So, my wife sent me this video to watch kinda as a “hint hint” I’m guessing. Now after watching this video I think I want to buy one for myself lol. Thanks for the video it was great. My wife will be happy when I bring one of these home for her. Keep up the good work!
@@AppalachianHomeCo So, I bought one for her on their website it was a bundle deal they had that came with lots of tools and vinyl as well as got her a heat press for shirts and the such and she is very happy. She has been watching all your videos and she is making some really cool stuff. Thanks again for all your videos and info !!!
Thanks for explaining what this machine does. I kept seeing it advertised and wondered what it did. I have too many hobbies already, so I'm letting this one slide.
Just a piece of advice...when pushing something through your table saw ALWAYS push the piece between the blade and the fence and use your riving knife if one came with your saw. Kickback is a real thing and even if it doesnt hit you and can do some serious damage. Ive seen pieces of 2x4 get shot through walls from kickback.
It kicked back just a little bit when it let go, thats the first thing I thought too haha, Loved the video though, you just sold a machine for them, I’ll be getting one soon 👍
I can't wait to get mine. I've hinted to someone that I want one and it's going to happen. I have so many ideas and watching your videos is so helpful. Thank you
I sold the original cricut over the phone when it was still just an infomercial product lol. They have improved dramatically over the years. never owned one but will definitely be buying one this year.
Christy, Subscribed! I absolutely love your energy. You present a feminine, caring, and creative nature w/ eagerness and a thirst to get creative w/ the Cricut Maker. And you're quite beautiful. Often, I find myself initiating multiple DIY Projects. And I know that a Cricut Maker would truly create a "store bought w/ high quality" appearance. I contemplated the purchase of a Cricut Maker... I think I'll buy the machine to upscale my DIY Projects. Previously, I had reluctance to purchase the Cricut Maker prior to watching your informative video as I'm very mindful about my spending. Though... I've decided to become a Circuit Maker Owner! To reiterate, thank you so much for your informative insight! (And your demeanor is meant for the big screen... you seem like a sweetheart or "girl next door" character).
No way, that's so cool! I got a Cricut Maker for Christmas last year, and I haven't used it yet due to being busy with grad school. Had no idea what I can do with it but, this just peaked my interest! Thank you for making this video. It certainly helped.
@@AppalachianHomeCo I am so excited to have found your channel! New subscriber and also an Appalachian home woman...lol. East TN here! Thanks again for the informative videos, can’t wait to watch them all!!
Great info and links. I got a Cricut Maker from a friend and did not know what the cutting blades were used for. You have a new subscriber. Thanks for your help! I did not know the Cricut Maker could be used as a blue tooth. I thought only the Cricut Maker 3 was a blue tooth.
This is so helpful, thank you! My best friend just gave me her Cricut with a huge box of supplies and I had no idea how to start! I absolutely love the Halloween decor, I can never find exactly what I like in stores. Now I can make it!
My wife and I just picked up a Cricut maker and are excited to explore all it has to offer. Thanks for the informational video! I am a woodworker and I noticed a couple of things you can do at the table to reduce the likelihood of getting a kickback (which is NOT fun). When you are ripping the thin strips, try using your puck stick in between the fence and the blade. This makes it much less likely that the blade will grab the cutoff and kick it back towards you (since the blade rotates towards the user on a table saw. When running the crosscuts, the same risk persists. The most common solution is to set your fence 3/4” further out than you need it and clamp a 3/4” block to the fence at the front end near the locking handle. Then, line the board up against the stop block and push it through with a miter gauge (set to 0). That gives the wood 3/4” of wiggle room so it can’t get pinched. You do great work, just wanting to pass along what I wish someone had told me BEFORE I had to catch a board on the chin.
Thank you for this video! One of my co-workers had a custom vinyl decal on her drink mug which prompted a conversation about this. When she told me that she made the decal herself, I was intrigued so she told me about the Cricut products. My girlfriend is a graphic/web designer by trade and artistic by nature and I know without a doubt that she would love one of these. I was very curious, and your video answered the questions I had about it. Great job on the video and thank you!!
@@AppalachianHomeCo I really enjoy watching your videos even though I just started because I think they are so helpful and so much fun to watch. I actually have a question. I am a very young artist who wants to start selling art as a hobby. I've been doing some painting and I also have hand drawn sketches. Is there a way that I can scan the picture/letters and then use it on the cricket? Like say I scan a picture of a phrase that I have drawn. Can the cricket take any sort of photo that I digitally scan and cut it like any other design on the website? Thanks again and keep up the good work☺️☺️
Thank you for this video. I didn't realize I could put the scoring tool in there like that. Oh my gosh, I feel silly for doing it by hand. I thought it was a special piece I needed to buy. Haha!!! Anyway thanks and God bless!
Nice video and very informative. I think I'm sold and will pick one up in the next sale. I do a lot of spray art and I think it has a lot of possibilities for creating templates for that.
What I would also like to see is the selections made when cutting or print and cutting designs, I still get a little twisted when it comes how to do the designs for the different type of design outcomes. Still all a learning curve for me. Thanks for the video.
