CRICUT: Everything I Wish I Knew When I First Started! | Maker Academy Weekend 2022 Tool Class

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[@debraholuska7773]

Once again Jennifer you never cease to amaze... Awesome as usual! This was a great refresher tutorial even after a few years. Thanks

[@JenniferMaker]

So happy it was helpful! 😊🌻

[@rendaowe]

IKR!?

[@debrahonegger1501]

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[@julielewis-el4ue]

Ohhh refresher, I was like what? I’m completely new

[@allisongorham7389]

What would be great for a beginner’s tutorial, is an explanation of what each part of DS does….eg welding, attaching, etc, and when or why to use it…that is the most confusing part for me as a beginner…you tell what to use, but don’t explain why or what each function….so I don’t know the right steps…very intimidating

[@Itseemedlikeagoodida]

Jennifer, you are a natural teacher and soo likeable. If you're a horrible person in real life I never want to know because i'd be crushed! 🤣 You're awesome. Thanks for all you do for us❣️

[@artorilester7661]

The Master Miyagi of Cricut among other crafts. I appreciate the time and to the point videos she does. Her personality is inviting and understanding. She had me at first video. I’ve been sticking with her ever since.

[@JenniferMaker]

Wow! Thanks so much!

[@Susie-C-J]

Thank you for being so encouraging & for taking the time to keep us newbies onboard. I usually just try to “figure it out”😅but with your direction & advice I have saved a ton of time, money, & years of my life 😂. Be Well!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much! Happy to hear that!

[@1krazyclovis]

Just got the Circut maker 3 for Christmas and your tutorial made it super easy to put as many labels in the sample canvas sheet it comes with so I already started labeling things around the house. Can't wait to learn how to do the kind of stuff you have on your background!!!

[@jeanettemartin2776]

Yes I am joining you too. Can’t wait. I learn so much from you every time I listen to you tutorials. Thank you Jennifer.

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay, thank you!

[@jnjhawaii5879]

Jennifer you are an amazing teacher and I appreciate that you shared this! Watching the replay as I missed the live❤

[@JenniferMaker]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@jacquihudson778]

❤❤ I’m so glad for your patience and encouragement in your instruction. You are an inspiration.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much!

[@kimberlyhastings316]

Jennifer you have opened up a whole new world for me and my Cricut. I was ready to sell it when I decided to sit down and try do something with it. I found your video and the rest is history. Thank you Thank you Thank you

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@mariaveljky]

You’re an amazing teacher. I’m grateful I found your channel. You shared very useful tricks! ❤ thank you for sharing & spending the time to Create this video ❤

[@emilym9002]

Thanks Jennifer! I’ve been a bit intimidated since my husband got the cricut for me for Christmas. I feel much better now getting started!

[@bhhunt4963]

What a wonderful refresher. Things I have forgotten about have been brought back again. Thanks so much💝

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@user-bc1ch6lu3t]

Thank You! I love watching and learning from you. I am just starting and learning so much!

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so glad! Thank you!

[@KellyMoore4846]

I can't thank you enough for this video. As a new cricut user, all of this information is beyond valuable. You are the best!

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful! 😊🌻

[@zumbaqueen]

OMG I've had a Cricut Explore Air 2 sitting in a box for 3 years and now after finding your videos I'm going to take it out and give it a whirl. Thank you and please don't stop sharing your videos.❤

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! You can sing up here to get the free handout. makeracademy.com/cricutkickoff/

[@debbykeathley8272]

I hope you’ve opened up your Cricut by now and tried out some projects. I started with HTV, then went to vinyl adhesives, then to card-making. I hope you’re experimenting with your machine. 👍🏼

[@laurenmiller2331]

That was awesome! I just opened my new Cricut and made lots of mistakes. Fortunately, my hubby found you and sent me the link! So extremely helpful!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

What a wonderful hubby! 😊🌻

[@renellenrodriguez]

I love your tutorials and sharing the great tips on helping get the most out of my cricut! Love the compactness of the xtra with the capability of the regular cricut! We love love love stickers and customizing our own. Enjoyed your comparison on waterproofing stickers! I work as a nurse at a day surgery unit. We at times have pediatric pts and need to customize our giveaways from adults to children. If I got this cricut joy xtra, I would use it to make stickers for our pediatric patients for their water cups and iron ons their belongings bag!

[@triceywilson6653]

I just got my cricut explore 3 yesterday. I have never used any Cricut product before now! I'm so excited I found your channel and this video is the 1st I've watched! Very informative!! Thank you.

