Create custom sentiments with your Cricut | Never settle for a stamp again

[@anori1918]

If you want to eliminate the small little cuts within your sentiment offset (when doing a smaller/tighter offset), click on Contour (lower right next to Attach) afterwards and then hide the ones you don’t want cut

[@ralphtyndall]

Wow! See I'm still learning hahaha. Thanks for the tip!

[@lisanstan1]

I came here to find this reply. I knew someone would know how to eliminate those little unwanted cuts. 👍🏻

[@navoff1]

Thanks. I was just about to say the same thing. That contour feature is priceless. 😂

[@rolo7110]

OMG! You’re right! No pesky holes ever again! My Joy is my baby. I have no interest in vinyl, sublimation, etc. I love using the Joy for custom sentiments, but I never thought of writing directly on the patterned paper! I’m used to doing offsets, which is very fun. Have to admit, though, I do like the rounded edges of die cuts too. If only Cricut could come up with something like that!

[@PHALOMOON]

Awesome video. I set up my Cricut and followed step by step and made beautiful sentiments. I tried to make a shadow background ... I got close but not exact. Would love if you would do a follow up video on making a shadow layer. Hugs from Texas.

[@rachaelpatzer8761]

Please please please show more card making using the cricut. Its a nice change when card makers mix the traditional with the new. Not many out there who use both. Love all the cards you've made, i wish you all the success in your card making journey ❤

[@MWW11235]

We love a content creator that doesn’t gatekeep his secrets!!!

[@debbielivie-brown9865]

Don't ever let haters damped your enthusiasm or creativity! You are doing great. Keep going! Trolls will always be trolls. Those that matter will encourage you & I promise we shout louder. 😊😊🙌🙌

[@deniselawrie3570]

I never thought I wanted one... however, you have made it a game changer in sentiments! I'm always wanting to use words I don't have or can't find! This is definitely something to seriously consider.

[@ralphtyndall]

That's exactly why I purchased mine!

[@janettagagnon3245]

I was already making sentiments with my joy but had no idea about the offset until I saw your TikTok. I was obsessed after that. Thank you!

[@carvertmmy]

This give the look of a die cut sentiment without having to buy and store all the dies and cutting machine

[@jnelson8732]

This is the video I have been hoping for!! Thank you, Thank you! I am 60+ have been an avid stamper for more than 30 years. Love making cards, love stamping and coloring, but during Covid I wanted to try something new and purchased an Explore Air2. My kids didn''t have the patience to help me and so it hasn't gotten a whole lot of use. This is exactly what I want to do. Create my own greetings or sentiments in any color I want and cut them out. You are a lifesaver! I enjoy watching your short reels, but I'm at that age where I need more explanations and details on the how and supplies you use. I hope you find the time to do more videos for us older card makers. Your cards are great!

[@liane_kelly]

@jnelson8732 I’m with you on Ralph’s sharing this video. I was one of those that asked for a video on the Cricut Joy as there have been so many times I’ve needed a sentiment and don’t have a stamp or die for one! And thank you Ralph for posting this video for us “senior” crafters that enjoy the creating part and may be slightly technically challenged!

[@faithtester2217]

Your talking for me girl. We're in the same boat x

[@maxeenolson243]

Can this be done on an explorer

[@jnelson8732]

@maxeenolson243 I bought an Explore Air 3 during Covid expressly for this purpose. I was sure I had wasted my money. He has given me so much confidence to try again. I need to look into more colors of pens. I only have one pack of basic ink colors. I have typed out several sentiments and used the writing option and they all turned out great. Give it a try!!

[@meeganyoung8058]

@@jnelson8732why do none of our children have the patience to show us? I’m so glad for KZbinrs because I would stay lost… one day my kids are going to feel guilty lol… I’m just kidding but I like giving my daughter a hard time and then we laugh I love the pens get all the colors you can and keep on crafting I think hand made card are the best

[@karenink]

Ralph, you have made a believer of me. I now want a Cricut Joy. Sometimes I want to say something that isn’t available as a die. Also, as a retired graphic designer, I like to put together my own words and ideas.

