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Cider Hill Market Supply List

Here's what you'll need to make Cider Hill Market, my newest structure, coming Friday! This beauty evokes road trip memories and Autumn roadside market vibes. Ready to start gathering your materials? Besides your cutting machine and favorite glue, you'll need some cardstock and lights.

Cardstock Paper

First, I suggest choosing your patterned paper. That way, you can be sure and coordinate your solid-color paper accordingly. Most

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3 Crafting Tools I Still Use After 15 Years

Simple, sturdy, and still part of my workflow today.

When I started SVGCuts back in 2009, I didn’t have a ton of fancy tools, just a few trusty basics that helped me get things done. All these years later, there are still three humble tools I reach for all the time.

If you’re a paper crafter or just getting started, these might already be in your stash, or they might be worth adding.

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The Ink Pad Set I Recommend Most

If you’ve seen me inking the edges of my paper projects and want to try it for yourself, this is the set I recommend starting with.

Color Petal Ink Pad Set 1004 is my top pick. It’s the one I use most often—especially for neutral-toned projects like houses, florals, Fall, and even Christmas.

The brown is the star of the set (perfect for

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R.I.P. Colorbox Cat's Eye Ink Pads - Here’s the Best Replacement I’ve Found

I’ve always loved inking the edges of my paper shapes—especially for cards, box panels, and flat accents. That soft, smudged edge just makes everything pop. So I was majorly bummed when Clearsnap shut down and took Colorbox Ink Pads with them.

I tried other options—daubers, firm ink pads, even brushes—but nothing gave me that same soft blend with easy control.

What I'm Using Now

After a dry spell, I found these Color Petal Ink Pads on Amazon. The brand name

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My Awesome New Cardstock Storage Boxes

I recently moved all of my patterned paper into two cabinets with these boxes. Even though they are made of cardboard, they are plenty sturdy!

I organized them by theme. Some of this paper is over 15 years old!

Since a lot of them are no longer available, I don’t really use them for projects that I share publicly. I suppose I’m saving them for crafting in the future! Once a

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How to Check If You Already Own the Files for the Honey Lane Mailbox

If you're thinking about making the Honey Lane Mailbox and wondering whether you already have some (or all) of the SVG files used to create it, you're not alone!

This project uses a handful of elements from different SVGCuts Collections. You may already own some of them from past purchases—and here’s how to check.

Step 1: Log in to Your SVGCuts Account

Go to https://svgcuts.me/login and enter

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A handmade 3D paper mailbox featuring gingham panels, a robin, and soft floral accents—crafted using SVG files and a cutting machine in a cozy cottagecore style.

How to Make the Honey Lane Mailbox

SVG Files, Paper Suggestions, and Coupon Info

Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. This sweet little mailbox was such a joy to put together—and whether you’re brand-new to paper crafting or have a well-loved cutting machine by your side, I’d love to help you make one too.

Styled in soft pinks, gingham, and gentle inking, this version of the mailbox brings together sweet vintage charm and the beauty of handmade details. Customize it in ...


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These 21 Spring & Easter Paper Crafts Will Have Everyone Asking, 'How Did You Make That?'

It's okay to admit that you're a paper crafting genius.

1. A cute lil' bunny container for gifting Hershey Kisses or whatever it is the kids are into these days.

by Ilda Dias

"I actually made 7 Bunnies in total and still may make some more... we shall see!" writes Ilda.

You can download the Bunny here.

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26 St. Paddy's Day Paper Crafting Downloads That'll Convince Your Family You're a Cricut Engineering Genius

No one has to know that the hardest part was choosing your paper. 😉

1. A super simple goodie bag because it'll be fun to whip up some extras in different color combinations.

by Brigit Mann

Get it in the Lucky Day Bags and Boxes SVG Kit.

2. A precious lamb gift bag because now you'll be totally justified having

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This is papercrafter Theresa Chin's completed Nightshade Manor project from SVGCuts, customized with Park Lane paper and purple gemstone embellishments

A Spooky Stunner: Theresa’s Halloween Masterpiece

by Mary Bonk

I’m always thrilled when I see the amazing ways that our crafting community brings my designs to life. Today, I’m excited to share Theresa Chin’s spooky spin on Nightshade Manor! Theresa, from California, added her own magical touches to this haunted house, and the results are simply spellbinding. 🧙‍♀️👻

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