Simple Woodsy Wedding Card | SVGCuts

If you read my last post you know that I recently attended a wedding this past weekend. Click on the link if you missed it and want to see the cute personalized wedding gift I made for the cute couple.

So for this post, I want to share with you this simple card I made using a card file from SVGCuts Five Minute Card SVG Kit. The cool thing about this card was that when I made it last week I really had no idea what the wedding theme or decor would be like this weekend... but to my surprise, it totally had a woodsy feel to it. I was really excited to see that my card was a perfect match for the evening and the couple! Funny how sometimes things happen that way ;)

When I made this card I had imagined a tree with the couple's initials carved into it. Trees to me symbolize strength, growth, family, and forever and was why I thought it would make a cute card. The original design of the card has "love" written in the center of the heart, but of course, I always have to put my own twist on it and added the couple's initials. If you look closely you can see right through the plus sign between their initials... I thought that was pretty cool!

For this A2 card, the files were cut out using the Silhouette Cameo. I used craft cardstock and a sizzix embossing folder to create the wood impression.  I then rubbed some walnut distress ink along the edges. I added some Wink of Stella to the tiny hearts and the flower petals for a little sparkle. I finished the card by embellishing it with a wooden button and a twine bow. I left the inside blank as I wanted enough room to write a message.

Hope you guys liked my Simple Woodsy Wedding Card today.
 I wish Stefano and his beautiful Bride Breanne, the happiest of marriages. May their love grow stronger and deeper with time.

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Crafting  :)

Gumball Machine Shaped Birthday Card | SVGCuts

 Hey Everyone!

Today I have a  couple of cute cards I made for some upcoming birthdays. I thought it would be fun to use this file from An Afternoon at Auntie Elaine's SVG Collection (gumball machine file) and turn it into a shaker card. I had never done a shaker card before and thought it would be cool!

How cute did this card turn out?! I absolutely love it!
Can't wait to make some more shaker cards!!!
SO fun and interactive, I'm sure the kids will love it!

The file for this card comes from SVGCuts An Afternoon at Auntie Elaine's SVG Collection.

To create the shaker portion of the card, I used a foam layer that I cut using the Silhouette Cameo. 

TIP: To cut foam I just set my speed to the lowest setting and my blade to the deepest setting and used a double cut. Worked really well but didn't cut all the way through. So I slowly pulled away from the foam shape around the cut lines and it tore really easily! Next time I think I will try doing another double cut without moving or unloading the mat.

For this card, before gluing together the back layer of the gumball machine I stamped it with a cute stamp from Craftin Desert Divas - Happy Celebrations

For this next card, I used buttons.
I always have way too many laying around, this was the perfect way to use some!

This stamp comes form Craftin Desert Divas - Simply Said

This time I stamped the card on the inside of the card and created a window by using two acetate sheet layers and sandwiching the foam in between them.

Hope you've enjoyed these super "sweet" gumball-shaped shaker cards!

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Crafting  :)

Pencil Treat Box and Classroom Clipboard for Teachers | SVGCuts

Are you all doing the happy dance?!

Today my kiddos went back to school! Yippee!!! Don't get me wrong I loved having them home for the Summer but honestly, it will be nice to have a routine again and some quiet time! Hopefully, it won't be too stressful for the teachers ;) Thank-YOU teachers!

Hopefully, some treats will make the teacher's day a little better! 

Here is the Pencil Treat Box I made for my son's Teacher! Perfect gift box for the first day of school.

The file for the Pencil Box comes from SVGCuts School Days SVG Kit, papers by Fancy Pants Designs.

Here's what it looks like when the box is opened up.

Next up is the Classroom Clipboard I made for my daughter's teacher, my latest SVG Cuts DT Project. 

SVGCuts collections Used

 Back to the Books SVG Kit

 Bunny Hop SVG Kit

 Miss Karen's Back to School Bags SVG Kit

 Miss Baker's Classroom SVG Kit

 School Days SVG Kit

 Thankful Cuties SVG Collection

How cute will that look in the classroom?! Love the oversized glasses on the cuties!

Even though the kids have only been gone for a little while I'm already looking forward to picking them up and hearing all about their first day back! Hopefully, they weren't too much for the teachers to handle!

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Crafting  :)

Personalized Paper Christmas Ball Ornaments for the Teachers | SVGCuts

I can't believe there are only a few more days of school left before the holidays begin!

Every year I like to treat the teachers with something homemade and unique. This year I decided to make them an ornament... Yes, I know not very original but when it's made and personalized by your own hands... it is! 

Super cute and simple, right? Something a teacher can treasure for many years and hopefully they will think about the child that gave it to them!

For the ornaments, I selected school-themed papers from DCWV's Grade School Stack.  

Here are 3 of the ornaments I made. I actually made 5 in total but that was just too much to squeeze into one photo, lol!

Just in case you are  interested, here is the list of files you will need to recreate one of these gifts:

Ornament - Silent Night SVG Kit

Banner - Miss Baker's Classroom SVG Kit 

(names were done using the Print and Cut feature of the Silhouette)

Box - Classic Gift Boxes SVG Kit (altered by adding and window to the front)

Poinsettias - 3D Wintergreens SVG Kit

Branch - Spirits of Christmas Past SVG Kit

All cut on the Silhouette Cameo using SSDE

I resized the box so that the ornament would fit perfectly inside it :)

TIP: Shred some green and red card stock for the bottom of the box... this will keep the ornament from rolling around and it will add a little extra to the presentation!

