Did you know you can do sublimation WITHOUT having a sublimation printer? You can with the Artesprix Sublimation supplies! Sublimation with Artesprix This month I spent some time playing with all the different Artesprix Sublimation products and I'm sharing that with you on the Artesprix YouTube channel HERE. https://youtube.com/watch?v=VMyRbaQB7Sw&feature=shares In this new video, I shared… Continue reading Sublimation without a Sublimation Printer – Yes, you can!
I am so glad I added a sublimation printer into my craft studio! It can be an investment and while I don't use it daily, it does come in handy. Especially for gifts! If you are not familiar with the sublimation process, I have several tutorials on the website HERE that explain it more in-depth.… Continue reading Sublimation Coffee Mugs with Silhouette
It's that time of year again March Madness! However, this March Madness is not referring to basketball. Affiliate links may be present in the following blog post and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Check out this sale at Silhouette America for the March sale!!! These are the LOWEST prices I have… Continue reading Silhouette America March Sale!!!
It's time for the March news and sharing my Silhouette "Secrets" with you! March Featured Class and Coupon Code This month’s features class is Let’s Explore v4 – Text in Silhouette Studio In this class we explore Text in Silhouette Studio including:- the Text Tool- Text Style Panel- How to get accurate text sizing- Resizing… Continue reading March Featured Class & Silhouette “Secrets”
Siser EasyColor DTV was released in August 2022 and I have been loving it! Today I have an update for you on some of the Siser EasyColor DTV projects that I have done and it is now available in larger sizes! Yay! I wear several of the shirts I made when I first received Siser… Continue reading Siser EasyColor DTV UPDATE!!!
The Silhouette machines have some awesome features and tools! One of those that is fun to play with is the sketching option with the machine. Whether that is for sketching out words or designs, it can do it all! Today I'm going to share some of the supplies I've tested with sketching with my Silhouette… Continue reading Sketching Supplies for Silhouette
I have just released a new class and I'm so excited to share with you as we use many tools in the Silhouette Studio software to create unique designs. New Silhouette Class!!! Creating Unique Designs in Silhouette Studio - Choose Your Own Project In this class you will learn how to create all of these… Continue reading Join me to Create Unique Designs in Silhouette Studio
I have noticed an increase in posts regarding cut issues when using the Cut by Line or Cut by Fill color option in Silhouette Studio. Usually it's along the lines of "My machine isn't working and is not adjusting to the correct settings I set." We can usually easily identify this issue by looking at… Continue reading Silhouette Cutting Issues – Cut by Line or Fill Color?
This past week there was a question on my Silhouette Secrets+ Facebook Group and I was working on my computer so did a quick video tutorial on how they could accomplish the design they wanted.Several asked if there was a way to save that video so I re-recorded it and put it up on the… Continue reading Drawing Designs using Object to Path & Tools in Silhouette Studio
Silhouette “Secrets” – February 2023 February Featured Class and Coupon Code This month’s features class is Glass Etching with Your Silhouette This is a great technique to use for personalized gifts! In this class, we use the Silhouette software to create stencils for glass etched projects. I chose to use several different shaped objects in… Continue reading February Featured Class & Silhouette “Secrets”
One of the things I have enjoyed the most in this Craft Industry is meeting the people!I have developed relationships with many cutting machine users, retailers, sponsors, companies, and industry influencers world wide in the past couple years since starting Silhouette Secrets+.As you'll see below, I work with many great retailers. Today I am writing… Continue reading Retailer Recommendations by EllyMae with Silhouette Secrets+
Creating unique designs in the Silhouette Studio software does not have to be hard.The more that you do it, the more comfortable you will get in the Silhouette software and before long you will be using the tools without a second thought. Recently a question was asked on my Silhouette Secrets+ Facebook Group on how… Continue reading Creating a Shaped Edge Card in Silhouette Studio
We troubleshoot thousands of issues each week on social media and one of the questions we see often is about Library issues. Most times it is a simple fix if the steps are followed properly. One of the common ones we see is when a user's library is showing as "Working Offline" in the bottom… Continue reading Silhouette Library Issues
Just a quick post to share a very neat tool that I find is going to save me a lot of time in the future! Affiliate links may be present in the below and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. What that means is that I may receive compensation if you purchase through… Continue reading SVG Merge – a Neat Tool To Save Time!
