#162: Halloween Shadow Jack O' Lantern

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🎃 Get into the spooky spirit with this fun and highly customizable Halloween project! In this beginner-friendly lesson, Kyle shows you how to design and cut silhouette-style shadow decor using any version of Vectric software (Cut2D, VCarve, or Aspire). Learn how to find and import black and white clipart, efficiently vectorize images, and clean up nodes for smooth toolpaths. Kyle demonstrates how to add a stable base to your design for standalone display and provides tips for integrating LED light strips for a cool backlit effect or for casting eerie shadows on your wall. Discover how to work with multiple material thicknesses, manage different sheets within your project, and utilize Z-variables for flexible cut depths. This project is perfect for new users and offers endless possibilities for personalized holiday decorations!

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