Have you seen the new mosaic vinyl from Cricut? It is really fun and perfect for adding some pizzazz to your projects. But how do you use it? I am running down the basics of this new Cricut vinyl below so that you know exactly how to use it on your next project.
This tutorial will show you how to use mosaic vinyl from Cricut as I create this dinosaur wall art, but you can follow along to see how it all works!
I love my Cricut crafts so much. In fact, I have a whole section of my website dedicated to teaching you how to use the Cricut machines and plenty of crafts for you to practice with! You might also want to check out my post on vinyl basics if you haven’t worked with adhesive vinyl at all yet.
How to Use Mosaic Vinyl from Cricut
Supplies needed to make the dinosaur wall art:
- White paint
- 10×10 wood panel
- Vinyl in the color of your choice
- Mosaic vinyl in the shape and color of your choice
- Transfer tape
- Cricut machine (any will work for this project)
- Paintbrush
- Cricut cut file for the dinosaur art (#M46276 is a similar file in Cricut Design Space)
- Weeding tools
I have a video outlining how to use the new mosaic vinyl as well as how to make this project.
I also have all the details on how to use this product below if you can’t watch the video.
Paint the wood panel. One coat of this paint was enough for me but you may need to coats. Just be sure to allow to dry in between coats. You will also want to let the panel dry completely before adding any vinyl.
How to Cut Mosaic Vinyl from Cricut
While the paint dries, you can cut your project. If you want to use the dinosaur art from this project, #M46276 is a similar file in Cricut Design Space. There is no need to mirror your design when using any type of vinyl including mosaic vinyl. You will need to be sure to pick mosaic vinyl from the menu when cutting. You will want to set the dial to custom if you are using the Cricut Explore series.
Then use the fine point blade to cut both the mosaic and regular vinyl for the dinosaur art project.
Weeding Mosaic Vinyl from Cricut
Weeding regular vinyl and mosaic is basically the same. You will want to weed away all of the excess around your design leaving only the part you want to be transferred to your project. Weeding tools make weeding any vinyl a bit easier.
I weeded my regular vinyl first then moved on to my mosaic.
There is not a ton of difference between weeding regular and traditional adhesive vinyl. The mosaic vinyl from Cricut is actually like a sheet of clear vinyl with shapes printed on it. I do find the version I used to be pretty stiff. So you may want to trim it away in small pieces as you weed. It is similar to weeding a holographic vinyl if you have ever used it.
Once you have both pieces of your dinosaur art weeded, it is time to assemble your project.
Using Transfer Tape on Mosaic Vinyl
Now, you will need to use transfer tape to put your design on your project. If you have never used transfer tape before, this basic tutorial might help.
Add the transfer tape to the regular vinyl first. Press down well and remove the backing from the vinyl. Then peel away from the backing paper. Apply this first layer to your white wood panel. Press it down well.
Then just peel back the transfer tape to reveal your design.
You can use the same transfer tape for the mosaic vinyl. It actually transfers in the same way. Just apply the transfer tape to the design and press down well. Remove the mosaic vinyl from the backing paper then add to your design on the wood panel. Just be sure to line up with the design we just put on above.
Press it down well and start peeling back the transfer tape to reveal your completed project!
Be sure to burnish both pieces of vinyl down well at the very end to make sure everything adheres well.
Now you have made some dinosaur art that is perfect for any kid’s room.
Plus, you now know how to use mosaic vinyl from Cricut on all of your craft projects.
I also have a video on how to use mosaic iron-on from Cricut if you need it. Now, be sure to add some of this to your next Cricut order and give it a try for yourself.
Love this project using mosaic vinyl from Cricut and want more ideas? Try the links below as well!
- How to Add Cricut Vinyl on Canvas
- How to Layer Vinyl and a Free Sunflower SVG
- What Cricut Vinyl to Use on Glass
- Will Cricut Vinyl Stick to Wood? Which Type Should You Use?
- Using Vinyl on Painted Wood
Want to print the instruction on how to use Cricut mosaic vinyl? Try the card below!
Equipment
Supplies
- White paint
- 10×10 wood panel
- Vinyl in the color of your choice
- Mosaic vinyl in the shape and color of your choice
- Transfer tape
- Paintbrush
- Cricut cut file for the dinosaur art
- Weeding tools
Instructions
- Paint the wood panel. One coat of this paint was enough for me but you may need to coats. Just be sure to allow to dry in between coats. You will also want to let the panel dry completely before adding any vinyl.
How to Cut Mosaic Vinyl from Cricut
- While the paint dries, you can cut your project. If you want to use the dinosaur art from this project, click here to access the Cricut cut file. There is no need to mirror your design when using any type of vinyl including mosaic vinyl. You will need to be sure to pick mosaic vinyl from the menu when cutting. You will want to set the dial to custom if you are using the Cricut Explore series.
- Then use the fine point blade to cut both the mosaic and regular vinyl for the dinosaur art project.
Weeding Mosaic Vinyl from Cricut
- Weeding regular vinyl and mosaic is basically the same. You will want to weed away all of the excess around your design leaving only the part you want to be transferred to your project. Weeding tools make weeding any vinyl a bit easier.
- I weeded my regular vinyl first then moved on to my mosaic.
- There is not a ton of difference between weeding regular and traditional adhesive vinyl. The mosaic vinyl from Cricut is actually like a sheet of clear vinyl with shapes printed on it. I do find the version I used to be pretty stiff. So you may want to trim it away in small pieces as you weed. It is similar to weeding a holographic vinyl if you have ever used it.
- Once you have both pieces of your dinosaur art weeded, it is time to assemble your project.
Using Transfer Tape on Mosaic Vinyl
- Now, you will need to use transfer tape to put your design on your project. If you have never used transfer tape before, this basic tutorial might help.
- Add the transfer tape to the regular vinyl first. Press down well and remove the backing from the vinyl. Then peel away from the backing paper. Apply this first layer to your white wood panel. Press it down well.
- Then just peel back the transfer tape to reveal your design.
- You can use the same transfer tape for the mosaic vinyl. It actually transfers in the same way. Just apply the transfer tape to the design and press down well. Remove the mosaic vinyl from the backing paper then add to your design on the wood panel. Just be sure to line up with the design we just put on above.
- Press it down well and start peeling back the transfer tape to reveal your completed project!
- Be sure to burnish both pieces of vinyl down well at the very end to make sure everything adheres well.
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