On the last tip, place a popsicle stick or tongue depressor type stick on the mat under the pen when adjusting the height of the pen. When it touches the stick, close the clamp. It will be exactly the right height without messing up the top of your paper or your mat.
Here is a second hack for those mats that have lost there clear covers: turn it inward facing a mat that is already covered with a clear cover and use the one clear cover for two mats by facing both mats inward! Works perfectly.
For weeding, I use a pen style x-acto knife. It's so much more comfortable in hand when you're working on something with a lot of detail and, if you're blade isn't as sharp as it could be, you have a sharp blade already in hand to loosen the material and do a quick recut of the lines.
I should be ashamed of myself, my husband got me the Cricut Maker a year ago and I just got it out. He bought all these extra accessories and projects. I appreciate you taking time to share these hacks because old hacks or not you are helping someone out that did not know any of these hacks. So thank you and I am now going to use this Cricut and make things. I subscribed, this is the first video I have seen and am going to watch more.
Someone mentioned buying dental picks for weeding. I mentioned that I used one for this purpose when I was at the dentist and they gave me a handful of them. They recycle them. The best one that I have found has a very small right angle hook on the end which allows you to slightly penetrate the vinyl layer and pull it up and away. It is also great for separating any material from its backing at a corner before peeling. Thanks for your tips!
I turned all of my vinyl scraps into a giant ball. It started out the size of a gum ball and now it's bigger than a basketball and is solid! I just layer it on as I go. I'm trying to see how big I can get it and then one day I will cut it in half :)
I use the binder for my scraps too however I add a piece of card stock paper in to the plastic sheets. This way I can use one side for the lighter color and the back side for the darker color of each color
I crochet and have been looking at crafting stations and I keep seeing these machines and had no idea what they were. Thank you so much I now know and they are rather wonderful.
Some great tips,thank you! you use a needle pushed in the end of a mechanical pencil if you dont have a weeding tool, and lint rollers can be used to weed intricate cuts like on brush fonts (you may need to rub the roller on your shirt first to make it less sticky) you can also use the lint roller to stick intricate weeds to from your weeding tool.
My daughter boughtme a Cricut Explore air2 as a joint birthday/ Mother's Day present. I am so glad to find your channel and have the chance to have a play. Great tips! New subscriber. 🙂
Carolyn Gloria storing vinyl in the ikea bag holder is a convenient way and Organized way to store but beware it can make your vinyl “tunnel” or pull away from the carrier sheet when Unrolled.
Omg I do this b4 I watched thus video I thought I came up with bc I haven’t seen anyone else do it this way lol I actually use two binders. One binder is for Permanent vinyl, glitter vinyl , frosted vinyl, stencil and speciality vinyl like the holographic, frosted vinyl and stencils The second finder is for Iron on and removable vinyl. I have dividers with the tongue sticking out so I can label each section. That way it’s easy to find the glitter vinyl, stencil, removable, ect. For the smaller pieces that could get lost with the larger pieces I will put in an envelope and put it in that storage sleeve. I even have a swim in each binder for regular transfer tape and strong transfer tape. Thanks I’ve organized the scrap pieces this way it makes it so much easier to find places I’m looking for.
I am new to using a circuit maker your information has helped settle down. I am 71 but I am never to old to learn. Thank you for your clear tips on using the circuit maker..
These are some REALLY great tips!! I'm new to the Cricut world so I'm scouring the internet for these little nuggets of knowledge!! One of the things I discovered online is the use of wood stick beneath the pen when applying a non-Cricut pen to avoid the pen from touching/marking up anything below when inserting. I thought this was a great idea because sizes vary. Thank you for the vid and keep them coming!
Hi! I'm so glad they have been helpful!! :) That is a GREAT idea to put a wood stick beneath the pen to prevent it from marking the paper! Thanks so much..I'll definitely start doing that!
