The Darice Core’dinations paper line features NO white core!  The papers are embossed with patterns that can be sanded down to reveal different colors!  It is seriously one of the coolest things ever!  {And I am NOT just saying that because this is sponsored!}  It reminds me of Hypercolor t-shirts from the 90s!

Here’s an example of how it works…

The paper is available in 6×6 and 12×12 cardstock.  I chose the Spotted 12×12 papers to make the Paper Succulents.  Using the Sand It Set, I sanded the paper down to reveal the lighter green polkadots.  The dust buddy came in handy to clear away all the paper dust.

Check out the before and after!

How cool is that?!

Darice graciously provided me with a variation of greens to use for my Paper Succulents.

I of course also used my Cricut for this project, as you know .. it’s one of my very favorite things!

To create the three different Paper Succulents I made for the vertical wall planter, I used a couple of different pre-made designs available in the new Cricut Design Space.  

Design Space Images:

#M3DF4F from Image Set: Flower Shoppe

#M46E00 from Image Set: Mother’s Day Bouquet

#M4429A from Image Set: Mother’s Day Bouquet

#M45516 from Image Set: Mother’s Day Bouquet

#M457B8 from Image Set: Mother’s Day Bouquet

I simply adjusted the image sizes and nested them as I built my own design on the canvas.

The paper cut BEAUTIFULLY with the new machine and I have to say I was quite impressed!  No ripping or tearing, even on the smaller images!

All in all, I cut and glued together 32 Paper Succulents!

I added the little pink blossoms to add a pop of extra color from the Botanical Core’dinations paper collection!

To mount the Paper Succulents, I used an old window with the screen intact.  I punched out 1 inch circles from the left over paper and hot glued them together around the screen.

It’s like having my own botanical garden in my craft room!  And the best part?  I CAN’T KILL IT!  hee hee

I’d LOVE for you to pin this image!

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I swoon every time I look at that picture!  My husband kept rolling his eyes at me because I was so excited with how they turned out.  Flamingos make me happy.  They are grand and beautiful.  Best of all, they are pink!  These adorable little guys pair well with some pom pom trim and add a touch of whimsy for your summer gathering.

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Materials needed for Flamingo Pom Pom Garland

Cricut Explore or Maker
Pink cardstock
Light grip mat
Basic tool set
Fine point blade
Pink yarn
Small pom pom maker
Hot glue gun
Twine or ribbon

Images used in Design Space

Flamingo #M54ADA

Begin by creating the pom poms for the flamingo bodies.  I use this clover pom pom maker.  It’s available at Michael’s and is so easy to use.

Start wrapping the yarn around both arms on one side of the pom pom maker.  When you reach the end, extend the yarn to the arms on the other side and continue wrapping.

Carefully cut the yarn down the middle between the two arms.  Repeat on the other side.

Next take a 6 inch piece of yarn and tie around the middle of the cut yarn.  Carefully remove the pom pom maker to reveal your completed pom pom.  Trim any long edges for a more uniform looking pom pom.

Now, open Design Space and the flamingo image listed above.  Hide one entire flamingo (by clicking on the eyeball next to each layer) and the wings of the other flamingo.  All you are cutting is the body.  Size to 2.5 inches wide.  Adhere pink cardstock to light grip mat.  Send image to cut.  Load mat into machine and follow on screen directions for completing the cut.

You will multiple flamingo bodies laying around by now.  LOL

Cut the neck close to the body and the legs (leaving a little at the top to use to glue into place).

See how I left some extra to apply the glue?  Add hot glue and stick into the pom pom.  Repeat above process for each flamingo on your garland.

Finally, string together with twine or ribbon.

How cute is this Flamingo Pom Pom Garland?!

I adore this!  It looks super cute with the pom pom trim.

Check out more summer pool party posts like our Pool Noodle Luminaries!

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In Cricut Design Space, pull up a new canvas.  Choose to insert a new image.  I used the image #M2EAE5 from the Spring and Summer Tablescapes image set.

I chose to use a flocked iron vinyl so it had a fuzzy appearance – like a bunny!  Place your flocked vinyl (shiny plastic liner side down) on the cutting mat.  On the Custom setting, I added flocked iron on vinyl with a pressure setting of 290.

