cut cutout are made for exactly that: a clean silhouette in untreated plywood that you can paint, decorate or simply leave natural in your winter display. An afternoon at the kitchen table quickly turns into a little project you share together.

What changes for you

• You can get started straight away, with no sanding or preparation – because the wooden penguin is laser-cut and has smooth edges.
• Your decorations become as individual as you are – because the untreated wood takes paint, varnish, oil and glue with ease.
• You'll find the right size for every project – from 3 cm as table scatter to 50 cm as a large single figure, available in 1 cm steps.
• Craft with groups, school classes or for your business without the hassle of reordering – thanks to sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces.
• You're holding a piece of honest natural material – made in Bütic's own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Why this wooden penguin makes a difference every day

A wooden penguin has the clear silhouette and smooth plywood surface that shop-bought decorations often lack. On an Advent arrangement, on a greeting card or as table scatter between the plates – the clear shape looks lovingly made without being intrusive. And because you decide how the penguin looks in the end, your winter decorations show your own hand.

Material & finish

The penguin is laser-cut from 3 mm plywood, which gives it the typical brown edge – it frames the silhouette and gives the figure definition even when unpainted. The edges are smooth, so you can pick up the figure and work with it right away. The wood is untreated, neither varnished nor glazed: this means paint, decoupage or oil adhere reliably. As a purely natural material, every piece shows its own grain, varying shades and occasionally small knots – not a flaw, but exactly what makes every wooden penguin figure one of a kind.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated (not varnished or glazed)
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: Penguin V1
• Height: 3 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a height of 10 cm, the width is 6.5 cm
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges, characteristic brown laser edge
• Clean, quality workmanship, made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use your wooden penguin

• Crafting with children: every child paints their own penguin – and in the end a whole colourful colony stands on the windowsill.
• For winter table decorations: glue the flat penguins onto wood slices or wreaths – and your Advent arrangement gets a motif that makes guests smile.
• On greetings cards: stick on a small penguin, add a few words – and a simple card becomes a personal winter greeting.
• As table scatter: spread the small sizes between candles and plates – and your table looks wintry in just a few moments.
• In your shop, café or at the market: with sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces, you can decorate your counter and shop window in a consistent look – quick to set up and in a size to suit every space.

Good to know about the penguin

Although penguins live almost exclusively in the Southern Hemisphere, they have long been a firm favourite in winter and Christmas decorations here – their tailcoat-like plumage and waddling walk make them truly endearing. That's exactly why the penguin silhouette suits Advent arrangements and winter tables just as well as children's birthday parties with an ice and snow theme.

Care & durability

There's not much you need to do: the untreated wood stays looking good for a long time if you store it dry and protect it from constant moisture. If you'd like a more durable surface, simply paint, varnish or oil the penguin – so you can enjoy your decorations for many winters to come.

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
• The wooden cutout is supplied in its natural form, untreated

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint or decorate the penguin? Yes. The wood is untreated and takes acrylic paint, varnish, oil and glue well – you can get started straight away.

Why does the cutout have a brown edge? The penguin is laser-cut, which creates the typical dark edge. It's part of the cutting process and gives the figure extra definition.

Do all the penguins look the same? The shape is identical, the wood isn't: as a natural material, every piece shows its own grain, varying shades and sometimes small knots – each one unique.

How wide is the penguin? The width depends on the height you choose. For reference: at a height of 10 cm, the penguin is 6.5 cm wide.

In the end, it's not about a wooden cutout. It's about the moment when your hand-painted penguins are standing on the Advent wreath and your guests ask where you got them. Simply choose your size – individually or as a set.