QUESTION OF THE DAY: 💡❓ Do you care about how clean your cardboard cuts look?❓💡 - I read and reply to every comment so I would love to see your answer here in the comments! ⬇⏰⏰VIDEO CHAPTERS⏰⏰⬇ 0:00 - What you are going to learn 0:15 - The best knives to cut circles in cardboard 0:30 - How to draw a perfect circle on cardboard 2:11 - How to CUT circles with a knife in cardboard 4:10 - What to do with a bigger knife when cutting circles out of cardboard
Thank you I have been making a lot of cardboard crafts for my hamster instead of wood because prices are up and I’m cheap so this was infinitely helpful to making all my doorways not look like crap XD
This is great. Circles are tough and frustrating. I think I'll get a hobby knife now. I'm making a large cardboard advent calendar for my daughter. The doors will be round, and the pockets containing the treats will be made from toilet paper tubes. I'm excited and glad I found some confidence for all the round cuts.
I am glad that I was able to help you, Alias:Nick! Circles can be a big challenge and having a hobby knife can be quite helpful for the tedious cuts. Here is a link to the ones that I use (they come with extra blades and a small ruler as well): amz.run/52pN If you are going to be cutting a tone of circles, I suggest looking into getting or building a circle cutting jig. I have never used one, but I think it could make it easier to cut a lot of the same size circles. Good luck with your daughter's advent calendar! - Eli Tennant
what is the best cutter, knife or anything that can easily cut ticker cardboard with beautiful edge, im consider buying a rotary cutter. what do u think?
You can also lightly sand the edges of the cardboard to remove the burr. I've used a nail file (instead of a piece of sandpaper) to have more control over sanding the edges like this.
Ahh, that is a good idea💡! I am going to work on some ways to harden cardboard and I think that sanding will also be a big part of that. Stay inspired, - Eli B Tennant
So I'm using two 10 inch circles to make a base for centerpieces. I messed with a couple so far to make them look nice by lining the corrugated edges with vinyl but on the edges of the circle where the corrugated lines are parallel with the cut the vinyl doesn't look nice because there is gaps. I'm running out of time but considering filling with a paper paste, hot glue, Elmer's glue. I wonder if you have solved this problem before.
That sounds like an interesting project. If you are talking about hiding the edges of your corrugated cardboard, then you might find some answers in this video: th-cam.com/video/BGl_vJQBijs/w-d-xo.html (It explains it better than I can in this comment) I hope this helps, - Eli
@@MakerBrain Thanks! I was going to use a cardboard one but I think I might go get some gasket sheets since the lawnmower gaskets are made out of some kind of foam/rubber material
@@zkdr6278 I don't know much about lawn mowers, but getting real gasket sheets sounds like a good idea if you wanted to last a long time. But maybe you could try the cardboard one just to see if it works. Good luck with this project! - Eli
It is cool to hear that you are using cardboard in your art! I think I have a video that might answer your question. You can check that out here: th-cam.com/video/BGl_vJQBijs/w-d-xo.html If you still have questions, feel free to comment!
Thanks for commenting, Alex! I know the video was blurry at times, but I don't really understand what you are trying to say. I would love to understand you, so could you rephrase or clarify your statement for me? Thanks. - Eli Tennant
You talked about how this method leaves a burr on the back side of the cardboard. Perhaps if you put tape on the back side before you cut, you would get a cleaner cut on the backside.
Thanks for the comment, Heather. Tape might help with the burr, but I have never actually tried it so I can't be sure. Perhaps I will make a video on it in the future. Best regards, - Eli Tennant
Thanks for commenting, AMENO GT! I have never tried to make cardboard harder/stronger than it naturally is but I know that some people soak it with solutions of wood glue and water (they might just paint or spray it on) and that makes the cardboard a lot stronger. I know that there are some other videos on TH-cam about this. This is an interesting topic and I will think about making a video on it at some point. Best regards, - Eli Tennant
Hi there, First I would draw or trace a perfect hexagon onto the cardboard. You could make a paper template (here is a video on how to make a hexagon out of paper: th-cam.com/video/TqfimwQt1lU/w-d-xo.html) or simply draw it out (here is a video on how to do that: th-cam.com/video/50DF2ioy5gI/w-d-xo.html) - then you could use your first cardboard hexagon as a template if you wanted to make more hexagons. once you have that done, I would recommend using a sharp knife to cut straight along each edge. You will make the cut extend past the corners of the hexagon to ensure that it overlaps cleanly with the other straight cuts that you make. After making those 6 straight cuts you can pop out your hexagon! Hope this helps, - Eli Tennant
Hi red2965! I don't totally understand your question, but the internal holes is almost the same as cutting circles. You will just need to be cairful not to accidentally cut into the cardboard that you want to keep. - Eli Tennant
@@MakerBrain trying to make a board for quarters so I can organize them yes I could buy one already cut but I want to do one for the 2009 State quarters I could I suppose cut all the way through them just paste a thin paper layer on one side so I could keep them veiwable and one spot I guess I'll have to machine a tool to make the holes because I don't want to spend forever and a day doing it.
