ObituaryHelp.org has a whole variety of free family tree templates. I modified their 9 generation circle chart to create a simpler 6 generation chart and imported the image into my Silhouette Cameo software.
After importing, I traced the chart to prepare cutting lines and switched out my blade with one of the Silhouette Glitter Sketch Pens. Instead of cutting your paper, the sketch pens draw your design. I liked the glitter pens because they aren't overwhelmingly glittery - there is just a nice shimmer to the ink.
If you want to draw with multiple colors, you simply switch the pens without unloading your paper. I drew the blue circle chart first, then without unloading my cutting mat, switched to a green pen and drew our last name and marriage year in the center of the chart.
Finally, my chart was ready to fill in. I used a fine tip pen (.5mm) to write in all the family names. Did you notice all the blank spots in bottom corner of the first picture? I was really surprised to learn that much of the family line on my dad's side is unknown. What started out as just another Silhouette project has turned into something very personal for me, and since I've begun I have had a strong impression that these people want me to find them. I've been looking through census and immigration records for the last several days and think I've already found a family member! I still have a lot to learn about the process, but I really hope to be able to fill in all of those blank spots (and beyond).
If you are a Silhouette user and want to make this project, send me an email (homemadebyjill@gmail.com) and I'd be happy to send you my file (for personal use only, please). It is designed to fit a 12 x 12 piece of paper, but you could size it down to fit the older model. Also, I'm considering listing some of these charts in an esty shop if there is interest. What do you think?
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21 comments:
uh i like it very much! :) you could almost make a quilt pattern with this and embroider the names ;)
I love this so much! I like geneology too, and I've been on "hunts" to lots of places and cemetaries with my mom looking for a lost relative to fill in those blank spots! I SOOO want a Silhouette. I will win one someday :O) Great idea, looks beautiful.
Holly
Jill, it's awesome! I have been looking for a larger chart for my family and I think the nine generation chart you linked to will be great - thanks for the link!
I've been working on my family history for fifteen years now and have subscriptions to everything, so if you want any help let me know. I love being on the hunt for someone :)
I love your chart! It makes me seriously consider getting a Silhouette! I had no idea it could do something like this!
this is the coolest idea for a circle skirt...EVER. I love it!!!
What a fun idea to use the cameo to create something meaningful!
Would anyone with a silhouette be willing to print and send one of these templates? I'd pay for supplies and shipping...
Love this idea. How cool.
And thanks for posting your tree. It gave me an idea for a very special Mothers day/Fathers day present for my parents. My brother died recently in a tragic accident, and I am so excited to give them the family tree, with our fingerprints as leaves. And I managed to get his print as well. I can't wait. Thanks for the inspiration. I just hope my tree turns out good, as I am no artist!
love this ancestry chart! i don't have a silhouette/cameo or anything of the sort, but i would love a chart like this. I love the simplicity of the design and of course aqua blue is one of my favorite colors!!
I would love to buy one from your etsy store if one becomes available. let me know!
Thanks
ps i also sent you an email :)
What a great idea!! I love what you did. And what a neat project for you to continue working on. I really would love to start doing some more family history work, but I feel so overwhelmed and don't really know where to begin! I suppose anywhere would be a good start :)
You making me really want to buy a Silhouette. Especially after the other family tree. If you put it in your etsy I would buy one. Unless it was too much money...just being honest:). You should put a kit for the family tree wall hanging in your your etsy too. Maybe I should just buy a machine.
This is such a great idea. Thanks for sharing.
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yes! list these on etsy!
Thanks for sending me the file. I am excited to see if I can get all those blanks filled.
GREAT idea!
I would love to buy a printed out version. If you list on etsy, please email and let me know.
jackie
nauvootemple@yahoo.com
Jill-this is a wonderful idea!! Thanks for sharing. I am so inspired to try this with my silhouette. I LOVE all that you share on your site and am amazed at what you accomplish while caring for three littles!
I love this idea! I've been trying to figure out just how I would display a part of our family tree and I believe this is it! Unfortunately I don't have a silhouette so I would love for you to put some up in an etsy shop.
I would also love one or two of these charts. Please email me if you have any listed on etsy.
atty.nancy.robertson@gmail.com
Thanks!
I LOVE this! Very cool!!!
I want this SO badly! Please put them in an etsy shop!
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