Great video! I've just lately become aware the Cricut even existed, and am so close to buying one. I just had to see it in action in order to get my head around how it worked, which I did after watching this.
I've been watching so many reviews been wanting to print shirts and it seems like if you are not going to use the smart materials which are pretty expensive the original maker is a steal !! because if you are just going to use the matt it cuts at the same speed
Hi! Yes you are right the original is still great and perfect for shirts and things. I do like some of the features of the Maker 3 but would still pick the original over it.
I've been wanting a cricut since they first came out. My husband finally got one and it just arrived two days ago. A friend of mine has had several different kinds of circuits and suggested I purchase the cricut maker, so that's what I got but I have absolutely no idea where to start! Do you have any videos for beginners? I don't even know how to work the machine or anything yet! Thanks so much!
Hi! I have some Design Space videos for beginners and here is a basic questions video great for starters th-cam.com/video/OROg8GFvVjw/w-d-xo.html. Here is one on how to use print then cut th-cam.com/video/6U2nJ6xKwKs/w-d-xo.html. Hope that helps congrats on your new Cricut!
Wow, Christy, thank you so much for this brilliant video. I am so grateful as it has helped immensely. thank you thank you thank you. I have wanted to buy a Cricut for so long, this has totally helped my decision. Look forward to seeing many more of your projects.....all the way from Australia....thank you again :)
Great video! You are an excellent presenter; you do Cricut justice. And it’s great Cricut is sponsoring this video for you. Speaks volumes about the quality of your videos. Best wishes to you!
I’ve been wanting one for a while. I love customizing things and I’d love to start a business for either stickers or using it to cut out vinyls for resin crafts or custom gifts/personalized presents
I am so afraid of the learning curve with this machine. Watching you deal with all that vinyl and peeling, you make it look easy, but I can see myself really struggling with that! I wouldn't know what to stick on what or what to peel first!
I totally understand! I was so intimidated when I first got my machine. You just have to jump in and try it... you will learn the ins and outs quickly.
Good point! I feel the same way and, while this machine is supposed to do so much more, I didn't really get much from this tutorial. I could have done without the assembling of the wooden pieces. Nevertheless, I will continue to check other videos.
I must say. It's been about 10 days now that I opened the Cricut Maker box and I have come so far in the learning process! I feel very comfortable with making decals. I have not tried stenciling yet, but that's next. And then on to shirt-making! I'm now excited about my new hobby and my confidence grows each time I use the machine! I am glad I jumped in with both feet and did not let it intimidate me into not trying!
Hi! I find that the blades do need to be replaced quite often. After about 20 uses mine starts dulling. Then I notch up the pressure to “more” and get a little more use out of it. After that tho I replace. So everyday use I get about a good month out of one blade.👍🏻
Careful with the brad nailer, I’ve sometimes seen brads suddenly go sideways, especially in natural woods due to density variations. That would put some of your fingers potentially in harms way as shown in the video
Thank you so much for the information. I have been pulling my hair out. The problem I am having is my iPad is showing black with black letters. I don’t know how to fix that. I can use my iPhone. I will start watching you channel now. I had tried putting perm vinyl with mat and clear sticky stuff but couldn’t figure out how to get the letters off the baking. I know more now than I did thanks for explaining so calmly.
☺️ I was so intimidated with mine at first! There is a learning curve but using it is the best way to learn it. Start simple with maybe some card stock then move up to vinyl!👍🏻😊
I had one of the first Cameo Silhouettes. When the Cricut Maker came out, I sold my cameo and got the Cricut Maker. I am scared to use it! It is nothing like the cameo Silhouette. I got it last Christmas and here it is a year later and I have yet to turn it on. I am watching all the videos I can and will be Turing it on right after Christmas!
I want a scan and cut but my daughter thinks this is better??? I want something super simple to do my fussy cutting as I’ve just had a right shoulder replacement. So if I got a paper pad that included a sheet of embellishments I could cut and use them. What do you think???
Hmmm...I haven't used a scan and cut before so I don't know the difference in ease of use. With the Cricut machines you would be placing material on a sticky mat, so some light maneuvering with that part definitely. After that you would need to peel the material off the mat, and then weed it if you are using vinyl. With paper tho, it would be a simple stick to the mat, press go, and peel of the shapes. Hope that helps some!
Deciding if I want to invest in this machine. Will it only cut out designs of their own? Can it cut out around a stamped image? Many questions that I can't find answers too.
Hi! There is really so much you can do with the machine. You can cut any svg and most pngs you can find with it, so it doesn’t have to be Cricut images. If you mean cut around images you have actually stamped on paper you would need to do a few things like scanning in the page and creating a cut border on the stamped images. But it can be done.👍🏻
I want to buy one, and I just watch what u did and I still have no clue how u did it lol. Are those different types of paper? How do I know which paper to get for a specific type of project? This is all new to me
Hi! I mostly use adhesive vinyl (think car decals) and iron on vinyl ( think tshirts) with mine. It will also cut cardstock as well but I usually only make cards or paper crafts with that. That will get you started!
