How To Design Cricut Joy Cards From Scratch In Design Space
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- čas přidán 13. 07. 2024
- Let me teach you how to make your own Cricut Joy Card designs, that you can cut on the card mat, in just minutes. Pre-designed Cricut Joy cards go directly to mat and require no editing, but it also means you can't modify them. In this video I'll show you how to start in the canvas and use elements in Cricut Design Space to make something completely your own from scratch, including corners. It's so easy you'll be addicted!
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✏️ IN THIS VIDEO YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO: ✏️
- Set up the template
- Find the best elements to use in your card
- Use the contour tool to eliminate any edges or unnecessary cuts
- Add writing for personalization
- Send the card to mat
- Switch between the blade and the pen tool
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Hey friends! It's now 2023 and I'm sharing a NEW CARD MAKING SERIES on the channel. I'd love for you to follow along. You can find the first episode in the series here: czcams.com/video/jbK17Sr2VMs/video.html In Episode 1 I cover how to find card designs in Cricut Design Space on desktop and in both apps. In Episode 2 I cover card kits, mats, how to change your blade, and we make our first card. In Episode 3 we'll add pens, markers and opaque pens (writing white on dark papers!). Then we'll move on to foil, embellishments, writing on the inside of the cards, envelopes, shaped cards, print then cut, photo cards and so much more. Hope you'll subscribe and I'll see you there! 💕
After struggling unsuccessfully for about three hours to design and make my own card, I did a CZcams search and found your video. My 3 hour effort has now been simplified to a 15 minute project. Thank you so much.
That makes me so happy!! So glad the card tutorial was helpful! Happy card making! 💕😊
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I probably learned more from your video about how to navigate design space than from anything else I’ve watched.
Oh thank you for this sweet note Betty! This makes my day. Glad I was able to help! Happy crafting! 💕
You made this so easy to follow along. Thank you for being a great teacher 😊
Ditto!!
Again THANK YOU Kim! For teaching us to create Our own designs using the tools available!
You're so welcome Debbie! So glad the video was helpful and happy card making! 😊
VERY helpful! Glad that you explained the frustration in searching for images. You made it simple and clear!
I've been there when searching for cards! So glad I could help! 🩷
Thank you for taking the time to show all of us newbies how to use this awesome machine! I can't wait to make more cards now!
Thanks so much for crafting with me Katie! And so glad I was able to share. I have an entire playlist dedicated to making cards and I've added two in the past week. 😀💕 czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWZmt479KJbJUmZ1psfU_Rd9.html
Thank you so much. I really want to use my card bases that I already know how to cut. It is so very helpful to know that i can do more of the designing and not just the assembly! Thanks so much for sharing!
Thanks so much for watching Jo! And I'm with you, the Cricut Joy cards are lovely, but I really like making my own thing. 💕😊 Happy card making!!
Thank you so much. I've only had the Cricut Joy for 2 days but have learned so much from watching this video about how to design my own cards.
Congrats on getting the Cricut Joy! And so glad you like the video. 💕I have an entire video series on Cricut Joy here if you'd like more: czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWYQvlfCj2d203lfVxeSlVbv.html Happy crafting! 😍
Best Joy card video! Thank you!
Lynn - Thanks so much for the sweet note!! 💕So glad you like the video!
So many useful tips, thank you!❤
Thanks so much for crafting with me Carolyn! I have a new card making series that I'm in the middle of right now if you want to check out some of my newer videos: czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWZPbhDp-RMRDaRVfZScaYct.html Happy card making!!
LOVED your tutorial, VERY informative, learned a lot, and you are Great on camera. Thank you.
Thank you for the sweet note! So glad you enjoyed the video!! 💕Many more on the way!
Thank you! I'm new to all of this (just got my Joy yesterday) but I really wanted to design my own card and you made this so easy! Excellent tutorial.
So glad the video helped and welcome to the Cricut Joy family! You're going to LOVE it! Happy crafting! 😍
Thank you for this video, this was the first one I watched when I purchased my first Cricut, a Cricut Joy machine. I have now upgraded to the Cricut Maker and Came back to refresh myself on the contour removal I remembered from this video. Keep up the GREAT work. Your videos are easy to watch and not in the least annoying like some others.
Thank you so much Anne! I'm thrilled you like my videos and find them easy to watch and learn from. 💕 I hope you're enjoying your Cricut Maker!!!
