Making a Custom Backlit Wood Sign with xTool P2, LEDs, and Router | Tips & Tricks

How do you make a custom backlit sign with a desktop CO2 laser? In this video I walk through the full process (plus challenges) of how I built a 4ft LED backlit wood sign for a local restaurant and lounge using a combination of laser cutting, woodworking, fabrication techniques, and LED lighting. If you’re interested in DIY sign making, custom signage, laser cutting projects, or restaurant décor builds, this project shows how to design and fabricate a large sign even when you have a small desktop laser. Whether you're using the xTool P2 or another desktop laser cutter and engraver, or combining laser cutting with traditional woodworking tools, this video shows a real-world example of fabricating a large custom wood sign for a business space. 🧰 Full Tools & Materials List: https://www.linamakes.com/2026/03/15/... 📚 Beginner Laser Cutting & Engraving Hub: https://www.linamakes.com/laser-cutti... 📧 Free Laser Mini‑Course for Makers: https://www.linamakes.com/laser-cutti... 🛠️ Chapters & Techniques Covered in This Video: 00:00 — Intro 00:25 — The 4ft Sign Problem 00:54 — Designing with xTool Studio 01:15 — The Plan: Working Around a Small Laser Bed 03:16 — Laser Cutting the Letters 03:50 — Painting the Letters 04:35 — The Layout: Aligning the Letters & Risers 05:26 — The Paint Dilemma 06:05 — Installing the LEDs 06:51 — Final Assembly 07:20 — Final Reveal 07:58 — Lessons Learned & Takeaways ✨ Don't forget to hit subscribe for more behind-the-scenes builds, project walkthroughs, tips and tricks. Subscribe HERE:    / @linamakes   Website: https://www.LinaMakes.com TikTok:   / linamakes   #lasercutting #woodworking #co2laser #desktoplaser #diyprojects #backlitsign #LEDsign #customsign #tipsandtricks #xtool #makertools #linamakes #diysign #woodsign #laserprojects