In today’s papercraft project, I’ll show you how to create a layered card with hand-painted elements, and then use a PixScan™ mat to cut exactly where you need to! While you can cut this design with colored cardstock, and you can take more time to cut on a regular cutting mat, the way I will […]

One of my favorite things about using a Silhouette machine is being able to customize things for friends and loved ones without breaking the bank. This cute design is from the Silhouette Design Store, applied with color-changing vinyl to a thrift-store mug. Check out the tutorial below! You Will Need: Silhouette Cameo® or Portrait® Silhouette […]

With many kids now on summer vacation, I think it’s time for a DIY bookmark to encourage reading, don’t you? This is a layered paper craft that you can customize with different designs. I’ll take you step-by-step through making this adorable hedgehog bookmark. You will need: ¼ in. or ½ in. wide elastic Cardstock in […]

Sometimes I want to make a cute seasonal project that is fast and inexpensive. Here’s an idea for a quick spring welcome sign that uses vinyl on a dollar-store sign, along with paper or premade wooden accents. I’ve got two variations of this welcome sign – one for general springtime and one for Easter. Both […]

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and I’ve got a print & cut project to make cute homemade fish valentines for your little ones to share! Check out the tutorial below. Supplies: Letter size sticker paper Swedish Fish gummy candies Plastic ziplock bags (3” x 4”) – or use prepackaged Swedish Fish candies Silhouette […]

Do you remember those fuzzy coloring posters you had as a kid? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to create your own from flocked heat transfer material! This is even better than the original posters because the fuzz does not come loose to cover your markers, and you can choose your own design! Supplies: […]

Last year I shared a fairly elaborate paper poinsettia centerpiece. I want to share a holiday papercraft project again this year, but this winter branch is simpler. The artists have their own tutorials you can follow after purchasing the designs, but I only use portions of their projects and will show you my own method […]

In today’s tutorial, we’re going to do a little designing in Silhouette Studio® to create these customized window cards. These have sketched elements and Print & Cut elements, as well. I’ll walk you through each step so you can make cute sloth Christmas cards like mine, or you can change the elements to suit your […]

Fall is one of my favorite crafting seasons! For this project, I decided to add some pretty paper leaves to a painted wooden bird house. Do you want to make one for yourself? Follow along with the tutorial below. Supply List: Silhouette Cameo® or Portrait® Cutting mat and blade for your machine Silhouette Studio® Wooden […]

Check out our two online classes this month in October! Find the details and registration links below. All Classes ·        October 12: Make your First Cut with the Silhouette Portrait 3 or Cameo 4 ·        October 19: Designing in Silhouette Studio® (Premium)   October 12: Make your First Cut with the Silhouette Portrait 3 or […]

We’ve got three great classes in September to help you learn more Silhouette skills! Check out the online class offerings and register below. All Classes September 7: Make your First Cut with Silhouette September 14: Learn All About Fonts and Text in Silhouette Studio (Premium) September 28: Learn Silhouette Cardmaking September 7: Make your First […]

As school approaches for my kids, I like to buy a few inexpensive T-shirts and customize them with heat transfer material. To get my son involved in the design process, I let him choose from a range of designs found in a themed dingbat font. He’s happy. Mom’s happy. It’s all good. Read on to […]