My daughter’s first birthday is coming up. So I decided I would make her a present.

Recently she started playing with a wooden puzzle we got her. It looked easy enough to make my own version of it. On to Instructables to find me some guidance.

There I find a nice wooden puzzle with her name, but it is laser cut. Luckily there is a FabLab near where I work, where you can do laser-cutting and other stuff.

I did make some changes to the original:

  • changed the name (of course),
  • used plywood instead of mdf,
  • I just cut out the letters without spacing.

With the plywood the puzzle has a much nicer look. But if you are painting it, it does not matter.

I will be adding a spacing around the letters, if I make this again. The fit is only just enough. It is too difficult for my daughter to place the letters.

I have not applied any finishing to the puzzle as I am still looking for a finish that is baby proof.