One of the best videos I've ever seen on RUclips short sweet to the point extremely useful tips and tricks great great video thank you so much for creating and posting
I have a Silhouette Cameo because it uses a computer and my 1700+ fonts and have been using a few of your hacks for years...HOWEVER, After watching your video I have implemented ALL of the remaining hacks in the video in one form or another. I will now check out your other videos. Thanks for the hacks. I was Director of the Printing Department and the Vinyl Sign Department at the Iowa State Fair for 28 years (now retired) and had picked up a few tricks along the way. I have checked out many Cameo and Cricut videos and you get Kudos on your Cricut ideas.
I put a sticker on the top of my cover sheet so when I put the cover back on the mat I know I’m always getting the same side eliminating any fuzz or hair
This was helpful for a fresh owner... I know I need this but I need to learn it... nothing comes with enough directions anymore. Thank you! Answered so many questions.
I'm new to the cricut, and am always looking for great tips for just about anything. I'm not easily impressed by hints and tips but WOW, your tips were ALL very good! Thanks for sharing them!
I went to a local sign shop and bought a handful of scraps for less than 5 dollars to practice on before starting on brand new rolls of vinyl when we first got ours that way I could play without wasting money.
new too.. mine sat for two months because I am intimidated.. I made the design that came with the machine, but for now, watching videos to understand!!
Been there. I bought it and didn't get into it for a month. What helped me to get started was committing to a project, then pouring into the videos. I am outta control now! hahahaha. I, also, didn't try to do EVERYTHING. I just learned how to do a sticker....
Use removable contact paper to save your mats.. Cut to the inside of your mat. Place it sticky side up. You can then place your adhesive vinyl or fabric on the mat. Protecting your mat. Also contact paper can be use as a cover for your mat.
That was an awesome tutorial. I am new to the cricuit family and the learning curve seems hard, but I think I'll just watch more of your videos. Thanks
Wonderful ideas! And I am so thrilled because I use most of them already! Who knew I was almost as smart as Kayla! Thanks for all the helpful hints. Great video, Kayla!
What a great video! So helpful! I am going to buy my first Cricut ever 😅 The Cricut Maker - I almost feel overwhelmed by all I can buy 😬 Do you have a basic list you would suggest for me as a beginner..? For the beginning I am interested in vinyl (iron on and normal vinyl) and material. Thanks for the video ☺️
I watched this video and then went to Goodwill and they had that exact Ikea holder! i couldn't believe it! Had I not seen this video first I would have had no idea what to use that for!
Thank you so much for this video! I am new to paper crafting with my Cricut and this information was really helpful! I am wondering what font you used for the last example on this video. It looks so awesome!! thanks!
Update: I would recommend buying the clear DUCK brand contact paper from Walmart or amazon for transfer paper. The one I recommend in this video does not work as well as the duct brand.
Thank you - this was very helpful - I really like video - please do more tips and tricks. I have trouble with my cricut freezing up and I also have trouble with getting my font to move around easily.
Love the water top. Wonder if it would work for ornaments Get some pazzles tweezers they are very sharp. There is a video about all the weeding tools. Best weeding tools
MANY great hacks! Loved the scrapes in binder- I started putting them in a box and now I'm wasting good time in searching for the correct piece--binder will save me time which means.... MORE TIME TO CREATE THANK YOU 🙏🏼📿🙏🏼 Sat Nam
Mary hotmail Simkins thank you!!! Lol!! I used to do something like that until I started putting the scraps in a binder and it makes it so much easier to find what I’m looking for! :)
Is the gold chunky glitter that you showed cutting out the faux leather ribbon from hobby lobby? I am having a tough time with that moving while I am cutting. Would you mind sharing all of the settings you used to cut that?
Did I hear that correctly, that you can use clear contact (like you use to cover school books with) as the transfer tape? I only purchased my 1st cricut 2 days ago, so am very fresh learning before I attempt to use the machine lol.
Thank you so much! I have not gotten a cricut yet...can not decide on the Maker or Air (wood & faux leather pieces) but, I have watched some of your video’s & they are very informative.
On the last tip, place a popsicle stick or tongue depressor type stick on the mat under the pen when adjusting the height of the pen. When it touches the stick, close the clamp. It will be exactly the right height without messing up the top of your paper or your mat.
