Cricut Beginnings-Episode Two.

[@tuesdiseabourne5377]

I purchased a used expression and had not idea how to use it. Thank you for these videos!

[@Mary-el3pi]

Ive been watching SO many old Cricut Expression videos in the last few days because I haven’t used my machine since I retired from teaching! Your videos are fabulous!

[@Penbrandy1]

I love your videos so far you are doing a great job.....with the mats I load the both ways....with the arrow and the opposite way....I have since I have had my cricut and have had no problems....I even have more life out of my mat.....You even taught me what the load last button was....never really could figure that one out..lol...Thank you again!!....Can't wait until Tuesday!!....Brandy

[@bridgette7546]

Thank you so much for all the help you have given me!!! You are terrific!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@dadamahe]

You are doing GREAT CarolAnn!!

[@uglybobswife]

another very informative video Carolanne thanks so much... i had a question but you answered it in your summary ( about the mat and the set paper size button...wondered if you had to use the imagine mats but you explained by switching mats...thanks so much)

[@do4x4]

This was great. I never used the paper size button. Never knew what it was for. Thanks so much for this tutorial.

[@cindykeiser-ellis1273]

I've watched your Cricut Beginnings Ep. 1 & 2 and find them very helpful. Your instructions are very clear, precise and easy to understand. Without them I probably would not be able to use my Cricut for a long time.

[@tiffenehanson3172]

I’ve had my expression for 5+ years I think and never used it because of lack of instructions available. I just found your videos and I can’t thank you enough!!! You are doing a fantastic job!!

[@Gettinguponit74]

I love the way you teach!

[@KewlCreations]

Thanks so much for the classes, I did not know about the set paper size button. There was a few other things I didn't know either. Thanks again Great Videos

[@tuffytuffers]

Another great tuturial. Learned things I did not know. Looking forward to the next class.

[@shoedriveworldwide6249]

I have had my expressions for 5 yrs and only used it about 4 or 5 times, I was confused. You made it so easy to know what everything do and how to set it. Awesome job..... My expression is now all set up for me to start using and I look forward to creating.

[@michsmith1973]

Enjoyed episode number two...I think your doing fabulous with your tutorials. Keep up the good work....and look forward to Tuesday's class:)

[@jennyloser8176]

Haha I’m the dummy had my machine for 5 years and you have been the BEST TEACHER 😍😍

[@RickeyDen]

Hi, please continue with the series. You are doing a great job of explaining the buttons -- the pace is very good anyone can understand! I also like how you actually explain and then actually use the key giving us a visual -- that's so helpful. I do hope that you will explain in other tuts how to cut vinyl from start to finish. Thanks

[@suescraftstuff]

I'm just upgrading from a 'baby bug' I've had for 3 yrs to an expression. Your tutorials are so helpful and I've also learned stuff I didn't know on the baby bug!! You're so kind to do this, amazingly helpful. thank you

[@ScrappinAngela]

you're doing a fab job! keep up the great work! big hugs!

[@SAMSAGESAM]

VERY CLEAR INSTRUCTIONS

[@AmerAmyMN]

Besides cutting vinyl, I use the space button when I use gel pens or markers in the cricut. Great job.

[@Rod19114]

Great video. I am going to my workroom to go over all the buttons in this video.

[@goldyfishls]

This is really helping. I just ignored some of those buttons and have been doing it the hard way. Thanks so much. You do such a good job with the tutorials. Hope to see your mom do another tutorial soon. Best Wishes Lucinda

[@daylemiller6771]

I know that you are probably done with this series but I started with this late. I finally have time to experiment with something that was bought years ago for me. Using in my classroom this year. Looking forward to seeing what it can do. Love that you go step by step and explain clearly.

[@valerieparadies4988]

Thank you Carol Ann that was wonderful. Your instructions were great and you went through them thoroughly. Very grateful to you.

[@kaysprintstop]

Thanks Teacher! Just got my first Cricut. Usually printer of transfer pieces. Bags, shirts,pillows and do this now! Spending my Sunday after church viewing so many of ur tutorials. You are great!

