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How to Make a Cut File into a Print & Cut File {Silhouette Tutorial}

January 13, 2014

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To make custom labels for the storage bins in my craft room, I turned a regular cut file from the Silhouette Studio Online Store into a Print & Cut File. Take a look at my neatly organized and labeled storage bins:

print and cut labels by createandbabble

My craft was a mess. One, big, crafty mess. And it was time to do something about it. I have big plans for this room, but first things first. Clean up and organize all the “stuff” that was flung around during the busy Christmas crafting season was the first thing to do.

I found a great deal for these little plastic bins that fit perfectly into the cubbies of my craft desk, but I still found myself spending way too much time looking through the bins for whatever craft supply I needed. I knew I needed labels so that’s what I did. I made labels.

print and cut labels-2 by createandbabble.com

I needed big, easy-to-read labels. And they needed to look pretty (of course!) Not just any old label would do. So I made my own customized labels using a cut file from the Silhouette Online Store and adjusted it to fit my needs.

Here’s how I did it using the Lori Whitlock 2 label shape (Design ID 18635).

I even {gulp!} made a video (my first, so please be gentle!) So if you’re like me and are a visual learner, here ya go!

One IMPORTANT thing I forgot to mention in the video: after you type the word for the label, TURN OFF CUT LINES OF THE WORD

And here is the tutorial in photos:

Silhouette Labels-1 by createandbabble.com

Open the file in Silhouette Studio and Ungroup (right click – ungroup)

Silhouette Labels-2 by createandbabble.com

Select the shape on the right and create an offset

Print and cut labels by createandbabble.com

print and cut labels by createandbabble.com

You’ll notice that the shapes are bigger than the page, but we’ll take care of that in the next step:

custom print and cut labels by createandbabble

CUSTOM LABELS by createandbabble

After all of the labels are…well, labeled, it’s time to print it and cut it!

I used Silhouette’s Printable Foil to make my labels. It was my first time using the foil and I have to say that I am quite smitten! Now is a good time to order Silhouette’s Printable Foil and any of their special and supplies. Silhouette America is offering 30% off of their in-stock supplies including tools and materials. And the Silhouette Studio Designer Edition Software is 30% off, too! In order to get the 30% discount, remember to use my affiliate code: BABBLE when you check out over at the Silhouette Shop.

print and cut labels-3 by createandbabble.com

Want to Check Out More Silhouette Projects?

My Silhouette Challenge buddies and I are all sharing organizational projects on our blogs today, so peruse the projects below for a wealth of Silhouette inspiration!

January Silhouette Group Challenge

  1. DIY Window Shutter Mail Organizer by Weekend Craft
  2. Kids’ Art Wall by Tried & True
  3. Organizing Silhouette and Craft Supplies by The Happier Homemaker
  4. Simple Recipe Organization by It’s Always Craft Time
  5. Put a Label on it! Herb Names for Plant Stakes by Get Silvered
  6. Super Simple Linen Closet Labels by Two Purple Couches
  7. Beware of the Animals Vinyl Toy Box by A Tossed Salad Life
  8. Child desk accessories by Architecture of a Mom
  9. Organizing & the Important of Labels by The Turquoise Home
  10. Index Card Organizer for Easier Meal Planning by Chicken Scratch NY
  11. Create Craft Room Labels by Dragonfly & Lilypads
  12. Simple Storage Solution for your Christmas Ornaments by Vintage News Junkie
  13. Organize this: DIY Planner Covers, Tags & Dividers (made with Cereal Boxes) by Black and White Obsession
  14. How to Make a Cut File into a Print & Cut by Create & Babble
  15. Simple Chest Freezer Organizational Board by Nearly Handmade
  16. Vinyl Your Kitchen Canisters! by From Wine to Whine
  17. Nursery Closet Dividers & Silhouette Cut File by Creative Ramblings
  18. Make Custom Box Templates with a Silhouette for Drawer Organization by One Dog Woof
  19. Organizing the Craft Room by What’s Next Ma
  20. Vinyl Wall Calendar by Crafts Cakes and Cats
  21. Personalized Toy Storage Bins by Lil’ Mrs. Tori
  22. Personalized Routine Chart by Work in Progress
  23. Blog Planner Sheet Dividers + Free Cut Files by TitiCrafty by Camila
  24. Simple Project Calendar by Little Blue’s Room
  25. Dry Erase Photo Frame Menu Board + Free Cut File by Essentially Eclectic
  26. Receipt Organization with Free Cut File by The Thinking Closet
  27. Cute and Easy Labels by Life After Laundry
  28. “What’s For Dinner?” Menu Planning Board by unOriginal Mom
  29. Mixing Organization and Function: An Easy Conversion Chart by My Paper Craze
  30. Why do my cookies taste so bad? A lesson in baking. by The Life and Times of a TAP
  31. Custom Drawer Dividers by Please Excuse My Craftermath…
  32. The evolution of my labeling system by feto soap
  33. Ikea Drawer labels by McCall Manor
  34. Glass Etched Vinegar & Oil bottles by Terri Johnson Creates
  35. Organize It: Bathroom Closet by The House on Hillbrook
  36. Ombre Butterfly Magnet Board by Sowdering About
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Comments

  1. Stephanie says

    January 13, 2014 at 10:35 am

    Okay I’m going to do this…but with gold foil of course. Pinned!

