Looking for a handmade birthday card with bold tropical vibes? This flamingo-themed birthday card is bright, cheerful, and so much fun to make. Using a Print & Cut flamingo, a cheeky sentiment, a painted monoprint background, and a dry paint-style clipping mask frame, this project is perfect for Silhouette Studio users who love combining painterly effects with clean digital design.
To recreate this look, you’ll need these Silhouette Design Store files: Flamingo Watercolor Print & Cut (D-1270614) Download here Flocking Fabulous Birthday Sentiment (D-1270612) Download here Yellow Red Magenta Monoprint Background (385854) Download here Dry Paint Grunge Clipping Mask Frame (D-368127) Download here
Cut the sentiment from coordinating cardstock, or print and cut using the include offset.
Assemble the card using glue or foam tape to add depth and dimension.
The finished result is a fun, layered birthday card perfect for summer celebrations and flamingo fans alike. See the full process in the Instagram Reel! (don’t forget to follow!)
Rolled paper flowers are a beautiful, easy-to-make craft perfect for cardmaking, scrapbooking, home décor, and party decorations. With just a few supplies, you can create realistic blooms in minutes. Prefer to watch and learn? Scroll on to the tutorial or further to the bottom to watch the step-by-step video on YouTube.
Cut the Spiral Shape: Use your cutting machine or scissors to cut out a spiral flower shape from your chosen paper. The design should have scalloped or curved edges for the petal effect.
Start Rolling from the Outside: Begin at the outer edge of the spiral. Use a quilling tool or tweezers to start rolling the paper inward, keeping the bottom edge aligned as much as possible. Wider petal designs with gaps between them require a little more care to ensure petals fold in as you wind the spiral.
Roll to the Centre: Continue rolling until you reach the flat circle at the centre of the spiral. This circle acts as the flower’s base.
Let It Loosen Slightly: Once rolled, gently release the flower so the petals can relax into a more natural shape. Adjust tightness to your liking.
Glue the Base: Apply a generous amount of hot glue to the centre circle and press the rolled petals into it. Hold for a few seconds until secure.
Finish & Shape: You can lightly curl the petal edges outward with your fingers or a shaping tool like a thin paintbrush or similar tool. Add ink or embellishments if desired.
Tips:
For more realistic flowers, use double-sided cardstock or ink the edges.
Larger spirals create fuller flowers; tighter rolls form buds.
Use a thin paintbrush handle or similar to gently curl petals outward for added dimension.
Rolled paper flowers can be layered, grouped, or used alone for endless DIY possibilities.
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Looking to add the perfect finishing touch to your handmade cards? My 5×7 with liner envelope SVGs features a contrasting liner and some contain detailed cutouts on the opening flap—ideal for various themes including birthdays, celebrations, and more. Follow this easy step-by-step tutorial to assemble your envelope using your electronic cutting machine.
Contrasting cardstock or patterned paper for the liner
Double-sided tape and/or craft glue – glue may be needed for intricate cut areas
Step 1: Cut the SVG File
Start by uploading the SVG file into your cutting machine software.
Cut the envelope base using your cutting machine from sturdy cardstock.
Cut the liner using your cutting machine from lighter or contrasting paper for a dramatic visual effect.
Step 2: Fold the Envelope
Once your pieces are cut, fold the envelope along the score lines.
Fold the two side flaps inward.
Fold the bottom flap upward and the top flap downward to check the fit.
Step 3: Attach the Liner
With the envelope open and flap lifted:
Align the liner centered behind the top flap and/or cutout area keeping fold in correct position.
Apply glue or double-sided tape to the back of the top flap.
Press the liner in place carefully, ensuring it doesn’t extend beyond the edges. Note: attaching the bottom part of the liner to the inside of the envelope can cause issues with opening and closing so it may be best to leave it unattached.
Step 4: Assemble the Envelope
Apply adhesive to the bottom flap.
Fold in the side flaps and fold the bottom flap up and press firmly to secure. Let it dry flat for a few minutes before use.
The Finished Result
You now have a stunning handmade envelope that fits standard 5×7” cards. The inset cut patterns paired with a bold liner adds the perfect pop of personality and style—ideal for gifting, invitations, or patriotic occasions.
Looking for the perfect handmade card for a golf-loving dad? This layered Golf Ball Father’s Day Card SVG is the ideal craft project for your Silhouette Cameo. With its bold golf theme and dimensional layers, it’s easy to cut, assemble, and customise with your favourite cardstock colours. Follow this step-by-step tutorial to create a thoughtful and sporty card that’s sure to impress.
Materials Needed
Silhouette Cameo or Portrait cutting machine (or other compatible machine)
Optional: Matching 5×5” envelope SVG (Design ID D-181609 ) See store links for other available store options
Step 1: Set Up Your SVG in Silhouette Studio
Open the SVG file in Silhouette Studio and arrange the design elements by colour. The default size is for a 5×5 inch folded card, but you can scale it up to suit your preferences. Make sure to use separate cutting pieces for each colour of cardstock.
Step 2: Cut the Design Pieces
Load each piece of coloured cardstock onto your cutting mat and send the design to cut. The file includes:
Card base with Golf Ball, Tee & Happy Father’s Day cutouts
Golf Ball Cutout Background
Word art “Happy”
Tee Cutout Background
“Father’s Day” text cutout with optional backing layer
Card insert for your message and/or backing layer
Use a spatula to gently lift each element from the mat to keep edges clean.
Step 3: Assemble the Card
Begin with the card base laid open. Adhere the golf ball backing to the top half of the card behind the golf ball cutout, placing the tee beneath the tee cutout. Next, layer the “Happy” word art over the ball, then attach the (optional) coloured cutout backing behind the “Father’s Day” cutout text to make it pop. Finally, add the message insert inside the card which can also be used as the optional cutout backing for one of the elements.
