My Best TIPS, TRICKS & SECRETS to Cutting FAUX LEATHER EARRINGS with a Cricut

[@VialDesigns]

Great video and tips!

[@AmyRomeu]

Thank you so much, I appreciate it!

[@NCStitcher]

Thank you Ami for a marvelous "tip" video. So helpful, but then all your videos are great! Blessings!

[@colejames16]

Thanks Amy - this really helped as my fabric kept getting caught up in the machine. Thanks for being so clear and simple about it!

[@AmyRomeu]

I'm so glad this was helpful for you!

[@gmjones7537]

The tips of cutting one set at a time And using the blue painters tape are both so brilliant! Just the perfect "just in case" insurance to keep my leather in place.

[@AmyRomeu]

I’m so glad you found this video helpful! 💗 Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@teresavitorino]

Awesome Thank you

[@AmyRomeu]

So glad you found this video helpful, Teresa! Thank you for your comment!

[@ericaparkswright1560]

Thank you!!! Best video for newbie's. Huge help!!!

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Erica! Thanks for your comment! I appreciate it! I'm glad you found this video helpful.

[@jeanpalomo4059]

THANK YOU....this is one of the best videos I have seen on Cricut earrings. It is awesome for beginners.

[@AmyRomeu]

Thanks, Jean! I'm so glad you found this video helpful!

[@Weirdosbe]

Love your honest, thorough tips.. thank you

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, I'm glad this video was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment. :)

[@laquishalewis1851]

Thank you so much! I was stuck until I found you 🤗 you are greatly appreciated!

[@AmyRomeu]

Thank you for your kind comment! I'm so glad my tips have been helpful to you.

[@kazzaMcFazza]

Thank you! So glad I found your video before I wasted more faux leather. Your tips have saved me a lot of money.

[@AmyRomeu]

Thank you so much for your comment! I'm glad you found this video to be helpful!

[@kimhandy1861]

This is a great tutorial full of very helpful information! Thanks for sharing!

[@AmyRomeu]

Thanks for your comment, Kim! I'm so glad you found this video helpful!

[@dmcrafter]

Thank you

[@AmyRomeu]

Thanks for your comment, Dedeth! I hope you found this video helpful!

[@marlypagan8379]

Thank God i found your channel. As a begginer i have a lot of ??? but thank you for sharing this tips. I appreciate your time!!

[@AmyRomeu]

I’m so glad you found this video helpful, Marly! Thanks for your comment! :)

[@nahnisjourney1406]

Thank you 😊

[@LorraineCastellon-Rowe]

Just watched again as a refresher. Really excellent info. Thank you again for this video. I love watching all of your videos!! You're so clear and concise with every tutorial and I sincerely appreciate it!! 🦋❣🦋❣🦋❣🦋❣🦋❣🦋

[@AmyRomeu]

Thanks for your comment, Lorraine! I'm so glad you found this video helpful!

[@anamatulin5243]

Thank you Amy 😊

[@AmyRomeu]

It's my pleasure! Thank you for watching!

[@lij-alchemistsjoy6400]

Thank you, Amy! These tips are great and very helpful!

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, thank you so much for taking the time to comment! I'm so glad you found these tips helpful.

[@cherannehubal]

Thank u😊

[@AmyRomeu]

It's my pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@anitabond2184]

Thank you sooo much

[@AmyRomeu]

I'm glad you found this video helpful, Anita!

[@LeslieGrantlovefaithhope]

this was a really well done video. so clear and direct and easy to follow. thank you.

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Leslie! I'm so glad you found this video helpful. Thank you so much for your comment. :)

[@angelortega7708]

Awesome!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@AmyRomeu]

My pleasure! Thanks for letting me know you found these tips helpful!

[@marylaskey8147]

Great tip

[@AmyRomeu]

Thanks, Mary! I'm glad you found this video helpful!

[@tiff8468]

I am really excited to find you on Instagram and now I am watching all of your you tube videos. You give so much and it’s much appreciated!

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Tiffany! Thank you so much for your kind comment! I appreciate it.

[@amyd1849]

Fantastic!

[@AmyRomeu]

Glad you liked this video, Amy! Thanks for your comment.

[@tamikaleggett7530]

Awesome tips & trucks. They are definitely helping me, especially with the dollar tree brand

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Tamika! I'm so glad these tips are helping! Thank you for taking the time to comment and let me know. Amy

[@kellikozusnik8194]

Thank you so much!!! This has been EXTREMELY helpful 💜💜

[@AmyRomeu]

I'm so glad, Kelli! Thank you for letting me know!

