How to use a Cricut machine? This is probably the number one question I get. There is quite a bit to learn when you get a new machine but where do you get the information? I have been making videos to give you a complete guide to your cutting machine. Whether you have a Cricut Maker, Explore, Venture, or even one of the Joy machines, this is the post for you. You will be using Cricut Design Space like a champ after watching our videos and downloading our beginner’s guide!
How to Use a Cricut
Let’s start from the beginning. After all, we all start somewhere. If you are finding this and wondering what exactly a Cricut machine is, you can read my post here. Have you already have decided and are ready to start Cricut crafting? Keep reading for more information on using your new machine.
Where to start?
First of all, where do you start? You have this great new machine and have no idea what to do!
- Click here for a step-by-step guide to setting up your machine. It will walk you through the simple steps.
- Make the project that comes with every new machine. All of the materials are in your box and the software will guide you through the process. This is a great way to get familiar with the machine and Cricut Design Space. You can follow along with our video here if this confuses you.
- Download our beginner’s guide. This handy reference will answer many of your questions and get you started with creating right away.
- Kick off your learning with our one hour Cricut crash course.
- Sign up for my 7 day free Cricut class here. It will finish the process of getting to know your machine so that you will be ready to tackle that Cricut project of your dreams.
Want to learn more?
Now that you know are hooked on this amazing machine, I am sure you want to learn more. If you just can’t wait and want to binge-watch some videos now, I have a big list for you below. Or, you can also wait for each of these to come up on the free 7 day Cricut class instead! These are all from a video series that will answer all of those nagging questions for you. Just click on each link below to watch the videos. We are adding more all of the time so be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel here so you don’t miss any of them.
YouTube Playlists
Other Helpful Videos
- Uploading Images to Cricut Design Space
- Text Options in Cricut Design Space
- Curving Text with Your Cricut
- The Print Then Cut Feature
- Using Shapes to Design in Cricut Design Space
- Changing the Grid in Cricut Design Space
- Custom Materials in Cricut Design Space
- Tips for Using Cursive Fonts
- Using the Slice Tool in Cricut Design Space
- Adding Score Lines in Cricut Design Space
- Cricut Scoring Wheel versus Scoring Stylus
- What is Cricut Access?
- Contour Feature in Cricut Design Space
- Using Templates in Cricut Design Space
- The Cricut Knife Blade
- The Cricut EasyPress
- What Materials Can You Cut with the Cricut Maker
- How to Cut Burlap with the Cricut Maker
Projects for Your Machine
Learning to use your Cricut machine has never been easier. Perhaps you are feeling a bit more confident now that you have some more information. It is time to make a project! Explore these projects you can make with your machine. Pick a few to try and get crafty today. After all, you have a Cricut! Your crafting just became a whole lot easier. You can get professional results with just a few clicks.
Looking for beginner ideas that won’t intimidate you? Try making a paper banner or even an iron-on shirt.
Accessories for Your Machine
If how to use a Cricut machine is the first question I get, the second is what accessories do I need for my machine? There is a wide range of things you can buy for your Cricut to make crafting with it even more fun. But do you really need all of those gadgets? Which are most important? Click here for our complete guide to accessories to learn all of that and more!
Please don’t go out and purchase every little thing from the Cricut website! Most likely you will only use a few key accessories and you don’t want to waste your money!
Purchasing a Machine
Perhaps you landed here and have not actually gotten your machine yet. Have no fear! We have everything you need to know to purchase the correct machine for your crafting needs. Just click here for our comparison guide between the Cricut Maker and Cricut Explore. You can also see our comparison between the Cricut Explore and Cricut Joy here. From there, you should be able to make an informed decision on which you need. We also have this guide on which machine is right for you. Don’t forget that you can get a discount when purchasing by subscribing to Cricut Access.
Now that you know how to use a Cricut machine, what will you make? We would love for you to upload your projects to our Facebook group and show off your creations! Still have questions? Ask them below and we will make a future video answering them!
Your Cricut video tutorials are so easy to follow and are a tremendous help to me! I have used Silhouette Studio for years and recently purchased a Cricut and am learning how to use the design space step by step. I’m in love with their print and cut because honestly I can’t cut a square out by hand without it ending up crooked. I’ve signed up for your newsletters and am following you on YouTube. Thank you so much for sharing your tips and tricks. You are a lifesaver! 🙂
How do you make stencils
I have some more information on making stencils here: https://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/cricut-maker-cut/
I have never worked with vinyl. I don’t even know how to load it on my cricut. Is there a tutorial with step by step instructions?
Try this Debbie: https://heyletsmakestuff.com/how-to-use-cricut-iron-on-vinyl/
Hi, I’m a complete beginner. Id like to make some word art for framing, using the pen tool. I’d like the words centered on A4 card, but the text keeps defaulting back to the left hand corner. I’m sure it’s something simple, I’d be grateful for some help. Thank you
Make a rectangle the size of your card. Center your text. Choose both the rectangle and the text and attach. Then click make it. On that screen, pick the rectangle, click the three dots, and click hide selected if you don’t want the card to cut.