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Example Patterns

Six patterns, reviewed. Switch each one between your original drawing and the marked-up version to see the tricky cuts before you reach for the glass.

Simple GridPiece outline overlayMarked-up analysis overlay

Simple Grid

Needs attention

A basic 2x2 grid. The straight seams form hinge lines - the panel could fold along them.

Flower PatternPiece outline overlayMarked-up analysis overlay

Flower Pattern

Good to go

Curved petals with smooth shapes. No acute angles, so nothing here is likely to crack at the table.

Star DesignPiece outline overlayMarked-up analysis overlay

Star Design

Needs attention

Radial pattern with many small pieces meeting at center. Risk of hinge point at center.

Diamond BorderPiece outline overlayMarked-up analysis overlay

Diamond Border

Difficult cuts

Diagonal seams create multiple hinge lines. Some acute angles at diamond corners.

HoneycombPiece outline overlayMarked-up analysis overlay

Honeycomb

Good to go

Hexagonal tessellation. No straight seams run across the panel, so it holds together well.

Crescent MoonPiece outline overlayMarked-up analysis overlay

Crescent Moon

Good to go

Curved design with minimal pieces. Clean cuts, nothing tricky to grind or lead.

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