[@annettee7627]

I’ve been wanting to do this for a couple of years, but couldn’t figure out how to do sentiments. Thanks you for a great video. Very nicely done. Clear instructions, you are organized and have a clean work area.

[@czdesign]

Don't make me buy this. I can resist. No… really… I can… Also? Functionality. LOVE it!

[@mrsmcphate]

Same here! I will not buy a Joy! I will not buy a Joy! I will not buy.......🙄

[@ralphtyndall]

I’m a bad influence…😬

[@ellenmcphate1441]

UGH....I just bought it! Ralph, you ARE a bad influence! Good thing you're so cute and funny, LOL!

[@edkennedyphotos]

You can’t keep making me want all these gadgets! I’ll be out of money!

[@soulgirl62]

i have bought a few things since ive found him too ha ha

[@ralphtyndall]

Oopsie 🤣

[@ginagibson8600]

I've constantly been on the fence about purchasing a Cricut over the last couple of years. But I'm older than Gawd, and not all that tech savy. Lol But your easy to understand instructions has me thinking about finally taking the plunge. Thank you for sharing. 😊 And I hope that you consider making another video to explain how you made the trash can the mirror ball.

[@ralphtyndall]

The little bitty joy is the perfect option to get your feet wet. Not TOO crazy expensive and simpler than their other machines.

[@deannalynnsorenson8505]

I’d like to know how you created the trash can as well!

[@irunwithink]

Great tutorial. Thanks for doing this. I was going to mention the contour feature but someone got to it. It helps immensely. I have trouble finding a fine line font, I am going to bookmark Merlot! A new fav! Thanks again! Oh, who doesn't like receiving handmade cards?? No one I know throws my cards away, they are treasure. I have a stamp I use for the back of my cards that says " This card was made by hand If you throw it away those same hands will make a doll in your image and stick pins in its butt." A good friend who appreciates handmade cards got it for me at an independent scrapbook store years ago. I need to find a replacement as it's worn out!! Xo

[@MarisaArtCrafts]

I don't have cricuit I am not going to get one but I have been very curious About them thank you😊

[@ralphtyndall]

They're not for everyone! There's something to be said about the simplicity of your traditional stamps and dies. 🙂

[@ginam2128]

Thanks for the video Ralph. Would love to see how you position your sentiments when you write inside your card. Perhaps it’s different on a Joy, but on my full size Cricut, I often find it a challenge to force them to write where I want them on the mat.

[@4ke_1978]

Well, you’re the first person I see posting a video about this function. And how interesting this is 😮 oh my!! As there are few interesting dies and stamps with Dutch text (almost everything is in English), this gives a whole branch of new possibilities. Thank you so much! I guess I will start saving now 😜😅😂🤣🤣🤣

[@ralphtyndall]

You're very welcome!

[@deirdrenel2]

Hi Ralph, this is brilliant! I never knew the cricut joy could do anything like this. I'd love to see more tutorials with this please

[@ashleysipes3788]

Thanks for sharing this Ralph, I was wondering how you were able to perfectly cut out the sentiments with your Cricut! I have a Cricut Explore and wish I had just gone with the Joy as all I use it for are small sentiments and it is hard to line up things for an A2 card using the Explore since the smallest paper size option is 8.5x11

[@ralphtyndall]

The Joy truly is the perfect size for us card makers!

[@paulalemieux2700]

I have a big shot, a cricut air and a cricut joy. Each one has their own unique features and I use them all. Thanks for the tutorial. I learned something valuable. 😊

[@donnahurder4665]

Thanks for reminding me I have the Joy!! I didn't remember that it could do sentiments! Thanks for the reminder😂

[@ralphtyndall]

Time to break that bad boy back out!

[@donnahurder4665]

@@ralphtyndall I will!!

[@copperstatenews1397]

So, there are a lot of other advantages to each of the die-cutting machine and/or the Cricut. Let's start with the Cricut: 1. You have a lot more sizing flexibility - you can make it bigger or smaller at your whim. You can even change the proportions. 2. You can customize the sentiments, as you noted. 3. You can cut/write as many as you like at one time by duplicating. 4. It can do you cuts and your fold/score lines for you (if you have the Maker or Explorer). HINT: Duplicate your score lines to get a better impression. 5. It's a lot easier on your shoulders! Die Cutting Machine: 1. Nicer looking text with a stamp. 2. A pretty, rounded edge for the cuts. 3. MUCH easier to emboss. 4. Placement is easier with a stamp. Final conclusion: Both are must-haves for the well-stocked craft room!

