Editing Photos In Studio For Cutting With The Silhouette

On the Silhouette Plus forum members come on and ask questions of the forum.The questions can be as simple as an explantion of making a Print andCut or as complicated as computer issue. The wonderful minds and thoughtfulness of the group there always comes forward to help new and old Silhouette users. The Silhouette Plus group sure makes being a Silhouetter a lot of fun.

A couple of members on the forum has asked about editing pictures to cut on the Silhouette. Many of the members have wonderful photo editing software which makes this task very easy. For those who don't have this kind of software wanted to know if it could be done in the Silhouette Studio software. The answer is yes! :-) It is a bit more time consuming but the results are nice. I use Photoshop CS5 to do my photo editing but, I wanted those who don't have software like Photoshop be able to change up and edit their photos so, I made another video tutorial to show the process.

If you would like to try out this technique; please take a look at the new videos I posted to YouTube. I actually made tow new videos since another question was asked about setting up to do a decoupage as a Print and Cut. The Print and Cut is one of my favorite features of the Silhouette. It sure has saved me from some pretty achy hands. My hands us to throb after a day of crafting and now the sweet Silhouette does all of the tiny, tedious, cutting work. Woohoo! 

If you would like to take a look at the newest tutorials just click on the links below. Thanks for visitng my blog and Happy Crafting to All! :-)

Editing Photos With Silhouette Studio

Getting Images Ready for Decoupage In Silhouette Studio

Sharing Some Holiday Cutting Files

Here I am still on holiday kick and maybe jumping forward too fast but, I know us crafters like to get ahead of the holidays. Here are a couple of quick samples I made to show how these Pyramid boxes will look and how they can be used for the holidays.

Thanks for coming to visit my blog. Below are the links to your free Silhouette Studio cutting files. Happy Holiday crafting!

Tall Pyramid box

Small Pyramid Gift Box

Pop-Up Word Card Inserts

The holiday season is approaching. All of us paper crafting folks will be making cards, scrapbook pages, and more. I love cards that have something going on. Interactive, pop-up, cards are fun to make and receive. For those of you who want to add some pretty pop-up words to your cards; I would like to share this "how to" video with all of you.

It is easier to view if you go to my YouTube Channel. You can also increase the size the size of the video by going to YouTube. To give you a peek at what you will be learning I've added this picture of the Christmas card I made.

To view the tutorial click here.

Studio Designer Edition - Lattice & Adding A Border

Today is a tutorial kind of day. The house is somewhat quiet and I've managed to hold back my cough.

This tutorial will guide you on how to make Lattice with the sketch tool and, add a border with the Silhouette Designer Edition. You can use any shape to create the lattice piece you want just by following this tutorial and using the shape you need. 

To see it in a larger format you can go to my YouTube channel to view it Here

Newest Tutorial - Breaking Paths and Perforating Lines

Hello, It's been a little while since I've made a new tutorial. I managed to make this one on Breaking Paths and Making Perforated Lines without one cough...lol This cough has been a real pain in the tushy. If you want to see more learning tutorials you can check out my YouTube Channel. As members on the Silhouette Plus forum ask questions; I try to make a video tutorial to go along with the questions.

My YouTube Channel - Silhouette Tutorials

Sharing Some Silhouette Blinkies

I am so excited about the new Cameo and can hardly wait for the new baby to arrive.This will be my third Silhouette and I have to say; they are amazing and make crafting a blast! So come on OhMyCrafts send me that email telling me it has shipped.

Okay, time to get on with what I wanted to blog about. With the new Cameo on my mind I started making blinkies. One of the ladies on the forum had asked if there were any out for the Cameo. She inspired me to make these blinkies. As you can see below; I kept on making them...lol.

If you see one you like; feel free to use it. You can grab one by right-clicking and selecting "Save picture as..."

Silhouette Plus Group New Look

The Silhouette Plus forum now has a new look and new features. We now have a working search feature that is a great benefit to those who want to learn something specific. Besides the fun challenges that take place every month we also have a portion of the forum dedicated to Silhouette News. You will be getting the latest Silhouette news and updates in one place. Our creative and talented members continue to share project ideas and cutting files. This is a one-stop place for Silhouette help, tutorials, ideas, and inspirations.

 If you can't find the answer to a problem; check out our Ask the Forum. In no time one of our members will come along to thoroughly answer your question or resolve an issue. I have made many Silhouette tutorials based on questions I've received from forum members. These work out well for those who are visual learners like I am. We have other video and written tutorials shared by other members in our Tips and Tutorials section of the forum. These written and video tutorials are terrific for those new to the Silhouette Studio program and those who want to learn more.

Do just want to stop by for a little chat? Check out our Coffee Shop and "Shout Out Box".  We also have a section of the forum dedicated to Fonts, a forum dedicated to those who want to share pictures of their creations in our Gallery and so much more.

We learn, share, create, and have lots of fun. The greatest thing about the Silhouette Plus group is; it's all free! Come on all of you crafty Silhouetters come join in the fun, be a part of a community that is willing to not only learn but share what you have learned with Silhouette users. We have over 1,200 member so far and there is room for more. Come check out our new dudsby clicking on the Silhouette Plus Blinkie on the upper ight hand corner or simply click Here to check out a neat place to hang out.