 Not all vector programs see things the same way. Here are 3 of the most popular. While SVG files can be defined in real world units like mm and inch, but some vector programs convert these units into px (pixels). Unfortunately, some programs assume different pixel density. Illustrator assumes 72 pixels per inch Inkscape assumes 96 pixels per inch Corel Draw assumes 72 pixels per inch I have found that the easiest way to fix this when opening SVG's in Inkscape that were created in Illustrator, is go to to: File>Document Properties>display units = inches Then change the file's scale to 72 pixels per inch. 
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Tools and SuppliesIf you don't have a glowforge yet here is a link to save you $500 off of a Pro, $250 off of a Plus and $100 off of a Basic.
Advent Calendar 2 inch -Here Advent Calendar 3 inch -Here Rotary Cutter and Mat Set - https://amzn.to/313EEVQ Brayer - https://amzn.to/35uI083 Masking Material - https://amzn.to/2OA1QbG Plywood Sheets - https://amzn.to/3152wbM Glue - https://amzn.to/2MyV9V0 Small Hammer-https://amzn.to/329Kcjf Paint- any craft paint Air Brush (Optional)-https://amzn.to/35noiLn Scrapbook paper for background 
If you don't have a glowforge yet here is a link to save you $500 off of a Pro, $250 off of a Plus and $100 off of a Basic. Christmas Tree Countdown Blocks File -Here Rotary Cutter and Mat Set - https://amzn.to/313EEVQ Brayer - https://amzn.to/35uI083 Masking Material - https://amzn.to/2OA1QbG Plywood Sheets - https://amzn.to/3152wbM Glue - https://amzn.to/2MyV9V0 Small Hammer-https://amzn.to/329Kcjf Paint- any craft paint Air Brush (Optional)-https://amzn.to/35noiLn      Supplies for this ProjectIf you don't have a glowforge yet here is a link to save you $500 off of a Pro, $250 off of a Plus and $100 off of a Basic. Rustic Ornament Laser File - Here Rotary Cutter and Mat Set - https://amzn.to/313EEVQ Masking Material - https://amzn.to/2OA1QbG Plywood Sheets - https://amzn.to/3152wbM Xyron Creative Station - https://amzn.to/33heUXF Glue - https://amzn.to/2MyV9V0 Clamps - https://amzn.to/323XePa Wooden Beads - Hobby Lobby Paper Pack - The Paper Studio Hobby Lobby Cord - Hemp Cord Step 1 : Choose your background PaperAny paper will work. I chose a plaid pack because I love plaid!  Step 2 : Load Paper into the GlowforgeIf you don't have a special mat for cutting paper magnets work great!  Step 3 : Cut all pieces for the BackgroundHere are my Settings Speed 500 Power 30 Depth .003 Step 4 : Add Adhesive to Paper PiecesI use a Xyron Creative Staiton that makes projects like this so much easier! You can use glue as well if you don't have a sticker maker.  Step 5 : Mask your wood pieceI always mask with paper tape. A brayer, rotary cutter and mat help this step go quickly and smoothly without the tape lifting during cutting. Step 6 : Cut PiecesFor .125" wood I use settings Speed 200 Power Full Depth .125 Step 7 : Add Background paper to each base.If you don't have a sticker maker glue will work just as well for this step. Step 8 : Glue Front Piece onto BaseI like to use Gorilla Super Glue but any glue that you like to use will work for this step. Step 9 : Glue Center PiecesI like to lay my pieces out before I glue so I know what placement works best for my project. Step 10 : Complete Ornament with beads and cord.I really liked the wooden beads on the ornament string but they are completely optional. I used hemp cord for the rustic look. This post may include affiliate links. This does not mean it will cost you anymore, I may just receive a small commission for the referral.
 Now it's Magic Time! Just have to send the file to the Glowforge and Assemble your Design! Steps for this Are Easy! Here is a short video.
