by kristen | Jul 13, 2016 | New in the Shop
This week, I’ve added oodles of new die cuts to the shop, including a set of balloons, candles, and die cut versions of some of the words and phrases from the Hand Lettered Birthday Phrases digital stamp set, including “birthday wishes”, “happy...
by kristen | Jul 8, 2016 | Freebies, Tutorials, Videos
In this video tutorial, I’ll show you how to transform a stencil cut file into a graphic element, and we’ll use Silhouette Studio to create personalized place cards (download link for the free place card base cut file at the bottom of this post). Then,...
by kristen | Jul 5, 2016 | New in the Shop
If you’re a cake and / or cupcake lover, then the new goodies in the shop this week were made just for you! The Happy Day Birthday Digital Stamp set includes plenty of cake-tastic deliciousness, from a batter / icing bowl & spoon, to a slice of cake, a...
by kristen | Jul 1, 2016 | Tutorials, Videos
There’s just something about rainbows that’s endlessly magical, and I’ve been lovin’ on them since I was a kid. I was lucky enough to grow up in the 80’s, so there were rainbows (manmade, at least) all over the place. I even had rainbow...
by kristen | Jun 24, 2016 | Tutorials, Videos
I’ve been playing around with the Minc Toner Sheets for a few weeks now, and I’ve gotta admit that I wasn’t getting great results there for a little while. Thankfully, I figured out that I’m a total dork (well, I already knew that) and was...
by kristen | Jun 17, 2016 | Tutorials, Videos
I used cut files from the Hello Conversation Bubbles set to make this fun, handmade “hi” card. This is one of those projects that has been rolling around in my head since I released the Hello Collection, and I’m so glad that I could finally get it out of my head...
by kristen | Jun 15, 2016 | General
I’ve been bursting at the seams for months to be able to share this news with you, and today is the big day! My very first collection of exclusive stamp sets for Sweet Stamp Shop is officially available on June 15th (that’s today!), and I’ve gotta...
by kristen | Jun 14, 2016 | New in the Shop
New in the shop this week is a set of hand lettered birthday words & phrases digital stamps / overlays that are available as high resolution PNG files (in both black and white) with transparent backgrounds, as well as in vector format for specific licenses...
by kristen | Jun 10, 2016 | Tutorials, Videos
This clean and simple birthday card project uses elements from the new Happy Birthday Digital Patterns and Birthday-versary Digital Stamps + Borders Die Cuts Set for a look that’s guy-friendly but doesn’t scream “guy card”. To make the card, I...
by kristen | Jun 8, 2016 | Tutorials
Silhouette Studio allows for so, so many design and customization possibilities (woot, woot!) and, in this tutorial, I’ll show you how I made this colorful birthday card using Studio’s print & cut and fill pattern features. Let’s get this...
by kristen | Jun 7, 2016 | New in the Shop
I just added a fun, new set of digital patterns to the shop! The Happy Birthday Digital Patterns collection features balloons, birthday candles, party hats, numbers, hearts, and more in a rainbow of colors for birthday-themed projects and beyond. Also included in the...
by kristen | Jun 3, 2016 | Tutorials, Videos
Silhouette America released the Mint late last year, and I’m so excited about this little machine, which allows you to create your own custom stamps. In the video below, I’ll show you what’s in the box, as well as how to make your first stamp using...
by kristen | Jun 1, 2016 | Tutorials
This project gave me an excuse to use the Deco Foil Peel ‘n’ Stick Toner Sheets, which foiled and cut so nicely. I’ve used the Minc Toner Sheets, which are thinner and slightly less glossy than the Deco Foil sheets, but I got great results with both....
by kristen | Dec 11, 2015 | New in the Shop
I am so super excited to finally be able to reveal my new holiday gift box collection! These boxes are sure to add a special touch to all of your holiday gifts and treats, and they’re pretty darn cute, too, if I do say so myself. The collection includes Sparkle...
by kristen | Dec 11, 2015 | Tutorials
These are the assembly instructions for the Santa Claus cylinder gift box. To see all of the gift boxes in this collection, head over here. DIY Die Cut Cylinder Santa Claus Gift Box Here’s what you’ll need: a variety of colored cardstock (80lb. or less...