Hello Kim. I was very excited about this video. I'm ready to make my very first card from scratch and this video was a huge help. I can't wait to make it this evening! Thank you for all of your wonderful lessons.
So glad it helped Sharon! Happy card making!! 😊💕
First, thank you for taking the time to film, share and show us how-to. Second, I could listen to you talk all day; your voice is soothing, calming and if you were selling something-I'd buy it just from your eloquent tone alone!
You are too sweet Ms. DeeDee! Thank you for the kind words. I so very much appreciate them! I used to be terrified to get in front of the camera and I've finally worked through it and now I love it. Sweet comments like yours keep me going. I hope you'll subscribe and join me for my 12 Days of Cricut Christmas series. 💕🎄Here are links to my first two videos: Snowman mugs with Joy: czcams.com/video/8CPRLdsOSXo/video.html and 3D Snowflakes with any machine: czcams.com/video/TaltZiZQ8A0/video.html Happy crafting! 💕
Thank you for sharing! Love your Cricut Joy videos :)
Thanks so much Sara! 💕
I totally enjoyed your video. It helped me understand how to make a card with my joy and understand deign space maneuvering. Thanks. 😊
So glad it helped Isabel! Happy card making!! 💕
Wonderful tutorial, thank you!
Thanks so much for watching Sandy! Happy card making! 💕😊
Thank you! I have been looking for a video on this!! ❤️
So glad I could help! 😊
Such a great tutorial :) well explained and easy to follow. I’m excited for my cricut joy to arrive
Thanks so much for watching Kellie! Enjoy your new Cricut Joy! 💕😍
thank you so much Kim. I just made my first very own card design and it fits just perfect for the little girl I made it for. She loves mermaids and now I could gift her birthday present with the best birthday card.
That sounds wonderful Hanna! My favorite thing about Cricut is being able to truly personalize all the things! I hope she loved her card!!! 😍💕
Thank you! I was trying to work this out today.
Thanks so much for watching! 💕😊
Love it, thank you.
Thanks for crafting with me Jessica! Happy card making! 💕
Thank you so much! Very helpful
Thanks so much for watching popsinelle1! 💕😊
Thank you so much for sharing. Thanks for the inspiration. Looking forward to your next video.😎
Thanks so much Marcy! Glad you liked the idea!! 💕
I literally just placed an order for a cricut because of you. Thank you soooo so much for making this video.
Yay! Congrats on joining the Cricut family. You're going to love crafting with your new machine. Did you buy a Joy? I have lots of Cricut Joy tutorials with more coming: czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWYQvlfCj2d203lfVxeSlVbv.html And I have videos for the Explore and Maker machines too! Thanks so much for watching and happy crafting!
Thank you for this tutorial. I learned that a few things I didn’t know and will play around with my Cricut Joy
Thanks so much for watching Carolyn! The Joy and cards can be a ton of fun. As a matter of fact, I'll be making Christmas cards with the Joy next week so stay tuned! 💕
Great video. Learning so much from you. Thank you!
Thanks so much Melissa! 💕💕
You have made it so easy for beginners. Your step by step instructions are very clear.Thanks so much.
So glad you like the video Linda!! And thanks so much for letting me know! 💕 Happy crafting!
Thanks!!! I was looking for this video days ago. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
So glad it was helpful Diana! 💕
Thank you soooo much! This looked really easy. I have an Explore Air 2 I got for last Christmas and just got myself the Joy, so looking forward to trying this out!
Hey Bill! Once you get used to the little Joy you're going to LOVE it. So many fun and quick projects you can make. Thanks for watching and happy crafting!!
Very helpful!!! Thank you!!😊
So glad Melissa! Happy crafting! 💕
Thank you so much. I am now more confident in trying to make my own cards.
Yay Helen! So glad the video helped and you're making cards! Happy crafting!! 💕
This is GREAT Kim!! Thank you for sharing! I love all the cards that are available on Etsy and on Cricut Access but I was looking for my personal touch!
So glad you like the video Stephanie! I agree, some super cute cards out there but sometimes you just want to make your own! 💕
Finally got it to work on the smaller card. Great video I’ll just have to keep working on it.
