This was tricky. The iridescent film is a layer on top of the leather. Too much heat causes that layer to bubble up. But once I dialed in the settings, it turned out pretty great.

It's almost harder to get a bad spin that is short enough for a social media video.

The collection is growing!

These might be my favorite. Hefty, shiny brass coins with a secret that turns them into tops that spin for minutes!

After Geno is done carving the metal with photons, it's up to me to make it shine. Here's my process.

#laserengraving

My love for the color orange is rooted in this gnarly Japanese Maple that grows outside my window. Every year, it undergoes a stunningly vibrant transition before losing its leaves for the winter. I've enjoyed it since childhood, but this year I recorded it so you can enjoy it too.

#TreesAreCool

I discovered they have a secret use as a flow toy.