In this tutorial I'm going to walk you through how you can take a basic wood ornament and apply a DTF transfer in less than 15 seconds with stunning results.
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Game Changer: Make Wood Ornaments with DTF Transfers
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
DTF transfers aren't just for apparel. You can put them on wood too and it's a game changer!
Most people think direct-to-film transfers are only for shirts, but they work really well on wood surfaces like ornaments, magnets, and signs.
How to Add HTV to Wood Slices with a Heat Press
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Wood isn't the easiest thing to get vinyl to stick to - that's why I like to use HTV on wood.
You can actually heat press directly onto wood - including wood slices. The great thing about putting heat transfer vinyl on wood slices is you can use your heat press!
You can actually heat press directly onto wood - including wood slices. The great thing about putting heat transfer vinyl on wood slices is you can use your heat press!
How to Size a Design for a Tea Towel in Silhouette Studio
Thursday, December 5, 2024
If you're wondering how to size designs to fit on your project the concept is the same whether it's a shirt or a tea towel or a wood sign.
You need the design to appropriately fit the space.
In this example we'll work with a set of tea towels to give you some ideas for how to create a quick mockup in Silhouette Studio to help you size your design.
Ideas for DIY Christmas Ornaments 2023: YES! It's That Time Already
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
It may be hard to believe that it's time to start thinking about DIY Christmas Ornaments to make with Silhouette...but for small businesses and crafters setting up shop at craft fairs it's time to prep for the 2023 holiday season!
I gathered 12 of my most popular DIY ornaments and the tutorials that go with them so you can get some ideas and inspiration in a hurry.
Be sure to check out the video on Youtube all of the links to the tutorials to match the ornaments are in the description there.
Will you be selling or gifting DIY Christmas Ornaments in 2023? Leave a comment.
Note: This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on them and purchasing products through my links, I receive a small commission. That's what helps fund Silhouette School so I can keep buying new Silhouette-related products to show you how to get the most out of your machine!
Tips for Putting Heat Transfer Vinyl on Burlap
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
If you're wondering "can you use heat transfer vinyl on burlap" the answer is yes! Read on for how to put heat transfer vinyl on burlap so it sticks.
To make it easier to put heat transfer vinyl on burlap, you want to start with a design that has a good amount of surface area. Designs with small intricate details have less adhesive making it harder to using iron on vinyl on burlap.
How to Change SVG Size in Silhouette Studio to Fit Project
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
When you've found the perfect SVG design for your project, but you need to change the SVG size, it's easy to do in Silhouette Studio.
You might need to modify an SVG file for any number of reasons including changing the SVG color or it's layout. This tutorial will show you how to change SVG size and layout so the design perfectly fits.
Tips for How to Apply Vinyl to Round Ornaments
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Before making your own vinyl ornaments, be sure to check out our best tips for how to apply vinyl to round glass or plastic ornaments. You'll thank us later!
Following these tips will help to avoid wrinkled vinyl which can happen when the vinyl is placed on a round surface.
How to Use Silhouette PixScan To Size Your Arabesque Tile Ornaments Perfectly
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
If you want to make sure that an arabesque tile ornament design is the right shape for the tiles you have, then here's how to make sure they fit perfectly!
In this tutorial, we'll share how to use the Silhouette PixScan mat with your arabesque tiles and ornament designs to make the perfect ornament templates!
How to Customize Ribbon with HTV and EasyPress Mini
Thursday, December 16, 2021
It's so easy to customize ribbon with heat transfer vinyl and the Cricut EasyPress Mini!
I love this for Christmas ornaments, gift wrapping, and bows.
I love this for Christmas ornaments, gift wrapping, and bows.
Free Silhouette Design: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas (Commercial Use Available)
Friday, December 11, 2020
It's freebie time here again at Silhouette School!
Not that anyone is complaining...especially around Christmas! We are throwing out all of the best designs for you!
How to Create a Floating Ornament Template in Silhouette Studio
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
If you've ever wondered how in the world you can make "floating" designs inside an ornament, then wonder no longer!