[@cathyxox3999]

Tks, it's 2019 & I still haven't used mine to confusing. I understand the way you explain things. Make some more....

[@49lucky]

It is 2019 but goodness it's not that hard. I just muddle along and it's fun.

[@roxannetucker5813]

I have the exact same Cricut Expression machine and in the 2 years I've had it, I'm still learning how certain keys function. I've been figuring it out as I go along, but still get stumped. So, your videos are really helping me a lot. Thanks so much!

[@nr532]

Seriously....this is EXACTLY what I needed! Cricut newbie and you give me confidence! Thank you!!!

[@jwamull]

Another great video!!!!

[@anthonywright5929]

How do I make two lines such as loud pipes on the first line save lives on the second line do I have to do it in two separate things or I can do it at one time

[@crazylovingit]

Thanks so much for another great class. Glad to learn what the load last button does. You're an awesome teacher.

[@nana56041]

Thanks for doing this, Carolanne. Having to catch up, got behind. Appreciate you breaking it down. Thanks, Nancy

[@yvonnedowney4131]

I feel so comfortable after watching the first video!! Thank you.

[@naylacanellas697]

Thanks so much for these videos. I am a newbie and I've had my circuit expression for a few months now but haven't been brave enough to use it. It's also because I haven't found a good place for it and it's difficult for me to take it in and out of the box overtime I have the intention to try it. Your videos have inspired me as you explain so clear, so precise and at the perfect speed. I notice these videos are a bit older but I subscribed, so I'm hoping you're still doing them and I'll be able to get whatever you're doing. Thanks!!!

[@kimberlyprentice8745]

I have a chance to get one of these older machines. I like it better than the new ones I see but I wonder if it's worth getting. Maybe I won't be able to get parts for it or maybe I won't be able to link it to the computer and also use the Cricut site I downloaded.

[@aurell623]

These are great videos if anyone leaves a negative comment just ignore them they have to much time on their hands! Keep doing the series it is great!

[@bridgette7546]

Thank you so much!! You are so very helpful!!! Keep them coming please! Bridgette

[@goodgriefyou]

Ok, now I know what the Rest All button is for and the Clear Display! Thank you Crafty Momma! :) I'd love to see how to use the marker, and why you would use them. The recap was good.

[@latintreat66]

Thank you so much for having these tutorials and you go at a pace that I can take notes without having to stop and start the video. Keep up the great job. Your new and very interested student

[@pattiblank]

Hi, great videos, keep them coming. I think the smallest size paper you can use to set paper size is 3 inches. If I'm wrong, sorry. Love your videos.

[@jessicalloyd2854]

you can load mat either way and it works fine , it also helps make your mat last longer rotating where it is getting cut al the time .. spreads out the use and abuse better :)

[@dadamahe]

You are doing GREAT CarolAnn!! I was wondering are going to be going over "registering" of the cricut?

[@sudmorris]

Ohhhhh, so thats what that button does! LOL GREAT VIDEOS...keep them coming! Thank you!

[@NailBaeDayy]

Thank you so so much I just got mine yesterday and you truly helped me. Now if I can ask where do you suggest we find cartridges?

[@brittanybecker8958]

some of my cartridges are sticky. How do i fix this problem? My cricut also freezes up while its cutting.

[@dadamahe]

@soaksupthesun WHAT!!!! WOWZER!!!! You got the Expression for $41.00 or was it the smaller cricut? That is just unheardof! I'm so super duper impressed!! Have fun!!!

[@mermaidauquita7575]

Thank u u just solved many of my problems

[@scrapin2010]

Nice... I learend alot to day

[@williamkilpatrick5856]

can explain about the difference of the knives and the angles of them

[@jeffnval1]

Hi Sweetie!!!! Gr8 job!!! I actually called ProvoCraft when I 1st got it and they explained that the set paper size was good to use on the mat in either direction you just had to remember that is your are going to load it with the arrow in the opposite direction you had to lay your paper in the opposite corner. Hope that makes sense. They said that if you alternate the direction frequently that it would make your mat last longer b/c you would be getting even use of your mat and not just 1 area

