By Jan 15, 2024

Get to Know the ES Mat

Are you curious about the ES Mat? This is new and innovative technology released with the 2023 Silhouette cutting machines! The ES Mat (Electrostatic Mat) holds materials in place by generating a static electricity field beneath the material’s surface. No sticky cutting mat necessary! This post focuses on the ES Mat for the Cameo 5. However, […]

By Sep 26, 2023

Introduction to Silhouette CURIO2

The CURIO2 is the first-of-its-kind precision cutting machine with a flatbed designed for expanded possibilities for creators. The CURIO2 provides a 12 in. x 12 in. flatbed workspace area with 20mm of vertical clearance. It is equipped with an Electrostatic Bed and power tool options. This allows the Curio to load and use more materials […]

By Sep 01, 2023

Layered Card with PixScan

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 […]

By Jul 20, 2023

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 […]

By Jun 19, 2023

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 […]

By Mar 24, 2023

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 […]

By Feb 08, 2023

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 […]

By Jan 23, 2023

Make Your Own Fuzzy Coloring Poster

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: […]

By Jan 09, 2023

January Online Classes

Welcome to the new year! We’ve got three Zoom classes for you this month. Whether you’re new to the Silhouette Family, or are ready to expand your skills beyond the basics, we’ve got a variety of classes for you! All January Classes January 11: Making your First Cut with Silhouette January 18: No Sew Felt […]

By Dec 06, 2022

Winter Branch Décor

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 […]

By Nov 29, 2022

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 […]

By Nov 21, 2022

Make Customized Window Cards

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 […]