Cricut Wood Projects

Cricut Project: Real Wood Memorial Bookmark Honoring a Cowboy

We were honored to create a custom wood memorial bookmark for a beloved man who had recently passed. Made with our .025″ thick White Pine Real Wood Paper, this bookmark served as both a heartfelt tribute and a lasting keepsake. The natural warmth and soft grain of White Pine provided the perfect backdrop to honor someone with a deep love for horses and the western way of life. Simple yet meaningful, this Cricut-made memorial piece captured the rustic spirit of a life well lived.

Below is a materials list and the brief details with how we created this beautifully unique memorial bookmark.

Materials Used:

White Pine .025″ Thick Wood Veneer Sheet 8.5″ x 11″ Short Grain
Cricut Maker
Canon Craft and Photo Printer
Crop-a-Dile Paper Punch
Brown Flat Suede Cord

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Create a Rustic Cowboy Memorial Bookmark with Real Wood Paper

Step 1: Design Your Bookmark
We began by designing the memorial bookmark in Photoshop, incorporating a photo of our cowboy friend along with a meaningful quote. Once the layout was complete, we saved the file as a flattened image.

Step 2: Prepare the Bookmark Cut File
Using a bookmark template from Cricut Design Space, we imported our design into Cricut and lined up the image within the bookmark cut borders. We repeated the design several times on the 8.5″ x 11″ canvas to make the most of a single sheet of wood.

Step 3: Print on Real Wood Paper
We used our Canon crafting photo printer to print directly onto an .025″ thick White Pine Wood Backed Sheet. Be sure to print from the rear feed tray if your printer has one, and always test your printer settings with a small design before printing the full sheet.

Step 4: Cut the Bookmarks with Cricut
Once printed, we carefully placed the wood sheet onto a strong grip cutting mat and loaded it into the Cricut Maker. We selected the appropriate cut settings and let the machine cut out the bookmarks.

Step 5: Remove Cut Pieces
After cutting, we gently removed the bookmarks from the wood sheet. Occasionally, pieces may not fully release—if that happens, simply bend the wood slightly back and forth near the cut lines. It may creak or crack a little, but that’s normal with thicker wood veneer sheets.

Step 6: Punch the Tassel Hole
Instead of cutting the tassel hole with the Cricut (which doesn’t always handle small holes well in thicker wood), we used a Crop-A-Dile punch to create a clean center hole in each bookmark.

Step 7: Add the Suede Tassel
To complete the rustic, western-inspired look, we threaded a piece of brown flat suede cord through the hole and tied it with a loop—resembling saddle tacks or reins.

How To Cut Wood Bookmark WIth A Cricut Maker

These handcrafted bookmarks are a meaningful addition to any memorial or celebration of life. Made from real wood, each one offers a natural and heartfelt way to honor a loved one’s memory. With their warm texture and personalized design, they become a lasting tribute and something guests can hold onto, reflect on, and cherish. No two are exactly alike, making each bookmark as unique and one-of-a-kind as the life it represents.

To learn more about our 3 Different Wood Veneer Thicknesses as well as the difference between Short Grain and Long Grain, please click the links provided.

We hope you enjoyed this project. We invite you to share your DIY Wood Bookmark photos with us. We’d love to see them!

Embroidered Wood Wedding Invitation

Wood Wedding Invitation with Embroidered Flower

DIY Embroidered Sunflower on a Wood Wedding Invitation

Embroidering a sunflower onto a wood wedding invitation adds a stunning, handcrafted touch, blending natural elegance with artistic detail. Using beautiful silk ribbon in vibrant yellow and shimmery green, we carefully stitched each petal and leaf, bringing the sunflower to life. For the center, we used rich brown floss and the French knot technique, creating a textured, seed-like effect. The invitation itself was printed on an Aspen Fleece Back Sheet using an HP Envy Photo 7855 and then securely adhered to a Wenge Wood Back Sheet, resulting in a one-of-a-kind, nature-inspired wedding keepsake.

