Cutting Larger than Mat Project Using your Cricut Machine!

[@jah9412]

You made it so easy to follow the instructions and slice my large design the first time with no hiccups!

[@lillianclark8960]

I just got my first Cricut. Mailing things larger than the mat was a question that I wondered about. Thank you for the answer. I’m loving your videos. You are very thorough and straight to the point. I will continue to utilize your videos as I navigate all of the possibilities of my new crafting tool. 👏

[@mommab3104]

I found this tutorial very helpful. However, I prefer the glue stick to the double sided tape because it can be pulled apart if you don’t line it up perfectly on the first try. Thanks for your help.

[@kristendearing]

Thank you! You helped me solve a project so quickly and easily.

[@rbh1324]

In the "balloon garland industry" ...they'd call this technique "double stuffed" ! Lol...I'm a 1st time Cricut owner..since Jan 21. I've watched this video at least 6 times since, all to no avail......but TODAY is the 1st day I was able make headway and actually "cookie cut"!🙆🏽🤪😊🤭😂🤣 I bought the Cricut Maker to help with my Decor business. I'm still learning but your guidance was/is clutch!!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽👏👏👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥🌹🌹🌹🌹thank you sooooooo much sis!🙏🏽

[@courtneypatrick9228]

Literally the most helpful video. I reference this often

[@sabrinat1974]

Thank you!! Your video is the only one that made sense and worked for me!!

[@krystalaurelia7128]

Thank you! I’m going to use this with iron-on vinyl for either a banner or craft fair table cloth.

[@ninjagirllinda]

Thank you so much! Your video saved me after hours of frustration. Your advice to check the sizes of each slice did the trick!

[@stefaniecooper9242]

Love this hack! I make stencil art and this helps me overcome the size limits with my Cricut

[@christinachef]

This video was amazing. I was stuck on a project, and this was the answer I was looking for. Thanks a million!

[@nancyjackson5975]

Lady bug you are awesome!! I watched several videos b4 I was able to stumble onto this one and it was exactly what I was looking for! You know how it is, that one person you connect with who just shakes the dumb outta you... thats what you did...hahaha and made it so easy to understand. thank you!!

[@rosannazerafa3422]

Day 3 trying to design and cut a long sentence. Do I have to join the shaped box to the words before removing the box?

[@annemargaret3512]

Thank you so much! I did my first cricut project using this tutorial xoxo

[@KarleyHall]

Anne Margaret yay!! I’m so glad!! Thanks for commenting and letting me know- it really means the world!

[@andrewlaroche525]

This video was VERY well explained and simplified for my non IT self. THANK YOU

[@andrewlaroche525]

Also, this is not andrew, its his wife hahaha

[@maggie6682]

Do you know how I could cut individual letters but also include a notch to feed the string through for a banner?

[@maris2716]

Very cute I’m gonna make one that says class of 2020 for my daughter that has special needs thank you💕Since I’m not able to go to the store

[@Thepillarcelebration]

This is useful with images. With letters you could just separate the font, group it, then increase its size.

[@user-fz7ms9ds6y]

This video has helped me out so much.. Very easy to follow and listen too!

[@mariiiz1436]

I need this for a backdrop... hanging the name can I use this method and what katsroL would be preferable? Cardstock??

[@cornbeltqueen3937]

This helped me so much make a sign 24*36 inches. Thank you!

[@selfloveletter9224]

What size vinyl paper did you use?

[@cornbeltqueen3937]

@@selfloveletter9224 the sign was actually 24x48 inches. I used my 12x24 mat! I used the "slice" feature in this video.

[@nathanespino476]

That was very helpful and Awesome. Thank You on that Tip.

[@kellyhatcher6639]

Thanks. This helped a lot with putting my daughter's name onto here graduation banner. Continued Success!

[@stephaniecarpio456]

Recently got a cricut explore air 2 so I’m excited for these projects! Thank you for sharing!

