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Cricut Pens and Markers

Cricut Pens and Markers

Did you know you that Cricut machines can "write" and "draw"? Both functionalities are a huge hit with Cricut users. You can convert almost any cut design to a drawing design or add drawing elements to any project. One of the things to know about this feature is that...

Sublimation 101

Sublimation 101

This post is a compliment from a very detailed write-up made by Cricut Tips & Tricks group expert who is a professional vinyl installer - Amanda Bergsma Sublimation Sublimation is when something goes from a solid to a gas and back to a solid, skipping the liquid...

Sharpening Blades For Cricut Machines

Sharpening Blades For Cricut Machines

If you have been around Cricut groups on Facebook then undoubtedly you have come across posts arguing against and for the practice of sharpening Cricut blades by poking it into an aluminum ball. Cricut fine-point blades are manufactured with premium German carbide...

Cutting Mats Management

Cutting Mats Management

The key to getting the most out of your cutting mat is proper care. Some of my mats are over 3 years old and I still continue to use them. After much research (lots of YouTube watching), reading through various blog posts, and trying several things, I have landed on...

Cricut Machine Cutting Mats

Cricut Machine Cutting Mats

Cricut offers four different type of Cricut machine mats for Cricut machines. Each of these mats is used to cut different types of materials (from popular lightweight materials like copy paper and washi tape sheets to heavyweight materials like faux leather and...

Pricing

Pricing

One of the most commonly asked questions in crafting business is how much to charge and/or how to price items. Pricing your products is one of the cornerstone decisions you’ll make, because it impacts almost every aspect of your business, and will define your success....

Working with HTV

Working with HTV

Working with HTV, aka iron-on and/or heat transfer vinyl, can be daunting at first. These tips are to help you to learn how to work with HTV: Wash your items without any detergents. All laundry products have softeners and leave a residue. This can prevent vinyl from...

Best Printer For Cricut Projects

Best Printer For Cricut Projects

Printers are big part of crafting world and are an integral part of creating amazing results. Let's begin with a summary of different type of printers and the technology behind them. Inkjet printer - prints by spraying microscopic droplets of ink onto paperLaserJet...

Working with Text/Fonts

Working with Text/Fonts

Text is a big component in any design. A correctly chosen font can take an entire design to a new level. Design Space makes it relatively easy to personalize your project using text and different fonts. You can use Cricut fonts as well as any system font...