The weather is warm, and the bugs are starting to make themselves known. But, today’s design is inspired by an insect that isn’t a pest to have around. Add a few of these die cut dragonflies to your next summer project, and give it a colorful, whimsical touch.
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I was just going to do one style of wings when I started this design, but couldn’t decide exactly what pattern I wanted to go with. So, I ended up making three!
Now, between the three different designs and infinite options for paper/material, your dragonflies can be as unique as you’d like! Add a layer of vellum under the wings to give them even more dimension.
I always loved seeing dragonflies in the summer! My grandmother lived in the country, and for a few days each summer, there would be dragonflies absolutely everywhere. When this would happen, my cousin and I would get so excited! We’d each grab a grocery sack and run around the yard, trying to catch one. We never actually caught a dragonfly that way, but we still did this every year, and always had a great time.
I use Adobe Illustrator for all of my designs, and a Cricut Maker to bring my creations to life. For tips on creating fun paper cuts like this one, see the FAQ section on my website. Also, be sure to check out the other fun freebies available on my blog!
Enjoy putting these die cut dragonflies to good use. And don’t forget to share your lovely, finished creations with me on Instagram!
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Mandee is a professional graphic designer, amateur bird watcher, and rollercoaster enthusiast. She is a wife to hardworking high school teacher and mommy to three adorable little humans. She fell in love with graphic design when she started working on a comedy website with a guy she met her freshman year of college. Design wasn’t the only thing she fell in love with, and they were married a year and a half later. She created Designs By Miss Mandee to be a place where she could merge her passion for design with her lifelong love of crafting. 26 Comments on Die Cut Dragonflies – Summer Cut Files
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Sharon F
June 8, 2021 at 7:55 am (2 years ago)Adorable! Thanks for sharing…………
Nancy
June 8, 2021 at 8:41 am (2 years ago)I’ve been wishing for a well designed dragonfly, and yours is it! Enough detail but not too much. Thanks!
Mandee
June 15, 2021 at 11:42 am (2 years ago)Yay! So glad you like them Nancy!! 😊
Beverly Stewart
June 8, 2021 at 9:15 am (2 years ago)These are soooo cute! Thank you for your generosity. God Bless.
Dawn Tyson
June 8, 2021 at 9:36 am (2 years ago)These are beautiful. Decorating one of bedrooms in couple weeks these look fab in the room. Thank you so much. ♥️♥️🌈
Mandee
June 15, 2021 at 11:42 am (2 years ago)Have fun putting them to good use Dawn!!
Sarah Newbury
June 8, 2021 at 9:37 am (2 years ago)How fabulous – your designs are gorgeous thank you for sharing!
Liz
June 8, 2021 at 10:32 am (2 years ago)These are so beautiful!
Mandee
June 15, 2021 at 11:42 am (2 years ago)Aww, thank you so much! ❤️
Kathy
June 8, 2021 at 11:38 am (2 years ago)Thank you so much for sharing your incredible design/designs! I am behind on everything, including collecting your awesome gifts. My life if being overrun by events beyond my control. Your designs remain a bright spot for me, thank you again.
Mandee
June 15, 2021 at 11:44 am (2 years ago)I hear you—life tends to pile things on all at one time! But it makes me very happy to know that you continue to enjoy my work whenever you have the bandwidth to do so. ❤️
susan smith
June 8, 2021 at 2:46 pm (2 years ago)Thank you – these are so so pretty.
Mandee
June 15, 2021 at 11:45 am (2 years ago)Thanks Susan!!
Susy Cook
June 9, 2021 at 4:41 am (2 years ago)Thank you so much…..again.
Mandee
June 15, 2021 at 11:45 am (2 years ago)So glad you like them! 😊
Susy Cook
June 9, 2021 at 4:42 am (2 years ago)Thank you so much.
TERRY
June 9, 2021 at 8:49 am (2 years ago)Beautiful! Thanks so much!
Mary Ellen Torres
June 10, 2021 at 6:26 am (2 years ago)these are so beautiful thank you
Corrie
June 11, 2021 at 1:45 am (2 years ago)Thank you, for your nice freebie so cute!
Mandee
June 15, 2021 at 11:45 am (2 years ago)Thanks Corrie!!
Stacy
June 11, 2021 at 4:27 am (2 years ago)Thank you for such a beautiful design!
Leslie
June 21, 2021 at 8:57 am (2 years ago)I cannot get the dragonfly to download as an svg. What do I need to do?
Mandee
June 21, 2021 at 10:56 am (2 years ago)Hi Leslie! Sorry you are having trouble. I suggest taking a look at my FAQ page for detailed instructions and troubleshooting tips.
auntie em
June 25, 2021 at 4:39 am (2 years ago)Thank you! I am thinking a set in vinyl to set in unexpected places on the verandah to entertain guests as they look for them. Thank you! 🙂
Mandee
June 25, 2021 at 11:34 am (2 years ago)I love that idea!!
Charlotte Silber
August 11, 2021 at 1:07 pm (2 years ago)These are terrific. So many uses. Thank you for sharing your talent.