3D Prints with Shin

Hey folks! Not long ago I shared my first go at laser engraving a denim jacket using my Creality Falcon Pro 10W, with a Foo Fighters–inspired design. The engraving came out beautifully and I treated it with Scotchgard to help protect the fabric before washing. Here’s the update after the first wash: The Scotchgard actually held up well—the engraved detail is still visible. BUT the fabric took a serious hit. The engraved area became fragile, and the upper section tore during the wash. It looks kind of badass in a worn, vintage way… but definitely not ideal for long-term wear. What I’ve learned: 1. Machine washing engraved denim is not recommended—even on a gentle cycle. 2. Air-drying and hand-washing are safer if you want to keep the design intact. 3. Next time I’ll try lighter engraving settings and maybe use a newer, thicker jacket. Still happy I gave it a shot—and I’ll definitely be doing another version in the future! Appreciate all the support and feedback f...

By 3D Prints with Shin When I first started experimenting with laser engraving, I mostly stuck to leather and the odd t-shirt. But I’ve always loved the idea of customizing clothing—especially something with a bit of attitude. So I finally decided to give denim a proper go. This Foo Fighters–inspired back patch is the result—and honestly, I’m blown away by how it turned out. The Inspiration I’ve always been into rock music, so creating a piece that felt personal and band-worthy made sense. I already had a killer logo design featuring skulls, wings, and roses, and thought, “Why not turn it into a back patch?” Gear & Settings Laser Engraver: Creality Falcon Pro 10W Material: Plain denim jacket (no pre-treatment) Software: LightBurn Settings: 3000 mm/min speed, 20% power Design Positioning: Centered across the back panel, no masking or taping—just placed flat and secure Engraving Process I went in without any pretreatment—just laid the jacket down, made sure it was as flat...