Well Kayla, it looks like you’re my new best friend! Straight forward helpful tips. No gimmicks, stalling, and unnecessary back stories. Thank you 😊
Here is a second hack for those mats that have lost there clear covers: turn it inward facing a mat that is already covered with a clear cover and use the one clear cover for two mats by facing both mats inward! Works perfectly.
Thank you!
Love! I also saw using a shower Curtin from dollar tree.
Hahhaa I do the same with my mats
For weeding, I use a pen style x-acto knife. It's so much more comfortable in hand when you're working on something with a lot of detail and, if you're blade isn't as sharp as it could be, you have a sharp blade already in hand to loosen the material and do a quick recut of the lines.
I should be ashamed of myself, my husband got me the Cricut Maker a year ago and I just got it out. He bought all these extra accessories and projects. I appreciate you taking time to share these hacks because old hacks or not you are helping someone out that did not know any of these hacks. So thank you and I am now going to use this Cricut and make things. I subscribed, this is the first video I have seen and am going to watch more.
Someone mentioned buying dental picks for weeding. I mentioned that I used one for this purpose when I was at the dentist and they gave me a handful of them. They recycle them. The best one that I have found has a very small right angle hook on the end which allows you to slightly penetrate the vinyl layer and pull it up and away. It is also great for separating any material from its backing at a corner before peeling. Thanks for your tips!
I knew I was going to watch the entire video when she demonstrated how to store vinyl scraps. Thank you👍👍👍👌
I turned all of my vinyl scraps into a giant ball. It started out the size of a gum ball and now it's bigger than a basketball and is solid! I just layer it on as I go. I'm trying to see how big I can get it and then one day I will cut it in half :)
As a Cricut Newbee, I love all the informational hacks. Thank you!
Thank you for your tips! I just got the cricut today and initial test was disappointing due to my inexperience. You’ve help me me get inspired again.
My favorite tip is putting water in the glass to align lettering. Ingenious! Tfs!💖!
I use the binder for my scraps too however I add a piece of card stock paper in to the plastic sheets. This way I can use one side for the lighter color and the back side for the darker color of each color
I crochet and have been looking at crafting stations and I keep seeing these machines and had no idea what they were. Thank you so much I now know and they are rather wonderful.
Some great tips,thank you!
you use a needle pushed in the end of a mechanical pencil if you dont have a weeding tool, and lint rollers can be used to weed intricate cuts like on brush fonts (you may need to rub the roller on your shirt first to make it less sticky) you can also use the lint roller to stick intricate weeds to from your weeding tool.
The iron straighter is genius! I was about to buy the heat press for something so small before seeing this! Life saver!
My family just ordered my birthday gift.....the Cricut Maker!!! SO excited. Starting to watch and learn!!
That slits tip is everything. I wish i knew this when I was working on my teacher's Christmas gifts. I'll definitely use it Valentine's day.
I live in a tiny apartment so I cut all my vinyl into 12x12 squares so it stores flat and saves space ☺️
That's a great idea!!
That's and awesome idea 🙌🏾🙌🏾
I have a question which cricut should I get air 2 or the joy I only wanna decal cup am lost and don’t no what would be the best options for me
Air 2! Once you start cricuting you will want the bigger one!
My daughter boughtme a Cricut Explore air2 as a joint birthday/ Mother's Day present. I am so glad to find your channel and have the chance to have a play. Great tips! New subscriber. 🙂
I liked how you stored the vinyls. Putting scraps in a binder is a great idea
me, too!
Carolyn Gloria storing vinyl in the ikea bag holder is a convenient way and Organized way to store but beware it can make your vinyl “tunnel” or pull away from the carrier sheet when Unrolled.
Omg I do this b4 I watched thus video I thought I came up with bc I haven’t seen anyone else do it this way lol
I actually use two binders. One binder is for Permanent vinyl, glitter vinyl , frosted vinyl, stencil and speciality vinyl like the holographic, frosted vinyl and stencils
The second finder is for Iron on and removable vinyl.
