Unicorn Centerpiece Card Keeper

Unicorn Centerpiece Card Keeper- JMRush 

Approximate Box Size: W 2.25” X D 5.75” X H 5.5” 

Height including Unicorn Figure: W 5.5” X D 7.5” X H 10”

The Unicorn Centerpiece has an open box area that can be used to hold classroom Valentine’s or Birthday cards as it doubles as a centerpiece:) This file could also be used as a small gift bag and is compatible with both 8X12 and 12X12 mats. 

You can purchase the Silhouette design file here: https://www.silhouettedesignstore.com/artists/485222

1. Cut the design pieces. ( I used double sided card stock) ( I added to this file during the shooting of this tutorial. You will have two additional rectangles (see image 2), the box base pieces are larger, and there will be two large hair pieces:) I have also grouped the cut file in color sections. You can ungroup as you like:)

2. Two additional rectangles.

3. Glue the Unicorn head with ear, eye, and nose cut outs to it’s coordinating solid base. Glue the unicorn horn with cut outs to it’s coordinating solid base. Glue the thin hooves to the coordinating larger hoove pieces; aligning at the bottom. Glue the eyes with eyelashes to the circles with small circle cut outs; aligning at the small circle and curling as you like. Fold the two tail pieces at the score lines.

4. Glue the combined eyes to the coordinating shapes on the combined unicorn head. Glue the hair to the combined unicorn head; centering it. Glue the combined hooves to the front of the full unicorn silhouette and unicorn backside at the coordinating shapes. Apply glue to one side of the scored tail section and secure the other scored tail section aligning the edges.

5. Use foam adhesive squares to attach the oval muzzle piece with nose holes to the coordinating shape on the combined unicorn; aligning the nose holes. Use foam adhesive squares to attach the combined unicorn horn to the combined unicorn head; aligning at the top of the horn.

6. Use foam adhesive squares down the seam line of the combined scored tail section and attach to the coordinating solid tail base.

7. Use Foam adhesive squares to attach the combined unicorn head to one of the large hair pieces; aligning at the bottom center. Flip the full unicorn silhouette and backside over and glue the remaining combined hooves to the coordinating shapes; aligning at the bottom and edges. Flip both silhouettes back over.

8. Use foam adhesive squares to attach the combined head to the full unicorn silhouette; aligning at the unicorn horn and centering. Glue the second large hair piece to the backside of this combined piece to the coordinating shape. Use foam adhesive squares to attach the combined tail to the backside silhouette section; centering horizontal and vertically. Apply glue to the very right edge of the largest box base piece. ( Your box base will be larger than what is shown:) Align the center tab of the smaller box base piece and place it on top of the glue area; aligning at the score line. Allow to dry.

9. Like this:)

10. Fold the tabs at the score lines of the combined box base.

11. Apply glue to backsides of the top and bottom vertical tabs. Secure to the rectangular shape in the middle of the combined box base.

12. Apply glue to the backsides of the top and bottom horizontal tabs and secure to the inside of the box.

13. It should look like this:)

14. Two gray rectangles. Apply glue to the backside of each and secure to the narrow sides of the box base; aligning at the bottom (open are of the box is up)

15. Repeating for the other narrow side.

16. Apply glue to the entire white section of the narrow section of the box base and along the very edges of the gray rectangle.  Attach the combined backside/tail unicorn silhouette; centering it and aligning the hooves with the bottom edge of the box base. Allow to dry.

17. Repeat for the other narrow side of the box base. 

18. Attach the combined full unicorn silhouette; centering it and aligning the hooves with the bottom edge of the box base. Allow to dry.

19. I finished with ribbons and an enamel jewel in the center:)

High Top Shoe Centerpiece

High Top Shoe Centerpiece-JMRush

Approximate Centerpiece size: W 10.50” X H 6.25”

This design has eyelet holes to interlace a ribbon, features a fold out stand, and is compatible with both 8X12 and 12X12 mats. 