Below is a materials list and the brief details with how we created this beautifully unique Wood Wedding Invitation.

Materials Used:

Wenge .025″ Thick Wood Back Sheet
Aspen .010″ Thick Fleece Back Sheet
- Other species available HERE
Aspen 5″ x 7″ Wood Envelope
HP Envy Photo 7855 Printer
3/8″ wide Yellow Ribbon
1″ wide Green Ribbon
Brown Floss
Embroidery Needles
Awl or Paper Piercing Tool
3-in-1 Beacon’s Glue

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Design & Print Your Invitation
There are a variety of programs available to create the perfect wedding invitation. For this project, we recommend your main layer be printed on our .010″ Thick Fleece Back Sheets or .016″ Thick Paper Back Sheets.
Before You Begin Embroidering The Flower
Some previous embroidery experience is recommended. There are many tutorials on YouTube to get you started with Sunflower Silk Ribbon Embroidery. We did not have a design template for our design; we created the design free-hand, as we went along. We recommend using an awl or paper piercing tool to pre-punch holes into the wood. This makes it much easier to pull your needle and ribbon through the wood sheets.
Begin Embroidering The Flower
We opted to begin with our brown embroidery floss to create the center of the sunflower. We used the French knot technique and created many knots for the center of the flower. Next, we began punching/piercing holes for the yellow flower petals. The ribbon is thick, so take your time, make your holes slightly bigger than your needle. Once all the ribbon petals were in place, we moved on to the bigger green ribbon for the leaves. Again, make your holes even bigger with this wider green ribbon.
Assemble Your Wood Wedding Invitation
Once your sunflower is complete, glue the Aspen Wood Sheet to the Wenge Wood Sheet to hid your ribbon and floss. We used Beacon’s 3-in-1 glue but you can also use your favorite adhesive.

To view more of our DIY Wood Wedding Inspiration, please visit our Wood Wedding Page.

To learn more about our 3 Different Wood Veneer Thicknesses as well as the difference between Short Grain and Long Grain, please click the links provided.

Other Creative Uses for Embroidery on Real Wood Paper

Embroidery on Real Wood Paper sheets opens up endless creative possibilities beyond wedding invitations. Add delicate floral accents to personalized bookmarks, postcards, and greeting cards, or stitch intricate monograms for customized gifts. Create textured artwork by combining embroidery with laser engraving or printed designs, adding depth and dimension to your pieces. Embroidered holiday ornaments, name tags, and keepsake tags bring a unique handcrafted touch to special occasions. Whether you’re crafting for décor, gifts, or stationery, embroidery on Real Wood Paper adds a stunning, tactile element that blends nature and artistry.

Sunflower Embroidered on Wood Invitation

Embroidered Flower on Wedding Invitation

This Wood Wedding Invitation measures 5″ x 7″. The Aspen sheet was cut to 4″ x 6″ to be the perfect layering size for this invitation. The natural beauty of Real Wood Paper adds a touch of sophistication to any DIY project.

We hope you enjoyed this project. We invite you to share your DIY Wood Wedding Invitation photos with us. We’d love to see them!

Shop Wood Products Used:

Wenge Wood Sheet

Aspen Wood Sheet

Aspen Wood Envelope

DIY Thin Wood Gift Name Tags

DIY Thin Wood Name Tags for Personalized Christmas Gift Bags

Elevate your holiday wrapping with custom DIY wood name signs crafted from Real Wood Paper. Perfect for personalized Christmas gift bags, these tags combine the natural beauty of Maple Wood and Walnut Wood with the precision of a Cricut Maker 3. Whether you’re gifting family and friends or creating unique decor, this tutorial will guide you through crafting stunning two-layer wooden name tags using the Offset feature in Cricut Design Space.

Below is a materials list and the brief details with how we created the Gift Bag DIY Wooden Name Tags.

