
We drew this collection of 10 hand symbol silhouettes in-house as original vector artwork, and it is free to download for makers, designers, and crafters. Each gesture is a clean, single-outline black silhouette that cuts and prints sharply at any size, and the set runs from a thumbs up to a handshake. The files come in seven free formats for cutting machines, CAD software, and design work: SVG, PNG, PDF, DXF, DWG, CDR, and STL.
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Thumbs Up Hand
A thumbs up reads instantly as approval or a good result, which is why it shows up so often in motivational and feedback graphics. The solid black silhouette holds up well on stickers, engraved coasters, and wall art.

Peace Sign / V Sign
The two-finger peace sign works as both a peace and a victory symbol depending on context. It is a popular shape for decals, t-shirt prints, and poster art, and the clean outline cuts cleanly in vinyl.

Heart Hands
Two hands forming a heart is a favorite for wedding and Valentine projects, greeting cards, and personalized gifts. The silhouette keeps the heart opening clear, so it stays readable even at small sticker sizes.

Pointing Finger
A pointing hand is a direct way to show direction or draw attention. It fits signage, wayfinding graphics, and old-style print layouts where a hand points to a headline or label.

Raised Fist
The raised fist carries a strong message of solidarity and resistance, and its bold outline is built for impact. It works for protest art, posters, and gym or band graphics where the shape needs to read from a distance.

Open Hand / Stop Sign
This open palm includes a “STOP” label inside the silhouette, so it works on its own as a stop hand sign. Use it for safety signage, awareness graphics, and any project that needs a clear black and white stop hand symbol.

Praying Hands
Clasped praying hands suit religious, memorial, and reflective projects. The outline is the most detailed of the set, so give it a little more size on a stencil or a fine bit on a router to hold the finger detail.

Rock On / Horns Sign
The horns hand is shorthand for rock music and live shows. It is a natural fit for band merch, event decor, and engraved accessories, and the sharp silhouette keeps the raised fingers distinct.

OK Sign
The OK gesture reads as agreement or “all good,” with the recognizable circle formed by thumb and finger. It works for affirmation stickers, playful craft projects, and event graphics.

Handshake
Two clasped hands signal agreement and cooperation, which makes the handshake a staple of corporate, event, and team graphics. The silhouette keeps both hands distinct so the shape stays clear as a piece of clipart or a cut design.
File Formats Included
The set is free to download in seven formats, each suited to a different tool:
- SVG: Scalable vector for Cricut, Silhouette, Glowforge, and vector software
- PNG: High-resolution transparent silhouette for print and digital design
- PDF: Printable outline template, one gesture per page
- DXF: For laser cutting, CNC routing, plasma, and vinyl plotting
- DWG: CAD drawing and block for AutoCAD and CNC/CAM
- CDR: Editable line art for CorelDRAW
- STL: Single-height 3D model of each gesture for 3D printing and relief work
Download Free Hand Symbol Vector Files
Pick the format that matches your software or machine and download below. Each format page lists what is inside and how the file is set up.
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