Silhouette Circle Monogram Tutorial (Your Font Choice!)

I've been asked more than once how to make a circle monogram in Silhouette Studio.  Sure, you can buy a circle monogram font...or you can make your own using the font of your choice.  There are about 10 steps involved here so just bare with me...I promise it's pretty easy just breaking it down!

Coffee Mug Decal Placement Tips

Cutting vinyl decals for coffee mugs is popular with Silhouette crafters, but there's one big question that people often ask.

Which side of the mug does the vinyl decal go on?

Beginner Glass Etching Tutorial with Silhouette Stencil

Did you know you can use etching cream on glass dishes so they're safe for the microwave and oven?

This etching glass tutorial will walk you through exactly how to cut a Silhouette stencil and go about etching pyrex glassware.

Transferring Photos to Wood with Silhouette Temporary Tattoo Paper

A few weeks ago I shared a cool trick on using Silhouette Temporary Tattoo paper on stone tiles to make coasters...and I got a lot of questions about whether the same method would work on wood.

So I'm back...and I'm happy to report you can in fact use Silhouette Temporary Tattoo paper to transfer photos to wood!

Ideas for DIY Christmas Ornaments 2023: YES! It's That Time Already

It may be hard to believe that it's time to start thinking about DIY Christmas Ornaments to make with Silhouette...but for small businesses and crafters setting up shop at craft fairs it's time to prep for the 2023 holiday season! 

I gathered 12 of my most popular DIY ornaments and the tutorials that go with them so you can get some ideas and inspiration in a hurry. 

Be sure to check out the video on Youtube all of the links to the tutorials to match the ornaments are in the description there.

Will you be selling or gifting  DIY Christmas Ornaments in 2023? Leave a comment.

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Make Photo Coasters with Silhouette Temporary Tattoo Paper

Grab yourself some Silhouette temporary tattoo paper and let's make DIY photo coasters on tile. 

Temporary tattoo paper is is amazingly versatile and can be used on wood and stone tiles!  I have always loved photo coasters and the Silhouette temporary tattoo paper is perfect for this application.

Don't Cut Small Vinyl Text with Silhouette CAMEO Without Reading This FIRST!

You can cut small vinyl text with your Silhouette CAMEO...and not actually pull your hair out. 

But just how small can vinyl lettering be cut? In this blog post I'll share some some tips on how to successfully cut even the smallest vinyl letters. 

11 Candy Holder Ideas You Can Make with Silhouette

Give your Silhouette paper projects a 3D effect by making candy dome holders! 

These are pretty easy to make and they can be filled with all kinds of treats. Need some inspiration? I've got 11 candy holder ideas and a few tips on how to make candy dome holders with just a few supplies and your Silhouette CAMEO. 

Turning a Multi color SVG Design into a Single Color Design

With Silhouette Studio, you can quickly and easily turn your multi-layered, multi-colored SVG design into a single layered, single colored design. Whether you need to simplify the look of your project for a more professional finish or just want to do some personalization for a gift, making this conversion is easy and straightforward. 

Follow this guide to learn how to transform any complex multicolored design into its simpler variant in Silhouette Studio.

Waterslide or Sublimation: What Should I Use?

Have you been seeing the trendy beer glass tumblers and are dying to get your hands on some? We are taking a look at decal printing, and are comparing the options: sublimation and waterslide transfer decals! 

Both are great for customizing products and apparel, but which one is better for YOU? Let’s dive in!

How to Make a Sublimation Puzzle: Free Template & Best Time and Temperature

Sublimation puzzles are a great gift that you can easily and quickly make at home for very little cost. 

In this tutorial we'll walk through the steps for how to make a sublimation puzzle from start to finish. 

Tips for Putting Heat Transfer Vinyl on Burlap

If you're wondering "can you use heat transfer vinyl on burlap" the answer is yes! Read on for how to put heat transfer vinyl on burlap so it sticks. 

To make it easier to put heat transfer vinyl on burlap, you want to start with a design that has a good amount of surface area. Designs with small intricate details have less adhesive making it harder to using iron on vinyl on burlap.

Putting Vinyl on Wine Glasses: 7 Tips for Success

Putting vinyl on wine glasses and other curved glassware is something that many Silhouette crafters struggle with.

Today I'm going to share 7 tips for adding vinyl to wine glasses so it's straight.

Tips for Cutting, Weeding, and Placing Tiny Silhouette Designs

If you've ever tried to cut a really small design on your Silhouette you know it's not always the easiest thing.  

Vinyl lifting off the backing and paper tearing are among the chief complaints. Cutting very small and delicate shapes is something the Silhouette can definitely handle, but it can be a lot less stressful - and let's face it, less wasteful - if you follow these few tips for success.

How to (Perfectly) Trace a Photo in Silhouette Studio (Updated 2022)

One of the first tutorials I ever shared on Silhouette School was on how to trace a photo to get a silhouette. The point editing method results in a silhouette and it's perfect if that's what you're looking for.  But what if you want more depth and character and really want to keep the essence of the photo?  The trace function is about to become your new BFF.

The first thing you want to do is find a photo.  It's best to pick a photo that doesn't have a ton of background.  I went with this picture of me and my daughter paddle boarding.  It's obviously a color photo and while you can trace a color photo I find it easier to trace a black and white image since the trace feature works on finding contrast.  Never did I think I'd share a picture of me in a bathing suit on this blog....but...

How to Make Glitter Tumblers with Epoxy for Beginners

If you're into crafts that require patience, making a DIY glitter tumbler will be right up your alley.  I have to admit I just recently made my first stainless steel tumbler with vinyl and glitter and I learned a thing or two.

Considering that it can be an intimidating project, I thought I'd pass along what I learned making my first glitter tumbler in this beginner tutorial.

7 Ways to Use Vertical SVG Designs (Other Than Wood Signs!)

Vertical welcome signs have been a trend for quite some time...but you can use vertical designs for more than just wood porch signs! 

Today I'm sharing seven other Silhouette project ideas using vertical designs from drinkware to leg ware! 

How to Put Vinyl on Wood Cutting Boards

If you're looking for a quick and easy gift a custom wood cutting board with vinyl doesn't get much easier or make a bigger statement. 

I love putting vinyl on wood cutting boards and always make sure to use the hinge method to ensure the vinyl is straight and centered. 

DIY Faux Leather Earrings Start to Finish: Silhouette CAMEO Tutorial

A few weeks back I shared my favorite faux leather sheets (and Silhouette cut settings) for making leather earrings.

Since then I've been asked quite often how to finish the faux leather earrings. Today I'm going to share a full start to finish leather earring tutorial including all the supplies you need.

Layering Vinyl When the Vinyl's Not Actually Layered (Apple Word Art Pt 2)

I previously showed you how to design a custom apple word art with students' names in Silhouette Studio...and today I'm going to show you how to cut and layer that design.

The same process applies to any layered adhesive vinyl design, so don't worry if you don't have an apple.  If you're a beginner, don't be scared by the number of steps here - you know me: I just break everything down into simple easy to follow steps!

This is one of those cases where filling the design elements with the color vinyl you are going to cut on is not only helpful, but necessary.  In this method of layering vinyl, we're going to use layering registration marks and the Cut By Fill color.