It's actually extremely easy to create and customize your own floating designs for baubles of any size. All you need to know is how to make your own template for them. Keep reading to learn how to create your own floating ornament template for any size bauble ornament.
How to Apply Vinyl to a Wax Candle
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Just when you thought you might have applied vinyl to just about every surface in your home, here's a quick and easy home decor project using permanent adhesive vinyl on wax candles!
This is really easy to do, but there's a few simple tricks to making sure you get a good stick with the vinyl on the wax. Keep reading to find out how to do it!
9 Must Have Christmas Blanks (and Where to Get Them!)
Monday, November 16, 2020
I'm a sucker for blanks...probably because I love to customize a blank slate using my Silhouette. Of course around Christmas I have even more of an excuse to stock up on craft blanks with all the decorating and gift giving.
Today I'm sharing 9 of my favorite Christmas blanks...and where to get them! Christmas Blanks for Crafters.
Silhouette Gift Ideas! 2020 Wish List (And Why Shopping This Year is So Different)
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
As I've done every year for the last several on Silhouette School, I'm sharing a Silhouette Holiday Gift Giving Guide!
Whether you're looking for craft gift ideas for yourself or want to drop a hint or two to Santa...our 2020 Silhouette Gift Guide should be helpful.
This year holiday shopping - for Silhouette, craft, and pretty much all other items - is going to be different. The pandemic has created a massive divide between supply and demand..which is not only impacting availability, but could also impact the traditional holiday sales. With what's expected to be even more online shopping than in previous years, significant shipping delays are also expected. So here's my best advice...
Free Silhouette Santa Sack Design
Friday, December 13, 2019
Time is flying by and another Freebie Friday is here!
Of course this week has got to be Christmas themed and I thought all of your would LOVE this Santa Sack design!
Of course this week has got to be Christmas themed and I thought all of your would LOVE this Santa Sack design!
How to Put Inkjet Printable Heat Transfer on Wood
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Inkjet Printable Heat Transfer material isn't just for apparel...you can also apply it to canvas and wood!!
If you're like me and you hate painting but you have multi-color designs you need to put onto wood which would require a lot of layers of HTV - use printable inkjet instead! The process is as simple as print then press.
If you're like me and you hate painting but you have multi-color designs you need to put onto wood which would require a lot of layers of HTV - use printable inkjet instead! The process is as simple as print then press.
How to (Perfectly) Decorate Charger Plates with Silhouette
Monday, November 11, 2019
It's that time of the year ago when Santa Cookie plates are a popular craft! But how do you get the design and text to perfectly fit around the rim of the plate?
The easiest way to decorate charger plates is to first have the charger plate in hand. I got four of these gold charger plates at Dollar Tree last year.
The easiest way to decorate charger plates is to first have the charger plate in hand. I got four of these gold charger plates at Dollar Tree last year.
Free Silhouette Studio Basic Christmas Design Set (and GIVEAWAY!)
Friday, November 8, 2019
It's Freebie Friday and this week I have a special set of Christmas Silhouette designs for you..and a giveaway (read to the bottom for all the details!)
It's a basic set with big potential...
5 Tricks to Putting Vinyl Designs on Round Christmas Ornaments (Silhouette Video Tutorial)
Tuesday, December 4, 2018
This time of year everyone is putting vinyl on Christmas ornaments...but, man, can that be easier said than done!!
Today I'm sharing 5 tricks for putting vinyl on round Christmas ornaments without the wrinkles!
Today I'm sharing 5 tricks for putting vinyl on round Christmas ornaments without the wrinkles!
Two Free Sets of Christmas Gift Stickers and Tags
Thursday, November 22, 2018
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you're enjoying your day with those you're most thankful for.
I count my Silhouette School family among those I'm most thankful for. To show you all my gratitude for your continued support I'm sharing two free sets of sticker designs.
I count my Silhouette School family among those I'm most thankful for. To show you all my gratitude for your continued support I'm sharing two free sets of sticker designs.
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