    Reply
  2. Kristy gd says

    January 13, 2014 at 11:30 am

    I love these! You have some great tips in here (like remembering to turn to cut lines off!), and your video is well done. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  3. Rachel @ Architecture of a Mom says

    January 13, 2014 at 12:33 pm

    Wow! Awesome. I have never done a print and cut! I love how these turned out, and I might have to do this for my craft room!

    Reply
    • Jeanie says

      January 14, 2014 at 8:58 am

      Thanks Rachel! Print and Cut is probably my favorite feature of the Silhouette! It opens up a whole new world of possibilities!

      Reply
  4. Little Blue's Room says

    January 13, 2014 at 3:39 pm

    I am bookmarking this for the future! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  5. Pam - getsilvered says

    January 14, 2014 at 4:25 am

    Great video! I love the project – I’ve yet to try the printable foil but love the labels you’ve made with it.

    Reply
    • Jeanie says

      January 14, 2014 at 8:49 am

      Thanks Pam! You gotta try the printable foil…you’ll love it!

      Reply
  6. Camila says

    January 14, 2014 at 8:45 am

    Great tutorial. It’s great to be able to print and cut isn’t it!!! I love your labels!!!

    XOXO
    Cami

    Reply
    • Jeanie says

      January 14, 2014 at 8:48 am

      Thanks Cami! Print & Cut is my favorite feature!

      Reply
  7. Sharon Rexroad's Bringing Creativity to Life says

    January 14, 2014 at 6:25 pm

    Jeanie — so glad i followed this link in the Silhouette Challenge January projects. You did a great job and are enticing me to break out my foil I bought during the December sale.

    Looks like you ran into the same problem I had with my printer not printing the tail-end of my design/registration mark. I have to set my lower margin/mark all the way up to .875 (7/8ths) to get it all captured by my HP printer. Ticks me off that I have to waste that last little bit…but if that’s my biggest gripe today, it’s a good day!

    Reply
    • Jeanie says

      January 15, 2014 at 8:19 am

      Thanks Sharon! I love the foil and am anxious to use the gold foil the next time.

      Reply
  8. Glenna Anderson says

    January 15, 2014 at 7:50 pm

    Love your labels! I wish I had seen this great tutorial 6 months ago, it took me forever to figure this out.

    Reply
  9. Krista says

    January 15, 2014 at 9:15 pm

    Thank you for taking the time to write up these instructions! I was just looking for something like this the other day so it came at the perfect time! Great job!

    Reply
    • Jeanie says

      January 23, 2014 at 6:29 am

      You are welcome Krista! I hope they help you conquer Print & Cut!

      Reply
  10. Danielle says

    January 16, 2014 at 2:40 pm

    Totally gonna do thisnow! Thanks for the tutorial and the push to be brave and try print and cut!

    Reply
    • Jeanie says

      January 23, 2014 at 6:28 am

      Oh you gotta try Print & Cut, you will love it! Let me know how you make out with it!

      Reply
  11. Janice @ NearlyHandmade says

    January 17, 2014 at 1:13 pm

    What a great tutorial!! I’m SO jealous of your beautiful & organized supplies… I’d be so embarrassed if you saw how all of my supplies are stored for now.. haha I need to take some serious tips from you and make my crafting life happier 🙂

    Reply
    • Jeanie says

      January 23, 2014 at 6:27 am

      Thanks Janice! My craft room gets “embarrassing”, too, so I know what you mean so the little bins really do help but only when I take the time to put the stuff in them ; )

      Reply
  12. Debbie @Dewdrop Gables says

    January 23, 2014 at 3:52 pm

    Thank you for this tutorial! I purchased a Silhouette Cameo last fall and haven’t had a lot of play time with it. Mainly because I don’t know how to do much other than cut out vinyl. I have so much to learn, and this was a great lesson. I loved the video, I hope you do more.
    Debbie 🙂

    Reply
    • Jeanie says

      January 23, 2014 at 4:22 pm

      Hi Debbie! I’m glad you like the video and found it helpful! I do plan on making more. Let me know if there’s a particular feature or project you would like me to cover in a future video. Thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  13. Lynne Fenbert Neumann says

    January 26, 2014 at 12:25 pm

    This is a great tutorial, I’m always looking up how to do this. Now I have is to come to easily.

    Reply
    • Jeanie says

      January 26, 2014 at 1:09 pm

      Thank you Lynne! I’m so glad it was helpful to you.

      Reply
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    January 15, 2015 at 9:32 am

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    Reply
    • Nancy says

      January 15, 2015 at 9:34 am

      Sorry…I now see that I am 365 days late!

      Reply
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