How to Use the Foil Quill on a Cricut

[@lakotacamp8533]

I'm posting this for anyone who is like me who is having trouble with the fine point quill tearing the foil. In my case, I'm using thin calfskin leather, approximately the same thickness as the thinnest tooling leather option from the material settings. I'm using the cricut maker 2. The issue, I think, is that the tip is too pointy. I have tried adjusting the material settings pressure but as this quill slot A for pens instead of slot b for cutting/debossing/engraving, I don't think that the changes I make to material settings affect the pressure of the pen. I have tried wetting the surface of the leather before placing the foil but that didn't help. I tried an adhesive spray for the foil but that caused flecks of foil to end up on the leather where I didn't want them. I have tried many different material settings. My solution is this: First, you need to have the foil as tight across the material as you can get it. Second, allow the fine-point quill to heat for at least 15 minutes. Third, select "Tissue Paper" as your material substrate. I believe it's the material with the least pressure the cricut maker applies, but I can't confirm that. Finally, and this is the tricky part but the part that actually got this working for me consistently, when you load the quill with the adapter into slot A, don't place it all the way down into the slot as far as it can go. Have the quill completely seated in the cricut adapter, but then have the adapter seated so that the top of the "C" on the adapter is still visible above the top of slot A. I have the top of slot A about level with the tip of the top hook of the letter "C", the top terminus of the line (hope that makes sense). You'll likely have to try adjusting how far into slot A you need to seat the quill/how much of the "C" you need visible to get that sweet-spot where it isn't tearing the foil but it is leaving complete, filled lines on the substrate. Once I did I marked the line so I could find it again. With this method I was able to get the thing working consistently on textured calfskin without tearing on a very small and intricate/detailed design. With the standard quill I was just able to use tooling leather setting and it worked great but was too thick for the details of the design. Haven't tried bold quill yet. Hope that this helps anyone having this problem.

[@lumare]

you are an absolute GODSEND Angie. I really admire how in-depth and detailed your videos are.

[@dawnb1715]

I am so, so happy that you made this video!!!! I watched someone else's video on removing the insert for the pen holder and I couldn't get it out I have the Maker. So I was disappointed that I would not be able to use the foil quill with my machine. This morning I found your video and voila you explained it perfectly and I was able to get the piece out and play with my foil quill!!!!! I love this foiling method. Even my husband was impressed with my sample. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video!!! :)

[@AngieHolden]

So happy it helped!

[@civilizeddiva]

This channel is a treasure! Thank you, Angie.

[@AngieHolden]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@civilizeddiva]

@@AngieHolden00:31-00:44: We are responsible adults and should read Cricut manufacturer instructions/information, but speaking for myself, sometimes, I skip that step. Great reminder to be mindful as these machines are expensive.

[@sandrawagner6309]

Thanks so much for a great video. I'd never used the pen holder side for anything other than pens, so I didn't know I could remove it. Love my Foil Quill. Love my Cricut.

[@cpech2]

I used this on velum and it came out beautifully!!

[@andreao415]

First time seeing one of your videos. Excellent explanation. Ready to use this tool without having to look at other vides. Thank you!!!!

[@stephaniehumphrey1054]

Angie ,This is my first time watching your video . I love the fact you didn't edit your video and take out the fact that it ripped your first cut & you clarified why! There is a honest truth in your personally that some of the people's videos will never have . It is a quality you can't buy or fake . Thank you !

[@AngieHolden]

You are very welcome!

[@nikkihoffman2891]

Thanks for reminding me I have a foil quill, LOL! I’ll take it out tomorrow! Nice video!♥️♥️♥️

[@brenshev6957]

Absolutely love your channel ! You have so many ideas with great tips and all the information needed to be successful. I have been watching all your different crafting projects. I recently bought the cricket joy. While I was out getting supplies I came across this foil quill you answered all my questions without asking. ( will not use this on my circuit) I want to make things with my grandkids. You are helping me so much. My love for crafting is one of my happy places ❣️Thank you!

[@amberschlipp6759]

This was super duper helpful, thank you!! I didn’t know it voids the warranty!