That sounds like a great project idea. I have never really been into coins and don't know much about them but I wish you good luck creating this sorter and hike cutting tool. Best regards, - Eli Tennant
But is there ANOTHER way to cut the cardboard? You all saying this huck is genius, so I'm wondering did you cut just with your teeth and nails before? The video is literally like: "draw the circle first and then cut it slowly". You wasn't know you can do it before??
Your summary of my video is perfectly accurate. I just know that I have cut out a lot of bad circles before and this is the best strategy I have found to make them look great. Despite its simplicity, it seems to be helping people. You should check out my video on how to break down a cardboard box. It is even simpler. Blessings, - Eli
QUESTION OF THE DAY:
💡❓ Do you care about how clean your cardboard cuts look?❓💡
- I read and reply to every comment so I would love to see your answer here in the comments!
⬇⏰⏰VIDEO CHAPTERS⏰⏰⬇
0:00 - What you are going to learn
0:15 - The best knives to cut circles in cardboard
0:30 - How to draw a perfect circle on cardboard
2:11 - How to CUT circles with a knife in cardboard
4:10 - What to do with a bigger knife when cutting circles out of cardboard
Yes I do care about clean cardboard cuts.
Me too. But sometimes I am lazy and will just cut in whatever way is the easiest.
If I didn't, I wouldn't be here I guess
I guess not. I hope your cardboard projects are going well!
- Eli
Yess bro
I do the top laying cutting alot and learned it makes a cleaner cut to score the cardboard first. Love your videos. 🤗
I am honored that you love my videos. And am glad that you have some good tricks up your sleeve for crafting cardboard. (-:
Happy crafting,
- Eli
Thank you I have been making a lot of cardboard crafts for my hamster instead of wood because prices are up and I’m cheap so this was infinitely helpful to making all my doorways not look like crap XD
I am so glad that I was able to help you and your hamster, Hannah. Cardboard is a great way to do things on the cheap!
God bless you,
- Eli Tennant
This is great. Circles are tough and frustrating. I think I'll get a hobby knife now. I'm making a large cardboard advent calendar for my daughter. The doors will be round, and the pockets containing the treats will be made from toilet paper tubes. I'm excited and glad I found some confidence for all the round cuts.
I am glad that I was able to help you, Alias:Nick!
Circles can be a big challenge and having a hobby knife can be quite helpful for the tedious cuts. Here is a link to the ones that I use (they come with extra blades and a small ruler as well): amz.run/52pN
If you are going to be cutting a tone of circles, I suggest looking into getting or building a circle cutting jig. I have never used one, but I think it could make it easier to cut a lot of the same size circles.
Good luck with your daughter's advent calendar!
- Eli Tennant
what is the best cutter, knife or anything that can easily cut ticker cardboard with beautiful edge, im consider buying a rotary cutter. what do u think?
I want to make embellishments out of cardboard and these tips are really helpful.
And you've a great voice.
Thank you, V Sen.
I am glad to be able to help you make cardboard embellishments!
Happy crafting!
- Eli Tennant
You can also lightly sand the edges of the cardboard to remove the burr. I've used a nail file (instead of a piece of sandpaper) to have more control over sanding the edges like this.
Ahh, that is a good idea💡! I am going to work on some ways to harden cardboard and I think that sanding will also be a big part of that.
Stay inspired,
- Eli B Tennant
So I'm using two 10 inch circles to make a base for centerpieces. I messed with a couple so far to make them look nice by lining the corrugated edges with vinyl but on the edges of the circle where the corrugated lines are parallel with the cut the vinyl doesn't look nice because there is gaps. I'm running out of time but considering filling with a paper paste, hot glue, Elmer's glue. I wonder if you have solved this problem before.
That sounds like an interesting project. If you are talking about hiding the edges of your corrugated cardboard, then you might find some answers in this video: th-cam.com/video/BGl_vJQBijs/w-d-xo.html
(It explains it better than I can in this comment)
I hope this helps,
- Eli
this guy know how to cut a perfect circle
Thank you, Eric.
its a meme btw , but cool video helped me out
@@MakerBrain
Oh, 😄
I suppose I need to stay more on top of my memes😅
What if I need a circle with a 22 inch diameter?
Thanks. I'm using these tips to cut a gasket for my lawnmower lol.
Wow, I hope it works out for you! Is it a cardboard gasket? Either way, cutting your own gasket is awesome 👍
- Eli
@@MakerBrain Thanks! I was going to use a cardboard one but I think I might go get some gasket sheets since the lawnmower gaskets are made out of some kind of foam/rubber material
@@zkdr6278 I don't know much about lawn mowers, but getting real gasket sheets sounds like a good idea if you wanted to last a long time. But maybe you could try the cardboard one just to see if it works.
Good luck with this project!
- Eli
I wanna do a map of romania with its states . What should i buy? A cutter , precision knife or a canary knife?
