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Silhouette Cameo Projects for the Classroom
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Hi, friends! One of my all time favorite tools that I use for creating fun things for my classroom is my Silhouette Cameo, and I’m so excited to share some of my own classroom Cameo creations, as well as a few others!
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Silhouette Cameo Projects for the Classroom
A few years back, I got into the business of designing invitations… and by business, I mean for my niece and nephew. That particular year my nephew wanted a pirate themed birthday in the worst way. I scoured Pinterest for some design ideas, and found one that was absolutely perfect. Of course, I got to work designing the perfect invite. The only problem was that I didn’t have a cutting machine to cut out the pirate ship.
I thought about buying a machine solely for this project, but then opted to buy just the cartridge and borrow a friend’s machine. I knew I wanted a cutting machine that allowed me to cut numerous images and fonts without having to purchase a separate cartridge. A few weeks later, I read about the Silhouette Cameo on Growing Kinders.
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I knew it was exactly the machine I was looking for, and I could hardly wait to begin creating awesome projects for my home and classroom! Here are some of my own creations and few of my favorite Silhouette finds!
1. Personalized Caddies
These are perfect for back-to-school teacher gifts! I like to keep mine at my small group table, or even on top of my desks filled with colorful pens, Sharpies, and Mr. Sketch markers. You can read more about how I made these here.
2. Personalized Clipboards
These also make great teacher gifts. These were one of the first creations I made with my Cameo!
3. Back-to-School Photo Prop
I absolutely loved our back-to-school photo prop this year! It was super easy to make, and I can definitely use it again next year!
4. DIY Felt Storyboards
This year, I decided to make some felt storyboards that my kiddos could use to practice retelling some of our favorite stories. You can read more about these creations here.
5. Wordle Desk
This is by far one of my favorite finds! A Year of Many Firsts nailed it with these brightly colored words of wisdom!
6. Bulletin Board Letters
This is a must see tutorial! Megan from I Teach What’s Your Superpower walks through each of the steps to cutting out letters with your Silhouette Cameo!
7. Personalized Water Bottles
Rowdy in Room 300 used some of Melonheadz adorable clipart to create these personalized water bottles for her own kiddos, but I think they would be super cute as an end-of-the-year gift too!
8. Book Bin
This book bin from The Very Busy Kindergarten is a super cute way to collect all of your library books!
9. Hello Door
I desperately want to recreate this “Oh, hello.” door from What the Teacher Wants! Talk about adorable!
10. Inspirational Wall Art
Did you know that you can purchase these predesigned quotes from Silhouette’s Design Store?!?! Now, I just need to find the perfect spot in my classroom!
11. Gift Tags
I’m loving these simple gift tags from I Teach What’s Your Super Power! I think I’ll be busting out the Cameo to make some Christmas tags!
12. Desk Décor
How cute is the front of Funky Fresh Firsties’ desk?!
13. Focus Walls
Sun, Sand and Second Grade used her Cameo to create headers for her focus wall and calendar. Genius!
14. Bulletin Boards
Is this not the most eye-catching back-to-school board?! I almost can’t wait until next year so I can create this wall of awesomeness!
15. Centers
Another reason I purchased the Cameo is for its ability to cut out printed material. Simply send your file to the printer so that Silhouette’s Design software can create print marks. Then, insert the printed file into your Cameo machine, and PRESTO! The Male Kindergarten Teacher is taking full advantage of this amazing feature!
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Ashley Sharp
As a dedicated Kindergarten teacher for nearly 20 years, I believe the words “fun, play, and creativity” can sit right alongside the words “developmentally appropriate, engaging, and rigorous.” Learning is meant to be fun and messy!
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96 responses to “Silhouette Cameo Projects for the Classroom”
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This is awesome! I have never used a machine like this but since my drawing skills are less than desired, this would be right up my alley. Thanks for this amazing giveaway! I love that you included so many examples of how people have used this in their classrooms!
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I've need had/used one either, but it's always been on my wish list. I am constantly cutting out tiny little pieces and wording to use in my classroom. It takes up so much time! Really hope to have one of these!
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I love this! I would love to make signs for my classroom door and quotes for the walls. Our school's roof collapsed over February break and we were moved into the Middle School which was originally the high school that many of my K kiddos' parents graduated from! Needless to say, it could use some sprucing up 🙂
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I would love to win one of these to use in my Kindergarten classroom!!!
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As a first year teacher I would absolutely love to have this to use in my second grade classroom!!
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This would be amazing, even for a middle school teacher like me! I currently have a Cricut but this would be phenomenal! I can make planner stickers!!
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Many of the students I work with require visual schedules, sub schedules and visual components to verbal directions. I imagine that a Cameo would allow me to tailor images based on the days need. I also find the thought of using my prep for something other than cutting out printed icons dreamy!
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I would love to win this to be able to do story retell boards. I do that a lot with my students. Also a lot of my students need a lot of visuals like schedules and directions this would be helpful for them to see and it's eye catching.
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I've never used one but I have so many ideas to try in my classroom!! Thanks for the giveaway!!
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This has been on my wishlist for like FOREVER!! If I win I will be bookmarking this post to help me with my designs!!! Fantastic post btw! xo
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I'm pretty sure that I'd wear it out if I had one! I'd sure love to try!
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My favorite classroom project are the clipboards. I would love to be able to make personalized clipboards for my team mates!
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I would love to win this cameo. It's been my wish for so long since my hands are not that good in cutting with scissors. Ugh. hoping to win this as a great christmas gift. ������
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My fingers are crossed! I am soon to be a first year teacher, and would love to use this to label everything in my very first classroom!
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Thanks for sharing all the wonderful ways of using a Silhouette cameo! I have never used one but I sure would like to win one!!!
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All of the ideas look awesome, I would love to make my own personalized baskets.
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I have never used one, but from your pics I know I could use it to personalize and make great labels for my classroom as well as my apartment. 🙂 Thanks for the opportunity!
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I never realized there were so many great ways to use the Cameo! Very creative!
Bex
Reading and Writing Redhead -
I teach Pre-k and everything has To be labeled.. this would be perfect.
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I teach Pre-k and everything has To be labeled.. this would be perfect.
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