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Cutting Chipboard with Silhouette – Types, Tips, and Troubleshooting

In this latest blog post, I’m sharing tips for being successful cutting chipboard with a Silhouette machine. Chipboard is a variable product that can be unpredictable when cutting. Find out what variable affect cuttability and troubleshooting tips in the video too! More details on the Silhouette Secrets+ website.

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Glass Etched Beach Themed Decor with Silhouette

Check out my latest thrift store find and most recent project that I upscaled to a custom glass etched decor piece. Find all the details on the Silhouette Secrets+ website.

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BIG projects with Silhouette – Supersized Giant Card Creation

Sharing a really big project created with Silhouette – a giant, supersized card creation. The original file is 5″ x 7″ and I blew this one up. Check out all the details along with a video sharing the process on the Silhouette Secrets+ website.

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Monogram Font Projects with Silhouette

The latest edition of the Crafting Creativity series is here. I’m sharing creative ideas and project inspiration with a Monogram Font by Quietfire Designs. See ideas for using one design to create MORE! Check out the full blog post on the Silhouette Secrets+ website to see the projects, tips, supply lists, and additional resources.

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Custom Etched Monogram Gifts & Decor with Glass Etching

In this blog post I’m sharing a look at a custom glass etched piece created with a stencil designed and cut in Silhouette. I love creating custom gifts for friends and family with my Silhouette. Etchall etching creme makes it easy to create even more unique items too! Check out the full blog post on…

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Creative Projects that Sparkle with Clikchic Designs

The latest edition of the Crafting Creativity series is here. I’m sharing creative ideas and project inspiration with a design by Clikchic Designs featuring the Time to Sparkler design. See ideas for using one design to create MORE! Check out the full blog post on the Silhouette Secrets+ website to see the projects, tips, supply…

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3D Mixed Media Canvas Creation with Silhouette

In this blog post I’m sharing a recent project creation that combined several different cut files with Silhouette and created a 3D masterpiece. This was an artwork piece that I had on display at Creativation 2026. I love being able to create unique and custom works with a cutting machine. The biggest factor that it…

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Easel Card Design with Silhouette

In this blog post I’m sharing an easel card design that is great to customize for many different occasions. I combined the cut file by Lori Whitlock with stamps from Emerald Creek. This is a great card file to have cut and ready to customize whenever you need a quick card.

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Create More: Creative Projects with Wispy Willow Designs

The latest edition of the Crafting Creativity series is here. I’m sharing creative ideas and project inspiration with a design by Wispy Willow Designs. Create MORE with you designs. Check out the full blog post on the Silhouette Secrets+ website to see the projects, tips, supply lists, and additional resources.

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Easy Summer Craft Camp for All Ages

I’m sharing a video on how easy it can be to set up a craft camp for all ages. No skill necessary. Use the supplies you have on hand and just have fun! I used my Silhouette to help create blanks for us to use. Check out the ideas and see the fun we had…

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Hybrid Card Design with Silhouette

In this blog post I’m sharing the details and supplies I used to create a hybrid card with digital and physical products. Check out the full blog post & more detailed photos on the Silhouette Secrets+ website.

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From the Trade Show to Craft Room | Glassboard Studio Demo – Project Remakes

Sharing more details from Creativation 2026 by NAMTA. For those who couldn’t attend, I am sharing a remake of the demos that I did in the Glassboard Studio booth on the trade show floor. I’ve also included a supply list for the projects show, additional videos, and links to other Creative Professionals who shared from…

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Creative Community with EllyMae Updates – June 2026

The Creative Community with EllyMae started in January 2026 and is going strong. In this blog post, EllyMae is sharing a recap of the in-depth tutorials shared so far in the Community Vault. See all the details and photos of the project ideas in the blog post recap on the Silhouette Secrets+ website.

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Creative Projects with Mixed Media Designs

The latest edition of the Crafting Creativity series is here. I’m sharing creative ideas and project inspiration on how to use mixed media designs. Check out the full blog post on the Silhouette Secrets+ website to see the projects, supply lists, and additional resources.

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How to Make ATCs (Artist Trading Cards) with Silhouette

Have you ever made an ATC? Find out how you can easily design a ATC in Silhouette Studio in this blog post or use the techniques shown to create other digital design projects too! Check out photos, a video tutorial, supply list, and additional resources on the Silhouette Secrets+ website.