Materials Used:

11″ x 17″ Maple .025″ Wood Back Long Grain
11″ x 17″ Walnut .025″ Wood Back Long Grain
- Other species available HERE
Cricut Maker
Cricut Maker 12″ x 24″ purple mat
Font: Arial Rounded MT Bold
Painters Tape
Deep Point Blade
Cricut Settings to Cut .025″ Wood Back Sheets:
- Blade: NEW Deep Point Blade
- Material: Natural Wood Veneer
- Pressure: More
3-in-1 Beacon’s Glue

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Design Your Tags
Use Cricut Design Space to type the names in Arial Rounded MT Bold. Apply the Offset tool to create a shadow effect, which will act as the base layer of your name sign.
Cut the Wood Layers
Secure the Real Wood Paper sheets onto your cutting mat and use the Deep Point Blade for clean, precise cuts. The darker Walnut Wood makes a striking base, while the lighter Maple Wood creates a standout top layer.
Assemble Your Name Tags
Glue the pieces with Beacon’s 3-in-1 glue, or your favorite adhesive, for durability. This process highlights the elegant contrast between the Maple and Walnut Wood while adding depth and strength to your tags.

To learn more about our Real Wood Veneer Sheets and how to cut them, view Cutting Real Wood Paper with a Cricut Maker.

To learn more about our 3 Different Wood Veneer Thicknesses as well as the difference between Short Grain and Long Grain, please click the links provided.

Creative Uses for DIY Wood Tags

These custom tags are perfect for Christmas gift bags measuring 13″ x 18″, but the possibilities are endless. Scale your designs to create wooden bookmarks, bedroom door signs, or even ornaments. The natural beauty of Real Wood Paper adds a touch of sophistication to any DIY project.

We hope you enjoyed this project. We invite you to share your DIY Wood Veneer Tag photos with us. We’d love to see them!

60th Wedding Anniversary Card

Creating a custom card for a milestone like a 60th wedding anniversary is always a special experience. This unique card was handcrafted using a combination of Wenge, Cherry, and White Pine Real Wood Paper—each wood bringing its own distinct character and texture to the design. The rich, dark tones of Wenge contrast beautifully with the warm hues of Cherry, while the light, natural finish of White Pine adds balance and elegance.

Thoughtfully designed for such a significant occasion, the layers and details in this card reflect the depth and beauty of 60 years of love and commitment. Real Wood Paper provides the perfect medium for blending craftsmanship with nature, resulting in a keepsake that’s not only stunning but also truly meaningful. Whether it’s for an anniversary, wedding, or any other momentous event, custom wood cards like this one turn memories into tangible works of art.

Materials Needed For This Project:

Wenge .025 thick Wood Back Sheet Long Grain
Cherry .010 thick Fleece Back Sheet Long Grain
White Pine .010 thick Fleece Back Sheet Long Grain
Glue (we used Bearly Precision Art Glue and Beacon’s 3-in-1 Glue)
Cream Ribbon
Cream Beads with Beige Beading Thread
Pop Dots
Cricut Maker
Cricut Design Space
Variety of SVG files on Cricut Design Space
Cricut Blades & Settings Tutorial for Cutting Real Wood Paper

To ensure the perfect execution of your project, we’ve provided Cricut Maker blades, cutting settings, and step-by-step instructions in our Cutting Real Wood Paper with a Cricut Maker Tutorial.

For this handmade wood card, I used my Cricut Maker to intricately cut the flourishes, multi-layered flowers, and stacked 3 layers of the number “60,” bringing it all together beautifully. For the detailed assembly, I relied on our favorite adhesives: Beacon’s 3-in-1 Glue. Bearly Art Precision Craft Glue as well as Pop Dots for dimension on the “60” and the multi-layered flowers.

To elevate the card’s elegance, I added a handmade creamy ribbon bow that exudes sophistication. Paired with a delicate handmade string of pearly beads, these details bring an extra layer of charm and dimension to the design.

