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Let’s Make Lighted Camping Buckets!
With camping and backyard outings upon us lets make some fun lighted camping buckets!! I have 2 fun files for you. One for my camping friends and the other for my backyard friends. The We Sleep Around File has a WE and an I version so you could make a fun shirt or sign too!!! Don’t camp?? Don’t worry, I don’t either! I made a fun Welcome to Our Backyard sign\bucket for you too!!! This is a fun and fast project!!! Let grab our supplies and get going!

Also, until June 1st enjoy 25% off everything in the shop!!!

We Sleep Around – Welcome to our Back yard

Camping Bucket Supply list
- Cutting Machine and software
- We Sleep Around (number 34) (click on the link)
- Welcome to our Backyard (number 35) (click on the link)
- Vinyl colors of your choice
- 5 Gallon Bucket w/lid – I purchased mine from Wal-mart
- Lights pod and batteries – I purchased mine from Amazon
- Parchment Paper
- Weeding tools, scissors, cutting knife, transfer tape, etc
- Rubbing alcohol
- Acetone
- Cotton pads
- Scrapper
Video Tutorial – Camping Buckets

Here are the steps I took to make the Camping Buckets

Step 1 – Lets prep our Buckets! Scrape the stickers off the lid and the bucket. I used a scrapper to get mine off. I found if i could lift a section and then get under I could lift the sticker off and remove. Use the acetone and cotton pad to remove any residual parts. Once that is done use the Alcohol and a pad to clean and prep your surface. Set aside to dry.

Step 1 – Now load your free file into your cutting software and cut it out in your vinyl of choice. For the camper I went vintage colors with turquoise and pink.

Step 3 – Now to weed our vinyl
- Start with weeding vinyl – I find a pin pen helps to remove the small pieces of vinyl from the center of the words. I also like to use weeding boxes too.
- Apply transfer tape for the camper I started with the outline first
- Peel off vinyl backing from the words
- Now use parchment paper and attach it to the back of the camper. Make sure you leave some transfer tape showing to attach it to the next layer. Now use parchment and camper to line it up on the stripe and words. Once you have it where you want. Push down the transfer tape and hinge method to pull the parchment out. Squeegee down your vinyl.
- Pull the vinyl backing from the offset
- Repeat to add the drapes
- Apply your design to your bucket. I use a taco method, where I curved it up and touched the middle of the design to the bucket. Squeegee image down.
- Remove transfer tape. Remember to keep the transfer tape close to your image.
Step 4 – Assemble and add your light. You could use double sided tape or hook and loop if you want your light to stay in one spot.

Step 5 – Play with the fun lights and enjoy!!!

How to get your FREE Sweet Land of Liberty 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 34 – We Sleep Around and/or Welcome to our Backyard. 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 tiered tray file. 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!!! ?

12PD Camper and Backyard Bundle

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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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.
May 29, 2021
Create this Beautiful Sweet Land of Liberty Round
You loved the Patriotic tray and cut files so much I wanted to share how to create this beautiful Sweet Land of Liberty Round. I will show you the stain method that I used and I also share the FREE Sweet Land of Liberty Round Cut file with you! I love the antique look of the USA Round Flag.

12PD Sweet Land of Liberty

Sweet Land of Liberty –

USA Round Flag Inspiration!

Supply List to Create the Beautiful Sweet Land of Liberty

These are the items that I used. However, have fun and use items you have!
- Cutting Machine and software
- Sweet Land of Liberty (number 33) (click on the link)
- Stencil Mask – I userd Starmask. You could use oramask also.
- Paint – Red, Blue and Brown
- Baby Wipes
- 18″ Wood Round
- Butane torch or kitchen torch
- Sand paper or sanding block, Scrapper, Parchment Paper
- Weeding tools, scissors, cutting knife, transfer tape, etc
Video Tutorial – USA Round Flag

How to cut larger than your mat on your cutting machine!

Silhouette – Cutting Larger than you mat
Cricut – Cutting larger than you mat

Here are the steps I took to make Sweet Land of Liberty Flag Round

Step 1 – Lets prep our round! Lightly sand the round with the sanding block. Once that is done let us burn it!!! Now, you can use a kitchen torch or a butane torch. You might be able to get away using a high temp heat gun. Make sure you do this in a well ventilated area. You will have smoke and smell. Then run your torch over the circle until you receive the effect you are looking for.

Step 2 – Now load your free file into your cutting software and cut out your stencil material. I have included videos for cutting large than you mat for both Cricut and Silhouette. You do not need to mirror. Also cut out your saying. I have included and offset for it. You can choose to used it or not. Have fun with it!

