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Photography Tips For Paper Crafters – Part 1

Photography Tips For Paper Crafters – Part 1

A photographer went to a socialite party in New York. As he entered the front door, the host said “I love your pictures – they’re wonderful; you must have a fantastic camera.” He said nothing until dinner was finished, then: “That was a wonderful dinner; you must have a terrific stove.” – Sam Haskins
Sam Haskins is 100% correct! Knowing how to …


Using SVG Files with Silhouette Studio Designer Edition

Using SVG Files with Silhouette Studio Designer Edition

If you have a Silhouette Cameo and/or Silhouette SD, you can now cut our amazing library of SVG files using the Silhouette Studio Designer Edition software! The “Designer Edition” is a special upgraded version of the Silhouette Studio software. Designer Edition does NOT come bundled with your Cameo or SD, but upgrading is simple and will cost you around $50. You can …


Sizzix eclips Scoring Video Tutorial

Sizzix eclips Scoring Video Tutorial

Sizzix eclips

The Sizzix eclips has a unique scoring feature that has the potential to give your projects a more polished look! Instead of cutting perforated score lines, you can tell the eCAL software to score these lines instead! The Sizzix eclips scores by “lightly” pressing the blade against the paper instead of cutting all the way through! It’s …


Sizzix eclips FAQ

Sizzix eclips FAQ

Important! Before you perform any of the troubleshooting below, make sure that you have the latest version of Sure Cuts a Lot for eclips (eCAL) installed on your computer.

You can check your version number by clicking on the Help option in your toolbar and then selecting About eCAL.

The latest version of eCAL can be download by visiting CraftEdge.com http://craftedge.com/download/download.html

Sizzix eclips Troubleshooting

My mat is slightly bowed and I think it may be causing some issues during loading or cutting. What can I do?

I have accuracy issues with Print-2-Cut. What can I do?

I get random lines when cutting. What causes this and how do I correct it?


Sizzix eclips Print-2-Cut Video Tutorial

Sizzix eclips Print-2-Cut Video Tutorial

The eCAL Print-2-Cut feature allows crafters to add patterns or custom colors to their SVG files and then print them with an inkjet or laser printer and cut the resulting images with their Sizzix eclips personal cutting machine. This video tutorial covers the following:

  • Checking version of eCAL software
  • How to update eCAL
  • Changing from two-point registration to three-point registration
  • Downloading and Unzipping SVG files
  • Working with Zip


Silhouette Cameo – Sure Cuts A Lot 3.011

Silhouette Cameo – Sure Cuts A Lot 3.011

Sure Cuts A Lot 3.011 was released yesterday and with it came support for the Silhouette Cameo. By the way, it doesn’t require jumping through a thousand hoops using the print method! This is a direct cut and only requires a few steps! It should only take you a few minutes, literally! Ready?

Note: If you have SCAL 2, the upgrade to SCAL 3 is free! Click here to upgrade!

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stampables-hero

What Are Stampables?

Our new stamp line (PunkinPatchStamps.com) is rockin and rollin! Even more so since we introduced “stampables”! What are stampables? Well, its not a new concept, but the way we’re doing it is revolutionary! We’ve taken our stamps and created SVG files that fit them perfectly! And best of all, they’re free! Check out the video below to learn …


Spooky Lantern by Leo Kowal

Spooky Lantern by Leo Kowal

Rarely do I get the opportunity to actually create something with our files, but with Halloween being my favorite time of the year, I had to take advantage and make this spooky lantern using our Crisp Days of Fall SVG Kit and some elements from our Gothic Flourishes SVG Collection! I’ve even put together a video to show you exactly …


3D Flowers Reissue

3D Flowers Reissue

We’re happy to announce the re-release of one of our most popular collections, 3D Flowers SVG Kit! We’ve tweaked the files, shot fresh photos and created a brand new, thirty minute HD assembly tutorial! If you already own the set, use the form below to request the latest version. If you don’t already own the set, get it now! You will LOVE it!

Buy …


CHA Summer 2011 – The Future Of Personal Cutting Machines

CHA Summer 2011 – The Future Of Personal Cutting Machines

The recent fray between Provo Craft and Sure Cuts A Lot / Make-The-Cut has spawned a new breed of savvy paper crafters that are looking to break free from the limitations of cartridge based personal cutting machine systems. Companies like Boss Kut, Pazzles and Black Cat already support SVG files via Sure Cuts A Lot software while the Sizzix Eclips, despite being a cartridge based system, announced at CHA …