[@erindoesthethings]

Thank you for this. I just started an etsy shop & wanted to make a bunch of earrings last night. The material was not working for me whatsoever. I will def be using these tips! Thank you

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Erin! Thanks for your comment! I'm so glad you found this video helpful. :)

[@Momowild3230]

Love blue painter’s tape. I use it on my cross stitch Aida cloth too.

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Monique! Thanks for your comment. Yes, blue painter's tape is awesome. It is a little pricey, but I reuse the pieces a few times so it lasts longer.

[@morgansnipes5687]

The video is so much help! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Morgan! I'm so glad you found this video helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@luv2qlt80122]

Love your tips on jewelry making. I have 2 questions. 1. Do you glue your layers together or just let them hang loose? 2. Could you do a video on how to put together the double holed earrings? What size "O" ring do you use and the trick to get them together. Thank you.

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, thanks for your comment! If the layers are thin and the same size and I’m trying to make the earrings thicker, then I will glue them together. If the layers are staggered sizes, I like them to gang loosely. I will cut those from thicker leather. And yes, I can make a video for you about that! :)

[@anacris7416]

@@AmyRomeu Which glue is the best? Thank you.

[@chaep]

I have similar butterfly svg earrings, and I love them, I might give urs a try as well, but thanks for the tip on keeping the earring straight. My problem was it was always breaking, but now that I have new ones I don’t have that problem any more 😊

[@AmyRomeu]

That's great to hear! Thank you for your comment.

[@nancyouellet5864]

Great tutorial 👌

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Nancy! Thanks for your comment! I appreciate it.

[@INTHEMIDDLEOFOHIATREES]

Mahalo for your tips! Aloha from Hawaii!

[@AmyRomeu]

Thank you for your comment! I'm so glad you found these tips helpful! :)

[@cindyhicks3564]

Thank you so much for the help

[@AmyRomeu]

It's my pleasure, Cindy! I'm so glad you found this video helpful!

[@user-cv4zt8hf2u]

Very helpful

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, I'm so glad to hear it! Thanks for your comment. :)

[@sequintiasummons8561]

Hi Amy, What brand of faux leather are you using? Love the videos! ❤️

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, all of the supplies I used in this video are linked in the Materials section of my tutorial here: amyromeu.com/diy-cricut-faux-leather-butterfly-earrings/

[@autumn_breeze140]

Great tips thank you!

[@AmyRomeu]

Thanks for letting me know you liked this video! :)

[@lcanale73]

Thank you for the amazing tips!!!!

[@AmyRomeu]

I'm so glad you found this video helpful, Leah! :)

[@tammyhanlon13]

Thank you so much I will be trying this tonight. I have been having such a hard time cutting them . It has been ruining my material.

[@AmyRomeu]

Let me know how it goes, Tammy! I hope these tips works well for you.

[@ogdenjj]

Thank you for sharing, this has helped me so much!

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, thanks for your comment. I'm so glad you found these tips helpful!

[@robinsvintagejourney]

Thank you for your great tutorials. You do an outstanding job! 🌸

[@AmyRomeu]

Thank you so much for your comment, Robin! I'm so glad you are finding my videos helpful! I appreciate it. :)

[@ginaozmtz]

Thank you for your video! I have not yet made some faux leather earrings but I'm excited to try. Question: Which faux leather is best to use and where can I get it?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Gina! I'm glad you found this video helpful! I've put together a list of my favorite places to buy faux leather. Here's the link: amyromeu.com/best-places-buy-faux-leather-cricut-earrings/

[@PoeticGMamaWRITENCRAFT]

Just getting started. Thanks for your tips 🎉

[@AmyRomeu]

It's my pleasure! I'm excited for you. Please let me know if you have any questions along the way! I'm always happy to help.

[@stephanieweiland2909]

Love your videos! What glue would you recommend to use faux to bass wood? Thank you

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Stephanie! Thanks for your comment! I would probably use E6000 or something less smelly like Bearly Art Glue. Try to spread the glue as evenly as possible and get it close to the edge but not all the way. Be sure to put the glued pieces under something heavy like a book for several hours, overnight is best. That will help you get a smooth glued result.

[@stephanieweiland2909]

@@AmyRomeu awesome Amy thank you

[@AmyRomeu]

@@stephanieweiland2909 My pleasure!

[@wildflower868]

Great tips. Thank you!

[@AmyRomeu]

Thanks, Heather! You are so welcome! I'm glad this video was helpful.

[@suzannefoster4923]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful tips!

