7 Cricut Mistakes You’re Probably Making

[@TheBetheeboo]

what i love about design bundle videos...there is no constant sales pitch going on, nothing like a 20 minute video, containg 15 minutes of sales pitch. you learn, so much from these videos, but you do see the coolest products too. they just aren' shoved in you face ❤❤❤❤

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you so much, Beth! Crystal does a great job of teaching us new things while showing off the best designs! - Dawn

[@pbondcasa]

I just received my first Cricut, a Maker, yesterday. However, I have been watching videos, searching reviews and tips, etc. for months. Yesterday, I ran across your channel and can I just say I think you are the most clear and concise instructor and easy to watch. Seriously, I think I will learn so much from you! Thank you so much!!!

[@DesignBundles]

That's great to hear! If you need any help or have any questions, just let us know! 😀 ~ Katie

[@jazzari02]

My gawd woman, the gems you dropped in this tutorial🙌🏾!! When I saw that your trimmer had a ruler I was like 😳no way!! I quickly ran downstairs🏃🏾‍♀️ to get my trimmer and my mind was blown🤯 I never new there was a ruler attached!! Thank you for this awesome tutorial you just made my day😃😃!!

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Shannon! Thank you so much! I am so happy it was useful! It seems like few people didn't know the trimmer had a ruler so I am happy I mentioned it 😅 Thank you so much ❤️

[@rsent4026]

That totally happened to me! I had mine for 6 months before I saw a video that showed it and ran to mine to check. They should advertise that a little better!

[@jazzari02]

Yes, they could at least add a sticker on the bottom or somewhere to let you know. I've had mine for 2yrs and didn't know!!!

[@elizabethmuehlen4317]

I didn't know it had a ruler! Thank you!

[@miniscenesgb]

New Maker 3 owner here. This video is awesome. I've had a Joy for a while and even with the little Joy I've made some of these mistakes. Particularly interested in the tack down thing - not seen that explained anywhere.. Also the way to line up multiple layers. Thank you so much

[@wileycovington4497]

Snap mat for Android would be helpful.

[@DesignBundles]

we will work on that

[@irpat54]

do I get a prize for making all 7 mistakes?....lol... thanks for posting this... I'm just learning this machine, it is fun, that's for sure and for certain...

[@DesignBundles]

🤣 We have all made them you are not alone

[@melindagibson8606]

I tried to get the Halloween bundle so many times but was expired. But the ad kept running and still.. expired. Darn! Oh well! Next time. I love these videos though! You are awesome!

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Melinda! Halloween Craft Bundle is right here designbundles.net/the-halloween-craft-bundle?ref=AhLQUz :) It is still active for another 23 days as of today :)

[@angieveasey671]

I am having a issue with my cricut maker. I just received it 2 days ago. I am trying to print and cut for your sublimation hack video. I first could not get my Epson printer to print landscape. I have changed the setting in my desktop settings as well as the printer setting. Now I have changed my page size in design space to A4 and I cannot get it to print. It kicks out a blank piece of paper. Please help...

[@DesignBundles]

for your printer settings try photo paper

[@crystalfarmer4074]

I'm beyond frustrated. Design space did an update and now a design that is 10X8 is telling me I have to have a 12X24 mat to cut it.

[@DesignBundles]

Oh no! I would contact customer support for sure

[@darlenevenus4398]

I've never tried to use offset. I think I need to try this.

[@DesignBundles]

Yay! Hope it works well !

[@arleneaugustahair8393]

It’s fun!

[@rprmlr772]

Very helpful! Thank you!

[@anitaulmer]

With just about every video, I'm adding something new to my Amazon cart. 😁 I'm looking forward to trying out some leather projects. Thanks for all of these tips, Crystal. My favorite one from you is using the Cricut 3 inch ruler to line up design on shirts. it's been years and I still use it!

[@DesignBundles]

Yay ! So happy it was useful Anita ❤️

[@shacarr6844]

Great..i put my Cricket away. I hate it but watching you makes me want to try and use it again.

