I'm going to try the way you did the elephant on my wolf head. It was all over facebook very detailed want to put on a shirt for my hubby. I just cut it for the 5th time !! Lots of wasted vinyl !!! Wish me luck ! Thank you for the video !
I would LOVE to be able to cut intricate things like this but for the life of me I just can't with adhesive vinyl. Even with clean blade and on speed 1 it picks up the tiny pieces and places them all over, weeding is a nightmare cuz everything sticks or the parts I want to keep just don't stay down on the backing sheet. It's incridably frustrating. :(
I was having this problem with oracle 651 and 751 adhesive vinyl. I fixed it by getting THE PAPER STUDIO brand permanent vinyl. Same settings (i have a cricut maker and my settings are vinyl with less pressure) and NO pieces lifted up .Weeds like a dream!! I will never use oracle for intricate cuts again.
I love watching your videos on how to use the vinyl! I have a request to make for the videographer since I get "seasick" easily. Could you please put the recorder on a stand so the video isn't wiggling? Thanks! lol
Which machine had more precise cuts? And which machine did you use to cut that teeny tiny pineapple ? I'm trying to decide which one to buy. I do dollhouse miniatures, so precision while doing very very small items is THE most important factor to me. Thank you!
I dont' believe that you can go wrong with either machine as each one can do a good job with vinyl. I just bought the Cricut Explore Air 2 and made my decision after watching a number of comparison videos on TH-cam. I formerly had a Silhoutte SD portrait. What I gave up with the Cameo was more flexibilty with creating my own custom designs. That being said, I have been learning Adobe Illustrator so that I can create my own custom svg files. Silhouette has a slightly higher learning curve, but if you are PC proficient, it shouldn't be that hard. That is one of my current frustrations with the Cricut, they have almost made it too easy, so I had to learn some new terms (like "attach" with the Cricut) when I wanted to keep my design fixed in a certain place on the cutting mat when I'm ready to cut it out and not let the Cricut decide what is the most efficient arrangement. Also, Cricut is web based meaning that you have to be online (although it seems that they have a solution for this), with a Silhouette it can be used offline. I also find it easier to save my files with the Silhouette on to my on desktop folders. However, I've also found Cricut support to be better than Silhouette in the limited time that I've had mine. One of the other things that I like about the Cricut is that the mat is sturdier and the machine itself seems to be less flimsy. Hope this helps you in your decision making process - it's not easy - I know!
Again, THANK YOU for another nice video! You mention cutting pressure, but you don't say whether or not you recommend changing the pressure when cutting intricate designs out of vinyl. I've been experiencing issues with cutting on my Cricut and I've wasted a ton of materials, so any suggestion would be greatly appreciated!
Hi Andrea, sorry for the delay in responding. The pressure is just the force that the blade take on the vinyl. If it is a thicker vinyl then you would want to increase the pressure. Otherwise, you wouldn't need to adjust the pressure setting.
I know this is over a year ago but every time my machine stops cutting correctly I put in a new blade, I only buy Amazon blades because I think cricuts blades are terrible. Amazon blades cut everything the first time, I haven't wasted any vinyl since I switched over from Cricut blades to Amazon blades.
@@Expressionsvinyls No worries on the time. I guess what I am asking is if I have an intricate design with thicker material, would I want to increase the number of passes or the pressure? Which is least likely to ruin the design, pressure or multiple passes? TIA!
You make it look so fast and easy. I bought a Silhouette Portrait 2 recently, and I'm having trouble weeding. I appreciate the tips. Can you recommend a particular transfer tape? The transfer tape I bought from Silhouette seems to be less sticky than the backing on the vinyl. I had better luck using wide painters tape before my transfer tape was delivered.
Hi, if you are having trouble weeding then it may just be the cut settings. Try a few cuts at different settings to see if you can work with it a little easy. Also, we carry several different types of transfer tape. They are all good for different types of things as well as surfaces. We have a favorite and like the Paper, but there are other great ones as well. Here is a quick video on how different types of transfer tape work - th-cam.com/video/EHET9WFzmqQ/w-d-xo.html Here is a link to our transfer tape - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/
Thanks so much for the response. I followed some of your suggestions last night and they definitely helped. I'm pretty sure I'll want to try the paper type transfer tape you used in the video. I saved your link and website. It's all appreciated.