Yes you can. The print then cut feature let you print out before you cut, or there is another method you can do to print out a full sheet and cut, it’s more of a test and adjust method, but it saves on sticker paper.👍🏻
I know this maker is a bit old so to speak but it's my very 1st one just for incase I don't learn didn't want to spend too much money. My questions is what device can be comparable in order to download and be able to use. What ipad which tablet and smartphones. I just saw my apple not being compatible. So I really this info. Thank you
Hi you can use iron on material for that, or screen print the names also. Botyh ways won't wash out.. The machine doesn't print it just cuts, but you can cut names out to place on different materials.
Hello I just wanted to tell you your video is amazing! You shared in detail and so clearly! You deserve more followers 😬☺️ I hope to watch and learn more from you!
Great video, I clinked on the link for the Cricut Maker but it is now outdated, so no connection made. Could you advise me as to what model this was please so I can find one to purchase. Many thanks Jo
I’m trying to decide if I need this Cricut machine. They barely started to gain popularity when I used to scrapbook many years ago. Now I’m moving into other craft ideas. So....Let’s see what happens after the video’ 💖 Edited: I NEED THIS MACHINE!!!!!!!! 😱😱😱😱😱
I’ve been looking at this thing for YEARS!! Now I know what to tell my kids to get me for my 50th bday. Hell they mine as well get me the big daddy maker. Love this video. Thanks so much. I wanted to know what it could do and you knocked it out if the box. Thanks
Hi! You can place different colors of vinyl on the mat, then cut out a design onto the different colors. Then weed out the excess vinyl around the design and place transfer tape over the rest of the desig. Your design will then be blocks or shapes of different colors .... if that’s what you mean?
My Cricut Maker will be here Tuesday, I want to add more to my beaded Jewelry business, such as leather earrings and mugs... Hopefully I won't just sit and 👀 at the box!
Hi! If you plan to stick to just cutting vinyl and iron on then the Explore Air series will be great. If you plan to cut thicker materials, such as chipboard, or if you would like to make foiled designs, etch designs onto bracelets and things, the Maker would be what you'd want. Hope that helps!
Hi! Happy to have found your channel. I just got the Maker. I'm into chainsaw carving and woodworking primarily but looking to expand, make my own tags, signs and personalized products etc... Best of luck in all you do!
Hi... you could use the chip board for something like that. The Maker will cut chip board with a knife blade. Cricut chipboard is about $6 at Joann's, for five 11x11 pieces. They are 2mil thick which is about 1/8".
Hi I mostly use a Porter Cable brad nailer with 1” nails for my signs and sometimes use a Stanley electric nail:staple gun with 5/8” nails and staples for smaller projects.👍🏻
Hi, is it possible to use the housing that comes with the machine and use the different tips with the same housing or do I have to purchase a new housing in order to use an scoring, engraving or debossing tip. Thanks
Hi! The fine tip blade, deep cut blade, fabric blade, rotary blade, and knife blade all come separately in their own housing. The scoring wheel, debossing tip, engraving tip, perforation blade and wavy blade all use the QuickSwap housing and can be switched out on one housing if that makes sense! The blade that come with your machine won’t be a QuickSwap. I bought an engraving blade and it came with a QuickSwap so I would only need the other tips for embossing etc.
Thank you. I just found your channel today after thinking about a Cricut for months and finally purchasing one today! I plan to watch more of your videos and read the manual before I buy accessories and start using. Do you know if the clock on the free month starts when I bought the Maker or when I first install the software? Thanks!
Can you cut out magnets with a cricut maker? I am actually considering giving up graphic design and video work (for clients) and getting a cricut maker and start selling physical products..and one of those is magnets (like fridge magnets) and possibly car magnets.. and if so, any idea where I can buy this type of material? Thanks in advance...
Hi! I would think it could cut the flexible type magnet material but haven’t tried it so far. I can do some research on that because that is a great idea!
Hey, thanks for the video. Unfortunately your link to the cricut maker not working cam you please tell us which cricut maker are you using? Is it 2 or 3?
Hi thank you! It depends on what you are doing but I mostly only use temp vinyl if I want to remove the vinyl later like for seasonal window decals or wall decals and temp car decals. I use permanent for farmhouse signs, mugs, permanent car decals, anything I want to last a long time. Hope that helps!
Hey Christy. I've been using the Cricut Explore Air 2 for several months. Now I went and bought a Cricut Maker 3. My question is, Do I need to uninstall Design Space, and re-install a fresh DS to comunicate with my new CM3? Or can I just use the DS that I already have installed on my PC? Their website asks you which machine are you going to use before you download, but then most of the machines show up in the dropdown up top anyway..... Seems a little redundant. Thanks, Dan.
So, my wife sent me this video to watch kinda as a “hint hint” I’m guessing. Now after watching this video I think I want to buy one for myself lol. Thanks for the video it was great. My wife will be happy when I bring one of these home for her. Keep up the good work!
