Beyond The Beam

11/03/2025

So are you in the insane craziness of holiday crafting! Did you start a little late this year? Ummm, well it isn't just you. We did too. Well, we are working with Elephant Memories to create a few fun projects and will be sharing some packaging tips to help your product look more professional that will help boost sales. Here is a sneak peek at just one of the video tutorial projects coming in November.

10/26/2025

Ever wanted to make your laser project glow! Elephant Memories has just posted a great video on how to do just that. Not only is a wonderful step by step guide, but if you signed up for our newsletter, you will have access to our free file library, and the layered pumpkin design that was featured in the video, has now been added. So be sure to watch the video and help support local creators on YouTube, then grab the design and give it a try.

There’s something truly magical about glow-in-the-dark designs, and in this video, we’ll show you how to bring that magic to your laser projects. By adding a...

10/15/2025

The holidays are still months away, but did you know that now is the crazy busy season for crafters! We have a sleuth of new designs that we are working on. We are going to the Amherst German Christmas Market in Amherst, New Hampshire this year and we are sooo excited!

Amherst German Christmas Market

10/12/2025

A new force awakens in the maker galaxy. The Ortur R2 has landed on our workbench, and we’re ready to see what it’s capable of. Stay tuned — the future of creativity is unfolding one beam at a time.

As of the making of this video we are not affiliates but just testers. Check out the description in the video for more information.
Ortur

A new force awakens in the maker galaxy. The Ortur R2 has landed on our workbench, and we’re ready to see what it’s capable of. Stay tuned — the future of cr...

09/17/2025

We are currently working on some product reviews which will include machines, tools, supplies and materials. Full disclosure; some of these have been give to us to test and other we will be purchasing or demonstrating using our favorite and unsponsored products. Either way, we will be giving you our full and honest opinions. We hope this will help you find the right fit for you, your studio and your budget.

Our newest series will include first time laser user, unboxing, setting up and using lasers in their studio. Both Dawn and I are also getting in on the action. Even though we have used lasers, neither one of us have used diode lasers. So, we will be putting them to the test.

Got something you might want tested or looking for recommendations? Drop it in the comments below.

08/23/2025

Hi all we are wondering what kind of files you are the most interested in. Are you looking for images, simple builds, complex builds, techniques etc. What is at the top of your list.

08/19/2025

Black dragon turns Red like Magic!

This dragon doesn’t breathe fire—it shifts colors. Using a laser engraver and a special pigment powder, we created a design that flips from red to black depe...

08/10/2025

Who loves making boxes, I do I do ! Yea I really love a little box something to hold treasures and secrets. But I don’t like boring boxes nope I want to turn them into little works of art all on their own. Just a little sneak peak for ideas we have for the future issues of Beyond the Beam magazine. Will this be in an issue, who knows…

lasers makers jump start

08/05/2025

We thought it might be fun to play with pigment powders this month. We just love to incredible effect we can get with them. Check out this ultrashift pigment from Eye Candy Pigments (Torii). It goes from a pink to purple to blue to magenta. Adds amazing depths.

WeCreat Eye Candy Pigments Western Avenue Studios & Lofts

A new level of engraving artistry—this shimmering dragon design uses a surprisingly easy method.You asked so here we go! Coming soon is the first interactiv...

08/03/2025

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Pvs658P9_JQ The aliens are here! Learn how to add fun elements to your laser engravings at Beyond the Beam. Sign up for our free newsletter on our website (www.beyondthebeam.net) and you get access to our free design library which includes this UFO cow design.

Cow... abducted? This video showcases a brilliant laser engraving technique using glow-in-the-dark pigment for an intergalactic vibe. We are Beyond the Beam...

08/01/2025

Have you tried pigment powder on your laser engravings yet! Here is a sneak peak at a full tutorial that our partner Elephant Memories will be showing us how to do on YouTube. Stay tuned to learn this exciting new technique!

WeCreat Eye Candy Pigments Western Avenue Studios & Lofts

Learn how to elevate your laser engraved dragon with colorshift pigments that shift between shades. Eye-catching and easy to apply!We are Beyond the Beam. W...

07/29/2025

Another plain box turned into something special. I call it a fidget box , you can turn the gears and just enjoy the movement while hiding treasures inside.