How to Engrave Acrylic and Metal with the Cricut Maker 3 Engraving Tool | Cricut Maker Series

[@suzetterodriguez1855]

Thank you for making videos that are straight to the point and easy to follow. At my age I don't have the time or the patience for videos that are super long and filled with fluff. You have changed my outlook on the cricut and have motivated me to get back into crafting witch is my passion. Thank you and god bless

[@DIYAlex]

Those are my favorite kinds of tutorials to watch, so that’s what I make! I’m so glad they’re helpful for you!

[@lakshmisrinivasan7066]

Yes. It was straight to the point without wasting our time. Continue your good work.

[@gapeach14]

Just bought my Cricut Maker 3 today. I'm so excited!

[@DIYAlex]

Yay! Congratulations!

[@galeem713]

I talked to cricut before buying and they told me the maker was the stronger machine.

[@frankjarvie643]

Suggestion… before buying a lot of items, or attempting your first project, watch a lot of videos, and there are a whole lot of them right here on KZbin. You’ll be happy you did. Happy crafting! 😊

[@Ayakristinable]

Thank you for being the most succinct explainer! Really helped this newbie out ❤

[@DIYAlex]

I’m so glad it was helpful!

[@ForeverSongMinistries]

Alex, you are amazing. You beautifully explained the process and have a gifting for teaching. Thank you!

[@DIYAlex]

Wow, thank you!😊

[@lorrainejarvis8684]

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[@DIYAlex]

You're very welcome! I’m so glad it was helpful ☺️❤️

[@anniehatessocialmedia]

I subscribed! Just ordered my Cricut Maker 3 and researching before it arrives. You did an excellent job of explaining and showing so you're on my list to come back to. Thank you!!

[@abul9052]

Thanks for this video ❤. Thanks also for showing the bracelet even though it didn’t work out perfectly. That way we know what to expect

[@DIYAlex]

Glad it was helpful! ☺️

[@terrinapayne-m4j]

I so need to upgrade from the joy, it’s great but limited to what you can do. The fact I can engrave has just sold it for me and you have explained it so simply!

[@DIYAlex]

It’s so much fun to play with the Maker tools! Though I do love my Cricut Joy too!

[@mrmrsmz4987]

Simple and to the point JUST WHAT I NEEDED!! THANKS

[@Brunse61]

This was a FANTASTIC video! Excellent instructions and to the point! Thank you so much!

[@DIYAlex]

You're so welcome!

[@tonyrome068]

Well done thou good and faithful servant

[@sylviat8461]

You are a natural at teaching and sharing! New Subscriber here!!!!!!!

[@DIYAlex]

Welcome!! Thanks for subscribing! 💕

[@Chester0the0Jester]

I did not know you could move the white wheels!!! That would have saved me a headache with a couple projects. Thanks for the info!

[@DIYAlex]

You’re so welcome!

[@kathymurray1926]

Better to use painter's tape to remove dust. You should also use alcohol wipe when your done. Keeps down the mess and looks much better.

[@kathymurray1926]

P.S. You also won't have the dust left on your mat.

[@DIYAlex]

I love the alcohol wipe tip!! That’s a great idea.

[@kathymurray1926]

@@DIYAlex Actually the painter's tape does more than the alcohol! Keeps dust off your mat and your work space!

[@madelinegrudens]

Excellent tutorial, so well done and very helpful!!

[@linaa7066]

Thank you so much, concise and precise god bless you

[@linboelz7477]

I only had time to watch a short piece of this video, but it was enough to get me to hit subscribe. Easy to follow. I don't have my machine yet so will wait until I get it so I can follow along. TY

[@DIYAlex]

Yay! Welcome to my Crafty Fam! Can’t wait for you to get your machine!

[@jessicacollins8214]

You are so good at explaining things! Are you a teacher?

