4 EASY Cricut Christmas Cards & Some Design Space Tips Too!

[@maxinemann2490]

I bought a Cricut a couple years ago and it's a lovely desk ornament. You kept saying the program was easy to use but my head was spinning! lol Love the ease of these cards. Maybe I should dust off my machine and learn how to use it.

[@lostinpaper]

Hahaha what a lovely desk ornament you have Maxine lol. Why not start really simple and cut out a premade sentment, or a silhouette image to add to a card. Or recreate my card and follow along with the video. I am happy to help you can email me with any questions and I will try and find the answers if I don't know them as I am a beginner too. ps Don't forget to update your computer software if it's been a while since you've turned it on.

[@CrazyCrafter821]

I found a couple of pretty good ones in there too - told hubs I wish I'd have found them 10 days ago when I started but late is better than never!

[@lostinpaper]

Isn't there soooo much amazing inspiration and ideas, we really are so spoilt for choice!

[@freedomofreligion3248]

Outstanding, much appreciated! Cricut Design Space is SO underutilized imo--it's an inspiring, rich source of polished, fun design ideas & projects. One need never look anywhere else to create 1,000's of delectable crafts. Thx very much.

[@lostinpaper]

Couldn't agree more Holly!

[@threethingsfour]

This was so helpful and, to be honest, calming! Thank you!

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you so very much!

[@JacquelineBaylis1948]

Just come across this video, now I know what I will be doing tomorrow lol thanks xx

[@lostinpaper]

Awesome, hope you have fun Jacqueline!

[@cathyb2281]

Thanks for all the tips love your cards tfs

[@lostinpaper]

Glad you like them!

[@lisaainscough2465]

All the cards are pretty swish and I love how you used some of your design paper! Those shakers are adorable to. Merry Cheers Lisa

[@lostinpaper]

does that mean I can buy more design paper now? ....wink!

[@lisaainscough2465]

@@lostinpaper yes of course!

[@reneebanbury7066]

These are great cards! I love them!

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so much Renee!

[@donnamcnicoll4746]

Love how easy you make it look. So cute.

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you Donna! 😊

[@alexistroncoso9710]

I love it. Thanks for sharing

[@lostinpaper]

You are so welcome! thank you Alexis!

[@TheAjjupiter]

I'm way behind on videos...again. Love these. I haven't had a Cricket in years. Metal dies and that was that. Now I'm looking for a new one. lol Looks like so much fun.

[@lostinpaper]

I can't believe how much fun I've been having with it... I want to start adding labels to everything lol.

[@andreasmyth1603]

Thanks so much for your reply. I found the image and made 4 gorgeous cards 1 for each of our children and their families.

[@lostinpaper]

Yippee! How wonderful Andrea, hope the tutorial was easy to follow along. I could have made so many more of these, I have some wonderful papers that could be used in the backgrounds, time was just running out as always lol. Merry Christmas to you and your family, Tx

[@cuddlykoala5992]

There are some wonderful cards in design space :) these ones look great :) tfs :)

[@lostinpaper]

I think so too, it's such a wonderful program with lots of great ideas!

[@lynneparker4136]

You explain very clearly... thank you. Ps your voice is so relaxing ☺️

[@lostinpaper]

Oh thank you Lynne!

[@paulinemitchell1371]

Love your cards. Will definitely be getting my Cricut out. X

[@lostinpaper]

Yay, thank you Pauline!

[@dawnsedorus2233]

I am so glad I watched your video today! I had several "ah ha" moments for many of my Cricut questions while watching this video. Thank you for the inspiration and teachings!

[@lostinpaper]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much Dawn!

[@terrysmith470]

Thank you so much! I got sick at Thanksgiving and am now more that a week behind my crafty schedule! This is a super quick card to make and it will mail very easily - you've saved me!

[@lostinpaper]

Glad to hear that you are feeling better Terry, good luck with the 'catch up' and yes, these cards came together so very quickly they are a great option to 'batch' make.

[@melissakuepfer5468]

Thanks for doing a video showing a card made with cricut. It's very inspiring to see the two integrated in this way.

[@lostinpaper]

So glad you liked it Melissa, I am still a card maker at heart but the Cricut has just added another element of fun lol.

[@janeleigh8955]

Brilliant video

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so much Jane!

[@hp77]

U R Truly AWESOME 😊 I will try this. Thanks

[@lostinpaper]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@michellehackett8502]

Thank you for showing the slice feature. I did not know how to use it. I love my Cricut, and I feel like I don’t use it enough because I don’t know everything that it does. Have a Merry Christmas!!! Love your cards and videos.

