Feeling very patriotic this Memorial Day weekend. How about you? We created this really beautiful shadow box Eagle and Flag 3D Mandala for Cricut Design Space with the beautiful eagle design by Cindy Duke from Cricut Explore, Maker and More.
We’ve been isolated with the 2020 pandemic for over 2 months now and it’s given a chance to do all kinds of mandalas, but my favorite so far is the Eagle! My hubby was in the USMC for 24 years, and when my daughter, Cristina, put this shadow box together, I have to say, it brought a tear to my eyes.
Eagle and Flag 3D Mandala for Cricut Design Space
How and where to get the eagle mandala
In order to create this beautiful project, you will need access to Cricut Access for Cricut Design Space. It is a monthly or annual subscription and can be cancelled at any time. There are a few projects that we show you how to make using files inside the program so even if you sign up for one month and then cancel, you can get all these projects within that month! Cindy also sells her design on Etsy! Check out her shop here!
YOU CAN GET THE EAGLE PROJECT BY JOINING THE FACEBOOK GROUP Cricut Explore, Maker and More. (CLICK ON IT AND IT WILL TAKE YOU THERE!). Then once you are accepted to the the group, go to the files and open 3D Mandalas/Zentangles. (see picture below) The file links and full instructions are there for creating the Eagle. Cindy also sells her design on Etsy! Check out her shop here!
Supplies:
- 12 x 12 Cardstock (60 to 80lb)
- Foam Stickers for Larger Areas
- Permanent Black Vinyl
- Zots for Smaller Areas
- Green Cricut Mat
- Cricut Machine
- Weeding Tool
- Shadow Box Frame
- LOTS OF PATIENCE 🙂
Here’s How we created it:
To get the American flag, go to Design Space and click on Images
- Type in Flag to search
- Find the flag
- Or type in the Code for the American Flag M2CCF4CC
- Click on it and it will appear at the bottom
- Click on Insert Images.
Once you have it on your canvas, it is already layered and will cut the layers separately.
Cutting the flag out is the easiest part! This was mean to lay flat so glue the stars to the back of the flag and glue to back of shadow box using the foam stickers. This gives it a little lift. Then cut all the eagle parts.
There is a lot of weeding so take your time. Grab a cup of coffee and go to it!
Once you have it all weeded, it’s time to start layering using the zots for small areas and the foam for the larger areas. It’s is easiest if you apply the stickers to the back of the part laying on top of the other part. Otherwise you may put the stickers in a place that will be seen. You can see in the photo above, the order of the layers.
I love how the eye pops! Be sure to use that small piece behind it.
Almost done!
This eagle is a real beauty! Finally cut out the initials of your branch of service. Other alternatives are other sayings or even a photo of a loved one! So many options.
This would also be an awesome gift for a member of the service and a great decoration for your home for Independence day on July 4th!
Won’t you share your project with us? We would love to see what you come up with. Head on over to Craft Room Time on Facebook.
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Want more Eagle Inspiration? Check out the files for this free Eagle Emblem.
This is beautiful! My husband retired after 26 years in the Army. Where can I get the files for the flag and the eagle? Thanks
I’m glad you like the design! We do too!
My friend Cindy Duke created it and she shares all her beautiful work in the Facebook Group:
Cricut Explore, Maker and More
You will need to join the group and get the file from there.
She does not allow it to be shared outside of the group.
I tried your link to join the group, but I get a message;
“This Content Isn’t Available Right Now
When this happens, it’s usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it’s been deleted.”
So I was unable to join the group.
The Facebook Group is https://www.facebook.com/groups/CricutExploreAndMore
The group has been archived (on vacation until 8/10/20
They had it archived for a week for a “vacation”. It is back up now.
I am looking for this svg and unable to find it can you please help…ty
How do you find the SVG File for the flag and the Eagle?
You have to join the facebook Group and then go to the files. Here is a pic for you to follow…
https://craftroomtime.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/fb.jpg
I found it . Thank you. It’s beautiful.
I have been searching the files on that facebook page. I can’t find it anywhere…. could someone tell me the name it is in the files under please3?
The Facebook Group is https://www.facebook.com/groups/CricutExploreAndMore
The group has been archived (on vacation until 8/10/20
The eagle mandala in DS isn’t layered like the one that you show, so how did you do the head, and the neck separate from the whole eagle? Can’t figure that one out.
It is layered. the full cuts go on the bottom then the head goes on top.
Reference the 7th photo in the post. It shows the sequence of the layers.
Hope that helps!
To get the American flag, go to Design Space and click on Images
Type in Flag to search
Find the flag
Or type in the Code for the American Flag M2CCF4CC
Click on it and it will appear at the bottom
Click on Insert Images.
I’ve added this to the post above! Thanks for letting me know it was missing
the group you said to join no longer exist and only gives an error message. Could you please share the eagle mandala file with us?
I found the eagle but cannot find the flag. What do I need to do to get the flag? Thank you.
Can I make this design on my Cameo? I have twin nephews deployed to Afghanistan would love to make to celebrate their return.
Thank You
I cannot seem to get this eagle file. I requested to join group but no response. Is there any way to get this file vvty Patricia
What size should the eagle and flag be?
My son is leaving for boot camp with the Marines. He has been a Poolee since May 2021. His ship date has been moved 3 times. It is back to the original date.