Sorry for late comment/question it I am new to Cricut and just came by your video. Coming from laser work and Lightburn software I am surprised no YT blogger has ever suggested using the custom material capability of the materials library. I would personally start as you did testing different material settings, but beyond that I would then create an appropriately named custom entry and tweak settings as needed to get best cut. That way I don’t have to “remember” which material to use all the time with when cutting various materials that have problems cutting on expected material settings. I hope that makes sense.
Thank you for sharing. I've recently watched another video and the Washi setting was mentioned. I will have to try this when cutting small/intricate designs.
Firstly thank u for all ur tutorials, really helped me alot as a beginner. Anyway I have a Joy xtra and it doesn't have the washi setting, what can I use as an alternative?
You are my go to for how to use my cricut, so I thought you might have an idea of why.......My sisters cricut only cuts to the right regardless of where she places her design in Design space. Shes done all the things like recalibrate, uninstall/reinstall design space, relocate the image to a different place in design space. This happens when she does print and cut and cut.shes ready to give up. Thanks
There have been some issues with print then cut lately. Have her uninstall design space and redownload and install it. Then calibrate. Make sure you are picking cut lines that are in the center when calibrating and run the calibration a few times.
Thank you for this! Does the light grip mat work better? I think I saw on another YT channel that someone used the premium cardstock for intricate cuts (this might be the same as mentioned in another comment) with their vinyl & if my memory is correct, it worked well. Wondering if you have found any huge difference in adhesive vinyl brands with the same cut settings you show here? Do you have tips for intricate cuts with other materials? Thank you so kuch, Angie!!
Great tips Angie. I like the reverse weeding tip, would this method work with HTV? I have an extremely intricate design I have been putting off because I don't think I would be able to weed it. It would be an HTV design. Thanks for all your great tutorials.
Ive wasted a whole roll of vinyl tryinf to do my jewelry labels.. ive tried different settings etc. Its the premium shimmer vinyl. Actually ive tried foil vinyl too...same issues. Either doesnt cut all yhe way or rubs my vinyl design off when cutting. Idk what to do...
My struggle is with skinny fonts my last tried was with washi sheet setting I want so bad make a sign but so far not luck with a setting for thin or skinny font 😔
Sorry for late comment/question it I am new to Cricut and just came by your video.
Coming from laser work and Lightburn software I am surprised no YT blogger has ever suggested using the custom material capability of the materials library.
I would personally start as you did testing different material settings, but beyond that I would then create an appropriately named custom entry and tweak settings as needed to get best cut. That way I don’t have to “remember” which material to use all the time with when cutting various materials that have problems cutting on expected material settings. I hope that makes sense.
Sure! I have that here: th-cam.com/video/EmUR16HQ-4o/w-d-xo.html
Thank you, I’ll try it. Sometimes I use the setting for printable vinyl on light with my maker 3 and it works good.
Oh good to know!
The Washi setting did it. It was exactly what I was looking for! Thank you!!!
Glad I could help!
Thank you for sharing. I've recently watched another video and the Washi setting was mentioned. I will have to try this when cutting small/intricate designs.
Wonderful!
Great tips. Have you tried the intricate cut setting too? It may be a newer setting from a recent update in Design Space.
Yep! I like it for cardstock!
Absolutely superb expert level instruction/advice as usual! Very great and informative video!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I so needed this video today. I wasted so much vinyl yesterday and was determined to just give up on making keychains. Thanks!!!
Happy to help!
I was struggling so bad before watching this video... thank you i cant wait to use what i learned.. !
Glad I could help!
That is such a cute project!!! Thanks for sharing, Angie!
You are so welcome!
Thank you for the tips! I had never heard of the Washi setting. Will definitely give it a try!
Hope you like it!
Firstly thank u for all ur tutorials, really helped me alot as a beginner. Anyway I have a Joy xtra and it doesn't have the washi setting, what can I use as an alternative?
You can try a custom setting and set it for a lighter pressure and 2 passes.
Thank you for the great tips! Those bookmarks are really cute!
Thanks!
Great video! Can you make any suggestions when using more handwritten type fonts such as BFC Merry Holiday?
Try adding a small offset then welding the fold to the offset. This will bulk it up just a bit and make it a tiny bit thicker.
LIFE CHANGING!!!
thank you! i learned so much! this video was so helpful!
Happy to help!