Lol thank you!!... and yes she will be so happy.😁
@@AppalachianHomeCo So, I bought one for her on their website it was a bundle deal they had that came with lots of tools and vinyl as well as got her a heat press for shirts and the such and she is very happy. She has been watching all your videos and she is making some really cool stuff. Thanks again for all your videos and info !!!
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Yep lol
I just sent to my hubby! LOL
Thanks for explaining what this machine does. I kept seeing it advertised and wondered what it did. I have too many hobbies already, so I'm letting this one slide.
Glad I could help!
Just a piece of advice...when pushing something through your table saw ALWAYS push the piece between the blade and the fence and use your riving knife if one came with your saw. Kickback is a real thing and even if it doesnt hit you and can do some serious damage. Ive seen pieces of 2x4 get shot through walls from kickback.
Definitely doing that thanks for the advice!
It kicked back just a little bit when it let go, thats the first thing I thought too haha,
Loved the video though, you just sold a machine for them, I’ll be getting one soon 👍
I can't wait to get mine. I've hinted to someone that I want one and it's going to happen. I have so many ideas and watching your videos is so helpful. Thank you
That is awesome! I'm so glad!
Very satisfied with this product and it comes with a descaling button for easy cleaning now! Thanks for the quick delivery.
I sold the original cricut over the phone when it was still just an infomercial product lol. They have improved dramatically over the years. never owned one but will definitely be buying one this year.
Hi yes they have improved so much even since I first had mine. You will enjoy!
Christy,
Subscribed!
I absolutely love your energy. You present a feminine, caring, and creative nature w/ eagerness and a thirst to get creative w/ the Cricut Maker. And you're quite beautiful.
Often, I find myself initiating multiple DIY Projects. And I know that a Cricut Maker would truly create a "store bought w/ high quality" appearance. I contemplated the purchase of a Cricut Maker... I think I'll buy the machine to upscale my DIY Projects. Previously, I had reluctance to purchase the Cricut Maker prior to watching your informative video as I'm very mindful about my spending. Though... I've decided to become a Circuit Maker Owner!
To reiterate, thank you so much for your informative insight! (And your demeanor is meant for the big screen... you seem like a sweetheart or "girl next door" character).
I’m a newbie as well , so excited . Love love love the fact u can personal gifts for people . And make cute signs for my home etc.
Me too I love making things instead of buying them!
Excellent! Your presentation was very easy to follow & timely. I appreciated your clear slow speech. Thank you!
You are welcome! So glad it was helpful!!
I just bought a cricut and so excited to get started! Thanks for sharing!
No way, that's so cool! I got a Cricut Maker for Christmas last year, and I haven't used it yet due to being busy with grad school.
Had no idea what I can do with it but, this just peaked my interest! Thank you for making this video. It certainly helped.
Me and my mom have a cricut I got for Christmas and I love it so much!! It is so cool to make your own things from home.
Yay for you...I'm so glad! I love mine too it's my favorite thing to use.
I just bought a lavender cricut maker!!! This video is so very helpful
Congrats on your new Cricut!!👏🏻👏🏻So glad this was helpful.
I just purchased my new Cricut as well. I am so excited!
Just got a Cricut Maker from my husband for Christmas and found this video! Thank you for doing this. I want to utilize it as much as possible.
Yay! You will really enjoy it!!
@@AppalachianHomeCo I am so excited to have found your channel! New subscriber and also an Appalachian home woman...lol. East TN here! Thanks again for the informative videos, can’t wait to watch them all!!
Great info and links. I got a Cricut Maker from a friend and did not know what the cutting blades were used for. You have a new subscriber. Thanks for your help! I did not know the Cricut Maker could be used as a blue tooth. I thought only the Cricut Maker 3 was a blue tooth.
Thanks I am so glad to help!
This is so helpful, thank you! My best friend just gave me her Cricut with a huge box of supplies and I had no idea how to start! I absolutely love the Halloween decor, I can never find exactly what I like in stores. Now I can make it!
Hi! That is exactly why I bought a Cricut too, I love making my own decor!!
Your friend is awesome 😎
so lucky
My wife and I just picked up a Cricut maker and are excited to explore all it has to offer. Thanks for the informational video! I am a woodworker and I noticed a couple of things you can do at the table to reduce the likelihood of getting a kickback (which is NOT fun). When you are ripping the thin strips, try using your puck stick in between the fence and the blade. This makes it much less likely that the blade will grab the cutoff and kick it back towards you (since the blade rotates towards the user on a table saw. When running the crosscuts, the same risk persists. The most common solution is to set your fence 3/4” further out than you need it and clamp a 3/4” block to the fence at the front end near the locking handle. Then, line the board up against the stop block and push it through with a miter gauge (set to 0). That gives the wood 3/4” of wiggle room so it can’t get pinched. You do great work, just wanting to pass along what I wish someone had told me BEFORE I had to catch a board on the chin.
