Watercolor Cards with Cricut + 5 AMAZING free designs!

Get the free Cricut watercolor card designs at jennifermaker.com/diy-waterco...
Learn how to make DIY watercolor cards with a practice design and beautiful birds ... without needing any talent at watercolor! How? By using a Cricut cutting machine! Can a machine really help create the flowy, fun watercolor style we all love? With Cricut watercolor markers and some help from you, YES! I wanted some natural works of art to play with these markers, so I’ve designed some bird files for you to try! I’ve also provided a practice project that will help you understand how the machine manages designs with multiple colors. It's really helpful to make these DIY watercolor cards!
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MATERIALS LIST (contains my affiliate links):
View my Amazon shopping list with the exact items we used to make this project at amzn.to/3VZI7Dv
* Cricut Watercolor Markers and included Water Brush Pen - amzn.to/3AgixjJ
* Cricut 4.75" x 6.6" Watercolor Paper Blank Cards - amzn.to/3UtROYV
* 5.8" x 8.3” piece of Watercolor Paper - amzn.to/3W2t2jB
* Black Fine Point Pen - for peacock design details - amzn.to/3AaWNWg
* Paper Towels
* A method to draw your design - I used the amazing Cricut Maker 3 but you can also use the original Maker an Explore, or a Joy - jennifermaker.com/which-cricu...
* StandardGrip Green Machine Mat, 12" x 12" - amzn.to/3EqRlBD
* Brayer - amzn.to/3AkfoiS
* Cotton Swabs - Optional, for shading - amzn.to/3TLHzxU
* Water Brushes - Optional, for more detail - amzn.to/3sOGoTr
* Bowl of Water
* Design #457 - My free DIY Watercolor Cards SVG (available in my free resource library at jennifermaker.com/library )
0:00 - DIY Watercolor Cards with Cricut
2:47 - Supplies & Tools
3:29 - Get Free DIY Watercolor SVG Designs
4:11 - (Learn How To Upload an SVG To Cricut Design Space)
4:22 - Prep and Draw Your Practice Design
5:53 - Make Your Watercolor Design on Your Cricut
8:02 - Watercolor Your Practice Design
10:05 - Apply What You’ve Learned and Paint Watercolor Birds
10:45 - Paint a Watercolor Cardinal
12: 51 - Paint Watercolor Lovebirds
14:19 - Paint a Watercolor Hummingbird
16:26 - Paint a Watercolor Peacock
18:54 - Closing Notes and Link to More Information
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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my child!)
Music: Cute by Bensound (licensed, royalty and copyright free)
Videography: Jennifer Marx on a Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K camera
Design: A Jennifer Maker original!

[@loribennett5120]

Just when you think you’ve seen everything that a Cricut can make…..a new craft comes along!!! I backed up this video so many times to see your mom’s artwork. She is an incredible artist!!!

[@tealeadelmann3132]

Again, thank you so much for all you do for us. This is a project I did for both me and my mom. Your team is incredible and your generosity is so appreciated.

[@wyattmcconchie3889]

I saw this on the live video and immediately knew I needed to get my hands on this project! Beautiful!!!

[@jozeedz9549]

It’s gonna be fun doing the hummingbird & my fave…the peacock 🦚

[@carolschwaber6552]

Exciting! Can't wait to try this. TY!!

[@Jss-ni1xb]

Your detail instructions make easier. I can't decide which bird I like more but hummingbird is always the prettiest most fascinating bird to me. So I think that's the one for me. 🥰

[@tamicalder3221]

I is so fun all of the many ways we can use our Crickets!! And without you Jennifer, I would be still trying to figure out how to turn on my machine and use cricut design! I soooo very much appreciate you and your team Jennifer.... huge THANK YOU!!!

[@michelleadler7886]

That’s awesome!!! Loving it! Thx u!

[@samantharoden5315]

I'm relatively new to Cricut and your videos offer a compendium of amazing skills and projects. Thank you Jennifer!

[@karengates7154]

Another wonderful project. Thanks Jennifer.

[@rhondaperdos7527]

Thank you so much Jennifer! I love all your cute projects!

[@phylstamp]

I ran out this afternoon, purchased the markers and did the hello. Now I would love to learn how to create these designs for watercolor pens

[@georgetteberghammer8696]

I love this! Thanks Jennifer for showing us this technique. So fun! 🙂❤

[@kimmiebates3096]

These will be lots of fun. Thanks for sharing

[@Sorrynotsorry47]

I would've never thought about doing a watercolor project with my cricut, now I can't wait to try it! So cool, thank you!

