I was so entranced with this video that I completely forgot it wasn't a video from the Cricut company. This is exactly the comprehension video I needed as a brand new Cricut user.
Every aspect of this video is amazing, the quality of information given, the quality of the video itself, your paused voice. Everything was absolutely perfect. I want to thanks you for all the info you have shared and tell you that your job is fenomenal.
What a great, informative video. I am about to buy a Cricut and wasn’t sure which one to get. Thanks to your video, I’m confident that the Maker is for me. Thanks!
2 years later and this is by far the best instructional video I’ve seen. Only thing holding me back from buying a Cricut is the subscription. Do I need a subscription if I just want to make miniatures? Thank you
Aww thank you so much! You don't need a subscription to cricut design space, especially if you intend to use miniature svg files from places like etsy.
Thanks for taking the time to upload vid. A few questions: 1.) How do you cut out intricate shapes with balsa using the CM3? I find the wood gets damaged when cutting out small objects. Is there a way around this? 2.) Also, how did you make those tiny pillows? ☺ Is there a link to that on your channel? Many thanks.
Thanks for the comment. There are some hacks you can try which can help with cutting intricate pieces but keep in mind there are limitations. Here's a link to my Cricut wood guide ruclips.net/video/vwYguYtPeyY/видео.html Here's a link to the pillow tutorial ruclips.net/video/3ppDEpciZAM/видео.html
Thank you, your video was very informative, I need to be able to scan a model kits decal sheet, and create stencils for spraying at the exact size is it possible with the Cricut and what program would you recommend, any advice will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the support. This is possible to do in cricut design space. It's an old tutorial and design space has changed a bit but this might help you out ruclips.net/video/62bWC_SHTB8/видео.htmlsi=3_Q7LWLT483gtwna
This really is the ULTIMATE guide 😍😍😍 Covered all the topics and in a simple straight forward manner 😍 My bf got me a Cricut Joy for mother's day and I can't wait to try the projects available for it. Thanks a lot and keep up with the amazing videos 🥳
Thank you so much for the video! I make miniatures on my channel as well and have been considering getting the cricut maker. However it can get pricey and I want to make sure it can do what I want. Are you able to use it to cut things at a 1/24 scale ? Also, how small are you able to cut wood? Thank you again!
@Juliart Thank you so much for watching :) I've outlined my thoughts below as there are lots of variables: 1. If cutting simple shapes in 1:24 (like circles or squares for a table) this is definitely achievable. If cutting intricate things with lots of tiny curves and edges, the Cricut can struggle when it comes to wood. 2. Vinyl & cardstock you can definitely achieve cuts of 1-2mm in width on the intricate cardstock setting (check out my leadlight window video to see this in action) 3. Wood can be a challenge and Cricut has some guidelines on their website about how far away from the wood edge you should start your design (which would also suggest their view on how thin you can cut) help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/360009431394-Cricut-Maker-Cutting-basswood-with-Knife-Blade - they say not to cut smaller than a quarter of an inch or 0.6mm. I have been fortifying my wood pieces by placing a piece of clear contact film on one side which tends to help and I have successfully cut pieces that are around 5mm width Having said that, the wood cut by the cricut would be considered a soft/fiberous wood (balsa, basswood and chipboard) not a stronger wood that you’d cut with a laser cutter (like plywood). I’ve found when removing from the mat sometimes if the cuts are too intricate, it just snaps off. 4. Sometimes craft stores selling the Cricut will offer workshops or demos so this might be a good place for you to see it in action and maybe even do a test cut. 5. There’s an excellent facebook group called ‘Making Dollhouse Miniatures with a Cricut’ - lots of experience miniaturists on there and you can ask to see other people’s work in 1:24 scale. 6. I also recommend checking out some of my other cricut tutorial videos, particularly the puzzle one because I show what happens when cutting too small. Sorry for my long-winded response but there are lots of different factors to consider in this decision and you need to go into this with full transparency. I’ll try to create some videos with the 1:24 scale or smaller in future as I’m sure others have similar questions. Thanks for supporting my channel 😊
@@ItsyBitsyBuild Wow thank you very much! I will definitely check out your other videos and the cricut website! I would be very happy to see 1/24 scale videos in the future. I appreciate your quick and thorough response it was very helpful!
