A laser cutter is an effective way of, well, cutting things out. Intricate designs that are too tricky or time-consuming for the scalpel or scissors can be effectively and accurately cut from a laser cutter. The laser reads a document with artwork and shapes on, and produces that work on card, or whatever material you want it on (within reason). This is a huge plus of a laser cutter. You save time and it's pretty accurate.
But you don't save money, as they can be pretty pricey. They can also be very fiddly, and you need to be careful what you design digitally is going to work out well on the cutter. You also need to be careful with health and safety around a laser cutter, and take safety precautions.
Unfortunately, I was away when the cutter was brought out and the class had a go at it, but I did get to see what was produced. Though it's quick and easy, I prefer the traditional old mat and scalpel, so I'll be creating my own pop-up book that way.
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