[@JenniferMaker]

Have fun!

[@tinakiker7898]

I'm a graphic designer by trade, and this feels so much like Adobe Illustrator! that I'll have a great headstart when my machine gets here!

[@captainyourmom]

I just got a Cricut and found your channel. I'm learning SO MUCH. Thank you!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@kevenhughes390]

You've given me more real-world practical in 12 minutes so far than from other videos.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm happy to help🥰

[@Itseemedlikeagoodida]

Great refresher! Didn't know about the "control/2 to resize the image on my canvas. Thank you! 😁

[@gsmith5140]

Love your videos. Finally took the plunge and got the Explore 3. Excited!

[@andreawyckoff424]

I’ve been using Cricut since 2018 and did not know about Ctrl-2 until just now! Thank you for your videos!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@DiRidpath]

OMG! I love the engraved acrylic!

[@ramseagles]

I’m excited to find your channel!! I’m a Michigander too. I lived in the Grand Rapids my whole life until 2 years ago. Now we are out west. I miss home!!

[@oceanblue3803]

You are just delightful! I love your videos because your instructions are so easy to follow. Thank you so much!

[@LowKiBeauti]

All good tips and tricks. Thank you. PS there is a lip on the top lid of the larger machines which work as a holder for the mats. I found this hack on tiktok and helps with lining up the mats when replacing the protective sheet😊

[@user-wu9qn2wp4l]

I just finished watching your video. I just want to say thank you for all of your tips. I also want to say that you are truly a lovely person. In the way that you provide the I formation really captures your attention. You explain things so clearly I can’t wait to really start using my cricut. I will be watching all of your video classes.

[@JenniferMaker]

Wow, thank you!🥰

[@T3COLY]

New subscriber and new cricut user. Excited to learn how to use a cricut machine ❤

[@stephanieann2001]

Here too

[@setfreethecaptive]

Me three

[@miraworldus]

Just got my first Cricut (Maker 3), and super happy to have found you, and this video! I just ordered your book as well. Thank you! ❤️

[@JenniferMaker]

So glad to help! Thanks so much!

[@campingstickkids]

I just got the cricut maker 3 for Christmas. I’m so glad I found you. I’ve already watched hours of your tutorials.Thanks so much. I’m so excited to start making.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 😊🌻

[@yvonneivory6946]

Oh, I am sticking with you, you are amazing, so easy to understand , thank you very much 😊❤️

[@francamolinaro3587]

Wonderful Jennifer. Thanks for all you teach us. You opened me a creative world I didn't know existed. Thanks again. ❤❤❤

[@JenniferMaker]

So happy you're here crafting with us! 😊🌻

[@nkmhorton]

I just got an Explorer Air2 and have been watching videos on KZbin and you, by far, the best! Thank you from Nova Scotia, Canada!

[@JenniferMaker]

Oh my goodness, thank you so much! I'm glad you find my videos helpful! 💗

[@CraftedKeepsakesofTexas]

You are awesome! Always such an inspiration. Thank you for all you do for us.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@donnaestes410]

You are queen of crafting! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@JenniferMaker]

Wow, thank you!

[@Itskinghailey]

You’re such a delight thank you for all your effort to make these videos for us 😊

[@JenniferMaker]

So nice of you to say, Thank you!💗

[@ljack2229]

I still have and use one of the first styles. I got it in 2007. I did get the new Cricut Maker 3 for Christmas!! Cant wait to use it. Thank you so much for the helpful videos!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@barbarasebaugh7956]

Wow, so informative!! Thanks Jennifer!! I'm new to cricut. Just got a Maker & a Joy!

[@jeangaring6224]

Big thanks Jennifer for all your helpful tips today❤❤❤❤

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 😊🌻

[@anaramos6487]

That is why I always come back to your videos! I definitely prefer having a wireless connection , HOWEVER, while working on a big project it got disconnected and my printer went haywire, reprinting the same thing and it was awful! Now I use the cable but I should of rewatched your video first ! I also will use the blade cleaning method you suggested as my blade gets dirty and sometimes i struggle to clean it!

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so happy to help!! 😊🌻

[@michaeltyborski4802]

I am not a crafter, yet. However, I decided to invest in the Cricut Maker 3 fabric cutting bundle. It's a very nice product. I'm impressed with the quality and ease-of-use. Interestingly, the tutorials did not show much about wood and fabric cutting. I needed to search for KZbin presentations and books to begin learning what to do. One of your presentations appeared. Thank you for being an excellent teacher and writer. I'm looking forward to turning Maker 3 into a useful tool for my fabrication center. Your tutorials will make that possible. Thank you!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! I am happy to help.

