Recent Comments & Questions February 26, 2011

Emails:

Shawna wrote me to say:

see what you inspire!?  I fixed up a little diddy for my living room face lift!

Isn’t her “new” chair fabulous! I love a good chair redo!

I got a comment on an older post:

I just bought a waterfall vanity but doesn’t have a seat. The sitting space seems to be really low. Not sure how a seat can be pulled up to it. I am planning on painting it white for my daughter. Not sure if the mid section that is so low can be removed.

Gale

Gale- I believe if yours is anything like mine was that it will easily come apart. Check the back of the piece and inside the drawers to see how the three pieces are connected. This vanity was blogged about here: Waterfall Vanity redo and Waterfall vanity redo pt 2.

Silhouette SD (Monday’s Post)

 

Sharon said... 9

I have a Silouhette and I LOVE it! I've only recently learned how much it can do! Today you have taught me something new that it can do...How did you get it to cut around the print? Thanks!

Two Dollars said... 21

I have the machine, but haven't figured out the print and cut yet. I need to figure it out soon as I'm working on a tshirt iron on that I'll be printing onto their iron on stuff and I would like the machine to cut it out after. So a tutorial would be awesome if you are so inclined :) I mostly use it for cutting out freezer paper to make tshirts for my sons and gifts for their friends. I also use the vinyl sometimes for making labels and I have a subway art plan with family values, but I'm moving in 1.5 weeks, so my crafts are at a halt right now!
-Stefanie
2ndChanceCreations.etsy.com

Sharon & Stephanie,
 
I suppose you have to use one of their print and cut patterns.  I tried a pattern of my own and it didn't quite read it.  I downloaded the birds (.99) put it in the layout, printed it on my printer. Then I fed it into the silhouette and voila! It cut it perfectly.
 
I was amazed at how it worked!
 
*You put it in your project, and make sure you show "registration" marks.  That's how it reads it in order to cut.

 

jandjhome said... 15

These machines look incredible, I could think of so many things to do with it.

Honestly, before I got it, I was so anxious.  Then when I actually got it, my mind went blank for awhile! 

Michelle @Shellsshabbyshack said... 20

I don't own one but I'd like to. I was just drooling over a project Roeshel did with hers, yesterday. Your wreath is darling! Looks like the sky is the limit with a Silhouette.
Good to know that you can download a single image, without having to buy the cartridge. xo

Michelle, that is the best feature! Not having to buy cartridges!

Erin said... 28

Oh, yay, you! I'm so excited for you...I must say, I love the way you explain things...I've learned so much from you and a Silhouette is on my list (wish list, that is)...so I'm looking forward to learn how to use my-someday-Silhouette machine. Have fun!!

Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal said... 33

Oh you lucky girl! It looks like such a fun thing to have. My mind is spinning with ideas. Have fun with yours. Can't wait to see more.

Thanks ladies (for being happy for me)  I’ve wanted one for so long!

Silhouette SD (Stenciling)  Tuesday’s Post

 

Proper Prim said... 1

I don't know... lol... those are too cute... I am loving that machine Gail... this is torture watching how easy it is. I want one so bad. To be able to make your own stencils at your own will is like striking gold.
Have fun for us all.
Hugs, Deb

thanks deb!  I'm not the best stenciler, but I haven't had a lot of practice... maybe that's about to change ?!

Inspire Me Heather said... 4

They look great - once you got the hang of it!

Shannon said... 5

They look great! Glad to see that round 2 went well! :)

If at first you don’t succeed…

Debilou ~ Mississippi Mama said... 7

Hey, Gail.. cute idea for the plates and I love that you keep it real and show us your messups too.. have a great day.

Jester said... 8

I never heard of a silhouette SD, so glad I stopped by....NOW I WANT ONE!!! It's nice to know other people aren't perfect to!!!!THANKS!!!