You can purchase the Silhouette design file here: https://www.silhouettedesignstore.com/artists/485222

See also:  High Top Shoe Invitation

http://jmrushdesigns.blogspot.com/2016/09/high-top-shoe-invitation.html

1. Cut design pieces. ( I used double sided card stock).
2. Fold the kick stand out of the large base shoe (with only circular holes).
3. Apply glue to the backside of the large shoe piece with the star cut out. ( Be careful not to apply glue to the area that will touch the kick stand on the base shoe)
4. Center and secure to the base shoe; aligning the eyelet holes.
5. Make sure the kick stand is not glued down and is still operational. 
6. Glue the smallest shoe piece to the top of the combined shoe; centering it and aligning the eyelet holes.
7. I used approximately 36” of 1/8” ribbon and  looped the ribbon through the bottom eyelet of the combined shoe. Pull the ribbon so that the ends are even each side.
8. Thread one side of the ribbon through each eyelet.
9. Repeat with the other side of the ribbon threading the opposite way as before (under or over the top of the card) Tie your ribbon:)

Pumpkin Lantern (Flameless)

Pumpkin Lantern (Flameless)-JMRush

Approximate size: W 4.50” X D 4.50” X H 7”

When vellum paper is used, an opaque lantern effect is created on this five sided lantern. This design is compatible with both 8X12 and 12X12 mats.

You can purchase the Silhouette design file here: https://www.silhouettedesignstore.com/artists/485222

1.Cut design pieces. ( I used double sided card stock)

2. Flip lantern pieces over ( pretty side down). Fold score line up. Align the lantern pieces so that the upper tabs are on the upper right side. Apply glue to the backside of the long side tabs and secure the three lantern pieces together.

3. Apply glue to the very edges of the rectangular vellum pieces. Align over each open window of the lantern panels. Secure.

4. Glue the two stem leaf pieces together on the central stem part only and making sure that the half circle shapes at the bottom and leaves are still separate.

5. Glue the two small stem designs to each side of the combined stem/leaf piece. Curl the leaves as you like.

6. Apply glue to the top right side tab of the third panel top and attach to the inside of the next triangular top to the right. Repeat for the next tab.

7. Repeat for the next tab on the fourth panel.

8. Repeat for the tab on the first panel.

9. Repeat for the last two tabs which encloses the top of your lantern.

10. This is what it should look like.

11. Apply glue to the long side tab on the last panel and attach to the panel to the left, creating a enclosed pentagon box shape.

12. Apply glue to the inside of the leaf/stem small tabs and secure to the top of the lantern. Hold until secure.

13. Fold the score lines on the lantern base.

14. Apply glue to the small tabs on the lantern base and secure to the inside of the rectangular shape to the left. 

15. Repeat for all tabs.

16. This is what it should look like.

17. Place a flameless candle in the center of the lantern base. (I used a 3” W x 4” H flameless color changing candle) The lantern top is placed over the top. I finished with a ribbon.

American Flag Open Top Box

American Flag Open Top Box-JMRush

Approximate size: W 6.75” X D 2.75” X H 4.25”

This open top box file has a american flag design that wraps around the entire box. This box can be used as a gift box, a centerpiece, or as a napkin holder for your Fourth of July/ Memorial day parties ( fits napkins 6.5” in width). This design is compatible with both 8X12 and 12X12 mats.

1. Cut design pieces.
2. Fold score lines on the box base. Apply glue to the backside of the side tab on the largest box base section and secure to the smaller box base section- ( make sure that the large section has a square at the top and the smaller section has a square at the bottom:)
3. Apply glue to the right corner of the backside of the top center tab. Secure to the long rectangular tab to the right forming a 90 degree angle.
4. Apply glue to the left corner of the backside of the bottom center tab. Secure to the long rectangular tab to the left forming a 90 degree angle.
5. Apply glue to the outside of the 90 degree angle pieces and secure the square flap to the right.
6. This is what it should look like:)
7. Repeat for the other side so that your open top box shape is complete.
8. This is what it should look like:)
9. Apply glue to the front of the box. Apply the long rectangle stripes- alternating colors.
10. Apply glue to the side panel. Apply the smaller rectangle stripes-alternating colors.
11. Repeat for the other two sides. Glue the rectangular (blue) shape to the upper left corner ( on the front and on the back).
12. I used foam adhesive squares to attach the stars together- layering from largest to the smallest on top. I staggered the stars in this photo.
13. The stars are centered in this picture.
14. Finish by adding a ribbon or twine:)

You can purchase this design here: https://www.silhouettedesignstore.com/artists/485222

Firecracker Straw Container

Firecracker Straw Container-JMRush

Approximate Container size: W 3” X H 11” D 3” (Actual container dimensions W 2.5” X H 8” D 2.5” without wick, base, and star)

This container features an attached lid and a large base for stability. This design is perfect for holding straws (8” H) for your Fourth of July or Memorial Day party and doubles as a festive centerpiece. This design is compatible with both 8X12 and 12X12 mats.