Step 3 – Weed your stencil mask. Remember this is a mask. So we weed out the parts we want to stain. Once you have your weeding done apply your transfer tape. User your squeegee to make sure you get air bubbles out. Now peel the backing away from the stencil and apply it to your wood round. I did the stripe portion first. Make sure you are follow the grain of the round. Once you have the stencil on peel away your transfer vinyl. Take your time removing it. User your fingers and really make sure your seams are pressed down.

Step 4 – Now lets try the baby wipe staining technique. Mine were a little on the dry side so I needed a little extra water. However, be careful with how much water you use. I had some go under mask. Also, make sure you stain with the grain of the wood. Once you have the desired color pull your stencil material off.

Step 5 – Repeat the same process for the stars. Remember the stars are being laid down on the round because we are staining blue. Use the stripes to line the star area up. To help keep your edges crisp dab around the stars and go from the center out. Once that area is done pull your mask off.

Step 6 – I decided to take some brown and lightly “stain” over it to give it an antique look. This is totally optional! This is your project!!

Step 7 – Let your round dry

Step 8 – Now to add our words:
- Start with weeding vinyl word and offset
- Apply transfer tape
- Peel off vinyl backing from the words
- Now use parchment paper and attach it to the back of the words. Make sure you leave some transfer tape showing to attach it to the offset. Now use this technique to line up your words to the offset. Once you have it where you want. Push down the transfer tape and hinge method to pull the parchment out. Squeegee down your words.
- Pull the vinyl backing from the offset
- Apply your design to your round
- Remove transfer tape
Step 9 –Apply your hanger and you are set to go!

How to get your FREE Sweet Land of Liberty 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 33 – Sweet Land of LIberty. 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 tiered tray file. 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!!! ?

12PD Sweet Land of Liberty

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

Let’s Conntect!

Want to connect more with 12 Paw Designs???:
• Website: https://12pawdesigns.com
• FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/12pawdesigns/
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• Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/12PawDesigns

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.
May 22, 2021
Time for the Red White and Blue!
Time for the Red White and Blue! Memorial Day is a few weeks away then we have the 4th of July so lets show our love for our country by creating fun Red White and Blue Tiered Tray This Patriotic Bundle can be used for so much more than just a tiered tray! There is the fun banner, the USA Waving flag words, the signs, etc. They can be used for other piece or projects! The America with the star with look amazing on a shirt or a tank as well! Let your creativity flow!!! I have included the link to the free file location, created a video tutorial and gave a brief tutorial below!

12PD Patriotic Tray Bundle

Red White and Blue Inspiration!

Time for the Red White and Blue Supply List
- Cutting Machine and software
- Patriotic Tray Bundle (number 32) (click on the link)
- Permanent Vinyl of your Choice – I use Starcraft from 143vinyl.com
- Red, White and Blue Paint and paint brush
- Patriotic Ribbon and twine\jute
- Mini Rolling Pin
- Sand paper or sanding block, Scrapper, Glue Gun, Parchment Paper
- Dollar Tree items, 6×6 signs, mini wooden crates, tumble tower block, snake puzzle, 3 in 1 board game for the scrabble pieces or scrabble piece from Walmart
- Wooden Tag – I purchased mine from Hobby Lobby
- Wooden beads
- White Card stock
- Weeding tools, scissors, cutting knife, transfer tape, etc
Video Tutorial – Time for the Red White and Blue!

Here are the steps I took to make the Patriotic Tiered Tray

Step 1 – If you are using a sign from the Dollar Tree that has an image on it scrap it off. I found if I got it wet it came off real easy. Once that is done paint the items that need to be white white. On mine I painted the edges of the 6×6 signs white to start with and then painted them red and blue after. It helped cover up the green that i had on mine. After the white is dry paint the other things blue and red. For the scrabble tray I took 4 tumble tower blocks and glued them together to form the tray. I then painted it blue. I painted the bottom (actually top, but it will be flipped over) slat of the mini crate blue and the other end red. I painted the middle of the mini rolling pin red also.

Step 2 – While everything is drying. 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 items according to the supplies you will be working with. Then cut out your vinyl.

Step 3 – Once your adhesive is cut weed your vinyl. For the small detailed items I found that reverse weeding working best. Put your transfer tape on the item and remove what you do not want from there. I have the noted in the video.

Step 4 – Once everything is weeded time to apply the vinyl to our projects. I have things organized and group for you so the America sign with the star the red is all together. So I put the transfer tape on the red portion. Used parchment paper to align everything up I placed it on the blue offset. Then I applied it to the sign. Then I put the white on top.

For Let Freedom Ring I put the transfer tape on the white portion, then used parchment paper to align it up on top of the red and placed. then repeated to put it on the blue. The applied it to the sign.

Continue placing the rest of t the vinyl on your pieced.

Step 5 – For the banner I did the print and cut and printed it on white cardstock and then cut that out on my cutting machine. So easy and a time saver!

