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It’s that time again! Second Monday of the month and time for the Silhouette Challenge! This months theme is fabric. Read until the end and you will find 44 of my blogger friends and their projects for inspiration! Also check out past projects on the Silhouette Challenge Pinterest Board.
Now hearing this months theme was intimidating. I am a crafter but I am not a sewer. It is actually on my list of things to learn but later… Let’s say 2015. I have seen so many of my favorite bloggers and crafting friends (Thinking Closet and TitiCrafty) using freezer paper as stencils. So I decided to give it a try with some tote bags I had bought at Joann’s on sale.
I thought finding freezer paper would be easy. I am not sure if it is because I live in the North East or because freezer paper is not used as much anymore. I went to three stores and then sent my Dad out to Walmart in the snow to get it. Walmart did have it but it is the largest roll I have ever seen. Which is actually good because I foresee myself using a lot of it! It is an inexpensive way to customize fabric.
Tip: Since freezer paper has a tendency to not rip straight off the roll I use the paper covering for my mat to trace. The less I have to measure the better.
My first print did not go as planned this is when I discovered to print shiny side yp. In order to do this I needed to mirror the image. I did this by selecting all Object > Transform > Flip Horizontally. The shiny side is the iron on adhesive backing that will stick to the fabric.
I used the print settings of Blade 3, Speed 3, and a Thickness of 10.
Using the hook tool to weed the freezer paper.
Unlike vinyl you do not use transfer paper you iron the freezer paper directly to fabric. I used a dry heat and set my iron to cotton, I think the bags cotton?
I picked up craft paint at Joann’s and I had the foam brushes. Using the foam brush dab around the edges (be careful not to brush this how the paint can bleed).
Wait until the paint fully dries then pull back. I was very impressed by how easy the freezer paper pulled off.
I love how this came out and will definitely be making more for etsy. Check this one out in Weekend Craft’s store. I just order large totes in bulk and can’t wait to try out new designs.
Also, take some time to look through the projects below. It’s a great source of inspiration for upcoming projects!
Want to Check Out More Silhouette Projects?
My Silhouette Challenge buddies and I are all sharing projects on our blogs today, so peruse the projects below for a wealth of Silhouette inspiration!
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- No-Sew Valentine’s Day Pillows by A Tossed Salad Life
- No-Sew Interchangeable Fabric Bunting by unOriginal Mom
- Monogrammed Burlap Garden Flag by The Turquoise Home
- Crawl, Walk, Bike by It’s Always Craft Time
- Freezer Paper Stenciled Tote Bags by Weekend Craft
- DIY Bleach Spray Shirt by Practically Functional
- Stenciling Sherlock by Please Excuse My Craftermath…
- Felt Star Wands by Cutesy Crafts
- Yoda Kid’s T-Shirt by Architecture of a Mom
- Mark Your Territory- Dog Flags by Black and White Obsession
- Nautical Pillows by Lil’ Mrs. Tori
- Big Sister Gift & Silhouette Cut File by Creative Ramblings
- Nerdy Baby Onesies + Free Cut File by Essentially Eclectic
- Easy Easter Bunny Onesie – Silhouette Cameo Craft by Adventures in All Things Food & Family
- Fabric Envelopes for LEARNING LETTERS! (& cut file) by From Wine to Whine
- “Good Morning, Sunshine!” Memo Board by Tried & True
- Hearts-A-Lot Burlap Pillow Cover by My Paper Craze
- Baby Quilt by Dragonfly & Lily Pads
- Surprise Holiday Banner by Whats Next Ma
- “Team Betty” Tote Bag by The Thinking Closet
- DIY Sock Minion by Create it. Go!
- Pretty Up Some Organza Bags by Getsilvered
- Easy Heart Appliqued Onsies by Create & Babble
- Bleach Pen Gel & Freezer Paper Stencils Made with the Silhouette Machine by Bringing Creativity 2 Life
- Valentines Baby Onesie & Boy’s Shirt + Free Cut Files by The Frill of Life
- Valentine’s OWL Always Love You T-shirt by My Favorite Finds
- DIY Screen Printed Curtains by Chicken Scratch NY
- Fabric Painted Quilted Wall Hanging by Terri Johnson Creates
- Glitter Iron-On Top by Simply Kelly Designs
- DIY Monogrammed T-shirts with Silhouette Heat Transfer Material by Pitter and Glink
- Birthday Challenge by Fadville
- Machine Applique with SIlhouette Cameo by The Sensory Emporium
- Fabric Applique Valentine’s Day T-Shirt by DailyDwelling
- “Cute as Cupid” shirt by crafts, cakes, and cats
- Sew Cute Applique by Life After Laundry
- Rhino Onesie by It Happens in a Blink
- Upcycled Birchbox Cameo Accesory Organizer by Cupcakes&Crowbars
- Customizing textiles with Heat Transfer Vinyl (working title) by feto soap
- Easy Fabric Art by McCall Manor
- Lady Bug Tote Bag with Silhouette Rhinestones by Ginger Snap Crafts
- Mommy and Em’s Coordinated Aprons by TitiCrafty
- Canvas sketch project and a share by Clever Someday
- Foxy Lady Pajamas by Mabey She Made It
- Teddy Bear by Work in Progress
I love this quote so much!! And the scissors is an absolute perfect finishing touch! Nice job. – Dee @ From Wine to Whine
I love the quote you chose and now I have to go get some freezer paper!
This is great. I like the saying too!We don’t have freezer paper here in Australia so these projects always intrigue me.
Great job! I love your tote!
What a neat project!! I’ve been wanting to make a bag like this.
Hah, I definitely can agree with that bag! Super cute!
What a fun tote!! The quote and colors are perfect!
Hi Michele,
Your tote is sooooooo cute! Love the saying!
I’m so glad that the FB Silhouette Challenge group did fabric this month. I’m new to the Silhouette world and haven’t been brave enough to try cutting fabric yet, but you guys are inspiring me to give it a try! I’m going to pin this to my Silhouette board.
Peace, Love and Joy,Joyce
Love it! I totally feel that way!
Haha! So, is crafty cool now? Does that mean I get to be one of the cool kids? I wanna be a cool kid!