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Cricut To Revisit SVG Support? Cricut Explore, Design Space and Aircut

Cricut To Revisit SVG Support? Cricut Explore, Design Space and Aircut

It's been over two years since Provo Craft filed suit against software companies Craft Edge (Sure Cuts a Lot) and Make The Cut. Since that time, the personal electronic cutting machine market has seen a shift from cartridge-based systems to software-driven systems that allow crafters to cut their own designs through the use of fonts and SVG files as well as other proprietary file formats.

You don't have to be a ...


2013 Halloween Challenge

2013 Halloween Challenge

The Halloween season is officially coming to a close. Booo! While we weren't able to release as many Halloween kits  as we would have liked (Wedding and Martha Stewart American Made awards made things a little crazy), the ones we did release were huge hits with the SVGCuts community, as you'll see in the fan submitted photos below!

This year's Halloween challenge was ...


We Visited Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia in NYC!

We Visited Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia in NYC!

Boy was I thrilled when Leo (my husband and business partner) and I were invited to take a tour of the studios and offices of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia!

I always sleep in. Even on Christmas. I just love a warm cozy bed, and it's nearly always impossible for me to get up in the morning (even though I completely love my life of course).  However, on the morning of our ...


2013 Martha Stewart American Made Audience Choice Winner

2013 Martha Stewart American Made Audience Choice Winner

Out of the more than 2,000 small-business owners that nominated themselves for the 2013 Martha Stewart American Made Awards, SVGCuts finished first! With over 125,000 votes during the preliminary voting round and over 56,000 votes in the final round, the SVGCuts community of paper crafters helped crown SVGCuts the 2013 Audience Choice Winner!
American Made Hour Interview on XM Radio
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Don't Buy Sure Cuts A Lot 2 on eBay or Etsy!

Don't Buy Sure Cuts A Lot 2 on eBay or Etsy!

Ebay and Etsy are full of pirated versions of Sure Cuts A Lot 2. We highly advise AGAINST purchasing Sure Cuts A Lot 2 from either of these sources as they may present unwanted issues and result in financial loss. While it is possible that unopened and authentic versions exist, here is what to look for to ensure you don't buy pirated software. We're providing this information because we don't ...


Cut The Craft - Interview with Diane Schultz of Graphic 45

Cut The Craft - Interview with Diane Schultz of Graphic 45

In this episode we talk to Graphic 45 founder, CEO and artist, Diane Schultz. Diane talks about life before Graphic 45, going back to school and what inspires her. Learn how Graphic 45 got it's name and much more!
Interview
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Links Mentioned During The Show

Graphic 45 Official Site: http://www.g45papers.com
Graphic 45 Store Locator: http://www.g45papers.com/index.php?route=information/location
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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 ...


CHA Summer 2012 - Chicago

There wasn't much news as far as cutting machines are concerned and we didn't see anything revolutionary as far as paper crafting goes, but CHA is always a good time and we had a wonderful time seeing all of the familiar faces and new paper lines!

Sizzix and Silhouette were both demonstrating their cutting machines, but Provo Craft's Cricut and Craftwell's eCraft were missing in action. Based on various statistics (web traffic mostly), ...


New Facebook Timeline

New Facebook Timeline

Come March 31st, 2012, Facebook's all-new "Timeline" will be the default layout for all "fan" pages! We've heard mixed reviews from our community and we're here to put your concerns to rest and show you how cool "Timeline" really is!

As you have probably noticed, we've already converted to the new "Timeline" layout. Yes, we're embracing it! Initially (like everyone else), I was confused, but ...


What is SVGCuts?

What is SVGCuts?

SVGCuts, the 2013 Martha Stewart American Made Audience Choice Winner, is the next big thing in paper crafting! Just pick one of our amazing projects, cut it out with your cutting machine and put it together! Have a blast with your favorite paper, ribbons, brads and buttons! You can even follow along while we make your project with you on YouTube! Feeling mega-creative? Go buck-wild by mixing and ...