CRICUT OFF THE MAT PROJECTS FOR BEGINNERS | EASY CRICUT TUTORIAL

Follow along with me as I teach Cricut Off The Mat Projects for Beginners! You'll learn how to make large vinyl wall decals, oversized yard signs and so much more with this Easy Cricut Tutorial.
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[@mrcraftypants]

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[@angelacamacho4072]

Definitely the beginners BFF. Thanks so much. About to get some coffee and see what other videos I've missed.

[@summerkeirsey9561]

Having taught school for 30 years , you young man , should be a teacher! I’ve watched countless tutorials about this process and never really understood any of them completely.......until now! You are excellent! Thank you SOOO much for sharing your knowledge and presenting it in a way that even the most electronically challenged people(like myself) can understand!

[@melanielow6829]

I agree 💯 %

[@mssherrelleness]

I agree he is the best

[@harpin569]

DITTO!!!! I sat through a few other videos and wasted my time. I love the way you go step by step and explain each step as if we were all newbies.

[@lynetteschnarr6056]

100% agree, you are amazing at what you do ❤

[@stephaniefrandsen2088]

He is the best. Especially for us beginners.

[@nancydeeter9693]

This has to be the first video that I have truly learned so much. It was not too long but explained everything so that I could understand. Can't wait to start my project.

[@arcinesmith5837]

You are the greatest. So easy. I have to make a Christmas sign that’s 18x14 . You are a time saver, thank you Michael.

[@randomadviceypro3948]

Thank you so much. Been scratching my head all night. I’ll will try your trick in the morning.

[@lizzyr-c2708]

I want to make a 15" circle. Thank you - now I know how to get it done!

[@graciecat1918]

Thanks for this! I have zero experience and you explain things so good! Going to watch more!

[@Thesittingdownclown]

Thanks Michael, had an idea of how to do this but still learning my screen using my iPad. This helped a lot.

[@marietreloar5405]

I watched your video and was able to successfully slice a calendar template I got a large picture frame 2 years for. Today, after I get more transfer tape I will FINALLY have a calendar that I have wanted. I just got a new Cricut for Christmas and have been having a major blast. Thanks for such great instructions!

[@edwinirizarry9277]

Agreed you have a great knack for explains simply all that’s involved with this hobby! Ty!

[@user-Giovannia]

I love love love the way you explain everything so clearly. I truly appreciate you.

[@deborahgenge4786]

You are awesome!!!!!! You are a great teacher. Thank you for all that you do. Hugs

[@ms.shebossentertainment5573]

I love the tip of creating a template for each design. This is a game changer for me. Thanks for the tip.

[@karons8605]

Got Cricut Air Explorer 2 around 1 1/2 weeks ago as a gift to myself; it has sat across the room intimidating me. I'm so glad I found your videos; you explain things in a very simple way; which is needed for newbies. I wish you the best and hope the videos keep coming.

[@sjones2335]

I can't thank you enough for this video. This helped me more than anything else I've watched on KZbin for Cricut slicing - and commands in general. I can't wait to watch other videos you have on your channel.

[@cristinajunco1690]

Love the parchment paper trick

[@mrcraftypants]

It really is a game changer! 😊

[@reneetaylor2166]

You're tutorial are the best I've watched. You have a great personality and you explain things in manner that is simple to understand. I've learned so much from you. Thanks from the bottom of my ❤

[@jobaxter2230]

You are the best teacher!

[@OurHearthandHome]

You’re an awesome teacher!!!! Beginner here! Feeling more confident! Thank you!

[@Anita_Vacation]

This was the first time I’ve seen one of your videos. Great job!!! I’ve been very nervous to use my cricut but you explain things very well and made me excited to try to craft again. Thank you!!!!

[@jennifersalazar7516]

I truly appreciate this tutorial! I need to print my husbands decals for his work truck and couldn't figure out how to do it with the size limitations. Thank you :)

[@akianimations3975]

This opens up a new world with joy

[@mrcraftypants]

It really does!! 😊 Game changer!

