Crafty Projects and Silhouette Inspiration and Instruction
Register for All Things Silhouette Winter Workshop Hey, Silhouette users! It’s time for the next All Things Silhouette event! This event is a winter workshop, meaning it’s smaller (still virtual due to the ongoing pandemic) and easier to fit into your busy holiday schedule. Register …
Christmas is right around the corner! Especially if you like to make your own Christmas decor with paper crafts and your Silhouette machine. If you do, this paper poinsettia centerpiece project is for you! I’ve posted the full tutorial over on the Silhouette blog HERE. …
I love making creative things for a part-time job! I will admit that some projects and classes are more appealing than others, but when a sugar skull with flowers was suggested, I dropped everything non-essential and whipped up this project! We like Day of …
My next premium online class with Michaels is open for registration! Just in time for U.S. Thanksgiving, I’ll show how to make this decorative cutting board with vinyl on wood. This is a pretty popular use for vinyl, so I’ll be sharing all kinds …
In this month’s blog post on Silhouette 101, I’m sharing a tutorial on how to make this cute Halloween wall decor. The design is actually for a card, but I’ve enlarged it and added some fun details to make it really stand out. I hope …
My next live online Michaels class is October 27th at 11 a.m. MDT, and I’m really excited about this one! Silhouette paper crafts are my favorite, and I’ll show you how to make a beautiful fall wreath. You can go with the Halloween option or …
Have you started your fall crafts yet? (I think fall and Valentines Day are my favorite seasons for crafting.) I’ve got some good news for you! Lori Whitlock is offering a discount for pre-registration on this adorable Fall Tiered Tray Decor class. This class comes …
Where are my Silhouette Cameo Pro users? I’ve put a new tutorial for a giant papercraft on the Silhouette blog. This time it’s a 3D Pickup Truck for Fall, filled with cute little papercraft pumpkins. This was a fun project to make, and I hope …
Create a Layered Heat Transfer Design Hi, all! My first premium class with Michaels is “Create a Layered Heat Transfer Design” at the end of September. Michaels is now offering some premium classes by Silhouette in addition their selection of free classes, so I will …
Make + Design Podcast Who enjoys listening to podcasts? I must admit I have a few favorites. I recently had the opportunity to be a guest on Carina Gardner’s new podcast, “Make and Design.” Carina created this podcast for makers, designers, and other creatives. Episode …
Perfectly Layered Vinyl Tutorial: In this video, I’ll show you how to achieve perfectly layered vinyl with your multi-colored Silhouette vinyl projects. I’ll show you how to work with any typical colored design in Silhouette Studio, then add crosshair placement guides in the software before …
I’ve got a tutorial on the Silhouette 101 Blog for making this cute fabric pencil case with the Silhouette Cameo 4 rotary blade. Check out the step-by-step tutorial HERE! This adorable design is #49875 by Carina Gardner. My instructions use the Silhouette Rotary Blade where …
I’ve got another live Intro to Silhouette online Zoom class on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. MDT. Watch and ask your questions live, or I’ll post the replay on this post once it’s available. It’s free! This is a beginner class as an …
Where are my Silhouette Alta 3D printer fans? Did you know it’s super easy to make 3D printed cupcake toppers? I’ve got a tutorial on the Silhouette Blog for using 2D files to create 3D printed cupcake picks, then create cute Print & Cut stickers …
Did you miss last month’s Intro to Silhouette Class? I’ve got another one on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. MDT. Register to watch and ask your questions live, or I’ll post the replay here once it’s available. It’s free! This will be …
I love using my Cameo Pro for giant 3D paper crafts! In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to create these giant 3D stars from colored poster board for your patriotic décor. To make stars this large (approximately 21 inches across), you will need to …
Hey, Silhouette beginners! I’ve got a live class called “Intro to Silhouette” at Silhouette HQ tomorrow, June 17, 2021 at 11 a.m. MDT. Register here to attend live, and I’ll post the replay once it’s available. This will be a beginner class as an introduction …
How to watch: Here’s my next class with Michaels and Silhouette! Make a cute baby bodysuit with me using this design on Wednesday, June 9, 2021. It will be broadcast live via Zoom at 11 a.m. MDT (10 a.m. Pacific, 12 p.m. Central, 1 p.m. …
Ready for my next free live Silhouette Zoom class through Michaels? This class aired live at 11 a.m. MDT on Friday, May 14. Here’s the replay in case you missed it or if you want to watch it again. Description: Learn how to use …
My next live online class with Silhouette and Michael’s is this Thursday, April 15 at 2:00 p.m. MDT. You can register for this stencil art class here (expired). As always, if you attend live you can ask your questions so I can answer them throughout …
Have you ever attended the All Things Silhouette Conference (also known as ATS)? Before the global pandemic hit, we used to hold this conference in Peachtree City, GA, once or twice each year. The bad news is the limits on gathering have put this in-person …
I’m a firm believer in continually learning, so that’s why I took Lia Griffith’s original Crepe Paper Master Class earlier this year. I want to share my experience with Lia Griffith’s Master Class and encourage you to become an annual member on LiaGriffith.com so you …
I’ve got great news! I know the Silhouette Cameo 4 has been out for a while, but this is a class I’ve been trying to put out there for the past 18 months. Here is my class I’ve made with Silhouette America, Cameo 4: Exploring …
I’m sharing a tutorial for this easy framed printable art on the Silhouette 101 Blog. The curved text is optional if you want to keep it reeeally easy, but I’ve broken this project down step-by-step for anyone using Silhouette Studio and a Silhouette machine. You’ll …
Check out these Silhouette Support Series Videos I’ve filmed with Silhouette America over the past several months. The videos are targeted towards beginners and those who are struggling with broad categories such as blade maintenance, cutting mats, etc. I filmed these with Silhouette so their …