Changes. No one really likes them, but they are a fact of life! That is no different in the Silhouette Studio software. Today I am sharing a new change in the Silhouette Studio software in versions of v4.5 and higher. This change affects Curio & Alta owners most, but all users will notice a new… Continue reading Silhouette Software Updates – Curio & Alta Owners
I am so excited to share this post today! I have a hard time keeping things under wraps, especially when I had so much fun creating a project!But due dates do that to us - they make us exercise patience! I was asked to be a guest designer on the Artesprix blog for January 2023… Continue reading Artesprix Stamp Pads & Guest Blog Post
I've just released this new Silhouette Curio Beginner Acrylic Etching Class on theSilhouette Secrets+ Teachable site! This new Curio etching class has been designed to show how the Silhouette Studio software has changed in v4.5 software (don't worry, you do NOT need to update), but I show you how it has changed.And I designed this… Continue reading New Silhouette Curio Acrylic Etching Class Released
This is not something I do often, well in fact, it's the first time ever!I just published one of my step-by-step Silhouette Curio classes to theSilhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel. It can also be found for Free on my Silhouette Secrets+ Teachable site HERE, if you prefer not to watch through YouTube. This is a rare… Continue reading Silhouette Curio Chalkboard Class
Something new I'm starting for 2023 is a featured class each month with a coupon code for that class. This month’s features class is Creating a Custom Knockout Design in Silhouette Studio In this class, you will create your design!I show you how to download an image, trace, work with compound paths, text, offset, and… Continue reading January Featured Silhouette Class & More!
Short and sweet today but I'm so excited to share this with you! A few weeks back I posted about a great gift idea for a crafter.Tool Kits - check out that post HERE! I've been using the tools and I'm in love with a few in particular. This week I shared a new YouTube… Continue reading New Craft Favorite Tools to use with Silhouette and other cutting machines!!!
New computer - Now what? Are you a Silhouette owner and just got a new computer? Not sure where to go from there? It is pretty easy to get setup and running with a new computer and I'm going to share a few tips. First when you get a new computer, be prepared that it… Continue reading Silhouette Studio & a New Computer
This past week I was working on a very large, intricate adhesive vinyl decal and thought I'd share some of the tips I use for weeding projects. What is weeding? The word "weeding" can bring to mind different things to each person.In this case, I am referencing the process of removing the excess material around… Continue reading 5 Tips to Weeding Success
Changes - no one really likes them, but they are part of life! I was chatting with a colleague the other day and told them that my motto for 2023 was going to have to be "Evolve or Dissolve".I was trying to make light of it, but the reality of it is very true!I either… Continue reading Silhouette Secrets+ changes for 2023
Have you ever opened up a design file and it was not filled with color or did not look like the thumbnail image of the design? Today I'm sharing a quick video tutorial on the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel on how you can easily work with these types of files and why they may open… Continue reading Silhouette “Secret” to Working with an Uncolored Design
I wanted to share some information that is new on the Silhouette America website! I do think it is something all Silhouette users can benefit from it! What's New? New Silhouette Knowledge Base has now been updated on the Silhouette America website. I know, most won't be as excited about it as I am, but… Continue reading New updates to Silhouette America!
