Back to Basics – Beginner Scrapbook Layout

August 16, 2022August 16, 2022 by PCC VA

Good Morning Printable Cuttable Creatable and Scrapping For Tranquility Fans!

I, like many seasoned scrapbookers, like to make elaborate scrapbook pages. Then there are times I think back to when I was first starting out. How I felt reading a lot of the blog or store posts and wished they would make it for the “newbies” or the ones just learning to start to paper piece and/or scrapbook.

Well, that is what I hope to do today and with my future posts. I am going to “get back to basics”! Today we are just going back to talk about just putting your pieces together and using only 1 piece of cardstock for your background. NOTHING WRONG WITH THIS!

Back to Basics - Beginner Scrapbook Layout

Here is my layout for this week. My grandson starts preschool for the first time the first week of September. I wanted to get a step ahead and have his layout ready!

I used the fun files Lil Crayons & Pencils Banners Set SVG Cut File & Clipart to title my page. This was such a simple way to make my title.

I counted out my letters and made the banners I needed and the colors I wanted and cut them on my Silhouette Cameo 3.

I glued them together with my Bearly Art Glue. Picking a font I wanted, I sized it down to fit the banner oval. I wanted to spell out “First Day of Pre-School”. I made a shadow for my title to make it stand out more. In the picture, it is still hard to read but rest assured, in person, there is no problem reading it. LOL

Next, I used the awesome file Crayons & Pencils Circle Monogram Frames SVG Cut File & Clipart. I thought this would be such a fun frame to use for my grandson’s first day of preschool photos. I usually take one with his sign saying what grade he is going in and a picture with his teacher. So, 2 photo frames are what I was shooting for. I made them at 5 inches each and I also cut my black mat at 5 inches. I then took small adhesive foam tabs to make the frames pop up a bit.

I left the bottom of the frame without the adhesive foam so I could fit the photo in as shown above. Of course, I will trim my photo to a round photo to fit. Then once I insert the photos I take, I will pop up the bottom of the frame with the foam squares.

The only thing left was to journal. Printable Cuttable Creatables has the cutest crayon borders called Colorful Crayons SVG Borders Set. When I looked at them, I saw adorable journal prompts and I fell in love with them! I ended up making six of them journals about his first day of preschool.

I used all primary colors for all my crayon pieces so I wanted something a little lighter for my background to make those pieces pop but still feel boyish. I went with a light blue and I really loved how it turned out.

If you have any questions feel free to message me on my blog at Scrapping For Tranquility or my Facebook fan page at Scrapping For Tranquility I would be happy to answer any and all questions and help out. No question is too silly!

Files I used from Printable Cuttable Creatables:

Crayons & Pencils Circle Monogram Frames SVG Cut File & Clipart

Colorful Crayons SVG Borders Set

Until next time……

Christi

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3D Party Number with Rolled Paper Flowers

August 15, 2022 by Kristin

Hola!!

Kavya here with a 3D party number using some beautiful rolled paper flowers cut files for a unicorn themed birthday party!

Here is my 3D themed number decor. This is a fun decoration for birthdays or any function.

I started with an A3 size 3D unicorn themed party number

Then I chose 3 different patterns from the Rolled Paper Flowers SVG set.

I used different color shades to identify them easily

Folding and rolling will be easy and fun – Just have a look how these came out!

rolled paper flower unicorn party decoration

This is how I decorated a 3d number using cut files from Printable Cuttable Creatables . You can create in your own way. Please do and mention us when you make your own project with these paper flower templates!

rolled paper flower unicorn birthday decoration

Hope you enjoyed my new DT project. Stay tuned for more!

– Kavya

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How to Make Rolled Paper Flowers – Easy Cricut Craft

August 11, 2022 by PCC VA

Hello, friends!

It’s Nancy here with a fun new project!

Today I’m sharing a tutorial on how I create my flowers,

using the fabulous Rolled Paper Flowers SVG File from the shop!

All the papers I used are from the Spring Polka Dots Digital Paper Pack.

Here are my flowers:

Here’s how I made them:

I began by printing the green polka dot paper.

I then used my Cricut Explore Air to cut a variety of leaves

from the Rolled Flowers File.

Next, I printed out three more polka dot papers: pink, purple, and yellow.

I chose the flower files that I wanted to cut and uploaded them to Cricut Design Space.

I sized each of my flowers at 5″, so I could fit two flowers on each page.

