Cricut Design Space Basics: Writing with Pens

June 26, 2021.Reading time 8 minutes.

The ability to write text on projects opens up lots of creative possibilities! I love using Cricut pens to write sentiments on the inside of my cards. In this tutorial, I’ll show the basics of creating written text in Design Space.

Using Digital Paper/Patterns in Design Space

April 17, 2021.Reading time 9 minutes.

You may have seen digital papers for sale on many of the popular SVG sites and not known how to use them in Cricut projects. Digital papers can be uploaded to Design Space and used as a pattern fill for print then cut images. I like using them instead of buying a large package of patterned paper from which I might only use a few sheets. I’ll show you two different methods of using these digital papers in Design Space.

Cricut Design Space Basics: Uploading SVG Files

March 7, 2021.Reading time 7 minutes.

One of the most popular and powerful features of Cricut Design Space is the ability to upload your own images to use in projects. Uploading to SVGs to Design Space only takes a few simple steps.

CRICUT DESIGN SPACE Basics: Uploading JPEG Files

February 27, 2021.Reading time 10 minutes.

One of the most popular features of Cricut Design Space is the ability to upload your own images to use in projects. File types compatible with Design Space include .jpg, .bmp, .png, .gif, .svg, and .dxf. In this post, I’ll show how to upload a JPEG file.

Cricut Design Space Basics: How to Search for Images

October 16, 2020.Reading time 6 minutes.

There are well over 225,000 images available in Cricut Design Space. This tutorial will show you how easy it is to find the perfect image for your project!

How to Make Print then Cut Stickers in Cricut Design Space

September 20, 2020.Reading time 9 minutes.

Print then Cut stickers are fun to create and use on cards, envelopes, and gifts!

New Video: Creating a Background for a Print then Cut Image

August 10, 2020.Reading time less than 1 minute.

I recently updated the video that goes with this post: Here is a direct link to the new video which will show you how to create a background for a print then cut image that needs one: Click here to go to my YouTube channel where you can find this and all my other videos.

Cricut Design Space Basics: Simple Card Design

July 27, 2020.Reading time 14 minutes.

If you are new to Cricut, you may be wondering where to begin. Cardmaking is an excellent way to build confidence. This tutorial will walk you through how to build a card from scratch in Design Space.