Turn your TwoTrees CNC into a side business with repeatable, personalized products that customers love. Estimated costs, times, and price ranges included.
From Hobby to Profit
A CNC router lets you batch precise, professional products with consistency—perfect for Etsy, local markets, and small B2B orders. With a solid design workflow (CAD → CAM), you can turn designs into income on TTC 450 Pro, TTC 450 Ultra, or TTC 6050.
Estimates below assume common US material pricing and efficient toolpaths. Always validate for your local costs and cycle times.
10 Profitable CNC Router Projects (with Cost/Time/Price)
Each idea includes: materials · target customer · estimated cost · time · selling price · bonus tip
1) Personalized Wooden Signs
Family names, address plaques, inspirational quotes, and logo signs are evergreen sellers. Easy to customize and batch for fast turnaround.
- Materials: Pine, cedar, or birch plywood
- Target customer: Home décor buyers, small businesses, Airbnb hosts
Bonus tip: Offer font/style options and add laser-engraved logos for +$10–$15.
2) Charcuterie & Cutting Boards
Personalized kitchen boards sell year-round and gift well for weddings and holidays. Engrave names, dates, or simple graphics.
- Materials: Bamboo, maple, or walnut blanks
- Target customer: Home cooks, gift buyers, wedding planners
Bonus tip: Bundle with matching coasters or utensils for a $15–$20 upsell.
3) 3D Carved Wall Art
Relief carvings (mountains, maps, geometric art) command premium pricing and stand out at markets and online.
- Materials: Basswood, walnut, or MDF
- Target customer: Home décor enthusiasts, offices, gift buyers
Bonus tip: Offer framed or painted editions for +$50 and “limited series” numbering.
4) Coasters & Drink Trays
Low cost, quick cycles, and easy shipping. Sets of 4–6 with themes (city maps, monograms) sell reliably.
- Materials: Bamboo, cork, or maple
- Target customer: Gift buyers, coffee shops, event planners
Bonus tip: Add a simple holder or branded tag to raise set value.
5) Video Game Console Accessories (Controller & Headset Stands)
Gamer desks crave organization and style. CNC-cut stands for Xbox/PlayStation controllers and headphone holders sell fast online—personalize with gamertags.
- Materials: Birch plywood, walnut, or acrylic sheets
- Target customer: Gamers, streamers, tech enthusiasts
Bonus tip: Bundle controller + headset stand for $85+ and offer color-matched finishes.
6) Phone or Tablet Stands
Functional, giftable, and compact. Slot-together designs ship flat and assemble in seconds.
- Materials: Birch plywood, bamboo, or acrylic
- Target customer: Students, professionals, tech-gift shoppers
Bonus tip: Offer multi-angle and cable-notch variants as a “premium” upgrade.
7) Key Holders or Entryway Organizers
Useful wall décor that solves a real problem—adds hooks, shelf, and personalization in one compact product.
- Materials: Pine or oak board + metal hooks
- Target customer: Homeowners, renters, gift buyers
Bonus tip: Personalize with last names or coordinates to double AOV.
8) Keepsake Boxes
Premium look and feel with engraved lids or inlay—great for weddings, anniversaries, and collectible storage.
- Materials: Walnut, maple, or MDF + felt lining
- Target customer: Wedding planners, gift buyers, boutique stores
Bonus tip: Add interior dividers and soft-close magnets for a premium tier.
9) CNC-Cut Jewelry or Earrings
Lightweight wood or acrylic earrings are fast to batch and easy to style for different audiences.
- Materials: 2–3 mm hardwood or acrylic
- Target customer: Boutique shops, craft-fair audiences, Etsy buyers
Bonus tip: Package on branded backing cards; offer “3 for $25” bundles.
10) Pet Name Signs & Accessories
Pet owners love personalized products—name signs, leash holders, and feeding station tags sell year-round.
- Materials: Pine, MDF, or acrylic; metal hooks optional
- Target customer: Pet owners, breeders, gift buyers
Bonus tip: Create bundles (sign + leash hook + engraved tag) at $70+ to lift margins.
Recommended TwoTrees Machines & Accessories
TTC 450 Pro
Compact and budget-friendly—ideal for small batches and home workshops.
TTC 450 Ultra
Rigid, precise motion—great for hardwoods, cleaner V-carves, and longer runs.
TTC 6050
Larger work area—perfect for trays, wall art, and multi-part nesting for throughput.
Accessories
- 4th-Axis Rotary: Cylindrical work (handles, cups, round signage).
- TC20 Laser Module: Add crisp engraving to CNC-cut parts — View module.
- Dust collection / vacuum bed: Cleaner surfaces, faster batching.
- Starter bit set: 60°/90° V-bits, 1/8″ & 1/4″ downcut, tapered ball for reliefs.
Pricing & Profitability Tips
- Batch similar items: Minimize tool changes and setups; nest parts to maximize sheet yield.
- Standardize sizes: Use common blanks and shipping boxes to simplify fulfillment.
- Charge for personalization: Names, dates, coordinates, and logos are easy upsells.
- Know your costs: Track material, bit wear, finishing supplies, and time to maintain margins.
- Photography converts: Neutral backgrounds, lifestyle shots, and clear scale references.
Where to Sell Your CNC Products
- Online: Etsy, Shopify, Facebook Marketplace, eBay.
- Offline: Craft fairs, farmer’s markets, local boutiques.
- B2B & wholesale: Corporate gifts, restaurants, wedding vendors; offer bulk pricing tiers.
Turn Your Shop into a Business
Pick a machine, choose a project, and start selling:
- TTC 450 Pro — affordable entry to CNC entrepreneurship.
- TTC 450 Ultra — speed, rigidity, and accuracy for batches.
- TTC 6050 — go bigger and nest more per run.
- TC20 Laser Module — add engraving to boost perceived value.
FAQ
How accurate are these estimates?
They’re realistic ballparks for US hobby shops assuming efficient toolpaths and standard blanks. Validate with your own materials, feeds/speeds, and finishing workflow.
Which machine should I start with?
TTC 450 Pro for small items and tight spaces, TTC 450 Ultra for hardwoods and cleaner V-carves, and TTC 6050 when you need more workspace and throughput.
Can I mix CNC routing with laser engraving?
Yes—shape parts on your CNC, then add fine text or graphics with the TC20 Laser Module for premium, gift-ready finishing.
