
ABOUT ME
EllyMae is a Maker & Creator in the craft industry.
Hi and welcome! I’m EllyMae, the creative mind behind Silhouette Secrets+ and Swift Creek Customs. Since 2016, I’ve been teaching and supporting Silhouette users around the world through detailed blog tutorials, in-person events, and easy-to-follow, step-by-step online classes. Through years of hands-on teaching and problem-solving, I’ve become one of the leading Silhouette and Siser troubleshooters in the industry.
I’m a Maker and Creator who uses software and technology daily in my crafting. I love learning new techniques and exploring new tools, which has allowed me to gain experience across a wide range of industry products—from cutting machines and specialty materials to sublimation and beyond.

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