[@jennifermielo-shook3174]

This was SUPER helpful! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@ralphtyndall]

Of course! Happy crafting!

[@DonnasCraftingWhimsy]

Hi Ralph- I knew I could make custom sentiments- thats why I got the JOY- but I could never make it work for me. TY for giving us so much more. TY

[@dianethiel6279]

I love this video! I have a Cricut explore air 2 so I certainly can make these sentiments as you demonstrated. It’s so easy to get drawn into buying all the stamp and die sets but unnecessary because you can do just about everything on the Cricut. I have to say I have been guilty of buying way too much in the past. I really appreciate how you explain everything so well. And you make beautiful cards.

[@deannalynnsorenson8505]

I agree!

[@rachaelpatzer8761]

It's also alot less clutter not having to find room to store all the dies and stamps when it's just the one machine and a computer. Great for when you haven't got much space to craft

[@Julie-si3hi]

I have the air 2 ...do I need a joy as well ? I'm so new to card making

[@kimhull5496]

​@@Julie-si3hi i would say no, you don't need a joy. My cricut air 2 does all of this. This is just a smaller machine and maybe nice because of that.

[@LeslieKingcraft]

I do my sentiments and the inside of the card using Word on my computer and then printing it in whatever font, size, and color that I choose. I even use stock images sometimes. I have a Cricut maker but only use it if I want to shadow cut a sentiment. I find Design Space the most complicated software I’ve ever used (and I have a degree in Tech 🙄).😊

[@MarisaArtCrafts]

YAAAAY your BAAACKK!!!!😁SO happy😊

[@ralphtyndall]

Of course! Can't keep me away! 😅

[@MarisaArtCrafts]

@@ralphtyndall Your Amamzing!!!😁

[@LisaVornhagen]

That's some pretty cool stuff you did with the Joy. I have one and I love it! I don't know why, but I have never thought of making an offset to cut out text. Thank you for the inspiration! I will definitely be doing that now.

[@ralphtyndall]

Glad I could show you something new!

[@michellenadraszky8712]

Thank you for this! Very helpful & easy to understand! I have a Joy & never use it but, would like to change that!!! 😊

[@ralphtyndall]

You're welcome! 🙂

[@annettespecht8315]

Nice video! I use my silhouette machine in card making too. I love using the pen to write rather than just printing a sentiment. I agree that these cutting machines do not give as sharp a cut as a die. I am currently having fun cutting my own stencils with my cameo.

[@elizabethp2040]

Hello! I just started using my silhouette to create sentiments too even though this video is making me want a cricut joy 😂 Are you able to “write” and set the cut lines on the silhouette design program? I’m still having problems learning how to do that. Thank you!

[@annettespecht8315]

@@elizabethp2040 you can! Type your sentiment and size it . Look for the offset tool and choose external offset to give that cutting outline around the text. Change the color of the offset line to one different than your text color. After you click send, choose the "cut by line color" at the top of that page. Choose the color of your text first and change the tool from blade to pen. Click send. After the writing is done, change the selection to the color you chose for cutting and the tool to blade. Hit send. Voila! There are better instructions on youtube. Search silhouette offset and silhouette using a pen

[@elizabethp2040]

@@annettespecht8315thank you!! I’m still using an older version of the design studio and I only have a cameo 2. I’m hoping I can use your tips even with these dated options. Thanks again!! I appreciate you responding 😊

[@ralphtyndall]

Custom stencils is a great idea!

[@annettespecht8315]

You sure can. I used a cameo 2 til just last year. Still works great. Now I use my 4 plus. You can update the silhouette program for any machine no matter how old.

[@joniarcher5616]

Will you share how you made then trash can? I want to make some!

[@ralphtyndall]

Perhaps I can make a video one of these days! I believe that trash can was just a file I found on the Cricut marketplace.

