I’ve been meaning to write this post for a few weeks, ever since I saw a logo design for a message series at our church. The series is called “Life in Pieces,” with the word “pieces” looking like a puzzle. There’s a bit of separation between the … [Read more...]
How’d they do that? 3d pop up elements
Today, I’m going to show you a design technique for taking an ordinary design and making into one that pops up off the page. I’m not talking about something like a card where it pops up when you open the card. I’m talking about a design that seems to … [Read more...]
First Steps in Print and Cut: #2 — Temporary Tattoos
This the second in my beginner series on Print and Cut Projects. You can find the first project here. I definitely recommend starting there, as it has all the basics about set-up which is critical for a successful print and cut. In today’s lesson, … [Read more...]
3 ways to cut block text as a single piece
I love making Silhouette projects from paper. It’s the primary reason I bought my first machine. One thing I don’t like, however, is having to glue down each letter separately. It’s takes too much time and I am very bad at keeping them straight or … [Read more...]
How’d they do that? Outline words
I love the look of this week’s Free Design of the Week. It’s a phrase where each word is an outline only. Here’s what it looks like: Note: This post contains affiliate links. That means if you click the link and purchase something, I may receive a … [Read more...]
First Steps in Print and Cut: #1 — Simple shape
I’m always surprised by the number of folks who have never heard of a Print and Cut. Put simply, a print and cut design is one that you print on your home printer (or send to a print shop) and then cut out with your Silhouette. NOTE: This post … [Read more...]
Frugal Friday: Quick Phone Case Decoration
I have to admit it -- I've been using a VERY old phone for quite a while. My phone case was beginning to look quite a mess. I think it's a case of "I don't pay attention because I see it every day." But YUCK! I knew I'd be getting a new … [Read more...]
Attention Windows computer users with an older Silhouette machine
If you use one of the earlier machine models with a Windows 10 computer, you may have noticed recently that you can’t get your software to recognize your machine through the USB cord. You get a message such as “Connect a machine,” “Could not … [Read more...]
Can you turn a print and cut design into a regular cut?
You can almost always take a regular cut shape and turn it into a print and cut design. But the opposite is not always true. Some print and cut images from the Silhouette Design Store (←this is an affiliate link, meaning if you click on it and buy … [Read more...]
How’d they do that? Adding spacing between elements
Today’s tutorial is helpful for those of us, me definitely included, who have trouble lining things up perfectly. By creating an intentional spacing gap between different elements, you give yourself some wiggle room. This is helpful for any material, … [Read more...]
Hack for centering your sketching on the front and back of a shape
I love using sketch pens with my Silhouette machines, since my handwriting and drawing abilities are sorely lacking. I was working on a tag last week and wanted to write on both the front and back. That reminded me of a great hack to use for … [Read more...]
Lantern shadow box
I have a SPECTACULAR project to share with you today! This is one of those rare projects that turned out WAY better than I pictured it in my head. It's a lantern shadow box with fairy lights I created for a ladies' craft class recently. NOTE: This … [Read more...]
Silhouette Black Friday Sale 2019
Do you LOVE Black Friday sales? I do, but I'm VERY glad many retailers have them on their websites as well as in stores. I'm definitely over having to go out at 4am for the best bargains. In case you didn’t know, Silhouette turned 10 recently. … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving place cards
We are hosting Thanksgiving this year in our home and I love to decorate for Fall. That includes setting a festive table. I made some quick place cards from standard designs. It's not hard to do, as long as you know a few principles. Once you learn … [Read more...]
Planning and Executing Large Projects: Phase 3 — Sizing, Tweaking and Organizing
This is part 3 of our series on how to do super large projects with your Silhouette. If you haven’t read the first 2 lessons, you’ll want to start here. This time, I’m going to show you how to make your design full size, use Subtract and Subtract All … [Read more...]