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  1. Travis
    Everything should be there in a single zip file. I'm not sure what you mean by the "custom pattern by" svg. We have a GIMP file that allows you to customize the promo. What you want is the CustomHolidayOrnaments2019_US-Letter.svg Make sure you extract the files from the Zip file (drag them to your desktop). Then, be sure to open the files in Inkscape. I ran into an issue where a user didn't have Inkscape installed and it opened in GIMP instead. That won't work. It has to be opened in Inkscape. Once you open the file in Inkscape, the patterns will be there and would look similar to the video tutorial I posted in the first post of this thread. Let me know if this isn't working. Can you post a screenshot so I can see what you're seeing?
  2. Travis
    This scroll saw challenge should be an easy one. Share a pic of your scroll sawn gifts this Holiday season! There's nothing more special than a handmade gift. It could be a gift for family, friends, coworkers, or stuff you sell at Holiday craft shows! While we love to see your projects, it's the stories behind the project that makes it special. So tell us a little bit about it. From your saw, to under the tree, I can't wait to see what you made this Holiday season.
  3. Travis
    You can go to the file and and click the Download button and it will download to your computer. Let me know if it's not working.
  4. Travis
    I'm not sure if I understand. Are you looking for the SVG files? They're all packaged within the zip file. Make sure you extract the files from the Zip file (drag them to your desktop). Then, be sure to open the files in Inkscape. I ran into an issue where a user didn't have Inkscape installed and it opened in GIMP instead. That won't work. It has to be opened in Inkscape. Once you open the file in Inkscape, the patterns will be there and would look similar to the video tutorial I posted in the first post of this thread. I've highlighted the files that are Inkscape. If you're based in the US, you only need CustomHolidayOrnaments2019_US-Letter.svg. I hope this helps.
  5. Travis
    After you Union the ornament so that it is in 1 object, you can Choose the Selection tool Select your ornament. Hold down CTR and grab the corner of the ornament and resize up or down. Alternatively: Choose the Selection tool Select your ornament. At the top, of the screen, next to 'H', use the pulldown and change the units to Inches (in) Then click the padlock button between the W & H fields to constrain the aspect ratio Then type in either width or height to resize to an exact size
  6. Travis
    They're ALL amazing! We already had around 425 downloads as of this moment. The FB announcement went really well too. Thanks all who designed. Thanks all who donated to your favorite charity. It is all greatly appreciated.
  7. Travis
    I tried it on the mac and it seems to work OK. If you grouped the pattern first, it won't union. Look on the bottom of your screen and see if it says "Group of x objects" If so, you'll have to ungroup them before doing Union.
  8. Travis
    I'm proud to announce that SSV's Ornaments For Charity 2019 edition eBook is now available! For the last 10 years, members of Scroll Saw Village have donated their talents to designing ornaments for this unique eBook of patterns. This year, we added 11 additional designers to design 55 additional patterns. The eBook is now 119 pages with 360 Holiday ornament patterns! You can download the eBook for free and check it out. If you decide to keep the this amazing pattern book, we ask you to donate to your favorite charity (we're on the honor system here). Remember, this isn't about "buying" an ebook of patterns, it's about giving to a worthy cause. So dig deep when donating to your favorite charity. Please spread the word about this wonderful eBook of patterns. Post to your favorite social media, other clubs, and organizations. The more people who know about it, the more money we're able to raise for worthy causes. You can find the ebook here. There will be a tab on the navigation menu through Christmas. After Christmas, it will be moved under the More tab in the navigation bar. Special thanks to the following for donating patterns to this year's eBook: @Travis @Foxfold @meflick @MrsN @Fab4 @don in brooklin on @dvdneal @RabidAlien @Kris Martinson @Phantom Scroller @jollyred
  9. Travis
    I usually like block style letters in all caps. They seem to fit better in the name frame. Remember, you can stretch the name frame sideways to accommodate long names. OH No! I've been having a few orders come in. But, maybe PayPal is having temporary issues. You could also try rebooting your computer. Maybe your browser isn't connecting to PayPal fast enough. I can't imagine that would be it, but it's worth a try.
  10. Travis
    Today's the last day to get your ornament patterns in for this year's Ornaments For Charity eBook! @Travis, I'm looking at you! I'll be working on the book this evening and tomorrow morning. I'm hoping to have it published by tomorrow afternoon. To my American friends, I hope you enjoy your Thanksgiving turkey and hopefully sharing with those you love. For the rest of you, enjoy your Thursday.
