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How to Make ATCs (Artist Trading Cards) with Silhouette

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Have you ever heard of an ATC? Or Artist Trading Card? They are a very popular thing to create to swap or pass out to other creatives at events or even through the mail. I had a good friend many years ago who collected them and would put them into trading card pockets. I thought it was such a neat idea. Then fast forward and I started attending Silhouette events and started making things to trade. Without even thinking about it, I was creating ATCs and swapping them. ATCs can be created with physical supplies or digital supplies and then printed. There is NO WRONG WAY to create one.

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When I’m traveling, I like to make digital ATCs, so they take up less room and are not bulky. And you don’t even need to own a Silhouette machine to create and print from Silhouette Studio. The Silhouette Studio software basic edition is free for anyone to download from Silhouette America.

Here is a look at the ATC design in Silhouette Studio that I created for Creativation 2026 that was held in St Louis. I used a colorful background pattern, mixed media design, and a font by Sarah Hurley, along with a St Louis svg I found.

Colorful graphic design featuring the text 'LIVE YOUR DREAMS' and 'ST LOUIS' against a vibrant background with abstract shapes.

Now, one thing to note, if you want to open svg files in Silhouette Studio, it does require a software upgrade to Designer Edition or higher. Find more details on that HERE.

Once I had the design how I wanted, then I grouped it all together and replicated the design and centered them all to the page.

Design layout featuring multiple artist trading cards (ATCs) with a colorful background, text reading 'LIVE YOUR DREAMS', and company branding at the bottom, displayed on the Silhouette Studio software interface.


I also wanted this one to be a double-sided ATC so created a second page by using File > Save As, then deleting the details inside the rectangles and adding new information. This ensures that the design placement is exactly the same for both sides.

Screenshot of Silhouette Studio software displaying a design for business cards with a template for ATC (Artist Trading Cards) stickers.

Now, the biggest thing about a double-sided print is figuring out how your printer loads, pulls the material through the machine, and which side it will print on. Every printer is different and the only way to know is to test it and make a few mistakes. It never fails every time I do this that I have a few I mess up.

A close-up image of printed stickers featuring the text 'Live Your Dreams' and colorful abstract backgrounds. A hand with a ring is holding the sheet of stickers.

Since my design is straight lines, I opted to not use print and cut and have the registration marks take up space or spend the time loading each page into the machine for it to be cut out. I grabbed 2 of my paper trimmers, a 12″ to cut the long lengths and then a smaller one to cut each card apart. It ended up being faster to do this than if I let the machine do it for me and I can get more to a page.

However, if I have a design that needs to be cut exactly around the design, then I definitely set up a print and cut project.

A crafting workspace featuring a paper trimmer, colorful printed cards with the text 'LIVE YOUR DREAMS' and 'ST LOUIS', various art supplies, and a cutting mat.

I share the full creation process of the ATCs in the video below or on the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel.

Supplies to Create ATCs in Silhouette

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What will you create today? Sometimes it’s fun to just play around and put things together to see what happens, even if you don’t have a purpose for it at the moment.

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A close-up of an Artist Trading Card (ATC) displayed on a cutting mat with colorful designs, featuring the text 'Live Your Dreams' and 'ST LOUIS'.

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Troubleshooting Fonts in Silhouette Studio: Fix Font Issues

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Have you ever opened Silhouette Studio, started designing with text, and instead of a beautiful font you’re greeted with rectangles, boxes, or missing letters? Font issues in Silhouette Studio are a common frustrations that we see when troubleshooting with users—whether fonts don’t show up at all, won’t display correctly, or refuse to work the way you expect. The good news? These problems usually have simple explanations and easy fixes once you know what to look for.

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Watch the video below or the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel and it walks you through exactly why font issues happen in Silhouette Studio and how to troubleshoot them. In this tutorial, you’ll learn why fonts show up as rectangles, a glimpse at previewing fonts, why fonts can go missing or seem like they are missing, and how to reinstall fonts correctly—including whether OTF or TTF files work best. If you’ve ever wondered “Why is my font doing that?” this video will help you get back to designing quickly and show how to avoid some of these issues.