[@lostinpaper]

Glad it was helpful! thankyou Michelle!

[@tiffanyjohnson5899]

I’ve been using my Cricut Maker a lot more lately, All my inks and dies are in storage while we’ve been getting work done at our house, so I’m inspired by this video to try it for cardmaking!. Can’t wait to try these cards!! Also, for anyone trying to cut Neenah Solar White 110lb. cardstock, I’ve found it cuts cleanest by using the poster board setting. 😊

[@lostinpaper]

That's a brilliant tip thank you Tiffany, because I would love to use my 110lb cardstock sometimes, it would be easier than 'layering' up thinner cardstocks! Hope your supplies are available to you real soon, that sounds like torture lol.

[@tiffanyjohnson5899]

@@lostinpaper You’re welcome! I used the project you provided. Thanks so much for sharing it with us! And yes, it’s torture to have everything in storage. 😩😂 But it makes me more creative with the few items I do have. 😊

[@AmyDienes]

Hi Therese, thanks for the inspiration. I have a Cricut Maker that I haven't used very much so you have inspired me to re-visit it. Have a Happy Holiday.

[@lostinpaper]

thanks so much Amy, it's a fun machine for sure!

[@nancyprobst6311]

Very fun! I really love the cards and I can see myself using up some patterned papers out of my stash - yay! Thank you for a great idea.

[@lostinpaper]

Yay, thank you Nancy!

[@sallystapleton4237]

I really love these cards, I have a scan n cut but haven’t used it for a couple of years… guess what I’m getting out tomorrow 😜 take care xx

[@lostinpaper]

Hope you have fun with it Sally!

[@ruth6511]

My Cricut is still in the box over a year later. Intimidated, and I had been told recently that it has a steep learning curve 😱. You mentioned it wasn’t difficult to do the cuts for these. Would love your opinion as to how easy or not you experienced learning the machine. Your cards are fabulous! Thanks for your time.

[@alexistroncoso9710]

OMG!! The same happens to me, but with silhouette Cameo. As a little advice, start with this kind of videos, first from the program and then the cuts. I’m not gonna say is easy but if I can do with a little practice, everyone can. Good luck and take this as an opportunity to use it. When U start, nothing could stop U later. Merry Xmas!!!

[@ruth6511]

@@alexistroncoso9710 Thank you!

[@lostinpaper]

If you already have it then you may as well have fun with it Ruth. I simply watched a couple of setup videos to make sure that the software etc was up to date (especially if you haven't ever turned it on). It was very easy to do that and then I would suggest a simple project like cut out a sentiment or a silhouette to use on a card just to practice finding images etc. You do get a month of free Design Space to have access to but DON'T access that until you have time to play and have learned more about the machine. Start by just using the free images and fonts for practice. Then when you are awesome at the program use the free month access then. Here are some fab tutorials that I watched kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXXEpoeqhcmNp5o kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX-nZ2uqiNqDq9U Hope this is helpful. I am happy for you to ask me if you have any questions and I will answer them if I can or find out if I can't lol. I am new to this but really there is so much information out there that I did find it easy overall.

[@traceybartlam5940]

Design space is really not a steep learning curve at all. I’m not great with tech and tbh it’s the most straightforward software I’ve used! It’s just a case of opening up the software and having a play. Put some shapes on the mat and try different buttons to see what you can do alongside a KZbin video. There are lots of good simple ones that cover what each button does. Cricut software actually helps you with the cutting process as it tells you what to do and outs everything on the mat in colour groups. Good luck and have fun

[@traceybartlam5940]

@@alexistroncoso9710 silhouette studio is definitely more of a learning curve BUT it does so much more than Cricut software it’s an excellent design software but learning to edit nodes etc is more to learn. I’ve enjoyed learning it but lots to learn.

[@createwithalison]

Super cute cards. I love Cricut! There’s also complete layout cut files too (though I know you’re a card maker)

[@lostinpaper]

Yes, it's incredible just how much there is in Design Space, you could make a project a day for life lol.

