The first step is to actually create the decal that you want to cut. For this project, the basic edition will work just fine. Silhouette Studio Basic is free to download, or you buy upgraded versions online to add additional features. You can also find single sheets of sign vinyl for smaller runs of decals. I bought 10 foot rolls to have plenty for other projects, but as you will see, this project only used a small amount. There is a wide range of colors and prints available, if you would like to try something different for your project. I choose white vinyl because I like the look of solid white window decals. Transfer Paper (9' wide) (~ $10 for 10 foot roll).White Craft Vinyl (9' wide) (~ $10 for 10 foot roll).Silhouette Portrait cutter (~$150, but look for a makerspace!).The Portrait has about eight inches of cutting width, and will accept nine inch wide media, so that is the size material I will be using. This is a great machine and you can find them for about $150 retail, if you do not have access to one. My local makerspace, The Maker Station, received this as part of an Instructables Build Night program. Or if you want to purchase one, you can find them at very reasonable prices as well.įor this project, I will be using a Silhouette Portrait digital craft cutter. Chances are, someone there has one, or knows where you might find one. If you don't have access to a digital craft cutter, ask around at your local area makerspaces. With only a few, low-cost materials, and access to a digital craft cutter, you can create these in no time. This project walks you through the process of creating your own vinyl window decal.

They look great and when applied to vehicle windows, they stay a little higher out of the dust and debris that plagues a typical bumper sticker. Whether it is displaying a favorite band, a local business, stick figure families, or your favorite political statement, vinyl window decals are a great way to express yourself.

There are all types of decals displayed in vehicle windows. I'm sure you've seen quite a few of these.

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