[@mzdrew]

Can you do a tutorial on beginners cutting shirts larger then 2x? Like how to we get it to work in design space.

[@AngelaStehlin]

Can I do this on cricut joyxtra?? Pls and thank you!

[@KarleyHall]

Yes! This technique will work on any cutting machine ❤

[@reinamistry7784]

How did you scale your ds workspace ? I noticed the measurements are changed So if I did a 11.5 x 11.5 square , that woudl take up the whole screen and be off monitor

[@KarleyHall]

In the bottom left corner there is a zoom in and zoom out indicated by a plus and minus sign! Use those to zoom in and out :)

[@reinamistry7784]

@@KarleyHall omg !! Can’t believe I missed that !! Thank you !!!

[@TheMultiCreative]

I loved your tutorial- ❤

[@jammiebradford9952]

Ty ty ty You inadvertently Just Explained how to Slice for me!! My God its taken me months to figure this Out!!!! TY!!!☆☆☆☆☆

[@sabrinafaz724]

Hello it’s driving me crazy I’ve seen so many videos but no one says how to set up design space to “larger then mat” . So please show us how to actually start in the basics part of the video. Thank you. This video was awesome btw

[@susanmartin870]

I am so lost. I just wanted to make my project cut on two mats since it's linger than my 12x12. I dont understand so guess i will scrap it and start over.

[@sndygskylr]

Newbie confused. Great video. If I want to make a stencil that is a verse, (I have a Roll of paper), will my verse cut in one long sheet? Or do I have to cut/split it? Thanks

[@KarleyHall]

Since your verse is made up of separate words, you’ll just want to cut the words and then assemble them onto whatever you’re putting them on! Chances are that your words will be small enough that you won’t need to split them!

[@sndygskylr]

@@KarleyHall ahh, thank you. I have the C air 2. Ridiculous Q: when I choose a colored print, ie sunflower, do I have to paint it so it will be colored? Again, I think you are a very clear and precise teacher. Thanks

[@KarleyHall]

I would recommend using the color paper you want it to be :) you can get a variety of colored cardstock from any craft store

[@sndygskylr]

@@KarleyHall 🙆🏼‍♀️ just a tad embarrassed. It’s ok though, I’m going to watch your videos again and again till I’m not apprehensive to even inbox! Bless you dear Karley😊

[@deidrefitzgerald4462]

I have all my squares on my design but it won’t let me grab more the one. Like the design and a square. Do my slice doesn’t light up what am I doing wrong

[@KarleyHall]

You’re doing it exactly right. You have to go one square at a time!

[@marykim8540]

THIS WAS AMAZING. THANK YOU!!!

[@kennedygraham7948]

Mine is still doing a 12 by 24 mat and i set them all 11.5 how u did

[@sparklingsams3155]

Thanks

[@sarahli345]

Thank you !

[@amandaaguilar3431]

Cricut newbie here! May I ask what setting your grid is on? When I'm on my design space, my grid seems to be quite a large scale compared to yours. Also, great video! Thank you for sharing.

[@KarleyHall]

Welcome to the Cricut fam! There are zoom controls in the bottom left corner!

[@amandaaguilar3431]

@@KarleyHall Thank you! I honestly figured it out right after I messaged you lol! I saw you messing with the zoom.

[@StrangerInParadise58]

Can this method work on the Cricut Explore Air 2? Thank you!

[@KarleyHall]

Yep! Design space is the same for both :)

[@lauriewatson6910]

Mine worked perfect but it cut it at 75%. Where am I going wrong? Thank you

[@jordanlawrence9517]

Hi Karley! Thanks for the video. Do you know of any cricut hack to cut larger than the mat, but not slice the paper in sections? I make paper placemats that take foreverrr to cut out by hand, so I'm looking for a way to divide my image up into sections and rotate the mat so that it cuts a section of the image, but doesn't cut "squares" down the middle. Since it's a placemat, I don't want seams and tape on the back. Cricut snap mat possibly???