Step 6 – Now add your decorative accents. For the rolling pin i tied a piece of star ribbon on the one end. For the books I used a wide burlap patriot ribbon to cover the slats of the crate. The made a messy bow and put that on top with white jute. Have fun and play with this step! Use what you have!!

How to get your FREE Patriotic Tiered Tray 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 32 – Patriotic Tray Bundle. 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 tiered tray file. Thank you again for stopping by and being part of my dream and 12 Paw Designs! Have an absolutely amazing day!!! Remember a ? Pintrest pin would be so appreciated!

Also, please check out my shop. I am always adding new designs. You might also find ready made tumblers in there in the future!!!
https://12pawdesigns.com/shop/

As a special thank you use code BDAY20 to take 20% off anything in the shop right now! It is my birthday month and I want to share it with you!!!

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???:
• Website: https://12pawdesigns.com
• FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/12pawdesigns/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/12pawdesigns/
• Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/12PawDesigns

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.
May 15, 2021
Hello Spring Sign will Make your Porch Blossom!
Part 1 – Hello Spring will be a reversible sign!

Hello Spring Sign will Make your Porch Blossom!! As an added bonus this is going to be part 1! Yes! Part 1. This is going to be a reversible sign. There will be a Welcome Summer side coming soon!!!!

Hello Spring Sign is made with a stained common\pine board. Then I used permanent adhesive on it. The file is setup for 12″ x 60″. However, size it to the size you need. I ended up with 12″x48″ Have fun with the colors!

This weeks FREE SVG/Cut files can be found in the Freebie Library. File number is 30. I have also created a video tutorial along with some quick directions below on how I made this FUN Hello Spring Sign. I would love to see the color choices you used!

Hello Spring Supply List
- Cutting Machine and software
- Hello Spring Porch Sign (click on the link)
- Permanent Vinyl of your Choice – I use Starcraft from 143vinyl.com
- Pine\Common Board – Mine was 12″x48″
- Stain color of Choice
- Sand paper or sanding block
- Staining rag
- Parchment Paper
- Spray sealer – **Important** Seal after you stain and before you place your vinyl
- Weeding tools, scissors, cutting knife, transfer tape, etc
Video Tutorial – How to make your Porch Blossom!
- Hello Spring Porch Sign SVG – Hello Spring Cut File – Cricut Silhouette – svg/dxf/png/eps – Digital Download
- Hello Spring Porch Sign SVG – Hello Spring Cut File – Cricut Silhouette – svg/dxf/png/eps – Digital Download
- Hello Spring Porch Sign SVG – Hello Spring Cut File – Cricut Silhouette – svg/dxf/png/eps – Digital Download
Here are the steps I took to make the Hello Spring Sign

Step 1 – Prep your board. My lovely husband sanded and then stained my board for me. Remember when staining less is more. The more stain you use the longer it takes to dry. Once the board is dry I sprayed a few coat of clear sealer. I normally like 2x by rustoleum, howevere, I was out. I found a clear coat. It was totally fine to use. I just had a few areas that I must have been heavy handed when I sprayed and the vinyl did not want to come off at first. It was not a problem in the end!!!

Step 2 – While everything is drying. 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. Pick your fun vinyl colors and cut everything out. For the butterflies I used 2 colors, a darker body and lighter wings.

Step 3 – Once your adhesive is cut weed your vinyl. Then apply your transfer tape.

Step 4 – Arrange your pieces on your board. I found that it was easier to put Hello on first. I found the middle of the word and board and placed it. Then it was easier to place the rest. Remember to use the picture to help. I started in the middle and worked my way to the outer edges. I used the parchment paper to help with the centering and placement. Pull the backing off of the adhesive letter. Then place your vinyl and transfer tape on the parchment paper. Leave some of your transfer tape exposed so you can adhere it to the board. You will see in the video how i did that. Once you have it in the place you want it apply the top of the transfer tape. Then slide your parchment paper out. Finish adhering the letter and then carefully remove your transfer tape.

Step 5 – Repeat step 4 until you have everything applied to your board. I did let my board sit in the house for a day before putting it outside to make sure everything was ok.

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 30 – Hello Spring Parch sign. 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 enjoy part 1. Watch for part 2, Welcome Summer to be coming soon!!! 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!

Also, please check out my shop. I am always adding new designs. You might also find ready made tumblers in there in the future!!! There might be a few extra keychains that show up there too!!
https://12pawdesigns.com/shop/

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

Lorri?
Lorri@12PawDesigns.com

Let’s Conntect!

