How to use the Silhouette Portrait
Our guide on how to use the Silhouette Portrait by Susan Niner Janes is great for beginners who are just getting to know this great machine.
Issue 87 of PaperCrafter is out now and it comes with a fab free gift – a snowflake maker!
1. Beautiful Ballerinas
This one's great to do with the kids - turn your snowflakes into tutus and make lovely ballet dancers! Find the template and instructions here.
2. Snowy Olaf
Do you wanna build a snowman? No need - you can make a snowflake version! If you and the kids are fans of Disney's Frozen, you'll love this design.
3. Spirograph Style
Did you ever play with Spirograph as a child? This clever snowflake looks just like it!
4. Snow Wars
The force is strong with these snowflakes. Who wouldn't love their favourite Star Wars characters (and space stations) turned into Christmas decorations? Find Boba Fett and the Death Star here, and Yoda and R2-D2 here.
5. Ice Dragon
Whether you prefer Smaug, Drogon or even the Soup Dragon, this intricate design is awe-inspiring. It was created by LA artist and papercrafter, Kit Cameo.
6. Rainbow Fun
These colourful snowflakes are made from simple strips of paper. Learn how to make them using the step-by-step photo guide here.
7. Table Runner
What a fab idea! Connect all your snowflakes together to make a unique Christmas table runner! Yet another project you can create with your free PaperCrafter snowflake make!
8. For Frozen Fanatics
If you're feeling adventurous after making Olaf, take a look at these amazing Frozen designs from Kit Cameo. If you're new to paper cutting though, you might want to let this one go...
9. Birds & Bees
What better way to teach kids about the birds and the bees than with a beautiful snowflake? Well, maybe not, but it's certainly lovely to look at!
10. For Lego Lovers
Is there anyone in the world who doesn't like Lego? These cute snowflakes are ideal for kids who enjoy their building blocks, or anyone really. Find the guide here.
11. Hearty Crafting
Spread a little love this Christmas by making some cute heartflakes. And when the festive season's over, pack them away and whip them back out for Valentine's!
12. Sonic Snowdriver
Whovians will adore these Doctor Who flakes! You don't need to be a Time Lord to master these. Find the Adipose here, and Tom Baker and his tardis here.
13. Star Snowflake
This pretty 3D design is easy to create thanks to the handy guide and free templates found here. Snowflakes don't have to be white - pastel shades look lovely!
14. Paper Poinsettia
This paper creation is a mix between snowflake and poinsettia, making it perfect for Christmas! Grab some red paper and get folding!
15. Jon Snow-flake
It's time to show support for your house with a paper creation - are you a Targaryen dragon or a Lannister lion? You better be quick - winter is coming...
You can use it to make 12 different snowflake shapes, which got us thinking… what other snowflake designs would work? This amazing gift makes it extra easy to make traditional paper snowflakes. But if you’d also like to try something different, take a look at these fun alternative ideas.
Pick up issue 87 of PaperCrafter today for your free snowflake maker!
Our guide on how to use the Silhouette Portrait by Susan Niner Janes is great for beginners who are just getting to know this great machine.
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