Hi, I frequently turn my sketches into cut files for different projects and this type of weeding is a lifesaver on those small spots. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
Hi! Love all your nifty tips! I got Cricut Explore Air 2 for Christmas and I am slowly figuring out lots of things. My new project is making book markers for my bible study moms and I am having the worst time getting it to print the words I want without rolling them or making a mess out of them. I am printing to card stock. Help, Please...thanks
Hi Terrie, if possible would you please send us a message at this link explaining a little more about what you are doing. Also, if you have pictures of what is going on that would help. We'd love to assist you. expressionsvinyl.com/contact-us/
Hi, if you have one of the Explore family of machines, then you do not need to use a mat. Here is a quick video we did on that - th-cam.com/video/dz4MwfDFjzY/w-d-xo.html
New with cricut machine trying to weed out a wedding design for a wine glass but once I put the transfer tape on nothing happens everything stays in place what do you think I'm doing wrong
Hi I have recently bought a cameo 4 and have had a few goes with it but cannot seem to get the weeding to work properly it seems as though its not cutting the vynil properly. I am using shiny vynil I bought off amazon . frustration is setting in. Can you help. Kind regards Josie UK
Hi, we're sorry to hear that you are having issues with the vinyl. What type of vinyl are you using? There are so many different ones that are carried on Amazon and some will work better than others. Here are the cut settings that we have for the different types we carry. Hopefully that will help you a little. expressionsvinyl.com/machine-settings/
Hi! So sorry if you’ve answered this question before. Whenever I first lift the corner of the weeding box it always seems to stick all together to the whole pic. So I’m lifting everything. I don’t know how to stop that
Hi Anita, we like to use the Stanley FatMax. You can find it at your local hardware store or online. Here is the link to the transfer tape. It is one of our favorites - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/paper/
I'll cut multiples on the same piece of vinyl and some will weed perfect and others it's like every letter needs to be separated like the cut wasnt enough. Any tips? Is vinyl harder to weed when warmer?
Check the blade. It may need to be replaced. A double cut may work as well, however, depending on the vinyl and how small the design is, this could cause some of the small pieces to come up during cutting.
Scharon, I prefer the Silhouette Cameo machine. I love the software. Some people jive better with the Cricut machine. I would suggest downloading both of the software programs and seeing which one you find easier to use. If you go to their respective websites you can download the software for free. :)
Sometimes on an intricate cut, I'm not sure which pieces to weed. I start and then realize I weeded out pieces that should've been left on. Is there an easy way to tell what to weed out?
It really depends on the image. We have found that if we are able to look at the image on the screen we are then able to tell which area we are needing to weed.
I am a new cameo 3 user , I'm ready to pull my hair out , pack it back in its box and send it back , love your videos and tutorials , would like some of that paper transfer tape , whats it called please :) and can I purchase it from AUstralia? thanks
I hope you give it another chance and we can help you out! :) You can find our paper transfer tape here expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape-rolls.html Choose the paper one. The size I am using in this video is the 6" but we also have a 12"if you tend to do bigger vinyls.
Any suggestions on stopping letter from shifting when doing small custs on adhesive vinyl? I have replaced & cleaned my blade... i have a cricut explore 2...
Hi Amanda, thanks for watching! Using a mat is not necessary, and to be honest, we rarely ever use one! Just make sure when loading your Cameo, you select "Load Media" instead of "Load Mat". If you have small pieces, obviously a mat is a must, but if loading full sheets or rolls of vinyl, not using a mat is sooo much better!
I was just informed that while you can cut without a mat with the Cricut Explore Air (not the original Explore), anytime you use your Cricut without a mat it will void your warranty. I haven't confirmed this with Cricut, but a number of people have reached out to us with this information. I apologize for the confusion!
New to cricut. How do I cut that elephant out?! I have the image already but when I save as a cut image it’s a gray blob. I want to use it on vinyl (cricut air explore 2). Is there a video on it?
Hi Meghan, Once you have started to import the image that you want to use in Design Space you will need to clean it up a bit. This will show you a little how you need to do that. There are different types of files out that that will have it already done for you and all the inside lines cleaned out. Those may be a little easier to work with Let us know what type of file you are working with. th-cam.com/video/AUARK0bG1l8/w-d-xo.html
Naomi, It depends on how much you use it and what your cutting. If you are mostly cutting vinyl it will last a long time. If you are cutting glitter vinyl and cardstock it will need to be replaced more often.