[@arleneaugustahair8393]

Go for it!

[@DesignBundles]

You can do it Sha! 🤗

[@makeitwork8367]

I think the biggest mistake beginners make is NOT knowing the trimmer has a ruler 😂😂😂. I was quite shocked when I found out😊 OMGAWD that IPod cover was so cute

[@DesignBundles]

Hahah great point! So many people now said that they didn't know ! Who would have known this would be the most useful advice? 🤣

[@emmastock8441]

I never knew!! You have just blown my mind. Checked trimmer and found the pull out ruler extension. My family are wondering what the fuss is about 😂😂

[@makeitwork8367]

@@emmastock8441 only we get the TRUE excitement to that

[@tinarichardson8085]

I am wanting to make print then cut double sided tags. But I can’t get them to line up front and back. I’ve tried making my sheet the largest possible but it always prints slightly off. What’s the trick?

[@DesignBundles]

Tina I have not tried this but I will do some test and come back to you on this

[@tinarichardson8085]

@@DesignBundles this would be a great video to show his to make Christmas tags. I’ve been trying to make cocoa Bomb labels with a print then cut design on a circle cut out with a circle cut out for the tie. I print both sides but use one side to cut out. I’ve seen some say to reverse how your paper feeds into the printer for back but I still could not get this to work. It always seems shifted to the right about 1/4 -1/2 inch.

[@Purebeachlove]

Omg I didn’t know you could change the background in design space! Thanks for the tip!

[@DesignBundles]

Glad I could help Aimee!

[@millylopez6913]

Thanks for the great video!! Subscriber for life

[@-cotton-bri-]

I wish I saw this video sooner!! The shrinking htv happened to me. Definitely trying again after watching this video, because i was ready to give up on that part! Thank you for this helpful video

[@DesignBundles]

Your so welcome happy to help

[@nicolegero2473]

This is the best video I've seen on KZbin in a very long time. Thank you!

[@mariewelch6605]

I love using leather for making earrings and I do struggle with getting it to cut through on my maker so thank you for this.

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you Marie! So happy it was helpful ❤️

[@brendawootenporter]

oh WOW!!! I have been using CDS since launch and I never knew you could change the background color of the mat!!! thanks for that!!

[@DesignBundles]

Happy to help!

[@lesliesimerlink4630]

I love your videos you do a awesome job explaining how to do things. I had my machine way before I started using it. I've been watching your videos and learned a lot from them. Thank you so much for all these tips.

[@DesignBundles]

You're welcome! That's great to hear you are using your machine now! 😀

[@jackeridge8213]

I really enjoyed this alot! I especially like the layering and the print then cut. I always have a problem layering, but know your instructions will help. I haven't done print then cut before and am now ready to try it. Thanks so much!

[@DesignBundles]

Yay! We are so glad you enjoyed it and learned something new

[@surgicaltechcrafter2169]

Love the vinyl vs htv tips. Thank you

[@rhondakennedy819]

Hello. Be safe out there people. Love to all

[@ruthshellnorth-troup7351]

If I did not want to add a offset, could I still flatten it and will it still cut around just the design without the offset

[@DesignBundles]

Check to see if the flatten option is available if so I would do a test cut on one

[@pamgeorge3835]

I have a couple of questions. I have made many many t-shirts for family and friends. On at least 3 of the shirts part of the vinyl has come loose. I am always so careful about time and temperature. What could be causing the vinyl to come loose? Also, if I am using two different brands of vinyl (ex. Siser & Cricut) and they have different time and temperature settings, I have been changing the settings between layers. Do I need to continue to do that? I'm always afraid the higher setting would be too much to use on both vinyls. OK, one more question. Is there really a one year shelf life on vinyl? What happens if it is older than a year and you use it? Do both HTV and adhesive vinyl have the shelf life? Thank you for your videos!

[@DesignBundles]

sounds like moisture make sure you pull the moisture out of the t-shirt press for 5-10 sec before you press your HTV then if that's not it add more pressure

[@pamgeorge3835]

@@DesignBundles Thank you.