Adding to the card’s uniqueness, the inside design mirrors the front, using the same framing SVG files for a cohesive and polished finish. A few delicate flourishes were incorporated for added flair, ensuring that every detail ties together seamlessly. This level of thought and craftsmanship transforms the card into more than just a greeting—it becomes a cherished keepsake.

Congratulations to our dear friends on their 60th Wedding Anniversary!

We hope you enjoyed this Custom Handmade 60th Wedding Anniversary Card project. We invite you to share your Wood Project photos with us. We’d love to see them!

3D Wood Pumpkin Lantern

Create a stunning DIY 3D pumpkin lantern using Real Wood Paper and your Cricut cutting machine! With the natural beauty of Maple and Walnut Wood Paper, you’ll craft a unique autumn decoration that brings warmth and elegance to your seasonal decor. This project combines intricate Cricut cutting precision with the organic texture of wood for a festive, rustic touch perfect for any home.

Below is a materials list and the brief details with how we created the DIY 3D Wood Pumpkin Lantern.

Materials Used:

1 – 11″ x 17″ Maple .010″ Fleece (Vellum) Short Grain
1 – 11″ x 17″ Walnut .025″ Wood Back Long Grain
- Other species available HERE
3 – 8.5″ x 11″ Lightweight Vellum
Cricut Maker
Cricut Maker 12″ x 24″ purple mat
Cricut Maker 12″ x 12″ purple mat
Painters Tape
Cricut Settings to Cut .010″ Fleece Back Sheets:
- Blade: NEW Premium Fine Point Blade
- Material: Medium Cardstock – 80#
- Pressure: Default
Cricut Settings to Cut .025″ Wood Back Sheets:
- Blade: NEW Deep Point Blade
- Material: Natural Wood Veneer
- Pressure: Default
Bearly Art Precision Glue
SVG Cut Files from Etsy
Battery Powered Tea Light

For this project, we sourced a cute Pumpkin SVG file from Etsy. We followed the cutting instructions that were provided with the cut file. For the base, top and supporting sides we use the 11″ x 17″ Walnut .025″ Thick Wood Back Long Grain sheet. For the pumpkin panels, we use our 11″ x 17″ Maple .010″ Thick Fleece Back Short Grain sheets. Fleece is very similar to vellum as it offers translucent qualities and flexibility similar to vellum.

To learn more about our Real Wood Veneer Sheets and how to cut them, view Cutting Real Wood Paper with a Cricut Maker.

To learn more about our 3 Different Wood Veneer Thicknesses as well as the difference between Short Grain and Long Grain, please click the links provided.

Once all the pieces were cut using our Cricut Maker, we carefully adhered the Vellum pieces to the Maple Fleece Back pieces with Barely Art Precision Glue. We really like the pin point applicator for such intricately cut pieces.

Once the glue was dried, we assembled per the instructions that were supplied with the SVG file.

We hope you enjoyed this project. We invite you to share your Wood Veneer Cupcake Wrappers photos with us. We’d love to see them!

Wood Anniversary Card

I haven’t had the chance to make a handmade custom wood card in a while, but when a longtime business friend asked for a special card to celebrate his 25th Wedding Anniversary, I knew it was time to get creative!

Since it’s a silver anniversary, I wanted this card to be more than just something in an envelope—it needed to be a real presentation. I designed the card specifically for a beautiful window box, adding a special touch.

The card features a mix of our finest woods: Aspen, Cherry, Walnut, and White Pine, all in different thicknesses—fleece, paper, and wood back.