Thanks so much for the helpful info!! Will definitely do the block👍🏻So glad you enjoy the videos!😊
Thank you for this video! One of my co-workers had a custom vinyl decal on her drink mug which prompted a conversation about this. When she told me that she made the decal herself, I was intrigued so she told me about the Cricut products. My girlfriend is a graphic/web designer by trade and artistic by nature and I know without a doubt that she would love one of these. I was very curious, and your video answered the questions I had about it. Great job on the video and thank you!!
That’s so great I’m so glad the video helped!! Thank you😊
I bought cricut maker 4days ago and I love your videos thank you so much for posting
Yay thanks so much! Enjoy your Cricut!
Thank you so much for showing how to do your project from beginning to end. This is SO helpful to a rookie like me!
Thank you! I’m so glad this was helpful!!
@@AppalachianHomeCo I really enjoy watching your videos even though I just started because I think they are so helpful and so much fun to watch. I actually have a question. I am a very young artist who wants to start selling art as a hobby. I've been doing some painting and I also have hand drawn sketches. Is there a way that I can scan the picture/letters and then use it on the cricket? Like say I scan a picture of a phrase that I have drawn. Can the cricket take any sort of photo that I digitally scan and cut it like any other design on the website? Thanks again and keep up the good work☺️☺️
Thank you for this video. I didn't realize I could put the scoring tool in there like that. Oh my gosh, I feel silly for doing it by hand. I thought it was a special piece I needed to buy. Haha!!! Anyway thanks and God bless!
Nice video and very informative. I think I'm sold and will pick one up in the next sale. I do a lot of spray art and I think it has a lot of possibilities for creating templates for that.
Awesome! You will really enjoy it.
I'm 30 seconds into the video and I find your voice just so wonderful. I'm from western North Carolina, and it reminds me of home.
Aw that's so nice! 😊
I was excited to learn more about my new Maker...however this video was geared towards making the box and putting on vinyl I can do with my Air 2. 🥺💕
Hi! I have many videos on the Maker and some on the Maker 3 as well, such as how to use knife blade, engrave, etc.
Thank you for taking time to respond.😊 I certainly need to know about blades. I will look for that video.💕
What I would also like to see is the selections made when cutting or print and cutting designs, I still get a little twisted when it comes how to do the designs for the different type of design outcomes. Still all a learning curve for me. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for the video. I couldn’t tell what sides go up and which sides go down
You’re welcome!😊
Just got the cricut maker for Black Friday so excited!!!
Yay that is exciting!!
Great video! I've just lately become aware the Cricut even existed, and am so close to buying one. I just had to see it in action in order to get my head around how it worked, which I did after watching this.
I've been watching so many reviews been wanting to print shirts and it seems like if you are not going to use the smart materials which are pretty expensive the original maker is a steal !! because if you are just going to use the matt it cuts at the same speed
Hi! Yes you are right the original is still great and perfect for shirts and things. I do like some of the features of the Maker 3 but would still pick the original over it.
@@AppalachianHomeCo also recomend people buy them in store if they can i have seen people say cricut charges 100 dollars shipping for returns !
I've been wanting a cricut since they first came out. My husband finally got one and it just arrived two days ago. A friend of mine has had several different kinds of circuits and suggested I purchase the cricut maker, so that's what I got but I have absolutely no idea where to start! Do you have any videos for beginners? I don't even know how to work the machine or anything yet! Thanks so much!
Hi! I have some Design Space videos for beginners and here is a basic questions video great for starters th-cam.com/video/OROg8GFvVjw/w-d-xo.html. Here is one on how to use print then cut th-cam.com/video/6U2nJ6xKwKs/w-d-xo.html. Hope that helps congrats on your new Cricut!
@@AppalachianHomeCo thanks so very much! I look forward to watching more of your videos!
Wow, Christy, thank you so much for this brilliant video. I am so grateful as it has helped immensely. thank you thank you thank you. I have wanted to buy a Cricut for so long, this has totally helped my decision. Look forward to seeing many more of your projects.....all the way from Australia....thank you again :)
Hi! Thank you I'm so glad this video was helpful!
Great video! You are an excellent presenter; you do Cricut justice. And it’s great Cricut is sponsoring this video for you. Speaks volumes about the quality of your videos. Best wishes to you!
Wow thank you that is so nice!
I’ve been wanting one for a while. I love customizing things and I’d love to start a business for either stickers or using it to cut out vinyls for resin crafts or custom gifts/personalized presents
It is great for starting a business I recently just started making stickers and love them! There are lots of things you can expand into.
You will love the Cricut Maker, it has made my a lot of money with my business. No regrets. xoxo Sandy
You are a force to be reckoned with and great bowl of sunshine!
How nice thank you!
I am so afraid of the learning curve with this machine.
Watching you deal with all that vinyl and peeling, you make it look easy, but I can see myself really struggling with that!
I wouldn't know what to stick on what or what to peel first!
I totally understand! I was so intimidated when I first got my machine. You just have to jump in and try it... you will learn the ins and outs quickly.
