Maker Spotlight: Fabi Gonzalez
July 18, 2025
Michelle
If you've read even a few Glowforge blogs, you're probably familiar with Fabi Gonzalez (@fabidesignstudio) — the creative force behind some of our favorite projects!
This stay-at-home mom turned small business owner and content creator started her entrepreneurial journey in 2019, and has since become an inspiration in the maker community. Whether she's crafting adorable play items or sharing business efficiency tips, Fabi consistently shows us new ways to use Glowforge while helping other makers maximize their creative potential.
And speaking of helping others succeed — we're thrilled to announce that Fabi will be sharing her business secrets in an exclusive livestream this July 23rd (but more on that later)! In the meantime, let’s take a look at some her most recent projects.
Project Inspiration
Too Cute to Eat: Felt Food Magic
Bring play kitchen dreams to life with this adorable felt sandwich! Using Glowforge to cut precise layers of felt, Fabi created everything from perfectly sliced bread to detailed mushrooms and lettuce. The attention to detail is amazing — she even used fabric pens to add veins to the leaves and details to the mushrooms. It's the perfect addition to any play kitchen.
Entertaining with Style: Custom Charcuterie Boards
Speaking of food (the real kind this time), Fabi proves that personalizing existing items is easier than you might think. Her engraved charcuterie board tutorial showcases how Glowforge's no-math measuring tool makes working with thicker materials a breeze. Whether you're a real estate agent looking for the perfect closing gift or just want to add a personal touch to your entertaining pieces, this project shows how simple customization can be.
Gallery Goals: Creative Photo Displays
Remember our recent Cozy Crafternoon with @sweetredpoppy? Fabi put her own creative spin on those photo frame designs, creating a stunning gallery wall with custom-painted frames. She’s proving again that she’s the queen of taking one design file and inspiring endless creative possibilities! (Just look at these bag charms she made from the same project files!)
Beyond the Basics: More Maker Magic
For the Book Lovers
Fabi's creativity extends well beyond home decor and play items. Take her French Revolution-inspired guillotine bookmark — a conversation starter if we ever saw one! This clever design combines maple plywood and clear acrylic to create something both functional and fantastically macabre. The dangling acrylic blade adds just the right touch of historical accuracy — perfect for those deep dives into revolutionary literature! Check out the whole article to get the design files!
But wait, there's more for our bibliophile friends! Fabi's cherry plywood book caddy thinks of everything a reader needs. Not only does it hold your place while you take a break, but it also includes dedicated spots for your coffee mug and reading glasses. Because let's be honest, the best reading sessions are properly equipped.
Home & Entertaining
Citrus-Fresh Fabric Stamps
Who says fabric design has to be complicated? Fabi showed us how to bring plain pillowcases to life with cheerful lemon prints using Glowforge-cut stamps. The best part? You can create your own stamps using ready-to-use graphics in the Glowforge App or design custom ones with Magic Canvas — no design experience needed!
Game Day Glory
Even sports watching gets more fun with Fabi's creative touch. Her Taylor Swift-themed Football Bingo board cleverly combines sports stats and pop culture moments, while her "Is It Halftime Yet?" cutting board turns snack serving into a conversation starter. These projects show how Glowforge can help you create pieces that are both functional and fun.
From Maker to Entrepreneur
What makes Fabi's story especially inspiring is how she's turned her creative passion into a thriving business. Through her online shop, she offers ready-to-print laser design files that help other makers jumpstart their own creative journeys. But she doesn't stop at selling designs — she's passionate about helping other creators succeed too.
Visit Fabi's websiteJoin the Journey: Learn from Fabi
Ready to take your making to the next level? Join Fabi live on July 23rd as she shares her secrets for scaling a successful Etsy business with Glowforge. In this exclusive livestream, you'll learn:
- How to create custom jigs for batch production
- Tips for designing with precision and repeatability
- Strategies for aligning engravings and avoiding no-go zones
- Time-saving tricks that minimize mistakes
- Real business insights from Fabi's own Etsy journey
Don't miss this chance to learn from someone who's successfully turned their crafting passion into a thriving business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to streamline your existing workflow, Fabi's practical tips and proven strategies will help you work smarter, not harder.
Register for the Livestream