Learn how to convert your 2D cut files (SVG, DXF, and PNG files) into 3D files to use with the Silhouette Alta 3D Printer. The Alta makes it so easy! This video tutorial will walk you through the steps of using different 2D file types with the Alta and we will make a cute piñata keychain too! Silhouette provided me with my Alta machine, and this post may contain affiliate links which help to support this site at no extra cost to you. If you are new to the Silhouette Alta, check out my Silhouette Alta Guide right HERE. Last week I shared my beginner's guide to setting up your Silhouette Alta 3D Printer and making your first project. In that post, I just showed you how to create projects using the 3D designs available from the Silhouette Design Store. They have some fun designs there, ... [Read More]
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DIY Pool Float Koozies
Learn how to make these cute koozies with adorable pool float designs! It's easy to make your own custom summer koozies with heat transfer vinyl, and I will walk you through all the steps. This post contains affiliate links, which help to support this site at no extra cost to you. I have some fun new cut file designs to share today plus a fun way to put them to use! Did you guys know that you can buy blank can koozies?? It's true! They are colorful, inexpensive, and easy to customize with heat transfer vinyl. I knew they were kind of the perfect way to put my new pool float designs to use. Speaking of which, how cute are these? I mean are pool floats the cutest or what? These new designs are part of this month's Fresh Cut SVG Bundle, which is maybe my very favorite one ... [Read More]
DIY Unicorn Squad T-Shirts: Free Unicorn SVG Cut File
Make your own magical unicorn gear with this free Unicorn Squad SVG Cut File to use with your Silhouette, Cricut, or other cutting machine! This post contains affiliate links, which help to support this site at no extra cost to you. Thanks! We recently had an awesome unicorn party at our house full of lots of glitter and holographic sparkle! Since the party included an awesome pink and purple paint fight, I thought it would be a good idea to make t-shirts for each of the guests to wear. I love how my Silhouette makes it so easy to whip up custom tees like these to make parties and events extra special! I also made each guest a simple no-sew tutu and unicorn headband to wear at the party. Out of each of those little projects, the Unicorn Squad shirts were definitely the ... [Read More]
How to Make Reusable Stencils: DIY Buffalo Plaid Planter
Learn how to make reusable stencils using your Silhouette or Cricut. Plus make your own trendy DIY Buffalo Plaid planter and stencil all the things with your new reusable stencil! This post contains affiliate links, which help to support this site at no extra cost to you. Today, I'm happy to share a great technique with you guys. We are going to be talking all about how to make your own stencils that you can use over and over again. I often will use adhesive vinyl to make stencils (like I did here), and I'm a big fan of vinyl stencils; however, they can only be used once. Sometimes you want stencils that can be used over and over again, and that's where stencil material comes in. I love using stencil material to stencil a larger area or for multiple projects. It just makes it so ... [Read More]
DIY Shrink Plastic Flower Earrings with Free Cut Files
Make your own awesome DIY flower statement earrings out using shrink plastic and vinyl. These cute floral earrings can be made in any color you like and have a whole lot of personality. This post contains affiliate links, which help to support this site. Thanks! Since I've shared more than a couple earring DIYs here on the blog, you may be aware that I am a fan of big, bold, colorful earrings. Today, I have a new statement earring DIY to share with you guys. These earrings are fun and simple to make and use one of my favorite jewelry crafting supplies - shrink plastic! (Psst - if you missed my other recent shrinky dink earrings DIY, you can check that out here.) Shrink Plastic Flower Earrings Supplies: Clear Shrink Film Silhouette Cameo 3, Other Cutting Machine, or Sharp ... [Read More]
How to Layer Heat Transfer Vinyl: Cool Boys Easter Shirt DIY
Learn how to layer heat transfer vinyl with your Silhouette using this cut out technique. I have a full video tutorial to walk you through each step and make layering heat transfer vinyl easy! Plus make a DIY hip hop bunny t-shirt - a perfect boys Easter shirt! This post contains affiliate links, which allow me to earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. My son is at that age when he is still very much a little kid but old enough to feel that he is growing out of certain things. Do you know what I mean? He still loves bunnies and Easter and all of that, but he also wants to feel like a cool big kid! I feel like this hip hop bunny tee is the perfect fit for this age. It is fun and playful but still just a little bit edgy and cool, especially for a boy's Easter ... [Read More]
How to Apply Heat Transfer Vinyl on Wood for DIY Wood Signs
Learn how to apply heat transfer vinyl on wood with this video tutorial! HTV (or Iron On Vinyl) makes it so easy to make beautiful DIY wood signs with your Silhouette or Cricut. This post may contain affiliate links, which allow me to earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Psst - If you are new to working with vinyl, check out my Vinyl 101: Beginner's Guide to Cutting Vinyl. I have an exciting little announcement to share today! My friend Colleen of Lemon Thistle and I have teamed up for a new video series that we are calling Silhouette vs. Cricut! The idea is that we will take on a challenge of a new type of material or themed project or cutting technique, and then we will both make something using our respective cutting machines! I'm Team Silhouette, of course, ... [Read More]
How to Make Stickers with your Silhouette: DIY Planner Stickers
Learn how to make stickers using your Silhouette Cameo! It's easy to make DIY planner stickers or any other kind of custom stickers, and I will walk you through each step. This post contains affiliate links, which allow me to earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We are only a few days into 2018, but I have already spent a lot of time planning and dreaming and hoping for the coming year. I'm guessing you are probably doing some of that too, am I right? I mean, tis the season! ;) In my opinion, cute stickers, motivational quotes, and fun calendaring designs always make that planning and goal setting more fun, and that's what this month's Fresh Cut SVG Bundle is all about. The bundle contains over 40 SVG elements plus 14 bonus files, so you will have loads of material to ... [Read More]
How to Work with Etched Glass Vinyl & Free Snowflake SVG File
Learn how to work with etched glass vinyl and make a beautiful snowflake glass cloche to decorate your home this winter. I am also sharing a free snowflake svg cut file that you can use for all kind of winter-themed crafts! A big thanks to Expressions Vinyl for sponsoring this post. This post contains affiliate links, which provide me with a small commission at no extra cost to you. If you have ever etched glass using etching cream and a stencil, you know that it can be a smelly and slightly stressful project. You need glove and have to move fairly quickly and if you get one drop of etching cream out of place it can make your project less than perfect. I really do love the results you can get using etching cream, BUT if you are looking for a much easier way to get a really similar ... [Read More]
Paper Cut Christmas Card DIY – Free SVG Cut Files
Still need to send out a Christmas card or two? Don't worry! You can make some beautiful, hand-lettered paper cut Christmas cards in no time at all with my free cut files! I originally shared this Christmas Card DIY at Crafts Unleashed. This post contains affiliate links, which provide me with a small commission at no extra cost to you. Guys. Isn't paper cool? I really love paper. I mean I also love paint and yarn and fabric and vinyl and all kinds of craft supplies, but there is just something awesome about paper, right? It's such a simple thing, but it has so much potential - so many things you can do with it! Today, I'm taking some colorful paper, cutting it up, and making these cute and festive holiday cards. Who's ready for a Christmas Card DIY? If you have ever tried ... [Read More]