I then cut them all out.

Then I assembled some of my favorite flower-making tools:

ink and applicator (makeup sponge works great)
a foam mat (mouse pad would work),
quilling tool (skewer would work),
round stylus (paint brush or pen would work if it’s smooth and round),
tweezers (just tweezers).

Although I am showing how I made the yellow daisy-type flower,

I follow the same steps for each of my rolled flowers.

I begin by inking the edges on the rolled flower piece,

as well as the leaves.

I place my flower-cut face down on my foam mat.

Then I run my stylus over each petal, using just a little bit of pressure.

See how the petals are all curled back?

You want a nice smooth curl.

Rolled Flowers

Now it’s time to roll the flower.

For this flower, I just rolled it with my fingers.

Tweezers or a quilling tool work great for this step, especially if you want a tighter flower.

Roll the flower up until you get the center circle.

I added a dollop of wet glue to the circle, pressed the rolled part into it,

and held it for a few seconds.

If you want a looser flower, then just release the roll until it’s the size you want.

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Here is my daisy flower, right after it’s been glued.

It hasn’t been shaped or arranged yet but it’s still cute! ;o)

Those are my steps for every rolled flower:

ink, shape, roll, and glue.

Once the glue has dried, I then go in with my tweezers and do a little more adjusting.

Here are the cuts I used, followed by the finished flowers.

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This…

…became this:

The daisy flower on the right is the one I used in my sample.

It looks a little bit different now that it has been arranged.

I’ve added the leaves and a pearl center.

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This…

…became this:

Roller Paper Flowers

The addition of leaves and pearls really finishes them off nicely.

I did use a quilling tool on the left-hand flower,

but then I loosened it up for the outside rolls.

This…

…became this:

Again, it’s just a matter of inking, shaping rolling, and gluing!

I did use a quilling tool for the left-hand flower,

as I wanted a tighter roll.

I’ve only shown you half of the flowers in this file.

There are 12 in total and they are all so pretty and fun!

Grab the file and try making some for yourself.

Try different sizes and different materials.

Handmade flowers are like snowflakes,

each one is unique! :o)

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Printable, Cuttable, Creatables Product Used:

Spring Polka Dots Paper Pack;

Rolled Paper Flower SVG;

Other Materials Used:

Cricut Explore Air Machine;

Pearl Beads.

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Thanks for stopping by today!

I’ll be back soon with another fun project!

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Nancy
The Nickel Nook

School Art Fridge Magnets Craft Idea

August 9, 2022 by Kristin

Hey everybody! Leslie here and thanks for joining me on the blog today! I have a super easy and fast project to share with you today.

Every parent needs refrigerator magnets to attach their kids’ art work from school, so that was my inspiration for this project using the Back To School SVG Scrap Kit!

I typically use the separated SVG files, cut the pieces with my Scan N Cut, and assemble the projects. I did something a little different this time and used the PNG clipart files to print and cut.

Print and Cut

I picked out the six images from the Back To School SVG Scrap Kit that I wanted to use for the magnets.

Following my machine’s instructions for Print To Cut projects, I printed the images on Neenah Classic Crest 80# Solar White cardstock and cut the outlines.

I cut just the outlines several more times from 110# Solar White cardstock. The photo shows three additional cuts but I ended up cutting them four more times.

school art fridge magnets diy craft idea

Assemble Magnet Bases

I then adhered the cuts one on top of each other to make each magnet base thick and strong.

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Complete Project

The finishing touch was adding two disc magnets on the back of each one.

Thanks again for stopping by today, and we’ll see you next time!

Scrappy hugs,

Leslie

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Homework Storage Bin – How to Layer Multi-Color Vinyl

August 4, 2022 by Kristin

Homework Storage Bin – How to Layer Multi-Color Vinyl

Hi everyone! Shalon here! Today we are using the adorable Unicorn Ate My Homework (and Dinosaur Ate My Homework) SVG cut files to create a 12” x 12” storage bin for your child(ren)’s homework materials.

This is a super cute way to keep all of their pencils, erasers, flash cards, and spare sheets of paper in one portable location so it is always ready for homework time!

Her’s What You’ll Need:

Unicorn Ate My Homework SVG File
Dinosaur Ate My Homework SVG File
Oracal Brand 651 Adhesive Vinyl
Transfer Tape
Parchment Paper
Burnishing Tool (or old gift card)
Xacto Knife or Weeding Tools

Here’s the finished homework bin!

