I am trying to learn as much as possible to assist my wife in learning how to use" her " new Cricut. So far, you have been the best at explaining to a pure rookie. Great job. Subbed up to learn more.
I got this machine for Christmas 3 years ago and it's been sitting because I don't have a clue how to even begin to use it. This is the 1st video that has helped. For people who are brand new to this, it helps to have the person giving a tutorial to speak to us like we've never heard the terminology before, like you did. I may actually be able to do something with this nice machine now--I really need it, just didn't know how to get started, till now. Thanks so much!
Omg I got the the cricut explore for xmas and I'm so intimidated. I still haven't try..SCARE all the trimology is so confusing to me. Have to learn the cricut language so I can figure this machine out and start crafting..... omg
I’m a complete beginner and still haven’t purchased a Cricut because I’m looking to see how difficult it is to use and what all I can actually do with it.. so far, I’m loving it and your videos are helping me, thank you so much ❤
My local library just bought a Cricut machine for patrons to use and I have been hoping to make a couple of Christmas presents with it. This video was so helpful! I feel more confident giving it a shot now. Thank you Christy!
Thank you so much for the introduction it's so helpful. I'm 15 and started my own business thank you so much for explaining everything step by step it was very helpful.
You did a wonderful job of teaching this! I will be watching again when I unpack. I was intimidated, but this was hugely helpful. Lots of people on YT "know stuff," but they can't "teach stuff" well. Kudos.
I have watched about 20-25 videos on which cutting machine to buy and how each one works. You are BY FAR the best. Thank you for sharing yourself and your knowledge.
Thank you for this vid, & I subscribed. I don't have a, Cricut machine, but my mom & I have been very interested in them, for shirts or tote bags, for us/personal use, since, JoAnn Fabrics & Crafts, first got them. I want to make stuff, but anxiety & I don't know how, holds me back, massively. It's all the talented & helpful people like you, offering up your time, to help all of us, like me, lol. Thank you, so much!!
I want to thank you 🙏 so much for for this video ,I have a circuit air 2 for two years and I have never used it because I had not found someone to show me how to use it so that you I will follow you so I can learn thank you so very much
What a helpful video! I really like how you go step by step, even on the little things. I’ve decided to take on a few Christmas projects for my daughter and nephew. This helped my anxiety so much because I just got my machine this week!
I want to say Thank you for this video! I had only 1 Q and u had answered it from someone elses comment! I really feel GREAT with getting started now after having this Cricut a month! LOL
Thank you so much for explaining all these tools and what they are for..I've had my Maker for a few months now and this is because I had no idea how to do even the basic stuff. You are making it easy to understand. Much appreciated ma'am..
You are the cutest! Love your accent! This was such a well filmed and well thought out video! I'm saving up for one of these and can't wait to get one! I bet this has been a great help to many. Thank you!
Thank you so much !! My teen 15 year old daughter driving me mad to purchase one for her 16th Birthday. Thanks for the explanation. She wants the latest model I take it going to cost a small fortune £££ . Lol 😂 I didn’t realise how many different cutting mats there are . Wow 😮 there so much you can do with this machine . She’s going to make her own gifts for family and friends and a few charities and maybe sell some could pay for it self . Great video !!! Thanks 🙏
Years ago I bought a pink Cricut (breast cancer awareness?) from Michael’s and it’s been sitting in the box collecting dust ever since. I completely forgot what it was even used for! 🤣 Thanks to this vid I now know.
Just watched it and I can’t wait til I get to do my business soon when I get my cricut this video is very helpful you explained it on point thank you very much and wish you the best of luck!💓
Thank you for such a great explanation, I purchased a Maker recently, I didn't realise that it was possible to make projects without a subscription to Cricut Access. I am in Australia and we are not listed on the countries with access to subscriptions. I thought I had wasted my money on the machine. I am a new subscriber to your channel and want to make Farmhouse style signs mainly for my own use. I was finding it a tad confusing but it is becoming clearer, I will be watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I've had my new Explore Air 2 for months but just NOW getting around to using it. This was an extremely helpful video for a pre-beginner (yep that's a thing!). Thank you for explaining as you went through steps. I'll like AND subscribe!
Thank you for showing how to use this me and my sister got one for Christmas and didn’t know how to use it this really helped I’m 10 and staring a company.Thank you for all of the help and happy new year!
