Sometimes I get so wrapped up in creating things for other people (mostly my kids) that I don’t create much for myself. (Anybody else feel that way?) After I finished sewing a Christmas dress for my daughter and started debating whether or not to make her or her brother a Christmas shirt with my just-arrived-order of glitter heat transfer vinyl from Expressions Vinyl, I had a bit of a “eureka” moment and realized that I don’t own any cute Christmas apparel! Of course, that had to be remedied. It took almost no time for me to whip up this glittery and fun “fa la la” Christmas shirt with my Silhouette!
My inspiration for the design came from this great painted wood sign that I had recently come across on Pinterest. I decided to put my own spin on it by adding music notes to make it even more “me” – I am a choir-director-turned-stay-at-home-mom-and-blogger, in case you didn’t know ;-)
I’m not kidding when I say this went from design to completion in a total of less than 30 minutes. Love me some HTV! And I am totally crushing on this gold glitter heat transfer vinyl. The photos don’t do it justice. So much sparkle!
I’m all set for Christmas caroling, don’t you think?
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**Looking for a tutorial on how to create with heat transfer vinyl? Check out this post for a step-by-step guide with photos.** 
It’s Silhouette Challenge day! There are a wealth of terrific projects being shared this month – and they’re all holiday projects you can make with your Silhouette! Be sure to browse through all of the inspiration included in the clickable image below. (And then scroll down, because there’s something else you don’t want to miss!!) 
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And I’ve saved the best for last! My Silhouette Challenge buddies and I – in partnership with Silhouette America – are hosting a mega-huge giveaway for not one, not two…but three winners! Woohoo! Here are the prizes:
- First prize: Silhouette Cameo Machine +50 bonus designs. $349.49 value.
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Love this, Meredith. I’ll be wearing your Fa-la-la-la-la design on a shirt before the end of the day! :^) …in glitter HTV, of course. Thanks so much!
Thanks Eff! If you make one, I want to see a photo!! :-)
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!!! To be honest my girl would go crazy with this idea… She just sang that song at the closure show and she sings it all over all the time!!!! No better idea than this one!!!!
XOXO
Thanks so much Cami!! Sounds like she needs this shirt :-)
Love your shirt. great idea and the gold glitter LOOKS awesome.
Thanks Marni!! I am already trying to think of other projects for that gold glitter HTV…I just love it!
This is brilliant Meredith – love it!
Thanks Pam!!
This is just so darn festive! Thanks for the free cut file too….now there’s no excuse not to dress appropriately this holiday season! ;)
This is such a fun idea! I love how simple and unique it is!
WOW your t-shirt is absolutely FUN!!!!!
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Meredith, I downloaded the “Fa La La” file; however, I can’t ungroup the notes from the text…do you have an updated file?
Try “release compound path” to separate the shapes.
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That’s such a beautiful setup! The balance of colors and frames really adds warmth to the space. While exploring different design inspirations, I came across some interesting data about community layouts and art choices on Illinois inmate lookup that surprisingly connect visual structure with behavioral influence — it’s fascinating how environment affects mood. Your gallery wall truly reflects that harmony!
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