1. Gather your supplies. Here I have my masking, brayer and rotary cutter. 2. Mask your material.
3. Load your Material into the Glowforge. 4. Magic Time. Press the button and watch the magic. 5. Remove Masking 6. Assemble the Top and Bottom Sections. 7. Enjoy!
Parts 1 and 2 Now that you know how to create a box using the Box-O-Matic App you are ready to go. If you just want the plain box you can just upload it the way the app saves it. If you would like to modify or add a design then this post is for you! Here is the video. Keep reading if you would like to see step by step instructions. Step By Step Instructions1. Create a new document in Adobe Illustrator. 2. Choose an Artboard size. I use a 18x11 inch artboard. 3. Place your file on the Artboard by selecting file and Place. 4. Go to object and ungroup. This design was ungrouped 3 times to get to individual pieces. 5. Choose Object, Path and then Join to close all the paths. Do this for each piece. 6. Change the fill color to solid to check for closed paths. If any piece is not solid you need to go back to step 5 and join again. 7. I chose to do a text design. This font is Chick-a-Leigh from Kitaleigh and is one of my favorites! 8. For cut lines I use RGB code ff0000 (red) and for Engrave I use the RGB code 0000ff (blue).  9. This is how my design looks once its ready for the glowforge. 10. Now you are ready to save! Choose save as, name your project and choose the SVG format. Next onto Glowforge!
 I get asked all the time how I make boxes. I wanted to give you a quick tutorial on using the easiest app I've found to create boxes. I usually start with a simple box or tray and then edit for what I need in my projects using Adobe Illustrator. To get started make sure you have the Box-O-Matic app and adobe illustrator. Here is a short video on the process covering the steps listed below. How to use the Box-O-Matic App1. Open the Box-O-Matic App 2. Create a new project. 3. Choose Box type 4. Choose a Name for your Project 5. Set the Project Dimensions 6. Click Share at the top and save as an SVG Parts 2 and 3 Hi all! I thought it best to start with a little introduction to get things kicked off right around here! First, and I’m sorry in advance for this lol. You will quickly learn that I'm an over punctuator! I tend to use exclamation points a little too freely at times, but hey that's just who I am! Here is a photo of my family from our last road trip (more about our epic road trips later!). Here are a few facts about me and how I came to be doing what I’m doing now.  Way back in the early 2000's when I decided photography was something neat to learn we were still using dark rooms. I quickly turned a closet into my own darkroom and fell in love! Of course, it was just my luck that I decided to do this right as digital cameras were becoming affordable purchases and so my venture into film photography didn't last too long. When my son came along in 2005 and I took him to get newborn photos taken I realized that, a. chain store photography studios were not the place to expect quality photos and, b. that I could figure this out for myself. Once I got my shiny new digital camera, I was ready to take the most amazing photos of my beautiful baby boy. Easy right? Yeah, not so much. In reality my child has never been still for more than a couple seconds since he was conceived. I should have known a child that couldn't stay warm and safe inside and decided to come 2 months early, would not lay still for a nice photo. If I would have thought that I would have been right! Here is one of the early photos just so you can get an idea of what I had to work with! This was going to be a little harder than I thought!   So, with lots of practice I did get better and by the time that my daughter came along in 2008 I was ready to try my hand and not only taking the photos but editing them too! Lucky for me she was a much more cooperative subject than her brother. It didn’t take me long to realized I liked the design work on the computer so much more than taking the photos. Photoshop was where I had the most fun. I started creating invitations and announcements and found my calling. Once I purchased my first silhouette after not being happy with cricut cartridges, I was ready to dip my toes into the world of SVG creators. I tried my hand and fonts and liked doing those as well. Then I was introduced to the Glowforge and found my new love! How I use my Glowforge (nicknamed Real Genius) and my projects will make up most of my posts here so get ready to see some awesome stuff! Here is my code if anyone would like to save a little when you decide to purchase one for yourself! https://glowforge.us/r/OCKWNBIU  |
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