This seems like an elementary question, but I am new.... your pineapple was inside of a box. Did you add the box to the design so you could easily pull it off of the large piece of vinyl and have a small piece to work with? Does this preserve the larger sheet?
Mary, That is my secret super power trick! haha The weeding box is awesome! Check out this video to see how I set that up. th-cam.com/video/FISkOJLgBz0/w-d-xo.html Its a total game changer!
I noticed that you did not use your tool to rub it out right after you take it out of the machine before weeding. is that what you should do? I was always told to use that tool to rub it down before weeding is that what is causeing my problem?
Hi Linda, I usually don't rub it down right out of the machine. If you have little pieces trying to pull up it is a good idea but no necessary every time.
What type of transfer tape do you use? Also I have a cricut explore air 2 and it doesn't cut small things that well. The blade is brand new. Does anyone have any suggestions? I'm only 2 weeks into this. Thanks
Hi Brittany, we carry clear and paper transfer tape that works great. Here is a link to it - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/ What types of vinyl are you trying to cut? Also, the cut settings can have a lot to do with how well it cuts. You may want to try a different setting or one of the custom settings on your Cricut. Let us know.
Hi Paulette! To keep large pieces of vinyl from slipping when not using a mat, I usually do one of two things. If using a roll of vinyl, I really like using the roll feeder made for the Cameo, it keeps the vinyl nice and lined up. If I am using just a longer sheet of vinyl (still 12" wide) I move my rollers in so that the one on the right hand side is at the 9" mark. This keeps the vinyl nice and secure while being cut so it continues going straight. Thank you for watching!
Hey can you tell me which cricut I can use for specifically small detail I want one but I will only ever need 3-4 inch stuff realy mostly fine details like half inch and smaller... Thank you
Any Cricut will work great for small detail. Here's a great guide to help determine which machine would be a good fit for you help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/360009505193-Cricut-Machines-Comparison
All machines have their limits, small letters are one of them. You can try to adjust you cut settings and thicken the font a little bit to see if that helps.
Which machine would you recommend? I have the Cameo 3 but it stopped cutting for some reason... (noo idea). I am debating about changing but I would love your opinion!
Hello I was wondering what the best pressure for expressions 31 vinyl was? I am having trouble cutting something about 1/2 inch. It keeps peeling up when weeding. Thank you I am using a circuit air 2.
The vinyl setting usually works. If you find that is cutting too deep you can try the paper + setting. 1/2" is pretty small. You may want to consider make your design bigger if possible.
Just curious, what pressure setting do you use for cricut? I tried cutting with the factory setting for vinyl, but it didn't even cut the top surface of the vinyl. I finally switched to cardstock which of course cut all the way thru.
We have had good success with the factory vinyl setting, however, each machine is different and your blade plays into it as well. If you do not have a nice sharp blade, you will be forced to use the "trial and error" method to find the best pressure setting. We recommend always doing a test cut before every project so that you aren't wasting any materials. Thank you for watching!
It not recommend by Cricut but I have never had an issue. :) Just make sure you vinyl fits underneath the rollers when loading. I use the same setting as cricut recommends unless I have a brand new blade.
Today I was trying to cut a very small font script from my Cricut and my glitter vinyl kept coming up while it was cutting. After two fail attempts I just changed the font and the font size. Very disappointing. Any advise?
Hi Steve, which machine are you using? If it is cutting through you may want to check your blade and make sure there isn't anything interfering with it to cause it to cut deeper. Sometimes things can get up underneath it. Let us know, we'd be happy to assist.
Expressions Vinyl I have the Air 2. I guess I need to use a paper clip to see if anything has gotten down in the hole. I have removed the blade several times to make sure it's clear.
There could be an issue with the blade housing itself. You can get new ones through Cricut to see if that may help. It shouldn't be cutting that deep on the lower dial settings.
Hi Jen, we'd be happy to assist. If you have the Cricut Explore, or Air then you would adjust the blade with the dial. If it is cutting too deep then just turn it down on the dial. If it isn't cutting enough, then turn the dial up to the next setting. Which machine do you have?
Hi, if you are wanting iron on vinyl for small letters then we recommend that you use Siser EasyWeed. Here is a link to it - expressionsvinyl.com/siser-heat-transfer-vinyl/easyweed/. If your machine is struggling with small letters you may want to try a new blade or make sure the blade you are using is clean. If they are older or not clean they have a tendency to pull letters a bit.
