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Free SVG Files for Silhouette Cameo and Silhouette Studio Designer Edition

Free SVG Files for Silhouette Cameo and Silhouette Studio Designer Edition

What do I need to cut SVG files?
If you have a Silhouette Cameo, Portrait or the older Silhouette SD, you can cut our amazing library of SVG files using the Silhouette Studio Designer Edition software or Sure Cuts A Lot 4 software! Note: You don't need both programs, just one or the other!

The "Designer Edition" is a special upgraded version of the ...


How To Get Better Photos With Point and Shoot Cameras

Not everyone has enough spare change sitting around to purchase an expensive Digital SLR camera, and some of those that own them continue to have issues taking decent photographs of their paper projects. Why? It's all Flash's fault. Yes, we're talking about you Mr. Flat Light.

Your camera's built-in flash helps you capture properly exposed photos when light conditions aren't optimal, but you shouldn't rely on flash. Unlike taking photos of ...


Adding SVGCuts' PDF Files To Your iPad

Adding SVGCuts' PDF Files To Your iPad

We all love our gadgets and we love to stay organized! In this tutorial, I'll show you how to transfer your SVGCuts' PDF files to your iPad! Save some trees, stay organized and be more efficient! Let's go!
Installing Apple's iBooks App
In order to view our PDF files, you'll need to install Apple's iBooks app from the Apple App store. It's free ...


Stampables (SVG Files For Unity Stamps)

Stampables (SVG Files For Unity Stamps)

Stampables are optional SVG files that complement your SVGCuts & Unity Stamps! Check out the video above for a demonstration! Stampables work with any SVG compatible software and cutting machine, like the Sizzix eclips (eCAL software), Silhouette CAMEO, SD and Portrait (Silhouette Studio Designer Edition software), Boss ...


SVGCuts.com Wish List Feature

As much as you'd like to, we know that you can't buy ALL of our kits and collections in one fell swoop! But now you can browse our store and add your "must have" SVGs to a wish list!
How Do I Add Products To My Wish List?
1. Log In or create a new account! You must have an account in order ...


Photography Tips for Paper Crafters - Lenses, Lenses and More Lenses Part I

Photography Tips for Paper Crafters - Lenses, Lenses and More Lenses Part I

So you've purchased (or are considering the purchase of) a digital SLR camera. You may have noticed that some cameras come bundled with a lens or two, but you're just not sure which bundle to purchase and you're wondering why there are so many lenses to choose from! When should you use a telephoto lens? Why do some lenses zoom while ...


Cutting SVG Files with Cricut Cutting Machines

Cutting SVG Files with Cricut Cutting Machines

Update! Click here if you have a Cricut Explore and want to learn more about using SVG files with Cricut Design Space:

Based on recent site analytics, we're seeing an increase in the number of Cricut users wanting the ability to cut SVG files with their machines! Did you know that it was once possible to purchase software that ...


SVGCuts For Beginners - eCAL, Silhouette Studio Designer Edition, Make-The-Cut

SVGCuts For Beginners - eCAL, Silhouette Studio Designer Edition, Make-The-Cut

At some point in time, EVERYONE is new to SVGCuts and SVG files, but that hasn't stopped tens of thousands of paper crafters from creating amazing projects using our SVG files! Using SVG files with eCAL, SCAL, Make The Cut or Silhouette Studio Designer Edition is much easier than you think thanks to the extra work we put into creating our files! In the following video, we'll discuss:

  • Downloading SVG

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Photography Tips for Paper Crafters - Aperture and Bokeh

Photography Tips for Paper Crafters - Aperture and Bokeh

Let's talk about the terms "aperture, shutter speed and ISO."

All three of these camera settings are interconnected and play a major role in determining the final appearance of your photo. This article will focus on how aperture affects bokeh (or "background blur").
What is Bokeh?
In photography, bokeh is the blur,or the aesthetic quality of the blur, in out-of-focus areas of an image. (source: ...


Photography Tips For Paper Crafters

Photography Tips For Paper Crafters

A photographer went to a socialite party in New York. As he entered the front door, the host said "I love your pictures - they're wonderful; you must have a fantastic camera." He said nothing until dinner was finished, then: "That was a wonderful dinner; you must have a terrific stove." - Sam Haskins
Sam Haskins is 100% correct! Knowing how to ...