[@DIYAlex]

Thank you so much! No, I am not a teacher but I love to teach in settings like this!! ☺️

[@sylviegeai329]

Bonjour, je ne sais pas si vous allez comprendre, merci pour ces explications, très joli projets❤❤

[@marycunningham8551]

I just bought my cricut maker 3 today and I can't wait to start using it

[@anniehatessocialmedia]

How have you liked it? Have you used it a lot? I just ordered one this weekend. Still worrying if I will use it a lot or if I wasted my $$ lol

[@shawnmcnamara7283]

I was wondering why my machine wasn't detecting my engraving tool...Thank you for explaining in depth!

[@jens1230]

Great video, thank you! If you live in England like me, Hobby Craft has paid workshops where they teach how to use the Cricut. I'm definitely going to attend so I can learn with a professional in person.

[@DIYAlex]

We don’t have Hobby Craft stores here, but that’s awesome! I’m glad you have that resource!

[@janettesalisbury6524]

I brought my cricut maker 3 from hobbycraft this morning, I too, will be taking advantage of their in store tutorials.

[@LeonorGaspar58]

I love the way you explain everything ❤

[@DIYAlex]

Thank you! ❤️

[@conkgord]

thanks for the grear insight of the cricut maker

[@Laza75]

So clearly explained thank you so much

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome 😊

[@angelavazquez3155]

Thank you, this is a fantastic tutorial!!

[@mrsharp100]

You are AWESOME!!

[@DIYAlex]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@Pamesarey]

What cricket is best for engraving?

[@kcimable]

Nice and thorough instruction! I don't have my Cricut machine yet. For engraving, cutting leather and wood veneer do you recommend the Maker as the best machine?

[@DIYAlex]

Yes, the Maker/ Maker 3 is the only machine that can handle those materials.

[@Lacroix999]

I’m COMPLETELY new to learning about all of this and don’t have a Cricut yet but looking to see what I need to get started with it. Does the Cricket Maker 3 machine come with a quick swap housing tool or is that separate?

[@DIYAlex]

The Quickswap housing is a tool that you buy separately. :) Good question!

[@Lacroix999]

@@DIYAlex thanks!

[@tonyalucz7226]

The Cricut Maker does come with the QuickSwap Rotary Blade & Housing & Premium Fine Blade & Housing.

[@Lacroix999]

@@tonyalucz7226 the Maker 3 does not, at least not the one that comes without a kit. It’s compatible with it, but doesn’t come with one. I just received mine yesterday and it did not. The only thing the machine comes with is the fine point blade already installed in its blade housing, a scrap sheet of vinyl to do an initial test on an about 4 12”x12” sheets of various Smart Materials it try out. Nothing else came in my box, not even a marker or a mat like the original Maker comes with, but I purchased just the machine not in a kit and bought all my tools and supplies separately for it.

[@JudyandRico]

U are my biggest fan ❤❤

[@davidshafer8838]

What backing did you use behind your finished engraving, and how did you secure/apply it? Thanks!!

[@DIYAlex]

This is just a black piece of cardstock. I didn’t decide it, I just placed it on the same easel!

[@JLER22023]

Thank you for sharing tutorial.

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome 😊

[@mariacuret-ev3by]

Hi Alex, how can I engrave a photo on acrylic for a night light acrylic.

[@chiaraceccherelli2516]

Hi! Thank you for this video, i'm finding it very helpfull, I only have one question, I make my design on my own on Procreate, and i don't know how to kake them one single line, thay always are double, do you have some advice or suggestion? (Sorry for english I'm Italian)

[@DIYAlex]

I'm not sure if you can make single line designs with Procreate. You may have to put it in a program like Illustrator to make them single line.

[@RebeccaBancarz]

Does the modge podge make it look more like wood ? Is that why it was used ?

[@DIYAlex]

I didn’t use any mod podge in this tutorial

[@Chellybelly_813]

Love this idea

[@createdby_justus]

if I wanted to add foiling to the engraved designs would I just lay the foiling of the design and essentially redo everything with the heat foiling pen?

[@DIYAlex]

Foil won't stick to anything but cardstock unfortunately!

[@sonyaotway6421]

I'm new to Cricut world. I've just bought an explore 3. Will it handle engraving too?