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Sketch Without a Mat on Any Silhouette Machine

Did you know you can create beautiful sketch projects with your Silhouette machine without using a cutting mat? In this post, I’m sharing how I used the May 2026 featured Silhouette Secrets+ newsletter design to create a matless sketch project, complete with watercolor and acrylic paint marker finishing. Learn important machine setup tips, material orientation…

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Silhouette Sketching on Mixed Media Paper + Print & Cut FAIL Retest | Creativation 2026 Demo

I attended the Creativation 2026 Tradeshow hosted by NAMTA and had the incredible opportunity to demo in two booths right on the show floor — the Pointer USA booth and the Glassboard Studio booth. This marks my third year attending Creativation, and every year I walk away with even more inspiration, techniques, and creative ideas…

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Sketching with Silhouette & Watercolor Finish | Easy Mixed Media Project

Check out the latest blog post where I share a look at my process I took while testing for a demo I’ll be doing at a trade show event. I found a mixed media paper that cuts very well with a Silhouette and I’ve been sketching away. I’ve already used one pen entirely in the…

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DIY Glass Etching with Etchall on a Floating Frame

Discover how easy it is to create elegant custom home decor with DIY glass etching and Etchall! This floating floral frame project combines frosted etched details with beautiful layered elements for a stunning personalized display. Visit the Silhouette Secrets+ website to see close-up project photos, creative design inspiration, and all the details on how this…

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Silhouette Cameo Pro MK II Tips for Cutting Large and Long Vinyl Projects Successfully

If you’ve ever struggled with long vinyl cuts or wondered how to get more consistent results on large-scale projects, this is a must-see. In this Silhouette Cameo Pro MK II deep dive, you’ll find practical tips and workflow strategies designed to help you cut longer lengths of vinyl with greater accuracy and confidence.

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How to Make a Kentucky Derby Hat at Home | Easy DIY Derby Fascinator

This was not a project that was on my to do list last week but started taking over in my head and came together rather quickly. Not only was it a quick project, but I love how it turned out. See how easy a DIY Kentucky Derby hat can be to make in this new…

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4 Confusing Silhouette Studio Tools that Surprise Users Most

One of the most common questions we see when troubleshooting with Silhouette users is “What is this?” and “Why did this appear?”. There are 4 tools in Silhouette that are most often confused by user’s and the answers that they get on social media can be very mixed up and often inaccurate. In this blog…

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Unboxing the Silhouette Cameo Pro MK II & Tips for Success

New unboxing video with the Silhouette Cameo Pro MK II and tips for being successful with this machine model. Check out all the details on the Silhouette Secrets+ website.

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Brilliant Living Digital Kit by Nitwit Collections – Crafting Creativity

Th latest edition of the Crafting Creativity series is here. In this blog post you’ll see projects created using the Brilliant Living Digital Kit by Nitwit Collections. From layered cards, tags, and even sublimation projects – I share how easy it is to work with digital kits in Silhouette Studio to create fabulous projects. Check…

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Crafting Creativity: 1 Bunny File, 5 Creative Projects with Studio Ilustrado

At first glance, this file may look like just a card file, but it is so much more. In this Crafting Creativity blog post, I’m sharing how you can take one file and create 5 different projects from it using a variety of materials. You don’t have to box yourself in with a design -…

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Silhouette Cameo5α (Alpha) Unboxing

Sharing unboxing details of the Silhouette Cameo5α Alpha machine model. I released 2 videos of unboxing the machine and setting it up back in September 2025 shortly after it was released and have been putting it through the paces with testing. Check out more details on the Silhouette Secrets+ website.

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Custom Etching Martini Glasses with Silhouette

Glass etching is a great way to create unique projects or gifts. In this blog post I’m sharing custom etched martini glasses created using the Conical Warp Tool in Silhouette Studio. View the full post on the Silhouette Secrets+ blog.

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Silhouette Tutorial: Layered Card Design with Brilliant Digital Kit

Just a quick post to share the newest video tutorial on the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel that features a step-by-step tutorial on creating a layered card design using a digital kit by Nitwit Collections.

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Silhouette IPT (Intelligent Path Technology) – What Is It?

Silhouette Intelligent Path Technology (IPT) was first announced at Silhouette Summit 2023. I recently was asked some questions regarding this unique cutting method and this blog post explains how it works and provides accurate information into the setup & what IPT is. I have included a demonstration of the IPT cut method too. Check out…

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Troubleshooting Fonts in Silhouette Studio: Fix Font Issues

Fonts showing up as rectangles or missing entirely in Silhouette Studio can be frustrating—but there is a reason it happens, and an easy way to fix it. In this post, I’m breaking down the most common font issues Silhouette users run into and sharing simple troubleshooting tips to get your text working correctly again. If…

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