11 Cricut Mistakes You’re Probably Making

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  • @lindablasingame2438
    @lindablasingame2438 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Best video I have seen!! Better than Cricuts! I'm a 70 yr old Great Grandmother and trying to learn. Having even attempted to use yet🙄 Thanku❤

  • @carolhess3781
    @carolhess3781 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I have watched lots of videos and never thought I have seen where you burnish the design on the mat before weeding it. I hope that will be a great time saver, thank you for all the tips.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It does help so much!! It saves a lot of time while weeding!! You're so welcome, Carol!

  • @Ny2SCandback
    @Ny2SCandback 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I am a Cricut newbie. This is so informative. You have given me a great place to start and huge no-no’s that I would have made. Thank you.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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    • @wilstarkey4418
      @wilstarkey4418 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so right

    • @DeliciaWanderer
      @DeliciaWanderer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lujo

  • @sandrasteverson7531
    @sandrasteverson7531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much for your talent and sharing your knowledge. I am 70 years old, have had a cricut for some time now and totally overwhelmed. This was so much help God bless you.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful!🙂

  • @partiallycrunchyfullysaved
    @partiallycrunchyfullysaved 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I just received my cricut explore air 2 for Christmas and I'm currently binge watching before I unbox it. Lol Your channel is great!! Thank you

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      What a smart move watching videos and gaining information before you unbox it!! The more prepared you are the less overwhelmed you'll be when you open it! :)

    • @porchgal2733
      @porchgal2733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You and me both... Lol

  • @cheergirl245
    @cheergirl245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Brand new to cricut. I watched a few different videos from other channels and thought I knew what I was doing. I’ve done 2 projects so far both of which had mistakes. After watching this video I realized I’ve made about 90% of those common mistakes. Excited to try again now that I have a better understanding.

  • @terryleblanc7698
    @terryleblanc7698 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Of all the tutorial videos I’ve watched, Makers Gotta Learn has been the easiest to understand and follow. I can’t wait to watch more

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww, that's so sweet of you to say! Thank you!

  • @nenealldayday8733
    @nenealldayday8733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Tip!! Only iron on vinyl needs to be mirrored 🤦‍♀️ learned that the hard way lol
    Love your channel ❤

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      definitely! Thank you!

    • @angelashaw8255
      @angelashaw8255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ve messed up a few sheets not knowing again thank you

    • @xtina22e
      @xtina22e 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      And don't forget to put iron on shiny side down... Wasted an entire 12×12 sheet last night, and I KNOW better! 😂🤣🤦

  • @ruthhyster5807
    @ruthhyster5807 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I never thought of weeding from off the mat. I will do that from now on. Thank you.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yay!! So glad we could help you. Weeding on the mat is a true game changer!

  • @teonykkiastarr5099
    @teonykkiastarr5099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have been stuck for days trying to find the right cursive font for my wedding thank you cards! This kern trick is all I need! Thank You

  • @CarlaHMaryKay
    @CarlaHMaryKay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    I’m a pharmacist. Bottles of alcohol are still hard to get but we have plenty of alcohol swabs. I box of 100 is usually just a couple of dollars. One swab will easily clean a cup.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Great tip! Thank you!

    • @21worldview
      @21worldview 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes! That's what I've been using. Cheaper and available.

    • @trevahillyard2307
      @trevahillyard2307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOVE this tip, thanks

    • @RachelSzmed
      @RachelSzmed 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes! I have a box in my craft room. No spills!

    • @MsNailgun
      @MsNailgun 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The dollar tree has them for a buck a box. I buy a few boxes here and there to stay stocked up.

