The aspect of the xTool M1 that excites me most is that it can engrave tumblers! Of all the machines I have (I have a lot of them! 😂), no other machine can engrave tumblers. Before we get started, be sure to check back at the other projects I’ve already shared. Don’t forget: xTool provided …
One aspect of the xTool M1 that I have only briefly touched on is that it is a hybrid machine. It contains both a diode laser and a blade. You can think of it as a laser and Silhouette or Cricut – all in one. Today, I want to put that blade to the test …
All week long, I’ve been sharing my thoughts, experiences, and opinions on the xTool M1 machine that was sent to me for review. As always, the opinions and experiences are my own. I’ve already shared my unboxing and setup, a tutorial for engraved paw print jewelry, and my opinions on designing in the xTool software. …
My first project with the xTool M1 was engraved paw print jewelry. Today, I’m experimenting with designing right inside the xTool software. Let’s design a Tic Tac Toe game with 10 markers. If you missed the previous xTool posts: xTool M1 set up and engraved paw print jewelry. As a reminder, I received the xTool …
If you’ve been on the blog recently, you’ll know that I recently received an xTool M1 machine to try out and share a few projects. If you haven’t seen the first post, go back. The first project I’m sharing is a step-by-step tutorial to create engraved paw print jewelry. Tutorial: Paw Print Jewelry with xTool …
Spring will be here soon and it is time for everyone to clean out their houses and spruce them up. I’ve seen several crafters selling doormats. There’s a good reason for trying out doormats – they are fast to make and profitable! DIY Coir Doormat Supplies and Costs Coir doormat – $10 and up. I …
I get emails all the time with questions from Cutting for Business readers about making wood signs using their Silhouette Cameo or Cricut Explore or Maker. Let’s take a step-by-step walk through making a sign with your Silhouette or Cricut. How to Perfectly Paint Signs with Your Silhouette Cameo or Cricut Explore or Maker Buy …
Yesterday, we talked wedding sayings. Today, I’m sharing a simple Print and Cut Silhouette project I made for a wedding I’m attending tonight: Printable wine bottle labels. We are gifting the happy couple four different milestone bottles of wine. One for their first house purchase, one for their first baby, one for their first fight, …
Last year, I shared a tutorial on using your Silhouette or Cricut and a scroll saw to cut out shaped blanks that you could paint or stain. (Missed it? Read it here.) I’ve been meaning to add another, and today I finally got around to it! In the first tutorial, I kept the scroll saw …