[@AmyRomeu]

Suzanne Foster I’m so glad you found this video helpful! Thanks for watching, Suzanne! :)

[@yvonnetucker1416]

GREAT IDEAS

[@AmyRomeu]

Thank you, Yvonne. You are so kind. :)

[@pamh6014]

I tried making a pair of faux leather earrings using the pebbled leather. I added the iron on vinyl to the back side. But the heat made the pebble design on the front disappear on part of the earring. As if it melted it? I don't really know what happened. The earring looks fine until you look at it closely and see that part of the pebbles are missing. What did I do wrong? I use a regular iron. I love your videos!

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Pam! Sounds like a little too much heat and maybe too much pressure. Iron-on over faux leather doesn’t need the same high heat and pressure that vinyl on a shirt does. I would reduce the temp and also press firmly but not hard for about 5 seconds at a time. Let me know if that helps! I’ve done that myself so I understand! :)

[@f8nomore]

Great tips and very helpful! Thank you so so much for this video! xox

[@AmyRomeu]

I'm so glad you enjoyed these tips! Thanks for letting me know, that makes my day.

[@MommyRaena]

Do you have to use the mirror option when cutting? Thanks!

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Raena! Since faux leather cuts face down, it's best to use the mirror setting. For letters, words, or other designs/shapes that have a definite left and right side, then mirroring is a must. :)

[@MommyRaena]

@@AmyRomeu thank you!

[@rumpzafamily]

Wrote all the tips down! Thanks

[@AmyRomeu]

My pleasure! So glad you found this video helpful! Thank you for your comment. :)

[@sk8rgirl213]

Great tips! I have a question about makingmy earrings and bows durable. Do you use any type of stiffening spray or sealer? My bows come out pretty, but they get flat and flimsy. Any tips?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Desiree! I don't make a lot of bows, but for earrings, I add stiffness by adding a backing, either a second layer of faux leather or heat transfer vinyl. I have a video about four ways to add a backing to faux leather that may help. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2KsfGl7m6ZpmZo

[@myday1010]

Thank you so much... Do you use the fine point blade on thick crocodile type faux leather?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, for very thick faux leathers the fine point blade may not cut all the way through, but you can try it with "more" pressure and repeat the cut several times.

[@myday1010]

@@AmyRomeu Thank you!

[@meganschaff7065]

Do you have any trouble with the d-ring hole breaking? I made a pair of earrings and the wind caused the faux leather to rip. I was thinking of adding iron on or vinyl to the back before I cut?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Megan! Yes, adding iron or vinyl will help making the earrings sturdier. Also, you can adjust the earring hole yourself in Cricut Design Space and move it further away from the edge as another tip. I have a video on how to do this here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6acn6iqg5yJsNk

[@dottiekarcher8772]

Another superb video. There are quite a few vinyl patterns of cartoon characters, flowers, etc. How do you isolate the vinyl so circut only cuts the item you are focused on, ie: the character, flower, etc? Thank you so much

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Dottie! I would say you'll want to use your grid lines to determine where your shapes will cut and where your pattern is. You can also use Snap Mat to take a photo of your mat and align your shapes to cut. It's only available with the Cricut Design Space ios app and the Maker and Explore machines. You can learn more about Snap Mat here: help.cricut.com/hc/en-us/articles/360009379934-SnapMat-FAQ

[@dottiekarcher8772]

@@AmyRomeu very helpful, didn’t know about this option. Again, thank you 😊!!

[@denise91221]

Thanks for the tips. I noticed you had your white wheels all the way to the right, is that necessary?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Denise! Thanks for your question! Yes, when cutting faux leather, you don't want the star wheels rolling over the material and making impressions in the faux leather, so you want to move them out of the way.

[@M1sf1tss750]

What brand of leather do you use?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Skyla! Thanks for your comment. I use faux leathers from Amazon, Etsy, and independent sellers. I have links to my favorite suppliers on this page on my blog: amyromeu.com/my-favorite-products/ Also, I have lots of faux leather earring tutorials on my blog and my KZbin channel, and I share links to the specific faux leathers I use in each tutorial. I hope that helps!

[@bmrs.g7108]

Hi thanks for the tutorial where do you get your backings from?

[@AmyRomeu]

Bella Mrs.G Hi, thanks for your comment! Do you mean what do I put on the back of the faux leather earrings? If so, I have another video with four different ways to do that. Here’s the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2KsfGl7m6ZpmZo

[@michellerussell6969]

what blade do you use for thick faux leather?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Michelle! For thick faux leather, I'll switch to the Deep Point Blade (the one in the black housing). :)

[@michellerussell6969]

Any special mat? Because I am afraid to use the deep blade

[@AmyRomeu]

@@michellerussell6969 I only cut faux leather on the purple mat. Are you already using "more" pressure with the fine point blade? Repeating the cut several times? I would try those things first before switching to another blade, but I'm not sure where you are at in the process. :) For really thick faux leather that you can't cut with a Cricut, you'll want to look at getting a Sizzix die cutting machine.