The card stock I used for the boxes comes from Heidi Swapp's Believe Paper Pad. I really like her papers!

I hope you were inspired to create some personalized ornamental gifts for the teachers, or anyone else that you may want to surprise. They actually come together fairly quickly if you still need to make some before Christmas!

Also if you are an SVGCuts fan, don't forget to check out their 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway on Facebook! Still, SO many amazing prizes to be won!

Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Crafting  :)

Parisian Armoire - DIY Paper Jewelry Display Stand and Storage | SVGCuts

Today I want to share with you a project I made for the July/August issue of the Cutting Edge Magazine.

Isn't it pretty?! One would never guess this beautiful armoire is completely made out of paper! Who wouldn’t love their jewelry displayed this way? This would make the perfect gift for a friend this Christmas or maybe even yourself ;)  I love when paper can be decorative and functional at the same time!

Here is what I used:

The files for this project all come from SVGCuts Amelie's Accessories SVG Kit. 

AC Cardstock 

Me and My Big Ideas Black and White Paper Pad

Alphabet stamps by Studio G
White Inkpad

Black Embossing powder and heat embossing tool

Epiphany Crafts Shape Studio Tool (Round 25)

Cut on the Silhouette Cameo using the Silhouette Studio Designer Edition.

Follow PDF assembly instructions on how to create the Armoire and Flower. SVGCuts also provides great video assembly tutorials!

I modified the Eiffel Tower file that is provided in the SVG Kit in order to hang the jewelry. To do this requires a bit of work. I have provided a screenshot to explain what and how I got to the end results.

1. The first thing I did was import the image that I was going to modify. Then I highlighted the image and made it a compound path and then released the compound path. The image shows you one of four sides of the Eiffel Tower. The original image is solid. There are no cutouts in the image. So, the next thing I did was create little shapes inside the tower by using the draw rectangle tool. (You might want to zoom in on your image at this point, much easier to see.) To modify your shapes, and angle the squares and triangles you will need to use the point editing tool. (See the above two arrows). Once you are satisfied with your shapes move on to step 2.
2. Grab the outside outline of the Eiffel Tower from image one, copy and paste it. Highlight your copied image, select the point editing tool again, and delete all the points until you are left with an image that has no tabs (like the outline of image 3).
3. Group all the little squares and triangles created in the first step, and copy them. (The easiest way is to hold the shift key and click on all the images you want to group.) Drag your grouped copied images and center them onto the image you created in step 2. Group them all together. You should be left with the image in step 3 at this point. This creates the top layer to the Eiffel Tower that will add strength and reinforcement. (You will need to cut 4 of these out, one for each side)
4. Next, with the other copied squares and triangles you grouped in the above step, drag them into the original cut file that you imported. 
5. Group those together. This will make up the bottom layer of your Eiffel Tower.

Two of the sides of the Eiffel Tower are slightly different. The same technique above was used to create the other two sides. There is no need to change the top layer piece. I know it seems like a lot of steps, but is less complicated than it sounds. Let me know if you have any further questions, I'd be glad to answer them :)

Once all pieces of the tower are cut it is easier to glue the top layer on first before assembling the tower. I used Scotch quick dry adhesive and with a paintbrush sealed the entire tower. This not only adds protection to the piece it also strengthens it.

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you have enjoyed this functional and yet very decorative project as much as I enjoyed making it!

Happy Crafting :)

3D High Top Paper Shoe | SVG Cuts

Hi Everyone!

With back to school around the corner, I've been busy creating some fun school-themed projects. Check out this cool sneaker. Don't you just love it?! 

It makes the perfect little back-to-school treat. Surprise your kids with it, or fill it with some treats and give it to the Teacher. Whoever you give it to they will surely love it!

The sneaker file comes from Back to the Books SVG Kit. I definitely want to check it out, so many fun files in this kit!

The pattern paper I used comes from Fleurette Bloom's latest paper collection ABC 123 Paper Pack. Love the chalkboard scribble look. If you're looking for a school-themed paper you'll also want to check out her School Days Paper Pack.

This fun tag was created with the Print and Cut feature of the Silhouette. I have to say I'm really enjoying this function, not only do I save on paper... I also save on stamps!

Thanks so much for stopping by! 

Happy Crafting :)



3D High Heel Paper Shoe | SVG Cuts

SVGCuts is doing another $6.99 gift card giveaway! This time its a 3D high heel shoe. All you have to do is download this free 3D high heel shoe, make it and submit your photo! Hurry offer expires on 8/12/2013. They are also giving away BONUS $25.00 gift cards... click HERE for all the details!

I've had this file in my collection for a while but haven't had an excuse to make it so today was the day! LOVE them!

They make the perfect pair of heels... Solemates, lol! The possibilities are endless. Change the papers and you have a completely different look! I think these would be great little treats for brides, bridesmaids, shoe addicts or for a girlfriends' birthday!

The bows from the shoes come from Gift Boxes SVG Kit and the shoe comes from the Love Always SVG Kit.

The patterned paper from Recollections. 

Here they are again from a different angle! Aren't they hot?! 

I hope you like my take on the high heel shoe. Thanks so much to SVG Cuts for this awesome giveaway!

Happy Crafting :)