Thanks so much for watching and now that you've done one it will be so much easier next time! 😍 Happy crafting! 💕
Om goodness thank you for your videos! I just discovered you today and am so less intimidated to get cranking on some fun with my Cricket Joy! Thank you thank you thank you!!!
This is wonderful Sandi! So glad the video helped. Happy crafting and stay tuned. I have a lot of content on the way! 💕
Thanks so much. This video helps with the Design Space in the Cricut Joy, especially for a first time Cricut user! I’m used to stamping and die cutting my cards so there’s a bit of a learning curve. Great job!
So glad the video was helpful Nydia! Once you get the hang of Cricut Design Space and the Cricut Joy you'll LOVE all the little machine can do. Here's my Joy playlist of videos. You might find some more card making ideas! czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWYQvlfCj2d203lfVxeSlVbv.html Happy crafting! 💕
@@KimByers Thank you again Kim. I certainly will look through your playlist and watch more of your videos on the Cricut Joy!! You’re inspiring and a very good teacher! 😻
Ty so much!! I just got my first ever Cricut and was a little confused how to do it myself ok a lot confused lol. You explained everything clearly and quickly. You rock!!
Oh! So glad the video helped. Thanks so much for watching and happy crafting. 💕😊
Terrific!!! Thank you!!👍👍👍👍
Thanks so much for crafting with me Carol! Happy card making! 🩷
Thanks sweetie that’s awesome
Thanks so much for watching Jorganne! Happy card making!
This video helped me SO MUCH. Thank you so so so much
You're so very welcome Kathryn! Thank you for watching!!! I have tons more Cricut Joy videos and adding more all the time here: czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWYQvlfCj2d203lfVxeSlVbv.html Happy crafting!! 💕
Thank you, your video was incredibly helpful.
So glad Kama! Thank you for watching! 💕
I've just discovered you, you're amazing. So clear and you make everything achievable :). Keep it up
Thanks Hanna! I'm so glad you liked the video. And thanks for watching! 💕
I just got my cricut joy. Watching yr videos are really helpful. Because I have no clue. I do have my cricut Explore air. So when I have questions I'll send you a message. Thanks for sharing the videos.
Thanks for watching Charlotte! Hope you enjoy your Cricut Joy! 💕
Thank you! You.made it so easy to follow along. I’ve subscribed to your channel and saved this video so I can refer back to it. I can’t wait to watch the video where we write inside! Thanks again! :0)
Thanks so much Kathy for the sweet note and subscribing! 💕💕
Good tips on how to pick a design suitable for the card cutting, i kept ending up with a missing middle! I knew i was missing a step and it was contouring! Thank you so useful!
Yes! Contouring is sooo helpful! Thanks so much for watching and happy card crafting! 💕
Just got my Joy and was able to follow your directions. Cricut has added so many insert cards since your video. Had to find the one with correct dimensions. The first insert I chose was 4.5x6. Now off to learn how to write inside card. Thank you!!!!
Thanks so much for watching Diane! So glad the video was helpful and you're right, they've added a ton! Here's a quick video on writing inside! czcams.com/video/JhWxjO8ZovE/video.html Happy card making! 💕
Thank you 😊
You're so welcome! Happy card making!! 💕
Just a great video! Thank you. :)
So glad you liked it! Thanks so much for watching! 💕
Thank you soooooooo much!!! My joy is arriving in 3 days and can’t wait. Looking to use my own supplies of scrapbooking so I really needed this video.. have subscribed because I loved how you did the tutorial and how easy it was to watch everything, learn and keep up with you. Think I will be awhile learning the computer part, but I’m sure I’ll get better as time goes by. Thanks again!
So glad you're here Pam! And so glad you found the video helpful! Congrats on getting the Joy!! Here's a link to all my Cricut Joy craft videos. These will help you get started! czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWYQvlfCj2d203lfVxeSlVbv.html
And as for learning how to use Cricut Design Space, I have a full series of videos on how to use the features. I hope you'll have a look: czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWat-ZVX_gVMwIQlUo4VNVef.html
Happy crafting!!!
@@KimByers thanks kim
You made my day with this video! I found out on 8/9 that Ready-to-Make projects in DS would not load to my mat and I was "bummed out" and had to add sentiments to a card I had already added writing to the inside of the Joy card (I hate to waste product). I love my Joy and the easy access and quickness of creating these small cards especially for the little ones. Thank you very much for this and I subscribed to your channel just now!
