How I Make Waterproof Stickers
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
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Here's how I make waterproof stickers using my Cricut Explore Air 2! For this method I'll be explaining how I do the Full-Page Cricut hack. This method is great because you can get an entire page of stickers as opposed to just 4 x 6 inches.
⬇️ Written steps are listed below ⬇️
Products used:
✧ PPD Inkjet Glossy Creative Vinyl Stickers LTR 8.5 x 11 4.7mil x 50 Sheets - www.amazon.ca/...
✧ Avery Self-Adhesive Laminating Sheets, 9 x 12 Inches, Box of 50 - www.amazon.ca/...
Products Used:
✧ PPD Inkjet Glossy Creative Vinyl Stickers LTR 8.5 x 11 4.7mil x 50 Sheets - www.amazon.ca/...
✧ Cricut Explore Air 2
Printer(s) :
✧ Canon Pixma Pro-100
✧ Canon ImageClass LPB622 (alternative if you don't want to buy an expensive inkjet printer!)
This is the video where I learned to do the full page hack - • Trick your Cricut to d...
✍️ Here's a written description of my process: ✍️
1. Make an 8.5" x 11" canvas in Photoshop, align your sticker design on the page (I use a dark colour as a layer behind my sticker design so I can easily align them)
2. Create 4 squares - one in each corner of the canvas. Make the square 0.25" x 0.25" in size using the 'Fixed Size' menu drop down
- Fill in the square with white using the paintbucket tool
- Press 'V' to use the move tool, then press Ctrl + A or CMD + A (on mac) to 'Select All' - this allows you to then use the Align tool at the top of the screen.
- Align each square - one to each corner
3. Make sure you do not leave your background colour on. Save your sticker page as a PNG
4. Print your design with the Glossy Photo Paper setting, make sure 'Borderless Print' is NOT selected
5. Using a clear adhesive label, carefully smooth it over the sticker page using a roller or plastic card.
6. You can use Cricut design space to cut out your alignment border for the sticker page. In Cricut Design Space, make an 8.5" x 11" rectangle, align the X + Y to '0'. Use painter's tape to cover your cricut mat. With the 'sticky note' paper setting selected, cut out your rectangle. Now you can put your sticker sheet inside that cut-out area.
7. In the Cricut Design Space, open your saved PNG and select “Complex Design”. Import your design into the workspace, and make sure you re-size it to 8.5 x 11, and have the X + Y axis both at Zero. Now click 'Make It' and select the paper type as “Photo Paper”.
- You can change the blade pressure in the 'Material Settings' - I put it at the max setting for this cut. Also make sure you change the other blade pressure to “MORE”.
8. Load your mat into the Cricut machine and press the load button. Once you are ready to cut, press the cricut button. Your stickers are now being cut!
That's it! If you have any questions, please feel free to leave them in the comments section.
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I have searched for a year how to make stickers on my Cricut and this is the best video I’ve found. I just need to actually learn to design them 😣 lol
Cricut also has stickers in design space you can print and have your cricut machine cut after !!
How are they made Mayne an Ipad
I bought cricut a year ago and have watched all the sticker videos on here I could find. This is hands down the BEST tutorial I've seen. I can't believe you packed so much concise information in under 6 mins! Please make more vids and I love your stickers!!
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you like the video :) I'm happy that so many people are finding it helpful!
Brilliant clear tutorial. Thank you.
Glad you liked it! You are welcome 😊
Think I missed something...does the back just peel off even though it was laminated
Hi Chontese! Yes it does - the reason is because the lamination is self-adhesive laminating sheets, which means they only stick to one side (not all the way around like traditional lamination would). 😊 I hope this answers your question!
@@mooneyesart thank you!!
Hi! Any cricut user here can tell me can we use cricut without home printer? By getting our prints from market then use cricut to only cut it?
Hi Moazzma, it depends on the quality of printer you have - for lower end at-home printers, it's better to have your sticker sheets printed at an actual print shop or Staples. But for higher end at-home printers, or laser printers, you can print on waterproof vinyl no problem. Hope this helps! 😊
Just curious what is the point of painters tape over the whole mat?