I have dividers with the tongue sticking out so I can label each section. That way it’s easy to find the glitter vinyl, stencil, removable, ect. For the smaller pieces that could get lost with the larger pieces I will put in an envelope and put it in that storage sleeve. I even have a swim in each binder for regular transfer tape and strong transfer tape. Thanks I’ve organized the scrap pieces this way it makes it so much easier to find places I’m looking for.
I am new to using a circuit maker your information has helped settle down. I am 71 but I am never to old to learn. Thank you for your clear tips on using the circuit maker..
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These are some REALLY great tips!! I'm new to the Cricut world so I'm scouring the internet for these little nuggets of knowledge!! One of the things I discovered online is the use of wood stick beneath the pen when applying a non-Cricut pen to avoid the pen from touching/marking up anything below when inserting. I thought this was a great idea because sizes vary. Thank you for the vid and keep them coming!
Hi! I'm so glad they have been helpful!! :) That is a GREAT idea to put a wood stick beneath the pen to prevent it from marking the paper! Thanks so much..I'll definitely start doing that!
Kayla's Cricut Creations Sharing is caring! 🤗
The lint roller for hard to get off pieces is an awesome idea!
One of the best videos I've ever seen on RUclips short sweet to the point extremely useful tips and tricks great great video thank you so much for creating and posting
Jimmy M thank you so much!! I’m so glad!! ❤️
Very helpful tip about replacing a missing letter. I have been printing whole lines of text so the size wouldn't change.
The vinyl storage hack I love is to use a plastic over the door shoe organizer. I fit 2 or 3 rolls in each pouch and love it.
Kayla you are the Hack Queen! Thank you for sharing.
I'm a Silhouette user & a lot of these tips are applicable to us too! Thanks!
I don’t have a Cricut but a Brother Cut & Scan and almost all of your tips apply!! Thank you!!! I need ALL the help I can get!!!
I'm so glad they are helpful and apply to the Brother Cut & Scan as well!!! :)
I love the use of crayola marker idea. Brilliant 🥰🥰🥰
Very impressed with your ideas. I’m new to cricut and excited to try them. Sharing with friends as well.
Did NOT know that you can wash those mats!😉
I have a Silhouette Cameo because it uses a computer and my 1700+ fonts and have been using a few of your hacks for years...HOWEVER, After watching your video I have implemented ALL of the remaining hacks in the video in one form or another. I will now check out your other videos. Thanks for the hacks. I was Director of the Printing Department and the Vinyl Sign Department at the Iowa State Fair for 28 years (now retired) and had picked up a few tricks along the way. I have checked out many Cameo and Cricut videos and you get Kudos on your Cricut ideas.
Love the check your settings reminder❣️ And the hair straightener idea was genius. Actually they’re all fantastic. Thank You❣️
Thank you!! I'm SO glad!! :)
I'm a beginner and watched before I took the Cricut out of the box. So happy I did. Thanks. I'm going to check out some of your other videos.
I'm brand new to Cricut. I just got a Cricut Explorer Air2. I'm not very tech-savy so I'm learning 😊 Your videos are VERY helpful!
I put a sticker on the top of my cover sheet so when I put the cover back on the mat I know I’m always getting the same side eliminating any fuzz or hair
Beth Eubank I love this tip!!! I’m definitely going to start doing that!
Beth Eubank I write “front” on mine with a sharpie. If the words are backwards then I know it’s on backwards.
I toooootally didn’t save my cover sheets. Whoops
Great tip! Never thought of that
Beth Eubank for President ❤️!!!! I will be using this trick, thank you!
That binder trick!!! Thank you so much for all the tips! I’m new to the Cricut world and any advise is helpful.
Im only half way through this video and i gotta say, superb video and exceptional Hacks! Thankyou x
I've just placed a pre order for Cricut air 2 can't wait!!!!
Thanks for sharing, I will be up to date and ready to go when my machine arrives
This was helpful for a fresh owner... I know I need this but I need to learn it... nothing comes with enough directions anymore. Thank you! Answered so many questions.
Thank you so much for making this video! So many helpful tips and straight to the point. I dislike videos when people just ramble on and get off topic
I'm SO glad!!! Thanks for watching 🥰
I'm new to the cricut, and am always looking for great tips for just about anything. I'm not easily impressed by hints and tips but WOW, your tips were ALL very good! Thanks for sharing them!