Don’t for get to mirror your image!

Weed your image out.  Place down on your napkin, plastic liner side up.

Place a thin piece of fabric over the vinyl and iron.  Carefully, remove the plastic liner.

How easy is that?  I whipped up four of these in under 10 minutes!

I think these are simple yet elegant!  Perfect for your Easter brunch!

Are you looking for more Easter tablescape ideas?  I’ve got ’em!

Vintage Rosette Napkin Ring

And as an extra special surprise, today I have teamed up with 13 other AMAZING bloggers to share some spring inspiration and a Target Gift Card Giveaway!

And in case you are in need of some extra decorations for your Easter Tablescape!

 Be sure to go visit these ladies and show a little love!

The Turquoise Home | Tiny sidekick | The Blissful Bee

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Today is my birthday and this is my free gift to you!

The other day, a friend posted this cute meme with the above saying and I knew I needed it on a shirt. Are you singing it in your head? Maybe Lil Jon and the East Side Boyz should make a Christmas album! I can guarantee you that when the decorations go up, I will have this shirt on.

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Materials needed for Deck These Halls Shirt

Cricut Explore or Maker
Iron on vinyl – you choose the colors
Light grip mat
Basic tool set
Fine point blade
Long sleeve shirt
EasyPress 2 
EasyPress Mat

1. Begin by downloading the free file below and upload it into Cricut Design Space.
2. Measure your shirt and size the image appropriately in the software.
3. Once finalized, send the image to cut and follow directions for cutting.  
4. Don’t forget to mirror your image as you are working with iron on vinyl.  Otherwise your design will be backwards.
5. Repeat above process for each color layer.
6. Weed excess vinyl away from image using the basic tool set.
7. Set EasyPress to 315 degrees.  Pre-heat tshirt for 5 seconds.  Arrange image on shirt.  Apply heat and pressure for 30 seconds.  Flip material over and apply heat for an additional 15 seconds.
8. Peel away clear liner while warm.

Click HERE for your FREE Deck These Halls Shirt cut file!

(This file will appear as code when you open it. Click the download link for your SVG.)

All SVG files are for PERSONAL use only!  Please do not re-sell, redistribute or claim as your own.  If this file is posted to the internet, please give credit and link back to Create.Craft.Love.

Download directions:  Click link above.  This will bring up a Google Drive folder.  Click the download icon at the top.  This will save the folder to your computer.  Simply open the file and print!  YOU DO NOT NEED TO ASK PERMISSION TO VIEW.

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I love being able to give away the platter or plate that I share goodies on. It’s so much easier than trying to track down missing items. My go-to is a plain white plate or platter from Wal-mart that you can decorate for the occasion. This Christmas Cookie Plate is a friendly reminder to enjoy the holiday and not worry about your waistline.

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Materials needed for Christmas Cookie Plate

Cricut Explore or Maker or xTool M1
Adhesive vinyl
Light grip mat
Basic tool set
Transfer tape
Fine point blade
White plate or platter

1. Begin by downloading the free file below and uploading into Cricut Design Space or xTool Creative Space.
2. Measure your plate or platter and size image appropriately in the software.
3. Once finalized, send the image to cut and follow directions for cutting.  
4. Weed excess vinyl away from image using the basic tool set.
5. Peel back transfer tape and place directly over the image.  Use the scraper tool to burnish image to the transfer tape.  Gently peel the transfer tape away from the vinyl backing.  The vinyl image should now be on the transfer tape.
6. Arrange the transfer tape with the vinyl image on the plate/platter.  Burnish with scraper tool to adhere to the plate/platter.
7. Carefully peel back the transfer tape.  Your image should now be affixed to the plate or platter! Your Christmas Cookie Plate is ready for gifting!

Now your plate is ready to fill with cookies! Check out some of our favorite cookie board ideas!

Click HERE to download your FREE Christmas Cookie Plate cut file! (Dotted border not included)

All SVG files are for PERSONAL use only!  Please do not re-sell, redistribute or claim as your own.  If this printable is posted to the internet, please give credit and link back to Create.Craft.Love.