[@lilcav4583]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. I just finished watching episode one and am amazed at how much I did not know about my cricut. I have had the expressions for years, but I didn't know much about it, so I was afraid to use it. I am now watching episode 2 and enjoying. Again, thank you, thank you, thank you. Lillian

[@mysugarplumcottage]

Thank you Carolanne! These tutorials are so helpful, and I truly appreciate all of your time you are investing. I am grateful for you. Hugz-Joyce

[@lorrainepinto1792]

I just received my cricut. It's still in the box and when I take it out today I will be ready to go thanks to you and your videos!! I am not an instruction reader I like someone to show me!!! So thank you for your time!!! As I am a new subscriber and haven't seen all your videos.... any projects from start to finish to share? Holidays are coming!! Cards? Gifts? Tags? Oh also...can you put paper that has glitter on it in the cricut ir will that ruin it? Thanks!! Lorraine

[@susancharbonneau9419]

Thank you Carol Ann... Im watching you all the time. My Cricut will be here Monday.. Thanks to you ... I will know basics... Keep making the tips... love it Susan

[@janetparker7]

Your great

[@49lucky]

I love this and the videos. I have all the toys and still love my expression,but still haven't used all the keys this is great... Love these videos.

[@paperdragonfly12]

Wow ... I never knew about setting the paper size. Thanks for the awesome tip!

[@rebeccaskittles7952]

I love how you explains everything it has helped me out a lot

[@mssoftbrn]

Carolanne you can turn your mat the opposite way.. it will take it both ways..

[@donnatroutman-brooks6808]

Thanks so much for the videos covering the expression. I was given this machine by a lady in my church but it didn't come with the book of instructions. I already have a Sizzix Big Shot and a Crafters Companion Gemini. I have used my Big Shot for 2 years now and really like it. However, I have some problems with my dominant hand because of a brake. I was really glad to get an electric die cutter. I got the Gemini first but haven't used it much yet. My husband is building me a new studio and it isn't quite finished yet. I am waiting to get moved in it before I drag out more things.

[@rebsraggs]

so Very helpful!! Keep up the great work! You go at a great pace! Your a great teacher

[@poohgirl198024]

I never knew about the set paper size button! Of course I had to go up to my scraproom as soon as I could to try it out. It worked great the first time I put a 5x7 piece of paper in and it gave me the correct size. I tried it a second time with the same paper and it told me that it was 5x11 3/4 so I'm not sure what I did wrong. Maybe I had my mat loaded wrong, I had to go back downstairs so I didn't get a chance to investigate. I can't wait to play with it again!

[@mrsldavis]

Again - I really enjoyed reviewing the functions. Keep up the great work!!! This is a great series!

[@SuperTeresaann]

Now that I know how to use my cricut machine. I'm having a blast!

[@debbielograsso1878]

Love this video, great information

[@fasloan]

I wish I would have seen this when I first bought my expression over a yr ago maybe it wouldn't have set in a box for months...great job

[@37QueenB]

and when its linked is it link to the cricut or to a gypsy. As you can tell I am new at this and I like the way you explain this so I am asking you.

[@shoeprincess1]

Wow, no wonder my load last button looks so 'new' LOL! Thanks for letting us know! You are doing a great job, don't knock yourself out. You do have a life after all :-) I can't wait for the cartridge special features. I have heard Tags, Bags, Boxes and More is a tricky one. I rarely use it anyway. Thanks Carolanne, Brigitte xx

[@karenlawrence5822]

I have seen writing (Cursive) on vinyl using the cricut and would like to know how its done were the letters all join together. Im not sure of the cartridge used.

[@carolk1600]

Thank you so much. I learned alot. I knew the basic things on my cricut creat I have had it for the last 3 to 4 years but didnt know what the arrows were for or the load last was. I waisted alot of paper and energy cutting my paper to put it in the right spot and cutted off my paper alot. The next thing I want to learn is how to cut a window out of my cards using the cricut. I dont have all the cool stuff that is out there that can do that. Only have the very basic things. And need to make do with what I have. watching all these different youtub episodes have tought me aton of things. thank you so much.

[@soaksupthesun]

@dadamahe I'm gonna check it out ! thanks!!