[@loisswartz5716]

I have both the Joy and Sizzix die cutting machine. The Joy was a gift, and I appreciate learning how to use my Joy to create specific personalized sentiments. Thank you for your direction on saying “whatever I want”!

[@Louisianagirl_1126]

Hi Ralph, GREAT COME BACK!!!! They are just JEALOUS because their little minds can’t come up with SUPER ideas. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@yolandadunmore104]

I absolutely agree! And people who receive your cards know they are treasures!!!❤

[@debbiecarson7038]

How did you make the coffee cup card? Looks like a Starbucks cup! I have a cricut joy!

[@ravenskullmanor6587]

You shouldnt need to replace the blade that often - clean your blade by getting a rolled up ball of aluminium foil, take the blade out of the machine and gently press the button on top, then repeatedly "stab" the ball... it cleans (it doesnt sharpen) the blade of all the crap that does build up on it and will extend the life of the blade and give a better cut!

[@Books_Dogs_Wine]

I have a Cricut Joy (his name is Sebastian) but I had NO idea how to use it to full potential. This video has gotten me excited to start using it again.

[@ralphtyndall]

You know, I haven't named my Cricut! My Glowforge is named Angelica.

[@gerilynne1955]

I just need to get more organized to have time to play with my toys. Yes I called it a toy. If I rnjoy using it it's a tou. Even my stove is a toy to me. I don't toss the cards I get from people that were made. I appreciate the time they took to make them.

[@ralphtyndall]

I call them toys too 🙂

[@susanmiller592]

I have a Cricut Joy, and one of the things I use it for is to address envelopes for cards. I haven’t really used it for sentiments on the cards, but love the idea and will be trying it out. I guess I’m not creative enough to think of my own sentiments like you did.

[@ralphtyndall]

Addressing envelopes is a great idea!

[@dianerosati4973]

Thanks so so much!! I have a cricut joy..wanted it for my sentiments..couldn’t figure it out so thank you!!!!

[@ralphtyndall]

Hope you've got it rockin and rollin now!

[@lisaloiselle4562]

Great video! I will definitely try these techniques on my Maker. Thanks, Ralph!

[@ralphtyndall]

Of course, hope it helps!!

[@dianneochoa8392]

I have the Cricket Joy and I love it!! You showed me things I didn’t know so thank you!!

[@ralphtyndall]

You're welcome! 🙂

[@soulgirl62]

Thank you so much for this Ralph , as a follower on tik tok as a fellow crafter and a cricut owner.. this is so helpful to me.

[@ralphtyndall]

So glad it was helpful! 🙂

[@ladyhawkj6493]

Thank you for this great video. New subscriber and I look forward to more great videos. I got my Cricut Joy for Christmas and have only used it a few times. I find design space frustrating but it could be because I am using an iPad rather than a laptop. I love making cards and love how you showed us to make customized sentiments. I can’t wait to try that now. I also loved that you pointed out that we can use the free fonts and not have to buy them or get a subscription. Budget is tight so thank you for showing how do make things with what is available! I would love to see more Cricut Joy videos - you do such a great job breaking it down into simple understandable steps.

[@ralphtyndall]

I'll be honest, it took me a little playing around to get used to Design Space as well. Best of luck on your future crafty endeavors!

[@Cephala01]

Do I have room? No.. Am I going to buy it? After this video …yes! 😂

[@bevacole]

I love the way you use your Cricut Joy. I have one but I seldom use it. Thanks for the ideas. I think you are gonna go far! Your cards are clean and crisp. Very nice!

[@susanbollinger2844]

I don’t have a Joy. I am not that good on the computer so I would be lost. Thanks for sharing.

[@ralphtyndall]

It's definitely not for everyone! I do enjoy the simplicity of my big shot haha!

[@anori1918]

Rather than using your bone folder, run your cuts through a somewhat tight sandwich in your manual die cutting machine afterwards to make the cut smoother. It still won’t have the nice rounded look like you get from a die but it looks much more professional than the „ragged“ line you get from a blade.

[@ralphtyndall]

Great idea! Especially for smoothing cut outs in bulk.