So glad I could help Gina! 💕💕Happy crafting! 😊
u make it look easy...
It will be super easy for you too with a little practice! 💕😍Happy crafting and thanks for watching!
I really enjoyed this
Thanks for watching Elsie! 💕
Wish I had seen this last night before I made my first custom card!!
Leanne - thanks so much for watching and I hope your card turned out amazing! 💕
This is a great video. You are so clear. Thank you. We bought the Cricut maker 3. I am hoping we can make some just like this one.
Hi Renee! So glad you like the video and congrats on the Cricut Maker 3!! Such a great machine. You're going to love it. 💕 So many fun things to make!
You are amazing
Thanks so much for the sweet note! Happy crafting! 💕
Just what I needed! Thank You! I also wish I had watched this first because I used the mat not thinking it had a cover! 😂🤣😂🤣
Hi Heidi! So glad the video was helpful! And I can totally see missing the cover. 😍I've done so many funny things my first go. Thanks for watching and happy crafting! 💕
Thank you!
Thanks for watching Joyce! 😍
I anticipate making holiday cards! This was a great tutorial. With the joy you’re only able to do one card at a time ?!
Hi Kayla! So glad you like the tutorial. As for quantity, yes, only one at a time, but if you're not personalizing the inside you can make one in just a few minutes. Like literally two minutes. It's so fast.
Just from the intro I’m thinking, “I love this woman.” I have found what I’m looking for.
So glad it was helpful Andrea! Happy card making! 💕
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! I could not figure out how to get the slits to cut in the correct place!
So glad I could help! 💕Happy crafting and I hope you'll subscribe! I have tons of holiday content coming. 😀
Thank you for making this video. I just got the Cricut Joy a couple of weeks ago and have made some of the premade cards and there are plenty of them that I would make but I have been wondering about how to make cards from scratch.
Jillian - so glad you found this video helpful! Happy crafting! 💕
@@KimByers I'm sure I will at some point create some cards from scratch
Great tutorial, thank you! I have been looking and looking for a video to show me how to change the landscape of the image. If I want to do it horizontally, is there a way to do that? It shows horizontal in Design Space, but when you go to create it, it goes back to vertical. I can’t figure it out!
Thank you. This was very informative. I watched and watched to find the Contour button, but could never see where you clicked. Also, I would love to see you design a Joy card but then position it on a regular Maker mat and cut it with that.
Hi there Lynn! Here's a video on using the Contour tool. czcams.com/video/vP5EaZoM96c/video.html And a little tip, make sure that you are clicked on (only selected) one item in the Layers panel or it will gray out and you won't be able to use it. Thanks so much for watching and I hope this helps! 💕
I now know what the problem was when I tried to make a card before. I didn't realize that there were different sizes of cut corners and I chose the wrong one. Re-watching this video helped me realize that. I went back in and unsaved the corners that were the wrong size so now I shouldn't have anymore problems. Thank you!
Update: I put everything together and went to make it. The card size is 4.25x6 with no option to change it. I don't know what I am doing wrong.
Update #2: I think I finally got it! I decreased the image size inside the cut corners and now I am getting the correct card size and everything when I go to "make it" ! That was rough but I think I'm okay now!
So glad it all worked out Lisa! Happy card making!! 💕😊
good contents
I hope you keep update :)
Thanks!
Thankyou so much for this tutorial. I purchased a template and I've searched everywhere trying to find out how to make a card, but it kept cutting the image away. I have learnt so much from your video, and made my first ever card!!
Oh yay! So glad the video was helpful! Happy crafting! 💕
Cool I always wanted to know how to do it
So glad the video helped! Happy crafting! 💕
Kim is there anyway to enlarge the Cricut Card templates on DS to make them 5x7’s?
Love your videos!! Thank you for your time and gift of teaching!
Thanks so much! 💕 I'll look into it for my next card making video. Happy crafting!!
Hi Kim. I have seen a video which shows you how to customise the make it now projects by using the customise button. I have recently got a Cricut Joy and am still in the trial month. I do not have the customise button attached to the projects and wondered if this was because I am still in the trial period. I intend to subscribe when it runs out as I am very impressed with all Cricut Access has to offer.