  • @PrinceCharmThings
    @PrinceCharmThings 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    When I clicked on this video, I thought for sure there would only be one or two of the 11 that I might be doing wrong. I was amazed at how good the tips were and how many of them I was doing wrong! I have had my Cricut for over a year and use it fairly often. I was very pleasantly surprised! We all have room to learn! Thank you!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh wow! Thank you so much for sharing that, Miss Kathy!! So glad this video helped you out, dear! :)

  • @ashleytoth8503
    @ashleytoth8503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Brand new to cricut: never knew to weld & never knew to move cursive up together!! 😱😱

  • @lindaharrington3341
    @lindaharrington3341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I was ready to unload my machine. I’ve had it since Christmas and haven’t made a thing except an expensive mess. This video is so helpful. Going to give it another try. Thank you for this great lesson.

  • @cleargreenfire1
    @cleargreenfire1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Using the shape in design space just saved me from ruining a project. Thank you!

  • @Joanne-yl2sx
    @Joanne-yl2sx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Ah ha, I need to get a purple mat 😂. No wonder why I had issues with my glitter 😬. Thank you for explaining 👍😊

  • @margiewelch2068
    @margiewelch2068 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Been cricuting for 10 years. Love the advice for weeding on the mat, the reminder of what needs to be cut on each mat, and changing the pressure! I kearn my fonts but the way you did it was far easier! Bravo and thanks!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww, I'm so glad you enjoyed this, Sweet Margie! Thank you for your kind words!

  • @marylackey868
    @marylackey868 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Weeding off the matt is what I always thought how it was done, simply from watching several videos. So thank you definitely gonna write down that tip!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much!

    • @bscdesigns37745
      @bscdesigns37745 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How do you keep to clean when weeding i get fuzz balls and glitter all over it...I tried cleaning with la and took all stick off completely

  • @SouthCakalacky
    @SouthCakalacky ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! I just got my cricut yesterday and I wish I would have come across your video before I started using it today. You covered at least 3 things that I know now that I did wrong.

  • @barbaraf6226
    @barbaraf6226 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rachel, thank you so much for a great video. It was so refreshing...no silliness...no salesmanship, just direct, to the point, and very informative about using the Cricut. Thank you!

  • @angelinavazquez2374
    @angelinavazquez2374 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am a brand new user, and I've been messing around for about a week, however this video was a total game changer for me. I cannot WAIT to watch more. Your amazing!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aww! Glad it helped! You're so sweet! Thank you!!

  • @Tessiefaye
    @Tessiefaye 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you. I've had a Cricut since 2005 and still learn something from these kinds of videos.

  • @gunther13101
    @gunther13101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are a WONDERFUL teacher!!!!! Thank you so much!!!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww, that means so much!!! Thank you for your kind words!!!

  • @bgvarra1
    @bgvarra1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got my cricut and I didn't use it yet because I want to watch as much videos to avoid mistakes! Thank you so much for this!

  • @tammykramer1334
    @tammykramer1334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Some great suggestions & tips, especially regarding the blade housing needing to be in correct position. And you've made me a convert to cutting on my mat ! That made so much sense, thank you.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful! Thank you for your comment!!

    • @debspickler3753
      @debspickler3753 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too! They never told us to cut on the mat ..... Thank you so much!

  • @marygerringer7395
    @marygerringer7395 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I loved the kerning and welding tip. I couldn't figure out why the way that I created it, wasn't the way it was cutting. 💜

  • @derrelynweeks1532
    @derrelynweeks1532 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m a beginner , but this video has told me what not to do in the future . My favorite was sizing with the shapes. Thank you for showing us these 11 points! I just became a member and I love that too. My only problem I have is that there are so many classes and videos that I can’t get caught up. But I keep trying to get there. Thanks Rachel! ❤

  • @ivybasabe7096
    @ivybasabe7096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best video so far that I saw about activity! Very informative ! Thank you!

  • @Renegram3
    @Renegram3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is my first time watching a video! Wow, what a great teacher you are. Very specific, direct, clear instructions. Thank you so much! Excellent overview.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, sweet Irene!!! Your kind words have made my day! Thank you for watching and commenting on this video. Have a great day!