  11. Travis
    Thanks everybody who chose to buy this personalized ornament kit. I think the response has been very positive so far, which makes me happy. If you purchased the kit and had a chance to play around with it a bit, can you leave a review on the product page? I think other members will find that helpful in deciding if it's right for them. Again, thank you for your support. I greatly appreciate it.
  12. Travis
    I'm sorry to hear that. That sounds like a firewall on your computer is blocking it. It could be your computer security settings, browser security settings, or a virus scanner. Many times when it blocks a download, there's a popup saying it won't download. On that popup, there's usually a "Advanced" button you can click. Click that and it will give you the option of downloading anyway. If that doesn't work, shoot me a email and I'll email the files to you. Absolutely. I'd love suggestions for future ornament designs. You can share them here, or you can PM me. Thanks for the feedback. Yah, I can flush it out a bit more in the written tutorial. I'll see if I can update that in the next day or so. The ornament kit is meant for folks who are familiar with Inkscape. I wrote in the description something to the order that you need a working knowledge of Inscape, but don't have to be an expert.
  13. Travis
    If anybody has any trouble downloading the file, please let me know. While the system has been there for the Ornaments For Charity eBook, this is the first time using the payment feature with the eBooks. From what I can tell, it's pretty straight forward. But I'd love to hear your experiences, too.
  14. Travis
    Thanks all for the feedback. I really appreciate it. I love having folks like you to bounce ideas off of. We'll see if folks find the Ornament Kit useful. If there's enough interest, I'll make another one next year. So, over the years, can have a nice variety of customizable ornaments. It is available for download in the ebook shop. I was thinking $20 also sounded reasonable, too. I figure if you sell 2 ornaments, you've recouped your investment. Everything after that is gravy. What I think I might do, since this is the first time doing something like this, I'm putting it on sale for 50% off through Cyber Monday! So right now, you can pick it up for only $10, which is a screamin' deal! It's my way of saying Thank You for being a part of SSV and making it such a great place to be.
  15. Travis
    More information about "2019 - Custom Ornament Business Kit"
    Mini Scroll Saw Business in a Box! Earn a little extra cash this Holiday season, and help pay for your scroll saw addiction...errr....hobby. With this kit, you can personalize as many Holiday ornaments as you want with this simple template. This kit includes an Inkscape (svg) source file that allows you to personalize ornaments with names and dates. Also included are step-by-step instructions, premade images to advertise your services that you can post to social media, and the GIMP file in case you'd like to customize your promotions. Here's what would be included in the kit: SVG Ornament File - Inkscape SVG file that you can use to customize ornaments. (US Letter & A4 size) Step by Step Instructions - Easy instructions on how to use the Inkscape file, and how to export PDFs and PNGs from Inkscape. Promotion Banners - Pre-made images you can post to social media that advertise your ornaments. (5 price-points in both $ & £) GIMP Promotion Banner Template - GIMP source file that allows you to customize your promotion banner with your name and picture. Note: This ornament kit is meant for folks who have a working knowledge of Inkscape. You don't have to be an advanced user, but you should have the basics down. If you'd like to learn more about Inkscape, you can find my free online course here. Here's an overview of how the kit works: Selling Ideas: With this kit, you can either sell finished patterns to fellow scrollers or crafters. Or you can sell finished ornaments. Custom patterns for fellow scrollers & crafters. (suggested price: $1-2 per custom pattern) Post to your Facebook (or other social media) that you make custom ornaments. Friends and family would jump at the chance to have a custom ornament designed and cut by you. (suggested price: $10-15 each). Take orders at a craft show, church bizarre or event. Or even scroll on-site. (suggested price: $10-15 each). Sell on Etsy or similar online handmade marketplaces. Just give yourself time to make and ship the items. (suggested price: $12-20 each) Fundraiser for a youth group, school, or sports team. (suggested price: $12-20 each) Or maybe, they’re just unique gifts for friends and family (suggested price: $0 each)
    $20
  16. Travis
    Thanks. If there's enough interest, I'd release a new set each year. So there would be a 2019 set for $x and a 2020 set for $x. As far as price goes, a better way of putting it: If you were to purchase something like this, what would you be willing to pay (a fair price for us both). A stab in the dark is fine with me if you don't know. I have a price in mind, but I don't want to underprice it. LOL.
