Creating a Simple Nativity Scene with the Genmitsu 4040 Reno

Written by Jasna

Hi! My name is Jasna, and I am the owner of a small woodworking business called "WoodWonders”. Christmas time always inspires me to create new projects, and just a few days ago, I decided to start something special – a Christmas Nativity scene. My goal was to make it modern and minimalist, while also quick to produce, as I planned to gift it to my loved ones this Christmas.

Minimalist Christmas Nativity Scene - Front View

After brainstorming with my husband Marko, who helps turn all my ideas into digital designs, we began the project. Starting with three simple triangles, we created the shape of a Christmas tree to symbolize a small house. We added a star-shaped cutout at the back – a symbol of the holy night.

Minimalist Christmas Nativity Scene - Side View

The Holy Family (Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus) was designed as a simple contour in a single piece. Initially, the nativity scene didn’t include a base, but we later added one with the inscription "Merry Christmas" in our native language, which enhanced both the appearance and stability of the project. Everything was designed to reflect simplicity and elegance.

Minimalist Christmas Nativity Scene - Back View

To create the project, we used our Genmitsu RENO 4040 CNC machine with a single 3.175 mm single-flute end mill bit. For materials, we used natural wood, and the finish was applied using our homemade mix of wax and olive oil, which provides a natural look and protection.

Minimalist Christmas Nativity Scene - Close-up

Minimalist Christmas Nativity Scene - Detail View

After sharing this project on social media, we received an overwhelming response. People loved the idea and the simplicity of the design. In just a few days, we produced and sold over 40 of these little nativity sets!
I’m excited to share this project (click to download) with the Sainsmart community. I will include the vector file so anyone can customize it to their preferences. A tip for cutting: when working on the Holy Family, I recommend using the Pocket option for the inner section to avoid breaking any delicate parts.

I wish everyone a Merry Christmas!

Jasna & Marko

Minimalist Christmas Nativity Scene - Final Product