  • @hairbyjewelsalon1015
    @hairbyjewelsalon1015 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Omg! I thank you for this video! I have been making all of your 11 mistakes and more... I haven’t been able to complete not one project and I almost gave up... thanks 😊

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh goodness! Well you're very welcome! We have a new course free to all yearly members that is designed to teach beginners how to use your Cricut. From opening your Cricut, to terminology you need to know, to the ins and outs of Design Space, to making your first project, we walk you through everything in our 30 Days To Master Your Cricut course. Join our membership and start crafting today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

  • @amieshawilliams
    @amieshawilliams 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am completely STOKED! I have watched many tutorials trying to get to know my Cricket Airr 2 and my Cricket Joy to no avail. This is the first one that has made me feel competent. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

  • @mels6208
    @mels6208 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a new Cricut user here! I loved all of these tips, thank you!!

  • @jennifermorris9174
    @jennifermorris9174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great reminders. I didn't know about pushing the blade housing down. Thanks!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay! So glad to have helped you, Miss Jennifer!

  • @jeanneclark7561
    @jeanneclark7561 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for reminding me about all this info! Most of it I've heard from you before... but ALL of it bears repeating because I know I forget some things when I am in the heat of a project! OMG - Like saving!!! SAVE your work! It doesn't hurt for the experienced to watch this for GREAT TIPS of the TRADE!Thank you so much for your time Rachel!! ... OH and I always like to watch the kerning... it's an art. THANK YOU!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you SO MUCH for your kind words!! We appreciate you so much!!!

  • @Rachy71
    @Rachy71 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The use of the arrows to move the letters I'd never thought of before. This will help with the letters staying lined up.

  • @BrantleyLyerly
    @BrantleyLyerly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New cricut owner, so very helpful! Thanks!

  • @joterry7928
    @joterry7928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You're a great teacher, Rachel! ❤💟💖💞💗

  • @tashatillman2898
    @tashatillman2898 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You are the BOMB! I just opened my Cricut this week to start making projects.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay!! So glad to hear it!! Thank you very much!

  • @laurieherndon251
    @laurieherndon251 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the best video I have watched. I have made many of these mistakes and have been frustrated. Total game changer. Thank you thank you thank you!!!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so sweet!! I'm so glad this helped you!!

  • @desgoldhawk3886
    @desgoldhawk3886 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video, especially the section about kerning, its been so helpful.

  • @saraparis8634
    @saraparis8634 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Okay, I love listening to you and Tanner talk...I’m originally from Bristol, TN, so right up the way from you guys! Makes me homesick! ♥️

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww, well hello Sara!! You're so sweet!!

    • @oscargoldfield1593
      @oscargoldfield1593 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for answering my question. I'm new here and couldn't place the accent. Thanks! Marti- N. Ga

  • @21worldview
    @21worldview 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you! I've got two Strong Grip mats that I've never used and I've cut a bunch of glitter vinyl. And heavy glitter paper that would've been so much easier to keep on the mat.
    And the keyboard tip for kerning! Love you for that!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! So glad this has helped you!

  • @MsFrances06
    @MsFrances06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you. I am a new cricut user and I am so overwhelmed with this machine. I learned something new today and I am so excited. Thanks for the information.

  • @ecbrent2
    @ecbrent2 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This one video helped me more than all the videos I've watched on Cricut combined! Thank you!!

  • @karenwidaman9860
    @karenwidaman9860 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I just rcv’d my Explore Air II yesterday. I have had an older Cricut for many years but this one s intimating. I am so thankful that I saw this video. I am a subscriber now. ❤️

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yay, welcome!! We have a new course free to all yearly members that is designed to teach beginners how to use your Cricut. From opening your Cricut, to terminology you need to know, to the ins and outs of Design Space, to making your first project, we walk you through everything in our 30 Days To Master Your Cricut course. Join today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

  • @StashandNotions
    @StashandNotions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    If you have contacts at Cricut, could you suggest a future update to Design Space to allow fonts to kern automatically as other software can? That would be a game changer! 🇦🇺

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      We would love that too, but unfortunately I don't think that's possible. As only some fonts need to be kerned.