[@lisydew]

Watercolors are so beautiful! Who knew you could use the Cricut for that. Thanks for sharing this technique!

[@BrittanyFenning]

You’ve really elevated the Cricut brand. Love your creative spirit.

[@susancoker6434]

I love the wide variety of projects. Thank you

[@lnorah62]

I was in the party yesterday and saw this preview. I went to Michaels to get the marker set and they were on sale. They did not have cards but I got some watercolor paper. This craft will be perfect for my 16 year old to do while on break for the holidays she loves to paint.

[@pschmitzer6515]

This is going to be AMAZING. Thank you for all you and team Jennifer does and for sharing your knowledge. I have come a long way with you all.

[@reginabyerly232]

WOW!! This is so...cool!! Thanks for sharing with us!! Love it!! ❤

[@lynncrosier918]

I USED TO dod watercolors; I am so excited to try this new process

[@DarleneSzalay]

Unbelievable how much you can learn from one little machine and inspiration from you my friend 🩷

[@debbiethomsen4500]

I’m so excited to try this!

[@ingagreen317]

Love those lovebirds!!!

[@clarebuszka6224]

These are so awesome, I'll have to get some of the pens...thank you

[@marianzmuda2610]

Great video. I recently bought these pens and did the sunflower card in Design Space. I will definitely try your designs. I’m particularly fond of the hummingbird. Thank you!

[@tararooff9101]

Another project on my list of must tries. This is an excellent idea and I can see myself applying this technique to all kinds of projects! Thanks again, Jennifer!

[@colleencrossley6006]

next purchase watercolor pencils! exciting looking projects Jennifer!

[@flacaleo4]

Wow my daughter likes to draw and with this new Cricut project she will love to try using the watercolor markers. Thanks to all the hard work Jennifer maker and team.

[@lindafulsaas5693]

I have wanted to play with water colors. This is so cool to be able to use the cricut. Thank you Jenny.

[@jackiemarassa5929]

Love this option, hope to become a better artist because of this video!! Thank you Jennifer

[@ginaspears9168]

These are so pretty! I would love to see more designs using the watercolor brushes, perhaps some flowers. Thanks for always sharing your talent and knowledge! Happy Holidays!

[@stellamccray5543]

I would love this new machine! I would make labels for all my annual fresh canned goods! Would be so awesome to have custom labels!

[@suemisslbeck7023]

This technique is simply fabulous. Can't wait to get some water-color paper, already have my pens.

[@lindaholley886]

You are such an awesome inspiration! Thank you for all that you do for this community :)

[@reneebanbury7066]

This technique is awesome! I watercolor all the time & made a lot of my cards. This will be fun to try. Thank you for the demonstration & ideas. You are our Cricut genius for sure! Merry Christmas!

[@marynauseef4192]

These are beautiful.

[@brendanugent1849]

I cannot image such beautiful watercolor is done with the cricut. How cool. Jennifer you are the best brining all the coolest artwork to us in a way we can do it. Thank you.

[@PatriciaBridges-kq8hc]

I never imagined being able to do watercolors. Thank you for this video. I can't wait to try this technique.

[@CraftHappens]

So beautiful! Can’t wait to get some pens!

[@kayswick9210]

Making it look so easy once again and taking away the fear to give it a try. Thanks so much for all you guys do!!

[@pja0284]

Wow totally awesome!

[@cindybailey2503]

I’m really impressed with these projects. I was very underwhelmed with the new watercolor pens but after seeing your projects they may just go on my wish list.

[@lucyirvine574]

Thanks you for all the wonderful info on Pens today , wishing you and your wonderful staff a Merry Christmas and the Best in 2023 to all xx

[@jeansimpson7607]

Think this could be a lot of fun to do. Thanks for all you and your staff so to teach us how to use our cricuts.

[@jnjhawaii5879]

Wow such a cute project! Thank you Jennifer you are so amazing in teaching us how our cricut can be used in so many ways!!! Cricut needs to pay you for what you do using their products 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@jenniferlm98]

I can not wait to get my watercolor pens so I can start practicing. Thank you for showing us how to get these to look amazing.

[@bridgethomer2157]

I love to color and this looks easy and so fun. Thank you.

[@barbarapratt7463]

Thank you for the beautiful project!

[@debilerda9941]

Looking forward to this class

[@janetwallace5780]

So cool! I love watercolor and your designs are fantastic!

[@donnaculp56]

Thank you. Love birds!

[@cathymyers7831]

Its easy to see where your creative sense came from.

[@JenniferMaker]

Thanks! 😊🌻

[@pvehlis]

Magnificent!

[@kathydavies1123]

Thanks for all you do and I hope you stay healthy.