Step 4: Optional Envelope
Complete your project by cutting a coordinating 5×5” envelope using Design ID D-181609 . It fits the card perfectly and adds a polished, professional touch.
This sporty, handmade Golf Ball Father’s Day card is a fantastic way to celebrate your dad’s favourite hobby. With a bit of cardstock and creativity, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind greeting he’ll treasure.
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Create a heartfelt handmade card this Mother’s Day using your Silhouette cutting machine. This tutorial combines a beautiful watercolor floral background with a bold sentiment for a layered design full of colour and charm. It’s a simple but elegant way to show your love and appreciation.
Don’t miss the Instagram reel showing the process at the end of this tutorial.
Optional Envelope cutting file to create coordinating envelope – Download here
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Create the Card Front In Silhouette Studio, draw a rectangle sized 10.2″ x 5.2″ and fill it with the watercolor floral background. To fill a shape with a pattern in Silhouette Studio, select the shape, open the Fill Panel, click the Pattern Fill tab, and choose your desired pattern from the available options or import your own. The slightly larger rectangle acts as a bleed, ensuring the background prints edge-to-edge.
2. Add the Card Template Paste the 10″ x 5″ card template over the background and centre it. This template includes cut and score lines to form your card base.
3. Enable Print & Cut Settings Turn on Print & Cut with registration marks enabled. Print the design on photo paper or white cardstock using your home printer.
4. Cut by Line in Silhouette Studio When sending your printed design to your cutting machine, make sure to cut by line colour. Turn off cutting for the larger background rectangle—this is only used for bleed and should not be cut. Ensure only the template border and score lines are active in your cut settings.
5. Fold the Card Once cut, fold along the score line to form your card base.
6. Import the Sentiment Open the Best Mum Ever or Best Mom Ever sentiment SVG in Silhouette Studio.
7. Cut the Sentiment Cut the sentiment from white cardstock or any colour of your choice.
8. Create and Cut an Offset Use the Offset tool set to 0.085″ to create a border for your sentiment. Adjust the offset shape as needed using the Edit Points tool, especially if you’d like to remove small inner cut areas based on your preference.
9. Assemble the Sentiment Glue the sentiment onto the sentiment border (offset layer) and let it dry.
10. Finish the Card Add adhesive foam tape to the back of the assembled sentiment and adhere it to the front of your card for dimension and impact.
Your Finished Project
A beautiful, professional-looking handmade card full of layered texture and vibrant colour—ready to make any Mum or Mom feel extra special this Mother’s Day.
Looking for the perfect envelope to match your card? Make it extra special with my Square Envelope Cutting File—ideal for creating a beautifully coordinated finish!
Scroll on to see the video of the card making process.
Graduation is the perfect time to get creative with your cutting machine and whip up something extra special. Today I’m showing you how to make a fun and cheerful graduation card using my Smart Cookie Graduation Print & Cut File, You’re Such a Smart Cookie sentiment, and coordinating Vintage Grade School Lined Paper Background and Dry Paint Grunge Clipping Mask Frame. This design set is perfect for celebrating all those clever cookies heading off to their next adventure. Don’t miss the instagram reel here showing the process or check it out from the bottom of this tutorial.
Use the Dry Paint Grunge Clipping Mask Frame to create a beautifully distressed border around your background design, as shown in the full tutorial linked here. This grunge clipping mask adds a textured, handmade look that pairs perfectly with the school-themed lined paper. If your card design fits within the Silhouette print and cut registration area, you can take advantage of the Print & Cut feature for crisp, accurate cuts. My card was a 5×7 size, which exceeded the print and cut limits, so I made an approximation for placing and cut with my Silhouette Cameo instead. You can also score and cut the card base by hand, especially if you prefer a more flexible workflow. While I don’t often hand-cut, it’s a great backup when needed. shape. It is not often I opt for that option. Usually only if I make a mistake and need to fix an error!
Step 2: Print & Cut
Open the Smart Cookie with Graduation Cap and matching sentiment in Silhouette Studio®, then copy and paste them onto a new project page. Resize the elements to suit your preferred card dimensions—for example, a 5×7″ card front works beautifully. Enable registration marks and arrange to fit within cut borders for accurate cutting, making sure none of the design enters cross hatched areas. Then print the design onto high-quality photo paper or white cardstock for the best results. Load the printed sheet into your Silhouette cutting machine and let it precisely cut each element. Be sure to keep the original sentiment cut line intact, as you’ll need it to create an offset layer for a clean, professional-looking sentiment border.
Step 3: Cut Sentiment border
Choose a piece of coloured cardstock to use as the sentiment border, then create an offset from the ungrouped sentiment outline in Silhouette Studio®. To do this, select the ungrouped sentiment outline and click the Offset tool from the right-hand toolbar—it looks like a small star icon. Adjust the offset distance to your preference for a balanced border around the sentiment, then cut the offset shape from your chosen cardstock to add dimension and contrast to your finished card.
Step 4: Assemble Your Card
Use adhesive to glue the sentiment border to the back of the sentiment pieces. Use foam tape or adhesive to attach the Smart Cookie and sentiment pieces to the front of the card for dimension. You can also pop up the cookie separately for extra depth!
Step 5: Add Finishing Touches
Consider adding enamel dots, twine, or a little glitter to bring even more charm to your finished piece. You could even personalise the inside with a printed message or handwritten note.
This smart cookie card is a playful way to congratulate someone on their big achievement. It’s quick to make, full of personality, and totally customisable for any age or stage.
Looking for more cardmaking designs or coordinating elements? Check out the rest of the Clikchic Designs collection.
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