More infomation on our wood types
Sustainably Sourced Materials
We care about the environment and only purchase MDF and plywood from responsible suppliers. All of our wooden shapes are made from materials sourced from FSC® & PEFC certified suppliers, with a robust Chain of Custody management in place ensuring these certifications are maintained throughout the supply chain. We also have our own in-house polices to mange waste, recycling, storage and movement. This means you can craft with confidence, knowing your shapes are ethically and sustainably produced.
4mm Plywood
We currently use poplar plywood for our shapes. This is a high-quality, unfinished plywood that is ideal for wooden craft projects. Poplar is a pale, lightweight, low-density hardwood with a natural appearance, making it perfect for:
- Clear finishes or waxes
- Painting
- Pyrography (wood burning)
- Or simply left natural
Natural wood can often vary quite a bit in the smoothness, grain pattern and fibre size. It may also contain some small imperfections like knots and flecks. We try to limit this as much as possible but on some occasions it may not be possible. We would recommend, for a lovely smooth finish, some additional preparation by lightly sanding the wood in the same direction as the grain with some fine (240 grit) abrasive paper. A dust off with a dry brush will also help remove any loose fibres.
Our laser cutting process leaves a light brown edge and may occasionally cause small scorch marks on the surface. These are easily sanded away or can be painted over.
3mm MDF
This is one of the most popular choices for crafters. MDF is a man-made fibre board with no knots or grain, providing a smooth, even surface that requires very little preparation to achieve a clean finish (usually just light sanding between coats). It is strong, versatile, and excellent value for money.
As with our plywood, the laser cutting process leaves a light brown edge and may occasionally leave small scorch marks. These can be painted over or removed with sandpaper.
2mm MDF
The thinnest option in our range, 2mm MDF is lightweight and ideal for projects where minimal thickness is important. It offers excellent value for money and has the same smooth finish as 3mm MDF, though it is usually a little darker in colour.
Laser cutting may leave a brown edge and occasional small scorch marks, which can be sanded or painted over easily.
More information about the hole options and sizes
Quantity and discount information
We offer our wooden shapes in a wide range of pack sizes, with built-in discounts — meaning the larger the pack, the better the value. For example, a pack of 25 works out cheaper per piece than a pack of 5.
Not every size is available in every quantity, but as a general guide:
- 2cm shapes – 25, 50, 75, 100, 250, 500, 1000
- 4cm shapes – 10, 25, 50, 75, 100, 250, 500, 1000
- 6cm shapes – 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 100, 250, 500, 1000
- 8cm shapes – 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 100, 250, 500, 1000
- 10cm shapes – 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 100, 250, 500, 1000
- 12cm shapes – 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 100, 250, 500, 1000
- 15cm shapes – 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 100, 250, 500, 1000
- 20cm shapes – 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 100, 250, 500
- 25cm shapes – 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 100, 250
- 30cm shapes – 1, 3, 5, 10, 25, 50, 75, 100
- 40cm shapes – 1, 3, 5, 10, 25, 50
Ordering Custom Quantities
If the exact quantity you need isn’t listed, you can combine different packs to reach your desired total.
Example: If you need 30 shapes, order a pack of 25 plus a pack of 5.
Please feel free to contact us if you need any help
This gives you flexibility while still taking advantage of bulk savings.
How We Size Our Wooden Craft Shapes
Our wooden craft shapes are available in a variety of sizes, which you can select from the drop-down menu labelled Size.
We measure each shape using its largest dimension (either height or width), so you can easily understand the overall scale of the design.
If the shape is taller than it is wide, the Height (H) will be the largest size.
- Example: A giraffe listed as 8 cm will measure 8 cm high (H) and approximately 4.1 cm wide (W).
- If the shape is wider than it is tall, the width (W) will be the largest size.
Example: A tank listed as 8 cm will measure 8 cm wide (W) and approximately 2.2 cm high (H).
This way, the main measurement shown always reflects the largest part of the shape.
Postage Info
We are currently offering free delivery on orders over £25
- Standard postage is just £2.95 (below £25.00)
- Express postage options available starting at £3.95
Includes all standard items from our website. Some bespoke items, special orders and over-sized shapes may incur an extra charge.