Remember see this in highschool art class. Was always anxious getting one because the teacher told us she had to do it for us. Thought it would be difficult to learn
Thank you! I’m to the point where I want to sell my cricut, but I thought I would give it one more chance. I’ve had it a month and HATE how complicated and confusing it is.
You’re welcome I’m sorry bout your Cricut. There is a lot to learn with cutting machines and different vinyls, what works and what doesn’t, can be frustrating. But after a while it will become second nature and be worth it.😉
Thank you soo much for this very helpful video. My boyfriend knows how much i want one and has been looking at them every time we go to a craft store 😂
Hi - we have just bought a Cricut Maker and are now trying to find out how to use it. At about 8:22 into the video when you remove the vinyl from the cutting mat, there appears to be a sheet of plastic on it that is larger that the piece of vinyl. Then at about 8:30 I can see that this sheet of film sits on top of the vinyl and holds the cut pieces in place. This film is then removed after the design is applied to its intended location. You don't show adding when and where you apply this film. Is it something we need to buy separately?
Hi! Yes the clear material is transfer tape and is applied over the vinyl after weeding out the parts you don’t want. It does keep everything in place until the vinyl is placed. I use several different kinds. Cricut has standard transfer tape you can get at Walmart or on Cricut website that works well with Cricut vinyl. I also get larger rolls from US cutter. TransferRite or Greenstar Layflat clear medium tack are both good brands. Note: you only need transfer tape with adhesive vinyl. Iron on vinyl already comes with the transfer material. Hope that helps!
@@AppalachianHomeCo Thanks very much for taking the time to reply. We have ordered a roll of transfer tape and will be having our first try out on Monday. This is for a school MakerSpace that I have spent the past 6 months putting together :-)
Hi! You can press the pause button on top of the machine and everything will stop. The mat will stay loaded in the same position. When you press the pause button again everything will resume where it left off.
Do you need certain paper for these I thought about buying one but idk what all I would need. What is the difference between print and cut and just printing the vinyl
Hi! You need adhesive vinyl to cut the decal stickers, and for print then cut you can use sticker paper. You can also use other materials too, like iron on material for t-shirts and things.
Hi. I have cut chipboard which is about 3/16” thick so pretty thick. With thicker material stencils I would use a deep cut blade on a higher pressure 300-350 or so and do several passes. I did a reusable stencil video on this and that method seemed to work great.👍🏻The knife blade also works really good on thick materials as long as you do several passes.
Hi! Yes I would suggest cutting the names out using iron-on material or HTV, then ironing the name onto the bandana. The machine would be perfect for that.
Hi. Do you mean it can’t read the registration marks? If so it could be too much lighting. Sometimes bright lighting can throw off the sensors. Also check to make sure the lights on the machine are working when it’s trying to detect the marks. Glossy paper can throw it off also. Other than that I’m not sure 🤔
Good afternoon, this video was so helpful.. I have as of yet, to use my cricket explore air, but when I do, I can refer back to this video... Side note: I did subscribe💛
Once it's printed out what do I do next as it shows you fixing it from a clear backing. I'm totally new and have no clue. Do we put a transparent film over the entire piece of vinyl or do we remove the excess and leave the letters on
Hi! Once you cut the decals and weed out the extra vinyl, you place transfer tape over the entire decal. This allows you to remove the backing while keeping the letters in place. Then you can stick on your decal and remove the transfer tape from off the top by pulling it off as flat as possible to the decal if that makes sense!
Hi! I only use an ink printer if I am printing stickers that have images or pictures on them. I print then cut using a regular printer, then cricut cuts around them.
Hi! No you do not need the easypress if you are just using adhesive vinyl. You would need it for iron on material that would go on t-shirts and fabric surfaces.
Hello can you tell me what type of paper do i need to buy if i wanna make a logo with png and iron it in a trucker hat ? Does in need to be transparent or with color? Does it matter? Thanks
Hi! There are several options, fabric transfer paper for dark materials will allow you to print out your design and cut around it, then iron it onto the hat. It is kinda like a sticker you can iron onto materials but it will have a texture. If you want to sublimate and have a sublimation printer, then you just need sublimation paper. Here is the fabric transfer method...th-cam.com/video/GCe3VqkVvTE/w-d-xo.html And here is the sublimation method....th-cam.com/video/AuXurs57EmI/w-d-xo.html Hope that helps!