It depends on the project and how much wear and tear it is getting. If it is a decoration in your house it will last indefinitely. If it is on a mug or something that is getting used and handled alot I would say a few months. The type of adhesive the vinyl has is also a factor. Choosing something with a permanent adhesive will last longer.
Intricate but NOT tiny girl. Try weeding a 2 inch by 3.75 inch American flag. The little stars , are driving me insane. I dont know how people are weeding those stars out, and then selling the decal for $2 on eBay. Takes forever , and if one flips and sticks to the decal, it leaves adhesive. So once i have weeded and cleaned the decal, i have so much time invested , there is no way i could sell it for less than $5. I MUST BE DOING SOMETHING WRONG.
Hi, Jessica placed the pineapple on a small acrylic piece. This was cut on her Silhouette Cameo 3 but you could also use a Cricut to cut something similar. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
Thank you for the reply. What thickness would acrylic have to be to be cut? My friend wants a beauty and the beast cut out to hang from her car mirror.
Nice tip about rubbing the transfer tape over the cut design. TFS.
I love that last tip! You specify the two brands of cutter, but my Scan N Cut techniques will benefit from this too. Thank you
The last tip you give in this video is brilliant! Thank you for that!
I too love the last tip, maybe that will work for me on my Cricut maker.
I'm going to try the way you did the elephant on my wolf head. It was all over facebook very detailed want to put on a shirt for my hubby. I just cut it for the 5th time !! Lots of wasted vinyl !!! Wish me luck ! Thank you for the video !
Good luck and thanks for watching!
I would LOVE to be able to cut intricate things like this but for the life of me I just can't with adhesive vinyl. Even with clean blade and on speed 1 it picks up the tiny pieces and places them all over, weeding is a nightmare cuz everything sticks or the parts I want to keep just don't stay down on the backing sheet. It's incridably frustrating. :(
I’m struggling with this, did you ever figure out what to do?
@@kaylafaber8997 me too
I was having this problem with oracle 651 and 751 adhesive vinyl. I fixed it by getting THE PAPER STUDIO brand permanent vinyl. Same settings (i have a cricut maker and my settings are vinyl with less pressure) and NO pieces lifted up .Weeds like a dream!! I will never use oracle for intricate cuts again.
GREAT LAST TIP!! THANKSS!!
Can you do these tips for HTV, specifically Glitter HTV? I just had the biggest headache weeding HTV Glitter with a bunch of tiny little pieces.
Here's a video with some tips on glitter HTV :) th-cam.com/video/ahM_vMVkMPk/w-d-xo.html
I’m just watching this but girl I LOVE your shirt. I need that lol
I was thinking the same thing! 😄
I love watching your videos on how to use the vinyl! I have a request to make for the videographer since I get "seasick" easily. Could you please put the recorder on a stand so the video isn't wiggling? Thanks! lol
Thank You so much for your feedback.
I also get the motion sickness from videos that move too much. That's a helpful tip :)
Can you use parchment paper instead of that special transfer tape? That's in case you don't have transfer tape...
Contact may work when you do not have transfer tape available.
Great video! Thank you so much for these valuable and time consuming ideas.
i guess I am quite randomly asking but does anyone know of a good website to watch newly released tv shows online ?
and I need some transfer tape. Thanks for sharing
Here is a link to our transfer tape expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/
Which machine had more precise cuts? And which machine did you use to cut that teeny tiny pineapple ? I'm trying to decide which one to buy. I do dollhouse miniatures, so precision while doing very very small items is THE most important factor to me. Thank you!
I dont' believe that you can go wrong with either machine as each one can do a good job with vinyl. I just bought the Cricut Explore Air 2 and made my decision after watching a number of comparison videos on TH-cam. I formerly had a Silhoutte SD portrait. What I gave up with the Cameo was more flexibilty with creating my own custom designs. That being said, I have been learning Adobe Illustrator so that I can create my own custom svg files. Silhouette has a slightly higher learning curve, but if you are PC proficient, it shouldn't be that hard. That is one of my current frustrations with the Cricut, they have almost made it too easy, so I had to learn some new terms (like "attach" with the Cricut) when I wanted to keep my design fixed in a certain place on the cutting mat when I'm ready to cut it out and not let the Cricut decide what is the most efficient arrangement. Also, Cricut is web based meaning that you have to be online (although it seems that they have a solution for this), with a Silhouette it can be used offline. I also find it easier to save my files with the Silhouette on to my on desktop folders. However, I've also found Cricut support to be better than Silhouette in the limited time that I've had mine. One of the other things that I like about the Cricut is that the mat is sturdier and the machine itself seems to be less flimsy. Hope this helps you in your decision making process - it's not easy - I know!