[@HurricaneHektor]

Thank you for having this here! Just purchased an Explore 3, should be here sometime this week and I can't wait!!!! (Totally new to this style of craft, so I can't wait to start my new journey!!! lol)

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay! Have fun! 😃

[@amberjohnson1504]

MI here too! First time watching, new to cricut. I've had The Maker for almost a year but I just unwrapped it and made my first shirt last week.. 🤪

[@DianePacella]

thank you thank you thank you! I am a new user and am very overwhelmed...don't know where to start. Found your videos and they are awesome! So much to learn!

[@donnarichey144]

I love your skirt. I am watching for my 2 daughters that have a cricut. I don't have one. I am an old lady of 80. Just enjoy watching. God Bless you

[@elizabethvallely4044]

Aww I miss the lived so sorry 😢 was on FaceTime with my sister in Ireland, got to watch the time difference for next week, I lived in Chilliwack B.C. Canada! You are a brilliant teacherJennifer thank you so much for everything! Really enjoy this class 😊 yes I have use your idea on cleaning the tools and the mat awesome 👏 👏👏I have the Cricut Make#3 thank you Jennifer once again hugs Liz ❤PS Got My Ticket!!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Yay! Thank you! You can watch the replay of it.

[@kathypeart7031]

Thanks Jennifer! After watching your tutorial I was able to figure out I have an outdated machine that is no longer supported. Expression 2 ; so I can use it somewhat until I get a new updated version, can't wait. You will be my go to!

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! I'm so happy you found us! 😊🌻

[@godiswatching2342]

Thank you so much for these great tips!!! I actually forgot about the hidden compartment in my cricut air and when I opened it up after viewing this video, I found my lost cricut scraper!

[@JenniferMaker]

That's awesome! 😃

[@donnamccrae5753]

I love watching you. You give and teach so much information on everything. I only just purchased a Cricut Joy

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you!🥰

[@cynthiajarecki6868]

Excellent Video as usual! I learn something EVERY time I watch your videos. I'm In Toledo Ohio we're neighbors

[@pattiepan]

I loved your program and I haven't used my Cricut since the pandemic. I have forgotten so much but now I feel the need to get busy again as my husband passed away and I feel I need it to give me a new interest to be excited for. I need help getting started so I would like to start with you.....pat

[@DebbieMurtaugh]

Thank you Jennifer, you are amazing and very interesting. I am new with Cricut so it is of course very overwhelming. Thank you agian

[@robincrowder1652]

Thank you for the great tutorial video. I really liked the tip about cleaning the blade with a aluminum foil ball.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@lyjoco59]

Awesome tips Jennifer ... looking forward to the live event.

[@JenniferMaker]

Awesome! Thank you! 😊🌻

[@TheDowntown02]

Local Michigander here! My maker just arrived and you walked me through the set up so thank you!! ✋❤

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome my Michigander friend!

[@debbieosborne3622]

I appreciate all of the info provided!

[@kathydevere1648]

I’m learning so much from all your tips.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so glad! 😊🌻

[@hazmagiacontusmanos3130]

Love all the tips, you helped me A LOT! Thank you very much

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! I love to hear that! 😊🌻

[@janetnieves2629]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR DOING THIS VIDEO!!! I'm hoping to get a Cricut Maker soon and knowing I can use the Design Space prior, to learn how to use it is AMAZING!!! THANK YOU, AGAIN!

[@JenniferMaker]

My pleasure! 💗

[@lindaharry3128]

Thank you for all your tips!

[@VickieMcDonough]

I've got my ticket and can't wait for the Maker Academy weekend.

[@JenniferMaker]

Wonderful! 😃

[@anaicam]

Im new in your channel, THANK YOU, you give a lot of confidence and its relaxing listening to your voice!

[@JenniferMaker]

Welcome! I'm so happy you're here! 😊🌻

[@amandacarr7204]

You are my family now! Thanks so much!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@LisaVornhagen]

This was great! I missed the live so I watched the replay. I didn't know about the ctrl+2 tip, so thank you for that! I'm really looking forward to the Maker weekend!

[@JenniferMaker]

Can't wait to see you there! 😊🌻

[@hmtigiriss]

This is so helpful! I’m only 30 minutes in, and it’s awesome sauces!

