Category: SVG files

3D Graduation Bouquet Tutorial

Hello, crafty friends! This is Lindsay, sharing a fun graduation project with you today. My oldest daughter graduated this past weekend, and we have been on the grad party circuit as we celebrate with her friends. It’s so fun to see how each party is uniquely decorated. We’ve also handed out a lot of cards and gifts at each stop. This project makes a beautiful centerpiece or card for that special graduate. The file is called “3D Graduation Bouquet,” and it includes the flowers, envelope, and a mini greeting card (svg, silhouette).

After I uploaded the file into Design Space, I decided to change the flowers to blue and yellow. All of the flower centers are white. This fits with the color scheme for the college that my daughter will be attending in the fall.

I began by assembling each layer. I used foam adhesive for extra dimension on the bow, flower centers and grad hat. I also popped up the top green layer for each floral bundle.

Next I shifted my focus to the white folding mechanism. This piece helps the bouquet flatten into an envelope, and it also uses a kickstand to keep the bouquet open and standing–perfect for a centerpiece! I used strong tape to hold the pieces together.   

Moving right along, I folded the piece that extends down from the long white strip. I refer to this piece as the kickstand. You will basically accordion fold the tabs until you have one sturdy piece.

Now it’s time to fold the larger part of the white mechanism and attach it to the blue vase/flower pot base pieces. The kickstand will be even with the bottom of the blue base, but it is not adhered.

Finally, it all comes together! I added adhesive to one set of the blue tabs, connecting the front and back tabs. I also added adhesive to the front of the smaller floral cluster and the back of the larger floral cluster. These get adhered to the front and back of the white X piece, which is now sandwiched between the blue vase.

I hope this inspires you to create a bouquet card or centerpiece today! This file truly has a wow factor when it is assembled! Click on the picture below, and it will take you right to the file on Lori’s site. Thanks for stopping by the blog today! — Lindsay


Birthday Card Organizer

Hi crafty friends!

Today I wanted to share something a little different than a card project. Instead of making a card, I decided to create this super cute organizer, and honestly, I think every crafty desk deserves one!

This sweet organizer is perfect for storing all your handmade cards safely in one place. You can keep your finished creations organized and ready to send, but it’s also wonderful for storing special mail and treasured cards you’ve received from loved ones. And yes…

there’s even room for your envelopes, postage stamps, pens, and other crafty essentials. Or fill it with any little treasures you want to keep close by, because crafters know tiny pretty things somehow multiply overnight!

I decorated mine with bright cheerful papers to give it a happy, playful look that instantly makes me smile when I see it on my desk.

Oh and a great extra is that the file comes with insert cards as well! and even a Calendar!

The cutting files for this project can be downloaded from Lori Whitlock’s shop HERE and they are such a joy to assemble. This project is both practical and beautiful — my favorite combination!

I hope I’ve inspired you to create one for yourself too. If you decide to make this organizer, I wish you lots of crafty fun and happy creating!

Happy crafting!
Tamara

5×7 3D Sunflower Bouquet

Hello crafty friends, Noelene here today! As you can see I cannot get enough of Lori’s new Floral Bouquets. Today I am sharing a card from her latest 5×7 Easy Floral Bouquets called 3D Sunflower Bouquet (SVG), (Silhouette). The files come with a 5×7 Bouquet & a little mini card.
After cutting out all my pieces I embossed the centre of the flowers to give a little dimension. I also inked the petals in the centre, though it is hard to see in the image.
I love how practical these files are. If you didn’t have time to make the bouquet & wanted to make a quick card, you can use the mini card & enlarge it to 5×7 as I have done here.
The bouquet folds flat to fit a 5×7 envelope!
Make sure you check out the other 5×7 Bouquets here.
For more inspiration, check out my Instagram!
Thanks for stopping by!
Hugs
Noelene 🙂

A Stack of Graduation Cards!

It’s that time of the year to make a stack of Graduation cards!
 
 I chose several files that really give you a lot of bang for your buck! These files include multiple years to use for the future as well! I have made these cards numerous times over the years because they really are so classy looking and are so fast and easy to make! 
 
They are easy to personalize by changing up the colors to reflect your school colors. You can then add school initials or add the grad’s name etc. for a bit of personalization. 
Graduation Shaped Card 2024-2037 (SVG, Silhouette)
 
Instructions for a Silhouette: enlarge the file by 200% by choosing the symbol that looks like a slash (highlighted in blue-top row on the left side)  and click 200%. That was pretty easy right? Sorry-I’m not familiar on how  you do that on the Cricut.
 
 
 I always like to add a white center insert to my cards, it’s an especially fun detail if you have a shaped card.
 
For this inside insert I took the 2026 from the file and after selecting the 2026 you can right click and choose release compound path (about 2/3 down the list). From there you can pull the outline away and delete all the little pieces. 
5 x7 Graduation Shaped Card (SVG, Silhouette)
After cutting out the Congrats Grad pieces – leave all the letters stuck to the mat. It is easier to grab the center parts of the letters and see where to glue them on your card.
Graduation Card with Pocket (SVG, Silhouette)
I just made this next one because it was fast and easy.  I decorated the grad hat like I have seen the grads decorate theirs!
I did add an additional 3×3 black square under the  maroon square of the grad hat. 
I hope you have found some fun Graduation inspiration!
 
🎓🎓🎓Sue Kment 🎓🎓🎓

Soft Floral Wreath for Mom

There is something extra special about creating a card for Mom, and this design makes it so easy to turn paper into something truly meaningful.

I fell in love with the delicate floral wreath framing the little mom sentiment.  The soft pastel palette, layered flowers and tiny embellishments give this card a light, cheerful feel~perfect for celebrating someone who means so much to me.

Mom Wreath Card in Lori’s Shop.

Silhouette Store

 

This card feels like a keepsake.  Whether you’re tucking it into a gift or letting it stand on it’s own, it’s a beautiful way to remind Mom just how loved she is.

~Cathy