The One Canvas Engraving Mistake You're Making

After 20,000 views on my original video, I’m answering your most-asked canvas engraving questions, in this clean, edited version with only the good stuff. No fluff, just useful info. In this video, I cover everything you need to know about laser engraving photos on painted canvas, from canvas types and paint layers to settings, prep tips, and even how to reuse canvases when things go wrong. This is the streamlined version of the livestream Q&A, without the mic issues, long pauses, or filler. Whether you're just starting out or you've already done a few canvas engravings, this video will help you get better results, avoid common mistakes, and enjoy the process. Plus, you’ll hear a few fun moments with Mrs. Builds along the way! This is the link to the original livestream, raw and unedited and the volume was getting out of control a bit at times (too low/too high) https://youtube.com/live/-56yobgm-tw #xtools1 #laserengraving #diodelaser #woodshop #woodworking #laserengraving #DIY #DiodeLaser #LaserEngravingTips #DiodeLaserProjects #LaserDIY #LaserCrafts #MakerMilestone #1k MORE LASER ENGRAVING HERE 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOc0ls6VzQ6ygWNgacHZbUYLER0Qk2K9h -------------------- PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THE VIDEO 🛒 🛒 My xTool Affiliate Link: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=xlrxcjfb&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=goaffpro&utm_term=5306 ⚡xTool S1 40W: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=xlrxcjfb&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=goaffpro&utm_term=5306 🚨 My Amazon Store (Affiliate Links): https://amzn.to/3YBoZ0M ✅xTool S1 40W: https://amzn.to/4ifG8VG -------------------- THE IMAGES I USE FOR MY ENGRAVINGS📸: 🚨 CREATIVE FABRICA (Affiliate Links) 🖼️Check out Creative Fabrica: https://tinyurl.com/45pd7ern 🖼️The Microphone: https://tinyurl.com/2zfvuxkd 🖼️The Other Mic: https://tinyurl.com/4bpcvkmn 🖼️Our Lord and savior: https://tinyurl.com/79hmcxmh 🖼️The Bike: https://tinyurl.com/bnd3h8ae 🖼️The Panther: https://tinyurl.com/72az2kc6 🖼️The Elephant Family: https://tinyurl.com/bdfxcwpa 🖼️The Kitty: https://tinyurl.com/y56a8mp7 🖼️The Tiger https://tinyurl.com/4wmb7p83 🖼️The Horse https://tinyurl.com/ydpxauw2 🖼️Picture Stands: 3mm: https://tinyurl.com/4xetra8h 5mm: https://tinyurl.com/5n7u323x -------------------- LETS BE FRIENDS! ❤️ Subscribe :: https://www.youtube.com/@severnabuilds?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram :: https://www.instagram.com/severnabuilds/ Facebook :: https://www.facebook.com/severnabuilds SUPPORT: 🥇 You can support me by joining me here on Youtube, click the join button above and pick the tier that works best for you! OR follow this link 🙏 : https://www.youtube.com/@severnabuilds/join 🥇 You can also find me in Patreon,. Check out my first post there!: https://www.patreon.com/posts/why-im-here-and-126964800 🥇 You can buy me coffee here 🥰 https://buymeacoffee.com/severnabuilds 👉 WHAT'S IN THE VIDEO: 00:00 THE COUNTDOWN 00:06 INTRO 01:26 WE ARE LIVE! 04:24 The 20k Video 04:54 HOW DID YOU GET INTO ENGRAVING 08:30 DO YOU NEED A SPECIAL CANVAS? 10:16 WHAT IF I MESS UP 11:08 REUSE CANVAS 14:23 CAN THIS WORK ON OTHER MATERIALS 17:49 CAN A 5 WATT LASER DO THIS? 19:53 IS IT HARD ON THE LASER 22:33 DO YOU RECOMMEND XTOOL 28:08 WHAT KIND OF PAINT 29:48 HOW MANY LAYERS 31:34 HOW LONG TO WAIT FOR PAINT TO DRY 32:40 WHAT'S MY TECHNIIQUE 34:19 HOW DO YOU DECIDE FOR A COLOR 36:00 WHERE DO I GET MY PICS 38:57 WHAT PICTURES WORK BEST 40:20 CAN I USE A PIC FROM MY PHONE 40:58 DO I NEED SOFTWARE? 43:18 DO I NEED TO EDIT MY PHOTO? 43:43 MY SETTINGS 46:57 IS IT HARD TO GET GOOD RESULTS? 47:32 HOW DO YOU MARKET THE CANVAS? 50:09 TIPS 52:29 THANK YOU FOR BEING HERE 54:03 SO LONG! THE FINE PRINT! 🔎 Some of the links above are affiliate links, which means if you click and make a purchase, I earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate or Creative Fabrica Affiliate Program, I earn from qualifying purchases, and every little bit helps keep this channel running and the videos coming. So, if you do use the links—thank you! You’re basically fueling my caffeine addiction and my passion for making more great content! Also, some products might not be available in your area. If that happens, I do the research, read the reviews and find the best comparable product, with the highest reviews and purchase counts and update the links for you.