Christine Schinagl, Cutting for Business

Since 2015, Christine Schinagl has been helping crafters start and run craft businesses through her blog, Cutting for Business. As a Silhouette and Cricut crafter herself, she has a unique take on what works and what doesn't work in the craft business world. She also enjoys teaching other crafters how to create digital SVG designs, available through the Design with Me series.

I don’t know what it is about the cut files that say “The Mountains are Calling and I Must Go” – but I love them! But honestly, here is Florida – there aren’t many mountains (unless you count Space Mountain and Splash Mountain over at Disney!) Today, I’m sharing my take on the saying with …

One of the topics I am emailed about most is sublimation. Why? First, there isn’t a lot of information online about sublimation. Second, some of the information shared online is – well – inaccurate! Today, I’m compiling everything sublimation related on Cutting for Business in one post so you can easily find it – and …

Need a boost in your small business? Consider trying out new techniques and materials! Today, let’s look at DuoFlex® heat transfer material by Chemica. What Is DuoFlex®? DuoFlex® is a heat transfer material that puffs slightly when pressed and features two colors in one material. What Can DuoFlex® be Applied to? You can use DuoFlex® …

Maybe you’ve seen them before: direct sales consultants selling their products through Facebook Live. While the idea is newer to Facebook, the idea isn’t new. Shows on QVC and HSN have been selling through live shows for decades. Today, let’s look how you can implement this in your Silhouette or Cricut craft business. Weeks Before …

The old saying is, “When it rains, it pours”. Last week, this couldn’t have been more true. Long time Cutting for Business readers know that my father is both an avid blog reader and has been fighting cancer for two years. While prepping for a hurricane last Saturday, my dad lost his battle with colon …

Humans are resilient. Their homes and lives can be destroyed one week and the next week they are out there cleaning up and rebuilding. As many of you know, I live in Florida and am currently hunkering down to ride out Hurricane Irma. Depending on the storm, I may offline for several days. As crafters …

Football is big business in the Fall – and small business owners can rake in their own profits this fall selling football themed products. Cutting for Business readers know that you can’t infringe on NFL trademarks in your Silhouette or Cricut business. Don’t worry though, there are so many generic football sayings you can use …

It’s fall and that means football is back! Today, I’m sharing a free SVG – It’s Football Time. It’s perfect for a tote bag or a shirt. Looking for more football inspiration? Read my list of football sayings. Don’t forget: This free SVG includes commercial use. Read the license.

I’m so excited to introduce my brand new mini guide: 4 Ways to Make Product Mockups For Silhouette and Cricut Small Business Owners! More Information Offers 4 methods of creating mockups for your craft business: Silhouette Studio (based on Version 4), Cricut Design Space, PicMonkey, and through a 3rd party service. Bonus tutorials detail how …