Thank you so much! You are talking very slow and showing stuff one by one slow, so it`s possible to follow what you`re talking about😃My primary language is not English, so I need it slow👌This is what guides should be like, thank you😊
Hi, my name is Diahan, Im from Costa Rica, I just finish to see your excelent video about how make minis with cricut, thank u so much. I will like to know how to the SVG minis with the cricut. In my country there is no where to got it
Hi Diahan, thanks for reaching out all the way from Costa Rica. You can buy some digital SVG miniature files on Etsy. Not sure if it's available where you are. Alternatively, the videos on my channel will show how you can make them yourself.
It really depends on the material you're cutting. Wood is the most difficultto cut small but something like cardstock is a lot easier to cut in tiny pieces. Check out some of my videos and you can get an idea of how small things get.
Hi there, I've personally not cut it as I haven't found any foam board thin enough but I'd suggest cutting it with the knife blade and on the posterboard setting.
@@ItsyBitsyBuild Ok cool, someone else suggested using a laminator however I don't have one, I might even try 1mm perplex sheet or something like that. Thanks again.
Hi there thanks for this video! I bought a cricut maker to help me with my miniatures and was designing a cut file for a gated door. How small can I go, I am concerned it would not work? My measurements are 3mm by 45mm and it is on chipboard. Thank you
Hey Grace, I'd recommend a bit of trial and error with a smaller piece. 3mm cuts are certainly achievable on thinner materials but the thicker you go, the harder it is to achieve tiny cuts. Most of what I develop has been adjusted through trial and error until you're happy with the finished product. You could always look at layering something like Kraft board or heavy cardstock too. Good luck!
The Maker series has a deboss tool which you can use to press an image into a material but it definitely doesn't achieve the same results as an embossing tool. You can see an example of how it looks on the white tray in this video ruclips.net/video/YhGZfNTQjk8/видео.html
There's a Cricut Maker and Maker 3. They are functionally the same machine except that the Maker 3 uses smart materials which is only useful for very long vinyl projects.
Hi Carine, yes but it really depends on the size of your plan, how intricate the cuts are and the size of the wood piece you're able to source. Take a look at my wood guide video and it might help you get an idea of what's possible ruclips.net/video/vwYguYtPeyY/видео.html
@@ItsyBitsyBuild I watched your second video after I wrote my question, thank for answering me back. I plan to start a Christmas Village and thinking of the scale 1:48 (1/4).
Hey Jessica, I only have one project in there that's shared at the moment (the mini shopping bags) and it doesn't appear to work for others, not sure why. If you go onto the Itsy Bitsy Build website you'll find a couple of free svg files.
I was so entranced with this video that I completely forgot it wasn't a video from the Cricut company. This is exactly the comprehension video I needed as a brand new Cricut user.
Gosh Annie, your comment is so lovely, thank you. It definitely motivates me to continue my work.
Every aspect of this video is amazing, the quality of information given, the quality of the video itself, your paused voice. Everything was absolutely perfect. I want to thanks you for all the info you have shared and tell you that your job is fenomenal.
Gosh, Carla. Your comment is so lovely and very motivating to keep making more content. Thank you so much for the support.
This video was so informative! I am getting a cricutmaker and can't wait to make some miniatures and learn more from you.
I'm so glad it was helpful. Thanks for supporting my channel ☺
I wish there is Scan n Cut user miniature artist like you . Thanks for your VDO .
Aww you're so kind, thank you!
What a great, informative video. I am about to buy a Cricut and wasn’t sure which one to get. Thanks to your video, I’m confident that the Maker is for me. Thanks!
I'm so glad to hear that ☺
2 years later and this is by far the best instructional video I’ve seen. Only thing holding me back from buying a Cricut is the subscription. Do I need a subscription if I just want to make miniatures? Thank you
Aww thank you so much!
You don't need a subscription to cricut design space, especially if you intend to use miniature svg files from places like etsy.
@@ItsyBitsyBuild Just subscribed to your channel. Thank you again for your quality videos
@@babycakes9337 that means a lot thank you!
Be sure to let me know if there are any tutorials you'd like me to make.
Your channel is a MUST for me! Thank you so very much--you are some of the wind beneath my wings.
Aww Holly, thank you so much for your kind words.
What a wealth of information! Thank you
I'm so glad you found it helpful ☺
This so helpful and amazing! Thank you.