[@haileelong4529]

I got some faux leather from Amazon and I’ve been doing some test with it today but it keeps cutting my mat! I tried the faux leather paper thin but it didn’t cut the whole way through but when I add more pressure it still cuts my mat

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Hailee! My mats get some cuts in them, it happens, as long as they aren't too deep it shouldn't be a problem long term. You may want to go back to using Default pressure and then repeating the cut by pressing the C button before you unload the mat. You can also play around with creating a custom material setting with less pressure. Let me know if you want some more info on how to do that. :)

[@handmadebyannettecleary9644]

thanks so much. I am trying to very delicate earrings...it's not working no matter what I do. may be to much for my cricut air 2

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Annette! I'm sorry you are having trouble. Delicate or intricate designs can be tricky to cut on any machine. :)

[@brooklynmaliah]

Do these tricks work for the silhouette machine?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Brooklyn! Thanks for your comment. I'm sorry, I don't have a Silhouette so I'm not sure! :)

[@brittneypeterson8974]

Hey there ! Great tips!! Question !? Can I adhere vynyl to the back of faux leather then cut with template ? Using cricut maker? Thank you.

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Brittney! Yes, you can. I do it all the time. I have a video about this, and a few other ways to put a back on faux leather earrings. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2KsfGl7m6ZpmZo

[@brittneypeterson8974]

@@AmyRomeu what a saint thank you so much for your time! Very much appreciated!!!

[@roamwithmao]

Hi Amy - I just cut my first set of earrings and there were sticky residue from the mat on the front of the faux leather. Any tips on how to prevent that or clean it? Thanks - Mao

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Mao! Thanks for your message. I have never heard of that happening until the first time earlier this week. I'm so puzzled as to what could be causing it! Is your purple mat brand new? Is it the Cricut brand, or something else? But one thing you can do until the mat becomes less sticky is apply clear transfer tape down to the mat first, sticky side up, and then press the faux leather onto the transfer tape. I do this when I cut chunky glitter sheets to protect my mats from glitter residue, and it may help you in this instance as well. Let me know how it goes. :)

[@roamwithmao]

@@AmyRomeu Yes, brand new mat and not a Cricut brand. I’ll try the transfer tape tip! Thank you so much!

[@AmyRomeu]

That's interesting! I wonder if the other person who had this issue was using a similar mat. I'm going to ask her! Thanks for the update.

[@jessicafotopoulos7089]

Do I need to mirror the design when making the earrings?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Jessica! It depends on the design. Designs that have text, or something else that needs to be seen a certain way, should be mirrored. If they are just shapes, then they don't need to be mirrored.

[@crystalweiche6925]

I’m trying to cut some chunky faux leather glitter I have done everything here and even cut it 3x but it will barely put an indentation in the leather. Not sure what to do, any ideas?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Crystal! It sounds like you have some thick glitter! After you confirm your fine point blade is in the housing correctly, you may want to try out the deep point blade instead. It comes in a black housing. I have a link on my favorite products page on my blog: amyromeu.com/my-favorite-products/

[@meliahernandez2253]

Is the strong grip mat stronger than the pink fabric mat?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Melia! Yes, the purple strong grip mat is much stickier than then the pink mat. :)

[@meliahernandez2253]

@@AmyRomeu good to know! I have been having lots of trouble cutting faux leather so I bought the pink mat thinking it would be the strongest since fabric tends to be heavy. I will try the purple mat 💜

[@AmyRomeu]

@@meliahernandez2253 Yes, the purple mat is the way to go! Also tape down the material with blue painter's tape on all sides. Let me know if these tips help!

[@Urmyseoulmate]

Hello what do you use to cut your faux leather to size? Regular Scissors or a precise cutter?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Marlenne! I use regular scissors to cut the faux leather to size.

[@Urmyseoulmate]

@@AmyRomeu thank you😊

[@Urmyseoulmate]

@@AmyRomeu hello again question could we use heat and bond with faux leather and be able to do a cut with fine point blade with a cricut air 2? Or would i need a deep cut blade? I just dont want to ruin my material im new to all this so any advice is appreciated thank you

[@LorraineCastellon-Rowe]

Excellent tips!! Thank you very much. This should help me greatly. 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Lorraine! I'm so glad you found this video helpful. I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know. :)

[@elizebethkellum7361]

How big do you make your earrings

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Elizebeth! Great question. I like to make my earrings about 1 inch to 1.3 inches wide and between 1 and 2.5 inches tall. I hope that helps!