Materials Needed For This Project:

Aspen Wood Paper – Fleece, Paper, and Wood Backed Sheets
Cherry Wood Paper – Fleece, Paper, and Wood Backed Sheets
Walnut Wood Paper – Fleece, Paper, and Wood Backed Sheets
White Pine Wood Paper – Fleece, Paper, and Wood Backed Sheets
Glue (we used Bearly Precision Art Glue and Beacon’s 3-in-1 Glue)
Silver Ribbon
Cricut Maker
Cricut Design Space
Cricut Blades & Settings Tutorial for Cutting Real Wood Paper

To ensure the perfect execution of your project, we’ve provided Cricut Maker blades, cutting settings, and step-by-step instructions in our Cutting Real Wood Paper with a Cricut Maker Tutorial.

For this handmade wood card, I used my Cricut Maker to intricately cut the flourishes, circles, and the number “25,” bringing it all together beautifully. For the detailed assembly, I relied on our favorite adhesives: Beacon’s 3-in-1 Glue and Bearly Art Precision Craft Glue.

To add even more depth and dimension, I layered the wood flourishes and added a stunning silver ribbon, elegantly looped and twisted across the card.

Congratulations to our dear friends on their 25th Wedding Anniversary!

We hope you enjoyed this Custom Handmade 25th Wedding Anniversary Card project. We invite you to share your Wood Project photos with us. We’d love to see them!

Real Wood Wedding Invitation

Crafting a Real Wood wedding invitation using a Cricut Maker cutting machine is a blend of tradition and modern innovation. Beginning with pieces of high-quality Walnut and Maple Real Wood Paper, the process involves delicately designing the intricate details of the invitation on the computer. The Cricut Maker, equipped with precision blades, then translates these designs into flawless cuts on the wood, ensuring every curve and line is impeccably executed. This fusion of technology and craftsmanship results in invitations that exude a rustic elegance. Each wood wedding invitation possesses a unique grain pattern and color that adds a touch of natural beauty. The final product is not just an invitation, but a tangible keepsake, embodying the essence of the couple’s love story and the promise of a beautiful future together.

Materials Needed For This Project:

Walnut .025″ Thick Wood Back Long Grain
Maple .025″ Thick Wood Back Long Grain
Wood Envelopes
Glue (we used Bearly Precision Art Glue and Beacon’s 3-in-1 Glue)
Cricut Maker
Cricut Design Space

DIY Wedding Invitation with a Cricut Maker

Crafting this stylish wedding invitation began with design work in Cricut Design Space, where every detail was thoughtfully curated to reflect the couple’s style and love story. To ensure perfect execution for your project, we’ve provided cutting settings and instructions in our Cutting Real Wood Paper with a Cricut Maker Tutorial. Through this guide, we aimed to empower couples with the knowledge and tools needed to bring their Real Wood Paper Wedding Invitation vision to life without the guess work. By combining the versatility of the Cricut Maker cutting machine with the organic charm of Real Wood Paper, we’ve crafted invitations that transcend the usual paper and ink, becoming cherished mementos.

We hope you enjoyed this DIY Walnut and Maple Wood Wedding Invitation project. We invite you to share your Wood Project photos with us. We’d love to see them!

DIY Wood Cupcake Wrappers and Topper Picks

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! However, our DIY Wood “Love” Cupcake Wrappers and Picks project is great for any occasion such as a Rustic Woodsy Wedding, Masculine Birthday, Woodland Themed Party Decor, Wild Animals Kids Birthday Party, Lumberjack Treats, Baby Showers and more!

Below is a materials list and the details with how we created the DIY Wood “Love” Cupcake Liners and Toppers. Check them out below!

Materials Used:

1 – 11″ x 17″ Aspen .010″ Fleece Back Long Grain
1 – 11″ x 17″ Cherry .010″ Fleece Back Long Grain
1 – 11″ x 17″ Walnut .010″ Fleece Back Long Grain
1 – 5″ x 7″ Aspen .025″ Wood Back Long Grain
1 – 5″ x 7″ Cherry .025″ Wood Back Long Grain
1 – 5″ x 7″ Walnut .025″ Wood Back Long Grain
- Other species available HERE
Cricut Maker
Cricut Maker 12″ x 24″ purple mat
Cricut Maker 12″ x 12″ purple mat
Painters Tape
Cricut Settings to Cut .010″ Fleece Back Sheets:
- Blade: NEW Premium Fine Point Blade
- Material: Medium Cardstock – 80#
- Pressure: Default
Cricut Settings to Cut .025″ Wood Back Sheets:
- Blade: NEW Deep Point Blade
- Material: Natural Wood Veneer
- Pressure: Default
Beacon’s 3-In-1 Glue
Toothpicks
SVG Cut Files from Cricut Design Space
And of course, Cupcakes!