[@SimoneHaraSisiblum]

This design is so cute

[@DesignBundles]

It is isn’t it?

[@josielevy4184]

My wonderful sister gifted me a Maker-3 couple weeks ago, and boy I’m so glad I came across this video. I’m very impressed. You just gained a new subscriber.

[@DesignBundles]

Glad it was helpful Josie ! If you ever have any questions make sure you leave them in the comments!

[@sunshinemarie3550]

😊HELLOOOO everything is new (cricut maker or explorer )can you tell me if the features for print and cut have changed I haven’t been able to access it to cut stickers

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! The new size is still in Beta mode but you can change that in your setting! - Dawn

[@jodiecraft2910]

Feel better Crystal!

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you Jodie ❤️

[@pnadeau78]

Thank you so much this was so so helpful, I wondering as I've been looking everywhere to find out what material can be press and not press or layered together and I can't find anything. Would you be able to let me know if possible. Thank you so much. 😊

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! What type of machine are you using? - Dawn

[@amymanganaro4243]

I never thought about using your images for stickers! Definitely doing this!

[@DesignBundles]

Yes! Any PNG file can be used for a sticker! Dawn 🙂

[@donnadas2438]

I'm new to Cricut so have been watching lots of tutorials but this is by far the best I've seen, very clear and to the point and no waffle 😊 I'm off to check out the rest of your channel. Thanks!

[@DesignBundles]

That's great to hear! If you need any help please let us know! 😀 ~ Katie

[@pbondcasa]

I agree! Too many videos on other channels spend way too much time on the intro. I love it when they get right to the point, don’t talk incessantly and just show you how to do it and tell you what you need to do. No fuss. Right to the point. Makes me happy!

[@lindalaney2642]

Thank you so much I enjoyed the video while having a chemotherapy treatment.

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you for watching, Linda!! ☃️☃️☃️

[@jeanwinters7579]

thank you for the video, 1st time watching, I will watch again.

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Jean! Thank you so much and we're glad you enjoyed the video! We also have a wonderful Facebook community if you would like to join us: facebook.com/groups/1930716583871665 Enjoy your weekend and happy crafting! - Dawn 🙂

[@ellen-marie6692]

This was/is super, super helpful!! Thank you! It was great to know the print, then cut area can be increased when it defaults smaller with less on the page, also really loved the tips about pre-cutting unneeded material prior to loading - question about that: how much does it matter if the size of the trimmed piece isn’t in the list of material sizes - it makes me nervous when I can’t select a matching size or even enter a custom one 🤔. I’ll be sure to check some of the other related videos you mentioned!

[@DesignBundles]

Honestly it does not matter I would not focus on the materials size just the size of your mat and cut the material to size

[@ellen-marie6692]

@@DesignBundles wonderful, thank you!

[@wileycovington4497]

Or rather the color of the background of print then cut. Offsets blend in if they are white.

[@melindagibson8606]

Bahahaha...ok the lollipop 🍭 actually made me LOL!

[@DesignBundles]

🤣

[@KatMSmith]

Ok, I got an explore 3 for Christmas. Cut HL faux leather, paper thin, more pressure THREE ! 3 passes!!! It still didn’t cut. What?

[@DesignBundles]

Which blade were you using? - Agata

[@KatMSmith]

@@DesignBundles the fine tip I believe it’s called. The one that came with my Explore 3

[@patricianorthcott1908]

Orange

[@JenniferJohnson-kj1ll]

Orange

[@michellemoore4817]

Purple

[@connieabbott4972]

Please tell me ahere you got the ipod case pattern.

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Connie! Can you please try this link: designbundles.net/ogcrafts/1568858-airpods-pro-case-svg-airpod-pro-cover-template-fau?ref=AhLQUz

[@angelagarza9930]

Oh my! About 30 minutes before I watched this video I made one of the mistakes. Lol. I tracked down my first layer with no problem, but instead of just taking down the next smaller layer, I used the whole 30 seconds press. Now I know why I got lines embedded into my first layer. Learned something new today! Thank you!