Thank you for this video. Learning a lot from TH-cam these days! (FYI that you can connect via Bluetooth with to the Explore 2 as well, which I discovered a couple weeks ago.)
Hi! Adhesive vinyl (regular) is just for decals and stickers that you would place on smooth objects. Heat transfer material is ironed on, and can be used on fabrics such as tshirts or towels, hats, etc., but can also be ironed on wood and canvas.
Hi I want to purchase a cricut but I’m confused on which one to get and it’s driving me nuts. May you please help me understand so I can pick . I want to make T-shirts and maybe a few other things but my main thing is clothes . Which one do you recommend also what other items do I need to buy to achieve what I’m trying to do? I know that’s a lot of info to divulge but if you don’t mind I really appreciate it. Thank you in advance. 💜
Hi! I have the Explore air 2 and the Maker. The Explore Air 2 will cut iron on, adhesive vinyl, card stock and papers, and some thicker materials. It will only cut. The Maker will cut, engrave, deboss, and score if you think you would ever do projects like that. If you want to do Tshirts you would also need a heat press (Cricut has the Easypress). I use a heat mat with the EasyPress but you can just use a towel if you want to skip buying the mat. Hope that helps!
@@AppalachianHomeCo yes that does help! Thank you for that information. I was thinking of buying the cricut joy because that is within my budget. Have you heard or seen that one? It’s fairly new. I’m hoping that does some of those things then in the future I can upgrade and give the joy to my kids . May you Please also let me know what products I need to buy for iron ons as it is a bit overwhelming with all the nice cricut accessories
Hi thank you so much! If you want a removable material I would use temporary adhesive vinyl... for permanent projects on glass, permanent adhesive vinyl.
Hi! The Explore Air would do those jobs and costs a little less than Maker. If you think you might expand into different crafts later then the Maker would be good for that.
Hi! You will need to connect via Bluetooth to your Cricut machine. If your Explore air 2 is not showing up on your phone then you may need to get a Bluetooth adapter for your machine to connect. Hope that helps!
I make a lot of wooden products and I believe I’m going to use vinyl which cricket printer do you recommend I should get specifically for vinyl to apply on wood?
I want to purchase a Circut Explorer and begin a t-shirt business, but I don’t know what to do if my project requires two-three different htv. Do I erase it in the design space studio? Or is there another way? Also is there any websites that you recommend to download designs? Please help me !
Hi! I like Etsy for svgs and designs. Creative Market is great also. You can change the color of your designs on Design space for different materials. Then you can change the material setting before each mat you cut. Then you can cut different materials at once. Hope that makes sense!
This is a good video Until towards the end, I'm still confused on when and how to use transfer tape. I'm assuming that's what it was at the end that you were using, but I'm still trying to find video tutorials on that. Thanks again
Hi! Transfer tape is placed over the decal after cutting and weeding. It helps to keep the cut out parts together when transferring onto your material or surface.
Thank you for your videos! I need your help!!! I am a beginner and having trouble removing the my decals especially when I am using "glittery vinyl", at 1st I thought it was the transfer tape I was using but I switched and I am still having the same problem. No matter what I am making it will not peel off completely. TIA
Hi! I don’t know anything about the foot pedal, my machine does not have one. But the mats you can get at Walmart, Hobby Lobby (US) and Amazon sells them as well.👍🏻
I'm 12 and im trying to make a gift for my mom without her helping me, thank you so much this was so helpful
That’s so sweet good luck on your project!!
I’m 12 too and im trying to figure out how to do this without help from my mom 😆
@@InsomniaSounds.2x .. I’m 12 too!! But I’m trying to surprise my sister.
this is 2 sweet... I won't tell my age lol!!!! but retired and would like to make a little extra funds...
This is just the sweetest thread of comments! ❤
Finally! Someone who got down to business and explained the basics!
Goodness! My daughter gifted me the Cricut Maker and I was lost as a puppy in the wild! Thank you for this!
You're so welcome!
I am trying to learn as much as possible to assist my wife in learning how to use" her " new Cricut. So far, you have been the best at explaining to a pure rookie. Great job. Subbed up to learn more.
Yay I’m so glad these videos are helpful!
Right!!! viewing and gonna do a step by step with her tutorial...
Pls my machine air 2 is not cutting paper. What can I do?
