Resources for Making Cool Files

• MakerCase creates 2D files for boxes and is very customizable. You can add tabs, lids, dividers, change the dimensions, and it will do all of the hard work for you. 
• Slicer for Fusion 360 creates 2D slices out of 3D models. We recommend this tutorial by Product Design Online. Note: as of August 2020, Slicer for Fusion 360 is no longer supported by Autodesk. It is still available for download.
• Snazzy Maps creates stylized maps from Google Maps Data. Search "laser" or "epilog" to find pre-made, black-and-white styles that are good for laser cutting and engraving. 
• Map Style is Google's simpler version of Snazzy Maps. 

Resources for Finding Cool Files

• Omtech has a variety of completely free files, ranging from ornaments to jewelry to games. 
• Instructables has instructions (surprise!) for many different projects. Try searching "laser cutting" for inspiration, tips, and tutorials (often with free files). 
• Thingiverse is known for its 3D files, but it does have a limited selection of laser cutting files.
• Etsy sells lots of files for laser cutting. If you know what you're after, want something hands-off, and don't mind spending a couple dollars, Etsy could be a great place to find files.