    • @mclark2288
      @mclark2288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Silhouette can "weld" letters together, so I don't see why a cricut couldn't do that. It is so much easier than moving each letter individually. I just ordered a cricut, and I'm very disappointed to learn cricut doesn't have that option.

    • @oscargoldfield1593
      @oscargoldfield1593 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm getting a Cricut for Christmas, so I'm trying to learn a few things. When I saw that you had to move each letter, I was surprised! That just seems like a ridiculous step that must be made. For $500 I would expect the letters to all weld with the push of a button. Geez. Great suggestion.

    • @ellynbraun7029
      @ellynbraun7029 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Can’t you just decrease the letter space? I know some things are different from computer vs mobile, but that’s what I do

    • @StashandNotions
      @StashandNotions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@ellynbraun7029 you can, but it’s lazy programming when the software doesn’t do it by default. I now do all but my writing lettering in illustrator because it’s more efficient.

  • @1234heck
    @1234heck 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! I found 3 mistakes that I have been making. Thank you!

  • @downtomarz2343
    @downtomarz2343 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Super helpful! Especially that tip for kerning and welding the letters afterward. Thanks!

  • @jodywilley9936
    @jodywilley9936 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this video! We just bought a Maker and haven't used it yet...this video is going to help prevent us from doing things incorrectly! I really love your content--thank you!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So glad you enjoyed it!!! Congrats on your new machine! Don’t forget to check out Makers Gonna Learn for all of the resources you need to learn and master your new machine, as well as endless inspiration with all of our other resources to keep you crafting. Join our membership and start crafting today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

    • @lisarudd9958
      @lisarudd9958 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So jealous...everywhere is sold out and I have to wait until January. So impatient Lol

  • @patriciakuhn6302
    @patriciakuhn6302 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've had my machine almost a year now & the only thing that I have to check on is my blade in the housing. Thank you so much for this tutorial!! Huge help!! 😃

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oh yay!! So glad you enjoyed this tutorial!

  • @christinetennyson2183
    @christinetennyson2183 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a new Cricut owner, these tips will set me up for success from the beginning! Thank you very much.

  • @widgetsmom1946
    @widgetsmom1946 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a blessing you are!! No more hubby temper tantrums and insisting on doing it his way!!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awe! Thank you for watching!

    • @oscargoldfield1593
      @oscargoldfield1593 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Getting a Cricut for Christmas from my hubby. Note taken: don't let hubby near Cricut. Thank you!

  • @deannpierce6923
    @deannpierce6923 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am getting a cricut for christmas and new to using it. This was very informative . Thanks for sharing this info and all the links.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Congrats on getting your Cricut soon!! Thank you for watching and commenting. Don’t forget to check out Makers Gonna Learn for all of the resources you need to learn and master your new machine, as well as endless inspiration with all of our other resources to keep you crafting. Join our membership and start crafting today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

  • @erika8913
    @erika8913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ty so much for this video!!! Lots of useful tips to be more time efficient !!! ❤️👍👍👍

  • @DebbieBreit
    @DebbieBreit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for this video, I just ordered my Cricut Explorer Air 2, should be in March 19, 2021...After viewing a lot of videos I’m so excited. Thank you again for taking time out to help us newbies💐💕

  • @Annie-io6wc
    @Annie-io6wc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    O.M.G. Probably one of the BEST tutorials I have seen so far. I am a newbie at crafting; have a Joy and became addicted at really small projects so bought an Air 2 - still yet to turn it on. This tutorial was amazing at explaining how to fix most of what was shown. You explain everything so well that even as a newbie, I feel more confident and look forward to plugging in my new Air 2. Thank you so much!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! You're so sweet! Don't forget about our wonderful 30 day Cricut course that allows you to master your Cricut in 30 days or less! This challenge was designed specifically for beginners and you are sure to learn SO much and become confident and well equipped to make so many projects with your machine :) It's free to all yearly members of Makers Gonna Learn. Join today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

  • @omariscolon6947
    @omariscolon6947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love the way you explain!!!! Thank you for the tips!!! I appreciate it!!!

  • @lorettaperry5146
    @lorettaperry5146 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. I’m new and new all the help I can get!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! If you’re looking for more beginner Cricut training we have a new course free to all yearly members that is designed to teach beginners how to use your Cricut. From opening your Cricut, to terminology you need to know, to the ins and outs of Design Space, to making your first project, we walk you through everything in our 30 Days To Master Your Cricut course. Join today for $20 OFF using code “MAKE” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

  • @kimmorgan8602
    @kimmorgan8602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So glad I found an actual learning channel for the Cricut. I can hardly wait to get started learning about and using my machine. Thank you.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome aboard! Congrats on getting the top of the line Cricut! While the machine does not come with any instructions, with a yearly membership from Makers Gonna Learn, you will learn how to master your machine in no time. From opening the Cricut box all the way to creating professional projects, we teach it all in our 30 Days To Master Your Cricut course. Stay inspired with over 6,000 cut files and 500 fonts. We also have a member-only Facebook group that has over 10,000 like-minded Cricut crafters there to answer all of your crafty questions and mingle about fun crafts. With the yearly membership, you will gain all of the education needed to learn your machine, and have access to endless inspiration to make sure you never get bored! We would love to help you master your machine! Join today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

  • @diannakoile392
    @diannakoile392 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm a beginner thanks for the inform. I have learned some new things. This was some great ideals here.

  • @WAlycia
    @WAlycia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you, thank you, thank you! I learned so much tonight.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! Thank YOU for watching and commenting!

  • @luvmywings
    @luvmywings 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Welding! Who would have thought? Thank you for the very informative tutorial. I have the Joy and am working on my first project. This video saved me so much frustration I'm sure.

  • @debbiefaust3798
    @debbiefaust3798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely loved this video! I just got my very first Cricut Explore Air 2 and started playing this week! So glad I found your channel. Thanks so much!

  • @janlindsey8718
    @janlindsey8718 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are an EXCELLENT instructor! I learn something each time I watch you. Thank you!

  • @paulaburnett1019
    @paulaburnett1019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Very informative! I’m getting a Cricut for Christmas and this information will help when I start to use it!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful! Don't forget to check out Makers Gonna Learn for all the education you need to learn your machine! Our membership was designed with beginners in mind! :) Join our membership and start crafting today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

    • @suttoncaperton2188
      @suttoncaperton2188 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MakersGonnaLearn i am to

  • @rachelcorsey9
    @rachelcorsey9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Getting my maker in a few weeks and I am so glad you created this video 🥰

  • @lindabaker4911
    @lindabaker4911 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve had my maker since before Thanksgiving and never used it. I am watch your videos over and over trying to learn before I start. I just don’t want to mess up my maker. I love your instructions you are easy to understand. Thank you for these videos.

  • @Kris14825
    @Kris14825 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So informative.. I actually took one of my mats and cleaned it with a baby wipe while watching the rest of the video and was amazed that it worked and the stickiness returned as well. Mind blown! Thank you for all the tips!

  • @G-grandma_Army
    @G-grandma_Army 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I always kerned one letter at a time and manually! Thanks for the arrow tip!

  • @rachelmercado1750
    @rachelmercado1750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I’m a brand new Cricut user. This is one of the best videos I have watched, thank you. I’m subscribed:)

  • @BeautyGuRew
    @BeautyGuRew 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is so helpful. I just got my machine a few months ago as an early wedding gift. I plan on using the Cricut to make our invitations.

  • @marshabeers4864
    @marshabeers4864 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for showing/telling the difference between welding and attaching when using the font. Loved this video! ❤️

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awe!! We are so glad you loved this video!

  • @sharonbaughman7414
    @sharonbaughman7414 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Loved this video. The last tip was an aha moment!

  • @lori-jocarroll
    @lori-jocarroll 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    All good reminders. Thank You. Especially that Th connection.

  • @darmae51
    @darmae51 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are very informative. I appreciate all your very easy to follow suggestions....Thanks

  • @michellemorgan3778
    @michellemorgan3778 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beginner since Christmas 2020 and I thank you for having this tutorial for beginners. Life changer.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're very welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting! Don't forget about our wonderful 30 day Cricut course that allows you to master your Cricut in 30 days or less! This challenge was designed specifically for beginners and you are sure to learn SO much and become confident and well equipped to make so many projects with your machine :) It's free to all yearly members of Makers Gonna Learn. Join today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

  • @triciatrzemzalski792
    @triciatrzemzalski792 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yay! I must be learning (from watching your videos!), because I knew every one of these! :) I'm only 3 months into a Cricut Newbie. I appreciate your videos SO much!!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh my goodness!!! Great for you to know all of these!! You're amazing! Thank you for your support, Tricia!

  • @bettymccrory2250
    @bettymccrory2250 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just love your explanations of everything so easy to learn from you all :)

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you like them! Thank you for your kind words!

  • @jackeridge8213
    @jackeridge8213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! I certainly learned some really great information today! Thanks and I can't wait to watch the other tutorials. I'm so excited to learn everything about my new Cricut Maker. Thanks Rachel!

  • @kathysharp1735
    @kathysharp1735 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have had my explore air 2 for 2 years. Although I am not making a lot of mistakes you mentioned, I still learned so much from your video!!! I cant wait to watch more from you!!!! Now Im going down to my craft room to practice what I learned today!!!!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear! We love your enthusiasm!!

  • @Happilyeverafteretc
    @Happilyeverafteretc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    At the top of Design Space there's an option for letter spacing... decreasing this will automatically pull your letters together. Much easier kerning!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This is not a solution for all fonts, which is why we don't recommend it all the time because 9 out of 10 times you will still have to ungroup and manually kern :)

  • @stephaniedavis5773
    @stephaniedavis5773 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I wouldn't say all of these are mistakes, but more about preference. I have always used my light blue mats the most, even for vinyl and HTV because thats what I prefer. The green is ok but a little more sticky than I prefer. I also hate weeding from my mat.

    • @heathergallant2361
      @heathergallant2361 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you! I was feeling like I've been pretty successful with the blue mats and weeding on my craft table. I was worried I was a total fraud!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So glad you found things that work for you!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Feel free to do whatever works for you! :)

    • @webwarren
      @webwarren 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      FWIW, I need to use my blue mats on vinyl a LOT until they become unsticky enough to not cause my papers and cardstocks to stick to the mat and disintegrate when I try to remove them from the mat.

    • @heathergallant2361
      @heathergallant2361 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@webwarren same!

  • @noraconnelly2584
    @noraconnelly2584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You absolutely ROCK! THANK YOU SO MUCH for taking the time to share this information with us! Especially newbies like me. Best cricut video ever!❤🤗😉👍

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aww you're so sweet! So glad this was helpful for you!!

  • @azmad68
    @azmad68 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Learned so much from this 1 video! Glad I found you! I have had my Cricut explore air 2 for about 2 years without using because I just didnt know how or where to start. I was really intimidated! Thank you for giving me a push!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful! Don't forget about our wonderful 30 day Cricut course that allows you to master your Cricut in 30 days or less! This challenge was designed specifically for beginners and you are sure to learn SO much and become confident and well equipped to make so many projects with your machine :) It's free to all yearly members of Makers Gonna Learn. Join today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

  • @faithfulimagination226
    @faithfulimagination226 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was so good! Thank you!

  • @trevahillyard2307
    @trevahillyard2307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The tip about weeding “on” the mat changed my whole weeding experience. I hated weeding before but now it’s a breeze

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right?!?! We're so glad to have helped you with that! We love weeding on the mat!

