Creating the Paper Cut Files
PREPPING PAPER SHAPES
Whether you own a cutting machine or simply a good pair of scissors, use these
designs to create new and surprising additions on any of your existing background
creations. If you own a cutting machine, prep your mat and load the proper SVG
file for the paper cut outs you are wanting to create. There are options of small
butterflies as well as alphabet letters and additional shapes. Keep in mind the
finished work you plan to add them to in order to help choose the shape that best
fits the look you are wanting to create.
With the file loaded in your cutting machine, simply hit "go" and let the magic
happen. Within minutes you'll have a series of stunning, easy-to-apply shapes
by just adding glue to the backs. The best feature of these paper cut shapes is the
ability to crease and fold the butterflies, if desired, to make them appear as if they
are flying across your work. Additional directions for adding lace flowers to the
larger shapes can be found in the instructions for the Lace Flowers section.
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