Vectric's free projects come complete with thorough documentation, including an item checklist and step by step instructions. A downloadable zip file is also available containing the actual project files ready for you to import and use with your Vectric software! These projects are designed to both inspire and educate our users, and every month we will be offering a new project for you to work on! To be notified when we have a new project, enter your email address in the box to the right and hit the button to receive the Vectric newsletter.

Available Projects:

"Coeur d'Amour" Box - January 2012

The first free Project of 2012 is a romantic 'Coeur d'Amour' (French for 'Heart of Love') box for Vectric's Aspire 3.5 and VCarve Pro 6.5 users.

This project would make an ideal present for a loved one on Valentines Day or as a sentimental gift for other occasions throughout the year.

Mail Repository - December 2011

This month's project is a decorative 'old tyme' Mail Repository designed to help keep your mail organized and easily accesible.

The customizable project comes complete with three pre-designed receptacles for Letters, Accounts and Variant (miscellaneous) mail items and is compatible with Aspire 3.5 & VCarve Pro 6.5.

Christmas Holly Wreath - November 2011

The November project is a 17" diameter Holly Wreath. There are two versions of the project, one with a pocket recess for the carved bow and one without the bow for those who want a simple ornament or would like to add their own decoration. This project is compatible with Aspire 3.5.

Seasonal Cookie Stamps - October 2011

This seasonal project allows you to produce up to 9 unique Cookie Stamps. It comes complete with a storage rack and a detailed recipe to get you baking straight away! This project is compatible with VCarve Pro 6 and Aspire 3 (or greater).

The Shoe Butler - September 2011

This customizable storage box provides an appealing location to keep your shoe care supplies, with a rotating up/down handle and two dowel-hinged lids for convenient access to either side. This project is compatible with  Aspire 3 (or greater).

Wooden Hinged Photo Frames - August 2011

This project demonstrates how to create slotted photo frames with integrated wooden hinges. Each frame will hold a 3½ x 5 photo with a clear plastic protective sheet and cardboard backing. This project is compatible with both VCarve Pro 6 and Aspire 3 (or greater).

"The Reader" Magazine Rack - July 2011

Stow your magazines with "The Reader" Magazine Rack project. Customize the magazine front and back cover text with your own wording using Aspire 3's handy Text Tool and Distort Between Two Curves option. This free project is available to all Aspire 3 owners

"Vintage Wooden Spoon Wall Rack" - June 2011

This project was inspired by a 100+ year-old, hand chip-carved silver spoon holder wall rack of Dutch (Frisian) origin. This near-replica project can be enjoyed by VCarve Pro 6 owners and Aspire 3 owners alike!

BONUS PROJECT "Mother's Day Keepsake Box"

Start creating your unique Keepsake Box today and make Mother's Day extra special with this thoughtful homemade gift.

"Tuscan Grape Clock" - April 2011

Bring a little 'fruit of the vine' into your home with this decorative and functional project for Aspire 3 owners! The Tuscan Grape Clock project was inspired by the "art palace of Italy", Tuscany.

Created by Michael Tyler for Vectric, all Projects come complete with a detailed PDF tutorial and all supporting Vectric Software files to help you get started.

"The Paradise Box" - March 2011

This month's Vectric project features a highly decorative "chip carve" motif and can be enjoyed by VCarve Pro 6 owners and Aspire 3 owners alike!

The design is a blend of elaborate detail along with the mortised contemporary side panels to make a nice addition to any decor.

Valentines Day Project - February 2011

This project takes you through all the steps needed to make a beautiful Valentine gift using Aspire 3. It covers the entire process, from design to finished piece, and should be appropriate for any skill level. There are lots of useful tips and tricks along the way that we're sure you will be able to apply to other projects in the future.