[@lori-jocarroll]

Super great idea!! Makes the image more manageable and it won’t be rolling and/or sticking to itself.

[@drakewilliams10dw]

This was so good, I have to thank you twice. Thanks again!

[@vickymargiotta425]

I just found your videos. The ones I have watched so far I found to be very helpful. I am new to cricut so don’t really know what I’m doing yet. Your videos have helped me a lot. Thank you.

[@millywatts3141]

I just adore you. Thank you so much for ALL your help. I am new and I just love your videos. Learning alot. They say you can't teach old dogs new tricks, well you have.

[@kathyd5394]

I love your tutorial. I love the calm, no nonsense way you share your knowledge. This slicing method is going to make things much easier. Thanks so much!

[@shanapatterson5014]

New subscriber and I just got my Air2 and let me tell you I cant thank you enough for helping me. You have showed me so much in the 3 days I've been watching you! Thank you!

[@kimobrien9848]

Thankyouverymuch, this was so helpful.

[@traceygralley9254]

You are a great teacher!! I'm learning so much from you! You explain everything in understandable terms and in a clear voice :) Thank you so much!

[@KaedasB]

thank you so much for this tutorial. You just opened a new world for me working with my cricut joy.

[@mrcraftypants]

You’re so welcome! this is a huge game changer for the Joy! 😊❤️

[@brittanypoplin5284]

Getting ready to start on my first larger than the mat project and this made me feel so much more confident! Thanks!

[@jimbeattie6566]

Excellent video Michael!💯

[@enedinaflores6564]

Why have I not found n followed you sooner ... your videos n info on perfect

[@marybraunlich]

First time watching you as I am a Cricut newbie. FANTASTIC! You are very straight forward and make it soo easy to understand! Am looking for more of your tutorials definitely!

[@teddiev2720]

Your video just popped up. Glad it it. I subscribed and am looking forward to your tutorials. Thank you🙏

[@Sallygirlride69]

Great teacher! Very informative and detailed wording makes it very easy to understand. Thank you!

[@sherylwade9788]

Amazing! I just made a wolf with card stock.

[@shawna278]

I so so Love the red arrows you use to demonstrate. It is often difficult to follow along with the mouse.

[@MsPIP-zr4kj]

Thanks I'm new to the cricut and I plan on jumping right in running, I love how well you explain step by step! glad I found you❣👍🏾

[@kokopellicodcs3499]

THANK YOU for explaining it SO thoroughly. I, also, links for the supplies you recommend.

[@ninafalana7561]

Yessss Thrift Stores! I find soooo much💕

[@tracypickering3420]

Love the little sign. Love it with the Covid going around too

[@AmericanPatriot-wo3tk]

Awesome instructions

[@elishaspears4177]

New subscriber! I’m doing research to see if I think I got what it takes to be a cricut owner haha I love your videos! You explain everything great!! Thank you!! I can’t wait to make my purchase!

[@mrcraftypants]

You definitely have what it takes! If I can do it, anyone can! 😊

[@aprilstrickland780]

Wow, this is one of the best tutorial I've seen! Thanks!

[@gwendolynmontgomery8609]

This was very informative. I love watching and listening to you. Constant learning on my new cricuit.

[@mgee0802]

I just love your tutorial. You make it look so easy. 👏🏼

[@Wendyb473]

Love this. Thank you xx

[@amyferguson6052]

Awesome video - very easy to understand. Thanks!

[@mrcraftypants]

Thank you so much, Amy!! 😊❤️

[@julieblanco9372]

I’m so happy to have found your page from other crafters. You explain everything so well and show us the steps too. New subscriber 🙋🏽‍♀️ and I will be referring my friends to you.