Hi Moe, I use the painters tape to block off the other sticky section of the mat (that's not in use) also it helps show me where to place my sticker sheet :)
is the sticker paper itself thick enough? Like manufactured ones? °-°
yes they are very thick and durable! :)
@@mooneyesart cool !thanks for the info °^^
Here's an option that works: peel back and adhere about a 1/4" of the clear sticker along the whole 8.5" edge of the color printout. Now, peel off the rest of the backing away, holding it apart from the color sheet. Feed that small adhered edge into the cold laminator, holding the sticker and printout apart, and let it naturally feed together into the laminator. What comes out is a perfectly applied clear sticker, with no air bubbles. This saves applying/rubbing by hand and rolling by hand, and the end result looks better. This is our method at my print shop.
That's a great idea! I was wondering about a method like this but didn't want to risk ruining my sticker sheet. I will definitely try this next time!
Was going to suggest this too.
Great tip!
@@mooneyesart can it be on video
Can you post a video of this? I don’t fully follow how to do this. I make stickers and the laminate issues are getting costly as I keep messing up.
This is a great tutorial! Couple things that might help….
If your cricut mat has lost its tack, you can wash them with Dawn dish soap, and a sponge. You can also use a repositionable glue to retack after washing if desired, or if you want it stickier.
As for not cutting all the way through, DO NOT UNLOAD after the cut! Instead, immediately press the go button again and it will cut the same pattern in the same place, and voila! You can do this multiple times if you need to!
Thank you for the tips! I have since changed the cut settings to 2x cut and all the stickers come off very easily 😊
I think this method just mildly blew my mind. No 6.25x9.75 box?! Awesome!
HI! i do the same as you. but to save you time on having to hand cut small spots, when you are in the material settings change it to where you have it cut 2x's...it should be the first drop down option within the settings.
That's a great tip! 😊😊
I love this method and bought everything to make my stickers like this however, I encountered a problem 😭 how do you align your sticker page on the mat? I notice you have a border with blue tape to get it aligned the same every time. I put my sticker page to the top left of the mat and everything just cut completely off I would greatly appreciate your help!
Hi Green Grapes! What I do to make the tape border is cut out an 8.5 x 11 inch square in the Cricut app. You'll just need to put a bunch of painters tape on the mat, and then cut out a box from it.
Making a box in the cricut design space is easy - you just need to use the rectangle tool, adjust the size to 8.5 x 11, and align the X and Y axis to '0'. Use the Cut (not print then cut!) method to cut out your alignment box.
Hope this helps!! Let me know if you have any other questions :)
@@mooneyesart Genius! i never understand why they add the red border on the mat.
@@mooneyesart ooh now i understand what the tape it for lol Ty.
This is just the best tutorial out there for stickers
Thank you so much! I'm happy that so many people enjoy this tutorial 😊❤️
@@LuisCasstle hey hey you ahve to show me 😄
I've attempted to make stickers before and always failed~ lol I tried your technique and I'm now finally able to create stickers I can use with my orders as little gifts. ABSOLUTELY the easiest tutorial I've ever seen~ Thank you so much for sharing~
I'm so glad this method worked for you! Happy to help 😊❤️
Procreate users here:yes ok enuugh we know that
Kids:nah draw in paper
Me a teen:use digital
I literally watched the whole thing and have not material 😩😂 not even the actual cricut. Lol you are that good!
Haha thank you very much!! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😊😊
How can I do this without Photoshop? Every video I find has some extra step but they r all these different services... I just has Procreate and the cricut.... (Not paying for design space)
Hi bubbly! You can make a template in Procreate for sure. The only difference is that you will need to make a marking in each corner (you can just use the paint brush at 100% opacity). Basically, the marks in the corner will stop the Cricut Design App (free version, I don't pay for it either!) from incorrectly sizing your template (you will still need to make sure it's 8.5 x 11 inches in the Cricut design app though).