Love your excitement bro keep it up ❤️
You are a godsend thank you so much!
I am honored that I helped you!
- Eli
Thank you. This is helpful
I am so glad I was able to help you, Melissa!
Have a blessed day,
- Eli
I'm gonna use these as pokemon damage counters, thanks a lot!
I am glad to help!
I repurpose items for my artwork. I like using cardboard but how do I get a flat seam
It is cool to hear that you are using cardboard in your art! I think I have a video that might answer your question. You can check that out here: th-cam.com/video/BGl_vJQBijs/w-d-xo.html
If you still have questions, feel free to comment!
Very helpful
Thank you. I am so glad to be able to help you with your crafting endeavors!
- Eli
you could use hole punch for better precision
If you can get one in the right diameter... most folks are more likely to have an Xacto knife or similar in their home.
I didn’t know that cardboard had reflective property to shine like your after photo in the thumbnail
Haha... You are very observant. With a little bit of Photoshop anything can happen. (-:
Have a blessed day,
- Eli
Thank you so much
Padma, I'm so glad to be able to help you with your cardboard projects!
Happy crafting,
- Eli
Masking tape or painter's tape on the back might prevent or reduce the bur.
Thanks for commenting, Alex! I know the video was blurry at times, but I don't really understand what you are trying to say. I would love to understand you, so could you rephrase or clarify your statement for me? Thanks.
- Eli Tennant
You talked about how this method leaves a burr on the back side of the cardboard. Perhaps if you put tape on the back side before you cut, you would get a cleaner cut on the backside.
Thanks for the comment, Heather.
Tape might help with the burr, but I have never actually tried it so I can't be sure. Perhaps I will make a video on it in the future.
Best regards,
- Eli Tennant
thank you bro now i can make the slide of the glock
How can we make cardboard solid as stone.
Dont giveup
Thanks for commenting, AMENO GT!
I have never tried to make cardboard harder/stronger than it naturally is but I know that some people soak it with solutions of wood glue and water (they might just paint or spray it on) and that makes the cardboard a lot stronger. I know that there are some other videos on TH-cam about this.
This is an interesting topic and I will think about making a video on it at some point.
Best regards,
- Eli Tennant
@@MakerBrain Thanks
My pleasure, I love helping you in your crafting pursuits!
Use super glue
That is a good idea 💡.
How to cut a cardboard hexagonal
Hi there,
First I would draw or trace a perfect hexagon onto the cardboard. You could make a paper template (here is a video on how to make a hexagon out of paper: th-cam.com/video/TqfimwQt1lU/w-d-xo.html) or simply draw it out (here is a video on how to do that: th-cam.com/video/50DF2ioy5gI/w-d-xo.html) - then you could use your first cardboard hexagon as a template if you wanted to make more hexagons.
once you have that done, I would recommend using a sharp knife to cut straight along each edge. You will make the cut extend past the corners of the hexagon to ensure that it overlaps cleanly with the other straight cuts that you make. After making those 6 straight cuts you can pop out your hexagon!
Hope this helps,
- Eli Tennant
I want quarter size holes and I want them inside not how to pop out rounds
Hi red2965!
I don't totally understand your question, but the internal holes is almost the same as cutting circles. You will just need to be cairful not to accidentally cut into the cardboard that you want to keep.
- Eli Tennant
@@MakerBrain trying to make a board for quarters so I can organize them yes I could buy one already cut but I want to do one for the 2009 State quarters I could I suppose cut all the way through them just paste a thin paper layer on one side so I could keep them veiwable and one spot I guess I'll have to machine a tool to make the holes because I don't want to spend forever and a day doing it.
That sounds like a great project idea. I have never really been into coins and don't know much about them but I wish you good luck creating this sorter and hike cutting tool.
Best regards,
- Eli Tennant
Perfect circle in what world?
iam🇮🇳
Thanks for commenting! It's always amazing to see the different countries that people watch from.
Have a blessed day,
- Eli
But is there ANOTHER way to cut the cardboard? You all saying this huck is genius, so I'm wondering did you cut just with your teeth and nails before?
The video is literally like: "draw the circle first and then cut it slowly". You wasn't know you can do it before??
Your summary of my video is perfectly accurate. I just know that I have cut out a lot of bad circles before and this is the best strategy I have found to make them look great. Despite its simplicity, it seems to be helping people.
You should check out my video on how to break down a cardboard box. It is even simpler.
Blessings,
- Eli
ROLL of tape instead of “role”.
Haha, thanks for pointing that out, Lynn Duvall. 😅
@@MakerBrain Sure, small mistake in a very well done video 👏🏽👏👏🏼
Thank you! 😊
Maybe try less of the unnecessary Ali G hand gestures.
Thank you for the advice. I will see if I can improve in my next video
Kinda unnecessary comment. He’s just showing excitement and personality in the video. I didn’t even notice it until you pointed it out.
I don't care about clean cardboard
Sometimes I feel the same way, Akshay. Sometimes it is better just to cut fast and get something over with than obsess about making it clean.