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you for sharing Angela! Didn't we all do that ? 🙈

[@bettypierson6303]

Thank you for all your hints…

[@DesignBundles]

Glad you like them!

[@debbiegultch2414]

Great tips! thank you!

[@DesignBundles]

You are very welcome!

[@StoneHazeCraze]

Can't get enough of your videos mind you I'm a compulsive spender in design bundles to . I love love the way you select a few from design bundles and start our imagination flowing .. god knows I've needed it many times when I've got a creative block . Cheers from Australia plz 👋

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you so much Patricia! I'm always trying to find new ways to craft and I am so happy it inspires you!

[@kathiestapleton4151]

#replay. Thank you Crystal for these tips. They’re all good reminders. I liked the tip on how to tell which vinyl is which, so helpful! Keep up the great tutorials!

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you so much Katie!

[@creationsbyclo9325]

You always produce informative helpful videos, thank you

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you! We're so happy to hear you like them! 🥰

[@LisaVornhagen]

Thank you! There are so many great tips here! I think how to trim the vinyl the correct way is the most helpful. That always kind of confused me. I'm terrible with any kind of measurements!

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you so much Lisa! Glad it was helpful ❤️

[@tashathomas8051]

Everything was informative. I have been using my machine 2 years off and on and I am still learning. I want to learn layering

[@DesignBundles]

You can do it! It takes time but obviously practicing is everything!

[@monkeyta615]

thank you so much for all the tips, my wow one was the flatten on cricut. i never do it right, thank you, actually i have several wows from this video. thank you

[@DesignBundles]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you ❤️

[@tturner2042]

Love the leather hacks and the cutting before you put your vinyl on the mat 👌 thanks for sharing

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you !

[@daffyduck8244]

Thank you Thank you. Finally a how to put in a offset video. 🥰🥰🥰

[@DesignBundles]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gerryannbrown9645]

Thanks for all those tips, They are so helpful. That was a much needed video!❤

[@DesignBundles]

You are so welcome! So glad it was helpful Gerryann!

[@wileycovington4497]

One thing I wish we could do is change the color of the mat so we can see offsets before cutting. That would help if we need to move things around.

[@DesignBundles]

True! Good point!

[@robinhorne9027]

Thanks a lot for the tips. We need these reminders. Always learning ! 🤓

[@DesignBundles]

You're welcome!

[@sparks_create]

Great information

[@DesignBundles]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jennygeorge6591]

I just got a Cricut as a gift but no materials.🤷‍♀️ What vinyl do you recommend, I heard they're brand, Siser, with me learning I don't want to waste money or products. Thanks Jenny p.s. I've already learned a lot! 😊

[@DesignBundles]

I love siser easy weed and start craft too!

[@arleneaugustahair8393]

I found a vinyl store in my area. See if your area has one. If not, wait until the vinyl goes on sale.

[@suemarie6032]

Thanks so much for the great tips!

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you Sue!

[@lynnbrown2829]

The sticker tips were soooo helpful!

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you!

[@maeve4385]

❤

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you for participating ! ❤️

[@helenmortimer9923]

The design link for the ear pod cases isn't working, click on it and it comes up as error 404 😪

[@DesignBundles]

So sorry for that. Can you try this one? designbundles.net/ogcrafts/1568858-airpods-pro-case-svg-airpod-pro-cover-template-fau?ref=AhLQUz

[@helenmortimer9923]

@@DesignBundles that works, thank you 😊

[@DesignBundles]

You're welcome! 😊

[@tarakane5263]

Orange

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you for participating!

[@connieabbott4972]

Where do you get the patterns for the ipod case?

[@vickielawson5121]

These are so helpful

[@DesignBundles]

Yay! Thank you!

[@bridgetbanerjea7588]

Yep, I've done all of these. 🫣 I'm worst about shrinking HTV. Also I don't always check if it's cold or warm peel and I'm impatient so I sometimes try to pull off too soon.