Note: For this project we only cut 2 wrappers per 11″ x 17″ .010″ Fleece Back Sheet, however with proper spacing, you could easily get 8-10 wood cupcake wrappers per sheet. We used cut files available in Cricut Design Space that measured approximately 8.5″ in across. It was just a little too tight for our 8.5″ x 11″ Wood Veneer Sheets so we opted for our 11″ x 17″ Wood Veneer Sheets.

We cut all the wrappers from the .010″ Thick Fleece Back Sheets. This particular thickness of Wood Veneer Sheet is much thinner than the Cricut Brand Wood Veneer so you are able to cut them with a regular Cricut Fine Point Blade.

To learn more about our Real Wood Veneer Sheets and how to cut them, view Cutting Real Wood Paper with a Cricut Maker.

We opted for Long Grain Wood Veneer Sheets for this project because the wood grain would go up and down (not side to side) on the wrappers which allows the wrappers to bend/wrap around the cupcake. It’s bending with the wood grain rather than against the wood grain.

To learn more about our 3 Different Wood Veneer Thicknesses as well as the difference between Short Grain and Long Grain, please click the links provided.

For the Hearts and Love Picks, we used our .025″ Thick Wood Back Sheets. These Wood Veneer Sheets are similar to Cricut Wood Veneer and do require the Cricut Deep Point Blade. We did cut one of the Love Picks from the Walnut .010″ Fleece Back – one layer regular and one layer mirror image. We glued them together for stability and so that there was wood on both sides. These were pretty intricate cuts for wood veneer so it does take a gently hand in removing from the mat and assembly.

Before we added frosting and sparkling sugar, we test fit the cupcakes to the wood wrappers. Perfect fit! Going with a scalloped edge on the wood wrapper made the cupcakes look like cute little daisies! The Wood Wrappers would look great with muffins too. How adorable would a garden or flower themed breakfast or brunch be with muffins that look like daisies? So cute!!

Take make the Cupcake Picks, we used the Quirky Script Font in Cricut Design Space for the Love sentiment. We cut 2 different sizes: 2.65″ wide and 2.2″ wide. The hearts measure approximately 2.5″ x 2.25″. We made the Love sentiment just slightly larger so it could be used on it’s own and slightly smaller to be placed on the hearts. For assembly, we just glued toothpicks to the backs with Beacons 3-in-1 Glue. Hot glue would be another good option. For the ones we cut out of the .010″ Fleece Back Sheets, we put the toothpick between the 2 layers of wood paper. We also glued one of the Love sentiments to the cupcake wrapper itself.

After adding buttercream (yum!) frosting and sparkling sugar, we added the Cupcake Picks to our Wood Wrapped Cupcakes and enjoyed all the cuteness.

We hope you enjoyed this project. We invite you to share your Wood Veneer Cupcake Wrappers photos with us. We’d love to see them!

Santa Gnome Wood Earrings

Could these Wooden Santa Gnome Earrings be any cuter??? We were so excited to find this adorable cut file and couldn’t wait to try it out. As cute as these Wooden Christmas Earrings are, they were just as fun to make! Watching them come together piece by piece was exciting!