Want to connect more with 12 Paw Designs???:
• Website: https://12pawdesigns.com
• FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/12pawdesigns/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/12pawdesigns/
• Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/12PawDesigns

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.
May 7, 2021
Exploding Graduation Gift Card Holder
EXPLODING GRADUATION GIFT CARD HOLDER! This year we have two amazing young women graduating from college. I wanted to make a card, however, not just any card I thought..hmmm…..what about and Exploding Graduation Card??? So I thought I would share it with you.

I even designed the file with score marks in. So it goes fairly quickly to assemble. My Cricut users will see the score option when you import the SVG file. My Silhouette users will need to do a quick group on the score lines and the layers and you will be good to go! I have also setup the file so you can use 8 ½ x 11 or 12. I also made the tassel and show you quick and easy it is.

This weeks FREE SVG/Cut files can be found in the Freebie Library. File number is 29. I have also created a video tutorial along with some quick directions below on how I made the gift card holder. Have fun and share your creativity! I would love to see the color choices you used!

Graduation Gift Card Holder Supply List
- Cutting Machine and software
- Exploding Graduation Gift Card Holder (click on the link)
- Card stock of your choice – I used
  - Black Textured Cardstock – You can choose their school colors
  - Yellow Cardstok – Again, use school colors
  - Pattern Cardstock of choice
- Black Vinyl
- DMC Floss – For making the tassel
- Weeding tools, scissors, cutting knife, transfer tape, foam dots or tape, and adhesive of choice
Video Tutorial – How to make the Gift Card
- Graduation Gift Card Holder SVG – Explosion Card File – Cricut Silhouette – svg/dxf/png/eps – Digital Download
- Graduation Explosion Card SVG – Explosion Card File – Cricut Silhouette – svg/dxf/png/eps – Digital Download
Here are the steps I took make the Graduation Gift Card Holder

Step 1 – Open the SVG file in your cutting software (note: if you have the free version of Silhouette studio you will need the DFX files). Make sure the size comes in as 14×14. If not size it accordingly before doing anything. Cricut users I have the score lines set for you so when you import they will be there. Silhouette users you will need to group the score lines with the object. The objects below are the one you need to do. I put the score lines in red for you. The 3 vertical lines attach to the blue gift card holder. Then the other red lines are for the box top and the box bottom. Also for Silhouette users i used a blade of 1 and a force of 4 for the score lines. Note: if you are using textured card stock i would put the texture to the mat so that the score happens on the back side. Cricut users if you do not have a score blade its ok, use a ruler to help bend them up. Cut your material.
- Money Holder Score lines
- Box Top Score lines
Step 2 – Box bottom – After everything is cut out weed your vinyl words. Then take the box bottom and bend the flaps back and forth it will help with the “explosion”. We want to attach the gift card holder piece first. Fold it in half and the fold at the tabs. Add your adhesive and attach. You want to keep the 2 sides close to each other so that the gift cards holds in there. Plus your pattern paper has to go over the top. So one the gift card holder is in place attach your decorative piece over it to hide the tabs. Next attach your panels to the flaps. I used for solid colors for the words and 2 patten pieces. However, you can do all solid colors. Once that is done use your transfer tape and lay down your words to the card.

Step 3 – Box Top – Now fold the box top panels in and the tabs. Add your adhesive to the tabs and attach to the panel next to it. This will form the box top.

Step 4 – Attach the mortar board to the top of the box top with your adhesive. Then attach the button to the mortar board with a foam square.

Step 5 – Tassel – Lets make the tassel. They are quick and easy to do. I use embroidery floss to make mine. I took the floss and wrapped it around 3 fingers 10 to 12 times. Then I slide the hanger piece of floss through the circle of floss. Now, take a smaller piece of floss and wrap it around your floss bundle. Keep it towards the top of the bundle by your hanger piece of floss. I wrapped it around the floss bundle 3 or 4 times and then pulled it tight and tied a knot. Trim up you edges and cut the ends on the bundle opposite from the hanger. You know have a super cute tassel!

Step 6 – Attach your tassel. Make sure your box is put together so you can place your tassel appropriately. On the hanger strand I flipped the ends over 1 time, then put it under the button. Then I checked the length and position. Once i was happy with that i finished the knot. Now look at how cute your box is!!!! I hope you have a grad at any level to share this cute gift with!!!

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 29 – Graduation Exploding Gift Card. 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.

Enjoy the gift holder! I hope you have a grad you can share it with! They were a lot of fun to design and make. 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!

Also, please check out my shop. I am always adding new designs. You might also find ready made tumblers in there in the future!!! There might be a few extra keychains that show up there too!!
https://12pawdesigns.com/shop/

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

Lorri?
Lorri@12PawDesigns.com

Let’s Conntect!

Want to connect more with 12 Paw Designs???:
• Website: https://12pawdesigns.com
• FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/12pawdesigns/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/12pawdesigns/
• Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/12PawDesigns

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.
May 1, 2021

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