Just make the marks in the corners, make sure your background is transparent, and place your sticker designs on the page (as long as they all have white borders created around them). Then export as a PNG. Will work exactly the same as Photoshop! ☺️
I hope this helps! I go over it in more detail on my blog link - there's a link to it in the description of this video. Let me know if you have any more questions :)
Thank you so much ! I was struggling to know how to make my stickers waterproof ! Thank you so much !!!
You're very welcome! Glad this helped :)
My inject printer just cant take glossy paper because it has a small photo paper slot that is meant for small photos so i cent put anything glossy on the regular slot, i use and Brother Inject printer. Do i need to get special ones from inkjet printer?
Hi there! I'm not quite sure I understand your question - do you mean special paper?
With this method, can I put these stickers on Starbucks cups that can be washed? And it will still last?
Hi CM, yes it can! Just make sure to handwash only - the heat from the dishwasher will melt the adhesives :)
that cricut hack......genius! im gonna try that tomorrow actually
what are your printer settings? I'm trying this method but my alignment is so off helpppp
Hi there! What kind of printer do you have? I'm using the pixma pro-100, and my settings are just to set it on glossy photo paper, and make sure borderless printing is not on (or it will be off when I try to cut it)
I would love to see a bumper sticker video (the sticker in the video is beautiful!).
I use the same clear laminate with waterproof matte paper but water got in after a couple of rains and the ink ran. Do you think the cold laminate can help with that?
Hi Kuulei! I will definitely be making a bumper sticker video soon! For the laminate concern, I think that it may be the matte paper which is the issue (only vinyl paper will work since the paper backing on matte paper will allow water to seep through). I do recommend trying with vinyl first before buying a cold press laminate :) hope this helps!
Awesome the stuff you can make at home, I'd be lost on the first click 🙃
And a kiss from Keanu Reeves lol.😍 Dont like the glasses though lol
Glad you enjoyed the video! And yes I agree but it was the only gif I could find of him that worked for this 😂❤️
I love how you made the stickers out of DS and so you got more out of the material! Well done!
Thank you Mariella! Glad you like the vid 😊
Omg! I love this method as well I hate how the print and cut setting wasted so much material
Great idea to work outside design space! When aligning the printed sticker sheet on the cutting mat are you just aligning to the top left or about 1/4 inch down and over to account for design space's alignment? I thought that might have been what you were doing with the blue masking tape. Thanks!!!
what do the white squares do? also thanks for such a straightforward and quick tutorial! been trying to figure out how to use the cricut without wasting so much paper
They create the Whole cut image to be the size of your sticker paper so that when you line it up on your mat to 0 it matches the placement. If you didn't have those place holders the images would scoot up the page too much and your would not get it aligned correctly.
thank you so much for the tutorial! please make the bummer sticker video too
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I just love it when I come across amazing Canadian channels. These stickers are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your kind comment! I really appreciate it ❤️
I already have waterproof stickers....what I don't know is how to use it and apply to my journal or other stuff?
I usually put my stickers on water bottles and my laptop :)
The circuit hack is annoying bcuz it’s not always precise
Hi Melvin/Josh, I completely understand! It's not the most precise method but it does work for me well. I made a new video recently for cutting issues when using the regular print than cut method. If you need further help with your stickers, let me know!
Best tutorial I’ve seen!!! Wanted to give you a tip for your cricut blade. Take your blade out of your machine and scrape it over a piece of aluminum foil. It will sharpen it like new. Just subscribed 😉.
Thank you Anna - I have tried this method before and it does indeed work! The issue is that these stickers are so thick that a few passes with the machine are needed. 😊
Awesome tutorial! Thank you for not having a long intro and getting straight to the point. Some humble advice; you can set your cricut machine to the “cardstock+” button and it should cut straight through the entire sticker! I’ve used that method for cutting through stickers that I self laminate with clear gloss paper.
Hi Jessica, thanks very much! And I will give that method a try! 😊
HI... DOES CRICUT MACHINE ACCEPTS A4 SIZE PAPER?
