Then get to cutting!
This is my favorite part of pretty much any Silhouette project. It’s like magic! And then when you flip it over, Voila!
Double-sided! I was so happy these worked out they way I had pictured them in my mind. (Especially since I was making them two days before I had to leave for the conference!)
I decided to give the edges a little metallic gold touch with some spray paint.
I did that by stacking them up, pressing down on the top so they were all smooshed together, and spraying around the outside. My smooshing hand was pretty much completely gold, so this is not really a recommended technique, but it was quick and worked pretty well.
And that’s it! I kind of love them. And I think they actually were a lot easier to make than they may look. Yay!
Comments + Project Love
Amy W says
I am dying. I need one of your cards now, I love them! That's like the greatest idea ever and I can't even imagine the pressure of bringing your cards to SNAP. Oh my, that would about put me over the edge!
Stephanie Paxman says
So happy I got one of these–and that I got to hang out with you a bit 🙂
RaChil Luke says
Jealous of you you Stephanie, I want one! These are beautiful, and so creative! I love the handmade/unique touch of the watercolor
Mabey She Made It says
Your cards were so fun! I'm glad I got one. And my mom was looking through all the business cards I got at SNAP and picked yours out as her favorite. 🙂
Lauren Lanker says
These are SO profesh! I LOVE them! Everything from the shape to the watercolor to the gold edges…they're uh-ma-zing. Any chance you'll be at Haven this summer where I can nab one of these from you…? 😉
Katie Nathey says
Oh my gosh Alexis this is sooooo fantastic I hope you come to Haven just so I can have one of these! {and meet you too of course, lol}. LOOOOOVE and I need a silhouetted machine!<br /><br />Best DIY business cards EVER. Pinned 🙂
For My Love Of says
These are so gosh darn cute! You did a really great job on them! I would have been impressed if I'dgone and received one 😉
Toni Barsi says
These are amazing Alexis! I've been trying to figure out the logistics of heart shaped cards lately – now I guess I know I can't put off getting a silhouette any longer.
Therese Feeman says
Those are awesome! Gzz I really need to use my Silhouette. Thanks for the inspiration!
Krista thehappyhousie says
SOO gorgeous!! Wowza – pinned for when my silhouette arrives (soon!!! yay!!)
Trisha D says
So glad I snagged one of your business cards!! Absolutely fabulous! Way to carry on the branding!
Nancy Bandzuch says
So hi! You know I know your cards and I read through this whole tutorial thinking–but how did she make the edges gold–spray paint–yes! I know that's silly, but I just couldn't figure out how you did it! Hope all is well in Vegas
Kelly of Simply Kelly Designs says
These look amazing!
Shelley George says
Hi Alexis,<br /><br />I just wanted to let you know that I've featured your business card in a round-up of my favourite creative business cards: http://shelleymakes.wordpress.com/2014/09/27/diy-creative-business-cards/<br /><br />I love the water-colour and how you've gone for such a unique shape. Very envious of your Silhoette machine – I'd love to own one of those! I also love the
Shelly says
These turned out amazing!! I have a cricut explore so I'm going to try a similar method! 😀