[@johnsawyer1273]

, I learn so much thank you

[@ninafalana7561]

OMG!!! I’ve been up literally almost all night watching your videos ❤️ I can’t get enough ❤️ You are definitely my new favorite🤗 I’ve done subscribed and can’t believe I’m just finding you😩 SHAME ON ME🙃

[@mccubbinaerial6000]

I bought a Cricut with the intent of just doing a few vinyls for my drones and company. But literally my office room is covered in vinyl backings and off cuts. I have spent the last 4 nights searching for png and svgs with total determination. Just wanted to say that I work with video editing all day and the storyboarding, content, and even the use of your motion graphics is top notch you def have a background in videography. BTW super clean lighting. I appreciate the time you take to make this and btw you freaking ROCK! Sub'd after two videos for those things alone besides stellar teaching skills (teach-ability? Is that a thing?) lol. Take care. I haven't checked your inventory yet but hoping you have some stuff about using Inkscape or Adobe Illustrator/Design instead of Cricut Design space which I do not care for! Or even B Sure cuts a lot is better. Ill check it out..Thanks for y0ur hard work! ;)

[@mccubbinaerial6000]

Quick thought... You should add another cam but a 3D one, it makes it soooo much easier in POST to grab the right angles for these walkthroughs to even incorporate multi view windows during tuts... but whatever man you got this. SOO happy I found the channel the others are incredibly bloated with affiliate link pushing and or their own ebook of "Cricut secrets" or should I say multi volume sets.. LMAO .

[@pattyavendt221]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, love your videos ❤️

[@wendyvasquez7263]

Your are best thank you very very much ❤️❤️

[@chrisbeavers2290]

Love it...did you mirror image?

[@michelleromero8251]

what cricut machine would be best for t-shirt making. There's a few to choose from but I don't know which one is best?

[@frenchy6684]

love the bathroom sayings? The referral site to buy the wood is not working. Any other place we can buy them. Your videos are so informative

[@eleahclevenger7375]

I need that "wash your hands" design for my house.. both bathrooms!! Lol 😆

[@lynnlynnc4111]

Love the ease in which you explain material.

[@SharoninKentucky]

Can the printing part of this Cricut hack be used for a full page Sublimation picture?

[@blkdiamond7227]

HI how do you do this on iPhone I got lost at the hold down shift bit. Also could you show us how to do the same thing but with a large circular image. Thank you in advance.

[@jennabobenna3631]

Do you slow your videos down to like 0.75x speed before you upload them?

[@jamesaalona7730]

Your so Awesome

[@QuiK075]

That’s pretty cool, what’s the name of the font?

[@MONSTERXC70]

I just got my cricut explore air 2 for Christmas. Made one decal no problem trying to make a large one but I'm not getting the red X, following step by step and no red X. I get a ⚠️ on the right side saying it's to large. I need help!!!

[@stephanieatkins906]

Could you please do the intermediate Mickey mouse vacation back pack on design space I'm trying to make it and its fabric I need help please. I need to see it made step by step

[@brendabrown916]

Can i do this on the joy?

[@chazza4595]

What I dont understand is, if you have a 3x3 cut image. So say 30 inches. It doesnt work where you can click the image then the block that is the center one. It wont let you choose the 11.5 x 11.5 that is in the center.

[@karensauls2039]

What if the image has multiple colors?

[@Zest4life890]

Ok so why did you make a 2nd image, then to delete, then move over to your you first image then to make it?

[@jowaller69]

You have become my new channel to binge watch

[@mhthomas1221]

I’ve watched a LOT of how-to videos for Cricut and have settled on Mr. Crafty Pants as my favorite. Here’s why: * His pace is steady and perfectly matched with the video. He does not “gloss over” steps. When he says measure your surface, the video shows him doing that. I am a visual learner and easily overwhelmed by a barrage of words that will just cause my brain to shut down. So this pace is perfect. * Mr. CP does not assume I know basic steps. Other videos will say enter this and that, usually on a screen shot that I cannot see and I have no clue what they are talking about. Mr. CP’s screen view is large enough to see and I love those red arrows!! He will say things like, “I’m going RIGHT HERE” and then shows me how to do the thing. *. He gives all the links I need to find the items I would need to make the project. *. He is cost conscious. * He is reassuring and makes me feel like I can actually do this. Thank you!