Hi there! If you use the full page hack in the video, you can use the entirety of the sheet. Otherwise, you will have a border around the page (if you are using Cricut's Print Then Cut method), which measures approx 9.25 x 6.75 inches. 😊
Thank you for the video, it was so Helpful! Are there other programs like photoshop where I can arrange my stickers to fit on the whole paper? I can't really afford the adobe suite right now :(
Adobe has a monthly subscription for like $20 and you can use all their programs.
What brand of photo paper sitcker you use?
Hi Victoria! I actually went back to using the Photo Paper Direct paper, even though they changed it I still have great quality stickers with them. It's the best paper I've found for the price point.
I'm having issues where even though I have a 8.5x11 'stencil' around my mat and I place my 8.5x11 paper down, the cut isn't cutting around the image. X and Y were 0, layout 8.5x11. Not sure what the issue it. Do you happen to know a fix to this, or if I'm missing something
Hi Kady, could you elaborate a bit more? It's not cutting around the stickers at all?
I'm having this same issue! I'm starting to think it's something wrong with my Cricut. I've watched countless "Full Page Print & Cut" tutorials & no matter how perfect I have the tape and 8.5x11 box on my mat, my cuts are always way off. :(
Hi Yen, it seems like every time Cricut updates their software, it changes the accuracy. Unfortunately the best solution would be to use cricut's built-in print than cut method. If you are still getting inaccurate cuts with print than cut, I made a new video on tips for cutting with glossy paper.
I'm having a problem with circuit not cutting the exact area correctly. Do you have a video for that?
Hi Felicia, I do have a video titled "waterproof sticker issues: solved!" which goes over problems such as cutting with very glossy paper, and what to do if cuts are not accurate. It may help you resolve your issue!
@@mooneyesart thank you for the tip! I will give it a try
I don’t have photoshop, so I’m running into trouble with the boxes for guides and getting things correct. Anyone have workarounds using feee programs that work on Mac?
I created the image sheet using silhouette software and then exported to print.
But dimensions are throwing me way off.
Hi Stacie, I have a blog post on my website going over the steps if you don't have Photoshop (but basically you just need to fill each corner with your paintbrush so the canvas does not change size when you export it to cricut). The link to my post is in the video description if you need further clarification! I recommend Krita for a free program (and I believe it works with Mac as well, if not possibly try Gimp) 😊
Do you have any tips on properly placing your sheet of paper on the mat? I've done the painter's tape trick but for some reason I can't get consistent cuts on my sheets of paper. I've had like one or two batches that have comes out good, but never consistent enough to start printing on sticker paper (thus far I've been testing on regular paper). Lovely video btw!
Hi Lunacias, I've run into an issue when doing multiple runs of the same sticker page, the only solution I've come to so far is to close out of the design after I've cut out the page, and then open it again. Cricut is really finicky but this seems to work for me. However you may want to try recalibrating your machine if they are off by a lot. Moving the sticker page over a little bit before cutting may help with the alignment. I explain this in my latest video - I leave the painter's tape in the same place, but place the sticker page over a really tiny amount (depending on which way the cuts are misaligned) and restart the cutting process. This usually gives me perfect cuts!
I hope you still read! I have used Avery label paper, Cricut sticker paper, and online labels paper all with Avery self laminate and my stickers still bleed! I don’t know what to do, I use photo paper setting on my inkjet, is that too much ink? I hear a lot of people use glossy setting but would that be more ink? I need help haha so frustrating!
great work! Love my laminator, I use it for everything. much love.
Thanks very much! And I totally agree, love my laminator. It's awesome for making bookmarks 💕😊
Hii could i replace the laminating pouches with contscf paper??
Hi Jas, I've tried contact paper before and I've found it doesn't leave the stickers with an even shine, it looks a bit cloudy - so I recommend the adhesive laminate if you can find it!
@@mooneyesart Ohhhh i see appreciate the reply!!
this video is old. now with your experience, do you think is it the best solution for make stickers? sorry for my bad english i'm french
THANK YOU FOR BEING SO STRAIGHT FORWARD!!!
So the tape helps the blade identify the edges. This will save some money. Thanks
I would LOVE to see a bumper sticker video!! Thank you!
