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Inspired from Sadie Lish  I come from a long line of entrepreneurs. I grew up with my parents owning and running multiple businesses. Having owned two businesses of my own, I can tell you that the Silhouette Mint™ would have been a game changer for me—a game changer, I tell you! Prepare yourself to see just how amazing the Mint can be for small businesses. One of my favorite things about this amazing little machine is that it is a standalone item. You do not need the CAMEO or the Portrait to make it work. It is very user-friendly. If I can make a stamp, you will be able to make a stamp too. This machine will add the perfect personalized touch to any business. Supplies Needed: Silhouette Mint™ Mint Studio™ Mint Stamp Kit (pick a size that fits your job) Mint Ink (chose your color) Step One: Determine Stamp Size There are seven sizes that vary from squares to rectangles and range in size from 15 mm x 15 mm to 45 mm x 90 mm. Once you decide on a size...

Inspired by Christine Lustig Where are my scrapbook paper fanatics/hoarders at?! I know you’re there, and I KNOW you have saved a ton of paper scraps thinking that one day you will use them for some project. Well, today is your lucky day because you not only will be making an adorable handmade card but will also finally use those paper scraps! And once you do, you can replenish your stash and buy more cute paper. I told you today would be your lucky day! Supplies Needed: Silhouette CAMEO® or Silhouette Portrait® or Silhouette Curio™ Silhouette PixScanTM Cutting Mat Silhouette Cutting Blade Silhouette Pick-Me-Up® Tool Silhouette Studio® Silhouette Rhinestones – Clear and Rose Paper Scraps Cardstock- Red and White Black Pigment Ink Stamp Black Felt Pen Adhesive Tape Runner Glue Scissors or Paper Slicer Design ID#69055 Design ID#1030 Step One: Start with PixScanTM Place four medium-sized paper scrap pieces (about 4.25 in. x 3 in. eac...

Inspired by  Northern Engraving Nameplate Decoration Options Nameplate decoration has endless options.  Depending on the goal of your nameplate, this can be as simple as one color printed on a bright aluminum background.  Or it can be as complex as precise registration of embossed graphics with a textured background on a formed surface. Here are 10 examples to help illustrate some of the options.  Enjoy. 1)      Screen print provides bold, rich colors. Manitowoc Ice Machine bold color on aluminum nameplate 2)      Lithograph printing blends colors and achieves delicate graphic detail. Body and Soul cosmetic compact insert printed graphics on aluminum 3)      Chemical etch creates lasting impressions. Deep etch graphics on aluminum engine cover nameplate 4)      Textures with trendy patterns add perceived dimension.   Promega aluminum nameplate 5)      Mu...

Inspired by Caitlin Betsy Bell Making custom stamped fabric is a fun way to personalize a gift for your favorite guy this Father’s Day. My husband is a beekeeper so I decided that a honeycomb design would be fitting, but the possibilities are endless. I also considered other motifs like anchors or mountains or even a monogram–all of them would be really nice for this project as well. Fill the dopp kit with a few of his favorites, like aftershave, and you have a unique and thoughtful gift this Father’s Day. This tutorial walks you through sewing your own bag, but you could always purchase a cotton bag that is already made and try the stamps on it too. Supplies needed: 9 in. zipper Thick fusible fabric interfacing (thick enough to give the fabric structure) 12 in. x 12 in. fabric (I used a quilting weight cotton) Faux leather paper Silhouette CAMEO® 12 in. x 12 in. CAMEO Cutting Mat Silhouette Fabric Blade Thread Sewing machine Iron Silhouette Mint™ Custom Stamp M...

Inspired from Aki@MintedStrawberry These six awesome projects using Silhouette Temporary Tattoo Paper are sure to open up your eyes to the possibilities of this medium – they’re definitely not just for your body! Read on to see and be amazed at these projects. One: temporary tattoos I just loved temporary tattoos as a kid. They’re fun, easy to use, and best of all they’re temporary. When I discovered Silhouette Temporary Tattoo Paper, I just about jumped for joy at the thought of being able to create my own temporary tattoos using my own ideas and artwork. Create temporary tattoos and use them as party favors or personalize them with your party theme.  Check out the how-to here. Two: faux watercolor Easter eggs I’m all for creating fun and exciting Easter eggs – I’ve spent hours upon hours creating some wacky designs! But you know, it doesn’t have to be Easter to create fun, decorated eggs.  Create one-of-a-kind eggs with the help of tattoo paper an...