[@junechristian6717]

I bought one of these on sale at Walmart and thought what am I gonna use this for but I know I need this 🤣 thanks for the video.

[@AngieHolden]

Hope you like it!

[@abbygigi8345]

Thank you so much fro making this video!!! There weren’t too many reviews on the website

[@AngieHolden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@PAndrew002]

I think you are awesome. I love your videos. Very helpful.

[@MichelleSmith-kv5vc]

hmm I know it's subject to taste, but I actually liked the sketchy look of the filled font using the thicker quill!

[@CorinneBlackstone]

I see the foil sticks to your mat if you get it on there. thats for sure something to watch out for.

[@AngieHolden]

Definitely!

[@TanyaLillie]

Thank you for the demo. Can you foil other than the Memory Keeper’s brand?

[@AngieHolden]

It would need to be a heat activated foil. Not all foils are the same.

[@silviahurtado6449]

You are a life saver thank you so much for this video 🙌🏼💖

[@AngieHolden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dreamdancer84]

This was really really helpful. Wondering what's the We R Memory Keepers magnetic board for?

[@AngieHolden]

It is to hold the foil for this tool. I didn't really love it so I never did a video on it.

[@arifsoeprijono8128]

can it be used other than in cricut cutting machines such as graftek, gcc, jinka and others? in Indonesia, how come there isn't one for sale like that?

[@AngieHolden]

I am not sure about other machines.

[@maryrayner6029]

Have ever thought of trying to inset the text to fill and do a different colour in the middle??

[@AngieHolden]

Cricut does not offer a true fill option.

[@meaganpereira1876]

Super helpful! Thank you!

[@hersheyqueenlisa]

Great tips! I’m not afraid to try it now.

[@hj_muaheatherjane8795]

Newby here, does cricut have metallic markers so you can get that “foil” look without voiding the warranty?

[@AngieHolden]

Cricut now has its own foil tool and you can see more here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5ndiH6qZ5mLsKM

[@crystalbewriting]

Great video Angie!

[@AngieHolden]

Glad you liked it!!

[@maryrayner6029]

I bought the kit and it didn’t have the adapters.. I bought a pack of adapters from clearance.. Does t have the metal piece either… Looking forward to trying it as my bookbinding foil is heat transfer..,

[@StephanieKngh]

I can only seem to get it to do outlines of text….how did you get it to just do a single line if that makes any sense?

[@AngieHolden]

Try this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYuUq52DqcaKm8U

[@StephanieKngh]

Oooooo thank you so much! I will try this out.

[@mandyn8663]

Great tutorial.. ive been very tempted to get this now im sure about it thank you x

[@jodywomack1966]

Does anyone know how to fill in the letters? Every design I do it only outlines the letters.

[@AngieHolden]

You can find a writing font and it will write but Cricut does not do fill.

[@alexandraquindamo3871]

Thanks for this video. Question?? I tried to to a project using the thickest quill and when i click on make it my cricut machine keeps telling me to put the quill in slot B, which does not fit at all... Any solutions?

[@AngieHolden]

You need to make your lines draw lines to use the quill and it will ask for a pen which you will put in side A. You are probably changing them to foil lines but that is for the Cricut foil transfer tool.

[@arifsoeprijono257]

can it be used on other brands of cutting machines such as grafteck, jinka, gcc, cameo?

[@AngieHolden]

I am not sure.

[@arifsoeprijono257]

@@AngieHolden ehmmm...

[@carolinegilbert8945]

Hello, would this work with the cricut expression machine ?? thankyou for sharing.

[@AngieHolden]

I think it should!

[@tammy7759]

Great video! Thank you so much!

[@annaknollcheysvin4501]

This is a great tutorial, thank you! What pen setting should you set the Cricut Design Space to for the quill?

[@AngieHolden]

It really doesn't matter. Just pick any of them!

[@brigitteRN]

Could the heat tape that is used with Infusible Ink be wrapped around the quill pen to help protect the machine from the heater quill?

[@AngieHolden]

I don't think that would help. The main part of the heat is in the tip.

[@briannascalise1431]

Can I have a link to the material you used to put foil on?? I bought this on sale at Walmart an was scared to try it.

