Crafty Projects and Silhouette Inspiration and Instruction
Hi, friends! I’ve got a tutorial on the Silhouette America Blog showing how to deconstruct and recolor dingbat fonts to use with your Silhouette machine. I’ve used two Lori Whitlock dingbat fonts as my example to make gift tags, decorations, vinyl decor, and more! Check …
Are you ready? I’ve been dying to share these amazing Silhouette deals for over a month, and it’s finally time! Use my promo code TIME2 starting 12:01 a.m. MST on 11/22/17 (that’s 2:01 a.m. EST, 1:01 a.m. CST, or 11:01 p.m. PST on 11/21). Where …
You’ll find six video tutorials below for some of the most basic things to know when getting started with your new Silhouette machine. It’s the beginning of my compilation of Silhouette Studio for Beginners. I have nearly 70 videos (to date) to share with you …
Here’s my video comparing v3 to v4 in Silhouette Studio. This video is a great one to watch if you are having a hard time adjusting to version 4 in Silhouette Studio. I’ve just got to say I really love the improvements in v4. Not …
I’ve made another pop-up card using Silhouette Studio version 4.1’s Pop-Up Creator! With Designer Edition and higher, you can adjust the depth of each individual letter or shape, so that’s what I did here. Here’s the video I made for Silhouette’s YouTube channel, but keep …
It’s my Bloggiversary! Seven years ago I started this blog, and each year gets better and better! In the past 12 months, I’ve had some unexpected changes that I couldn’t imagine one year ago. I had no idea, for one thing, that I would …
Have you tried the new Silhouette Studio feature of “Object on Path?” It’s so cool! You can take any design, not just text, and drag it to a path to create new and interesting designs. I’ve got a tutorial over on the Silhouette America blog. …
This is a less-known feature that’s been around a while, and I sure like having it! Watch my video tutorial below for learning how to use Image Effects on photos, patterns, and print & cut designs to recolor, brighten, add contrast, desaturate, and more. …
Have you heard Silhouette has released two new limited-edition colors of the Silhouette CAMEO® 3? I’ve gotta say I’m a fan of the black! I love how professional it looks. (Ask my husband. I almost always prefer black for jackets, luggage, shoes, iPad and iPhone …
Are you curious how to use Nesting in Silhouette Studio® version 4? I’ve got video tutorials for Nesting in both Designer Edition and Business Edition. Here’s my video tutorial (below) on using the Nesting Feature in the Designer Edition of Silhouette Studio®. Note: …
Hiya, friends! This is by far my favorite product released by Silhouette America this year. I’m sharing a tutorial over on the Silhouette Blog today on how to use these foil transfer sheets.* It’s really as simple as using pressure, but if you want to …
Here’s my video tutorial on using Sticky Notes in Silhouette Studio®. It’s a great way to add notes to your file that you want to remember. This is available in all editions of Silhouette Studio® starting in version 4.1. Go ahead and Pin this post!
Are you ready for a fun deal from Silhouette? September 1-15, 2017, Silhouette will be doing “mystery grab bags” full of awesome Silhouette products! Find out more below, and use my code TIME2 to get this fun deal… There will be two tiers of these …
I’ve got a fun new project you can try with Silhouette printable duct tape. You’ll find the full tutorial over on the Silhouette America Blog. Let me know what you think! Save Save
Today I want to share the project I made as I demonstrated the new Pop-Up Creator feature in this Silhouette Studio video tutorial: Here’s a better look at the finished card: While the Designer Edition does have extra manipulation capabilities for multiple shapes (like text), …
A Crazy Summer Silhouette Summit in Honolulu, Hawaii (May 10-13, 2017) All Things Silhouette Conference in Peachtree City, GA (June 9-11, 2017) Filming “Get Started With Silhouette” in Denver, CO with Craftsy (June 18-22, 2017) Youth Conference, Letterworks Jr Conference, Girls Camp, Family Vacation Decisions …
Note: This class is no longer available to purchase, but if you already bought the class prior to May 2020 then it’s available to watch forever in your Craftsy library. Today I want to share a little more about my new Craftsy Silhouette class called …
Note: This class is no longer available to purchase, but if you already bought the class prior to May 2020 then it’s available to watch forever in your Craftsy library. It’s here! It’s here! My Craftsy class is available! Can you tell I’m excited? …
How would you like to use your Silhouette machine and some loose change to make custom fidget spinners for summertime fun? Is anyone else running out of ideas to keep the kids busy this summer? My husband has been trying to come up with golden …
Silhouette product-release day is here! As many of you know, I was invited to Silhouette Summit in Hawaii again this past May, so I got to see nearly all of these in person. Here is a breakdown of the new products and some photos I …
It’s that time of year again! After years of making pillow treats and secret sister gifts for Girls Camp, I finally got to go with the girls to camp this year! I was not counting on 5 days of no cell service or internet, but …
We’re only a couple weeks away from my Craftsy launch date! My class will cover a wide range of software, materials, and techniques for beginner Silhouette users (although you won’t be a beginner by the end of the six lessons). You’ll learn about paper, …
Hi, friends! Are you ready for a super-fun Curio project? This tutorial shows you how to create your own DIY embossed key chains with Silhouette leatherette. (My post originally appeared on the Silhouette Blog.) If you’re new to Silhouette Curio™, you may want to start …
I am beyond excited to finally share the news here on my blog! Perhaps you saw my Facebook or Instagram posts recently as I traveled to Denver, Colorado. That trip (among several this spring/summer) was to film a beginner online Silhouette class with Craftsy. I’ve …
Hi, friends! I’m sorry I’ve been MIA for a while, but I’ve been busy getting to know Silhouette Studio version 4 in order to share plenty of new tutorials and lessons for you, and I’ve been traveling for several Silhouette-related trips. (Three conferences/education trips in …