[@DIYAlex]

Yes, but the process is different. You can learn how here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJKok6aDetCUmqs

[@marbowl3]

Just came to this video, love your tutorial. Got mine a year ago and never open the box, now I will. I did not get the information packet that’s why I came to you tube.

[@DIYAlex]

I hope this gave you some guidance! Welcome to the Cricut crafting community!

[@janettelewis6746]

Thanks. Thread so fun

[@CreationsbyKimberly]

Can you use Snapmat for engraving?

[@DIYAlex]

I don’t think so, but I could be wrong about that!

[@ayeshaazhar6891]

That was awesome... Thank you so much 😊

[@DIYAlex]

You are so welcome!

[@deeryn]

Thank you for your tutorial ❤

[@DIYAlex]

You're welcome 😊

[@mariangela21ful]

Hi, what is the thickest metal item you can engrave. I was wondering if you can engrave a metal square lighter

[@DIYAlex]

No, you will only be able to engrave flat metal blanks. You would have to use a laser to engrave a lighter, and I'm not sure how safe that would be so you would want to find out more information before trying that.

[@pop-popmoose5359]

I have the Maker 3 with the Cricut engraver tool. I set up my project and secured my acrylic to my cutting mat. When I went to select the acrylic it showed the 2mm acrylic and the1mm acrylic, but they were not selectable. It said they were not compatible with my hardware. I spent hours trying to get it and I was ready to throw the maker on the floor. My firmware and software are both up to date. Any suggestions???

[@DIYAlex]

Make sure the operation is set to engrave for all your lines. That should fix the issue!

[@earphbound720]

GOD bless you!

[@dawnclements1664]

My Maker acrylic blank from michaels says 1.9in but when i load into my maker 3 it makes a horrible sound like its too thick??? Is there another adjustment i should be doing?

[@DIYAlex]

1.9 inches is way too thick for the Cricut Maker. If it’s makes a bad sound definitely stop and reevaluate. Unfortunately it coming from Michael’s doesn’t mean it’s going to be compatible with the Maker.

[@patriciajackson3883]

Thank You for sharing this is there any other metal that I can use

[@DIYAlex]

Acrylic and different kinds of metal are all that I’m aware of!

[@SassyShelly]

I would be so worried about the acrylic or metal dust getting down inside the machine. Is that an issue ever?

[@DIYAlex]

I’ve never heard of that being an issue

[@tobeconfirmed.6052]

Awesome 👍😎

[@nancyruiz5164]

That was great

[@KarinaMalpica-i3o]

Hi Alex, I clicked on both links for the metal bracelets and they are not working.

[@DIYAlex]

Ok I will work on that! Thanks!

[@andreaverdel9083]

I have set-up all my materials the same way but for some reason it won't let me select acrylic. Is there a work around? I receive a. message that the tool is not compatible with this material.

[@DIYAlex]

Is the operation set to engrave? That’s the first thing I would check

[@andreaverdel9083]

​@DIYAlex yes its set to engrave and it won't allow me to select acrylic

[@crumble7598]

What would happen if you didnt attach? Great video btw

[@elenachiricuta8304]

Great video! Thank you very much.

[@candyvela3806]

Where can I find the weeding pen you use in the video?

[@DIYAlex]

You can find it in several colors here: www.143vinyl.com/vinyl-tools/?partner=403469

[@PuddingAndPearl]

Do you know if anyone makes an engraving tip with a diamond and not steel a carbide ? Thanks

[@DIYAlex]

I would be very surprised if you found this tool. I haven’t heard of anything like that.

[@Paperinparadise]

How long did that take to engrave?? Thank you!

[@DIYAlex]

This design took 20-30 minutes

[@123rororose]

U can still do this on the marker though right

[@DIYAlex]

Yes, the Maker and the Maker 3 can both engrave!

[@BklynGrl]

​@@DIYAlexCan the exploere 3 engrave?

[@isabellerios6856]

I bought a engraving tip but it doesn’t reach all the way down to my metal. It makes the cutting motions but doesn’t cut nor touch my metal, please help

[@DIYAlex]

Is it a Cricut engraving tool? Are you sure it’s seared all the way down in the holder?