You can purchase this design here: https://www.silhouettedesignstore.com/artists/485222

1.Cut design pieces. (I used double sided card stock for the container base)

2. Flip the container base over (pretty side down). Apply glue just under the slots on the right hand side.

3. Apply glue along the left vertical edge.

4. Tuck the tabs into the slots by rolling the container base. Allow the glue to dry and secure.

5. Fold the score lines in the base edge piece.

6. Flip the base edge over (pretty side down). Apply glue to just under the tab at the top and above the slot at the bottom.

7. Tuck the tab into the slot by rolling the base edge piece. Secure and allow to dry.

8. Center the open circle piece over the base edge piece and wiggle it down to the bottom of the base edge piece by the tabs. ( It will be a snug fit:)

9. Apply glue to the outside of the tabs and secure down to the open circle that you just placed on the base edge piece.

10. Apply glue on the circular surface of the combined base edge piece. Secure the solid circle to the combined base edge piece.

11. This is what it should look like.

12. Apply glue to the tall part of the base edge piece.

13. Slip the container over the combined edge base piece until the base edge piece is completely inside of the container. Allow the glue to dry.

14. Roll the wick piece so that it is cylinder like. I used a marker to form it’s shape. 

15. Apply glue to the inside just under the slot and along the edge under the tab.

16. 17. Tuck the tab into the slot and allow to dry. ( I used the marker again to help form the cylinder shape)

18. Push the tabs of the wick up.

19. Feed the wick through the opening in the combined container. I went from the inside through to the top. Align the seam of the wick with the seam of the container.-Toward the back.

20. Apply glue to the tabs and secure to the inside of the lid.

21. Apply glue to the backside of the larger ( but has a smaller center hole) circle. Secure to the inside of the lid lining up the flat sides of the outside of the circle.

22. This is what it should look like.

23. Apply glue to the backside of one of the stars. Secure to the other star. ——Optional: Apply glue to the smaller circle ( with a larger center hole) and secure to the top of the lid- lining up the straight edge of the outside of the circles.

24. Feed the star through the wick and fill with straws. Finish with ribbon or twine.

Turkey Cone Container

Turkey Cone Container-JMRush

Basket size: W 4" X  H 2.25”

Turkey Size (approximate): W 6” X H 5.5”

This Turkey Cone Treat container can be filled with goodies for a gift or used as a center piece for your Thanksgiving feast. 20” of 1/4” ( or smaller width) ribbon or twine is needed to complete the basket. This design is compatible with 8x12 or 12X12 mats.

1. Cut the design pieces.
2. Pre-fold all score lines.
3. Using 20” of 1/4” or smaller ribbon or twine, lace it through the holes of the Octagonal design piece to create a basket. Tie a bow to secure.
4. Apply glue to the Turkey toes.
5. Secure the Turkey toes to the bottom of the basket.
6. Place the tab inside the slot of the curved body piece.
7. Apply glue to the inside of the tab.
8. Secure the glued tab to the inside of the curved body piece.
9. Continue this step for all curved body pieces.
10. Glue the single hind feather and the larger double hind feather together.
11. Glue the smaller double hind feather on top of the section.
12. Glue the gobbler tear drop to the backdrop of the face section
13. Glue the beak into place on the face section.
14. Glue the white of the eyes into place.
15. Assemble the head feathers by glueing the center and the two side feathers together.
16. Apply glue to the inside of the Largest scalloped curved body section.
17. Secure it to the the Large bottom straight cone lining up the seems on the back side.
18. Repeat for the next scalloped body piece securing it on top of step 17.
19. Make sure your seams are aligned:)
20. Repeat for the next scalloped body piece securing it on top of step 18.
21. Make sure your seams are aligned:)
22. Roll the triangular top piece into a cone shape.
23. Test fit that the edges will align.
24. Apply glue to the scored edge.
25. Secure the cone together.
26. Apply glue to the inside of the top piece.
27. Secure it to the top of the body section making sure that the seams align.
28. Glue the hind feathers onto the back seemed side of the turkey body.
29. Glue the face and head feathers into place.
30. Apply a dab of glue to the top of each wing and secure onto the body.
31. You can curve the wings if you like.
32. TA DA! Your Turkey is Complete and ready to be filled with goodies or sit and look pretty;)

Look what an awesome job Dianne Jenkins did with this herd of Turkeys:) Adorable! Thanks for the project pictures Dianne. Love it!:)