Good point! I feel the same way and, while this machine is supposed to do so much more, I didn't really get much from this tutorial. I could have done without the assembling of the wooden pieces. Nevertheless, I will continue to check other videos.
I must say. It's been about 10 days now that I opened the Cricut Maker box and I have come so far in the learning process! I feel very comfortable with making decals. I have not tried stenciling yet, but that's next. And then on to shirt-making! I'm now excited about my new hobby and my confidence grows each time I use the machine! I am glad I jumped in with both feet and did not let it intimidate me into not trying!
Just wow! From beginning to end! 😲🥰👏🏾👏🏾
Awesome thank you!😊
How often do you need to replace the blades for wear-tear if you use the machine every day?
Hi! I find that the blades do need to be replaced quite often. After about 20 uses mine starts dulling. Then I notch up the pressure to “more” and get a little more use out of it. After that tho I replace. So everyday use I get about a good month out of one blade.👍🏻
Careful with the brad nailer, I’ve sometimes seen brads suddenly go sideways, especially in natural woods due to density variations. That would put some of your fingers potentially in harms way as shown in the video
Oh the nails that have went thru the side of my frames lol. Lesson learned thank you!!
I just bought the Maker 3 for my wife's heat press business. No idea what it did until now. Seems sort of like the crafting version of a cnc router.
Thank you so much for the information. I have been pulling my hair out. The problem I am having is my iPad is showing black with black letters. I don’t know how to fix that. I can use my iPhone. I will start watching you channel now. I had tried putting perm vinyl with mat and clear sticky stuff but couldn’t figure out how to get the letters off the baking. I know more now than I did thanks for explaining so calmly.
I'm so glad this was helpful for you!!
Great Videomm, I never have heard of Circut Maker - Great description, thank you
I just got a cricut maker so Christmas 😍 I’ve wanted one for so long!!!
Yay! So excited for you... you’ll love it.☺️
I got one too.. I don’t know what it does! 😜
Me too ❤️ I’m finna start a business at 13 years old
Hope you enjoy it! 👍🏻
Is there any way to make the signs waterproof like for outdoor use. Address signs, no parking, etc.
Hi yes you can definitely seal with polycrylic. That will make them last a lot longer.
I bought a maker few months ago and I have learned a lot from watching your videos. Thank you
That’s awesome I’m so glad!! You’re welcome!
So beautiful!!! Hope y’all have a wonderful holiday!!!
Thank you Happy New Year to you!
Can I ask about the wood cut machine you used in the video plz ?
Hi I use a table saw to cut most of my wood pieces. I believe this one is a Delta it came from Lowe’s.
I just got the cricut maker ultimate as a gift from my fiance so I can work from home but tbh IM LOST!!!
☺️ I was so intimidated with mine at first! There is a learning curve but using it is the best way to learn it. Start simple with maybe some card stock then move up to vinyl!👍🏻😊
Same here, did you end up figuring it out, and what are some stuff you've made?
Great video thank you, and by the way, your accent is awesome! 🏆
Best wishes from a French forest 🇬🇧🌞⚒️
Thank you so much! Best wishes to you as well!!
I LOVE your videos thank you for making it so easy to understand !
I'm so glad you like!!
I had one of the first Cameo Silhouettes. When the Cricut Maker came out, I sold my cameo and got the Cricut Maker. I am scared to use it! It is nothing like the cameo Silhouette. I got it last Christmas and here it is a year later and I have yet to turn it on. I am watching all the videos I can and will be Turing it on right after Christmas!
Can you give more details about the nailer, please?
I want a scan and cut but my daughter thinks this is better???
I want something super simple to do my fussy cutting as I’ve just had a right shoulder replacement. So if I got a paper pad that included a sheet of embellishments I could cut and use them. What do you think???
Hmmm...I haven't used a scan and cut before so I don't know the difference in ease of use. With the Cricut machines you would be placing material on a sticky mat, so some light maneuvering with that part definitely. After that you would need to peel the material off the mat, and then weed it if you are using vinyl. With paper tho, it would be a simple stick to the mat, press go, and peel of the shapes. Hope that helps some!
Deciding if I want to invest in this machine. Will it only cut out designs of their own? Can it cut out around a stamped image? Many questions that I can't find answers too.
Hi! There is really so much you can do with the machine. You can cut any svg and most pngs you can find with it, so it doesn’t have to be Cricut images. If you mean cut around images you have actually stamped on paper you would need to do a few things like scanning in the page and creating a cut border on the stamped images. But it can be done.👍🏻
Brilliant video. Great channel. I’m definitely a fan. Keep it up. Well done😊
That's so nice thank you!😊
Absolutely great video!! Could you please tell me what model you are using here?? Thank you!!😁
Hi thank you so much! Yes this machine machine is the Cricut Maker.
I want to buy one, and I just watch what u did and I still have no clue how u did it lol. Are those different types of paper? How do I know which paper to get for a specific type of project? This is all new to me
Hi! I mostly use adhesive vinyl (think car decals) and iron on vinyl ( think tshirts) with mine. It will also cut cardstock as well but I usually only make cards or paper crafts with that. That will get you started!