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A black sign and a light purple mug, both featuring the word 'Create' in a stylish font. The sign is positioned on a cutting mat next to a craft machine.

If you’re ready to go beyond troubleshooting and really learn how to use fonts to create your own designs in Silhouette Studio, come join us in the Creative Community with EllyMae | Crafting & Troubleshooting site. Our February 2026 exclusive member video covers working with text, fonts, and design techniques so you can move from simply typing words to confidently creating custom designs with fonts. It’s the perfect next step if you want to unlock the creative power of text in Silhouette Studio and design projects that are truly your own. In the 96 minutes step-by-step video tutorial I cover everything from where fonts are stored, font storage, designing with glyphs, offsets, compound paths, combining shapes, and more! Create 10 unique designs in less than 2 hours and then take and use those techniques to create even more!

A black t-shirt featuring the word 'Create' in a vibrant pink script font.

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How to Make a Peekaboo Layered Calendar in Silhouette Studio | Easy Cutout Calendar Tutorial

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If you love layered paper projects and clever cutout designs, you’re going to enjoy today’s Silhouette Studio tutorial! In this step-by-step guide, I’m sharing how to create a Peekaboo Layered Calendar—a cutout-style design where the background shows through for unique look. This tutorial walks you through the full design process in Silhouette Studio, along with a supply list, and helpful tips with your Silhouette software. Whether you’re crafting a calendar for home décor, gifts, or adding unique designs to your shop, this project is simple, fun, and perfect for any skill level.

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I absolutely love how this lotus flower design cut out and the pink and yellow holographic cardstock seemed just perfect for it.

A calendar for January 2026 featuring a lotus flower design cutout at the top, displaying the month alongside the numbered days. The calendar is displayed on a wooden surface.

The brand-new Peekaboo Layered Calendar video tutorial is now live! Watch the video below or on the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel below to see the full step-by-step guide and learn how to design this cutout-style calendar in Silhouette Studio. After watching, be sure to scroll down — you’ll find a complete supply list, in-progress photos of this project, and additional project ideas too!

Supplies for Peekaboo Cutout Calendar:

Optional supplies if using print and cut:

Additional design ideas shown below:

A Bit More – Peekaboo Cutout Calendar

Here is a look at my original design file showing all of the calendar pages.

A screenshot of Silhouette Studio software displaying a design for a Peekaboo Layered Calendar. The design features lotus flowers and calendar squares for each month from May to December.

When I am working with a multi-page print and cut project, I will create separate files for each page. With print and cut, it is very specific and you do not want to move anything on the screen after the page is printed.

Having each page in a separate file will allow me to be able to easily recreate the project again if I want and also allows me to setup and print page 2 and 3 while the first page is cutting. I simply copied and pasted the next set of calendar sheets onto a new design mat and saved that file as Pg 2.

A screenshot of Silhouette Studio displaying a design for a Peekaboo Layered Calendar with months labeled May, June, and August for the year 2026, with a grid background.

The holographic cardstock was thinner than my 110 lb cardstock, so I did cut an additional backing and then used an adhesive tape runner to secure the background to it. This gave it a bit more weight so it would hold the straight shape more. I also did that on the next one too because I printed the graphics on Epson Presentation Paper – Matte, so it is a lighter weight paper, but has an excellent print quality to it and I love using it.

A colorful calendar page for January 2026 featuring a hedgehog illustration with a vibrant, drippy background, displayed on a wooden surface.

I can’t just print one image on a page though, so I did make some variations on this one and printed several.

A Silhouette cutting machine with a printed sheet displaying colorful animal images, ready for cutting.

Now I can swap out the images through the year if I want to and have these bright, colorful faces to look at throughout 2026.

A layered paper calendar for January 2026 featuring a lotus design at the top. Below it, three blank cards with colorful animal illustrations on them are placed in a wooden surface setting.

And once I started with these projects, it really is hard to stop. And this is why the video tutorials or blog posts are delayed. I love creating new projects and have to force myself to stop to get other things done.

And then I go and ask my daughter what kind of design she would want. “A whale shark, of course, Mom!”