And since my youngest wants to do everything big sister does, I made this dino version bin for her!

Dinosaur Ate My Homework SVG Vinyl Decal

Now it’s your turn! Grab a cut file or two and see what you can create!

Happy Crafting!

Shalon

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How to Make a First Day of School Chalkboard Sign

August 2, 2022 by Kristin

How to Make a First Day of School Chalkboard Sign

Hi everyone, Kris here!

I can not believe that summer is half over here in Canada. Within a blink of an eye it will be back to school! For that reason, I made my daughter this First Day Of School Chalkboard sign using the First Day of School Chalkboard Sign SVG Cut File to use for her first day of Kindergarten!

The SVG file comes with pre-set designs and also comes with a click a drag feature to allow you to design your own chalkboard, putting the design elements and information that you want for your personal style!

My daughter sat on my lap while working through Cricut Design Space to create her chalkboard.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

First Day of School Chalkboard Sign SVG Kit
Chalkboard Sign, I used the Make Market brand from Michaels Canada
Oracal 651 permanent vinyl
Transfer tape
Cutting machine (I use the Cricut Maker)
I also used small scraps of cardstock, but this is totally optional – you could totally use all vinyl if you wanted to!
Precision Point Adhesive Pen

Have fun and enjoy creating this project with your little ones!

-Kris

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Sweet as Honey Scrapbook Layout

July 31, 2022 by Kristin

Hola!!

Kavya here with a scrapbook layout with some beautiful cut files. I am into Scrapbooking, so I love to make albums and layouts, cards and more.

Here is my Sweet as Honey bee theme scrapbook layout. This dimensional layout can be used as a scrapbook cover, or for inner pages too. Can also be used inside shadowbox frames, or scaled down for greeting cards, etc.

Making Process :

I Took a 10*10 inch white cardstock paper and pasted HONEY DRIP BORDERS SVG cut files

I added a 6inch wood hoop ring to the page.

and pasted a space for adding pictures inside the hoop. On the side I added the SWEET AS HONEY cut file with all layers.

Then I added a BUMBLE BEE cut file using two cardstock colors: yellow and darker brown.

Next, I added a cluster from the HONEYCOMB cut file set in layers using 3 colors: yellow, brown, coffee brown

To finish off, I added two color pearl drops from itsybitsycraftstore to make my layout more attractive and some pearl drops on the honey drip borders.

Here’s the final look of my honey theme scrapbook layout!

Printable Cuttable Creatables SVG Cut Files used:

I hope that you enjoyed my second project for the Printable Cuttable Creatables Design Team. I am waiting to see your recreation!

– Kavya

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Seashell Keepsake Glass Block

July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 by Kristin

Ever collect shells on a trip and not know what to do with them when you get home?

Display seashells from your Summer vacation in a decorative glass block with the Sandy Toes & Salty Kisses SVG cut file by Printable Cuttable Creatables!

I used this file to add beach vibes to a glass block, and give my daughter a place to store the shells she collected on our most recent vacation! (Plus, there is plenty of room to store more!)

It came out great and now she has a new piece of bedroom decor and a wonderful keepsake of our summer adventure!

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Follow this step by step tutorial to learn how to decorate a glass black!

Happy Crafting!

Shalon

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Under the Sea Mermaid Scrapbook Layout

July 26, 2022 by Kristin

Hola!!

Kavya here with an Under the Sea Mermaid scrapbook layout with some beautiful cut files. Basically I am into Scrapbooking, so I love to make albums and layouts, cards more.

Here is my Under the Sea Theme Scrapbook Layout. This would be an attractive scrapbook cover – or can used as inner pages too!

Making Process :

I took a 8 x 10 inch scrapbook paper which matches my cut files.

I made random size rosette with blue shades of cardstock. In the middle of my rosettes, I have used the bubble cut files from Printable Cuttable Creatables.

I also used the bubbles to decorate my entire layout page. It’s a simple scrapbook layout, so i just used Print & Cut for most of the cut files.

If you have a closer look at my bubble cut file you can see it is 2 layers. I added that as a side border to the layout

The Mermaid cut file clearly defines the theme and adds extra beauty. I used only the outer layer (Print & Cut) but the file includes layers so you can layer it too!

I used the Waves SVG cut files as a corner border and also attached seaweed cut files

I Used 3D tape to all the cut outs to add dimension.

After sticking the fish cut files, I attached my rosettes to give a finished look.