Question...Printing is best done in CMYK format, saving to PNG saves it to RGB. How do we make sure colors are accurate if we aren't using CMYK?
Hi Desiree, I haven't had an issue with colours being off at all when printing my png's in CMYK, but every printer is different. The colours on the pixma pro-100 I've found are very accurate
Can you explain why the need for the painters tape on the mat?
Hi Alexe - the painters tape helps me cut out an alignment box, so I can properly do the full page hack. Since the alignment box won't be on the same edge as regular cricut cuts (to the very far left of the mat), the painter's tape is a guide showing me where to best place my sticker page. Hope this helps! 😊
Thank you! I had never seen this done before. Good to know!
Love this video! How many microns should be laminating sheets/pouches suitable for stickers? Thank you ! xxx
Hi Jelizaveta - my laminate does not include the microns but I would say just go as thin as you can - and remember that you only need one-sided self adhesive laminate, as laminating pouches will prevent you from peeling off the sticker backing! :)
@@mooneyesart im reading some of your responses, you are very helpful 👍
Hello!
Thanks for the video!
Do you use normal ink? Or waterproof or water resistant one?
Thanks!
Hi Andrea, I'm just using third party ink refills for my canon pixma pro-100. Laser printers will work as well :)
The ink for the canon is water resistant I believe! I always coat it though just in case (with the clear laminate)
Hi! I was wondering if your laminate sheets have lines on them? I ordered some after watching your video and I ended up with vertical lines on some of my stickers. I'm just curious if I got a bad batch or if it's normal? Thank you!
Hi there, I don't have any vertical lines on my laminate at all, so that sounds like a bad batch (unless you mean the red lines that are just on the backing paper?)
this is the best tutorial I've seen on Cricut sticker making, THANK YOUUUUUU!!!!!!
You're very welcome!! Glad to help 😊💕
Do you use two different printers? I just want one with a scanner and all, any recommendations? Thank You
Hi Sarah, I use the Canon Pixma Pro-100 for printing my stickers. Unfortunately I do not have recommendations for a printer/scanner combo as those tend to not be as good at producing quality prints. A laser printer would be better if you can get one around 300 - $500 CAD price range. A decent scanner you can buy on Amazon or Walmart for around $50 CAD.
Alternatively, you can take your vinyl sticker paper sheets and designs on a USB drive to a Staples, or any printing store. They can print on the vinyl for you with very high quality printers, for around $1 or less per sheet. Hope this helps! 😊
Is there any other trick to getting it to print out in the exact same colors as you see on your screen? My biggest problem is that everything looks perfect and then when I print it, it's 10x darker than what's on my screen and the blacks don't even look black :(
Hi Svetlana, it could be dependant on your printer - but you could also try printing the stickers through Photoshop, but use the "Printer Manages Colors" drop down setting when on the print dialogue page.
This was so helpful, thank you so much! I hate the way cricut design space handles printing so this is such a helpful tip
So I have to put the print on the mat perfectly so the cricut will cut it perfectly right?
Hi Jonathan - it does help to have it lined up as much as possible! Just make sure it's inside of the alignment box :)
@@mooneyesart I watched the original video you linked and that helped how to prep the mat to make it perfect that was my original concern. Will this method work on the cricut maker?
Hi Jonathan - I haven't tested it out on the cricut maker, only on the explore air 2. But I don't see why it wouldn't work the same (unless perhaps your mat is a different size?).
@@mooneyesart mine won’t come in until tomorrow so hopping it will work!
Very informative video learn alot even so i have semi gloss sticker paper and glossy paper and i use laser printer with it can i use inkjet eco tank printer with either of the paper as well or it wont work.
Hi Cavin Mel, as long as your sticker paper is 100% waterproof vinyl your laser printer should work just fine! I do highly recommend using a clear laminate on top though, because even with high quality inks, your stickers can get scratched over time if not coated. 😊
@@mooneyesart okay understand and can I use semi gloss sticker paper and glossy paper on my inkjet printer??
Yes, depending on your printer type and specifications of the paper you should be fine! I would avoid it only if your printer is a lower end model. But if your printer is for things like high quality colour prints, your should be okay!