@@manisone9077 vinyl
Lmao I’m doing the same for my wife
I got this machine for Christmas 3 years ago and it's been sitting because I don't have a clue how to even begin to use it. This is the 1st video that has helped. For people who are brand new to this, it helps to have the person giving a tutorial to speak to us like we've never heard the terminology before, like you did. I may actually be able to do something with this nice machine now--I really need it, just didn't know how to get started, till now. Thanks so much!
Oh that’s so great I’m so, so glad this was helpful for you! Hope you get started using your machine!!
Omg I got the the cricut explore for xmas and I'm so intimidated. I still haven't try..SCARE all the trimology is so confusing to me. Have to learn the cricut language so I can figure this machine out and start crafting..... omg
Thank you - quick and concise and straight to the point. I was about to box my Cricut back up and return it today.
I’m a complete beginner and still haven’t purchased a Cricut because I’m looking to see how difficult it is to use and what all I can actually do with it.. so far, I’m loving it and your videos are helping me, thank you so much ❤
You are so welcome!
I’m in that position now. Did you end up getting one? Do you like it?
My local library just bought a Cricut machine for patrons to use and I have been hoping to make a couple of Christmas presents with it. This video was so helpful! I feel more confident giving it a shot now. Thank you Christy!
Thank you so much for the introduction it's so helpful. I'm 15 and started my own business thank you so much for explaining everything step by step it was very helpful.
You are so welcome!
Im a choir director and I needed stickers for choir, this video was the best help I could ever asked for
Your videos are so good, Christy - clear, concise, and you have a wonderful voice! I appreciate all your hard work in making these videos.
Oh thank you that’s so nice!
Spoke for me. And I love the accent!
You did a wonderful job of teaching this! I will be watching again when I unpack. I was intimidated, but this was hugely helpful. Lots of people on YT "know stuff," but they can't "teach stuff" well. Kudos.
I'm so glad this helped thanks for the comment!
I have watched about 20-25 videos on which cutting machine to buy and how each one works. You are BY FAR the best. Thank you for sharing yourself and your knowledge.
Aw I’m so glad!! Thank you😊
@@AppalachianHomeCo Does the Machine come with a Cutting Board?
Thank you for this vid, & I subscribed. I don't have a, Cricut machine, but my mom & I have been very interested in them, for shirts or tote bags, for us/personal use, since, JoAnn Fabrics & Crafts, first got them.
I want to make stuff, but anxiety & I don't know how, holds me back, massively.
It's all the talented & helpful people like you, offering up your time, to help all of us, like me, lol. Thank you, so much!!
Aw you are so welcome! I was so intimated by my Cricut ar first but practice a few times and you will love it. Best of luck!🥰
I want to thank you 🙏 so much for for this video ,I have a circuit air 2 for two years and I have never used it because I had not found someone to show me how to use it so that you I will follow you so I can learn thank you so very much
Aw thank you! I'm so glad you can finally use your machine!💕
What a helpful video! I really like how you go step by step, even on the little things. I’ve decided to take on a few Christmas projects for my daughter and nephew. This helped my anxiety so much because I just got my machine this week!
That’s great I’m so glad this was helpful! Good luck on your Christmas projects!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us! I’m new at this and also 73 years old.
You’re welcome!! Good for you!🙌🏻
THANK you :") perfections seriously
We have been engaged in the production of digital cutting machines, your video has given us a lot of inspiration！
That's so great I'm glad!!🧡
This was very helpful, me and my mom just got one but we had no idea how to use the machine so thank you!😁
Hi! I’m so glad this was helpful! Good luck with your new machine you will enjoy it!😊
Out of all!!! The video's iv watched. I understand this one. Thanku for explaining so detailed, and slowly.
Wow thank you this was so helpful. I’m 14 and I’m starting a designing business and this really did help me a
A lot. Wish me luck 😆
That’s so smart of you I wish I had tried starting a business A LOT sooner!! Best of luck keep working at it, don’t give up, and you will succeed.👍🏻
Good luck!
Good luck!! Tell me how you are going!!
Good luck 👌
Good luck to you!
I want to say Thank you for this video! I had only 1 Q and u had answered it from someone elses comment! I really feel GREAT with getting started now after having this Cricut a month! LOL
Yay I'm so glad this helped you!!