[@Armymom65]

I get real close then get rid of those little cut bubbles before cutting 😊

[@ralphtyndall]

I'll have to try that out! I didn't even know that was an option truthfully 😂

[@conniematteo3463]

Thank you so much for doing this video, I have a Cricut Joy and am still learning how to use it. Very helpful video!

[@ralphtyndall]

You're so welcome!

[@yvonnehill743]

This was great information!! Thank you so much for sharing. One thought I had about making your fonts bolder without the need of filling them in, is to use a more bold pen. That would give thicker results without the need of filling the letters in. Thanks again!! I love your content.

[@ralphtyndall]

Yes! That is definitely an option. I have some larger markers I do use from time to time.

[@TexJudy]

I just got a Joy, my first Cricut ever and need all the help. :) Thank you, I'll be trying this asap. And thank you to all those with helpful tips in the comments!

[@j.rinker4609]

As a calligrapher, I generally write words directly on my card if I want a custom sentiment. It helps to make guidelines and use a lightbox so your lettering is straight and consistent.

[@findlayhunter4934]

This is the best Cricut write/cut video. Others seem to go so quickly. Mine is a Maker, not a Joy.

[@beeteske7414]

Thank you, Ralph! That was most helpful. Now I feel confident that I can create sentiments with my Joy.

[@ralphtyndall]

Yay!

[@espyperez5734]

You’re not the only one who makes prototypes, I also do, I guess is a perfectionist thing(?) Now I’m trying to decide on getting a Joy Cricut my craft space is limited, but it would be nice to create sentiments using my own words. Thank you for sharing!😊

[@tedweston7773]

Thanks! So grateful to get a peek at this. I have a Scan N Cut & a very old Cricut, but this looks like something I might get more use out of! Appreciate you responded to the requests for this!

[@ralphtyndall]

I've been interested in a scan and cut! I think some of the more expensive cricuts support that feature..

[@alzpodcast]

I have tons of sentiment stamps yet still have sayings I need. Thank you for this video. I'm convinced this is my next tool.

[@GrandmaGaye]

Great tutorial. Amazing tool for another creative option. As for me, I use my word processing software, print then either die cut or fussy cut the custom sentiment out. Works great with beautiful quality both in printing & cutting.

[@ralphtyndall]

That's a great option too!

[@MayholicDesign]

Your video thumbnail is so funny! Keep just being YOU! I used to use the Silhouette cutting machine and I’m glad the small machine is now available for card makers from Cricut! I still think I’ll stick to the traditional die cutting machine. Thanks for showing different uses of Cricut Joy! I might ask you to die cut custom sentiments for me. 😅😅

[@ralphtyndall]

Thanks May! 🙂 For you, I'll cut all the sentiments you need 😂

[@miniscenesgb]

Another great video - new subscriber here. I love my joy so much I got a maker 3 too :) Really interesting video, as I know I am a total amateur with those gadgets so far

[@miniscenesgb]

ust adding - best explained Cricut tutorial I've ever seen. Thank you

[@SandyHartley-c9w]

Loved this video. I learned a lot. I do own a Cricut and a Die cutting machine. There is room for both. We can never have to many tools. Thank you for the excellent tutorial!

[@ralphtyndall]

Totally room for both!

[@bethboff9455]

I appreciate all the good information you shared. I have a regular cricut but not the Joy. Something to consider! Thanks for being so clear in your instructions!

[@ralphtyndall]

You can use all these tips on the other cricut machines as well I believe!

[@pralinemocha]

ok the thumbnail for this video is a solid 12/10 hahaha

[@ralphtyndall]

Thank you! 😂

[@deborahramirez1138]

Hey Ralph I've had my Cricut Maker for over 2 1/2 yeats!!😡 I still Don't know how to use it!! I even bought a new laptop to hopefully learn how but it is just to complicated for me!! Am i stupid?? EVERONE USES THEIRS & they make it look so easy!! I just cant see the small writing on the screen🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️. I'm so mad i spent ALL THAT MONEY on both items and they just sit there!! If you could show a demo on the "MAKER" I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE IT Ralph. Thank you for your time. Im a new subscriber 👍🤗❤️. Go slow for me 😊😂 it is hard for me. Sorry. Thank your 🤗🤗

[@cydneejaneargumedodawson8650]

🥰 I love how you created the raccoon/ trash can card And the Northern skies card. Thanks so much for sharing your ideas! I never thought I might want that Joy Cricut for making my own sentiments & being able to make the sentiments look like they were die cut. How cool 🤗

[@carolprice3142]

Gotta say the raccoon card .. that is definitely a good one

[@tammy5590]

You might want to look into a Silhouette Portrait It is a 8.5x11 footprint. Similar to the Joy. It cuts so much better than the Joy. I do have both machines.

