Dec
09

Christmas Photo Booth Props with Free Cut File

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com #christmasparty #photoprops #silhouette

 

I saw this pin for a photo prop “I’m with Santa” speech bubble a few months ago and absolutely loved it!  It got me so excited to throw a Christmas party…and that was back in October!

 

When I saw Lauren’s Halloween Party Photo Booth Props over at The Thinking Closet, I knew I could pull off some Christmas Photo Booth Props with my Silhouette Portrait digital cutting machine.  So I set to work making that “I’m with Santa” speech bubble and a few other fun props…

 

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com #christmasparty #photoprops #silhouette

 

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com #christmasparty #photoprops #silhouette

 

and then got a little carried away with some more…

 

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com #christmasparty #photoprops #silhouette

 

…and even more!

 

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com #christmasparty #photoprops #silhouette

 

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com #christmasparty #photoprops #silhouette

 

It was really very easy – I just cut the shapes out of chipboard with my Silhouette, then did the same with colored card stock, and glued them together.

 

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com #christmasparty #photoprops #silhouette

 

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com #christmasparty #photoprops #silhouette

 

For the “Naughty” and “Nice” arrows, I used Silhouette brand double-sided adhesive to cut out the lettering, then added glitter for a little glam!  (Click HERE for a tutorial on using double-sided adhesive and glitter.)  I wasn’t paying attention when applying the text to the arrows, though, and accidentally made them both point the same direction.  Oops!  It’s so much more fun for photos if they’re opposite arrows, so make sure you don’t screw that up like I did :-)

 

I also used the double-sided adhesive and glitter on the lips and Rudolph nose.  (A note about using the double-sided adhesive – if you use a dry paintbrush to brush the surface after you’ve added the glitter, it will remove ALL the excess glitter – after I did that, even when I rubbed my fingers along the adhered glitter, not even one speck of glitter came off onto my hand!)

 

The final step was painting some dowel rods black and attaching them to the props with hot glue.  Make sure you test out the placement and angle of the dowel rod on the prop so it is comfortable to hold and doesn’t end up putting the dowel right in front of your face (i.e. glue mostly to the sides of the props, not right in the middle).

 

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com #christmasparty #photoprops #silhouette

 

The most labor intensive part of this project was creating the cut files using various free clip art images from the web.  The cutting and assembly was relatively quick and straightforward!  It was super fun, too – I wanted to keep going and make some mistletoe, gift boxes, an elf hat, an ugly Christmas sweater…but I had to stop myself from going even farther overboard than I already did!

 


 

Christmas Photo Booth Props with FREE cut file from unOriginalMom.com

 

These cut files are available for FREE as part of my Silhouette Cut File Library. Sign up via the form below to get instant access to this file along with dozens of other personal-use Silhouette files.

Please note before you sign up: this file is for use WITH A SILHOUETTE PORTRAIT, CAMEO, OR CURIO ONLY! If you do not own one of these machines, this file will not work for you. Sorry, I do not have a PDF or JPEG version to share.  You can make your own photo props by hand by searching for free clip art, printing it onto card stock, and cutting it out with scissors – or, save a step by buying an affordable set on Amazon like this one!


But WAIT!  The fun doesn’t stop here!  35 bloggy friends of mine are all sharing Silhouette projects today as part of the December Silhouette Challenge.  Be sure to take some time to browse through these links for some more great Silhouette and crafting inspiration!

 

December Silhouette Challenge - 35 inspirational Silhouette projects for the holiday season!

 

  1. 2013 Snowman Christmas Card by Please Excuse My Craftermath…
  2. Christmas Hoop Art by Lil’ Mrs. Tori
  3. Silhouette Nativity Advent Candle Box by One Tough Mother
  4. Christmas Party Photo Booth Props by unOriginal Mom
  5. Another Stenciled Tea Towel by Cutesy Crafts
  6. Silhouette Gift Tags by Rain on a Tin Roof
  7. Snowflake Pin / Ornament by Coley’s Corner
  8. State Sign Couple Gift by It Happens in a Blink
  9. Mason Jar Christmas Ornaments by Vintage News Junkie
  10. Merry Christmas Wall Decor by One Artsy Mama
  11. Deer Head Holiday Banner…featuring Santa’s Reindeer by The Thinking Closet
  12. Restore your UGGS (with PAINT) by From Wine to Whine
  13. Monogrammed Snowflake Ornaments by Architecture of a Mom
  14. Christmas Countdown Sign by The Girl Creative
  15. Elf Chalk Sign: “The Best Way to Spread Christmas” by Weekend Craft
  16. Glittery Christmas Subway Art by The Turquoise Home
  17. Sketch Pen Labels by Sowdering About in Seattle
  18. Snowflake NOEL Sign by My Favorite Finds
  19. DIY Holiday Hostess Gift by Everyday Paper
  20. Folding Nativity Backdrop by Chicken Scratch NY
  21. Recycled Glass Jar Advent Calendar by Nearly Handmade
  22. Reindeer Card: Double-Sided Print & Cut by GetSilvered
  23. Personalized Block Ornament by Suburble
  24. Paper Medallion Christmas Tree by Create & Babble
  25. Mini Mid-Century Homes by Tried & True
  26. Glitter and Vinyl Minecraft Christmas Ornament by A Tossed Salad Life
  27. DIY Countdown to Christmas Refrigerator Style by My Paper Craze
  28. Reversible Recipe Holder/Block Frame by The Sensory Emporium
  29. DIY: Lettered Christmas Pillows by The House on Hillbrook
  30. Simply Charming Christmas Ornaments by Life After Laundry
  31. No Glitter was Worn by GiveMeAPaintbrush
  32. Make Easy Ornaments from Paper Circles by Bringing Creativity to Life
  33. Cutting Machine Embroidery Applique by Terri Johnson Creates
  34. “Believe” Christmas Banner by Daily Dwelling
  35. DIY Christmas Nativity Card by Pitter and Glink

 

 

UPDATE – Thanks for the terrific response to this fun project!  Please note that I am unable to respond to requests to provide this file in an alternate format – it was created specifically for use by Silhouette users.  If you are not a Silhouette user, a great way to create your own photo props is to search for free clip art, print it out on card stock or bulk it up with an additional layer of cardboard, and cut by hand.