[@janmadson7043]

Do you ever use faux leather that is not the Cricut brand? Do you think the Cricut can cut an intricate 3-D mandala patterns?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Jan! I use faux leather that is not Cricut brand all the time. In each of my tutorials I link to the exact material I used - usually the faux leather is from Etsy or Amazon. That being said, if you wanted to cut a mandala pattern from faux leather, using Cricut brand would be my suggestion. It is thin and dense, so it makes intricate cuts better than other materials. I did a snowflake earring design last year with a delicate scalloped edge, and Cricut brand faux leather was the only material that would make the cut cleanly. You can see the snowflake design on my blog here: amyromeu.com/diy-snowflake-earrings-cricut/ Another idea is to cut the mandala from foil iron-on or heat transfer iron on and press it on a faux leather base. That way you get the intricate design but you don't have to struggle cutting it from faux leather. Here's an example from my blog of a more intricate design cut from foil iron-on and then pressed onto faux leather: amyromeu.com/diy-cricut-boho-faux-leather-teardrop-earrings/

[@crystalmurray1090]

Im making butterfly earrings but it is cutting too much almost the lines are getting destroyed... Maybe its because I didnt tape it down? also the rollers on your cricut I see two white rollers to the right and I have 4 all across the roller does that make a difference?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Crystal! Thanks for your comment. Yes, move the star wheels off to the sides. You can push them gently with your fingers and nudge them to the edges. Also tape down your faux leather for better cuts! Let me know how it goes. :)

[@thatwickedsmahttraumachick]

Will a paper cutter cut silk flowers? I have arthritis but want to make fall leaves. Help!!!

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, René. Thanks for your message. I'm sorry, I'm not sure! You could use a Cricut to cut fabric or paper into fall leaves, though. :)

[@alina.cosplay]

What size are your earrings?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Alina! Do you mean the butterfly earrings I'm wearing? They are about 2.3" tall.

[@alina.cosplay]

@@AmyRomeu yes! Thank you! :) These are SO cute!

[@mjk5600]

I purchased your tear drop files but can’t separate them to only make one pair. Won’t let me ungrounded.

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Mary. Are you in Cricut Design Space, using the SVG file? If so, select ALL the earring shapes on the canvas and then click ungroup. If it doesn't work, you may not have uploaded the SVG. It will say SVG in the title and may look like a Chrome icon or a Windows Edge icon, depending on how your device displays SVG file types. Let me know if this helps!

[@dorothyyoko7742]

How do I cut a hole for the hook in the leather earring?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Dorothy! I use a 1/16 inch hole punch to make the holes. Here's a link to the one I use (aff link): amzn.to/37TLcfP

[@anafonseca8748]

I did everything that you mentioned that I'm having trouble with the detail of my earring lift it up and Ruining the whole cut! Help

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Ana! Are you cutting from chunky glitter? It's best to use a simple design when cutting chunky glitter. If your design is too complex, it may not cut well.

[@pitaramirez9328]

Do you ever sublimate the faux leather or leather earrings?

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Pita! I haven't sublimated faux leather, but I have sublimated on sublimation earring blanks. You can see what I mean in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2KWXoeAoNNjgcU

[@bettymontgomery6198]

Making faux leather earrings. The foil will not adhere to it. Any reason you can think of ????

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Betty! Is your faux leather smooth or pebbled (or otherwise textured)? I have a video on how I foiled faux leather earrings that you may want to check out for more foiling tips!

[@bettymontgomery6198]

@@AmyRomeu smooth

[@cherylholt-boyd7050]

It keeps breaking my blades.

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Cheryl! I've never had that problem. Sorry to hear that!

[@lindasanders9774]

👍🏻

[@AmyRomeu]

Thanks, Linda! :)

[@user-cv4zt8hf2u]

Very helpful

[@AmyRomeu]

Hello! Thanks for your comment! I'm so glad you found this video helpful. :)

[@reginamannings92]

Great tips ! Thank you

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Regina! I'm glad you found these tips to be helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@marynellessen8790]

Great information, thank you!!!

[@AmyRomeu]

It's my pleasure, glad this video was helpful to you!

[@sandywright-leonard5238]

Great tips. Thank you.

[@AmyRomeu]

Hi, Sandy! I'm glad you found these tips to be helpful. Thanks for watching!