[@ralphtyndall]

I’ll have to research it! I must admit I like the small footprint because I have a tiny craft room 😂 and my big shot is still my primary die cutting machine.

[@DutchJoan]

I don't have one, but I would like one! Especially because I can't find that many sentiment stamps in my language that I really like. It sure is a a great addition to your craft room. But alas, I'm not able to afford it. Maybe with my next lustrum I can ask my family to get me one.

[@ralphtyndall]

It is great for expanding your sentiment options!

[@torakfett3351]

I JUST found your channel today and I watched the “unwritten,” card. GORGEOUS!! I’m nowhere near as good but I do have an all in one machine that might help you. It’s from We R Memory Keepers, it’s their All in One tool. It makes cards, has the ability to do cut paper, do fold marks, make envelopes, put in holes and notches, you can use your stamps, it has an extension arm. It would replace 3 of the machines I saw you use in that video. The Misty, the stamp press and the paper cutter and you’d get additional functionality. Shoot, it even allows you the ability to make bows. The price ranges from around $70 online to close to $100 in stores. Hope this helps you!! ❤

[@tedweston7773]

I can never find a stamp that says what I want to put on a card. Cut out or not, this is a great option!

[@audreye6273]

Great lesson, you have a fantastic teaching voice & style (so says the 30 yr teacher). I don't have the Joy but was intrigued in one of your previous videos. This video was quite insightful. I have a scan-n-cut & also use my computer to create sentiments both on cards & separately. I've downloaded quite a few fonts to use. I'll have to give some serious thought about adding this joy to my craft room. Thanks for creating & sharing this tutorial.

[@cloudiadame7099]

Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and very cute ideas! Would you mind sharing where you got the boards in the background, are they magnetic? This is EXACTLY what I’m looking for!!! Please and thank you!

[@darygal64]

Great video! I’m not a card maker, but I have a Joy, LOVED it and quickly outgrew it, take my advice, spend the extra $50.00 and get the Explore then you can “Print the Cut”, that would be a big game changer for a card maker!

[@cherilynn1557]

Thank you so much! I bought a Cricut Joy a few weeks ago and started regretting it soon after. Many videos later with no luck teaching me how to draw and cut sentiments and I started questioning whether the Joy could even do it. Then I saw your Short with the flowers and sentiment and knew it was possible! Your instructions were easy to understand and I successfully created along with you! Thanks!

[@gaylelazarus2394]

I have had several Cricut’s. I always used them and my grandchildren when they were much younger loved making all kinds of things. I upgraded to the Cricut Explore ( I think that was the one) found it so hard to use and I have lots of the cartridges. It’s just sitting collecting dust. Now I’m thinking of getting the JOY after watching several of your videos. What a great job you have done in a short time. 💙gayle I have to say your cards are all amazing. I would love making my own sentiments you really convinced me on the joy. I’ll sell my big cricut as it’s only sitting in storage 😢. Thanks, Ralph 💙💙

[@SheilaHammondPersonal]

I have been hemmin' and hawin' about getting a Cricut because of the learning curve - I didn't feel like I had the patience to figure it out. This little tool is EXACTLY what I was looking for - thank you SO MUCH for sharing your knowledge and presenting in such a simple way. I bought the Joy last night and am so excited to watch this tutorial on repeat! Truly - thank you. I would totally pay for these little mini classes. Give a little information to practice - it's not so overwhelming. I also love your story! I've been in IT for 25 years and I did take 5 years off to start my own fused glass studio. It's totally worth it! 🥰

[@Chrissy_Mad-Scots-Wench]