OMG @ 5:14 you just answered my burning question as to why it was not working. I had it set wrong!! Thanks so much maybe now I can finish my project
👏 Yay so glad to help!
Just ordered the cricut maker 2 days ago, can't wait to learn how to use it!!! Thanks for videos like this!
Thank you so much for explaining all these tools and what they are for..I've had my Maker for a few months now and this is because I had no idea how to do even the basic stuff. You are making it easy to understand. Much appreciated ma'am..
Aw you're so welcome!
Thank you for this video. I'm thinking about buying a Cricut but I never knew exactly how they worked. This video was perfect. XOXO
I need to by a iPad for my cricket machine but I don’t know which one to bye so what one do you have
Hi! I think mine is the the iPad Pro. I have had it a couple years there may be a newer version now.
You are the cutest! Love your accent! This was such a well filmed and well thought out video! I'm saving up for one of these and can't wait to get one! I bet this has been a great help to many. Thank you!
That’s so sweet of you thank you so much!!😊
@@AppalachianHomeCo you're most welcome!
Wow..thank you for concise instructions on the use of cricut machine and design space. I feel better to start a small project. Love you demonstrates.
Thank you!😊
I’m so excited!! I found one at the pawnshop brand new in a box and was able to talk her down to $180!! Thing is in immaculate condition!
That is awesome!!
Greatly appreciate the step by step guide, especially for those of us whom are a bit technically challenged at times! ;-)
Thank you I’m glad this was helpful!!😊
Thank you so much !! My teen 15 year old daughter driving me mad to purchase one for her 16th Birthday. Thanks for the explanation. She wants the latest model I take it going to cost a small fortune £££ . Lol 😂 I didn’t realise how many different cutting mats there are . Wow 😮 there so much you can do with this machine . She’s going to make her own gifts for family and friends and a few charities and maybe sell some could pay for it self . Great video !!! Thanks 🙏
Hi so glad you enjoyed the video!! She will definitely love it! It really is a great investment I wish I had one at that age!!😊
I so new I'm green I want to see what you do step by step after yr image is cut. Then what do I do with clear or transfer tape if I'm wording it right
Years ago I bought a pink Cricut (breast cancer awareness?) from Michael’s and it’s been sitting in the box collecting dust ever since. I completely forgot what it was even used for! 🤣 Thanks to this vid I now know.
Thx I got print press saw this this morning and ordered it praying that I’ll have my business up and going 💖🙌🏽
That’s great!! Good luck with your business!!👏🏼
Oh my, I am very eager to use the cricut machine. You have so far explained in depth and precisely. Thank you so much. ❤ 😊
You are so welcome!
Thank you!!! I was hesitant to buy a machine. Because of you... I’m going for it!!!
Yay! You will love it!👍🏻
Your video is extremely helpful. I am new to cricut and am trying to learn as much as possible.
That’s great!! So glad to help you getting started.😊
Yes Thank you needed this I’m going to buy one since I wanna start my own online store with my art and stuff
You’re welcome! That’s great you will really enjoy it!
Wonderful video. It was so informative, delivered in a concise, straight to the point way. Thank you!!!
The best explanations I have found so far! Thank you!
That’s so great I’m so glad! Thank you!😊
Its the best video that you can find for Cricut user. well-done. keep the the great work.
Just watched it and I can’t wait til I get to do my business soon when I get my cricut this video is very helpful you explained it on point thank you very much and wish you the best of luck!💓
Thank you so much good luck with your business as well!💜
Thank you for such a great explanation, I purchased a Maker recently, I didn't realise that it was possible to make projects without a subscription to Cricut Access. I am in Australia and we are not listed on the countries with access to subscriptions. I thought I had wasted my money on the machine. I am a new subscriber to your channel and want to make Farmhouse style signs mainly for my own use. I was finding it a tad confusing but it is becoming clearer, I will be watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
That’s so great I am so glad the videos are helpful and you found my channel!! Thank you!
I've had my new Explore Air 2 for months but just NOW getting around to using it. This was an extremely helpful video for a pre-beginner (yep that's a thing!). Thank you for explaining as you went through steps. I'll like AND subscribe!
Awesome thank you! So glad this was helpful for you!
i just got my machine. im so excited to start projects
I just got mine too and am scared to death. 🤦♀️
@@tdevoy22 i started and now im addicted to using the machine. Youre gonna love it.. Enjoy
Thank you for showing how to use this me and my sister got one for Christmas and didn’t know how to use it this really helped I’m 10 and staring a company.Thank you for all of the help and happy new year!
