Recent Cricut Blog Posts
Cricut or Silhouette?! Which Machine Should I buy?
After working at both Cricut and Silhouette America, I thought it was time to do a head to head comparison. Which machine should you buy- the Cricut Maker or the Silhouette Cameo 4?!
How to Make Hair Bows with Faux Leather
Check out this post and grab 3 free SVG bow templates! I used faux leather to whip up these bows in minutes. I can’t wait to see what you create!
Vinyl Decals for Starbucks Cups
I love Starbucks a little too much. Starbucks has been a fun once a week treat that Ryan and I look forward to every weekend. My Starbucks cup collection continues to grow and I love the idea of personalizing them even more! This tutorial will show you how to make your own custom cup!
How to Make Planner Stickers Using Your Cricut
I have always wanted to be someone who is uses a planner. Layouts filled with color coordinated schedules and stickers make my OCD heart so happy… but for some reason I get overwhelmed with the thought of making a layout and not loving it. So I decided to spend an afternoon designing planner stickers. I am so excited with how they turned out and can’t wait to make more. And since I love you and am so happy you are here, I want to give them to you for free! Here is the free download so you can grab these planner stickers and use them with your cutting machine!
How to Make Finger Puppets Using Your Cricut Maker Machine
Cutting felt with your Cricut Maker machine couldn’t be easier! These were so fun to make, I cannot wait to make all of the things out of felt!
Cricut Beginner Must-Haves!
Now that you know which machine you want, you are probably wondering what you should buy first! I can help you decide what you need now and what can wait! I am so excited for you!
How to choose which Cricut Machine is best for YOU!
If you already have chosen to invest in a Cricut machine, you honestly cannot make the wrong choice at this point! However, in this post, I will help YOU decide which machine is best for what you want to create! I will do a side by side comparison so you can see the machines cut and how they cut 3 different materials: paper, fabric, and wood! If you end up buying a machine, comment below and share what helped you make your decision!
Using Infusible Ink on a Baby Onesie or T-shirt
Have you ever wondered if you could make HTV/ iron-on permanent? Truly permanent? Have you heard of Infusible Ink? t’s easy to use and permanent. It completely infuses into your shirt blank (so long as it has a high polyester content)! Check out this tutorial to master all things Infusible Ink!
How To Download a Font to Cricut Design Space (for computers)
This tutorial will walk you through how to download FREE fonts (for personal use only) onto your computer/ laptop and use them with Cricut Design Space! It is so much easier than you think… I promise!
Window Messages of Love
With everything in the world feeling a little scary right now, let’s brighten up our windows with some messages of hope for our neighbors to enjoy!
Easy DIY Face Shield Mask with Any Cutting Machine (Cricut & Silhouette)
Are you looking for a way to help essentials workers? These shields can be cut on your Cricut or Silhouette machines and can help increase the longevity of N95 and fabric masks. I’ve included a free SVG that you can use with your machines.
DIY Alphabet, Numbers, and Shapes Reusable Tracing Board: Free SVG Included
When I heard the news that Utah schools would be closed until at least May 1st, my heart sank a little! Don’t get me wrong! My friends are crushing the whole work from home, home-schooling, and surviving a Global pandemic thing! Honestly, I don’t know how they are doing it… but my heart sank for the kids! Hopefully this little tracing board will help your school loving kiddos feel a like they are in school again!
How to Cut Vinyl Super Small with a Cricut Machine
As a Cricut crafter, you may have attempted to cut teeny, tiny letters and then given up because it is just too frustrating. I have been there too. I will share some of my favorite tips to cut, weed, and transfer your vinyl… you will need patience, but you can do it!
Rainbow Baby Closet Dividers
Multicolor vinyl application may seem like it would take forever! But using a template and a few pro tips, you can create and replicate a project over and over in minutes!
Engraving with Your Cricut Machine
Engraving seems intimidating when you don’t know how to create files that work with your cutting machine! Don’t worry– I figured out the hard part and will share with you all of my favorite tips and tricks in this tutorial!
How to Make a Door Mat with Your Cricut
Have you seen the adorable doormat ideas all over Pinterest?! Would you believe me if I said, “You can make that!” I will share all of my tips and tricks to make your own. Get excited because your front porch is about to get a lot cuter… a little snarkier too!
How To Use Iron-On/ Heat Transfer Vinyl on Shirts
Using Iron-on/ Heat Transfer Vinyl can be confusing. There are so many things to remember when applying it. This post will walk you through everything I wish I knew when I first started making shirts.
Easy DIY Craft Organization & Labels
If you know me, you know I love craft organization as much as I love crafting! I was dying to find a way to organize all of my supplies and I am happy to report that I loving this storage solution from Michaels!
Using the Xyron Glaminator to Create Snowflake Ornaments!
I love setting a table where my placecards can double as a little take-home gift. These snowflake ornaments are so easy to make. If you haven’t tried Cricut’s Print then Cut, get excited! And as if that is not enough, then we are going to foil our prints using the Xyron Glamintor!!! No transfer tape, vinyl, weeding… just cover it and run it through. It sounds too good to be true, but I promise you it’s even easier than that sounds!
The EASIEST Way to Apply Any Type of Vinyl on ANY Surface!
My #1 question is always how do you apply vinyl!? I have been using the “hinge method” even before I knew it had that name. This technique is super popular in the sign making world and it lends itself perfectly to crafting.
Michaels US Map File
I had the opportunity to take over Michaels Stores’ Instagram Story where I showed how to make an adorable Metal Map project! I will eventually post an entire how-to, but while I get my act together, I wanted to share the file and shop links with you all.
Using Cricut’s Mosaic Iron-On
I absolutely love Cricut’s Mosaic Iron-On! But the first time you use it, you may be surprised by the double-liner situation. Don’t worry! I have an entire video to hold your hand as your complete your project. This post also includes a free Mosaic Iron-On Template to make designing a breeze!