Thank you for the tips!! Love your hair!!
Thanks!
Fab tips! Thanks so much! ❣️
Thank you for all that tricks 😊
Any time!
You are my go to for how to use my cricut, so I thought you might have an idea of why.......My sisters cricut only cuts to the right regardless of where she places her design in Design space. Shes done all the things like recalibrate, uninstall/reinstall design space, relocate the image to a different place in design space. This happens when she does print and cut and cut.shes ready to give up. Thanks
There have been some issues with print then cut lately. Have her uninstall design space and redownload and install it. Then calibrate. Make sure you are picking cut lines that are in the center when calibrating and run the calibration a few times.
Great info! Did you use the washi setting on the contour sample?
I did!
Thank you for this! Does the light grip mat work better? I think I saw on another YT channel that someone used the premium cardstock for intricate cuts (this might be the same as mentioned in another comment) with their vinyl & if my memory is correct, it worked well. Wondering if you have found any huge difference in adhesive vinyl brands with the same cut settings you show here? Do you have tips for intricate cuts with other materials? Thank you so kuch, Angie!!
Yep I use that intricate cut setting for cardstock! I have used this washi sheet setting for a variety of brands without issues!
@@AngieHolden thank you! It’s definitely a “trial & error” per machine, etc but great to know what works for others to also try ourselves 🙂
Would having two fine blades be an idea, One for cutting card and one for cutting vinyl ? Will the blade for the Explore 3 work in the Maker 3 ?
Yes it is a good idea! One blade just for paper is a great investment.
Thank you for the tips 😊
You're so welcome!
Great tips Angie. I like the reverse weeding tip, would this method work with HTV? I have an extremely intricate design I have been putting off because I don't think I would be able to weed it. It would be an HTV design. Thanks for all your great tutorials.
I don't think the same would apply to HTV.
O.k. Angie thanks.
Great tips!!! Thank you!!!!❤
Glad it was helpful!
Hi Angie, thank you for this tip. Can we use washi setting for iron on vinyl as well?
I would say so! I have less issues with HTV frankly.
@@AngieHolden thank you 🙂
@@AngieHolden I tried washi setting today with Cricut iron on, wasted a couple of pieces but couldn't get the intricate design 😞
Hi I was using my explore 2 machine to cut vinyl and is not cutting thru and I’m just wasting permanent vinyl do you have any recommendations
Depends on your brand of vinyl which setting you need. Try different settings.
Ive wasted a whole roll of vinyl tryinf to do my jewelry labels.. ive tried different settings etc. Its the premium shimmer vinyl. Actually ive tried foil vinyl too...same issues. Either doesnt cut all yhe way or rubs my vinyl design off when cutting. Idk what to do...
Try different cut settings and perhaps a larger font that is not as skinny.
My proplem is that it takes of after A while and it should not, what can i do? I am considering putting a Finishing coat
That is a common issue with vinyl. You can seal it with something.
As a Joy owner for the last few months... this is the biggest pain and why I don't relish opening my Joy
Me too!
I’ve heard cutting on the iron on setting helps. Can you confirm or deny this?
I don't like it personally but many people have different preferences!
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Hi, what kind of vinyl did you use foe your t-shirt you are wearing or what type of vinyl is it 🤔
It is HTV.
My struggle is with skinny fonts my last tried was with washi sheet setting
I want so bad make a sign but so far not luck with a setting for thin or skinny font 😔
Some fonts are REALLY hard to cut.
I have a design and when i press cut on the operation it takes away just about eveyrthing I need. How can i get all of my details shown?
Sounds like it is the file you are using. You will have to convert the file to a cut file and then upload.
@@AngieHolden even if the file is a jpeg?
Can we cut this in Cricut Joy also?
Yes absolutely!
Which vinyl u use?
I think this was all Cricut brand but the tips apply to any brand.
How do you know when a blade needs to be replaced?
That is seriously my LAST thing to do. If nothing else works, I replace the blade.
Ive had a nightmare day trying to cut and weed Mirror Chrome Vinyl
Washi is not in the Joy settings 😢
Booooo!
HELP My new cricut joy is cutting through the words and images 😢
I am not sure what you are trying to make or are referencing? Maybe try a different cut setting.
Is there a cricut type machine that doesn't use an app that needs upgrading, etc... basically a standalone machine 🤔🙄
Not that I know of.