Ralph, THANK YOU for sharing this. I have a Cricut Explore Air 2 Machine that I love and like you, am driven to distraction sometimes trying to find the right sentiment for my cards and other projects, and what you shared today is a real gamechanger for me. Take Care, Remain Safe. Chrissy

[@craftcreek4624]

And p.s., people don’t throw handmade cards away, but even if they did, it’s the same with cakes, knits, jewelry…. Everything has a finite life, including us. And meanwhile #inkyfingerbliss

[@michellewissler3013]

Great video Ralph! You explained everything so well! I had no idea a Circuit Joy can do this! Now I'm thinking of getting one! Thank you so much for sharing. I appreciate you and your channel very much! Wishing you much success in this endeavor 💜

[@JessPlansAndCrafts]

Thank you for making this video!! I commented about my interest in the Joy on your previous video and am so grateful for the follow-through! I have a Silhouette Portrait 3 that I originally got for cutting my own planner stickers, but it's kind of a hassle to use for such a small card element (limited space, randomly stopped connecting with our newer laptop so we have to drag out the 10+ year old dinosaur laptop, etc...). Cricut design space has always seemed intimidating to me because of the blackout file .PNG needed for planner stickers and not understanding it all, but holy smokes! Your explanation was so clear and easy to follow! Kudos from a teacher who knows how difficult that can be. Maybe Silhouette Studio is not as user friendly, or maybe it's just a lot of user error 😂 but I can't seem to get the hang of it no matter how many tutorials I watch. The Cricut Joy seems very simple to use for what I want, which is custom sentiments. It's definitely going on my Christmas list! Thank you for taking the time to make the video and explain everything so well. I'm super excited for your upcoming news and announcements and wish you all the best in your new KZbin journey 😊❤

[@windogalaz1985]

Thank you so much. This is exactly what I've been wanting to know. I appreciate seeing what the cricut joy can do and how it works. You have a nice way way of teaching and explaining things. I enjoy your channel. Tapping slapping peeling whirling clicking snipping, flipping, shaking sounds are nice. I have an easy way I like making custom sentiments but this content is what I've been looking for so thanks again.

[@prettyrichgirl2007]

Hello I love your cards...❤ I do have the Joy and explorer 2. I also do reg die cutting...and I love doing both. Depending on my mood...like you said ..by hand gets you off screen. Thank you for the share. I would also love to know the hack. Take care.

[@skyviewmaj2]

I have a Cricut and never knew I could do all of this! Thank you🥰

[@navoff1]

I have both a Cricut Explore Air 2 and 2 manual machines, a Spellbinders 6 (my everyday machine), and a Sizzix Big Shot Plus for larger cutting projects. I think each has its pluses and minuses. I love the beveled edge created by manual dies. Plus, you can get much more detailed cuts from a manual machine (some of my cutting dies have the teeniest pieces!). Electronic cutters offer the ability to customize and get or design your own sentiments and images for very little, if any, money. You can change the size of an element to fit your design exactly or pick the perfect font. I often use them in conjunction with one another.

[@juliesharpe2612]

Oh my days, I think I do want one. I love the idea of making my own sentiments. Thank you for making this video. I have liked & subscribed, now I am saving for a Cricut Joy ❣️🫶🏼

[@momsquirrel1142]

I have a Cricut Air2 and the Joy! I love both machines but right now my favorite machine is the Joy. Its perfect to bring to crop weekends. I love that you can do simple and basic things. I cut down my scraps to fit the Joy mats. I never tried doing the drawing/writing with it. Might just have to give that a try. Loved your video! Thanks!

[@AlisaConner]

I don’t have a joy bc I have an explore air and a maker. Lol. I might have a problem. Love that you use this for card making. It’s my favorite for cards stickers and scrapbooking. ❤

[@Panachesmom]

I started cardmaking a few years ago. I bought a die cut/embossing machine. A year or so ago, I bought the Joy. It was a game changer. I bought it originally to use to write the messages inside cards. But it has enabled me to do so much more than I thought. I still use stamps, dies, and embossing folders (why limit yourself?), but I'm making cards I wouldn't have been able to make without the Joy.