@@mooneyesart okay so what about the epson L3150 eco tank? Can that work and what about HP printers?
Before you unload it. Push it to run again and that normally will allow it to cut all the way through🙂
I should have! But I was lazy 😭😅
Hey there, your video popped up when I ran a search on making stickers. Really good ideas and execution you have. Wanted to ask- why did you stop selling on Etsy?
Thank you for sharing your video!
Hi Roger, I stopped selling stickers on Etsy because I found their fees not worth it for small items, and I also wanted to take more time for my personal art projects 😊
Do you have a link for the tack life laminator?
Hi there, I only have a link to the Canadian one but it's available on Amazon US I believe!
@@mooneyesart thanks appreciate it!
Do you need a laminator for the Avery self adhesive sheets?
Hi Luna, no you can roll it by hand like I did in the video, it's just an additional step I added 😊
@@mooneyesart ok thanks!
Absolutely the best cricut sticker video ever!
finally, a good video! thank you for this info I'm starting my sticker shop soon:)
You're very welcome! Glad to have helped!
Hi! I have the same laminating sheets but im planning to buy an laminator, can I just put the laminate sheet and let the laminator do it’s work? Bc When i do it by hand it had tiny bubbles
Hi Aiko! I don't have much experience with using different laminator sheets. The issue you may run into is that bubbles may be created when using just the laminating machine. Also you won't be able to use laminator sheets that come with the machine since they are double-sided, and will seal your sticker backing inside the sheet.
Let me know if you have any other questions! :)
Ok wait.
Stop.
Hold up
What did you do to get these colors out of your Pixma-Pro 100??????
Mine loses its mind on pinks purples (it also refuses to do line green)
If you have a specific ICC Profile you found I will pay you ! 😂😂
I'm honestly not quite sure if I did anything differently! I just drew it on my ipad and printed it from Photoshop, even printing from the cricut app the colour saturation is really good. Perhaps it was the type of paper? And the setting? I used the PPD glossy vinyl paper with the glossy photo paper setting :)
Hey, quick question, do I need to use photoshop or is there an alternative way?
Hi Jatziry, no you can use any drawing program as long as you have the ability to create transparent backgrounds and put a brush stroke in each corner. I go into detail on how to do this on my blog post as well for further clarification (link in the description) 😊
amazing!!!! thank you soo much for sharing!
Hi this is the 1st video am watching..am new. But wanted to know why did you peel the protective backing in minute 2.58 just before placing on mat? So did you put the backing back on once you lifted from cricut mat ? That was confusing...would they remain sticky without that backing you remove? Help . Am confuse
Thanks
Hi Raquel, at 1:58 I am peeling the backing off of the Single Sided adhesive laminate, not the stickers. This is so I can stick the clear adhesive to the front of the sticker sheet. It gives the stickers extra protection and helps them not get scratched. You don't need this if you buy waterproof vinyl, but you will find the stickers don't last as long without it.
When the sticker sheet passes through the laminator, what do you use on the back of it?
Hi Ana, I don't need to put anything underneath the sticker sheet, it should work just fine without anything! I do go over how to apply laminate sheets using a cold press laminator instead of the roller in my most recent video. 😊
Great tutorial, Im curious what do you use the Canon ImageClass LPB622 for? Thanks
Oops! I think I added that into my video description by accident. I used it in my other video :) I'll update the description!
Thank you so much for the straightforward explanation! Your stickers are adorable haha
You are so welcome!! Glad to help 😊
What ink you are using? Is it still water proof without laminating sheet?
I use Canon brand inks with my Pixma Pro-100. If you use inkjet on the inkjet waterproof adhesive vinyl, you don't need to laminate. But if you are using just regular sticker adhesive paper, generally those aren't waterproof and even sealing them with laminate won't work. I hope this helps!
Is there a difference between using a cold or hot laminator??
I believe with the hot press laminator, you risk possibly ruining your sticker adhesive. The cold press laminator is better at applying pressure to stick the laminate to the vinyl pages without overheating.
