Quirky Mug
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 […]
Hedgehog DIY Bookmark
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 […]
Quick Spring Welcome Sign
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 […]
Fish Valentines to Share
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 […]
December Online Classes
My, how the year has flown by! Let’s finish off the year on a high note with these December online classes! We’ve got a variety of virtual classes to choose from, so read the descriptions below and sign up for any (or all) of them. All December Classes December 7: Get to Know the New […]
Fall Embellished Wood House
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 […]
September 2022 Online Classes
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 […]
Use a Dingbat Font to Customize T-shirts
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 […]
Miniature Island Scene
Don’t you love miniatures? I do! I’ve created this miniature island scene in a cloche dome to take my mind off the summer heat. Follow along with my tutorial below to find out how to make this cute 3D paper craft! Supplies: Silhouette Cameo® or Portrait® Silhouette Studio® Cutting mat — Standard Tack AutoBlade 2mm […]
Patriotic Glitter Vinyl Tumbler
Fourth of July celebrations are right around the corner! I made this patriotic tumbler with glitter adhesive vinyl to add extra pizzazz. Follow the tutorial below to make your own. Supplies: Silhouette Cameo® or Portrait® Silhouette Studio® AutoBlade or other blade Cutting mat Red glitter vinyl Blue glitter vinyl Strong tack transfer tape Hook weeding […]
Floral Shadow Box Display
How about some easy spring décor for your home? Here’s a quick tutorial for this pretty paper floral shadow box display that you can make yourself with a Silhouette machine. Supplies: Silhouette Cameo® or Portrait® Silhouette Studio® – Basic Edition or higher Cutting mat 1mm blade – I use the AutoBlade Spatula tool Scraper tool […]
DIY Paper Poinsettia Gift Embellishments
If you’re looking for some easy but impressive gift embellishments, try these paper poinsettias! All you need is some pretty paper and your Silhouette machine. They come together quickly and add a nice “wow factor” to your gifts! Supply List: Silhouette Cameo® or Portrait® Silhouette Studio® – Basic Edition or higher Red foil cardstock (65 […]