A few months ago, I realized I’m great at dreaming and working – but not always great at saving. I wanted to set aside money for a trip, but somehow it kept disappearing – like socks in the washing machine (you know the feeling, right?).
So I decided to change my approach.
Not with a spreadsheet. Not with a banking app. But with a laser-cut wooden coin bank.
Why does visual saving actually work?
There’s something powerful about seeing your savings grow. Every coin or bill inside the box becomes a small win. It’s satisfying. Motivating. And yes – even a bit fun, especially for kids (and let’s be honest – for many grown-ups too, like me).
As you mark off the amounts engraved on the front, you see your real progress. And that:
makes your goal clear and visible;
keeps it top of mind every day;
gives you that amazing “yes!” moment when you reach it.
A simple but clever box with numbers
The template I used is a wooden coin box with an engraved savings goal on the front. I made one for myself with a goal of 3000.
But in my complete set, you’ll find 10 versions – from 1000 to 10000 – and two styles of engraving:
one with the dollars symbol;
and one with just the number – perfect for any currency.
Start small, then level up as you go!
Think it's hard to make? Not at all!
I cut mine from 3mm plywood using my xTool. But the templates also support 4mm and 1/8 inch materials.
Final size:
150 mm (height) × 200 mm (depth) × 59 mm (width) ≈ 5.9″ × 7.9″ × 2.3″
Assembly took under 10 minutes – and now it proudly sits on my shelf, quietly reminding me of my goal.
Want to personalize your coin bank?
Here are a few easy ways to make it special:
paint it in your favorite color;
write your goal on the front: “For college”, “Vacation fund”, “New tablet”, even “Motorbike” or “Car”;
let your kids decorate it with stickers or markers;
make one panel transparent and add a small LED – it becomes a nightlight too.
It also makes a great gift – for birthdays, New Year’s, weddings, or just for motivation.
Want to try it yourself?
You can download the template instantly.
Includes all 10 savings levels in 6 formats: AI, CDR, DXF, EPS, PDF, SVG.
- Compatible with laser cutters
- Versions with and without the dollars symbol
- Fast and easy to assemble
You’re also welcome to sell the finished, assembled products made using this template – people love gifting and collecting these coin banks!
The only restriction: redistribution or resale of the digital files is not allowed.
Download the coin box template
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