Can you do candle labels with it?
Yes you can. The print then cut feature let you print out before you cut, or there is another method you can do to print out a full sheet and cut, it’s more of a test and adjust method, but it saves on sticker paper.👍🏻
I know this maker is a bit old so to speak but it's my very 1st one just for incase I don't learn didn't want to spend too much money. My questions is what device can be comparable in order to download and be able to use. What ipad which tablet and smartphones. I just saw my apple not being compatible. So I really this info. Thank you
Can you put designs on fabric and can it be washed i.e. dog bandanas with their name put on. If yes which machine is best, Thank you
Hi you can use iron on material for that, or screen print the names also. Botyh ways won't wash out.. The machine doesn't print it just cuts, but you can cut names out to place on different materials.
Hello I just wanted to tell you your video is amazing! You shared in detail and so clearly! You deserve more followers 😬☺️ I hope to watch and learn more from you!
Awe thank you so much!!
Great video, I clinked on the link for the Cricut Maker but it is now outdated, so no connection made. Could you advise me as to what model this was please so I can find one to purchase. Many thanks Jo
Hi yes this one was the original cricut maker. I will refresh my links!
What kind of wood are you using for you frame 🤔ty so so much
Hi! I use either furring strips or 1x2 pine boards...I usually get at Lowes or a local lumber store.
What was the adhesive that made the vinyl stick to the box? I don't understand how it was applied.
I’m impressed with the table saw and other tools! ❤️❤️❤️ I can’t wait to start working on my Cricut Maker!
Thank you!! You will love it!
Where did you get the vynil paper cutter? I always cut with my scissors. Is it just a regular paper cutter?
Hi! I think I got it from Hobby Lobby and yes it is just a regular paper cutter..it still works great and I use it a LOT.
Can I also make , labels for glass bottles ??
Yes here is how I made labels for my jars...th-cam.com/video/6U2nJ6xKwKs/w-d-xo.html
I’m trying to decide if I need this Cricut machine. They barely started to gain popularity when I used to scrapbook many years ago. Now I’m moving into other craft ideas. So....Let’s see what happens after the video’ 💖
Edited: I NEED THIS MACHINE!!!!!!!! 😱😱😱😱😱
☺️ Yes Cricut Maker is a big improvement from the first machines and has more tools you can change out ... I use it A LOT.👍🏻
lol Yes I love mine! Disclaimer product may be highly addictive lol xoxo Sandy
Cricut is planning to charge you monthly to use your own machine
There is a petition on change org
@@johnsmith-fz3qk thank you, I’ll go check that out. That’s such a bummer.
i'm definitely putting this on my christmas list
Definitely!!😀
Me too Walmart has the explorer air for 140 at 7 pm Wednesday online only
Cricut is planning to charge you monthly to use your own machine
There is a petition on change org
I love watching you woodwork and use your Cricut Maker. I love both. TFS, I had so much fun xoxo Sandy
Thank you so much I’m so glad!!
Can you use this with fabric? Like shirts or pillows?
Yes you definitely can. The rotary blade attachment cuts fabrics and you would use the fabric mat ( the pink one).
I’ve been looking at this thing for YEARS!! Now I know what to tell my kids to get me for my 50th bday. Hell they mine as well get me the big daddy maker. Love this video. Thanks so much. I wanted to know what it could do and you knocked it out if the box. Thanks
Aw that’s so sweet thank you!!!
Just received a cricut maker for mother's day. can you do a video on doing a decal for a tee shirt or can you direct :) :) :)
Can I make draw and color a picture of different colors on vinyl with the cricut maker
Hi! You can place different colors of vinyl on the mat, then cut out a design onto the different colors. Then weed out the excess vinyl around the design and place transfer tape over the rest of the desig. Your design will then be blocks or shapes of different colors .... if that’s what you mean?
My Cricut Maker will be here Tuesday, I want to add more to my beaded Jewelry business, such as leather earrings and mugs... Hopefully I won't just sit and 👀 at the box!
Yay! I have been trying some leather earrings.😁
I truly appreciate it start to finish video
Thank you!!
Hi Which machine you recommend to buy, I do not have any idea, I want to do stickers, shirts and more, Thanks…
Hi! If you plan to stick to just cutting vinyl and iron on then the Explore Air series will be great. If you plan to cut thicker materials, such as chipboard, or if you would like to make foiled designs, etch designs onto bracelets and things, the Maker would be what you'd want. Hope that helps!
Hi can we use normal vinyl sticker or we need to use cricut proprietary vinyl
Hi..any kind of sticker vinyl works with this machine.
Can you use this machine to cut out vinyl for t-shirts?
Hi! Absolutely, I use this all the time to make tshirts.
Hi! Happy to have found your channel. I just got the Maker. I'm into chainsaw carving and woodworking primarily but looking to expand, make my own tags, signs and personalized products etc... Best of luck in all you do!
