Category: Fall

2×2 Give Thanks Mini Album with Traci

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Happy Thanksgiving! Traci here and I hope you all have a wonderful holiday filled with blessings and warm, happy moments. Today, I have a tiny scrapbook to share with you titled Give Thanks that would be so fun for those memories. And, it might be the “miniest” mini album I’ve ever made!

Look how small it is! 💕 I created it with one of Lori’s amazing cutting files called 2×2 Accordion Mini Album (SVG, Silhouette) and the Echo Park, I love Fall Collection also designed by Lori. 

First, let’s look at this little cutie, then I’ll explain exactly how I made it with a tutorial below. 

I just love that it looks like a miniature book. It has an orange and green scalloped spine, pretty pattern papers, and a Give Thanks title sticker on the cover from the 12×12 elements sheet.

Inside, there are 16 little scrapbook pages (8 double-sided). I added some fun shaped journaling spots and photo mats using a 2″ scallop circle punch and a 1.75″ circle punch by Marvy Uchida.

You could use each page in this album for photos, or … mix it up and add embellishments on some of them like I did. Above, I added the Harvest Blessings sticker from the sticker book.

The journaling spots are perfect for adding dates, names, locations, events, or … what you and your family are most grateful for this year. 

This project could be a cute little gift idea for after Thanksgiving. Make them for your guests with pictures from the holiday. Or … create this tiny album with ANY paper collection and it could be a fun Christmas present or stocking stuffer idea!

Now, for some instructions …

 

1.  I chose my papers and cut out the 8 pages, 2 inside covers, 2 outside covers, and three pieces for the spine. 

 

2.  Next, I folded the paper on the score lines for each of the pages and positioned them on my table with the 1/2″ tab on the left. 

 

3.  Then, I adhered each 1/2” tab to the back of the page before it until I had all 8 pages glued together. 

 

4.  The very first page still has a tab on the left side, so I adhered the inside front cover here. 

 

5.  The inside back cover has a tab on it, so I adhered this to the last page of the album.

 

6.  Once all of the pages are attached, I folded them into a little book and added the front and back covers.

 

7.
Finally, I adhered the 2 scallop accent pieces next to the spine on the
front and back, then used liquid adhesive to fold the orange spine around the
entire left side of the book.

 

There
is no need to adhere any of the pages back to back or to the spine. They stay nicely in their accordion shape once the spine piece goes on. Once the book is complete … it’s time to decorate!

 

I hope you’ll try this fun project made with Lori’s 2×2 Accordion Mini Album cutting file and her fabulous I Love Fall Collection designed for Echo Park.

For a video tutorial of this album, please see Lori’s YouTube video here:


Have a great Thanksgiving and enjoy your day with family and friends! 🍂🦃🧡

Shadow Box Card Scene – Fall Fox – Tutorial

Hey everyone!

I’m excited to share my latest creative adventure with you: a fun print and cut project! I know that for many people, the idea of print and cut can seem daunting. But let me assure you, it’s actually a lot easier than it looks!


Files: SILHOUETTE/SVG

When I first started, I was intimidated by the idea of aligning everything perfectly. I thought I’d end up with wonky cuts and wasted materials. However, after diving in, I found it to be incredibly easy!

Cutting the cardstock pieces:
I love to cut as many colors that I can on 1 mat, so I place more than one color on a mat.

Print:
After I sorted the printable items of my design, I printed it out on quality paper. The key here is to ensure your printer settings are correct for the best results. I used semi glossy photo paper.

Cut:
After printing, I loaded the paper into my cutting machine. so my machine could cut the images!

Putting the card together:
The card elements are super easy to piece together, as you can see in the photos below!
  

After you glued these parts together you can start to add the print and cut elements, and decorate the outside panels.

If you’re considering trying a print and cut project, here are a few tips to help you along the way:

Use Quality Materials: Good printer paper and ink can make a huge difference in the final result of the printed images.
Practice: Don’t be discouraged if your first attempt doesn’t go perfectly. Each project is a learning opportunity!

I truly enjoyed my print and cut project, and I can’t wait to make more. Remember, it’s all about having fun and experimenting with your creativity. So, if you’ve been hesitant to try print and cut, I encourage you to jump in! You might just surprise yourself with what you can create. And there are so many cute Print and cut projects in Lori her shop, go take a look!

Happy crafting!  Tamara

Time for Pie! A2 Box Card Pumpkin Pie Flowers

 Hi everyone!

The holidays are just around the corner…hard to believe they are sneaking up on us so fast.  I had fun in my little studio creating this adorable box card.  It’s Lori’s A2 pumpkin pie flower box card or you can find it here In the Silhouette Online Design Store.  It’s just too cute with that little crust edge…love it.

I used Lori’s Echo Park I Love Fall collection.  I have used this collection over and over, it is just perfect for everything this time of year.

I adore this little card.  Wouldn’t it be fun to use them as place settings at your Thanksgiving table?!
And wouldn’t it be nice it we all had time for that?!
Happy creating!
~Cathy

A2 Box Card Pumpkin Flowers Tutorial

Fall is in the air, cooler crisp mornings and the days are getting shorter.  It’s my very favorite time of the year to create, with all the wonderful Fall and Halloween collections.  I have an easy little tutorial on one of Lori’s new box cards.  They are my all time favorite and I just couldn’t resist this one.  This is the A2 Pumpkin Flower Box that you can find here in Lori’s Shop or here in the Silhouette Online Design Store.

I used Lori’s Echo Park Collection, I Love Fall!  So cute and amazing little details for my card.

First get all your pieces cute and separated to be able assemble easily.

Next, I fold all of my score lines for the box components.

 

Then I ink all the edges!

 

Now you are all set to assemble and glue all your pieces.

 

Once everything is adhered you can add adhesive to the flaps of the box components
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Start with the orange piece to form the box.
Next add the piece 2, the easiest way for me to know where to adhere it, is just to have the flaps touch the back of the box and then you know you will have perfect spacing.  So I always start from the back and work my way forward.
Add piece one and have it touch to piece two for perfect placement.
Here it is before I embellished…so cute already but you know I can’t help myself!
And omgosh!  Isn’t it the cutest!?  Love it!
Thanks for joining us today!
~Cathy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEW Shadowbox SVG Files! 25% OFF!

Hey there! Did you get a chance to check out the new releases yesterday? I’m so excited about the three new 8×8 shadowbox SVG files that I designed! There’s something for every season:

  • Gorgeous Sunset: Perfect year-round, with customizable colors and optional snowflakes for winter.
  • Autumn Bliss: Embrace all the cozy fall vibes.
  • Spooky Halloween: Featuring a fun haunted house to get you into the festive spirit.

Using foam dots between layers adds wonderful depth to each design, making them not only enjoyable to assemble but also a striking addition to your home decor. Also, the file includes the die line for the 8×8 shadowbox. However, if you have a wooden frame or something else that you would like to use, you can resize the insert layers as desired.  And, don’t forget: ALL new releases are 25% OFF until Sunday at midnight! Do any of these designs catch your eye?

***CLICK HERE TO GO TO NEW FILES***

 

Thanks for checking out the NEW SHADOWBOX FILES! Have a fun day and make something beautiful!

Sincerely,

Lori