Again, THANK YOU for another nice video! You mention cutting pressure, but you don't say whether or not you recommend changing the pressure when cutting intricate designs out of vinyl. I've been experiencing issues with cutting on my Cricut and I've wasted a ton of materials, so any suggestion would be greatly appreciated!
Hi Andrea, sorry for the delay in responding. The pressure is just the force that the blade take on the vinyl. If it is a thicker vinyl then you would want to increase the pressure. Otherwise, you wouldn't need to adjust the pressure setting.
I know this is over a year ago but every time my machine stops cutting correctly I put in a new blade, I only buy Amazon blades because I think cricuts blades are terrible. Amazon blades cut everything the first time, I haven't wasted any vinyl since I switched over from Cricut blades to Amazon blades.
@@donnalongo1848 Would you please share the link to the blades you buy from Amazon? I'll give anything a try. TIA!
@@Expressionsvinyls No worries on the time. I guess what I am asking is if I have an intricate design with thicker material, would I want to increase the number of passes or the pressure? Which is least likely to ruin the design, pressure or multiple passes? TIA!
Great info! Thanks. I have a very involved henna design to weed - will try your transfer tape for the small bits. Nifty idea! Thanks again.
You are welcome! Let us know how it works for you.
Thanks you saved my project! Where did you get the large roll of transfer tape?
Yeah, we're happy to hear that. Here is the link to the transfer tape - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/paper/rolls/
You make it look so fast and easy. I bought a Silhouette Portrait 2 recently, and I'm having trouble weeding. I appreciate the tips. Can you recommend a particular transfer tape? The transfer tape I bought from Silhouette seems to be less sticky than the backing on the vinyl. I had better luck using wide painters tape before my transfer tape was delivered.
Hi, if you are having trouble weeding then it may just be the cut settings. Try a few cuts at different settings to see if you can work with it a little easy. Also, we carry several different types of transfer tape. They are all good for different types of things as well as surfaces. We have a favorite and like the Paper, but there are other great ones as well. Here is a quick video on how different types of transfer tape work - th-cam.com/video/EHET9WFzmqQ/w-d-xo.html
Here is a link to our transfer tape - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/
Thanks so much for the response. I followed some of your suggestions last night and they definitely helped. I'm pretty sure I'll want to try the paper type transfer tape you used in the video. I saved your link and website. It's all appreciated.
You will love it. Let us know if you have any additional questions.
Thank you for the video
Can you please tell me this trick will be helpful for sketches weeding?
Thank you!
Hi, I frequently turn my sketches into cut files for different projects and this type of weeding is a lifesaver on those small spots.
Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
Thanks for the weeding tips!
You are welcome!
When do you know you should increase pressure of of the cut on the cricut?
We suggest doing test cuts. If your test cut does not cut cleanly, than you can adjust your pressure and do another test cut.
@@Expressionsvinyls Thanks so much, but I followed Makers Gonna Learn lil tip and figured it out!
Where did you buy your large roll of Transfer tape? I love that!
Tina Gibson it’s from their site. Expressions vinyl
We carry it right on our site - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/
Good lord! Love this
Thank you! :)
Hi! Love all your nifty tips! I got Cricut Explore Air 2 for Christmas and I am slowly figuring out lots of things. My new project is making book markers for my bible study moms and I am having the worst time getting it to print the words I want without rolling them or making a mess out of them. I am printing to card stock. Help, Please...thanks
Hi Terrie, if possible would you please send us a message at this link explaining a little more about what you are doing. Also, if you have pictures of what is going on that would help. We'd love to assist you.
expressionsvinyl.com/contact-us/
That was great!
Thank you so much for sharing this video. It fixed my problem
We're glad it helped!