[@mrcraftypants]

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[@schufamily]

I like that you get to the project without too much talking about unrelated things or too much information. I fast forward a lot of tutorials, but I don’t with yours because I don’t want to miss the progress.

[@mrcraftypants]

I’m happy to help! 😊❤️ Thank you so much for watching!

[@elainedaniels6541]

I totally agree. A lot of these kind of videos are more talk than instructions.

[@patstrawhouse4005]

Great tips on welding and slicing! I really appreciate the way you use the red arrow & circle graphics to direct us to the feature/tool that you’re going to use next. Stay well!

[@puppypaws5408]

I love all your videos, I learn so much everytime, you're such a good teacher! I just got into the cricuit world and you are helping me tremendously!

[@mrcraftypants]

That makes my day, Jacey!! Thank you so much!! I’m so glad they’re helping!! 😊❤️

[@lizarrrdbeth]

Hallelujah!!! I was in a panic about a large project I was given. Saint Mr. Crafty Pants to the rescue.

[@alishasoto1322]

Making my dad his fathers day gift and I'm so glad I came to the right channel!! Thanks a bunch for helping me understand!

[@robinbeda8928]

Awesome vide love the way you made this, I new you could do it but didn't know how

[@mrcraftypants]

Thanks Robin 🤩

[@candacelinville5749]

Michael!!! I love the new set up! Gorgeous Darling! Also, so glad I caught this! I watched last night but came back to rewatch... I made a large truck decal for a customer last night and was so funny you posted right when I needed it! Lol!! Also, I’m sooo sooo excited about what’s coming! 😉 Much Love! ☮️💗

[@mrcraftypants]

Hey Candace! Thank you so much!! I love when things show up right on time! 😊 P.S. meee tooo!! I have to keep pinching myself! ❤️

[@gcgc8542]

I’ve watched so many videos on how to use the Cricut machine, but I must say I love watching you the most. You explain everything with details and examples, making learning and understanding our cutting machine much easier! I truly am SO thankful for your videos!

[@mrcraftypants]

I am SO glad these videos are helping! That truly means the world to me! 😊❤️ Thank you SO much for watching!!

[@michellewilkinson5127]

I absolutely agree! I've paid $200 for a cricut course and I wish I would have found Michael before I spent that money! I come here or to his fb group for all my questions!💜

[@Ndelleify]

So true. So glad I found him. Too bad I didnt sooner.

[@sarachristiansen9292]

@@michellewilkinson5127 Mr. Crafty Pants might not know it but he is my teacher and has shown me EVERYTHING I know about my Cri-Cut. LoL Inside joke with my kids. We dont call it a Cricut. ; )

[@michellewilkinson5127]

@@sarachristiansen9292 awesome thanks a ton. I'll see if I can get a reply.

[@simonewarren3378]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm new to the Circut gang. Your videos are helping me out a lot.

[@mrcraftypants]

Welcome to the Cricut family, Simone! I’m so glad they’re helping! 😊❤️

[@kitacole3517]

Excellent video…thank you!!! I did subscribe…hit the notification bell…&…submitting this comment…I’m all in!!

[@mrcraftypants]

Awww thank you so much Kita! I really do appreciate that!

[@aliciabirdsong316]

I am new to cricut but if I keep watching you, I'll be a pro in no time! Love ya.

[@kathleenmcfarland2855]

Thank you once again Michael....Michael to the rescue🎉

[@RachelWillismydisorganizedlife]

Just the tutorial I needed! Thanks so much for posting this- it's going to be a game changer for me!!! P.S. Just bought my ticket for Makerfest with you and Jen and I'm so excited about it!!!