[@kimberlycoto5007]

I can’t wait to try this!!

[@kathleenwages2639]

Beautiful!!

[@janepeters7922]

Really cool!

[@cindyfoley4170]

THE COLORS IN THESE ARE FANTASTIC

[@susanarmstrong6828]

WOW, just WOW.

[@lorrainemaccarelli4655]

Thanks so much! I couldn't have done this without your thorough instructions!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Glad I could help!

[@cherylh6360]

Fantastic, can't wait to try this. I've had the markers and paper since they came out and have not used them. Your designs are awesome

[@asterhund]

These are beautiful and look easy to do, thank you for sharing and demonstrating 😁😊

[@Dsign6]

Love the watercolor drawings in this video. This will be my new project in the new year!

[@mason123abc7]

This is amazing!

[@jamiehouse584]

I Love it! Thank You

[@gailsears2913]

This is so cool! Thanks for showing!

[@edwinaumphrey5578]

Brilliant!

[@allisonvanparis7868]

Thank you, this video is awesome! I didn't realize that Cricut had watercolor markers. Something to look for on-line.

[@susancoker6434]

Thank you for these projects and all the time you give to us.

[@jelynix]

I did not know that there are watercolor, pens for the cricut! I’m intrigued!!

[@charlespinedaphotography]

These are all beautiful! Thank you for sharing! I just bought my watercolor markers and brush set. ~Vanessa

[@JenniferMaker]

I'm happy you like them🥰

[@cherienicholas5649]

Oh! My! I hadn't heard of the watercolor markers and I am blown away by the possibilities you've shown us! Thanks for the freebies and the outstanding tutorial!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome! Give them a try!

[@ruthbryant3929]

Awesome!

[@christine6650]

Thank you!!💞

[@barbcunnius3904]

Just ordered my pens💕

[@belindahicks6137]

These are beautiful, thank you. ❤ 😍 💖 ❣ 💕

[@Brendasts]

Thank you once again, your attention to detail is spot on! I was not impressed with the Cricut watercolor designs in Design Space. Looking forward to trying these.

[@marychicoine6081]

So much fun, I love to watercolor for real and this is just fabulous ! Thank you !!!

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@micheletrine5702]

this is so amazing thank you for all you do to help us crafters succeed.

[@rebeccamacdonald7593]

Thanks again ❤️

[@evelinakelley9366]

Beautiful watercolor designs. Jennifer you made it look so easy, I think I will purchase the water color makers now that it doesn't seem so intimidating.

[@AmeeCross]

I love all these birds. Now I have to go shopping for watercolors

[@kathyparker8241]

Love it

[@kathryndoyle4204]

I ordered the card mat and the watercolor markers...so excited and ready to use them!!

[@JenniferMaker]

Hope you enjoy it! 😊🌻

[@sharonlorenz8781]

So cool

[@estherslater9823]

Cool need to try this after the holidays 😊

[@leoniepreece1784]

I have got watercolor paper. I will try it. They all look beautiful. Thank you ❤😊

[@JenniferMaker]

Have fun!💗

[@Mar-bk7gx]

Jennifer, this is so wonderful, thank you, thank you, thank you! I’ve always wanted to do watercolor, but can’t draw. I got the Cricket markers, but was clueless. I am so excited to try this first thing tomorrow. Thank you for all you do! ❤❤

[@JenniferMaker]

You are so welcome!

[@campfarm6910]

Nice idea

[@kathleenwages2639]

Missed the earlier session so looking forward to seeing what you do with watercolor today.

[@teresajohnson4844]

Me too

[@barbcunnius3904]

So amazing ❤

[@pja0284]

Looks very interesting!

[@mariannaholzer7989]

Beautiful watercolors by your mom! Wish I could draw like that, will have to settle for help from my cricut, and I'm so looking forward to trying watercolors, as soon as I get some watercolor pens. Who Knew?!

[@cindyfoley4170]

BEAUTIFUL PICTURES. CAN"T WAIT UNTIL MY CRAFT ROOM IS FINISHED. THIS WILL BE A GOOD PROJECT TO DO WITH MY GRANDCHILDREN.

[@MyMissymo]

Hello from Texas and Happy Holiday!

[@MarilynHall-uh4mn]

Thank you, I loved painting the birds with you and I would love to see flowers and critters in watercolor!

[@JenniferMaker]

Sounds great! 😊🌻

[@sandybrickman1392]

I was only able to catch a few minutes earlier so I’m looking forward to this!

[@sherrynoel9060]

I had no idea that Cricut had watercolor markers. I'm looking forward to trying these :)