[@AngieHolden]

I used matboard from the craft store in the framing section.

[@ameerarenee6408]

Very good tutorial! I’m getting my foil quill tonight! Can’t wait! Have you been using the the foil quill consistently since July? Have you noticed any difference in your machine since you’ve been using it?

[@AngieHolden]

I am using it only on my older Explore and I haven't noticed anything. And yes I use it pretty regularly actually.

[@ameerarenee6408]

Angie Holden Thank you !💗

[@beingreezy]

What’s the difference between this and the foil transfer kit from cricut

[@AngieHolden]

I have a comparison in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5ndiH6qZ5mLsKM

[@AshleyBrown-qj2mo]

What machine should I use the We R Memory Keeper cutting tools on if not the cricut?

[@AngieHolden]

These quills? You can put them on a Cricut? They have adapters for other machines as well.

[@AshleyBrown-qj2mo]

@@AngieHolden And it will work with the Cricut Maker? Sorry for all the questions, I just got my cricut yesterday :)

[@AngieHolden]

You can use these. I do like the Cricut foil tool better and it is cheaper. You can see it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5ndiH6qZ5mLsKM

[@AshleyBrown-qj2mo]

@@AngieHolden Angie, than yo so much, you are incredibly talented!

[@crops4fun]

Did you set the material you were using on the Cricut Design Space?

[@AngieHolden]

Yes. Pick the material you are putting it on.

[@delainechmelyk]

Is it better to tape the foil to the mat and not your substrate to avoid damage?

[@AngieHolden]

I have started doing it right on the edge so the tape is on the mat but I have the minimal amount of foil required. That works best for me.

[@sylvianunez3969]

Have you tried on Acrylic?

[@AngieHolden]

I have not.

[@mrs.p5115]

Thank you, Angie!

[@cricutcrafter1006]

I Love My Cricut because I can be creative with it.

[@jaynebuchanan2837]

Can you use 3 mm clear acrylic with this foil quill

[@AngieHolden]

I have never used acrylic with it so I am not sure. 3 mm will not fit in your machine, however.

[@jaynebuchanan2837]

@@AngieHolden thank you

[@jBano-vr5hk]

Is this compatable with design space from the phone app ?

[@AngieHolden]

Yes it would be as Design Space sees it as a pen.

[@argelysgonzalez4221]

Hi Angela! great video!! I have been looking for a way to do a similar project, but I don't know how to do it so that it is not drawn around the letter. could you help me? please, I would thank you infinitely!! Kisses from Panama

[@AngieHolden]

It will always draw around the outer edge of the letters as fill is not supported.

[@hypefine]

Follow up? Did the foil quill damage your machine? Doesn’t seem like it will???

[@AngieHolden]

I have not seen any damage. Cricut did release a foil tool that does not use heat and is actually cheaper. You can see it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5ndiH6qZ5mLsKM

[@mirleykag.gonzalez6675]

Hi, what’s the name of the font? And where can I find writing fonts to use with the foil quill? Thanks

[@AngieHolden]

Totally not sure as I experimented with a few. I usually sort my Cricut fonts by all that have a writing option and start picking them and seeing what they will look like.

[@KarleyHall]

@@AngieHolden It's the Karley Sketch haha-- ask me how I know haha

[@ColeenCho]

@@KarleyHall where can I get this font?

[@funnylikethat0415]

@@ColeenCho it’s probably on Cricut Design Space.

[@veroariail615]

Hi, would this be strong enough for engraving?

[@veroariail615]

On silicone I mean

[@AngieHolden]

No. It is more like a pen.

[@SwitchOSC]

What type of material did you use? I most likely will be trying cardstock.

[@AngieHolden]

I used cardstock for all of these tests.

[@SwitchOSC]

Angie Holden thank you!

[@keenadarling3]

Hello, I have a cricut maker. Just purchased a month ago. I received the foil quill as a gift. I figured out how to get it plugged in right, but I cant it to use clamp A instead of clamp B. Anyone help?

[@AngieHolden]

Remove the insert in clamp a and it should fit right in. Then change whatever you want to draw to draw lines.