[@createwithalison]

@@lostinpaper that’s ok by me! Inspiration will never run out ☺️

[@lorie1508]

Love these cards. The design is so cute. I haven't used my Cricut in a long time. Something always goes wrong to frustrate me, lol. Your tutorial is great. I've never used the slice tool before. Maybe my old expression 2 doesn't have it. I made a shaker card for Christmas and the shaker bits exploded out of it. 🎊This prompted me to throw every bottle of glitter I owned and had been hoarding in the trash! I'm only using chunky bits from now on. 😁

[@lostinpaper]

hahaha Lori, now all I can see is 'glitter everywhere' lol. As for the Cricut I think the slice tool has more to do with the program in Design Space and not the actual 'age' of the machine, as long as you have the updated version of Design Space and it is compatible with your machine then it should work (though I may be wrong as I only have had experience with the Maker).

[@traceybartlam5940]

If it’s an old expression you can’t use the current Design Space software as the old machines are not supported anymore. The Design Space software will be for Explore and Maker machines. You can still use old machines with cartridges but only with the cartridges as the can’t be used with Design Space. The slice feature is a feature in design space.

[@carelessbabe38]

Hi . I just watched this video and I’d love to try it but I’m so new. What did you glue the pretty paper and cut out design to? Did you just fold a peice of cardstock into a card??

[@lostinpaper]

Welcome to Card Making, it's so much fun, but be careful, it's addictive lol! The BEST thing is that there are a huge variety of techniques and different ways that you can create, using the Cricut, stamping, painting, Ink blending... A Basic card size is half of an A4 sheet of cardstock folded in half. I have an OLD video here walking through the very first steps of card making kzbin.info/www/bejne/f328i4N7itCBrdEsi=PVsj7flsbpVUMxKb As for glues you can use whatever you have on hand at first. Be careful not to use too much, especially if you have thin cardstock as it may warp the paper. My current fave liquid glue is from Bearly Arts (it's fast drying, very strong, has a fine tip) - these are affiliate links which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you - shrsl.com/4ofaw The one that I used in the video is the Zig Pen - like this one here shrsl.com/1y2jc Hope this helps, let me know if you have any further questions. Have fun creating, Crafty hugs Therese

[@laurenfraser5826]

Lovely cards! I can't locate the Merry Christmas Design you used in my US based Design Space software? Can you provide the number please!

[@lostinpaper]

Thanks so much Lauren, I will add it to the description (I forgot) but it's called Merry Christmas Jumble Card #M1158B3A. Hope this helps otherwise let me know and I can share my cards at the Design Space and the link will be there.

[@laurenfraser5826]

@@lostinpaper Found it! Thanks so much Therese! Happy-Merry!

[@sophiegosselin9217]

HI I would like to know if I could get the link to the project ? Thank you I am from Canada.

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Sophie, Cricut make it a little difficult to link sometimes, but I'll try here. Please let me know if it's doesn't work, hope you enjoy! design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/61ae797b284924df52c7f7ca

[@Jennyhawkins09]

@lostinpaper I absolutely love this card and am trying to make it. I have tried a few different ways to pull the file up in Design Space with no luck. Is the file still available? I am in the USA. Do you think it is only available in certain locations? I hope not!!! Any suggestions or advice?

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Jenny, It looks like the image is still there, it's called Merry Christmas Jumble Card #M1158B3A (Design Space won't let me share it directly) Hope this helps. I also have a Happy Birthday version that I made and have a video 'how to make your own' if you are interested. You can find it in Design Space here design.cricut.com/landing/project-detail/6451ff5d3e5db777dc653ea5 and you can see the KZbin video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIm7e4yVgN-ckLMsi=7e4eMVwLqrMcmFuN Have the best day! Hugs Tx

[@Jennyhawkins09]

@@lostinpaper hey I’ve actually watched your other video a few times 💚 I did finally give in and try to create my own but it doesn’t look as good :( It’s still not showing in design space for me. To search for the # do I just search like I would with the name of it? I’ve never searched by a code #.

[@Jennyhawkins09]

@@lostinpaper I finally got it to come up by searching only the word jumble!!! Thank you :)

[@lostinpaper]

@@Jennyhawkins09 How wonderful Jenny, I remember searching for someone else and had the same problem. I thought the code should lead you straight there. Must be a bit of a glitch in Design Space... From memory, you can use the Design Space link for my Happy Birthday version I have shared, let me know if it doesn't work. Hope you have a fabulous day!

[@Jennyhawkins09]

@@lostinpaper thank you sooo much!

[@NueJewelzJewelry]

Just watched your video. Did you cut the cards you past them on or are they pre-cut and what size?

[@lostinpaper]

These panels were pre sized (from memory) to US size 4.5 x 5.5 inches. I then added them to the front of one of my pre prepared card bases, but you could also cut a card base using the Cricut.