[@alenedavis7657]

Thanks so much for this! I have a Cricut Joy, but wasn't using it for custom sentiments when card making, something I was wishing I could do! (I also agree with your pros and cons for the two options - die cutting machine vs. Cricut Joy.)

[@pamelamoniz608]

I have had a Cricut machine for years and love it. My pens seem to write less smoothly than yours, though, especially the metallic ones. And yes, I would like to know how to get it to fill in those letters.

[@cindydrevs3489]

Thank you so much for this video. I’ve had a Joy for awhile now but have only used it a few times. I got it specifically to do sentiments but have been too intimidated to even try. You made it look so easy! Guess I know what I’ll be doing today. Thanks for the inspiration!!!

[@KarenLeanneCreates2024]

QUESTIONS: 1) Do they have compatible calligraphy tipped pens? I think that would provide an easy fill technique. 2) Do 5x7 cards fit in this? 3) Can you cut stencils out with this machine? 4) If no to 3 and 4, what is the next machine that you would recommend? Thanks so much! I'm seriously looking for the next machine. I have the electronic Sizzex BIG SHOT SWITCH and loads of dies but want to design my own artwork for cards and journals. Karen

[@mirandar5366]

I have a brand new Cricut Joy for months now, lots of idea’s, but I cannot seem to let it do what I want it to do. I bought books about it and saw many KZbin tutorials. Nada. I saw a few of your moves, and it starts to make sense. Please keep on making these explanations, you do well, also for non English speaking natives! I also think that it helps that your a kind looking person, who is totally into it by hearth. Or so it seems. Thanky you, Miranda NL.

[@jenniferschooley5760]

The way I gasped when you showed how to take a script font down to a single pen line! I did not know that was a thing. I have an Explore 2 (older and big, but still chugging) and I'm always looking for ways to cut and write sentiments with it because I can't afford all the stamp sets and dies. Plus I love being able to write my own snarky sentiments with bonus curse words. :D These were great tips!

[@RavenClariceStahrling]

I'm so excited to see you are covering this!!! I'm heavily weighing the potential of buying a Joy... I use standard die cut machines and dies.. ❤ Love your content and chilling while your are live ❤

[@stephaniepaterson6340]

This was so interesting! I have a scanncut and can’t say it’s great. I make cards and get so fed up of it not being able to cut sentiments like you’ve just shown…..mmm ..might look at circut…..when you cut small stamped images out do you have to spend time with a pencil making sure it’s a ‘closed’ image? This drives me potty!

[@rcho12]

oh there's definitely space for it in my studio, but is there budget? absolutely not ahah 😭😅

[@ralphtyndall]

That is always an important (and dreaded) question we have to ask as well isn't it?

[@agwynne50]

I have 2 older (large) Cricuts that I very rarely use, and have never used the online features..too intimidated. You've given me hope!

[@jeanpolkoski2107]

Thanks Ralph! I have a Joy and a Maker. I think I'd like to get a white ink pen that'll fit the machine and make strip sentiments on black card with the Joy. The Cricut sans or Dear John fonts should work ok for this. I agree about the beautiful die cut edges for for strips it shouldn't really matter on a strip right? Not sure if I'd have to print it 2x or not because of the black. I do have a gold pen that I could try from Dollar Tree that is the most vibrant gold pen I've bought so far.

[@donnat4895]

Thanks for creating this video Ralph. I’m going to start trying this with my Maker ❤❤

[@ralphtyndall]

Best of luck! 🙂

[@faithtester2217]

Thanks for this. I've been given a joy. However I'm a scan n cut girl and am finding it hard to adapt. More of the same would help build my confidence and get my joy out of the box.

[@threebeansmombo8098]

😮😳 I bought a joy years ago haven’t been able to figure this out I’m gonna watch this over again see if I can also do this on a larger scale for scrapbook titles. Thank you Also, I liked and subscribed Can’t wait to see move videos like this they are so helpful ❤

[@terribishop6299]

Love your channel. I've had my cricut for a long time & feel it's a bigger pain to use. But now watching your channel I might just dig it out now. Just a fyi, both of my volumes are up as far as it will go, would you mind speakngi a little louder? Thanks, doesn't pay to get old that's for sure.