A colorful, cutout-style calendar displaying the month of January 2026, featuring a whale shark design and hearts, placed on a wooden surface, with a Silhouette cutting machine in the background.

This peekaboo calendar turned out awesome too! I had to order a bit taller easel for this design though as it measured about 5″ tall and my smaller easels didn’t work well. My daughter loves this Whale Shark design by La La Shiba and I’ve used it on quite a few projects from temporary tattoos, water bottle decals, and shirts too!

I have so many additional ideas for the calendar designs. I’ll come back and update when I get more of the peekaboo designs made.

There are so many different design ideas you can create using the same tools shown in this video. I hope you take the tools I shared and put them to use and start creating.

Here is another example of a layered desktop calendar design.

A layered calendar for January 2026 featuring cartoon chickens on top, displayed on a wooden surface beside a cutting machine.

This calendar style was created using a file called Quirky Funny Chicken Clipart found HERE.

Want to create this style? I shared how I made it in this video tutorial below.

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A Peekaboo Layered Calendar featuring a lotus flower design with cutouts revealing a colorful background, displayed prominently with the month 'January' at the bottom.

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How to Create a Tri-Fold Shaped Edge Card in Silhouette Studio: Step-by-Step Tutorial

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Creating custom card designs in Silhouette Studio is easier than you might think, and today I’m excited to share a step-by-step Tri-Fold Shaped Edge Card tutorial now live on the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel! This project is perfect for any occasion, and once you learn the process, you can customize it with your own text, images, and themes. You’ll find the full supply list conveniently located right below the video link, so you can gather everything you need and craft along with me.

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Watch the full step-by-step tutorial below. I walk you through each part of creating a Tri-Fold Shaped Edge Card so you can follow along at your own pace and customize it to match any theme or occasion. And while you’re there, I’d love your support—click the Like button, leave a comment to share what design you plan to create, and make sure to subscribe for more Silhouette tips and project inspiration. Don’t forget to tap the bell so you’re notified as soon as new tutorials are released!

Ready to design your own? Once you’ve watched the tutorial and are inspired to start creating, here are the supplies I used for my Tri-Fold Shaped Edge Card. Feel free to follow along with the same materials or customize your project with what you have on hand—either way, you’ll be crafting a unique card in no time!

Supplies for Custom Card Design:

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This is a card design that can be used all year long and for many different situations.

Here are a couple more designs that I created too!

Four custom card designs featuring colorful patterns and bold lettering with messages such as 'just for you', 'hello', 'get well soon', and 'Happy Birthday'.

Mix and match different paper patterns with the same designs to create different looks.

A handmade card featuring the word 'thanks' in a playful font, placed on a wooden table with crafting supplies like a glue bottle, tape runner, and tweezers in the background. Custom Card Design in Silhouette

This is a great way to use up scraps papers or smaller sheets too!

Two crafted cards with the word 'thanks' displayed in bold on a wooden table, alongside a glue runner and scissors, with a Silhouette cutting machine in the background. Custom Card Design in Silhouette

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How to Create Custom Sketch Designs in Silhouette Studio – Step-by-Step Video Tutorial

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Ready to take your Silhouette skills to the next level? In this step-by-step video tutorial, you’ll learn exactly how to create custom sketch designs in Silhouette Studio—perfect for sketch pens, foiling, sublimation markers, and more! Whether you’re personalizing cards, creating decorative outlines, or adding hand-drawn touches to your projects, this tutorial will show you how to design from scratch and prepare your file for sketching.

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This year I took a watercolor class from artist Tracey Weinzapfel and I’ve been creating all kinds of projects with the ideas from class. When I started designing a class for the Sublimation & Beyond Camp 2025, I wanted to see if I could recreate my designs in the Silhouette Software.

Two circular coasters featuring floral designs with the phrase 'Bloom where you are planted', surrounded by various Artesprix sublimation markers and packaging on a wooden surface.

I had so much fun in the design process of these custom sketch designs and just kept on creating flower designs just to see if they would turn out.

Preview of custom sketch flower designs in Silhouette Studio with text 'Bloom where you are planted' and 'Stop and smell the flowers'.