[@JenniferMaker]

So happy to hear that! 😃

[@Cissy_is_crafty_and_happy]

You are a Godsend. You are my absolute favorite person

[@JenniferMaker]

Awww, I'm so glad you found it helpful! 💗

[@lisaquintana4104]

Outstanding instructions! I did not know about the corner test and the plastic knife!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you!

[@marianelaquintana1936]

omg i love your videos, i just got a new Maker it was a present and im clue less... thank you

[@lindakrebs4898]

loved your video- super helpful and especially love your enthusiasm. thanks

[@JenniferMaker]

You are very welcome!

[@user-cd6mh8hu9z]

I have the xtra but still scared. I love watching you and learning from you

[@kandypowell6133]

just learned cricut design space thanks to you jennifer your awsome thank you.

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm so happy to help! 😃

[@joanhodgson4706]

Can't wait to make those angels!

[@bukiewilliams3069]

Thanks for all these tips

[@lesleycoren249]

Wow... I just found you and are amazed in what I have learned I am going get my cricut it was a gift and have yet to use it... Joined and I am so encouraged by you. Thank you so much...

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@elbarush6035]

Jennifer thank you for your video, you are a great teacher!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!🥰

[@lynncookcook6342]

I recommend your channel all the time.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks so much!

[@basharatwaheed8937]

Thank you Jennifer You are so kind

[@JenniferMaker]

Aww, thanks so much!

[@jcordes8297]

Cant' Wait for Maker Weekend

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad to hear that!

[@TANZIE39]

Thanks for the tip on the blades.

[@JenniferMaker]

You're welcome! 💗

[@belindahicks6137]

Thank you Jennifer!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@christyboron2116]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom!! I appreciate you~~

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! 😃

[@cindyhale7153]

Love this . Thank you

[@user-ke8dy7cf2e]

i can tell you are so genuine. Thank you!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

I appreciate that!

[@JenniferMaker]

I appreciate that!

[@user-mp9py1pp6r]

What a GREAT tutorial. I have been so frustrated with the learning process (yes, I’m a Cricut virgin-I have a Explore Air 2) that I almost gave up. I have new hope now. You are very good at what you do and I will visit your website soon. Thank you so much from a newbie in Calgary, Canada.

[@JenniferMaker]

You can do it! We have a free series of online classes that show you how to set up and begin creating with your machine as a new Cricut owner! Here's the link to sign up: makeracademy.com/cricutkickoff

[@rebecarod1475]

Excellent refresher 🎊 🎉

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad to hear that!

[@ginghamandyarn422]

omg I am so excited to find help I have a machine and used it once🤦‍♀️also from MI!🎉

[@darlenen1414]

I cant wait for the classes next week... finally got my joy card bundle kit and some extra goodies

[@JenniferMaker]

How exciting! 😊🌻

[@darlenen1414]

I gave my friend my old one and she bought me the joy cause i have no room for the large one..and she couldnt afford to buy the large one so we both win!

[@mckeon1960]

A little excited here in Dublin lol overjoyed In fact, hadn't used my maker for a while, kind of stuck for ideas and know how

[@MrJdarosa111]

Also loved your video! So informative.

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@irenechandler2948]

Thank you for sharing, I have been thinking about getting a Cricut.

[@JenniferMaker]

Go for it! Here is a comparison. jennifermaker.com/which-cricut-should-i-buy/

[@xaviertaylor759]

Great tips. Much appreciated for sharing.

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so very welcome! 💗

[@redneckbeautywithdebra6888]

I so needed this❤️

[@JenniferMaker]

😃❤️

[@dottyrobinson7568]

I just subscribed to you. I am getting a cricut tomorrow and Your the best for beginners. I will follow you. thanks!!!

[@JenniferMaker]

YAY! I'm so happy to hear that you'll be crafting with us! Welcome! 😊🌻

[@ashleyhayesturlington5337]

Awesome video! For the undo part, you can also use CTRL+Z (Windows) to undo. MAC may have a comparable command.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! 😃

[@sherrybaer4472]

Wonderful job!

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@sondid3489]

I'm watching live, but for some reason I can't comment! I am really looking forward to watching you today!

[@JenniferMaker]

I saw you! 😊🌻

[@Texas_Jen]

Love your tutorial

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@donnamalinski5780]

I don't even have a Cricut and still watched your video. Not sure which one to buy. Thanks for sharing, you are very interesting and easy to understand.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thank you! Here is a comparison if you are interested. jennifermaker.com/which-cricut-should-i-buy/