[@KarleyHall]

Do you already own a cricut? If not I’d say get a bigger machine! Silhouette and StarCraft offer machines that are wider and can cut a lot longer. Are your placements bigger than 11.5” x 23.5”?

[@jordanlawrence9517]

@@KarleyHall Thanks for your reply! I do already own a Cricut, but may have to invest in a Silhouette if I have to cut too many more of these things! The placemats are about 13 x 13. I wish Cricut would develop a system to “pause” cutting, allow you to reposition paper, and then resume the shape. 😩 With the use of the snapmat it should be a cinch!

[@Victoria-ve2mq]

How do you select multiple things at once

[@evelyncoroneldiaz7396]

Hello from Sydney :) Karley, Thank you so much for this video. I was wondering how to make bigger signs. Can I use the same method with wood?

[@KarleyHall]

Absolutely! that will work great!

[@kellilong8075]

Can you post an updated video with Cricut's software updates? My design space does not match your design space. I got my Cricut in February 2021. I'm not able to follow your video because some of the features have been moved/removed. Thank you!

[@KarleyHall]

Are you using the app on an android or iOS device? The desktop version still looks like this 💕

[@brendabenitez5901]

It’s not letting me click on both to slice what am I doing wrong

[@heavenlypaperflowers973]

You’re a genius! Thanks!

[@joselynramos2361]

Which sewing machine do you have? I’m in the looks for a new one.

[@KarleyHall]

amzn.to/2VJQRzz I have this one! I am a beginner and I love it :)

[@jessshaw1005]

Thanks for the great video! When i try to select more than one thing in order to slice it only lets me select one thing...what am i doing wrong?

[@KarleyHall]

You need to drag your cursor over two items or click and hold the shift key and click another :)

[@faithsorrozaa]

Oh my goodness I’m so happy I found the answer to this !! Thank you !

[@katjahansen4172]

How do I select 3 objects (square + 2 word groups) and then slice it? When i select all 3, it wont let me slice. any thoughts?

[@KarleyHall]

You have to do it in steps. Select the first word group and square and then slice. Then repeat with the second set. You can only slice 2 items at a time.

[@marshahilton200]

So does this process work with vinyl as well? Doing a vertical design

[@KarleyHall]

With vinyl you can just slice it and don’t need 2 layers since you’ll be sticking it to a surface and can just line them up :)

[@marshahilton200]

Thank you

[@chelseacucura2288]

Once I have mine cut it doesn't bring it to two separate mats it's all on one. Do you know how to have two separate mats like you do?

[@KarleyHall]

That’s probably better! It’ll conserve material for you!

[@itseclectic24]

I just dont understand stand why a moderately expensive machine would make it so hard to be creative. You spend more time “hacking” a machine that just shouldn’t be so damn difficult to create on. Thnx for the vid

[@frogfacestudio4767]

I can’t cut any larger than 6x 9. Any tips on how to get around that?

[@KarleyHall]

It sounds like you have it set to print then cut! Make sure it’s just set to cut without a print fill!

[@frogfacestudio4767]

@@KarleyHall thank you ☺️. I’m still so new to this thing and really appreciate your help

[@jacquelinesuezanne5197]

Can I use this method with removable vinyl?

[@KarleyHall]

With vinyl, you don’t need to do this. Just slice it apart and join together. :) it doesn’t need to be two layers since you’re sticking it to a surface.

[@cindyabbott780]

Another Great Video! Cindy

[@rahmalight3485]

Thanks a lot

[@trixiajeanlencioco2253]

does this work on wood too?

[@KarleyHall]

Yep!

[@rachealkirby3657]

This is the most difficult thing I ever did

[@janetterowe7116]

Instead of cardstock can this be done with vinyl ??