[@keenadarling3]

@@AngieHolden I got it to go into clamp A. The problem is I cant get the program to let me chose to use Clamp A instead of Clamp B.

[@AngieHolden]

Do the lines as draw lines and use it like a pen.

[@hazers31]

Corina Nash i having same problem, I put it in clamp A machine doesn’t seem to recognise it and uses B but adapter on quill won’t fit in B, it will work for a bit then pop up out, I’m completely lost 🤷‍♀️

[@trenaantoine7573]

I just bought this for $10 on clearance at Walmart. I have a 3 year extended warranty with Walmart so I am covered if this messes up my machine.

[@LaynieFingers]

Dude, I thought I got a great deal! I got mine last week for $20! It's been on the clearance aisle for months, but I wasn't going to buy it for $40! Now I'm trying to figure it out...

[@whenitrainsitpours6890]

Thank you for the video. Also, where did you get the shelves and binders in the background? Love how organized you are :)

[@AngieHolden]

You can see more about that here: www.thecountrychiccottage.net/cricut-craft-room/

[@marywaters405]

Great video, what a wonderful teacher you are! Just wanted to ask, what material did you use, is it matboard? And how thick is it? I kept wondering what setting you chose in design space for your substrate. And did you have to move the star wheels out of the way? Thanks in advance!

[@AngieHolden]

I am using matboard. Choose either the matboard setting or watercolor paper or something else really thick. And yes move the star wheels for this thick of a material.

[@donnajones1348]

Did you move your white wheels to the side

[@AngieHolden]

I would yes. Just push them over.

[@conniel.4601]

Just discovered you today, subscribed. Great video! What’s the first font you used ? If you said, I missed it. Thanks.

[@AngieHolden]

Welcome! I think it is Babette. And sorry I didn't actually say in the video!

[@conniel.4601]

Angie Holden thanks!

[@sandrakgurney.canyouusecar6135]

Can you use card stock

[@AngieHolden]

Yep! Works on cardstock.

[@laviniaarnoldhand4578]

Where can I purchased more foil

[@AngieHolden]

I buy mine off Amazon. Just be sure it is heat reactive and NOT adhesive reactive. I get the We R Memory Keepers brand just to be safe.

[@laviniaarnoldhand4578]

Angie Holden thank you so much!!!! You are a life saver! Doing wedding invites❤️

[@laloops]

This looks the same as when I used metallic gel pens in my cricut. I wonder what a side by side would look like

[@AngieHolden]

That would be an interesting comparison! I need to try that!

[@cathyl5888]

U can use other products other than cricut other than cricut brand,the only thing u need to use that’s cricut brand with the cricut is the housings,checked with and verified with cricut

[@AngieHolden]

You can use materials that are not Cricut. When you add other blades and/or housings, you do void your warranty. This product involves changing out the housing and using a non-Cricut tool.

[@d.g.4499]

Also, I think the warranty is only good for a year, so you don't have to worry about voiding it if the machine is older than that.

[@AngieHolden]

You are definitely correct there.

[@elialtarriba]

Does it work with Cricut Joy? Thanks

[@AngieHolden]

I have not tried that! I will try to put it in and see what happens. Maybe a future video?

[@Sharonmarshall66]

From what I've seen of the Joy, it probably won't. The tool carriage is a different size from Maker and Explore Air 2. WRMK wouldn't have the time to release an adapter to work with the Joy just yet. Plus, with Angie's warning, it would void the Joy's warranty unless there has been an agreement between the two companies.

[@AngieHolden]

Sharon is correct! I will not be using my quill in my Joy at all. The carriage is a WAY different size and everything I have tried in it DOES NOT work but I have not pulled out the quill yet.

[@xxxriotxxx]

The quills will fit in the Joy without any adaptor, however without an adaptor you will need to test depth (compare it to the pen the joy comes with) so it’s not too low or not in enough to hit the material

[@lizziewhizz2307]

Great tutorial and very informative. My question is, why bother when you can use the metallic pens that do the same job? I can't see what the foil actually does different to pens, sorry if I have grasped the difference?

[@AngieHolden]

It is actually a really big difference in person!

