Bowtie

Safety First: Ensure workspace is free of fire, electrical and other safety hazards. Be aware of all safety issues when cutting materials with a laser. Always have a fire extinguisher on hand
Power on the laser and all of its components.
Ensure that:
- The laser is powered and the boot up cycle begins on the screen.
- The cooling system is connected properly and water is flowing through the tube.
- The air compressor is powered and exhausting air to the laser head.
- The exhaust system is on and vented into a safe location.
Connect to RetinaEngrave 3.0 software using your machine’s touch screen to copy the software IP address into your favorite browser. The Wired IP address is displayed at the bottom of your touch screen.
Import your design and adjust power and speed settings. Double check settings including the number of passes and cut order.
Insert material into the laser bed. Use the focus tool to adjust to the top of the material. Focusing should be done each time a new material is introduced.
Use the “Perimeter” function to ensure that the file will fit within the cutting area. Adjust accordingly.
Run the job file. Do not leave a job running unattended.

First you will want to start with your cut leather or fabric piece.

Then take one "arm" of the cut and fold it in like so.

After you will want to follow it with the other larger "arm" ontop.

Now while holding in place at the base, twist the arm 45 degrees. There is a cut line to make this easier.

The bow is now taking shape! As you curl in the edges wrap the arm around the front to the back.

Finally glue the end of the arm to the back. Depending on what type of neck fastener you purchase this step is a good point to think about how it will all TIE in for your final product.

There you go! you can have a leather or cloth bowtie!

Or you can make a simple wood Bowtie and be the envy of all your hipster friends!

Even your bestfriend could use a little style added to his collar!

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