Tag: Independence Day

5X7 4th Of July Balloons Card Tutorial

The 4th of July is right around the corner.  Lori has some new 4th of July projects in her shop. Today I’m going to share a tutorial for this card (SVG, Silhouette).

The front of the card can either be created by printing or using a sketch pen.  Today I’m going to show the card using the sketch pen.

In Silhouette Studio open your file and ungroup the pieces. Place the front of the card on the mat. Click on Send, to open the Send panel.

Notice above, the cut lines are selected in red. Select the Line panel (available in some version of Studio).

Click on the box to select the No Color selection.  And change the tool to Sketch.

Now we have the red lines set to cut and the no color set to sketch.  We are ready to send to the machine.

Here you see the sketched lines.  I think it looks so cute.

Now cut all the other pieces for the card.

I then used the front piece to lightly trace the balloon outlines onto the card base.  This helps with placing the balloon pieces.  Adhere all the balloon pieces to the card base.

Next, adhere the card front to the card base.

Also, adhere the white star middle pieces and the ribbon.

There is how to make this adorable 4th of July card.  You can also sketch with Cricut software.  Similar steps. Let us know if you sketch this card with your Cricut and share your projects.

Thanks for stopping by!

Ashley

4th of July Decor Inspiration!

Hi guys, Traci here! Today, I have a great home decor project to share with you for the 4th of July. I made it using two Lori Whitlock cutting files called Pinwheel 3 (SVG, Silhouette) and Uncle Sam Hat Box (SVG, Silhouette). With it’s patriotic colors and festive paper, it’s sure to add a fun accent to your home or party.

July 4th Pinwheel & Hat Box Home Decor

I started with the pinwheels. To make them, I used red, white and blue card stock, a few Doodlebug Designs petite prints for pattern, some colorful brads, and blue plastic straws.

4th of July Pinwheels Decorations


I cut the pieces out using my Silhouette machine, folded them into place, and used brads to secure each one. Then, I punched a small hole in the end of the straw and attached the brad through the hole. So simple!

 

July 4th Pinwheel Home Decor

And … so, so cute! These pinwheels don’t actually spin but they look amazing and I absolutely ❤️ them.

 

July 4th Pinwheel & Uncle Sam Hat Box Home Decor

Next, I cut and assembled the adorable hat box. I added a bit of white shredded crinkle paper inside to help hold the pinwheels in place. You could also use this hat box to hold candy, straws, or drink stirrers. Great decor and super useful!

 

July 4th Pinwheel & Hat Box Party Decorations

I hope today’s project and Lori’s awesome files give you a little inspiration for the 4th of July. Whether you have a big celebration or just a few friends over … this will bring a patriotic vibe to your home. Happy crafting! 

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30% Off SVGs + June Blog Hop + FREE File!

Happy June, everyone! Welcome to our June 2023 Creative Team Blog Hop! The creative team has some cute new projects to share with you that will get you excited to craft this summer!! We also have a wonderful FREE FILE for you that is just in time for Father’s Day this week… keep reading to see it! 
First off, this week we have a 30% OFF SALE going on at Lori’s SVG SHOP including ALL digital files and commercial licenses now through Saturday, June 17th ! Be sure to use coupon code: JUN2023 (case sensitive) at checkout in the SVG SHOP. 
 
Next, to thank you for joining us in the hop today and sharing the hop with your friends, we have a gift for you! TODAY ONLY, You can download this Box Card Hamburger Hot Dog Grill SVG file absolutely FREE! Be sure to go grab it while you can.  (Simply add the file to your cart and it will be FREE at checkout.)
 
We have some fun new files that we are releasing today and they are all 30% off this week when you use code JUN2023 in our SVG Shop!  And, as always, my new files are available in the Silhouette Design Store as well (but they are not on sale over there). 
This week I have fabulous new patriotic themed SVG files. Are you hosting a 4th of July party? If so, these Independence Day themed SVG files will make the perfect party favor, decoration, and invitation projects. We also have new files from Jillibean, Dresden, Bella Blvd, and Quietfire.

***CLICK HERE TO SEE NEW FILES***

And, last but not least… would you like to see what our amazing team has created? Click the links below for some wonderful inspiration. If you get lost come back here to get on track Lori Whitlock, Traci Penrod, Anita Mulcahey, Ashley Cook, Cathy Harper, and Marcia Dehn-Nix.  Thanks again for dropping by! Don’t forget to use coupon code: JUN2023 for 30% off your entire SVG/digital orders in the Lori Whitlock SVG Shop now through Saturday. Have a GREAT day!
~Lori