You're welcome! ☺️
Omg I wish I could like this video 1,000,000 times!! Thank you so so much for this amazing information. Your channel is truly helping me so much.
Aww thank you, you're so kind ☺ do let me know if there are any tutorials you'd like to see me make. I really appreciate the support.
What a great video! Super informative and helpful! Thanks👍🏻
Thanks for supporting my channel ☺
So informative, comprehensive and easy to understand.
Thanks for the support ☺
Thanks for taking the time to upload vid.
A few questions:
1.) How do you cut out intricate shapes with balsa using the CM3? I find the wood gets damaged when cutting out small objects. Is there a way around this?
2.) Also, how did you make those tiny pillows? ☺ Is there a link to that on your channel? Many thanks.
Thanks for the comment.
There are some hacks you can try which can help with cutting intricate pieces but keep in mind there are limitations. Here's a link to my Cricut wood guide
ruclips.net/video/vwYguYtPeyY/видео.html
Here's a link to the pillow tutorial
ruclips.net/video/3ppDEpciZAM/видео.html
Phenomenal video!!! So under-rated.
Thank you ☺
Omg this video is amazing and so helpful and detailed!
I'm so glad! :)
Thank you, your video was very informative, I need to be able to scan a model kits decal sheet, and create stencils for spraying at the exact size is it possible with the Cricut and what program would you recommend, any advice will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for the support. This is possible to do in cricut design space. It's an old tutorial and design space has changed a bit but this might help you out ruclips.net/video/62bWC_SHTB8/видео.htmlsi=3_Q7LWLT483gtwna
This really is the ULTIMATE guide 😍😍😍
Covered all the topics and in a simple straight forward manner 😍
My bf got me a Cricut Joy for mother's day and I can't wait to try the projects available for it.
Thanks a lot and keep up with the amazing videos 🥳
Thank you so much! Congrats on the Joy!
@@ItsyBitsyBuild yes .... you could say its the only JOY in my relationship with him 🙂
Thank you so much for the video! I make miniatures on my channel as well and have been considering getting the cricut maker. However it can get pricey and I want to make sure it can do what I want. Are you able to use it to cut things at a 1/24 scale ? Also, how small are you able to cut wood? Thank you again!
@Juliart Thank you so much for watching :) I've outlined my thoughts below as there are lots of variables:
1. If cutting simple shapes in 1:24 (like circles or squares for a table) this is definitely achievable. If cutting intricate things with lots of tiny curves and edges, the Cricut can struggle when it comes to wood.
2. Vinyl & cardstock you can definitely achieve cuts of 1-2mm in width on the intricate cardstock setting (check out my leadlight window video to see this in action)
3. Wood can be a challenge and Cricut has some guidelines on their website about how far away from the wood edge you should start your design (which would also suggest their view on how thin you can cut) help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/360009431394-Cricut-Maker-Cutting-basswood-with-Knife-Blade - they say not to cut smaller than a quarter of an inch or 0.6mm. I have been fortifying my wood pieces by placing a piece of clear contact film on one side which tends to help and I have successfully cut pieces that are around 5mm width Having said that, the wood cut by the cricut would be considered a soft/fiberous wood (balsa, basswood and chipboard) not a stronger wood that you’d cut with a laser cutter (like plywood). I’ve found when removing from the mat sometimes if the cuts are too intricate, it just snaps off.
4. Sometimes craft stores selling the Cricut will offer workshops or demos so this might be a good place for you to see it in action and maybe even do a test cut.
5. There’s an excellent facebook group called ‘Making Dollhouse Miniatures with a Cricut’ - lots of experience miniaturists on there and you can ask to see other people’s work in 1:24 scale.
6. I also recommend checking out some of my other cricut tutorial videos, particularly the puzzle one because I show what happens when cutting too small.
Sorry for my long-winded response but there are lots of different factors to consider in this decision and you need to go into this with full transparency.
I’ll try to create some videos with the 1:24 scale or smaller in future as I’m sure others have similar questions.
Thanks for supporting my channel 😊
@@ItsyBitsyBuild Wow thank you very much! I will definitely check out your other videos and the cricut website! I would be very happy to see 1/24 scale videos in the future. I appreciate your quick and thorough response it was very helpful!