Materials Needed:

Aspen .025″ Thick Wood Back Long Grain
Cherry .025″ Thick Wood Back Long Grain
Eastern Red Cedar .010″ Thick Fleece Back Long Grain
Cricut or other cutting machine
SVG File
Glue (we used Bearly Precision Art Glue)
Small piece of sandpaper
Earring hardware and tools
Very small circle paper punch

The first important item here is the GRAIN DIRECTION. Aspen and Eastern Red Cedar have very distinct wood lines which make them a perfect fit for a Santa’s beard and hat! So we recommend that you use our LONG GRAIN sheets and align your cut images so that the wood grain goes up and down instead of side to side on your Cricut mat. We have linked our Long Grain sheets up above in the materials list however you can use our Short Grain and just turn in the other way on your cutting mat.

The second important item here is the Santa Gnome Earring cut file does come with images with or without holes. We used the files WITHOUT the holes. The holes are just too small and intricate for the wood. We opted to punch the holes for the earring hardware ourselves as to not damage the tips of the gnome hats.

We know most you already are super experienced with your Cricut machines so we do not really need to get into those details. For our full list of recommended Cricut cutting settings for Real Wood Paper, you’ll want to visit this tutorial on How To Cut Real Wood Paper with a Cricut.

You will notice that for the hats, we used our thinner fleece backed sheet. This was to help reduce the thickness and weight of the earrings.

Once you have everything cut out, you’ll probably have to gently work the cut pieces from the full size sheet by gently bending back and forth. They may make a cracking sound but that’s normal…it is real wood. Because these are earrings and close to the skin, we’d recommend taking a piece of sandpaper to the edges of the wood just to remove any little leftover splinters.

We really loved using the Bearly Precision Craft Glue on this project. It worked perfectly! Assembly of the pieces was easy and the glue dried quickly. Once dried we punched the holes in the hats and installed the earring hardware. Then we sat back and took in all the adorableness!

We also think if you made the cut files bigger, you could easily make them into Christmas Tree Ornaments or Gift Tags. The options and ideas are endless!

We hope you enjoyed this Wooden Earring Santa Gnome project. We invite you to share your Wood Earrings photos with us. We’d love to see them!

Colored Pencil on Wood Bookmarks

DIY Cherry Wood Bookmarks printed with 3 stunning, hand drawn digital stamps, cut with a Cricut Maker and colored with colored pencils! You have a lot of options with this project!

Let’s talk about the wood paper thickness, grain direction and printers first. To start, we used our 8.5″ x 11″ .025″ Thick Cherry Wood Back Short Grain sheets.

Grain Direction matters when you are running wood paper through a home/office printer. We used our HP ENVY Photo 7855 printer to print the falling leaves digital stamps onto the Cherry Wood Paper. The wood is more flexible with the shortest length of the sheet (short grain). Short grain goes through a printer easier when inserted 8.5″x11″. Long grain goes through a printer easier when inserted 11″ x 8.5″.

DIY Printing can be challenging with Real Wood Paper but certainly not impossible! We recommend using a straight through feed laser printer with our Real Wood Paper however we have found that this little HP ENVY Photo 7855 printer does a pretty amazing job at printing and the ink not bleeding too much. We tested and compared 2 reasonably priced home/office laser and photo printers. You can view the printing results here.

We laid out our leaf digital stamps in a Word document and due to the size of the bookmarks (2″ x 6″), we laid them out horizontal but printed them on short grain portrait. That will probably make more sense by looking at the photos below. We then aligned a bookmark shape (3 times) from Cricut Design Space to cut out our bookmarks with a Cricut Maker. For you savvier Cricut users, there’s probably an easier way to accomplish this within Cricut Design Space with the Print then Cut feature. For Cricut blades and settings when cutting Real Wood Paper, view this Cutting Wood with a Cricut Tutorial.

For those of you who do not care to cut out your own bookmark shapes, we sell Cherry Wood Bookmark Blanks with Tassels in the online store. As an alternative to printing images, rubber stamps with a permanent ink or even embossed ink works fantastic with Real Wood Paper.

Materials Needed: