Advice for New Cricut Crafters
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 มิ.ย. 2024
- Advice for New Cricut Crafters
Hello everyone!
It's time for me to address a few things that new crafters should be made aware of. Although, it is going to sound harsh, trust me I am coming from a place of love and doing my best to share with you in a way that is helps you on your crafting journey.
Although the title says Advice for New Cricut Crafters, this really applies to crafters in any area: Cricut, Laser Engraving, Embroidery, DTF, DTG, Sublimation, etc. I often find it necessary to share advice like this and while some may not like it, there will be others who will connect with it immediately.
Hopefully it will help you on your journey.
If so, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to my channel.
Thanks for watching,
Bye
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I am mentally applauding you. This is literally everything I’m constantly thinking when I see these things over and over. I am amazed how often people just buy stuff and haven’t done any research too. These things are big purchases and they just buy then start asking stuff they should’ve found out if they’d actually researched the product they were buying before parting with money
Thank you!
Omgosh!!!! Thank you!!! You are spot on with everything you said!!! Love the honesty and you will definitely not lose me!!!❤️❤️❤️
Thank you ❤️
I believe you said what needed to be said. Also please read all the comments before asking the same thing that was already answered. Nobody should have to answer the same question over and over again. Thank you Delonda I appreciate all you do and the time and effort you put into these videos. Most all of the wonderful attitude you have.
Thank you ❤️
Agreed!
Thanks for the nuggets! I’m guilty of #10. I have also went and purchased items I already had because of my discombobulated craft space. The SPELLING has me clutching my pearls often as an educator!!!
I love your transparency and realness but most importantly your heart for helping others. There’s not many people out there that will share their knowledge and experience without being paid. I appreciate you ❤
Thank you so much!
I spelled my name wrong before 😂😂😂😂
From a recently retired educator to another former teacher, this is exactly what we work on with students. It is so easy to ask for an answer, but learning how to FIND the answer for oneself is far more beneficial. Oh, as a lifelong crafter, I always have projects I don’t finish, but I generally go back to them later! I thoroughly enjoy your videos which demonstrate your fantastic teaching skills. A+ to you!
My oh my! Yes!! I always search and search before I even ask!! Unless I hit a dead end from MULTIPLE searches on TH-cam and Google, then I get desperate and ask! 😅
I was a teacher too! And this is one skill we taught ALWAYS!!! 😂😂
Thank you so much!
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That’s why I don’t sell anything, I love being a student of the crafting world. I’m extremely tech savvy and I love all things electronic, however, it kills me when folks forget how printers work and don’t know what size paper it uses. But I love answering a lot of the questions too. So it’s bittersweet for me. But everything you said was straight facts!
Thank you so much!
I agree with almost everything.. BUT I see nothing wrong with asking for help or advise. Google doesn't answer everything amd there is nothing better than experience
Thank you for sharing.
Agree but its easy to ask vs taking the time to research. Half the stuff some ppl ask that Ive seen (in many FB groups) can easly be put in YT search bar.
#10 is definitely a big one for me. I will buy items because they are on sale with the intention of completing a project, but then I see something else I want to make.
Thanks for the advice. I appreciate you being honest with us and wanting to see us succeed in a positive manner. You are truly an ordained teacher 😊
Thank you ❤️
Well spoken. You said everything with love. The feedback is very helpful and valuable. Thank you.
Thank you very much!
During lockdown here in the UK I had to go into the “shielding” mode, see no one, go nowhere etc etc and I fell into the “must try ALL the crafts” rabbithole. Everything you said had me nodding my head. My absolute bugbear is seeing posts in FB groups like “I’ve just got an order for 50 t shirts, how do I do them?” I want to stamp my feet and say if you have to ask how to do a t shirt, why on earth are you taking orders? Just why? Now I’m off to finish some unfinished items, I’ll be good 🤣
I promise I will never understand it. Thank you ❤️
Yes! It drives me mad too. And asking general “where can I buy xyz?” It takes restraint from me to not to message try google 😂
Great advice! My favorite “Stop” is number 10. I go through phases of all sorts of crafts from making desserts for special occasions like a wedding cakes to resin to lasers to 3d printing to vinyl to screen printing all in the same week😮 When I plan and make a to do list, my projects turn out so much better and it keeps the gray out of my hair. Trello is a great online project tool. Not only does it help me stay on task it also (for me) stores past projects making it an “archive “ Thanks again for keeping it real. Happy crafting
Thank you ❤️
Never heard of Trello. I'm going to look it up.
I love it!! I see people asking for stuff all the time that I don't understand how are you doing a craft and you don't know how to do basic stuff.... your phone is a computer... research!!.
Great job!!!!
Thank you!!!
Thank you!
I agree with everything you said. Lawd knows I wish you had done this earlier, would have saved me a small fortune. I now purchase what I need and what I need only, finish projects and relax. Thanks for doing what you do ma’am.
Thank you very much!
Thank you, Delonda. 1-10 definitely needed to be said and you truly said it in love. ❤
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Amen...always appreciate your honest opinion and willingness to say what others would dare to say. I found myself at the end, Definitely got to stop dabbing into soo many crafts. I'm sure my wallet would agree. Love watching and learning from you.
Thank you ❤️
I apologize I don't feel as if we ask someone about a font, we just like it, it doesn't necessarily say we are going to duplicate. The rest of your facts are spot on.
I just go online and find them or something similar.
Thanks for sharing.
I agree with you. I have a friend that is constantly asking me to make things or show her how to make things with my Cricut. When I tell her how much I charge she gets quiet. She is has a business and she wants to get paid for her services and so do I, I think she feels because we are friends she thinks I should do things for her for free. I don't feel that I should just give away the knowledge that I have researched and spent countless hours on trial and error to learn.
Thank you ❤️
So I just bought a Cricut Maker two days ago and I don't find anything you said as offensive, actually i find it the opposite, EXTREMELY helpful!! Thank you soo much for this. I am now subscribing to you. I found all 10 helpful especially the craft journal
Thank you ❤️
Here is my tutorial on how to make a craft journal th-cam.com/video/Dcm-z4dD7eM/w-d-xo.html
Your comments are right on the money! Every one of the points you made are so important for each of us to take to heart. Thank you ! Your videos are great!!
You are so welcome!
“If you feel like this video is directed at you then it probably is.”
WoW just wow.
I never read comments on videos ever.
I did on this video for the first time ever & wow.
I’m blown away.
You always stay polite & respectful to everyone. Much Respect.
Prayers for you & your channel.
May you continue to prosper & shine.
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Nicely put. I have been guilty of several of your top 10 things to stop doing. It makes such a difference when I do the research and learn from my own experiences. It may take me HOURS to learn it but I am getting it done one lesson at a time. Thanks for your honesty. You still have my vote. ❤
Thank you so much ❤️
Learning to craft different things, not just shirts, is what I enjoy doing it's my way of leaving my stress at the door for at least for a few hours. What I make becomes gifts for birthdays or christmas. I do use Google a lot if I get stuck and your videos come up. That's how I found your channel.
Love that!
Oh yes Delonda when I first started sublimation there were not all these craft groups I had to research and google information on my own. I find some people starting out don’t do this or the same questions are being asked that could have been googled. I’m glad for your video. Thank you.
Thank you so much!
Thank you for this!!! Not only is it spot on BUT these new crafters are trying to do everything without a clue in the world!!
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I appreciate it.
I'm new to the crafting world, and I have me searching and researching various channels although it can be overwhelming but I find it refreshing to see what others have to say or do, that way I can choose the best teacher. I taught myself how to crochet the same way. I appreciate your honesty.
Thank you ❤️
THANK YOU so much for this! You are saying what so many of us are thinking, and doing it in the nicest way possible. Love you!
Thank you ❤️
Much love to you too.
Hi Delonda! You were on point with all 10 points! Thank you for your honesty!❤
Thank you
There are some famous influencer/crafters out there who do all things but have not mastered any of them. They are the once’s featured at Decco summits and shows like that. They focus on pushing product so much they cant really focus on one or two crafting skills. I appreciate you because when you show us who is sponsoring you or new things you are using, you still show you are a pro at all that you do. Thanks for that!!!
Thank you ❤️
❤I love your honesty and style!! You do amazing crafts and are a humble, caring teacher. This is a great advice video. Thankful for your courage. Blessings to you!
You are so welcome!
GREAT advice! I will say on occasions #10 is me, I just started something because I thought I had all the materials, but realized I didn't when I got to the end, and I switched to a different project. I Need to start laying out everything before I start. 💜
Having a craft journal has saved me time and money.
Everything is a “phase”. 3 years ago everyone was jumping on the resin glitter tumblers. Then it went to cricut infusion now it’s sublimation. It will pass. People think it’s a quick. Buck to make stuff do it. Few times then get order for the whole football team and have no clue what they are into, how to price it including g their time. Not to mention the biggest question I see is licensing issues . You’re right about selling stuff when they have made 1 thing.
Love your honesty! We all need to hear the truth. All 10 tips are a benefit. For me and should be for all.
Thank you ❤️
Delonda!! Thank you a thousand times over. When I retired from teaching, I purchased a Cricut Maker 3 and 'dabbled' for a while. Everything, yes everything you said was so true! It had gotten to the point of me being hesitant to mention my craft! I enjoy being a 'Cricuter' and try to direct people who ask to websites like yours. Thanks for adding power to my arsenal. Keep up the great work!🎉
Thank you! I appreciate that.
7) Comparison is the thief of joy. Loved this, needed to hear it!
Thank you
Your talk is real!! You are real! I love how you are so true with us. Delonda don’t ever change. I’ve only been following you for about 3 months now and that’s only because I just started using the Cricut and bought it because of you. You are a God send to us. You let the Lord use you to speak the truth in Love and your talk did not offend me at all. I feel that it helped more than anything❤️🙏🏽 I truly APPRECIATE YOU May God bless you and your beautiful family. You are so AMAZING 🙏🏽 So don’t wor bout it lol in DELONDA’s voice. I love your energy🌹🙌🏽
Thank you very much 😊
Everything needed to be said. You did it with such grace . I love your channel. I have a journal
And use it for all
My different crafts. Thanks Delonda for all you do! ❤
You couldn’t have said it better. 100% Facts!!!!!!!
Thank you so much ❤️
Gurl!(Girl)❤❤❤❤You have said everything I’ve have been thinking when each of those situations have come up in a post. However, I am obedient and I just keep scrolling. I feel like you took the weight off my chest by speaking on it. Thank you so much for being honest and straightforward. You are definitely my person!
Thank you so much. I appreciate that.
WELL SAID!!! I sit here and think and sometimes say out loud the things you have said on this video!!! I applaud you!! some one had to go there!!
Thank you ❤️
Yes 👏
DeLonda, I totally agree with you. Crafting done well requires practice, practice, practice. You must do your research. The reason why I love you is you tell the truth about everything. Thanks for being honest and caring.
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Thank you!! This was very helpful. I'm just starting, like literally yesterday and doing research and started following you. This is my 3rd video by you today! LOVE LOVE your honesty!
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Thank you! This really needed to be said. I appreciate your candor.
You are so welcome
Oh my gosh...
I loved this! 🎉
I also liked the statement you said in #7, "Comparison is the thief of joy.", how true is that on so many levels(not just crafting).
👍 Thanks Delonda for putting this out there. 😊
It's hard to help someone who has rushed into sublimation because there is just so much that.goes into it.
Amen to the truth...all valid points 💯....OAN your skin is flawless 🥰. Love your transparency and honesty - don't change ❤
Thank you ❤️
Thanks for Sharing, it's all Love , Appreciate you 💙💙
You are so welcome
🎉 It needed to be said and you sure did! 🎉 Wonderful advice and well said. New crafter here, and I spend hours researching to try to get things right. Thank you for this awesome video. 🫶🏼👏🏽
You go girl!! My favorite - "Comparison is the Thief of Joy" -- so true. Love, love, love your channel and the honesty with which you present yourself and your hard-earned content. Bravo!!❣❣❣
Thank you ❤️
Thanks for those pearls of wisdom. I have definitely started projects that I have not finished. I could have 2-3 at a time. But I know at some point I will complete them. 🌸
So well said!!!!!!! This video should be used thru out the crafting world!
Hi Delonda .l agree 100% with you and all that you shared with us ,and it's all for our own good.Thank you for being honest with us ,and I hope that people will understand clearly and appreciate what you are doing for each and evryone of us . I am also guilty of # 10
Thankyou and God Bless you my dear .I appreciate you very much.❤👍
Thank you so much!
Darn it DeLonda.. I have been diving into sublimation 😫😂 but I’ve been researching as I go and trying to figure it out.. I watch content creators to help me learn what I don’t know… I appreciate ya!
🤣🤣🤣 I'm not saying don't ask questions. I'm saying don't go make a big purchase and then start asking questions. With sublimation, there are so many things to consider. Ink, paper, supplies, software, hardware and sometimes people jump in because they are trying to keep up with others. It can get very frustrating very quickly.
@@CraftingwithDelonda a few days ago I was thinking I need to buy a sublimation printer 🫣🫣😂but as I learned in one of your videos- I had no idea that sublimation only works on polyester 😫… needless to say, I won’t make this big purchase and clearly I have some more research and learning to do!! Welp, I’m off to go binge watch your videos!! 😂🫶🏻💕
Girl, you just gained a new subscriber. I love your ten pieces of advice(ALL OF THEM). You said what needed to be said and I definitely hate to see a tshirt where the design is too too big. I'm glad you said that and the misspelling of words is definitely a pet peeve of mine (not mines) as well..Well done. And you are so beautiful my girl. Keep on shining and do the work has called you to do. Many may take offense to it, but you have just ministered the truth in love.
I rarely leave any comments on my favorite channels, but THIS VIDEO IS ON POINT. Thank you Delonda!
Thank you so much ❤️
Great advice and a Big Thank You for always teaching us the right way in things😊
This made me feel better about not selling my work because I know I’m not ready. I’ve been giving away my practice tumblers. I’m just learning embroidery n sewing. Everything you addressed was on point.
Thank you for sharing.
I love everything you spoke on.
I was once a person who would jump all over the place with crafting.
But I've learned to make a notebook for projects I want to do and stick with it until it's done.
That notebook is a game changer.
I agree with all numbers. I often overshare my hardwork.
It's hard to stop once you start.
Thank you, Delonda.I am only on #6 and I already love this. There is a wealth of knowledge here...and all over YT...and it is extremely frustrating sifting through comments like the ones you mentioned in order to get to what I need. That's time I could have been hands on putting into practice what I am learning 😊
I appreciate that.
I do agree on much of what you’ve said. Thanks for sharing ❤
Thanks for watching!
Thank you! All good advice/tips😊
Hi Delonda. I enjoyed your chitchat and thank you for always being transparent with us. I would have to say # 10 for me.🙏🏽🙃
Thanks for sharing!!
One of the best instructional videos I have seen. All these things needed to be said. Thank you!
Thank you ❤️
thank you for all what you have said it is good teaching and with a lot of love and encouragement
You are so welcome
Delonda, thank you this is much needed and I appreciate you and the Helpful Nuggets
Thank you so much ❤️
Thank you for this. It is coming from love. So agreed on what is said.
Thank you very much!
Thank you for the love. I have been guilty of #8 and #10. Your on point with all of these.
You are so welcome
Make so much sense to me to research, finish what you started and not to look for the short cut way for you not to get your own information! That was just wonderful information you shared with me and for the one who like real help.❤❤❤❤
Thank you
Ooo! You got me with number 10!😂😂😂 I can’t tell you how many half-started projects I have in my craft room! I’m one of those “Oh look a bird!” type people! I’m in the middle of 3 projects now and took a pause to reset my brain! 😂😂😂
I just bought clipboards to help me keep a visual on what I’m working on and eventually I’ll get to my box of projects. (I literally have a box!). 😂
I used to be the same way. I would start, stop, start, stop and then I realized how much time and money I was wasted. The craft journal was a game changer for me.
Say on, Sis!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾
Thank you ❤️
Great advice .. I started my crafting journey watching a handful of crafting TH-cam channels - yours included...along with my own research. Your recommendations on materials, machines, and (most importantly) approaches have been super helpful - and I think why I am still having fun on this journey. Please consider this recommended addition to be made in jest-: #11 -STOP giving family members your creations for every holiday gift - they don't want anymore T-shirts, cups or magnets (I am working on aprons for everyone this year)
Thank you ❤️
Thank you so much! Definitely all of your nuggets was on Point and spoken facts. Loved it ❤
Thank you
God bless you ! I adore you and I love your inspiration and have learned so much from you! thank you so much for your support and honesty
Thank you so much!
Thank you for the advice it was very well needed. I especially valued the journal and research advice. 🥰
Thank you
Thank you! So many times I roll my eyes in group comments. You put all those eye rolls into words. 😂
Respect! Miss Delonda ❤
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Love this and I have had people in the past ask me what kind of machinery I used when making my acrylic designs. I don’t make them anymore for jewelry but all the same. Thanks Delonda 😊
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I totally agree with you on all 10 tips🎯 of advice. Can I share this. Oh && I have been guilty of #10. That's why my mission as we speak is to finish what I've started && stop jumping around. Really appreciate you && your time💕
Thank you! I tuned in late so I will be rewatching. I really like your content!
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Amen, sister! Thank you for your boldness!
You are so welcome
Dr. Ford in the house, for real, tonight!😂
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I am fairly new to Cricut but have been slowly learning and enjoying it. I subscribed to your channel a month or so ago and absolutely love your videos. Nothing you said in this video seemed offensive to me. Thank you for all your hard work and sharing. 🥰
I appreciate that so much ❤️
Like always grateful for your input and this advice to crafting
Thank you very much.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. There is nothing wrong with speaking your mind which is completely understandable. Many blessings to you. 👋
Thank you ❤
Miss Delonda, ooh girl, I felt this video in my spirit from the thumbnail and the first 4 seconds of the look on your face. 😅😅 Someone has to say it, and you said it with Grace. Seriousness. And Grace ❤ And yes! The research! I love ADDING to my research, but I’ve already done the majority of the footwork first! 😅
thank you so much
My husband and I are still in the research phase of what to buy and weather to start with vinyl cutting or sublimation and we realize both are a big learning curve so we certainly appreciate all the hard work you and other content creators put into the videos to show how stuff is done. Most of what you said is common courtesy, so any that walk away we will pray for and say it is probably for the best. No one should be asking for free SVG files when there are subscriptions to places like creative fabrica and design bundles where you can get tons of content for 1 subscription fee. We love your personality and will be looking forward to future videos. God Bless You we love you.
Thank you so much ❤️
Much love to you too.
Have you tried Infusible Ink? I suggest starting there because it will help you get the feel of sublimation.
@@CraftingwithDelonda Not as of yet but thank you for the suggestion we may have to check it out.
Thank you Delonda I am guilty of not completing what I have started. I get Distracted easily at times I have to stay focus ❤
You can do it! Thanks for watching.
You must have read my mind! I agree with everything you said and you said it well!
Thank you ❤
I agree with everything that you said you did not say anything wrong I am new to a lot of things that I am going for as building my brand and my business and every word you say is absolutely correct. 💯💯💯💯
Thank you so much!
Thank you!!!! speak the truth. Thank you for your honesty
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HOME RUN! You hit this one out of the ballpark! Great advice!
Thank you
I don’t agreed on all your points but, your opinion is respected. Ty for the knowledge.
Thank you.
Standing ovation for the craft journal!! I use one and it keeps me organized and on task. I like this video. New subscriber!! Ty!
Thank you very much.
Great job on delivering this message.....
Thank you. Great advice I always appreciate everything you share with us.
My concern is that some crafters do not address the safety issues that are necessary for some projects.
That's true. I'm guilty of that myself.
Thanks for sharing and giving good advice! ❤
Thank you so much ❤️
Well put and so nicely said. I love watching your videos and have learned so much from your videos!
I couldn't agree with you more on all your points!
Thank you for this information. It all needed to be reiterated.
Thank you for the advice, the one that I find myself doing is not finishing a project and I'm really trying to change that habit.
You're welcome. I really do feel that having a craft journal changed my habits.
Oh Lord. Tou spoke a word today. Thank you. It was definitely was said in love and facts. Thats why i follow and trust you for your honesty. #2 is exactly what i rold someone yesterday. 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤
*you
I appreciate you for this video, the words of wisdom that I needed to hear I am guilty of not finishing what I started I do that a lot and with those words of encouragement I will do my best to finish all of my projects, thank you so much
Thank you. I really think that getting a craft journal will help.