Thanks, Amanda
Hey Amanda! In the beginning of Joy the cards were not editable and skipped right over the canvas, not allowing you to make tweaks. Now you can bring it into canvas and use the Contour Tool to make tweaks to the design. 😍💕 That said, I wouldn't change the pre-set size or you'll have problems when it goes to mat. I've not been on the Trial version of Access for a long time so I'm sorry I don't know if that is why you are seeing the card that way. The Cricut help desk is super helpful and quick. Maybe contact them?
Here's a quick tutorial on the Contour Tool if you need it: czcams.com/video/vP5EaZoM96c/video.html
More of my Cricut Joy videos and adding more all the time! czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWYQvlfCj2d203lfVxeSlVbv.html
Happy crafting!! 💕
Thank you so much ...just rec. my joy and learning as I go can you do a tutorial on how to make a card with the cricut cutie please ...thank you
Thanks so much for watching Juls and I know you're going to enjoy it!!
Thx sooo much 💕
Thanks so much for watching and happy crafting! 💕
@@KimByers np , I needed help on this coz I just started using my circuit joy and u have inspired me to start a small business in the future 🌸
Oh my goodness! That is so wonderful! Good luck with the biz!!! 💕
@@KimByers tysm 🥺😊
@@KimByers u got a new sub
Kim - Thanks for sharing this video. I have the Cricut Joy and Maker. It seems as though most tutorials on CZcams are designed for the A-2 size, do you have a source for the larger 5x7 or 6x9 cards as well?
Hey there Tew Much! I've not made the larger cards, but I'm hoping to make some graduation cards for a video very soon. I'll look into those sizes. 😊 Thanks so much for watching and happy card making! 💕
which cricut trimmer do you use and which bone folder/paper creaser do you recommend. I already have trimmers (Creative Memories) but thinking of up dating to a Cricut trimmer. Have read reviews and some are real pleased - others rated Cricut with a 1. Thanks for your help. I have learned alot from your videos.
Hey Bernice! I have both linked in the video description with a few choices: czcams.com/video/AZDW_ZqA7SU/video.html 😊💕 So glad you find the videos helpful. Thanks for watching and happy card making!
So beautiful boy I’m new to joy but now I want to make some cards, oh and do you have any Christmas cards?...
Good morning Deanna! So glad you're having fun with your JOY! And I'm actually making Christmas cards with my Cricut Joy today to post a bit later this week. Stay tuned! 😍🎄In the meantime, here are a ton of other projects you can make: czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWYQvlfCj2d203lfVxeSlVbv.html
Hi, Love love love the video, did everything just as you did in the video, however my corner cuts for the inserts cards are cutting off the paper...why? are they meant to be a different size?
Hey there! So glad you like the video! As for the corners, that has happened to me before too. You have to be really careful of the paper placement on some designs. They don't look any different on screen, but I had a few cut dangerously close too.
Shift your card up or down a bit depending on which side is getting cut off. If it is a consistent place, take a sharpie and mark your mat so you know where to place your paper each time. And maybe test with scrap cardstock so you don't waste your cards! :)
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video. Still trying to decide which Cricut I am going to get and I am leaning towards the Joy. I would make cards more than anything.
Can you use your own images to make cards? I don't plan on paying Cricut each month for theirs.
Hey Donna! Yes! You can absolutely make your own cards and upload them to the Cricut Design Space app. And the Joy can make all kinds of other projects. I have an entire CZcams library of Cricut Joy projects if you'd like to take a look: czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWYQvlfCj2d203lfVxeSlVbv.html Happy crafting!
When I'm on the main page and ask for cards for joy I get everything but joy cards. I want cards already made and I can't find any. It even had Joy at the top for machine I use...... But I will be making my own now thank you so much.
I completely agree that Cricut could make it much easier to find cards. To be able to see them all, and sort by size. Yes please. The app does a significantly better job than the desktop version, which I personally use the most. Here's a tutorial I made for the app if you want to give it a try. It will allow you to better easily make your own designs: czcams.com/video/wKh7efQtVdE/video.html
What poundage cardstock did you use? 80 or 110? Great video BTW! I can’t wait to make my own. Thanks.
Hey Jan! I used 80lb cardstock for my homemade card kits. 💕😊 Thanks so much for watching. So glad you like the video!!
Would love to see this done on ipad in ds!
Hi there! I'll keep that in mind for my next card vid. Thanks so much for watching!!💕
Could you do a tutorial on the Fold -and -tuck heart card?
