Vinyl & Resin Pet Portraits

Transform your favorite pet photo into stunning resin wall art with this comprehensive tutorial from Brandi Mahon of Stamp Me Some Love! Learn to convert any photograph into an SVG file using free software, cut intricate vinyl designs with your Cricut machine, and create a professional resin-coated piece that showcases your beloved pet. This project combines digital design, precision cutting, painting techniques, and resin pouring to create a unique, gallery-worthy piece of personalized art.

What You'll Create

• Custom pet portrait wall art on an 8x8 wood canvas or pallet
• Hand-painted colorful background using acrylic pouring paints in coordinating colors
• Precision-cut vinyl silhouette of your pet created from your own photograph
• Professional resin-coated finish for a glossy, gallery-quality look
• Complete step-by-step process from photo to finished art piece
• Personalized keepsake perfect for display or gifting
• Techniques applicable to any subject—pets, people, or custom designs

Techniques You'll Learn

• Converting photographs to SVG files using Cute Cutter (free software)
• Removing backgrounds and refining images digitally
• Adjusting blur, edge contrast, and threshold for optimal cutting
• Creating weeding boxes for easier vinyl removal
• Sizing designs appropriately for canvas dimensions
• Cutting permanent vinyl (Oracle 651) with custom Cricut settings
• Weeding intricate vinyl designs efficiently
• Preparing wood surfaces with gesso for professional results
• Sanding between gesso layers for smooth finish
• Creating whitewashed painted backgrounds with multiple colors
• Mixing and pouring two-part epoxy resin safely
• Eliminating bubbles using a butane torch
• Leveling surfaces for proper resin flow
• Removing masking tape after resin curing

Skill Level

Intermediate - Best suited for crafters with basic Cricut experience who want to explore resin art and more advanced techniques. You should be comfortable with basic vinyl cutting and weeding. The resin pouring component requires careful attention to safety protocols and measurements, but all steps are clearly demonstrated. If you can follow detailed instructions and work carefully with precision tools, you're ready to create this project.

Class Features

• Complete video demonstration from photo to finished piece
• Free software recommendation (Cute Cutter) for image conversion
• Custom Cricut settings for Oracle 651 permanent vinyl
• Step-by-step gesso application and surface preparation
• Multiple painting techniques for layered color effects
• Detailed resin mixing ratios and safety guidelines
• Troubleshooting tips for bubble elimination
• Complete supplies list with specific brands
• Real-time demonstration of all techniques
• Tips for working with intricate vinyl cuts

What Makes This Class Special

This isn't just a crafting tutorial—it's a complete guide to creating professional-quality personalized art! Brandy walks you through every detail, from the often-intimidating process of converting photos to SVG files through the final resin pour. Learn the insider tricks like using weeding boxes to make vinyl removal easier, creating thin gesso coats for optimal paint adhesion, and achieving that perfect bubble-free resin finish. The techniques you learn apply to endless creative possibilities beyond pet portraits.

Resources Included

• Free Cute Cutter software tutorial for image conversion
• Custom Cricut cut settings (115 pressure, fine point blade)
• Gesso application technique for wood surfaces
• Paint layering strategy for dimensional color
• Resin mixing ratios (50/50 by volume)
• Safety equipment recommendations
• Curing time guidelines (24-48 hours)
• Bubble elimination techniques
• Alternative canvas size recommendations
• Product recommendations with specific brands

Perfect For

• Creating personalized pet memorial art
• Custom gifts for pet lovers
• Family portrait wall art
• Commemorative pieces for special occasions
• Home décor with personal meaning
• Learning resin art techniques
• Expanding Cricut project skills
• Creating one-of-a-kind keepsakes
• Anyone wanting to combine digital and physical crafting

Join Brandi and the Stamp Me Some Love community to create a truly meaningful piece of art that celebrates your beloved pet or favorite person! Whether you're new to resin work or looking to expand your Cricut capabilities, this project will give you skills you'll use again and again for countless personalized creations.