Please show us the bumper sticker video 🙏🏼💖✨
That will definitely be my next video!
I have question, is this applicable on a glass mug? I hope u notice me thankyouu
Hi Kimberly! You definitely could, but make sure to hand wash the mug only as the dishwasher is too hot and could melt the glue off the backing.
Hello. I hope you can answer my question. Is it alright if I'm going to put a self-adhesive laminating sheet and just use a roller? 'cause I don't have the cold press machine yet.
and is it okay if I'm going to use a matte sticker paper? Not sure if my printer can do a good work with the glossy ones
Hi Kimberly, sorry for the late reply! Yes you can def use a roller, I used a roller before I switched to a cold laminate machine. I do recommend the cold laminate machine though as you can apply a part of the adhesive onto one side of the sticker page and then peel off the backing as it's going through the cold press laminate.
And yes, matte should be fine but the laminate will make it glossy unless you bought a matte laminate :)
is the Photoshop an important step? can't I do it by the cricut software or anything else? because I'm using procreate and kinda short on money to have a subscription on Photoshop. Please help :'(
Hi! There are a few free programs you can download, you don't necessarily need Photoshop, just need to make a mark in each corner so the cricut app doesn't resize your design. Krita and Gimp are both free to use and will work just fine for that! :) if you need further clarification on how to make the marks, there's a link in the description to my blog with detailed step by step instructions :)
This is a very important and useful information, educational video!
Thank you for the kind comments! ❤️
I was wondering does it have to be glossy? Will matte works as well 😲
Hi Nicole, I used glossy because it was the one I purchased, so as long as you buy waterproof vinyl (and not just waterproof sticker paper) it should work fine.
If you don't add the laminate on top it should be slightly less glossy as well.
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this is a wonderful video.. thank you so much
Glad you liked it! 😊
Is the pixma pro 200 the next model up? I’m still a newbie. LOLOL
Honestly I'm not too sure! Probably :)
@@mooneyesart it has more buttons. LOL
What kind of Crichton do you use? I'm trying to decide what kind/size..
Hi, I'm using the Cricut Explore Air 2, bought it off Amazon
@@mooneyesart Thank you!
How thick are your laminating sheets?
Hi Mayfia, my pack of laminating sheets doesn't say how thick they are - but they fit through my laminating machine with the 3mil setting.
I heard you mentioned you use them for bumper stickers too... do you spray anything on them to make them uv proof? Or do they not fade??
Hi! Nope, I just add the laminate and make sure the vinyl sticker paper is waterproof (not just "water resistant"). It should last even through a car wash. Though if you car is in direct sun all the time, it will probably fade in about 8 - 12 months.
I’ve been having trouble with bubbles on my stickers, when I use a photo laminating top. I use a card and even cold laminate them after but they lead to scratches when i press down the card too much 😣 do you have any suggestions on how I can stop the bubbles?
Hi Tintin, another user commented here that they were able to attach the laminate to the top (like I did in the video), and instead of using a card, they just ran it directly through the cold press laminator. I have not tried it yet but it sounds like that could work well!
@@mooneyesart ok thank you so much!
Idk why I have the same printer but my stickers are printing with very shit detail it's taking all the detail away and the colors arent very detailed either I'm not sure what to do...
Which brand of vinyl are you using to print on? I find if I use the glossy vinyl paper it prints really beautifully and bright. You may need to try doing some printer calibrations as well to see if that helps the issue!
but whats the four squares for if you've already cut the rectangle out of the tape? whats the point of that? i havent found that answer anywhere.
Hi! It's so the cricut can properly register the placement of the page before cutting. The rectangle is so I know where to place my sticker page (otherwise the cuts will be off). Hope this helps!