Hi do you not use a cutting mat with the Cricut machines ? Thanks
Hi, if you have one of the Explore family of machines, then you do not need to use a mat. Here is a quick video we did on that - th-cam.com/video/dz4MwfDFjzY/w-d-xo.html
New with cricut machine trying to weed out a wedding design for a wine glass but once I put the transfer tape on nothing happens everything stays in place what do you think I'm doing wrong
Hi,the vinyl isn't lifting up with the transfer tape?
It maybe not a strong enough transfer tape.
Hi I have recently bought a cameo 4 and have had a few goes with it but cannot seem to get the weeding to work properly it seems as though its not cutting the vynil properly. I am using shiny vynil I bought off amazon . frustration is setting in. Can you help. Kind regards Josie UK
Hi, we're sorry to hear that you are having issues with the vinyl. What type of vinyl are you using? There are so many different ones that are carried on Amazon and some will work better than others. Here are the cut settings that we have for the different types we carry. Hopefully that will help you a little. expressionsvinyl.com/machine-settings/
I know this years old ... but what knife are you using?!?
Stanley Fat Max utility knife! May be found at your local home improvement store or Amazon.
Hi! So sorry if you’ve answered this question before. Whenever I first lift the corner of the weeding box it always seems to stick all together to the whole pic. So I’m lifting everything. I don’t know how to stop that
I'm having the same problem. I have tried everything! Even reverse weeding.
What kind of knife and transfer tape are you using?
Hi Anita, we like to use the Stanley FatMax. You can find it at your local hardware store or online. Here is the link to the transfer tape. It is one of our favorites - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/paper/
I'll cut multiples on the same piece of vinyl and some will weed perfect and others it's like every letter needs to be separated like the cut wasnt enough. Any tips? Is vinyl harder to weed when warmer?
Check the blade. It may need to be replaced. A double cut may work as well, however, depending on the vinyl and how small the design is, this could cause some of the small pieces to come up during cutting.
What machine to you prefer to use. I am new to this and want to know.
Scharon, I prefer the Silhouette Cameo machine. I love the software. Some people jive better with the Cricut machine. I would suggest downloading both of the software programs and seeing which one you find easier to use. If you go to their respective websites you can download the software for free. :)
Thank you so much for your response, I love your videos and I am trying to learn Silhouette Studio 4.
Sometimes on an intricate cut, I'm not sure which pieces to weed. I start and then realize I weeded out pieces that should've been left on. Is there an easy way to tell what to weed out?
It really depends on the image. We have found that if we are able to look at the image on the screen we are then able to tell which area we are needing to weed.
I am a new cameo 3 user , I'm ready to pull my hair out , pack it back in its box and send it back , love your videos and tutorials , would like some of that paper transfer tape , whats it called please :) and can I purchase it from AUstralia? thanks
I hope you give it another chance and we can help you out! :) You can find our paper transfer tape here expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape-rolls.html Choose the paper one. The size I am using in this video is the 6" but we also have a 12"if you tend to do bigger vinyls.
Any suggestions on stopping letter from shifting when doing small custs on adhesive vinyl? I have replaced & cleaned my blade... i have a cricut explore 2...
Try adjusting your cut setting to a lower setting to see if it works better.
Love that idea thanks so much
That’s that mat u are using to cut on?
Hi Nicole, it is a self healing cutting mat. You can find them at your local sewing/craft store or on Amazon.
When cutting the vinyl do you not use mat? I was under the impression that it was a must.
Hi Amanda, thanks for watching! Using a mat is not necessary, and to be honest, we rarely ever use one! Just make sure when loading your Cameo, you select "Load Media" instead of "Load Mat". If you have small pieces, obviously a mat is a must, but if loading full sheets or rolls of vinyl, not using a mat is sooo much better!
Thank you for responding! Is it the same for the cricut? I own a cricut explore.
I was just informed that while you can cut without a mat with the Cricut Explore Air (not the original Explore), anytime you use your Cricut without a mat it will void your warranty. I haven't confirmed this with Cricut, but a number of people have reached out to us with this information. I apologize for the confusion!
+Expressions Vinyl Alrighty, thank you!
Total bummer, I was totally excited about the cutting without a mat thing.
New to cricut. How do I cut that elephant out?! I have the image already but when I save as a cut image it’s a gray blob. I want to use it on vinyl (cricut air explore 2). Is there a video on it?
