Wooden tennis player 1 – plywood silhouette for crafting

The end-of-season party at the tennis club is coming up, and the tables are set. But one small detail is still missing to show the theme. This wooden tennis player is made for exactly that. It is a laser-cut silhouette with a tennis racket. You can paint it, stick things on it or simply stand it up unpainted. That way, your tennis decorations get a common thread in just a few minutes.

What changes for you

• You design your table decorations, gift tags or club party exactly the way you want – because the plywood is untreated. You can paint it, stick things on it, coat it or oil it.
• You'll find the right size for every purpose, from a small tag to a large wall decoration – thanks to a height you can choose freely from 5 to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• You can start crafting straight away without sanding – the laser-cut edges are smooth and clean.
• You can kit out larger projects such as tournaments or craft sessions with children without stress – because the cutout comes singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100.

Why this wooden cutout makes a difference every day

Ready-made decorations rarely suit your occasion exactly. With a blank wooden shape, you decide on the colour, lettering and use yourself. It works for anything from a place card at the club dinner to a small gift for a tennis fan. The result looks personal and well thought out. And it doesn't take up much of your time.

Material & finish

The silhouette is made of 3 mm plywood and is laser-cut. That is why it has the typical brown edge, which gives the motif a fine outline. The edges are smooth and the finish is clean. So the piece sits well in your hand, and you can work on it straight away. The wood is untreated, neither varnished nor glazed. Paints, glues and oils adhere well. As a natural material, every piece shows its own grain, different shades and sometimes small knots. That is not a flaw. It is exactly what makes each cutout unique. The tennis player 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: tennis player with tennis racket
• Height: 5 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges, characteristic brown laser edge
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the tennis player

• At the club party: a painted silhouette at every place – and the theme of the evening is on the table before the first guests sit down.
• As a gift tag: write a name on it and attach it to a birthday present for a tennis fan – and a parcel becomes a personal greeting.
• Crafting with children: the little ones paint their own figure for the tournament table – and every child takes home a keepsake they designed themselves.
• For clubs, tennis schools and tournament hosts: with sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100, you can decorate the prize-giving, buffet or notice board in one consistent style – without sourcing every piece separately.

Good to know about the tennis motif

The name “tennis” probably comes from the French call “tenez”. Players used it to announce the serve in the historic game of jeu de paume. So the sport has a long tradition. That is exactly why the player silhouette suits anything that celebrates this tradition: club anniversaries, tournaments or a thank-you to the coach.

Care & durability

There isn't much you need to do. Keep the untreated cutout dry and away from constant moisture. Then it will keep its natural look for a long time. If you paint or oil it, you protect the surface even more. And you can design the figure in any colour.

Options & what's included

• Height of your choice: 5 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 state, without paint or accessories

Frequently asked questions

Is the wood treated? No, the plywood is left natural – neither varnished nor stained. You can paint, decorate, coat or oil it straight away.

Why does the silhouette have a brown edge? The cutout is laser-cut. The brown edge forms naturally in the process and is part of its typical look.

Do all the figures look the same? The shape is identical, but wood is a natural material. Shade, grain and small knots vary – every piece is unique.

Do I need to sand the edges? No. Thanks to the laser cut, the edges are smooth and clean, so you can get started right away.

The wooden cutout is only the start. What counts is the moment your guests spot the little tennis players on the table. They realise straight away: someone has put thought into this. Just choose your height and quantity – and start creating.