I used the sketch designs to create sublimation coasters using the Artesprix sublimation markers. Since the class would be viewed by a variety of cutting machine owners, I designed in Silhouette Studio and then saved the file as a SVG.

Here is the supply list for the sublimation coasters in case you want to create too!

Supplies Used:

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Watch the video below and follow along as we unlock the creative power of sketching with your Silhouette machine! Can you spot my mistake I made in the video?

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Image featuring custom sketch designs created in Silhouette Studio, showcasing two coasters with a flower illustration and the phrase 'Bloom where you are planted', surrounded by Artesprix sublimation markers.

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How to Create a Layered Stencil Design in Silhouette Studio – Step-by-Step Tutorial

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Did you miss this video tutorial? Don’t worry — I’ve got you covered! In this step-by-step tutorial from the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel, I walk you through exactly how to create a layered stencil design in Silhouette Studio. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking to level up your stencil projects, this video will show you how to break a design into layers, align them perfectly, and prep each one for cutting. Layered stencils are perfect for multi-color painting, mixed media, and more — and with these tips, you’ll be designing your own in no time! Watch the full video and start crafting with confidence.

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I used the Kingart mixed media gel sticks on some mixed media paper when testing these stencils. I am loving playing with this new form of mixed media and experimenting with it.

A tabletop scene featuring a variety of colorful markers, sketches of flowers and hearts on paper, and crafting tools, emphasizing creativity and artistry.

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Collage of layered stencil designs created in Silhouette Studio, featuring colorful flowers and leaves, alongside various mixed media tools and supplies.

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How to Create a Design in Silhouette Studio in Under 1 Minute – Quick & Easy Tutorial

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Looking for a fast and easy way to jump into designing with Silhouette Studio? In this quick tutorial, I’ll show you how to create a custom design in under 1 minute! Whether you are brand new to Silhouette or just short on time, this step-by-step guide is perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike. From shape tools to compound paths, you’ll learn how to make a project-ready design in no time—ideal for faux leather, fabric, vinyl, HTV, paper crafts, and more. Let’s get designing in 60 seconds or less!

Quick Design in Silhouette Studio

Open Silhouette Studio and grab the teardrop shape from the ​Flexishapes​ menu on the left side of Silhouette Studio.

Silhouette Studio screenshot showing the Flexishapes Tool

Left click on the design mat and drag down to create the teardrop shape to create approximately a 2″ tall shape. It does not have to be perfect. Then right click and choose Convert to Path.

Silhouette Studio screenshot showing Convert to Path

With the tear drop selected, in the top ​QAT (Quick Access Toolbar)​, highlight the numbers in the H box and change it to 2″. Press Enter.

Silhouette Studio screenshot showing QAT and Scale Tools

Double click on the tear drop shape to activate the ​Edit Points​. Click on the edit point at the top of the tear drop and 2 blue nodes will appear.

Silhouette Studio screenshot showing edit points on design

Grab the blue node on the left and drag it out so it is even with the red cut line on the left side.

Silhouette Studio screenshot adjusting edit points

Grab the blue node on the right side and move it to the right so it’s even with the red cut line.

Silhouette Studio screenshot with custom earring design

Ta-da! Ok. It probably took longer than a minute to read the steps and follow them, but you can do this again and could design this shape in less than a minute. But you don’t have to! It’s not a speed test.

If you want to create the hole for the top of the earrings. Grab the ​Draw Ellipse tool​ on the left side, hold the Shift key down to draw a perfect circle. Let the mouse button go before you let the Shift key up and you will have a perfect circle. Decide what size you would like and adjust as needed. Place the circle at the top, select both the circle and the tear drop and ​Align Center​.

Silhouette Studio screenshot showing Align Tools

With both the circle and the tear drop selected, right click and choose ​Make Compound Path​. Fill the design with color and you will see the hole is “punched out” of the tear drop shape.

Silhouette Studio Screenshot of earring design

Quick Video of Designing in Silhouette Studio

Check out this quick video below showing these steps in less than 1 minute.

