I recently found myself huddled around a fireplace during a surprise visit from a bomb cyclone that led to a two-day power outage at our house. It was 55 degrees inside, and my family and I spent two chilly days playing card games and crafting together (with no power, we were reduced to crochet and drawing) while wrapped in blankets.
In the middle of the cold and dark of Day 2, my son and I ventured out for groceries. We rounded the corner to the produce aisle to see some shivering folks who came in to warm up. By their appearance, I’m guessing they did not have homes to go home to at all. Our eyes went wide and we looked at each other. We talked about it later, and it was just that moment when our perspective on our cold and dark home went from “sad for what we lack” to “grateful for what we had.”
Gratitude comes in many forms, and the team has been hard at work for some ways to express yours to those who mean the most to you.
Find the perfect fit with Smartfit
First up, let me introduce Smartfit, our latest premium tool in the Glowforge app. Smartfit is like a Tetris master for your material—it cleverly arranges your design components to fit them into the smallest area possible. This means you save time and materials, giving you more to work with for all those holiday projects.
12 Days of Craftmas
We just wrapped up the 12 Days of Craftmas, a series where some of our favorite crafters share their tips and project ideas. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or practical guidance, there’s a wealth of creativity waiting for you. Catch up with all the ideas (and get the designs for yourself!) here.
Oversized Proofgrade Sale
Got big plans? Perfect, because all our oversized Proofgrade materials are on sale for 50% off! This is your chance to create grand decorations while squeezing every last ounce of value out of your materials.
Holiday Gift Guide
Finally, keep your eyes peeled for our Holiday Gift Guide. This guide is packed with ideas to help you create heartfelt gifts, bringing a touch of Glowforge magic to everything from personalized decorations to unique presents.
I hope these updates provide more ease to your creativity and generosity this season.
I can’t wait to see what you’ll make.
–dan