Aw that’s so great! Best of luck to your on your business! Never to early to start!!😉
Do I apply something over top the vinyl to keep it on?
Excellent video Christy!
Remember see this in highschool art class. Was always anxious getting one because the teacher told us she had to do it for us. Thought it would be difficult to learn
☺ No it really isn't ..after a few cuts you get the hang of it.
Your tutorial was great. Easy to understand and very helpful. Thk you.
Thank you so much I’m so glad it was helpful!
Thank you! I’m to the point where I want to sell my cricut, but I thought I would give it one more chance. I’ve had it a month and HATE how complicated and confusing it is.
You’re welcome I’m sorry bout your Cricut. There is a lot to learn with cutting machines and different vinyls, what works and what doesn’t, can be frustrating. But after a while it will become second nature and be worth it.😉
There are so many tutorials you can watch to learn! It’s really not that complicated after you practice!
Me too. It is overwhelming so I am going to immerse myself in cricut videos. I can figure this out, I hope.
Thank you soo much for this very helpful video. My boyfriend knows how much i want one and has been looking at them every time we go to a craft store 😂
You’re so welcome! You will love it maybe he will come thru and get you one for Christmas!😉🎁
@@AppalachianHomeCo haha! I am hoping, he has been asking me which one i specifically want 😂
@@perlaaxoxo Sounds promising!!
This is a great video! Thank you for sharing!
Hi - we have just bought a Cricut Maker and are now trying to find out how to use it. At about 8:22 into the video when you remove the vinyl from the cutting mat, there appears to be a sheet of plastic on it that is larger that the piece of vinyl. Then at about 8:30 I can see that this sheet of film sits on top of the vinyl and holds the cut pieces in place. This film is then removed after the design is applied to its intended location. You don't show adding when and where you apply this film. Is it something we need to buy separately?
Hi! Yes the clear material is transfer tape and is applied over the vinyl after weeding out the parts you don’t want. It does keep everything in place until the vinyl is placed. I use several different kinds. Cricut has standard transfer tape you can get at Walmart or on Cricut website that works well with Cricut vinyl. I also get larger rolls from US cutter. TransferRite or Greenstar Layflat clear medium tack are both good brands. Note: you only need transfer tape with adhesive vinyl. Iron on vinyl already comes with the transfer material. Hope that helps!
@@AppalachianHomeCo Thanks very much for taking the time to reply. We have ordered a roll of transfer tape and will be having our first try out on Monday. This is for a school MakerSpace that I have spent the past 6 months putting together :-)
Awesome! This was a great starting point for me, a beginner!
That's great I'm so glad this was helpful!!😊
Thank you for simplifying this, now I understand!
I'm so glad this helped!
Very very very interesting & helpful. Thanks alot..!!
Thank you!😊
Yayyyyyy this looks pretty simple enough, yes very helpful, hopefully I can do it
Hi you can do it ... it is really fun once you learn it!
I am trying to get into tumblr making and vinyl. You’ve been sooo helpful ! ✨
I'm so glad to be helpful! Best of luck on the tumblers!!
This was very helpful and I’m sure i will be watching again. I don’t have my cricket yet. Waiting to see if Santa gets it for me
Hi! So glad this was helpful I hope Santa comes thru!!! 🎁
What if you need to stop the process while it is cutting? Do you reinput the mat and start over? Thank you.
Hi! You can press the pause button on top of the machine and everything will stop. The mat will stay loaded in the same position. When you press the pause button again everything will resume where it left off.
@@AppalachianHomeCo Can you remove the whole mat and then reinsert? Thank you.
Thanks, always wondered how they worked.
Amazing video, you’re so clear and concise!
That’s so nice thank you!
Do you need certain paper for these I thought about buying one but idk what all I would need. What is the difference between print and cut and just printing the vinyl
Hi! You need adhesive vinyl to cut the decal stickers, and for print then cut you can use sticker paper. You can also use other materials too, like iron on material for t-shirts and things.
What is the thickest material you can use? Is it possible To cut out a stencil Rigid enough to spray paint on a wall?
