Every once in a while (when time permits), I really enjoy building complex three-dimensional pieces out of just paper and glue, like this Easter egg decor that doubles as a candy dish. But I’ve found that the key to constructing beautiful papercrafts is choosing high-quality and sturdy cardstock as your foundation, like the Curious Metallic […]
Silhouette Projects
St. Patrick’s Day Washi Tape Banner
Do you have tons of those brightly colored rolls of washi tape lying around just waiting for a project? (I know I do!) Here’s a way to use up some of that stash by creating pretty plaid panels for a fun and easy St. Patrick’s Day banner. Start by trimming Classic Crest Solar White Cardstock (110 […]
Cover Your CAMEO With Fabric Ink and Handpainted Details
Still have that CAMEO 3 sitting in a box? It’s time to break it out and use it! I have a great beginner project over on the Silhouette blog today that will get you comfortable with two different materials – fabric ink and heat transfer material. Head on over and check out how I added handpainted […]
Valentine’s Day Mailboxes
With just a week left before Valentine’s Day, do you need a quick and easy mailbox for your little one’s class party? Head on over to the Silhouette blog for tips on tracking down the directions to assemble 3D projects like these cute animal boxes (design #73128 and #170248) from the Design Store. And get a closer […]
Customize a Jewelry Box with the Silhouette Curio
Today, over on the Silhouette blog, I’m sharing a tutorial for creating a custom jewelry box with your Silhouette Curio. On the outside, I applied a pretty floral vinyl monogram with my niece’s initial… …And on the inside I created an etched metal panel with a beautiful quote for her to see when she looks […]
Saturday Freebie – Paisley Layered Background
Happy Saturday y’all! Today I’m sharing that free cut file I promised earlier in the week…I usually like to share them on a Friday because freebies are a fun way to start the weekend, but life got in the way so I’m sorry it’s a day late! Ever since the layered background trend began a […]
Print & Cut Watercolor Christmas Gift Tags
Merry Christmas Eve friends! I plan on taking a blog break next week, but I wanted to stop in one last time this year to wish you all a very happy holiday and leave a little present for you (my thanks for sticking with me through “Gift Tag Week” and all of 2016!). For gift […]
Metal Etched Gift Tags with the Silhouette Curio
I have been desperate to try out metal etching since I first got my Silhouette Curio and just never found the time. Yesterday, I finally sat down with a pack of metal etching sheets and spent the entire day creating some some gorgeous panels for three different projects. These shiny Christmas gift tags were my […]