 

Merry Christmas to all!

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101 Responses to Christmas Photo Booth Props with Free Cut File

  1. What a cute and unique way to capture Christmas memories using these photo props! I’ll be making these for sure. We go to my daughter’s house on Christmas morning to watch my grandson open his loot from Santa. It will be fun to take pictures of everyone else with these props! Thanks for the cut files!

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    • Oh that sounds like so much fun! Definitely post a pic or two on the FB group so we can all see :-) I’m sure it will be super cute!

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    • This is the first time I’ve had real success with chipboard, and I think it was because I used an old mat that wasn’t very sticky…the other times I’ve left behind chunks of chipboard on the mat, so I’ve been a little scared to try it again. But this was so easy! Definitely give it a try :-)

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  9. These are too cute Meredith!! I’m so tempted to make these up for my friends kids. They would have so much fun playing with them! Not to mention the cute photo opportunities.

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  10. How fun! I can see this being a big hit with kiddos and adults alike! Making the props had to be a blast! Since I have troubles wrapping my pea brain around how to doa lot of these crafts with my Silhouette, the tutorial and cut files are a blessing! Fabulous project by a fabulous lady!

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    • Ooo I definitely want to see pics of that – more the adults than the kids, haha. (And mimosas for Christmas morning = genius! I think I will be joining you in that!)

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  14. Too cute! I did this once before for an Easter party but never thought about it for Christmas. I think I may still have time to create this for our stockings…that would be a hoot! Thanks for sharing your inspiration and Merry Christmas to you and your family! :-)

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    • Yes that sounds like a lot of fun – so many possibilities in big family group shots! Let me know if you make them, would love to see the resulting photos :-)

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  21. I love these! If I had a Christmas party, I would so be making these. I’m thinking next year for the Christmas card though :) Thanks for the inspiration!

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    • Yes my 16 month old is a little young for these too…though I was thinking of making some for her to play with out of foam sheets for some cute pictures, that’s much more indestructible in little hands than card stock!

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  35. Thank you SO much for sharing this! I can’t wait until the craft store opens tomorrow so I can purchase Chipboard and get started on these. I had looked everywhere for something like this and you were the answers to what I needed! Filling out the member group request now. I really like the way this blog is written!

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  36. I’ve been excited about this post ever since you hinted that you might be making them. And they turned out FABULOUSLY, Meredith! Can’t wait to hear how go over with the guests at your party (maybe it has happened already?). I can practically SEE the “naughty” and “nice” photos now!

    Oh, and you already know I’ll be featuring you in my Reader Showcase in a few weeks. Watch out now!

    Thanks for all your help behind the scenes to make our Group Post & Giveaway such a success this month!

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    • Hehe, I’m excited to see them “at work,” too (the party is a week from Saturday) and may be posting a few of the resulting pics to facebook or even updating this post with them ;-)

      So excited for your Reader Showcase…I’m sure there are lots of great posts out there inspired by your fabulous projects and awesome tutorials!

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  45. Such a smile maker! I cut out a couple of Santas and Frosties, put them on wooden cooking skewers, and took them to lunch. Big hit. Took iPhone pictures. Couple across the restaurant asked if I’d take a pic of them in the Santas. Of course I did and emailed it to them that very minute. Then we took the props to a friend in rehab and made his day. I mean REALLY made his day! Thanks for a darling idea and design! Merry Christmas!!!

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    • Oh, this makes me SO happy! Thanks so much for sharing, I’m so glad they brought fun and smiles! Merry Christmas to you too!

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  54. Wow – thank you so much – my family and I have never done anything like this before and it will add a whole new concept to our Christmas….Thank you so much

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  60. Hi Meredith! I just converted these to .mtc (make the cut) and .pdf for my own use, and can send them to you if you’d like them!

    LOVE the design. Such a great collection!!

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  67. Hi there!

    I would love to download the cut out file for my Christmas work party but it won’t work, is there any way you could send it to me? and of course I would definitely follow you on all of those sites! :) :)

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    • Hi Kelly, are you using the file with a Silhouette Portrait or Cameo? Otherwise it won’t work. If it’s just a problem with the download I can definitely email it to you.

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  68. I’m new to using my Silhouette machine, I’m confused on how you cut the white pieces to the santa hats and the blue piece to the snowman hat? I don’t seem to see them. Thank you!!

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  72. Meredith! Not only was this post so awesome it inspired me to do a similar thing of my own with my husbands Marines BUT it also inspired me to tell my mom to do the same with my siblings (as if santa set up the photo booth). Thanks for this awesome post and the great ideas and cut files. We shared it in our Mega Christmas Guide post here: http://www.diyjustcuz.com/the-mega-christmas-guide/ if you’d like to check it out! It’s under “Take Pictures with your Family!” <3 You rock and your blog is one of our favs.

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  75. I’m trying to download but the file won’t open. Do I need an specific program?
    I would love to use this for my son school holiday party.
    Thank you!

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