Hi. I have cut chipboard which is about 3/16” thick so pretty thick. With thicker material stencils I would use a deep cut blade on a higher pressure 300-350 or so and do several passes. I did a reusable stencil video on this and that method seemed to work great.👍🏻The knife blade also works really good on thick materials as long as you do several passes.
I got the blue pad with machine, can I use it for a vinyl saying til I get the green one?
Hi yes you can just rub it down really well first.
Looking at buying a basic one of these would they work for printing dogs name on a neck banana, thank you
Hi! Yes I would suggest cutting the names out using iron-on material or HTV, then ironing the name onto the bandana. The machine would be perfect for that.
@@AppalachianHomeCo thank you
my explorer 2 keeps saying it cant read cut sensors no matter what im working with can you help with this
Hi. Do you mean it can’t read the registration marks? If so it could be too much lighting. Sometimes bright lighting can throw off the sensors. Also check to make sure the lights on the machine are working when it’s trying to detect the marks. Glossy paper can throw it off also. Other than that I’m not sure 🤔
Good afternoon, this video was so helpful.. I have as of yet, to use my cricket explore air, but when I do, I can refer back to this video...
Side note: I did subscribe💛
I’m so glad this was helpful!! Thank you for subscribing.😊
Once it's printed out what do I do next as it shows you fixing it from a clear backing. I'm totally new and have no clue. Do we put a transparent film over the entire piece of vinyl or do we remove the excess and leave the letters on
Hi! Once you cut the decals and weed out the extra vinyl, you place transfer tape over the entire decal. This allows you to remove the backing while keeping the letters in place. Then you can stick on your decal and remove the transfer tape from off the top by pulling it off as flat as possible to the decal if that makes sense!
After watching the video , i noticed you did not use a printer ? When do you need a ink printer ? Thank you so much for your time and help
Hi! I only use an ink printer if I am printing stickers that have images or pictures on them. I print then cut using a regular printer, then cricut cuts around them.
Question, so you dont really need the cricut easy press when transferring it to the fabric? Me and my sister is planning to make a small business.
Hi! No you do not need the easypress if you are just using adhesive vinyl. You would need it for iron on material that would go on t-shirts and fabric surfaces.
Hello can you tell me what type of paper do i need to buy if i wanna make a logo with png and iron it in a trucker hat ? Does in need to be transparent or with color? Does it matter? Thanks
Hi! There are several options, fabric transfer paper for dark materials will allow you to print out your design and cut around it, then iron it onto the hat. It is kinda like a sticker you can iron onto materials but it will have a texture. If you want to sublimate and have a sublimation printer, then you just need sublimation paper. Here is the fabric transfer method...th-cam.com/video/GCe3VqkVvTE/w-d-xo.html And here is the sublimation method....th-cam.com/video/AuXurs57EmI/w-d-xo.html Hope that helps!
My circut must be older it has no know. The front says Circuit Image. Do you know where I can get instructions??
I just want to know why the "make it " button won't light up when l think lve finished and ready to go. Just stays unlit !!
Hmmmm ... I haven't had that problem. You may need to close the program and restart, it could need an update.
Thank you for this video. Learning a lot from TH-cam these days!
(FYI that you can connect via Bluetooth with to the Explore 2 as well, which I discovered a couple weeks ago.)
Hi! Yes someone actually told me that also ... I just sold my Explore Air 2 but it is great for people that have those!
When would you use heat vinyl or regular vinyl? Is regular vinyl adhesive?
Hi! Adhesive vinyl (regular) is just for decals and stickers that you would place on smooth objects. Heat transfer material is ironed on, and can be used on fabrics such as tshirts or towels, hats, etc., but can also be ironed on wood and canvas.
Great instructor
Thank you!!😊
Hi I want to purchase a cricut but I’m confused on which one to get and it’s driving me nuts. May you please help me understand so I can pick . I want to make T-shirts and maybe a few other things but my main thing is clothes . Which one do you recommend also what other items do I need to buy to achieve what I’m trying to do? I know that’s a lot of info to divulge but if you don’t mind I really appreciate it. Thank you in advance. 💜
Hi! I have the Explore air 2 and the Maker. The Explore Air 2 will cut iron on, adhesive vinyl, card stock and papers, and some thicker materials. It will only cut. The Maker will cut, engrave, deboss, and score if you think you would ever do projects like that. If you want to do Tshirts you would also need a heat press (Cricut has the Easypress). I use a heat mat with the EasyPress but you can just use a towel if you want to skip buying the mat. Hope that helps!
