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With Fall in the Air lets Make a Sunflower Round
Fall is in the air so I design a pretty Sunflower Round. The Sunflower SVG has three different words you can use. You can also leave the words off and just use the Sunflower.

I made my round with a mix of paint and a wood overlay of the Sunflower outline. However, this can be done with all paint using a stencil or vinyl for the words and sunflower. This is such a versatile project. This would be pretty on a door mat, sign, tote bag, etc. So many options.

This weeks FREE Sunflower SVG/cut file can be found in the Freebie Library. File number is 51 (remember the password is always in the bottom of your weekly email from me). I have also created a video tutorial along with some quick directions below on how I made this beautiful Sunflower Round. I can’t wait to see your projects!!

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Sunflower Round Supply List
- Cutting Machine and software
- Sunflower Round (click on the link)
- Masking Vinyl (like oramask or starmask or mylar
- Prepped MDF board – I cut the sunflower outline overlay on the Glowforge. However, vinyl works too!!!
- Stain or paint of Choice – I painted the round grey and white. The sunflower I used black and then yellow for sunflower
- Sand paper or sanding block – to prep your round
- 18″ Round or round to your size
- Painters tape
- Brushes and Make-up sponges – get my from the Dollar Tree
- Ribbon and floral to finish your round
- Staple gun
- Weeding tools, scissors, cutting knife, transfer tape, etc
Video Tutorial – Sunflower Round

Here are the steps I took to make the Round

Step 1 – Prep your board by sanding it. Find your board center and then use painters tape to mark your line. I then painted the one half grey. I had to mix paint for my grey. I didn’t have anything light enough. I used a heat gun to speed of drying. Once the grey is dry, tape that side off and use white to do the bottom half.

Step 2 – While everything is drying(if needed). Open the SVG file in your cutting software (note: if you have the free version of Silhouette studio you will need the DFX files). Size the sign according to the board you will be working with. Use your masking vinyl or mylar to cut out the sunflower petals. Then cut your sunflower outline in either wood or vinyl.

Step 3 – Once your stencil or mylar is cut do your weeding. Remember you are weeding the parts you will be painting. Mylar is great for making reusable stencils. If you are using vinyl for your sunflower outline weed that now and use transfer tape on the vinyl.

Step 4 – Lay your stencil or mylar on your round. Since I was using a wood over lay I used it to help me line everything up. If used vinyl you can do the same thing, however, use a piece of parchment paper. Remove the backing to the vinyl and then lay it on the parchment so it doesn’t stick. Line everything up and apply the stencil mask or mylar. Note: you can paint outside your lines, I know…it’s ok on this one to go outside the lines. The vinyl or wood will cover it.

Step 5 – Now paint the sunflower leaves. I used a make up sponge. TIP: Light paint and light handed goes a long way. If you put too much paint on the sponge or are too heavy handed you will cause bleeding. I went over my leaves a couple of times. It did not take any extra time and it dries faster this way.

Step 6 – I set my round to the side and painted my Sunflower outline and Hi black.

Step 6 – I then applied the wood to the top of the round. If things don’t line totally back up?? It’s ok. You can always touch up with a little paint. Nobody will notice. I had to “touch” up a few spots myself.

Step 7 – Now to make a bow and add your floral. I used 4 kinds of ribbon for the bow. I cut 2 strips of each about 15″ long. You can watch the video for this portion. I also had a piece of floral wire read to tie off the bow. You could also use a zip tie. So take each piece of ribbon and fold two thirds of it into a loop. Leave a third hanging. Pinch where the loop meets. Then do the same with the next piece of ribbon. Do this until all 8 pieces are looped and pinched in your hand. It should look like a ribbon bouquet at this point. Now take your wire or zip tie and tie it off where you have it pinched. Now fluff. I pulled the tails out to the side and fluff the loops. NOTE: If you dont want to do a pow you could use a larger sunflower in its place and fill in the florals more.

Next take your florals and your staple gun and apply to the round. I used ¼” staples. You are probable wondering why staples vs glue, that is due to heat. I have had florals fall off and I am not a light handed gluer either. I have a North facing door so the heat can get crazy. You could do the glue and then add the staples. If just makes sure that if you are selling your round you dont have to worry about fall off. Once I had my florals I added the bow.

Step 8 – Look how pretty!!!! Enjoy!

How to get your FREE Files

To get your FREE file please go to my Freebie Library, sign in (don’t worry if you are not a member yet, sign up and the password will be emailed to you!!! Also, remember I include it in the bottom of the weekly email too! 😉 ) and download Number 51 – Sunflower Round. The downloaded file will have multiple file options SVG, PNG, DXF (If you have the free version of Silhouette Studio you will need this file) and EPS.

I really hope you enjoyed the sunflower round. Remember a ? Pinterest pin would be so appreciated! I can’t wait to see what you create. Please share with me. You can come back here and add a comment or add one to Facebook too!

Sunflower Round, Sunflower, Sunflower Svg

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September 9, 2021
Beautiful Apple Tiered Tray
I have never decorated with apples in the fall, however, this Apple Tiered Tray is just what I needed. So I designed this Apple Tray SVG for you and in the video and step by step I walk you through how I made it. This is a great Fall Tiered Tray for any decor!!

This weeks FREE Apple Tiered Tray can be found in the Freebie Library. File number is 49. Check out the tutorial for tips and tricks I found along the way. Remember to please share what you created! Check me out on Facebook and Instagram and remember a pintrest pin is always appreciated!!