Hi Meghan, Once you have started to import the image that you want to use in Design Space you will need to clean it up a bit. This will show you a little how you need to do that. There are different types of files out that that will have it already done for you and all the inside lines cleaned out. Those may be a little easier to work with Let us know what type of file you are working with. th-cam.com/video/AUARK0bG1l8/w-d-xo.html
What vinyl do you use
Expressions vinyl products! :) expressionsvinyl.com/
where did you buy the big role of transfer tape I have been buying the cricut brand and is not as bid and easy to pill off
Hi Karla, this is the roll that we are using. It's a favorite of ours!
expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/paper/rolls/
how often do you need to change your cutting blade for the cricut? please
Naomi, It depends on how much you use it and what your cutting. If you are mostly cutting vinyl it will last a long time. If you are cutting glitter vinyl and cardstock it will need to be replaced more often.
This seems like an elementary question, but I am new.... your pineapple was inside of a box. Did you add the box to the design so you could easily pull it off of the large piece of vinyl and have a small piece to work with? Does this preserve the larger sheet?
Mary, That is my secret super power trick! haha The weeding box is awesome! Check out this video to see how I set that up. th-cam.com/video/FISkOJLgBz0/w-d-xo.html Its a total game changer!
How cool is that? !!!
I noticed that you did not use your tool to rub it out right after you take it out of the machine before weeding. is that what you should do? I was always told to use that tool to rub it down before weeding is that what is causeing my problem?
Hi Linda, I usually don't rub it down right out of the machine. If you have little pieces trying to pull up it is a good idea but no necessary every time.
What type of transfer tape do you use? Also I have a cricut explore air 2 and it doesn't cut small things that well. The blade is brand new. Does anyone have any suggestions? I'm only 2 weeks into this. Thanks
Hi Brittany, we carry clear and paper transfer tape that works great. Here is a link to it - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/
What types of vinyl are you trying to cut? Also, the cut settings can have a lot to do with how well it cuts. You may want to try a different setting or one of the custom settings on your Cricut. Let us know.
Never have problem with small pieces but sometimes when cutting out large pieces (not using mat) how do you keep it going straight in the machine?
Hi Paulette! To keep large pieces of vinyl from slipping when not using a mat, I usually do one of two things. If using a roll of vinyl, I really like using the roll feeder made for the Cameo, it keeps the vinyl nice and lined up. If I am using just a longer sheet of vinyl (still 12" wide) I move my rollers in so that the one on the right hand side is at the 9" mark. This keeps the vinyl nice and secure while being cut so it continues going straight. Thank you for watching!
some of my letters aren't straight lines coming off the cricut and I'm cutting HTV. Should I try it with the dial on vinyl still?
You will want to make sure your letters are aligned in Design Space before you send it to cut.
My vinyl will flake off and roll in on itself while it’s cutting :( any idea how to prevent this?
Some vinyl's are more difficult to use with intricate designs. Slowing the speed of the machine cuts can help.
Hey can you tell me which cricut I can use for specifically small detail I want one but I will only ever need 3-4 inch stuff realy mostly fine details like half inch and smaller... Thank you
Any Cricut will work great for small detail. Here's a great guide to help determine which machine would be a good fit for you help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/360009505193-Cricut-Machines-Comparison
thanks that helps a lot
What was the transfer tape you used in this video?
I am using our paper transfer tape in the 6" roll. We also have it in 12". expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape-rolls.html
Thank you so much for the information, I appreciate that.
We're glad it helps!
What brand of xfer tape did you use?
Here is the link to the transfer tape we are using - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/ The one in this video is the paper.
I'm trying to cut Las Vegas sign out and having heard time any suggestions
Sounds like a fun project! What type of vinyl are you cutting and how big is the design?
Where did you get your transfer tape?
Hi Kim, we carry it in our store. Here is a link - expressionsvinyl.com/transfer-tape/
What about tiny letters i have a big problem with these?
All machines have their limits, small letters are one of them. You can try to adjust you cut settings and thicken the font a little bit to see if that helps.
Love the elephant! Where can I get one?
This was a google image that I traced in the silhouette software. There are some cute ones in the silhouette store as well.
Thank you so much!
You're very welcome!
Which machine would you recommend? I have the Cameo 3 but it stopped cutting for some reason... (noo idea). I am debating about changing but I would love your opinion!
I would NOT recommend the Cricut Maker. Mine has never cut properly and was returned from tech support still not working correctly.
Hello I was wondering what the best pressure for expressions 31 vinyl was? I am having trouble cutting something about 1/2 inch. It keeps peeling up when weeding. Thank you I am using a circuit air 2.