Download directions:  Click link above.  This will bring up a Google Drive folder.  Click the download icon at the top.  This will save the folder to your computer.  Simply open the file and print!  YOU DO NOT NEED TO ASK PERMISSION TO VIEW.

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Are you a teacher? This shirt is perfect for you! If you’re not a teacher, maybe this shirt would make a great gift idea for a birthday or Christmas. Whatever the occasion, teachers are our difference makers!

Materials needed to make your Teacher Shirt

Cricut Explore or Maker
Iron on vinyl – you choose the colors
Light grip mat
Basic tool set
Fine point blade
White shirt
EasyPress 2 
EasyPress Mat

1. Begin by downloading the free file below and upload it into Cricut Design Space.
2. Measure your shirt and size the image appropriately in the software.
3. Once finalized, send the image to cut and follow directions for cutting.  
4. Don’t forget to mirror your image as you are working with iron on vinyl.  Otherwise your design will be backwards.
5. Repeat above process for each color layer.
6. Weed excess vinyl away from image using the basic tool set.
7. Set EasyPress to 315 degrees.  Pre-heat tshirt for 5 seconds.  Arrange image on shirt.  Apply heat and pressure for 30 seconds.  Flip material over and apply heat for an additional 15 seconds.
8. Peel away clear liner while warm.

Click HERE to download your FREE Teacher Shirt cut file!

All SVG files are for PERSONAL use only!  Please do not re-sell, redistribute or claim as your own.  If this file is posted to the internet, please give credit and link back to Create.Craft.Love.

Download directions:  Click link above.  This will bring up a Google Drive folder.  Click the download icon at the top.  This will save the folder to your computer.  Simply open the file and print!  YOU DO NOT NEED TO ASK PERMISSION TO VIEW.

Who is the difference maker in your life? Share on Facebook if you make this shirt!

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When I first saw this color changing vinyl pop up in my Facebook feed, I knew I had to play with it! They had a website however, you can get the same materials from Amazon. I decided to grab the variety pack so I could play around with the different colors. This is not a sponsored post. I just wanted to try something to share with all of you!

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Materials needed to make Fruit Drink Glasses

TeckWrap color changing vinyl
Glasses
Cricut Maker
Easy grip mat
Weeding hook
Scissors
Transfer tape

Images I used in Cricut Design Space:

Strawberry #M3C13126D
Cut Lemon #M280A7EBF
Watermelon Slice #M3BF85AD3

To test which color was which in the vinyl variety pack, I used an ice pack from the freezer and laid the vinyl on it. Super easy way to see which colors I wanted to use!

The glasses I used measured 4.5 inches by 9 inches. I created a pattern using 3 of the fruit image in Design Space. Then I copied and pasted it until it fit in the design parameters.

Once you have your imaged and pattern designed to your liking, remove the clear plastic liner from the vinyl. Lay the vinyl on the cutting mat shiny side up.

Follow the directions in Design Space to cut your vinyl. When the cut is complete, weed the excess vinyl away. Use the transfer tape to transfer your cut vinyl to the glass.

Use the scraper tool to burnish the vinyl onto the glass. Carefully remove the transfer tape.

Now for the fun part, add a cold beverage to the glass and watch your vinyl change colors!!

How fun is that?! I had so much fun playing with the colors! Have you tried this color changing vinyl?

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Snarky sayings with music lyrics may be my favorite thing ever. I love the idea of gifting these fun towels as housewarming or wedding gifts. They look cute hanging in the kitchen too.

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How to make your own Funny Tea Towels

Cricut Explore or Maker
Iron on vinyl
Light grip mat
Basic tool set
Fine point blade
Tea towels
EasyPress 2 
EasyPress Mat

1. Begin by downloading the free file below and upload it into Cricut Design Space.
2. Measure your shirt and size the image appropriately in the software.
3. Once finalized, send the image to cut and follow directions for cutting.  
4. Don’t forget to mirror your image as you are working with iron on vinyl.  Otherwise your design will be backwards.
5. Repeat above process for each color layer.
6. Weed excess vinyl away from image using the basic tool set.
7. Set EasyPress to 315 degrees.  Pre-heat tshirt for 5 seconds.  Arrange image on shirt.  Apply heat and pressure for 30 seconds.  Flip material over and apply heat for an additional 15 seconds.
8. Peel away clear liner while warm.