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Silhouette Studio Tutorial: Designing Beautiful Projects with Digital Kits

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If you love designing in Silhouette Studio and want to take your projects to the next level, you won’t want to miss this new LIVE tutorial! In this session, we are Creating Stunning Projects with Nitwit Collections Digital Kits and Cut Files. Learn how to combine beautifully designed digital elements with cut files to craft unique, professional-quality designs. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user, this tutorial will walk you through step-by-step techniques to make your projects stand out. Plus, with viewer participation, questions were answered and demonstrated in real time, making it an interactive and engaging learning experience. Watch the replay now and get inspired to create!

Silhouette Studio Tutorial: Designing in Silhouette with Digital Kits

Skills & Techniques Covered in This Video:

Watch the New Video HERE on the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel

In the video I share how I went about designing these cards with the Warm Embrace Knick Knack kit by Nitwit Collections.

Layered cards created with Warm Embrace digital kit by Nitwit Collections

Here is a closer look at this layered card. With the high quality graphics of the Nitwit Collections digital kits and layering with 3D foam tape, you can create amazing, unique cards and projects.

Close up - Layered cards created with Warm Embrace digital kit by Nitwit Collections

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How to Create a Custom Signature Line in Silhouette Studio (Step-by-Step Video!)

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Create a Unique Signature Line with Silhouette Studio! 🖋️✨

Want to add a personalized touch to your projects? Whether you’re crafting custom cards, digital designs, or branding your creations, a unique signature line can make all the difference! In my latest YouTube video, I’ll walk you through the process of designing your own signature line using Silhouette Studio (or other design software). You’ll learn how to use the Text Tool, explore different Font Families, adjust Edit Points, and apply creative effects like Offset and Weld to achieve a polished, professional look. Ready to elevate your designs?

I’m also sharing a look at how I used this to create a custom stamp after I made the video tutorial below.

Watch the full tutorial on the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel HERE.

Creating a Unique Signature Line with Silhouette Studio

I used a font style called Haniberryku in the video tutorial – find it HERE.

Skills & Techniques Covered in This Video:

Watch the New Video HERE on the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel

Silhouette Mint Machine

After I made the video, I used the file to create a custom stamp with my Silhouette Mint machine. I love this little piece of technology. While the Mint Stamp machine is no longer manufactured, it is still a very handy tool to have around if you can get the stamp kits.

Silhouette Mint Machine to create custom stamps

Check out this tutorial for creating with the Silhouette Mint Machine – Let’s Explore the Mint & Silhouette.

You can still find the Silhouette Mint available while supplies last.

I also found Mint Supplies at Vinyl Spectrum too! Check it out HERE.
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Silhouette Mint Machine

And I found the Mint Stamp Maker Bundle at CrafterCuts too – use code SECRETS and save 10% too!

While the Mint Studio software is no longer updated, it can still be used on most computers. I was able to connect to my Silhouette Mint machine with no problems with a Windows 11 computer. However, we have seen some issues connecting to some MAC systems, but not all and the only way to know is to test it.

Find the Mint Studio Software HERE. It’s like a step back in time to what Silhouette version 2 was like. Make sure to follow my tutorial for how you can design in Silhouette and then open in Mint Studio to create your stamp.

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How to Create a Mixed Media Journal Cover with Silhouette Studio | New Video Tutorial

Mixed Media Journal Cover with Silhouette
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Looking to add a creative touch to your journal covers or other projects? In my latest video tutorial, I’ll show you step-by-step how to design a stunning mixed media journal cover using Silhouette Studio and bring it to life with physical mixed media elements. From printable vinyl to layered textures, this project blends digital design with hands-on creativity for a truly unique result! Watch the full tutorial now and get inspired to craft along with me!

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Mixed Media Journal Cover with Silhouette

I had so much fun creating this project and can’t wait to create more with the digital elements and mixing physical mixed media to add a unique touch.

I am including the supply list for what I used, but you can use what you have and just start playing around.

Supplies used for Mixed Media Journal Cover:

Designs I used in the video:

Step by Step Silhouette video tutorial creating a mixed media journal cover

Find the video on the Silhouette Secrets+ YouTube channel HERE.

And find the original blog post and short form video that is on the Grafix YouTube channel HERE.

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