That’s so nice thank you! Glad you found my channel!
I am into woodworking, tags, signs and Love my Cricut. You are going to have so much fun. It's addicting xoxo Sandy
@@mackenziemill Hey Sandy, does cricut cut wood too? What do you usually use to cut tool?
@@wenjiezhu70 the Cricut can cut thin wood, I usually use a Scroll Saw or Jigsaw to cut wood
Your accent is so wholesome! ❤️
Quick question, I would like to do birthday cards for clients through the year, can i do that with the cricut? can you direct me to a helpful video?
Hi! Yes you can do very detailed cards. I will try and post a detailed video about doing cards.
I don't known if you have time what I was wondering I want to make housing for my train set plastic models cost a lot of money ?
Hi... you could use the chip board for something like that. The Maker will cut chip board with a knife blade. Cricut chipboard is about $6 at Joann's, for five 11x11 pieces. They are 2mil thick which is about 1/8".
I love your box! Easy to watch video, thanks
Thanks so much!!😁
What staple/nail gun are you using to make the canvas?
Hi I mostly use a Porter Cable brad nailer with 1” nails for my signs and sometimes use a Stanley electric nail:staple gun with 5/8” nails and staples for smaller projects.👍🏻
@@AppalachianHomeCo amazing! Thanks so much :) I love your videos!!
Hi Christy, can you tell me the name of the image you showed at the beginning of the video with the webs and bats please
Hi ! Yes it is called Spiderweb Wreath and you can find it in Design Space projects.
Maybe you answered this before but why use removable vinyl instead of permanent? I’m a newbie to all this.
Hi I actually use both ... I use removable for indoor use like for walls and windows. For car decals and other things I mostly use permanent.
Hi, is it possible to use the housing that comes with the machine and use the different tips with the same housing or do I have to purchase a new housing in order to use an scoring, engraving or debossing tip. Thanks
Hi! The fine tip blade, deep cut blade, fabric blade, rotary blade, and knife blade all come separately in their own housing. The scoring wheel, debossing tip, engraving tip, perforation blade and wavy blade all use the QuickSwap housing and can be switched out on one housing if that makes sense! The blade that come with your machine won’t be a QuickSwap. I bought an engraving blade and it came with a QuickSwap so I would only need the other tips for embossing etc.
Do they make vinyl stickers suitable for car windows?
Yes I make vinyl decals for cars, campers, walls, etc. all the time to sell for my shop.
In reference to this do you use permanent vinyl?
Thank you, Christy! You inspire me.
Thank you Li!!
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Hi did you seal your fall/Halloween projects after you placed the vinyl?
Hi yes I usually seal with a matte acrylic sealant, or polycrylic.
Wow this machine looks amazing 🤩
Thank you. I just found your channel today after thinking about a Cricut for months and finally purchasing one today! I plan to watch more of your videos and read the manual before I buy accessories and start using. Do you know if the clock on the free month starts when I bought the Maker or when I first install the software? Thanks!
Hi that’s so great you will enjoy your machine! The month free starts when you first sign up for a Cricut account and connect your machine. 👍🏻
Just got a cricket maker can’t wait to learn
Yay you will really enjoy it!😊
Can you cut out magnets with a cricut maker? I am actually considering giving up graphic design and video work (for clients) and getting a cricut maker and start selling physical products..and one of those is magnets (like fridge magnets) and possibly car magnets.. and if so, any idea where I can buy this type of material? Thanks in advance...
Hi! I would think it could cut the flexible type magnet material but haven’t tried it so far. I can do some research on that because that is a great idea!
Hey, thanks for the video. Unfortunately your link to the cricut maker not working cam you please tell us which cricut maker are you using? Is it 2 or 3?
Hi! Sorry about the link I will repair it. I am using the regular Maker in this video.
Great information... question how do i know if I should buy temporary or permanent vinyls, I liked how you made the box
Hi thank you! It depends on what you are doing but I mostly only use temp vinyl if I want to remove the vinyl later like for seasonal window decals or wall decals and temp car decals. I use permanent for farmhouse signs, mugs, permanent car decals, anything I want to last a long time. Hope that helps!
Hey Christy. I've been using the Cricut Explore Air 2 for several months. Now I went and bought a Cricut Maker 3. My question is, Do I need to uninstall Design Space, and re-install a fresh DS to comunicate with my new CM3? Or can I just use the DS that I already have installed on my PC? Their website asks you which machine are you going to use before you download, but then most of the machines show up in the dropdown up top anyway..... Seems a little redundant.
Thanks, Dan.
Nevermind, I uninstalled and downloaded a fresh one.
Thank you for posting! I'm doing some research on the Cricut Maker! loving your videos! :)
You’re welcome! Thanks so much!!☺️
I just purchased the Maker. Is there any reason to keep my Explorer ?
Hi I did sell my explore after I purchased maker but I keep all the makers lol.
First time watching. Can you show us how to make signs for wreaths. Pat in NC
Hi!! Ok I will work on something for maybe a spring wreath.🤔