Click HERE to download your free cut files!

All SVG files are for PERSONAL use only!  Please do not re-sell, redistribute or claim as your own.  If this file is posted to the internet, please give credit and link back to Create.Craft.Love.

Download directions:  Click link above.  This will bring up a Google Drive folder.  Click the download icon at the top.  This will save the folder to your computer.  Simply open the file and print!  YOU DO NOT NEED TO ASK PERMISSION TO VIEW.

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As a new dog mom, I just couldn’t help myself when I created this cut file. On March 25, 2022, we took home a 6 week old black lab/Alaskan malamute puppy and named him Sirius. We are big Harry Potter fans in this house and my son had just completed Prisoner of Azkaban. Sirius has completely changed our lives. He is the smartest, cutest puppy you could ever meet! Sirius definitely keeps us on our toes. He is also already close to 60 pounds at 5 months…LOL

My sister and I grew up with dogs. She has had dogs since she moved out on her own. My husband and I have been together 18 years and I finally talked him into a puppy. I forgot how much I love having a dog! I’m proud to call myself a Dog Mama!

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Cricut Explore or Maker
Iron on vinyl
Light grip mat
Basic tool set
Fine point blade
Cotton blend shirt of your choosing
EasyPress 2 
EasyPress Mat

1. Begin by downloading the free file below and upload it into Cricut Design Space.
2. Measure your shirt and size the image appropriately in the software.
3. Once finalized, send the image to cut and follow directions for cutting.  
4. Don’t forget to mirror your image as you are working with iron on vinyl.  Otherwise your design will be backwards.
5. Repeat above process for each color layer.
6. Weed excess vinyl away from image using the basic tool set.
7. Set EasyPress to 315 degrees.  Pre-heat tshirt for 5 seconds.  Arrange image on shirt.  Apply heat and pressure for 30 seconds.  Flip material over and apply heat for an additional 15 seconds.
8. Peel away clear liner while warm.

Click HERE for your Dog Mom Shirt SVG cut file!

All SVG files are for PERSONAL use only!  Please do not re-sell, redistribute or claim as your own.  If this file is posted to the internet, please give credit and link back to Create.Craft.Love.

Download directions:  Click link above.  This will bring up a Google Drive folder.  Click the download icon at the top.  This will save the folder to your computer.  Simply open the file and print!  YOU DO NOT NEED TO ASK PERMISSION TO VIEW.

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During my two year blogging hiatus, I took up Crossfit. I used it as therapy during a challenging time at work. Working day in and day out with COVID patients was taking it’s toll on me. But Crossfit has become a second home. I love our community and working with others who are constantly working towards being a better version of themselves! It has become a passion. So much so, I am now a level 1 Crossfit Trainer!

Muscles and mascara is kind of my jam. I usually have my makeup done before going to the gym. The visual of women being strong is exemplified in that simple phrase. Who runs the world?

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Cricut Explore or Maker
Iron on vinyl
Light grip mat
Basic tool set
Fine point blade
Cotton blend tank top of your choosing
EasyPress 2 
EasyPress Mat

1. Begin by downloading the free file below and upload it into Cricut Design Space.
2. Measure your shirt and size the image appropriately in the software.
3. Once finalized, send the image to cut and follow directions for cutting.  
4. Don’t forget to mirror your image as you are working with iron on vinyl.  Otherwise your design will be backwards.
5. Repeat above process for each color layer.
6. Weed excess vinyl away from image using the basic tool set.
7. Set EasyPress to 315 degrees.  Pre-heat tshirt for 5 seconds.  Arrange image on shirt.  Apply heat and pressure for 30 seconds.  Flip material over and apply heat for an additional 15 seconds.
8. Peel away clear liner while warm.

Click HERE to download your Workout Tank Top cut file!

All SVG files are for PERSONAL use only!  Please do not re-sell, redistribute or claim as your own.  If this file is posted to the internet, please give credit and link back to Create.Craft.Love.

Download directions:  Click link above.  This will bring up a Google Drive folder.  Click the download icon at the top.  This will save the folder to your computer.  Simply open the file and print!  YOU DO NOT NEED TO ASK PERMISSION TO VIEW.

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