The vinyl setting usually works. If you find that is cutting too deep you can try the paper + setting. 1/2" is pretty small. You may want to consider make your design bigger if possible.
Just curious, what pressure setting do you use for cricut? I tried cutting with the factory setting for vinyl, but it didn't even cut the top surface of the vinyl. I finally switched to cardstock which of course cut all the way thru.
We have had good success with the factory vinyl setting, however, each machine is different and your blade plays into it as well. If you do not have a nice sharp blade, you will be forced to use the "trial and error" method to find the best pressure setting. We recommend always doing a test cut before every project so that you aren't wasting any materials. Thank you for watching!
Thank you very helpful
how do you use the cricut with out a mat
It not recommend by Cricut but I have never had an issue. :) Just make sure you vinyl fits underneath the rollers when loading. I use the same setting as cricut recommends unless I have a brand new blade.
Today I was trying to cut a very small font script from my Cricut and my glitter vinyl kept coming up while it was cutting. After two fail attempts I just changed the font and the font size. Very disappointing. Any advise?
usually I change the settings to pass over the font 2 or 3 times to ensure the vinyl is cut its makes the weeding process a bit easier
With easy weed vinyl I have to set my dial between custom and paper. It always cuts through the paper backing if set on vinyl. How do I adjust this.
Hi Steve, which machine are you using? If it is cutting through you may want to check your blade and make sure there isn't anything interfering with it to cause it to cut deeper. Sometimes things can get up underneath it. Let us know, we'd be happy to assist.
Expressions Vinyl I have the Air 2. I guess I need to use a paper clip to see if anything has gotten down in the hole. I have removed the blade several times to make sure it's clear.
There could be an issue with the blade housing itself. You can get new ones through Cricut to see if that may help. It shouldn't be cutting that deep on the lower dial settings.
So I have the cameo 3 and when I try to cut it pull up some of the smaller stuff. I have used the CB09 blade and the auto blade. What am I doing wrong
Try using a lower speed setting when you are cutting smaller images. This will help so that your smaller images don't lift.
Great tutorial & this is totally off topic but I love your shirt! Where did you get it?
:) Thanks! It is from Adornit. www.adornit.com/boutique/clothing/
you mention cricut and so i dont know how to adj the setting please help thx
Hi Jen, we'd be happy to assist. If you have the Cricut Explore, or Air then you would adjust the blade with the dial. If it is cutting too deep then just turn it down on the dial. If it isn't cutting enough, then turn the dial up to the next setting. Which machine do you have?
What vinyl would you recommend using with heat xfer small letters! I find that my cameo 3 will not cut small letters so I am stuck!
Hi, if you are wanting iron on vinyl for small letters then we recommend that you use Siser EasyWeed. Here is a link to it - expressionsvinyl.com/siser-heat-transfer-vinyl/easyweed/. If your machine is struggling with small letters you may want to try a new blade or make sure the blade you are using is clean. If they are older or not clean they have a tendency to pull letters a bit.
where did you get the elephant design? thanks
The elephant was a free coloring page I found on google. I downloaded the image and then traced it into the silhouette program.
Oh my gosh I can't do the trace to cricut access can ?
How long does your vinyl last on projects?..
It depends on the project and how much wear and tear it is getting. If it is a decoration in your house it will last indefinitely. If it is on a mug or something that is getting used and handled alot I would say a few months. The type of adhesive the vinyl has is also a factor. Choosing something with a permanent adhesive will last longer.
awesomeness
Intricate but NOT tiny girl. Try weeding a 2 inch by 3.75 inch American flag. The little stars , are driving me insane. I dont know how people are weeding those stars out, and then selling the decal for $2 on eBay. Takes forever , and if one flips and sticks to the decal, it leaves adhesive. So once i have weeded and cleaned the decal, i have so much time invested , there is no way i could sell it for less than $5. I MUST BE DOING SOMETHING WRONG.
What did you put the pineapple on? Plastic or Acrylic? Did you cut it with a Cricut?
Hi, Jessica placed the pineapple on a small acrylic piece. This was cut on her Silhouette Cameo 3 but you could also use a Cricut to cut something similar. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
Thank you for the reply. What thickness would acrylic have to be to be cut? My friend wants a beauty and the beast cut out to hang from her car mirror.