Megandvd@Beauty in the Attempt said... 11

Another reason why I love you...YOU show the oopsies or the 1st drafts. I love that you showcase the imperfections so that the rest of us out here know that it does take a while to "master" something like this. :) I am so excited about your giveaway...How many ways will we be able to enter bc I will enter all of them. :)
Cheers~
e

So many times I have oopsies or messups!  But I don’t always have the camera around to document it.

Erin said... 12

I am with Megan (above)...I love that you show the "learning curve". We all have one, but so few people talk about the missteps along the way to becoming competent. I'm impressed, actually, with how easily you're mastering this little machine. The plates are clever.

Thanks Erin! I’m learning as I go, but it’s really pretty easy!

Kelli said... 15

Yay Gail! I love the plates, and the fun font. I"m so happy that you got the Silhouette...so much fun. You'll have to let us know the good, the bad and the ugly of it...I've been wanting one, too, but was unsure of how 'great' everyone keeps saying it is. Would love to hear from you on that.

I've had a few glitches (hiccups) but I really believe they have been operator error!  :)
 
I'll keep ya posted for sure!

Circle of Bliss (Blissdom 2012) (Tuesday’s Post)

Reginia said... 1

Love it! The Blog Hop is a great idea(much easier for me haha)
Looking forward to 2012 already!

{twenty}something said... 2

Such a good idea! Thanks. Looking forward to linking up!

Linda@Coastal Charm said... 3

Looking forward to linking up!!!
Blessings,
Linda

Ladies-it seems like a long time away, but time flies and we will be hanging out in Nashville together before you know it!

Silhouette Giveaway (Wednesday’s Post)

Okay, I must be totally honest.  I have NOT read every comment (entry) that has been made on this giveaway. That’s the first time ever that I’ve skipped over any comments. As I write this post on Friday night there are 918 comments/entries.

Check out this post if you want to find out the other great blogs that are giving away a Silhouette SD. If you have not entered yet, you can enter by leaving a comment here. Comments on THIS post are not eligible for the giveaway.

Thanks to each and every one of you who have entered.  Like I said earlier in the week,  I know how you feel. I spent months entering every giveaway I could find.  If you don’t win, remember that Silhouette is still offering a great deal on a bundle.

Silhouette SD
1 roll black premium vinyl
1 roll frosted vinyl
1 roll transfer paper
Home Décor CD

If you can’t wait for the giveaway to end, or if you don’t win, you can receive the very same bundle as above for only $225 (retail $375+) !!!

Or, if you already have a Silhouette SD and would like some vinyl, you can save on that too. Silhouette is offering  25% off of premium vinyl.

To get either of these  deals, use the code REPURPOSED  through March 1, 2011

Frosted Vinyl Monogram-Silhouette (Thursday’s Post)

 

 

susies1955 said... 2

Great tutorial. MORE MORE! LOL.
Thanks a bunch,
Susie

thanks!
 
I'll be doing more tutes and stuff as I find the time.

Sharon@Keen Inspirations said... 5

I've got to get some of that frosted vinyl! Have you cut anything fabric yet? Thanks for the giveaway! I'm off to share it!

Sharon,
 
Nope, I haven't cut fabric yet.
 
They are not really ready for the onset of fabric yet. We bloggers were supposed to do fabric, but they are low on the interfacing. So they asked us to wait till next month to highlight the fabric feature.  So, I have been so busy doing the vinyl etc.

Michelle @ Dream Home DIY said... 10

Man I have to get my mits on one of these~ The possibilities are just endless arent they?

They really do a lot of stuff!  :)
 
and honestly, that deal they are offering is a pretty good one

I Play Outside The Box said... 13

Oh Gail...that turned out just beautiful!!! What fun you must be having with that machine!!!

I am having a lot of fun trying out all sorts of things!

Catch-as-Catch-Can Week 18 (highlights-17) and Uprinting winner (Friday’s post)

The party is open until Sunday night at 10 PM, if you would like to link up! 

I’m doing a secret project today-making a video for Dremel Tools!   A VIDEO!  yikes!  what was I thinking? (it’s not really a secret, but since I didn’t tell you about it yet, it FEELS like a secret!)

I hope you’re having a great weekend!

gail