Hey Marilyn! Is that a specific card in Cricut Design Space? Thanks for watching! 💕
Hi! Loved this video. I have a Christmas Card in my head and now I may be able to make it. What I can't do is change the size of the card after I pick card mat. Yours was highlighted but not mine. Any suggestions? Thanks!! Karen
Hey Karen! So typically when something is grayed out in Cricut Design Space you're clicking on something else that makes it unavailable. For instance, in the canvas, if you're highlighting more than one item in a design (like two flowers) then the tools (contour, slice, etc.) won't work because you've selected two things. If you click off and back on to just one, the tools will show as available. I tell you all this because maybe you've have more than one thing highlighted or selected? Or, you chose a base design that only comes in one size?
I'm not sure if I'm being helpful at all, but this is all I can think of! I hope you figure it out!! 💕
Thank you for this video. I can't find the "joy card" corners in the app. Do they have a different name now?
They were originally called "quick corners" and I think that search term still works. You can also use the Quick Start feature in the phone app and it brings all the corners right up for you. I have a video on it if you've not tried it yet: czcams.com/video/wKh7efQtVdE/video.html Happy card making!!💕
Hi how do you grab and move the design when positioned on the mat before cutting? I can't seem to do this. Thanks!
Hey Diane! Click the design when in the mat preview and shift. OR, there should be three little dots on the upper right of the view that you can click. It depends if you're on mobile or desktop. Thanks so much for watching and happy card making!! 💕
Thank you for the tutorial. It was very helpful, however, when I go to cut it automatically makes the change to 4.5 x 6.25 then the card cuts off the paper and its ruined. Is there a way to fix this or is it a design flaw?
Hi Danylle! You should be able to change the size in Cricut Design Space once you get to the mat, left side of your screen if you're on desktop. The Joy currently only has two sizes in DS. I've only ever used the smaller of the two. I hope you're able to get it set and start enjoying your card making! Thanks so much for watching!
Awesome video, thanks for sharing. Is there any way where we can add our own wording?
Hi Julia! Do you mean to the inside? Here's a quick video showing you how: czcams.com/video/JhWxjO8ZovE/video.html Thanks so much for watching and subscribing! 💕
Great tutorial! I'm curious. How does the Joy know what color or type of pen you are going to use?
Hey Lisa! You choose it in Cricut Design Space. It will only give you an error if you choose a pen made for the explorer or the maker. Thanks for watching and happy crafting! 💕
@@KimByers Thank you! After watching another of your videos I think I know where you mean.
Using the Cricut Joy to make insert cards; some designs have a lot of cut details, that don't always lay well, should I glue to back before I use the insert card?? thank you for your tutorial.
Hey Bijoux! Yes. I've had that issue before and I will insert my "insert card" into the finished card, and then use glue (the Xyron pen glue gun or small ZOT glue dots, both on Amazon) to secure the stray items. I've even attached extra little details with raised foam dots for a 3-D effect. Happy card making! 💕
@@KimByersThank you for the hints
Can you add your own template for the front of the card, like welding a name or saying, if so, how? thank you
Hey Janey! You can! This video pretty much explains the process and shows you which blank cards to use. If you want to do a person's name it will just take a bit of work with the weld tool, and contour tool. You could start with a shape, like a circle, overlay the name and then use the contour tool to remove the cut items you don't want. Just remember to weld the name to the card so that it cuts as one piece. Here's a link to how to use the Contour Tool if you want more than what is in this video: czcams.com/video/vP5EaZoM96c/video.html And a link to the entire "Learn Cricut Design Space" playlist: czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWat-ZVX_gVMwIQlUo4VNVef.html Thanks so much for watching and happy crafting! 💕
Have you ever tried a sugar skull? I am having a tough time getting it to cut correctly. First it was the blob :(
Hey! I've actually not tried to make one but I can bet it will take a lot of weeding. If you're getting a "blob" then your blade might be dull. You might want to replace it soon. It could also be your paper. Are you using the Cricut kits? Or a lighter paper stock? Lighter weights can sometimes tear. Thanks so much for watching and I hope the next one turns out better! 💕
What kind of card stock do you use for the insert?