  • @pklaus547
    @pklaus547 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have watch a lot of videos since buying my Cricut Joy last week and your is BY FAR the most informative and helpful! I have to search out direct Joy related videos of your now! Thank You!!!!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! I'm so glad you are enjoying the videos! Thank you!

  • @kehindeigalawuye2931
    @kehindeigalawuye2931 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The cursive font one and the shape one 👌 I needed those especially. Am grateful. Thank you 😊

  • @maryvega1673
    @maryvega1673 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love, love your tips. The circle around text n curning was just fab. Thanks

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting!

  • @MrsCoffee1
    @MrsCoffee1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    These are excellent tips and Being a Newbie these are really Helpful, Question when you talk about measuring How would I do that with an acrylic cup? Do I measure fully around? I've been trying to do a full wrap but can't get it just right.

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great question! For sizing vinyl on cups, we recommend sizing them around 3". When sizing them, if you go too large your design will look warped if the decal wraps too far around the cup.

    • @bscdesigns37745
      @bscdesigns37745 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use a cloth measure tape to see how big I want my work area

  • @CrochetDHD
    @CrochetDHD 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I haven't even gotten my Cricut out of the box yet. I felt like I needed to know what not to do before I even started. Thank you!

  • @OkieAngel
    @OkieAngel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This channel is gonna be a lifesaver for me! I'm waiting on my 1sr cricut to come and I have no idea how to use one so I'll def be watching ur videos quite often...tysm!!!!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh my goodness! Yay! Congrats on getting your Cricut! While the machine does not come with any instructions, with a yearly membership from Makers Gonna Learn, you will learn how to master your machine in no time. From opening the Cricut box all the way to creating professional projects, we teach it all in our 30 Days To Master Your Cricut course. Stay inspired with over 6,000 cut files and 500 fonts. We also have a member-only Facebook group that has over 10,000 like-minded Cricut crafters there to answer all of your crafty questions and mingle about fun crafts. With the yearly membership, you will gain all of the education needed to learn your machine, and have access to endless inspiration to make sure you never get bored! We would love to help you master your machine! Join today for our BEST DEAL of the year at $40 OFF grandfathered in using code “BEST” at checkout!: bit.ly/mgl-join

  • @glenysspropes4655
    @glenysspropes4655 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Here's a funny. I made a sign with a cursive font. Way before I watch this video. Today I'm putting my vinyl on to the wood to hang the sign up and I realized I didn't pull the letters close to each other like this video shows us. You would laugh if you saw the end result. So I am redoing it to make it correct. Learning a lot from your videos will sign become a member soon!

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      SO glad you caught this in time to have a gorgeous project YAY!!!

  • @gembets
    @gembets 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lol thankyou corona made me laugh so hard it’s true I’m having trouble finding any

  • @colettemcdermott1026
    @colettemcdermott1026 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Rachel, I am abrand new Cricut Maker 3 owner. I really appreciate this video. It provides information that a beginner really needs. Thank you for this information, habits I don't need to learn. Thanks again, Colette

  • @wyml2121
    @wyml2121 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you for all your tips/tricks. the way you explain everything is so easy/simple. I have been working with my cricut for almost a year and you guys have been so helpful! Thank you :)

  • @melodyhamilton2484
    @melodyhamilton2484 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    when you pushed the blade housing down, I was genuinely shocked, I didn't even think this was a thing lol

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right?!?! Something not a lot of people think about!

  • @trevahillyard2307
    @trevahillyard2307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    😳, ok, the tip about using the keyboard arrow keys was AMAZING. I’ve been manually moving each letter over, which messes up the alignment. Thank You

    • @MakersGonnaLearn
      @MakersGonnaLearn  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it helped! Thank you for watching and commenting!

  • @TheSunlitLeaf
    @TheSunlitLeaf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my goodness, I didn't even know kerning was a thing! Thank you so much!