Thank you so much! You are talking very slow and showing stuff one by one slow, so it`s possible to follow what you`re talking about😃My primary language is not English, so I need it slow👌This is what guides should be like, thank you😊
Aww thank you so much for the support 🥰
where have you been all my life thank you so much
Aww thanks for the lovely comment ☺
Thank you for this video. It's really helpful. New subie 🙂
I'm so glad to hear that. Thanks for subscribing ☺
Hi, my name is Diahan, Im from Costa Rica, I just finish to see your excelent video about how make minis with cricut, thank u so much.
I will like to know how to the SVG minis with the cricut. In my country there is no where to got it
Hi Diahan, thanks for reaching out all the way from Costa Rica. You can buy some digital SVG miniature files on Etsy. Not sure if it's available where you are. Alternatively, the videos on my channel will show how you can make them yourself.
I like it so much, what material is like glass?
Thank you!
Thin acetate or a laminator sheet that you've run through a laminator empty.
thank you thank you thank you omg tgank you
You're welcome ☺
Love this! How detailed can the cricuts get? Large furniture on a 1:24 scale, or is that too small?
It really depends on the material you're cutting. Wood is the most difficultto cut small but something like cardstock is a lot easier to cut in tiny pieces. Check out some of my videos and you can get an idea of how small things get.
Thank you
What settings do you use for foamboard?
Hi there, I've personally not cut it as I haven't found any foam board thin enough but I'd suggest cutting it with the knife blade and on the posterboard setting.
@@ItsyBitsyBuild thank you ☺️
Great vid, where do you purchase the Acetate Plastic Sheets from, I'm based in Sydney.
Thanks! Spotlight has some but I personally run empty laminator sheets through my laminator and use that instead ☺
@@ItsyBitsyBuild Ok cool, someone else suggested using a laminator however I don't have one, I might even try 1mm perplex sheet or something like that. Thanks again.
Hi there thanks for this video! I bought a cricut maker to help me with my miniatures and was designing a cut file for a gated door. How small can I go, I am concerned it would not work? My measurements are 3mm by 45mm and it is on chipboard. Thank you
Hey Grace, I'd recommend a bit of trial and error with a smaller piece. 3mm cuts are certainly achievable on thinner materials but the thicker you go, the harder it is to achieve tiny cuts. Most of what I develop has been adjusted through trial and error until you're happy with the finished product. You could always look at layering something like Kraft board or heavy cardstock too. Good luck!
@@ItsyBitsyBuild Thank you that is a good idea to layer! I have subscribed to your channel
This is great. What glue are you using in your fine glue bottle?
Thanks, Pat.
I use Helmar's craft glue. Here's a link to the product amzn.to/3AIdHdf
Helpful video! Do any cricut machines indent only and not cut?_Thanks
The Maker series has a deboss tool which you can use to press an image into a material but it definitely doesn't achieve the same results as an embossing tool. You can see an example of how it looks on the white tray in this video ruclips.net/video/YhGZfNTQjk8/видео.html
Thank u
So is the cricut maker the 3 machine ?
There's a Cricut Maker and Maker 3. They are functionally the same machine except that the Maker 3 uses smart materials which is only useful for very long vinyl projects.
@@ItsyBitsyBuild Thankyou 😊
Could I upload an miniature house plan and cut in wood?
Hi Carine, yes but it really depends on the size of your plan, how intricate the cuts are and the size of the wood piece you're able to source. Take a look at my wood guide video and it might help you get an idea of what's possible ruclips.net/video/vwYguYtPeyY/видео.html
@@ItsyBitsyBuild I watched your second video after I wrote my question, thank for answering me back. I plan to start a Christmas Village and thinking of the scale 1:48 (1/4).
Sounds amazing 😍
My I have your link in cricut designs space please sweetheart
Hey Jessica, I only have one project in there that's shared at the moment (the mini shopping bags) and it doesn't appear to work for others, not sure why. If you go onto the Itsy Bitsy Build website you'll find a couple of free svg files.
@@ItsyBitsyBuild thank you sweetheart
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Thank you so much, Sam 😊
Hi Any pet shop, vet stuff ?
Hey Nicky, I haven't made any pet shop minis but I'll add it to my list of tutorials to make ☺
@@ItsyBitsyBuild Yaa if u do plz tag me love to see it
More of an introduction to Cricut machines than making miniatures as there isn’t any explanation as to how to make miniatures using the machines.
Thanks for the feedback. You might find some of my other mini tutorials helpful.