Printable Cuttable Creatables SVG Cut Files used:

I hope that you enjoyed my first project for Printable Cuttable Creatables Design Team 2022! I am waiting to see your recreation!

– Kavya

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Campfires & Cocktails – HTV Custom T-shirt How-to

August 6, 2024July 24, 2022 by Kristin

Campfires & Cocktails – HTV Custom T-shirt How-to

Hello! Kris here! In today’s video, I will show you how I took inspiration from a t-shirt design online and put my own spin on things using 2 cut files from Printable Cuttable Creatables:

Cozy Campfire SVG

and

Drink in My Hand Toes in the Sand SVG

This is one of my favorite things about crafting….seeing something I like and making it my own, unique style!

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Cozy Campfire SVG Cut File Cozy Campfire SVG Cut File
Drink in My Hand Toes in the Sand SVG File
Heat Transfer Vinyl – I used Kassa Heat Transfer Vinyl Sheets from Amazon
Glitter HTV – I used a small 3 inch by 3 inch left over Cricut glitter vinyl.
Weeding Tool
Teflon Protective Sheet
Cutting Machine – I use the Cricut Maker
Heat press or iron – I use a heat press in this video.

Some important things to remember, when you are layering vinyl, it is key to do quick presses for each layer, and one final longer press at the end.

Also if you are using glitter vinyl – keep it as a single layer. You can not put regular vinyl on top of glitter vinyl, so I try to keep my glitter vinyl as my last layering piece.

I hope that you enjoyed this project as much as I enjoyed creating it and love wearing it! The possibilities for these cut files are truly endless. I’m already dreaming up a cute s’mores card and a s’mores t-shirt!

Thank you for joining me today, I can’t wait to see what you create with these cut files!

– Kris

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Cute Kitten Slimline Card Idea

August 6, 2024July 21, 2022 by Kristin

Hey everybody! Leslie here and thanks for joining me on the blog today. My husband and I are crazy cat people and we rescue, so you will undoubtedly see cat-themed posts from time to time.

The slimline card I’m sharing today features the super adorable Pouncing Cat and Yarn Basket SVG files from the amazing Purrr-fect Pals Cat SVG Bundle. OMGoodness, there are a whopping 29 files in this bundle and if you are a fellow cat lover, then you’re sure to find some whimsical kitties and accessories that you just can’t live without!

I had birthday in mind when I created this card but it really could be used for just about any celebratory event.

I cut a 3-3/4″ x 9″ slimline card base from heavyweight white cardstock along with a wood-look patterned paper layering panel which I adhered to the card base.

I cut all the pieces from the Pouncing Cat and Yarn Basket SVG files (both from the Purrr-fect Pals Cat SVG Bundle) from lighter weight white cardstock and colored them with alcohol markers. This was something a little different than cutting the pieces from colored cardstock which I typically do.

I cut the inside panel from white cardstock, and embellished it with leftover patterned paper used on the front and a narrow strip of charcoal brown cardstock. I stamped another sentiment in brown ink and layered the panel on the charcoal brown cardstock.

Thanks again for stopping by today, and we’ll see you next time!

Scrappy hugs,

Leslie

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Floral Doily Card

August 6, 2024July 19, 2022 by Kristin

Hello, my friends!

It’s Nancy here with you today!

This was such a fun card to make!

I used two files from the PCC shop:

Sweet Lace Doilies SVG File,

and Spring Flower Wreath SVG File.

Here’s my card:

Isn’t that pretty?

I cut the doily base out of the teal cardstock,

and then cut the lace layer from white cardstock

Both layers were then added to my circle card base.

I used the Print then Cut feature with this pretty floral wreath file.
I sized it to fit into the center of my doily card,
and adhered it in place with foam tape.

I then used my Shimmer Marker on all the flowers to add some sparkle.

Finally, I added Nuvo Drops to some of the flowers.

I think this is such a great combination of files!
It makes such a pretty card!
I know I’ll be using them again and again!

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Printable, Cuttable, Creatables Product Used:

Sweet Lace Doilies SVG File,

and Spring Flower Wreath SVG File.

Other Materials Used:
– Cricut Explore Air Machine
– Recollections Cardstock
– Spectrum Noir Shimmer Marker
– Nuvo Crystal Drops – Simply White

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Thanks for stopping by today!

I’ll be back soon with another fun project!

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Nancy
The Nickel Nook

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