I found that my laminate left a strange texture underneath .. and I use those felt squeegees and it does get the whole laminate to fully sticker to the sticker paper. Not sure if that makes sense. I’ve tried wrapping my finger with a microfibre cloth to smooth it out
Maybe the key is a laminator with a cold setting 🥺
Hi Maggie, I've had that happen to me when I try to use other laminates, so it could honestly be the brand you are using. If it's the same brand as the one I listed in the video, the trick is to go very slowly over the page (like a 1/2 inch at a time) to ensure no bubbles form. If small bubbles happen you can use a pen knife to poke the bubble and smooth it out. And a cold press laminator might help as well!
thanks for responding so quick! I use the same Avery self laminating sheet but the 10 pack one to start out. But I’ll try those techniques you suggested and hopefully that helps!
This video was a bit fast, so you have a more comprehensive video? Thanks.
Sorry, I don't and I'm not planning to remake it at the moment!
It’s it just me or do they sound like Bmo? (Not trying to be rude, just trying to compare)
I will try to sound more like BMO in future videos 😂❤️
I’ve done this method to 5 different water resistant sticker papers and they do not last through my dishwasher.
Hi Noelani, it will be hard to find sticker paper that lasts through the dishwasher as the heat and water pressure is usually too intense for the adhesives and laminate. I believe that even commercially produced waterproof stickers will say to hand wash only (unfortunately!)
can u put this kind of waterproof stickers on tumblers? will the sticker stay even after several wash?
Hi Paulene, I have several of my stickers on my waterbottle and they have lasted for around 1 - 2 years without the laminate starting to peel. Hand wash only :)
How long did it take before your blade got dull. Personally I’d just get a new one when it gets dull.
Usually about 6 months, I try to sharpen it often using a ball of tinfoil haha
WOW you made me smile with this Hack Thank YOU!!!!! My Cricut air has a glitch not reading the black outline and this bypasses it!!! Whoop Whoop no MORE waste!!!
So glad I could help! I really hated how much ink the cricut wastes with that black line.
@@mooneyesart and now I don't have to worry about doing a sharpie around that black line when I discovered that hack I began to love my cricut again that is the biggest frustration and people don't realize that it is a glitch that the print and cut that black line the sensors don't always read it and with this hack you don't need it
This. is what happened to me last night, I think thats why I was led to this video haha. I am about to try this out and hopefully no more "can't read the sensor marks" I much prefer working with photoshop anyway. I am glad it worked for you and you had the same issue as me lol
I had this problem too with my Maker! Just open a ticket or call to talk to a representative and they can help. My machine was replaced with absolutely no fuss! I use this hack as well but I need the machine to read registration marks for calibration 😄
just wondering, do you ever experience inconsistencies with the cuts? i've been trying to figure out how to line up the pages with the bleed border, but it seems to cut in a different spot every time
Hi Joyce, I was having issues with that when trying to cut a new page after just finishing a page. I find I have to exit the sticker page I'm working on, and open it up again. For some reason this fixes inconsistent cuts.
You may also want to try going through and recalibrating your machine, to see if it's an issue with the sensors.
Can I use matte clear and plastic dip clear To waterproof my clear sticker paper
I believe you can, although I have not tested the longevity of it, I have seen other people saying that you should be able to :)
hi good morning thanks for youre video. so that minds there is no sticker r paper with out the laminated paper ?
Hi Dalma, you can use the stickers without the laminate paper, but keep in mind it will scratch easily and not be as waterproof.
Hiya there! I had a quick question about alignment towards the end? Everything for me was going great until when my cricut was cutting the stickers, and the cut was off, making the sticker misaligned? I don't know if you've ever encountered that, but I just wanted to ask cause I really would like to use this method more in the future!! Thank you so much for the tutorial, love your style and stickers by the way c:
Hi Reeha, thanks for the kind words! I do run into that problem from time to time, sometimes it's just due to a weird cricut update, or if my mat loses it's stickiness it can make things misaligned too. If the cricut is always cutting the same row of stickers as misaligned, you can try to re-calibrate your machine through the cricut app. I also had a lot of help from customer support - it took a few days for them to get back to me at first, but they were helpful in solving my alignment issues. :)
I'm struggling with this too! almost seems like the cut file gets warped or something because the whole page isn't shifted in the same way
I have this problem with the cut file being “warped” too!! The cuts will be off but not in the same direction so I can’t just move the page over slightly 😕