[@janetveon4951]

THANK YOU!!, Just what I needed to make my next project!! Love it the sign!

[@mrcraftypants]

So glad you found what you needed! 🤩

[@nomaddesigner]

loved the video Michael. I needed the knowhow to make a stencil for a silkscreen frame to make some flags. Your instructions worked a treat, thank you

[@mrcraftypants]

So glad they were helpful!! Thank you for watching!

[@cynthiapalmer7112]

Thank you so much for making this video. I have watched so many and you are the only one who really explained this to me. I have a Cricut Explorer Air 2 and I am making an 18x22 USA map to put on a round wood plaque to show all the places we have traveled as a family and couldn't figure out o=howuntil now. Thank you again!!!!!

[@lorenawilliams4229]

Hey there first time watching and new subscriber, I really liked this video, keep them coming.

[@mrcraftypants]

Thanks so much, Lorena! 😊❤️

[@nancyportillo1835]

Do u have issues with DS being glitchy or taking forever to load something?

[@karenleal9395]

This was extremely helpful! I never knew how to create an oversized vinyl image. Thank you so much!

[@mrcraftypants]

I’m so glad it helped, Karen! 😊

[@christinamontmore7703]

I am so thankful I found your channel! I am a newbie and you have taught me soooooo much! I love your calm demeanor and the wonderful way you explain things. YOU ARE AMAZING!!! Thank you so much for all you do!! 💕

[@mrcraftypants]

Thank you so much, Christina! That means the world to me! ❤️

[@anitachiquita78]

Thank you for this awesome tips

[@jpla8716]

Hi MrCrafty Pants,I don't have a cutting machine nor am I crafty,BUT this video showed up in my feed and I'm completely intrigued. Has me thinking since losing my job because of the pandemic, maybe this is something I can teach myself and possibly turn into a business. My only concern is,would I be able to access all of the necessary tools for sale on the small island of Barbados. Am definitely going to binge watch your channel over the next couple days. I feel like this is a sign of sorts. You're such a great teacher.

[@mrcraftypants]

Thank you so much for watching! I’m so glad you stumbled across my channel! 😊 I’m so sorry that you lost your job, this has been such a hard time on so many and my heart goes out to you! I can tell you that there are quite a few people that I’m aware of that do this as a business. As far as finding the materials in Barbados... I’m not entirely certain what all will be readily available, but I would definitely check to see which companies ship there if you can’t find items in your local stores. Materials like StarCraft HD permanent vinyl and Oracal 651 are both high quality, affordable alternatives to Cricut vinyl that would be more cost effective and would return a higher profit. I hope that helps a little bit. 😊

[@jpla8716]

@@mrcraftypants Thank you so much for responding and for the recommendations. Will definitely keep them in mind.

[@debraressel6641]

I was gifted a Cricut Maker about 4 mths ago and have not used it yet. I am totally clueless. Is there a site that will help afraid new users?

[@mrcraftypants]

I use the Cricut Maker in about 99% of my videos and do step-by-step instructions. Feel free to watch through the videos on my channel because I’m sure that will help tremendously! 😊 Also, request to join our Facebook group! It’s a super helpful group of people where everyone helps each other out with Cricut related questions. There’s tons of beginners there! 😊 facebook.com/groups/cricutcraftingcommunity/?ref=share

[@debraressel6641]

@@mrcraftypants Thank you so much. I have a request in for your FB and will check out your videos. I hope this enables me to use my Cricut since it is just sitting on my table in sewing/craft room.

[@raquelmorales6349]

Thank you for this video! I am so glad I found this channel through your Cricut Facebook Page. You explain everything so thoroughly and simply. I am at a loss for the thumbs down you receive. EDIT** I am curious on how you do test cuts.

[@angelaobrien1710]

AWESOME!!!...FINALLY!...a good thorough video i can understand....👍😍