Cut & Craft Craft: Digital Die Cutting

Discover the secrets of digital die-cutting, using all popular machines including Cricut, in these simple-to-follow guides for aspiring artists. Discover the secrets of digital die-cutting in this simple-to-follow guide for artists and makers! Make full use of your cutting machine’s countless capabilities with a wide range of materials from paper and cardstock to acrylic and glass. Expert crafter Laura Strutt guides you through all the key stages, from importing and adapting the design files to passing the materials through the machine and assembling 37 gorgeous projects. Whether you’re an aspiring cardmaker, sewist or jeweller, there is a project to suit all crafters, including folded paper flower wreaths, fabric bunting and bespoke cosmetics bottles, as well as leather clutch purses and etched necklaces and bangles. The 73 SVG image files can be downloaded and imported to your digital device and machine and used, or customized, for your own die-cutting endeavours. Laura's easy-to-achieve projects are suitable for all digital die-cutting machines, including Cricut and Sissix. What are you waiting for? Let’s get started! Explore the full potential of your Cricut machine! Digital die-cutting machines are the ultimate creative tool for crafters, but beginners sometimes don’t know where to start. This book provides a simple, down-to-earth guide to using your machine, including Cricut and Sizzix, and shows you how to make 37 amazing projects. This first book in the new Cut & Craft series introduces you to the basics – including the tools and accessories you need and a quick guide to using the software. The step-by-step projects offer an exciting array of ideas and designs that will really spark your imagination, and all come with clear instructions and photos, plus over 70 free downloadable SVG files. Learn how to make gorgeous paper flowers, intricate papercuts, journal embellishments, engraved jewellery and etched glassware. Explore different materials including paper, fabric, acetate and vinyl, and personalize your creations to make unique gifts and themed accessories for weddings, birthdays, Christmas, baby showers and more. If you have just bought your first digital die-cutter or already own one and are looking for fresh ideas and new techniques, then this is the book for you!