[@flexnlexus129]

Anything you have, even cereal boxes

[@tasfiaali2092]

I’m struggling with the slicing option, how do I select both together? I thought maybe holding shift would select both the word and square but no luck! Also I had to ungroup then regroup to adjust the letters to my liking, I’m not sure if that has anything to do with it?

[@KarleyHall]

Tasfia Ali hold down the shift key and select two layers. If you select more than two it won’t work. So make sure your letters are welded!

[@tasfiaali2092]

Karley Hall ah! I wasn’t sure if I should weld the letters or not, got it! Thank you!!

[@unicornmomma9279]

How do i do this on the app?

[@winterhappy25]

Can you do this with vinyl sticker?

[@KarleyHall]

With vinyl, you don’t need to do this. Just slice it apart and join together. :) it doesn’t need to be two layers since you’re sticking it to a surface.

[@candicesquires4703]

When I click un group and make, it just scrambles the words, it does not automatically split into different mats. Any idea what I am doing wrong?

[@KarleyHall]

Candice Squires it will scramble it up, but it’ll only move it to different mats if it’s too big. It sounds like your image is small so it’s just rearranging it on one mat. Are you in my Facebook group? You can post a photo there and we can help!

[@brittanymitchell9283]

What kind of glue do you recommend?

[@KarleyHall]

Any glue really works for this application! Tacky glue did the trick for my larger projects!

[@heidib8338]

Whoa!!!! how did you make your mat smaller??

[@KarleyHall]

Using the zoom controls! They are the best!

[@Teneasha226]

Which blade are you using?

[@KarleyHall]

Premium fine point!

[@erikstewart9068]

how did you get the Apicots font on the Cricut design space

[@KarleyHall]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gGbZZ6eVp9qIZ9k

[@sharonbennett5221]

How does this work for images?

[@KarleyHall]

It works great! Line up the seams and create huge images

[@dreamerofnights]

great video thanks for the upload

[@CheriBomzArt]

Can I do this with a Cricut Air?. On sale now

[@KarleyHall]

You can!!

[@wendypalomov]

I’m new to the Cricut world😅 I’m using construction paper and using the “LighGrip” mat, but my paper is still sticking too much an ripping

[@spc2785]

What pressure and paper type are you choosing? Maybe select less pressure before cutting.

[@GatewayExcelTutoring]

Hi. Can I pay you to cut out a phrase and ship it? I'll pay!

[@PG-ug1dm]

Love this video! Can you do this with vynil?

[@KarleyHall]

Yes! With vinyl, you’d just need one layer since you could match it up when you apply it to whatever surface you put it on :)

[@PG-ug1dm]

@@KarleyHall thank you! What if I was to ship it , how do I put it together so that they will just stick it to the wall?

[@KarleyHall]

I would send instructions on how to have them apply it in pieces! It would be easier to apply in smaller pieces. Most big vinyl decal companies ship that way :)

[@PG-ug1dm]

@@KarleyHall oh ok , thank you for your help!!! 🌸

[@anasantiago-akyurek5435]

Thanks for sharing, I am also a beginner at using my cricut maker. The font apricot you are using is it a font you had to purchase?

[@KarleyHall]

Yes! I linked it in the video description! 🥰

[@arockingroupie]

I dunno why this is so hard to find anyone else who has done this. BTW to slice hit Shift and click on both layers you want to cut

[@angellybarroso2592]

Guys I’ve been trying to do this for hours. First of all mine says basic cut not just cut like hers. Also I cannot for the life of me find how to slice it. Please help

[@KarleyHall]

Basic cut and cut are the same :) it just changed with an update. You’ll only have the slice option if two shapes are selected.

[@kendigeist5606]

Two shapes I have been selected and it will not give me the option to slice any suggestions?? Frustrated isn’t the word

[@janyarroyo4170]

Hi does this work with iPhone

[@KarleyHall]

Yep!!