Great Hacks! I just bought my first cricut, glad I found your channel!
The tissue box and cutting slits is GENIUS! Great video!
Sarah Bailey it both works SO well! ☺️ thank you for watching!
Love the empty TISSUE box idea- my favorite
I’m new to Cricuit as well. I bought a machine for Christmas and I’m too intimidated to open it. Lol. You give me inspiration.
Nora Williams mine has been on a shelf for a year for the same reason it’s so intimidating 😩
I had my Maker since it came out...and just started using it. :)
I went to a local sign shop and bought a handful of scraps for less than 5 dollars to practice on before starting on brand new rolls of vinyl when we first got ours that way I could play without wasting money.
new too.. mine sat for two months because I am intimidated.. I made the design that came with the machine, but for now, watching videos to understand!!
Been there. I bought it and didn't get into it for a month. What helped me to get started was committing to a project, then pouring into the videos. I am outta control now! hahahaha. I, also, didn't try to do EVERYTHING. I just learned how to do a sticker....
Use removable contact paper to save your mats.. Cut to the inside of your mat. Place it sticky side up. You can then place your adhesive vinyl or fabric on the mat. Protecting your mat. Also contact paper can be use as a cover for your mat.
Eve Peterson I have never thought of that! I’ll give it a try. Thanks for the tip!!! ❤️
I’m a new Cricut user. Thanks for this vid, definitely learned some new ideas and tricks. 🙌🏾
Kayla, Thanks you're a gem! I love finding ways to save money and the tip about Crayola markers and the cleaning of the mats are stalar!!!! Thanks
Ray Conser I’m so glad it was helpful!!! :)
That was an awesome tutorial. I am new to the cricuit family and the learning curve seems hard, but I think I'll just watch more of your videos. Thanks
Great tips. I especially like the corn starch. I always have such a hard time seeing the lines. Thank you 😊
The water in the glass tip was amazing!
Love the scraps in the binder 😍
Wonderful ideas! And I am so thrilled because I use most of them already! Who knew I was almost as smart as
Kayla! Thanks for all the helpful hints. Great video, Kayla!
I love these hacks, tips and tricks. Thank you. Are there any tips on how to get deeper scoring on the explore and maker?
I am new to owning a Cricut. Less than a month and these are sone great tips!
I've had my Cricut 4 days thank you for these tips.
How exciting for you. I hope you are having fun with your new cricut!
Omg!! I’m new here!! I’m so happy I have this channel. I just purchased a cricut and I’m so lost!
me too!
Me to! I’m getting it though I love it!
Erin Bennett yeah. I have it pretty much now.
The cornstarch trick! Genius! Thank you so much!
What a great video! So helpful!
I am going to buy my first Cricut ever 😅 The Cricut Maker - I almost feel overwhelmed by all I can buy 😬
Do you have a basic list you would suggest for me as a beginner..? For the beginning I am interested in vinyl (iron on and normal vinyl) and material.
Thanks for the video ☺️
I watched this video and then went to Goodwill and they had that exact Ikea holder! i couldn't believe it! Had I not seen this video first I would have had no idea what to use that for!
Great hints and money saving ideas. Thank you
So many great ideas! I love your channel!
Thank You so much. Love your hacks. Thanks for sharing! Love all your videos
You are amazingly organized! Thank you so much for the hacks! This was very helpful! 😊
You have so much common sense! Loved your video!
I bought adhesive spray for $7 at Walmart. Works great on old mats
BAILEY FUJITA I’ll have to give that a try!! Thanks! :)
Which spray is this? Some of mine are not sticky anymore :( Thank you!
Thank you for sharing. We just got a Cricut and my teen daughter is learning her way around it. So all of this comes in handy.
I’m new to the Cricut family ,your tips were great.
Thank you so much for this hack video 😊 I'm new to cricut and so excited to create create and create!
I love your video you saw from tiktok and this. They’re very helpful thank you!
