Wooden shovel cutout in plywood, 3–50 cm, for crafts

The table for the topping-out ceremony is laid. The money gifts for the new house still need an idea. And you're missing that one small detail to finish it all off. This wooden shovel cutout in plywood is made for moments like these. It's a clear silhouette in the size you want, untreated and ready for you to decorate. Paint it, stick things on it or write on it. That's how a plain wooden cutout becomes your own decoration.

What changes for you

• You get exactly the size your project needs. The shovel is available from 3 cm to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• You can start decorating straight away, with no sanding needed. That is thanks to the smooth, laser-cut edges.
• Your paints, varnishes and glues hold well. The wood is untreated, with no varnish or glaze.
• Planning bigger craft sessions or decoration series is easy. With sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces, you don't have to reorder one by one.
• You're holding a neatly made piece from our own production. Every shovel is made by Bütic in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Why this wooden cutout makes a difference every day

Ready-made decorations often look the same everywhere. A blank you decorate yourself shows your own style. With the shovel silhouette, you can show themes like gardening, house building or tools. Use it on a gift, on the party table or in a shop window. Because you choose the size freely, the shape fits your decoration exactly without overpowering it.

Material & finish

The shovel is laser-cut from 3 mm plywood. This gives it the typical brown edge, which outlines the shape with a fine contour. The edges are smooth, so you can pick up the cutout and work with it straight away. The wood is a purely natural material. Shade and grain vary, and small knots may occur. This makes every piece unique and is not a defect. Because the surface is untreated, it takes paint, oil and glue well.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated (not varnished or glazed)
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: shovel silhouette
• Height: 3 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a height of 10 cm, the width is 2.5 cm
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges, characteristic brown laser edge
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the wooden shovel

• For a money gift for a new house or a garden party: stick the little shovel on the envelope. The occasion is clear at first glance.
• At the craft table with children: each child paints their own shovel. At the end, they proudly take home a keepsake they made themselves.
• In spring and garden decorations: combine several sizes on a windowsill or sideboard. This creates a matching arrangement with little effort.
• In a shop, café or at the weekly market: use it as a label on a shelf or counter to draw attention to seasonal goods. Quick to put up, quick to swap.
• For clubs, nurseries and craft groups: with the set of 50 or 100, you have enough identical blanks for the whole group. No cutting, no preparation.

Good to know about the shovel

The ceremonial ground-breaking is still one of the best-known rituals at the start of a building project. The shovel stands for a fresh start and getting things done. That's why the shape suits a topping-out ceremony, a housewarming, money gifts for house and garden or decorations on a gardening theme.

Care & durability

There isn't much you need to do. As the wood is untreated, it's best to store the cutout somewhere dry and keep it away from constant moisture. If you want to display it outdoors or for a long time, simply protect the surface yourself with paint, varnish or oil. That way your shape will stay looking good for a long time.

Options & what's included

• Height of your choice: 3 cm to 50 cm in 1 cm steps
• Available singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• Contents: wooden shovel(s) in the chosen size and quantity – untreated, without decoration

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint the shovel or stick things on it? Yes. The plywood is untreated and in its natural state. You can paint it, oil it, stick things on it or decorate it however you like.

Why does the cutout have a brown edge? The shovel is laser-cut. The brown edge is created during cutting and is typical of this process. It also gives smooth edges.

Are colour differences in the wood normal? Yes. Wood is a natural material. Shade and grain vary, and small knots may occur. This makes every piece unique.

How wide is the shovel at the height I choose? The proportions stay the same. At a height of 10 cm, the width is 2.5 cm. From this, you can work out the width for any other height.

Where is the cutout made? In our own production in Pößneck, Thuringia – with neat workmanship.

Picture your hand-decorated shape hanging on the gift. The recipient sees straight away that someone has put thought into it. Just choose your height and quantity – and get started.