[@janyarroyo4170]

Thank you for answering is because when I go to cricut design space I can’t do that when I put Canva mine is diferente from urs it doesn’t let me croup the letters or it won’t let me do alout of things do you know what I need to do Im know to this and I try and it won’t take me like urs I can write and print out but it doesn’t have like urs to put them together and all that please help I don’t want to return it😂

[@KarleyHall]

You have all of the tools I use in this video in the mobile app :) just looks a little different. But don’t worry- they are all there!

[@janyarroyo4170]

I thought it won’t work with I phone that’s why I thought it don’t show all you have on urs I here something about cricut chage this year something like that is that that?

[@janyarroyo4170]

@@KarleyHall thank you so much ima keep looking to see if I can find it 😁

[@prettynpetite]

Can I use 8.5x11 cardstock?

[@KarleyHall]

Absolutely!

[@regularrosiee]

its not letting me pick the name and the square at the same time any suggestions ? 😫

[@KarleyHall]

If you’re on the app, dragging your finger over both works! If you’re on a computer, make sure you are holding the shift key down to select both!

[@regularrosiee]

@@KarleyHall omg you are the best !!! 😊😊

[@regularrosiee]

@@KarleyHall Thank you !!!!❤️

[@trishfrench1927]

This is helpful, but I was hoping for an image and not text

[@KarleyHall]

It works the same way with an image :)

[@teachermama943]

Can I use all of these features with the Android app?

[@KarleyHall]

Teacher Mama yes!

[@loveyourgeisha]

What font is this?

[@KarleyHall]

loveyourgeisha there is a link in the video description to the font I used! I try to include all links there- let me know if you need any help!

[@Realtor4YouShanna]

Smart Vinyl - HOW to make larger

[@tamikka09]

Tfs

[@morganbelhumeur8281]

I haven’t use my Cricut in a couple of months but I thought the largest you could print was something like 6.25 by 9.75 or something on those lines. Did they do a upgrade

[@KarleyHall]

That's the largest you can "print then cut." Just cutting, you can cut up to 11.5"x23.5" :)

[@morganbelhumeur8281]

Karley Hall thanks

[@zapazoid]

It’s soo stupid you can cut white letters giant but cut and print is small. Sold my circut for that reason.

[@KenKen_826]

Can this be achieved on the app as well?

[@KarleyHall]

Yes!

[@cscreative5460]

Idk what I’m doing wrong because I don’t have the option to slice.

[@KarleyHall]

cs creative are you selecting two shapes at the same time?

[@cscreative5460]

Karley Hall thank you for response. I finally figured it out. I hate to watch like five times. Thank you!!

[@KarleyHall]

cs creative that’s the best way to do it! Watch, pause, try to replicate, rewind, watch again 😂 glad you got it!

[@KatrinaSherokee]

Damn I miss my cameo 😓

[@fremachenoysokoloff2116]

Its great except You go so fast . How do you get color design from your image without putting the carstock of that color.

[@pandamom658]

Frema Chenoy slow down the speed on the you tube settings

[@KarleyHall]

You will want to click on your image and then up at the top, there is a little colored square swatch. Click that to choose whatever color you like! Thanks for the feedback- I will try to slow down :)

[@scottydntno]

You literally skipped the warning that says project incompatible!!!! Thumbs down

[@KarleyHall]

I’m not sure what you mean?

[@mattwestrick6088]

So.... you did NOT cut larger than the mat, you just sliced your project up. Nice bait-and-switch title.

[@KarleyHall]

It’s a term in the cricut industry “larger than mat project.” So, in this video I am cutting a larger than mat project. So let’s NOT be rude, Matt.

[@aaronferguson9328]

How do I select two items at once to be able to slice them?

[@KarleyHall]

If you’re on the mobile app, drag your finger (mouse cursor on desktop) over both images. That will select all of the layers. On the desktop version you can also click each layer and add additional layers by holding down the shift key on your keyboard.