Hey Reader! It's all fun and games until you realize it's August!It's already back-to-school season, and Summer felt like it zipped by in a blink. My own kiddos are starting this week, and let me tell youāIām definitely leaning on some creative joy to ease us back into routines. Whether you're a parent/grandparent, teacher, or student yourself, Iāve rounded up my favorite back-to-school crafts, cut files, and freebies to help you personalize, organize, and smile through the season. š© First...
26 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
It's time for another UDesign lesson, and this week I'm showing you how to create these gnomes dressed for the 4th of July's festivities! This is our second UDesign tutorial inside Inkscape; if you missed the first, be sure to catch up here. This video is for everyone to enjoy, but there are extra perks for our A-Stars! š Hereās what you will learn in today's new video for designing in Inkscape: How to create custom shapes from existing shapes like circles and squares. Introduction on how to...
2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
This week, I ran a poll in my community and asked if you usually decorate for the Fourth of July or not. I was surprised that you all were split nearly evenly down the middle. As I silently judged my community (with love), I realized that even I don't decorate for the fourth unless I'm hosting something. So there, I told on myself...š No matter which camp you fall into, you will love this NEW Stars and Stripes Soiree collection that just dropped and our LIVE workshop happening tomorrow on...
2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Have you ever wished you could whip up your own SVG designs from scratch, but not have to create every single element from the ground up? š You're in for a sweet and juicy treat! Iām launching a brand-new monthly video series called UDesignĀ®ļø. Once per month, I'll do a creative deep dive where we use the free Inkscape software to explore fun techniques and flex our design muscles. Hereās what to expect: Each video = a new SVG technique or a step-by-step to your own personal design creation...
3 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Happy Friday, Reader!This week, Iām revealing my new Classic Grad Edit Collection before we jump into summer projects, tropical blossoms, and July 4th makes. If you are honoring a grad this year, you will love today's collection! Here is a round-up of the latest projects to celebrate those you love most during this memorable season. 3D Photo Vase Template and Tutorial Graduation Cap Gift Box (free gift for everyone!) Graduation Gown Gift Card Holder Grad Cake Topper #1 Grad Cake Topper #2...
3 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Summer has arrived in a blaze of glory. At least for us, melting at 101 degrees here in Florida! š« With Fatherās Day just around the corner, I've got lots of last-minute makes to help you celebrate the amazing dads in your life with some heartfelt, handmade crafts! The following are fan favorite freebies to enjoy, and they work great for shirts, mugs, hats, and more. Dad, the Legend of the Family SVG Grilling and Chilling SVG Daughter's First Love or Son's First Hero SVG They Call Me Papa...
3 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hey, my flower-loving friend! I am going LIVE in just a few hoursāwill I see you there? Today at 12:30 PM ET, Iāll be walking you step-by-step through how to create mini woodland bloomsāthe perfect from-the-heart gift just in time for Motherās Day. š As always, beginners are VERY welcome! CLICK TO JOIN THE LIVE CRAFT ALONG And if you canāt make it live, thatās okay! I will put a replay up that will be available through this week, BUT I have a few surprises up my sleeve you donāt want to miss...
4 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
May is one of my favorite months because of all the celebrations it can bring, Reader!This year, as I started dreaming up a brand-new season of Flowerfest at the top of my must-get-right list? The purpose and heart behind what we create and share (psst...claim your free ticket). And these new designs for this season? They were made with two intentions in mindāgifting and special occasions. And letās be honest... May is bursting at the seams with both! Motherās Day, teacher appreciation,...
4 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Happy Thursday, Reader! I am just popping in with hopes you can join me live on Saturday, 2/22, at 12:30 pm ET for a Felt Sunflower Craft-Along and Craft Tech Talk to kick off our upcoming event, the Cricut Craftfest. š„³ The main online event starts Monday, February 24th, with over 40+ never-before-seen workshops that will teach you how to master your Cricut and craft confidently with everything from iron-on to infusible ink, intricate paper projects, and more. Are you ready?! We have over...
7 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