[@wirewrappedforsale]

Thank you very much

[@AngieHolden]

You are welcome

[@Theredheadguru]

Has it been tested with the machine yet I really want this it’ll save me from buying a laser printer just for the Heidi swap minc machine

[@AngieHolden]

No it has not been tested on a Cricut.

[@Theredheadguru]

Angie Holden boooo, does it get extremely hot? And would you recommend using it? Or would it be better to use foil vinyl instead? I have a cricut maker

[@AngieHolden]

It does get fairly hot. They do have the guard with it. Depending on what you are making they have adhesive foil that looks really good and you cut it just like vinyl!

[@Theredheadguru]

Angie Holden okay great thank you!

[@jennyfertorres1304]

Hi, Could You Send me the link for the Item, I don't know where to purchase

[@AngieHolden]

Buy the foil quill I purchased here: (affiliate link) amzn.to/2J3l4DK

[@joancook8454]

Did you plug the Foil Quill into the Cricut USB port? OR did you use another power source? I think the only concern for possibly damaging the Cricut would be using the Cricut as the power source. What do you think? Awesome tool & video. TFS Also I noticed you had the star wheels moved to the side, I guess they could leave marks on the foil, right?

[@AngieHolden]

I would plug it into another power source. I think the concern on the machine is the effect of the heat from the quill long term. And yes you will need to move your star wheels to the side!

[@lindastewart1669]

Brilliant

[@katherinesearing7525]

Tearing means to the foil was not tight enough

[@Mimithecrafter]

have you found any problems with the cricut using the quill

[@AngieHolden]

I have had zero problems so far.

[@sandravega9987]

Did you plug it in the cricut or in an outlet?

[@AngieHolden]

I always use an outlet or extension cord.

[@luckypewpew6694]

So excited to try this out when I buy this definitely using your link for amazon. I just checked joanns to compare prices and it’s on sale for 89.99 🤭 that’s a crazy difference

[@AngieHolden]

Definitely get the deal!!

[@Creationsbyjessika]

I purchased mine at joanns for $50 it was on sale plus a Michaels coupon for an addition 20% off on sale items.

[@crow9669]

Is that foil that stuck to your mat?

[@AngieHolden]

Yes!! That was totally my fault. I put it down on accident!

[@crow9669]

@@AngieHolden did it come off easily??

[@AngieHolden]

The residue did not come off easily! I do have a video on washing Cricut mats and that is what I had to do. You can see that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/foHao3eLp7acr8U . My advice would be NOT to let the foil touch your mat!

[@diannajackson2966]

awesome thank u

[@AngieHolden]

You bet!

[@trinasvideos]

Does it look like a babies face on the foil at 7:16 , to anyone else? 😳

[@judithdreitzler2398]

I don't think you had the foil taunt that is why it tore.

[@AngieHolden]

I always leave the mistakes as well as the success just so you can see it.

[@JessicaHill]

The quote 😂

[@AngieHolden]

I just had to use it!

[@TheMountainbobcat]

October 10/2020, so mad when it finally arrived, quill pen standard tip. Where the devil do I plug this thing in, and the instructions so vague? the one peice of paper of instructions, vague again, show a partial white plastic square that its plugged into, what is this? why didn't it come with the product? how does one use this pen ? TERRIBLE .

[@AngieHolden]

You have to have a USB adapter to plug it into the wall. It doesn't come with that.

[@TheMountainbobcat]

Thats whats wrong with buying this stuff, need this and that to make it work, but you buy a mixer and the motor isn't sold separately.

[@AngieHolden]

I actually agree on this one. I hate when the adapter box is not included!

[@LizWroten]

I love my cricut but frankly the Quill which I have been trying out isn't impressing me much. I've had fun with it but other things do just as good a job. Kinda feel like I wasted money.

[@AngieHolden]

I mean I like mine but I think I could live without it.

[@clarissafitzpatrick1543]

You did not have tight abed gold side down not silver

[@AngieHolden]

It is definitely the silver side down. I have made many of these at this point. The first one I did not have tight enough but I did fix that if you watch the entire video.

[@pierluigicolotto9570]

I've heard good feedback about the Woodglut plans.