  17. Travis
    Hi All. I've been toying around with an idea I'd like to get your thoughts on. I made a customizable ornament kit that allows you to personalize Holiday ornaments. Basically, this is a Inkscape (svg) file that allows you to personalize ornaments with names (or dates). I would provide the SVG file, along with instructions and some promo pics you can post to social media. This is basically a mini business-in-a-box where you can earn a little extra cash this Holiday season. Here's what would be included in the kit: SVG Ornament File - Inkscape SVG file that you can use to customize ornaments. (US Letter & A4 size) Step by Step Instructions - How to use the Inkscape file, and how to export PDFs and PNGs from Inkscape. Promotion Banners - Pre-made images you can post to social media that advertise your ornaments. (5 pricepoints in $ & £) GIMP Promotion Banner Template - GIMP file that allows you to customize your promotion banner with your name and picture. Note: This ornament kit is meant for folks who have a working knowledge of Inkscape. You don't have to be an advanced user, but you should have the basics down. If you'd like to learn more about Inkscape, you can find my free online course here. Here's an overview on how the kit works: With this kit, you can either sell finished patterns to fellow scrollers or crafters. Or you can sell finished ornaments. Here are some selling ideas: Custom patterns for fellow scrollers & crafters. (suggested price: $1-2 per custom pattern) Post to your Facebook (or other social media) that you make custom ornaments. Friends and family would jump at the chance to have a custom ornament designed and cut by you. (suggested price: $10-15 each). Take orders at a craft show, church bizarre or event. Or even scroll on-site. (suggested price: $10-15 each). Sell on Etsy or similar online handmade marketplaces. Just give yourself time to make and ship the items. (suggested price: $12-20 each) Fundraiser for youth group, school, or sports team. (suggested price: $12-20 each) Or maybe, they’re just unique gifts for friends and family (suggested price: $0 each) OK. Here's where I'd like to get your help: What do you think of the idea? Is it something you'd find useful? Do you think it would be too difficult to use? What would you think is a fair price for this business-in-a-box kit (take into account all that is included, including source files). Any other feedback?
  18. Travis
    Holy Cow! We made it! In fact, we got 11 designers, which matches last year! Can we beat last year's record and add 1 more designer? @Travis @Foxfold - Received @meflick - Received @MrsN - Received @Fab4 - Received @don in brooklin on - Received @dvdneal - Received @RabidAlien - Received @Kris Martinson - Received @Phantom Scroller - Received @jollyred - Received
  19. Travis
    Boy, it looks like I'm the only one that has to get on my designing! The pressure is on. @Travis @Foxfold - Received @meflick - Received @MrsN - Received @Fab4 - Received @don in brooklin on - Received @dvdneal - Received @RabidAlien - Received @Kris Martinson - Received But....here's the big but....we are still short 1 designer! It would be a tragedy if we fell short by 1 designer on our 10 year anniversary. Who's gunna help out?
  20. Travis
    Awesome! Just 1 away! I'd hate to make it this close and fall shy on our 10 year anniversary. Who's gunna help us reach 10?! Here's where we're at right now: @Travis @Foxfold - Received @meflick @MrsN - Received @Fab4 - Received @don in brooklin on - Received @dvdneal - Received @RabidAlien - Received @Kris Martinson - Received
  21. Travis
    One more to the list! Sooooo close! @Travis @Foxfold - Received @meflick @MrsN - Received @Fab4 - Received @don in brooklin on - Received @dvdneal @RabidAlien - Received Two more and we met our goal. 4 more and we beat last year! Who's next!?
  22. Travis
    One more to the list! Only 3 more to go! Here's what we have so far: @Travis @Foxfold - Received @meflick @MrsN - Received @Fab4 - Received @don in brooklin on - Received @dvdneal Why was 6 afraid of 7? Because, 7 8 9. (dumb joke, but still makes me laugh) Who will be #8? Step right up!
  23. Travis
    Awesome! We're getting there! Here's what we have so far: @Travis @Foxfold - Received @meflick @MrsN - Received @Fab4 @don in brooklin on Who else is in!?
  24. Travis
    1 SVG with all 5 designs is good. Thanks!
  25. Travis
    (In my best auctioneer voice) We have 4, 4, 4, who will give me 5? 5, 5, 5 to some'd to Christmas Cheer? 5't make it 't 10! Who'd bid to get me 10? We'd like to hit 10 this year, being our 10 year anniversary, and all. Here's what we have so far: @Travis @Foxfold - Received @meflick @MrsN - Received
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