I love trying new things! Affiliate links may be present in the below and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. What that means is that I may receive compensation if you purchase through the links I have provided. The price you pay for the product or service is not higher but I may… Continue reading Color Changing Sublimation Mugs
This is a technique that I use with every single project I have that requires multiple colors to be cut. I find it saves me time, materials, and adhesive on my cutting mat since I'm only using smaller sections at a time and not ripping full sheets off the mat each time. Check out this… Continue reading How to Cut Multiple Colors at Once with Silhouette
Today I'm sharing another acrylic sign décor project and how I made it. Affiliate links may be present in the below and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. What that means is that I may receive compensation if you purchase through the links I have provided. The price you pay for the product… Continue reading How to Apply Vinyl Straight on Acrylic Panels
Just popping in really quick to share a new video I released on YouTube sharing some new tools from Crafter Cuts that would be a perfect gift idea for a crafter friend or even yourself!Who doesn't need more tools handy when creating? Check out the video HERE on my Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube Channel to see… Continue reading Gift Idea for a Crafter
Affiliate links may be present in the below and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. What that means is that I may receive compensation if you purchase through the links I have provided. The price you pay for the product or service is not higher but I may get compensated for sharing. First,… Continue reading Fall Decor with Oracal 651
Today I'm excited to share a new tool I've received in my studio.I will be unboxing a StarCraft 8-in-1 Heat Press but in a little bit different fashion. First, let's get all the disclaimers out of the way. Affiliate links may be present in the below and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying… Continue reading Unboxing a StarCraft 8 in 1 Heat Press
Recently there has been a new update rolled out by Silhouette America for the Silhouette Studio software. This is version 4.5 of the software and if your program is set to check for updates, you may have already received a little notification that a new update is available to install. The great part is that… Continue reading Silhouette Studio v4.5 Updates – SVG Files Opening Blank
Paper crafting is how I started using cutting machines over 17 years ago. Today I am sharing a project I posted about in 2020 that is still one of my favorites. Affiliate links may be present in the following blog post and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This Wine Scene Vineyard… Continue reading Layered Mandala with Silhouette
Silhouette Auto Sheet Feeder Affiliate links may be present in the below and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. What that means is that I may receive compensation if you purchase through the links I have provided. The price you pay for the product or service is not higher but I may get… Continue reading 5 Tips for the Silhouette Auto Sheet Feeder
If you follow me on social media you may have seen that I've been testing a new machine called the Siser Juliet cutting machine. While I've been bringing you Silhouette information for years, my experience in the craft industry has also lead to new connections and I've been getting requests to test products because of… Continue reading New Release from Siser – Juliet
Do you try new things? At some point, you must have!No one starts something and knows it from the beginning. At some point, you are a beginner at everything. It's that way with Silhouette, designing, cutting, new materials, and pretty much life! At some point in it, you are a beginner and have never used… Continue reading Silhouette Print and Cut with Waterslide
Silhouette Studio Legacy Version? Say What? What does "legacy" version mean?It means an older version of the Silhouette Studio software. There are multiple reasons that a user may do this for instance, a software bug that is detrimental to their workflow, their computer cannot handle a new update, or many other reasons that we find… Continue reading How to Install a Legacy Version of Silhouette Studio
Have you seen the etched powder coated tumblers using CitriStrip? I've seen it popping up on social media and we always like to try something new! It turned out fantastic! I bought all the supplies needed and then set up to record how we did it, whether it was going to turn out or not,… Continue reading Etched (Engraved) Tumbler with Silhouette
The CAMEO Pro was released almost 2 years ago. I am one of the original testers of the CAMEO Pro before it was released and have hundreds of cut hours into this machine. Since the release of the CAMEO Pro, we have troubleshot thousands of user's cut issues. Today I am releasing 2 new series… Continue reading Become a Pro Troubleshooting Your Cameo Pro
Have you ever wanted a handy chart that shows what blades are what?What is each blade used for?Does it need an adapter or does it fit with no adapter?What materials is each designed to cut? Today I wanted to share a free resource that I've created that gives information on the current blades and tools… Continue reading FREE Tool Chart for Cameo 4, Cameo Plus, and Cameo Pro
Have you heard?If you have been following me on my Facebook or YouTube channels I hope you haven't missed it! Affiliate links may be present in the below and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. What that means is that I may receive compensation if you purchase through the links I have provided.… Continue reading Siser EasyColor DTV with Silhouette
Today I wanted to share the Back-to-School goody bags that I made up for my kids friends group! They have been a hit! This is something that could easily be done for teachers, birthday gifts, girls night out, teenager go bags, a moms gift, or many more ideas! I loaded these up with a few… Continue reading Back-to-School Goody Bags with Siser DTV
Creating a Larger Than Mat Project in Silhouette Studio Have you ever wanted to create a larger than mat project? How do you cut apart an image that is larger than you can print or larger than you can cut on your Silhouette machine mat? This was a question asked on my Silhouette Secrets+ Facebook… Continue reading Larger than Mat Projects
Affiliate links may be present in the below and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. What that means is that I may receive compensation if you purchase through the links I have provided. The price you pay for the product or service is not higher but I may get compensated for sharing. Last… Continue reading Printable Heat Transfer Vinyl
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