Download my free hand drawn “make waves” retro ocean SVG cut file and make your own awesome t-shirts, home decor, and more! This design will work with your Silhouette, Cricut, or other cutting machine to create great looking summery projects. This post contains affiliate links, which help to support this site at no extra cost to you.
I wish I could hit the beach soon, but this summer, it’s looking like I’m going to have to settle for an above ground pool. 😂 At least I can wear a sweet new beachy tank top while I’m relaxing poolside, right??
Today I am teaming up with some designer friends to bring you a collection of 8 free summer inspired cut files (keep scrolling to find all the designs).
My contribution is a brand new free SVG cut file design inspired by that retro beach/surf aesthetic. Despite the retro inspiration, I think this design has a really modern look and would be perfect for a custom t-shirt, tote bag, decal, or piece of wall art.
The design comes in either a multi-color version (see the tote bag) or two-color version (the tank top) for easier vinyl layering (you can read more about how to layer heat transfer vinyl here or adhesive vinyl here).
You could also print off the multi-color design on printable vinyl for a super easy multi-color decal. (Read all about making your own decals with printable vinyl right here.)
PLUS if you are looking for awesome beach-y designs, then you need to check out my new Endless Summer SVG Cut File Bundle! I love all of these designs, and I think you will too!
Ready to grab your retro ocean SVG cut file and get crafting??
Make Waves Retro Ocean SVG Cut File
Before downloading, please pin the image above! Spreading the word about our free cut files helps to keep them free! 🙂
Please Note: This cut file is free for personal use only (making things for yourself or as gifts). If you would like to use these designs for products you make and sell, you can purchase a limited commercial use license in my shop HERE.
When you click the link below, a ZIP file containing the SVG, DXF, EPS, and PNG versions of the cut files will download. You will need to unzip the file before opening the cut files in your cutting machine software.
Note for Silhouette Users: Remember that you need the Designer Edition of Silhouette Studio to open SVG files! You can open the DXF and PNG versions of the design with the basic edition of Silhouette Studio. Read more about working with different file types and your Silhouette.
Download the Make Waves SVG Cut File
Who wants more free cut files??
8 Free Cut Files for Summer
Check out all of these cute summer SVG cut files from my designer pals! Click through to each post to download all of the designs.
- Shell Yeah from Special Heart Studio
- Make Waves from Persia Lou (you’re here!)
- Beach Life from Maggie Rose Design Co
- Beauty and the Beach from Gina C Creates
- Ice Cream Split Monogram Frame from Red Earth & Gum Trees
- Stay Cool Popsicle from Lemony Fizz
- Chill Out Popsicles from Liz on Call
- I Wanna Be Where the People Aren’t from Pen + Posh
Aren’t they all so cute? Which is your fave?
Until next time, Happy Summer and Happy Making!
Comments + Project Love
Susan Kimmet says
Thanks, I love this, and can think of several ways to use it.
Alexis says
Yay! So glad you like it. 🙂
Brenda says
I literally JUST discovered your page and was guided to it from a macrame pattern I had googled… You have so much more to look at! Oddly enough it was not too long ago I was researching the process of making T shirts and thought it wouldn’t be possible…
I was under the impression this was the type that does not do well in the wash? Am I wrong? Do you have a video that explains the process of how to apply the decals? I can get a good deal on a circuit from a friend so wondering if I should do it.
Thanks!!!