Hi Mika! I used a lightweight #40 for this one, but you can use #80 and it will still bend. Happy crafting and thank you for watching! 💕
I have noticed a few of the ready made brackets are not in the best place for the insert cards. How do I measure or insure the bracket cuts are in the right place. I have ruined several cards... :( thank you for the tutorial. I have learned a lot.
Hey there Bijoux! Do you mean the "quick corners" in Design Space? (That is what they're called in case you need to search for them.) I've not had trouble with them being too small. Make sure that you're choosing the right corners for the size card you're making (R30, R40, S40, etc.) and don't resize them once you have them on the canvas. If you want to resize something in your card design, make sure that the corners are not selected.
To keep from ruining any more card insert kits, I would cut some regular printer paper down and test them before cutting another card. I have a card making kit video here that might help: czcams.com/video/UFFIToNjFl8/video.html
I hope you figure it out and can get back to having fun!
Hi. Enjoyed your video, however, I only have the 4.5 x 6.25 material size when I go to make it. How do I get the material size you have
Figured it out. Only can use certain corners
So glad you figured it out Angela! 💕
Kim can you show us how to make Cricut Cards without the Cricut Card Mat in sizes 5'x7"? Please
Hey Debbie! I'll need to think that one through. I'm making Christmas cards in next week's video so I'll put that on my "to do" when planning it out. It should be live next weekend. Happy card making! 💕
Mrs Kim! I am able to creat a card per your instructions however it will not print properly. It cuts up the card! How do you make your custom card fit on the card mat
Hi there! Are you using the blank card templates (with the cut edges) as your base card? That is the trick. Use the Joy card blanks and then add your own details. If you do that, and your needle is good, your machine shouldn't mess up your card. I hope this helps! Happy crafting and thanks for watching! 😍
@@KimByers thank you! I meant to say it’s not aligned . I’ve made to beautiful cards with your awesome tutorial but when I go to print the measurements go back to 4’x5.5. I’m gonna try again and see. Thank you so much for the response
Hello!! I’m so sorry, I just bought my cricut today and it’s making me so frustrated :’( I was adding my corners and image (sized for the cardmat), using the cardstock from cricut but my joy keeps saying that I have not enough materials for 8.25”. Do you know what could have went wrong? Thank you so much for your help!!! 🥺🥲🥺🥲
Hey Shelly! Hmmm... what size card are you trying to make? The Joy only cuts to 4.5 wide. Are you trying to cut 8.25 long? I have a few other Cricut Joy card videos you might want to check out that might help with all your questions. This one in particular, Card Making With Cricut Joy Card Mat: czcams.com/video/GWLgd1e4oFk/video.html and some others in my Cricut Joy playlist. czcams.com/play/PLYJAbsWmbUWYQvlfCj2d203lfVxeSlVbv.html Once you get the hang of it you're going to LOVE your Cricut. Happy crafting!! And thanks for watching! 💕😊
Kim why when I put the balloon in and when I open layers I have three balloon types and when I look at it in contor it doesn't give me a choice just shows it with the circle still but connected I tried making it and it cut out the hole balloon..sorry I'm new to this please help.
Hi Deanna! It's hard when we're not looking at the same thing, but turn any layers (balloons) off (line through the eye symbol) that you don't want to use, then click on what you're keeping only and go to contour. Then you should be able to turn off everything you don't want from that one layer. All I can think of is that you edited one layer and the others were still turned on. Hope this helps!! And don't get frustrated. We all start somewhere. It will get easier. 💕😊
Are card envelopes possible on the joy?
Do you mean making them? Or addressing them? Addressing, yes. Cutting, not really because of the size limitation and it can't score. If you want to see how to address them, I have a video for you! czcams.com/video/nQSxvxvIzxY/video.html Thanks for watching and happy crafting! 💕
I followed your exact instructions, but my cricut joy materials crumpled up in the joy twice. Any suggestions?
Hey Cara! When you say "crumpled," do you mean the machine ate or tore your materials? If you've cut a lot of paper lately, sometimes paper dust and lint can get under the rollers area and on the blade. It may need to be cleaned. Hope this helps so you can get back to crafting and having fun! Thanks for watching! 💕
can you make same card using cricket maker ?
Hey there! You can, but with a bit of tweaking. You'll want to add a score line for the fold. I do have a video on how you can use the Joy Card Mat with the Maker or Explore. It's not ideal, but it works. You can see it here: czcams.com/video/NHDmau0-K44/video.html 💕