[@juliespady8467]

I just found your series! Thank goodness! I've had my Create for several years but haven't really used it. Your videos are perfect! You are very easy to understand! Thanks!!

[@wandaj7955]

This was a much better explanation than the ones the actual cricut site gave. You are very precise and clear in your descriptions and even us old fogies are learning a lot. Keep up the work. Having worked with children for over twenty years myself, you would have made an excellent teacher. (Not that you treat your viewers as children, that's not what I'm saying. LOL!) Just that you simplify your explanations for better understanding on our part. Thanks and God bless you for your time and efforts.

[@craftymama2007]

You are doing a great job. Is that a cricut imagine mat you are using. I did not realize you could use them in the expression. are those better mats than the orignial cricut mats.Keep up the good work.

[@melissa1224jax]

Very informative, thanks for the series of videos.

[@dorisposwinski6100]

thanks for doing these videos. I have a lot of cartridges that were given to me and of course there are not much for instructions in the little booklet, so I need a lot of help.

[@loriturnbull3438]

Love the video.. I am getting the cricut tomorrow. I was wondering if it takes markers like the explore does. . ( I have been watching videos about the cricut for while and I notice the cricut explorer does but wasn't sure if the expression did.)

[@kcnetwork1]

So great!

[@37QueenB]

can you use any cricut cartridge with the cricut expression? And someone said some thing about being linked? What??

[@leevolaski1703]

How to fix the size dial?

[@yokepengkong423]

Your instructions are very clear but the photography is not clear. For eg, when you are pointing to something, it would be good to show where you are actually pointing too, This does not happen all the time but only sometimes. Overall, you are doing a fantastic job. Thank you. I'm about to buy a big shot. This is much better. There is no need to buy Die. How expensive are the blade to replace and is there a warning that the blade need changing?

[@sherrycarter1135]

thanks this really helped me alot...

[@influentialolive]

I Just got my expression yesterday, (1/25/2017) And, have been watching various videos since b4 I ordered it. I agree, your videos are at a good pace. I did not receive any instructions, nor cutting mats, I'll have mats today. Without Your videos, I'd be far more confused

[@staceylester404]

So my cricut expressions machine can be used with or without a computer, but without a computer I would have to use a chosen cartridges Right????

[@soaksupthesun]

@jeffnval1 good to know I'll try alternating. thanks for the tip!

[@ginaarmstrong1388]

Thank You!!! For These Videos!!!!!

[@keiibee2501]

I may should watch all the videos before I ask but is there a way I can use this without the cartridges? Can I use my phone or laptop??

[@hollynclardy]

Keii Bee no, you have to get a different kind of cricut to do that

[@janahuff6635]

A really informative video, thanks

[@cathyxox3999]

I'm confused you could show again & again ....

[@bambilong6305]

Please can anybody explain to me why you have to move the paper from the upper right down to the lower left, so if you don't move the paper does it mean it won't cut??????

[@jeanthomasf8]

You're the best!!!

[@angiecantu2747]

THANKS A LOT IT'S STILL A LOT TO LEARN.

[@dadamahe]

@soaksupthesun right now "Custom Crops" has the Expression for I believe $165.00. That is a great price. Have fun; you be addicted before you know it..

[@KISW1980]

Thanks so much! I learned a couple new things. :)

[@soaksupthesun]

Hi, I'm planning on getting cricut very soon, do you know any best places to purchase? Should I bother buying Font cartridges? Thanks!

[@heedahharris5270]

im getting one so im i really needed this

[@wdrumheller2000]

OK, I understand how to set the "x" left to right dimension on the paper, but I don't know how to tell it how LONG the paper is. What if I had about 9" long of paper, and I wanted it to fill up a space 12" left to right, by 9" in and out, up and down.... How do you REALLY specify the size of the paper? I'm only able to figure out how to teach the machine the width of the paper.

[@jeanbaker7164]

THANK YOU SO VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY MUCH MUCH MUCH MUCH MUCH MUCH MUCH MUCH

[@Cros-LexPioneers]

You crack me up!

[@diysforsanitygodbless7840]

I think you teach like we know nothing!!