[@lesliel9476]

Hiii ! quick question, I just bought the cricut maker 3 because my cricut maker was not working anymore, I am having trouble with the engraving tool, my cricut maker 3 wont detect it, i already restarted both my laptop and my machine but it wont detect. Is there anything youd recommend ?

[@DIYAlex]

I would contact Cricut customer service in case it’s a faulty machine! Especially if your machine is new.

[@Lacroix999]

Could the bracelet engraving alignment have anything to do with the blank being positioned under the line and not actually on it?

[@DIYAlex]

That could be it!

[@Lacroix999]

@@DIYAlex is the blank supposed to be placed ON the line or right underneath it? I’m so new to all of this and just learning!

[@ramlarex7697]

Can you make it in another color?

[@DIYAlex]

These are just lines in the acrylic, so I don't think that you could change the color.

[@pattishelton3169]

Cool

[@krystalhooper1943]

Can you show with moulds with different weights.for the earrings not just engrave.

[@DIYAlex]

I’m not sure what you mean since I didn’t use earrings in this video.

[@aagg3311]

Hello! The Cricut machine I have is the Explore Air 2. Do you think/know if I'll be able to do those projects using my machine?-Thanks

[@DIYAlex]

Yes you can! here's a tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJKok6aDetCUmqs

[@nisharblogs3s]

cn i use this engraving tip with cricut explore 3

[@DIYAlex]

No it's not compatible.

[@amaribadass]

❤❤❤❤

[@cynthiacaballespapangelis1792]

Hello Alex, thank you for the video...I am about to get Cricut Maker 3, is there a beginner video on how to cut cake toppers (ie greetings and names)?, please kindly....many thank you so much!

[@DIYAlex]

Sure! Here’s a tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnO5iqptd9x7oLM

[@KarinaMalpica-i3o]

Awesome!! Another one for the list!

[@DoreenLester]

Did you figure out how to center the type on the bracelet?

[@DIYAlex]

I show you how in the video :)

[@cherylgoguen2343]

I am having a problem getting the switch from one to another.

[@DIYAlex]

What are you having trouble switching?

[@krystalhooper1943]

That was my way of asking you to make one.

[@pinknailsonlyy]

As expensive as this thing is all of these tools should be included.

[@DIYAlex]

Unfortunately that’s up to Cricut, not to me!

[@pinknailsonlyy]

@@DIYAlex For sure. I didn’t think it was up to you, just making an observation seeing that there’s a tool for everything 🤗

[@sherrielund-wd1if]

❤

[@faizalazmi1080]

We need to subscribe after 1 month using free full access?

[@DIYAlex]

Sorry I’m not sure what you mean. Are you asking about Cricut Access? That’s always optional!

[@feestuart2499]

Hi Alex another youtuber had their engrave centered on the 6 inch cross hair in the middle of the mat and also 6 x 6 (in the middle) of design space. Hope this helps.

[@DIYAlex]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@projektdenkbar8659]

Gottes Reichsten Segen für dich und deine Familie 🙏🙏🙏

[@خبيشربيشبننهشلبنكعلان-ب7غ]

شكراً😂

[@cynthiaallen4926]

You go a little fast, but love your info.

[@sarahharrop4466]

Go into KZbin settings you can adjust playback speed up or down xx

[@lance4862]

Helpful video if you can ignore the religous stuff.

[@cherylgoguen2343]

I got that tool holder

[@DIYAlex]

I love it!

[@JudyandRico]

Can you be my friend?

[@mariacoria4276]

Here’s an idea maybe tell your viewers before the video starts that in order to engrave with the maker 3 you will need a special tool. Cause that was 15 minutes of my life wasted

[@DIYAlex]

The title of this video is "How to engrave Acrylic and Metal with the Cricut Maker 3 Engraving tool", so I'm not sure how you missed that.

[@JudyandRico]

U are my biggest fan ❤❤

[@baileetraver2730]

Can you engrave both sides of the bracelet?

[@DIYAlex]

Yes