Apple Tiered Tray Supply List
- Cutting Machine or Glowforge and software
- Apple Tiered Tray (click on the link)
- Wood or blanks. For blanks Dollar tree has some great options. Repurpose a 6×6 sign, wood blanks, popsicle sticks for the little sign etc. For the Banner you could use chipboard, cardstock, etc
- Mini Rolling Pin – I purchased from Amazon
- Wood for the Glowforge that is prepped (masked) if you are using a Glowforge
- Adhesive Vinyl in your color choice if you are doing vinyl
- Gorilla Super Glue Gel
- Gorilla Duck Tape
- Hot Glue Gun and Glue
- Paint – Red, Apple Green, Ivory and Carmel color
- AntiqueChalk Dark Wax and Rag – I bought this from Amazon, however, you could use brown paint and a baby wipe or stain.
- Modge Podge
- Corn Cob – I found my at Mejier in the pet area
- Brush, Make Sponges and Baby Wipes
- Paint Pens – I used Posca and/or Arteza
- Ribbon
- Beads – I found mine painted at Hobby Lobby during a sale. You can also buy some from Amazon
- Twine\Jute
- Weeding tools, scissors, cutting knife, transfer tape etc
Video Tutorial – Apple Tiered Tray – Apple Tray SVG

Here are the steps I took to make my Apple Tiered Tray

Step 1 – Load the free cutting file into your favorite cutting software. For Cricut and Silhouette I set mine to 12×12. I used the Glowforge, however, most cutters can cut thin birch or chipboard (check your cutting machine). In the video I show some options for blank ideas as well!!!

Step 2 – Cut your wood or vinyl. On the Glowforge you need to mask your wood with paper transfer tape to protect from scorching. I also put 3m adhesive tape on the back of a board and cut it so it saves time to attach items to the boards

Step 3 – Once you have your wood or vinyl cut do your weeding. For the Glowforge that means removing the mask from the wood. I found the Gorilla duct tape works amazing!!! You can also use weeding tools, pin pen, etc I also found for the letters that it was easier to remove the mask at the same time I was pulling the 3m off the back. So i did this after the signs were painted.

Step 4 – Paint your items. I use the Posca paint pens for the small items. They are quick and easy!! For the larger items I used acrylic paint.

I painted the Apple Orchard sign with Ivory Chalk paint and a baby wipe. I then stained the cutting board, the apple sign and the back of the apple garland.

For the Apples and the mask I removed the center mask first and used the baby wipe to paint that area. I then painted the solid apples with red and a baby wipe.

Then I used the paint pens to do the pie pan, seeds, leaves and stems on the apples, etc

Step 5 – Next I started to assemble. I put score marks on the wood so I knew where everything went. I then peeled the backing off on the 3m and attached it to the signs. I then attached all the letters. This is where i found it was easier to attach them to the gorilla tape, pull the 3m backing and then attach to the sign.

Paint all your letters while on the signs.

Step 6 – Let’s caramel or apples. I mixed a 1 to 1 mix of modge podge and paint. Now take your apple slice and apple the mix. You want to be thicker on this because the Corn cob needs to attach to this mix. I poured it on and then pushed it on with my finger. Set to the side to dry. Then I took the beads I painted Red and Green and applied some caramel to them

Step 7 – Finishing touches….

Apple Tag\beads – Lets take some ribbon and twine to make a tassel. Wrap them around your fingers multiple times to form a loop. Now take a long piece of twice and tie it to the top. Next take a small piece and wrap it around to form your tassel. Then cut the bottom. Now I like to use a piece of flora wire (I get mine from dollar tree) and use it a a twine thread, fold in half and put the twine in it. Thread it through a bead towards the tassel. Tie a knot and then tie a knot over the knot you made, I did this to make it a “thick” knot. Then repeat. I did 2 neutral beads, caramel bead, 2 beads, caramel, 2 beads, caramel 2 beads. Then attached my apple slice. I tied a knot. Then I tied a twine knot and attach to the knot.

Cutting board. I wrapped a piece of ribbon around the handle, then added some red twig piece I picked up at the dollar tree. Then tied a bow of the ribbon and glued that to the cutting board.

Apple sign – Super clue the little boards to the post. Push the post into the stand.

Apple Banner – I used twine strung my apples onto that.

Rolling pin – I wrapped that with a piece of ribbon to add that extra touch.

Step 8 – How cute did your pieces turn out!?!?! Please share on on my social media so I can see!!!

How to get your FREE Apple Tray SVG File

To get your FREE file please go to my Freebie Library, sign in (don’t worry if you are not a member yet, sign up and the password will be emailed to you!!! Also, remember I include it in the bottom of the weekly email too! 😉 ) and download Number 49 – Apple Tiered Tray The downloaded file will have multiple file options SVG, PNG, DXF (If you have the free version of Silhouette Studio you will need this file) and EPS.

I hope you enjoy the FREE files. Thank you again for stopping by and being part of my dream and 12 Paw Designs! Have an absolutely amazing day!!!

Remember to PIN IT!!! ?

Apple Tiered Tray

Also, please check out my shop. I am always adding new designs.
https://12pawdesigns.com/shop/

If you have any questions or run into an issue please let me know!!!

Lorri?
Lorri@12PawDesigns.com

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Want to connect more with 12 Paw Designs???:
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DO NOT resell any of the files as digital download or any other form.
DO NOT claim the files as your own.
DO NOT modify and resell the files in any form.
August 26, 2021