In fact one of my favorite vinyl projects that my kids and i did together was entirely cut by hand however to make things easier and to get super clean cuts and intricate designs you will want an electronic cutting machine like a silhouette.
How to make vinyl sheets.
How to print on vinyl step one prepare your design and print.
Even though the printable vinyl is waterproof the laminate cover sheets extend the life of your vinyl especially when you are using them in the elements such as the beach.
Go to the page setup panel select the leftmost tab for page size and set the size to letter 8 5 x 11 in or to whatever size vinyl sheet you are using.
Here s a pic of my finished spiker and i will share part 2 using designer edition designer edition plus in my next blog post.
A template or pattern is essential for accurately cutting your vinyl floor.
You do not have to have an electronic cutting machine to work with vinyl.
If you re using outdoor vinyl for car stickers choose that from the menu.
All you need to do is go to your favorite scrapbooking or crafting programs or websites to get high resolution pattern images that you like and download and print them onto printable vinyl sheets using your inkjet printer.
The software will detect its presence and ask you what material you are using image 2.
In this case i am using permanent adhesive vinyl because i m going to put the sticker on a tablet case.
I love finding unique ways to organize my craft supplies efficiently and attractively.
At this point you could simple cut and apply your decals but if you want them to be.
Learn how to build a space saving craft vinyl storage tower to store all of your craft vinyl rolls and sheets while still seeing what you have.
If you are cutting your decals by hand then you just need to use any photo.
Open up a new design in silhouette studio.
Step two apply vinyl laminate.
So until next time.
Neglecting to make or properly use a template when working with sheet vinyl.
You can even find free printable patterns to create your own fun projects such as these jack o lantern face pieces.
Make sure your maker is turned on and ready.