Thank you so much for this video! I am new to paper crafting with my Cricut and this information was really helpful! I am wondering what font you used for the last example on this video. It looks so awesome!! thanks!
Marjorie Pitzer I’m so glad!! I think it was Europe Underground from dafont.com :)
@@KaylasCricutCreations Thanks!!
A ruler length pencil box works great for transporting rolls of vinyl to craft classes or get togethers without crushing or wrinkling them.
Every single one of these tricks are brilliant!!!
You’re video is very informative. Very helpful especially for a newbie like me. Thank you so much!!!! 😊
Update: I would recommend buying the clear DUCK brand contact paper from Walmart or amazon for transfer paper. The one I recommend in this video does not work as well as the duct brand.
When you use the contact paper that you showed in the video, do you get heavy residue? I do, but I do not know if I am using it incorrectly. Thank you
Thank you Kayla for the update!
Could you attach the link to this contact paper. When I search it lamination paper comes up
Thank you - this was very helpful - I really like video - please do more tips and tricks. I have trouble with my cricut freezing up and I also have trouble with getting my font to move around easily.
Love the water in the glass trick! Great idea, thanks! BTW which font is the one at the end of your video, I love it. Thx.
The notebook idea for storing scraps is great! Thanks 👍
Great tips, they will really be so helpful in the future when I finally get my Maker. You are really good at teaching. Thank you!
Thank you!!! That is exciting that you are getting the maker :)
I love that sticker on your cricut to remind you to change your settings. What font is that? I will definitely need this! I forget all the time!
I didn’t know not to use Totally Awesome on the new mats. Thank you!
Wow! You a beast! Thank you so much for these tips, very helpful! Just got my Cricut maker gonna be a beast with it soon as well. 😊
what Cricut machine do you have? thanks for all the helpful hacks and tricks. I'm very new to this
Loved these tips .Trying to absorb as much information as possible before buying my cricut maker ☺️.
Great video. What setting do u use for your decals? I’m having trouble with mine
Any tips on how to use a different heat source (such as a clothing iron) when doing iron-on vinyl if you don’t have the Easy Press iron device??
love your video. may I ask what font was that at the end?
Do you need a Cricut press for infusible ink or can you just use a regular clothing iron?
Love the water top. Wonder if it would work for ornaments
Get some pazzles tweezers they are very sharp. There is a video about all the weeding tools. Best weeding tools
Teresa Kaiser thanks so much!! I’ll definitely have to look for those! :)
Kayla, thanks for the great video. What font did you use with the Crayola marker?
Loved it! What font did you use when using the CRAYOLA MARKER?
Thanks so much for all your tips and hacks. You made it all so easy!
MANY great hacks! Loved the scrapes in binder- I started putting them in a box and now I'm wasting good time in searching for the correct piece--binder will save me time which means....
MORE TIME TO CREATE
THANK YOU
🙏🏼📿🙏🏼
Sat Nam
Mary hotmail Simkins thank you!!! Lol!! I used to do something like that until I started putting the scraps in a binder and it makes it so much easier to find what I’m looking for! :)
Is the gold chunky glitter that you showed cutting out the faux leather ribbon from hobby lobby? I am having a tough time with that moving while I am cutting. Would you mind sharing all of the settings you used to cut that?
omg thank you so much for the scrap binder idea , thats brilliant !
Did I hear that correctly, that you can use clear contact (like you use to cover school books with) as the transfer tape? I only purchased my 1st cricut 2 days ago, so am very fresh learning before I attempt to use the machine lol.
Thank you so much! I have not gotten a cricut yet...can not decide on the Maker or Air (wood & faux leather pieces) but, I have watched some of your video’s & they are very informative.
I'm SO glad they have been helpful. Whatever machine you decide I'm sure you'll love it. So many possibilities with the Cricut machines :)
The scraps idea...genius
I use low tack spray to hold my vinyl on the mat also if u lose the sheets for the mats use parchment paper shiny side down
Great ideas! I finally found the hidden storage space on the lower door...was so happy to find it! I put some of my tools in it!!
Thank you!! I didn't know that was there for awhile either!! It makes it convenient for holding tools :)