DIY Faux Leather Earrings using your Silhouette Cameo or Portrait (and a giveway!)
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DIY Faux Leather Earrings using your Silhouette Cameo or Portrait
(and a giveway!)

One of the most fun projects I’ve worked on lately is faux leather earrings. They are quick to make, relatively inexpensive, and a great way to express your creativity. As soon as I completed my first pair, I was hooked (no pun intended 😉 !). (Be sure to read all the way down to the…

It’s here!!! Silhouette Saturday: A Hands-On Workshop
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It’s here!!! Silhouette Saturday: A Hands-On Workshop

Caught by Design is starting off 2018 with a bang! Over the past few months, I’ve received several requests to host a Silhouette workshop and today I’m pleased to announce the first Silhouette Saturday! Early bird price of $149 available until January 31, 2018 Space is limited, so if you’re interested in attending, don’t delay…

Caught by Design 2017: The Year in Review
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Caught by Design 2017: The Year in Review

The end of the year is always a time of reflection for me and what a great year it has been here at Caught by Design! Since launching this site in February 2017, I’ve published more than 40 Silhouette-related articles including project ideas, tips, tutorials, and much more. I hope you’ve found them to be…

10 “Hidden” Features of the Silhouette Cameo 3
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10 “Hidden” Features of the Silhouette Cameo 3

Are you hoping to find a Silhouette Cameo 3 underneath your Christmas tree this year? Or did you take advantage of the Black Friday sales and are already having fun with your new machine? Whether you are brand-new to the Silhouette world or an experienced user, the Cameo 3 has several great features that you…

How to Make Floating Ornaments Using Photos (in less than an hour!)
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How to Make Floating Ornaments Using Photos
(in less than an hour!)

The Christmas season seems to get busier and busier each year – and that’s especially true for makers and crafters. But some traditions are just too important to let go, even when time is short. For me, one of those traditions is making a special ornament for each member of our family. While looking over…

The Silhouette User’s Gift Guide (Part 2) for Paper Crafting, Glass Etching, Fabric Cutting, and Heat Transfer Vinyl
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The Silhouette User’s Gift Guide (Part 2)
for Paper Crafting, Glass Etching, Fabric Cutting, and Heat Transfer Vinyl

I’m back this week with Part 2 of my Silhouette User’s Gift Guide and today I’m focusing on specialty items for paper crafting, glass etching, fabric cutting, and working with heat transfer vinyl. If you missed Part 1, you can find it here. Both lists are loaded with Silhouette gift ideas so be sure to…

The Silhouette User’s Gift Guide (Part 1) Machines, Tools, Specialty Items, and other fun stuff
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The Silhouette User’s Gift Guide (Part 1)
Machines, Tools, Specialty Items, and other fun stuff

Is a Silhouette machine on your holiday wish list? Wondering what you’ll need to go with it? Are you already a Silhouette user and looking to try some new things? Or maybe your significant other wants to put some Silhouette goodies under the tree this year but doesn’t have a clue where to start? Whatever…

Affiliate Links – the “What” and the “Why”

Affiliate Links – the “What” and the “Why”

Today is the 4th Thursday of November, also known as Thanksgiving Day in the United States. For my family, it will be a day of feasting and football, followed by a family photo shoot, a movie marathon, and just enjoying being together. Yet another activity that has become synonymous with Thanksgiving is Black Friday shopping,…

Creative Cutters: Print & Cut, Paper, and PixScan
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Creative Cutters: Print & Cut, Paper, and PixScan

It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is next week and Christmas is just around the corner. The year has certainly flown by! My ambitions are always pretty high when it comes to Christmas crafts and my “want to-do” list is much longer than time ever allows. Seeing all the cute project ideas on Pinterest and…

Silhouette Emergency Kit – A Super Simple Swap Idea (includes free printable)
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Silhouette Emergency Kit – A Super Simple Swap Idea
(includes free printable)

I’m keeping this simple today because I’m headed to Peachtree City, GA for my 3rd All Things Silhouette Conference!!! Rather than attending classes this time around, I’m volunteering as a staff member and couldn’t be more excited. It’s always fun to get together with my Silhouette buddies and I know we’re going to have a…