@@AppalachianHomeCo yes that does help! Thank you for that information. I was thinking of buying the cricut joy because that is within my budget. Have you heard or seen that one? It’s fairly new. I’m hoping that does some of those things then in the future I can upgrade and give the joy to my kids . May you Please also let me know what products I need to buy for iron ons as it is a bit overwhelming with all the nice cricut accessories
Does cricut also make stencils? Is there a video that show different projects that used a cricut machine? I guess Im on the fence about buying one.
Hi! Yes you can make stencils with vinyl or even actual stencil material. I have several videos on these if you want to search my channel.
This was so helpful. Thank you!
I’m so glad thank you!!
Can the circut make small stickers to use in a planner?
Hi. Yes I have actually made planner sticker for myself. I have a video coming soon on doing those.👍🏻
@@AppalachianHomeCo oh how great!! Thank you, I can’t wait to watch it
Best beginner video out there! Does anyone know what kind of material I should use if I'm trying to make a design that will go on glass?
Hi thank you so much! If you want a removable material I would use temporary adhesive vinyl... for permanent projects on glass, permanent adhesive vinyl.
Which machine would you suggest for beginners ? I mainly want to print decals and stickers for mugs, labels etc.
Hi! The Explore Air would do those jobs and costs a little less than Maker. If you think you might expand into different crafts later then the Maker would be good for that.
Is that transfer paper that you put over the stencil cut out?
Need to know how to do it from my Samsung phone.. I already downloaded the design space for my explore2
Hi! You will need to connect via Bluetooth to your Cricut machine. If your Explore air 2 is not showing up on your phone then you may need to get a Bluetooth adapter for your machine to connect. Hope that helps!
@@AppalachianHomeCo Thank you so much. Ill try
can you use a samsung tablet for the cricut maker
Hi I haven’t used a Samsung but I would say you can, since Android phones do work with the program.👍🏻👍🏻
I make a lot of wooden products and I believe I’m going to use vinyl which cricket printer do you recommend I should get specifically for vinyl to apply on wood?
Hi. Have used both the Explore Air 2 and the Maker. The Explore Air works great for just vinyl projects.👍🏻
I want to purchase a Circut Explorer and begin a t-shirt business, but I don’t know what to do if my project requires two-three different htv. Do I erase it in the design space studio? Or is there another way? Also is there any websites that you recommend to download designs? Please help me !
Hi! I like Etsy for svgs and designs. Creative Market is great also. You can change the color of your designs on Design space for different materials. Then you can change the material setting before each mat you cut. Then you can cut different materials at once. Hope that makes sense!
Will the Cricut cut Plasticard (i.e. styrene), and if so up to what thickness.
Hi I have tried 6mil mylar plastic sheets with the deep cut blade set to the highest pressure setting at 3x cut. Hope that helps!
@@AppalachianHomeCo Thank you.
Excellent explanation!
Thanks so much!!😊
This is a good video Until towards the end, I'm still confused on when and how to use transfer tape. I'm assuming that's what it was at the end that you were using, but I'm still trying to find video tutorials on that. Thanks again
Hi! Transfer tape is placed over the decal after cutting and weeding. It helps to keep the cut out parts together when transferring onto your material or surface.
Thank you for your videos! I need your help!!! I am a beginner and having trouble removing the my decals especially when I am using "glittery vinyl", at 1st I thought it was the transfer tape I was using but I switched and I am still having the same problem. No matter what I am making it will not peel off completely. TIA
Hi! So glad you enjoy my videos! Do you mean the transfer tape won’t peel off completely?
Do you have to have a printer in order to use the cricket 2
Hi. You only need a printer if you plan to use print then cut.
I'm new here. I need the foot pedal and the mats for the Cricut. I have it for years now. Please, is there a store where I can buy
Hi! I don’t know anything about the foot pedal, my machine does not have one. But the mats you can get at Walmart, Hobby Lobby (US) and Amazon sells them as well.👍🏻
What are the differences/ different uses between all the circut machines?
Do the tools come with the cricket
Hi I think I got the squeegee and weeding tool seperate.
Can the cricket cut through leather
Hi yes it can...I have a video on cutting leather. I will be doing some more leather videos as well, too.