[@janeandrews2237]

I couldn’t find the merry Christmas card you used

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Jane, it will come up in Cricut Design Space if you search for Merry Christmas Jumble Card or you could try this code #M1158B3A Hope this helps and thanks so much for your visit. My apologies for the late reply. Crafty hugs Therese

[@bernadettedean9764]

Hi, I’m trying to find the designs in DS. Is there an easy way to find them? I tried the number. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Bernadette, for some reason the number doesn't work well for the search, I think I usually just type in Jumble Words card (or similar). Hope this works for you too. Crafty hugs, Therese

[@bernadettedean9764]

@@lostinpaper thank you

[@bernadettedean9764]

Hi, I found it. It was under images! Thanks for the wonderful tutorial.

[@lostinpaper]

Yay! Great news Bernadette!@@bernadettedean9764

[@janetbuchanan8149]

Hi I wonder is that card still available on Cricut, because I have searched for it for 2 days now and cannot find it.........HELP.....Thanks

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Janet, the image is called 'Merry Christmas Jumble Card' and the code is #M1158B3A. Here is the post link lostinpaper.com/2021/12/12/4-easy-cricut-christmas-cards-some-design-space-tips-video/ AND I have also made a video sharing how to create your very own 'jumble' lettered card which you can find here kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIm7e4yVgN-ckLM Hope this is helpful, Crafty hugs Therese

[@elainesetterfield6535]

Hi, is there a cost for using this template please? I haven’t yet bought the machine, just checking out what I could do with it, thanks

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Elaine, If you subscribe to Design Space then this is free, but if not then it is $1.49. Although, did you know that you can download Design Space for free and check it out to see what is available. All the shapes are free and you can click on the 'free' tab to see what is there. You can also upload any SVG's (cutting files) and fonts (from your computer or free from sites like Dafont) so you could even create something like this yourself with a little practice. Hope this helps, Crafty Hugs Tx

[@elainesetterfield6535]

@@lostinpaper Thank you so much, very helpful

[@elainesetterfield6535]

@@lostinpaper Hi, could I please ask another question. I have had a look on design space as you suggested, that was very helpful thanks. I only have a tablet, will I be able to use a cricut maker via bluetooth/wifi? Many thanks, Elaine

[@lostinpaper]

@@elainesetterfield6535 Yes, you can use bluetooth/wifi and many people only use their tablets or phones. I prefer my computer because I am a little 'tablet and phone' challenged lol.

[@elainesetterfield6535]

@@lostinpaper Thank you so much

[@andreasmyth1603]

Hi. I’m not able to find this design. Is there a trick to finding it please.

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Andrea it should be in the supplies in the description below the video but it's called Merry Christmas Jumble #M1158B3A and I can't actually link the product in Design Space at Cricut, but if you go there and do a search you can find it. Hope this helps, Crafty hugs Tx

[@annazhu7684]

I saw the M#. But how do i search for this image? I typed the M# in the search bar nothing shows..

[@lostinpaper]

Hi Anna, sorry I can't get into Cricut at the moment but I also found this file can be difficult to find. Typically I search in Cricut design space for Merry Christmas Jumble Card or just Jumble Card. Hope this helps. Crafty hugs Therese

[@annazhu7684]

I see Thank you Therese!@@lostinpaper

[@lostinpaper]

Did you find it? I can get into Cricut now!@@annazhu7684

[@annazhu7684]

@@lostinpaper I found it! TY

[@CardsbyMaaike]

very nice, I watched in awe, I have no Cricut and the Scanncut software is not for me

[@lostinpaper]

You are so sweet, thank you Maaike!

[@danahickles3197]

Is this card editable? Meaning can I change it to another word?

[@lostinpaper]

No, this word is not 'editalbe'. This was a image from 'Design Space' in Cricut, but I am sure you could recreate your own version or search the shops for the word that you want in a digital format. Hope you can find it Tx

[@danahickles3197]

@@lostinpaper thank you for responding.

[@danahickles3197]

@@lostinpaper what is that style of card called?

[@lostinpaper]

@@danahickles3197 That's a hard question, this was called Merry Christmas Jumble Card... I would search for die cut word card, or use the word phrase or sentiment. I had a quick look in Cricut Design Space and couldn't see any others. But I'm sure there are. Have you seen the Insert or Cutaway cards? they would work very similarly. Hope this helps, Tx

[@almerpacificador4873]

your instructions are too slow and it wastes a lot of time.

[@lostinpaper]

Thank you for your feedback and taking the time to leave a comment. Hope you have a fabulous week!