NewYears Resolutions, trying new things for me with my Cricut Explore

I bought my Cricut Explore machine in Oct 2014, to use the Print then Cut feature.  I have really enjoyed using it for that. ( http://sippingtea.com/tuts/cricutexploreprintncut.html )   But now 2 years later, I really want to begin to learn to do other things with this very versatile  machine.  So I've made up a listing with links to youtube videos that I hope by posting here on my blog, I will refer back to and try some or all of them during 2017.  I'm not going to feel guilty if I don't try them all or even succeed, its more "gentle suggestions" to myself to get out of my comfort zone of mostly working with cardstock and making cards, tags, and magnets from magnet sheets, and embellishments from cardstock paper.  I believe using my Explore should be fun and relaxing, if I find any of these projects to be frustrating or difficult to master, I will most likely give up on them - LOL...I'm not into trying my patience.  

Excerpts may be quoted from the linked youtube pages:

Printable Vinyl using Print then Cut by Troy Young on Troy Tube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bdq4KTm_iw

Cricut Design Space full page print then cut trick

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRxPB9iKxPY

Super Size a Print then Cut in Cricut Explore Design Space

Published on Dec 23, 2016  by L.A. De Valk  This tutorial will teach you how to enlarge your images for Print then Cut in the Cricut Design Space.

This is a sequel to the tutorial I did last year on how to Super Size a cut image in Design Space.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGnk6kkqwmU

Super Size on Cricut Explore Tutorial  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bl5b8Xghzyw

Published on Mar 4, 2015  This is the computer screen view of how I super sized an image on my Cricut Explore in Cricut Design Space. The image example is in my first video found here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANAOE_NEEFQ

other tutorials on doing oversized images

Creating Oversized Images in Design Space by Debbie O'Neal  Published on Feb 2, 2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKQYanQLOh8&t=308s

Larger than cricut mat - 33" Cheshire Cat

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luHYWZ1M2ik&t=21s

OFF THE MAT: 26" Double sided Mickey Mouse Published on Jun 26, 2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQuCyibVUHs

36" Die Cut. Bigger than the Mat #2  Published on Jan 31, 2016

This is a process video making the white rabbit form Alice in Wonderland at 36" tall

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PazuX48YDU0&t=26s

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PazuX48YDU0

Cutting Off the Mat with my Cricut! Elmo  Published on Mar 9, 2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AveC_-Uypw

Cricut Rolled Roses Published on Mar 15, 2016 by Lori Huhn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkBPfZHkNP0

Paper flower tips and tricks using Cricut Explore  Published on Feb 10, 2015 by Ameroonie Designs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzzGO65-C6M

Cricut Paper Rose Bouquet Tutorial  Published on Mar 3, 2016 Stormy McCall   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62H1bhZxYuk

This rose pattern is from Design Space on the Cricut website. It is to demonstrate how to assemble a large rose pattern

Close ToMy Heart 3D Cricut Flowers Published on Aug 23, 2014 Jayma Malme

I'll show you the 11 different 3D flowers on CTMH's Cricut cartridges -- Art Philosophy, Artiste & Artbooking -- and how to assemble them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pl9mqYa7QBo

Watch my video on how to make a paper flower wedding bouquet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FAdlNwsswo&feature=youtu.be

How To Make This Elegant Coffee Filter Rose QUICK - no machine required

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADfgn0QNKRU

DIY Coffee Filter Roses (free template) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRbhwU_t0Sk

How to make a coffee filter rose step by step. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBJvZjwezSk

Using HTV (Heat Transfer Vinyl) with Cricut Explore

Iron On Using Cricut Explore by MayMay Made It Published on Jan 26, 2015

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkDKS1S2fcg

and Heat Transfer Vinyl on a Sweatshirt and Cricut Explore

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYMXd5DscZQ

3 Monogrammed Gifts Using Cricut Explore and Design Space  Published on Dec 14, 2016 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Fmt57dKAU8

Fast, Affordable Christmas Gifts using Vinyl by May May Made It Published on Nov 30, 2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2H1ZaFv1JM

How to Cricut Episode 8: Iron-on t-shirt / Official Cricut Channel   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5gS_WLiAOg

Tips & Tricks Using Iron On/HTV with the Cricut Explore by Lorrie Nunemaker

Published on Dec 4, 2016  Learn a few tips and tricks using Iron On with the Cricut Explore https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXx7hk4prLQ

HTV Basics - Getting started with Heat Transfer Vinyl and the Cricut Explore by Troy Young / TroyTube Published on Apr 2, 2015    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwn5SJkXc_w

How To Make An Iron On With Your Cricut- How To Cut HTV With Your Cricut-How To Cut HTV Tutorial  by Brooke Allen Published on Dec 9, 2016   

How to Cut Iron on Heat Transfer 

Vinyl with your Cricut.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3un1_vb68B8

You Can Jingle My Bells Shirt | Cricut Iron On Foil by Off Kilter Crafter Ian

Published on Dec 10, 2016   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVWq9Qf3sRY

I used the new Cricut iron on foil to create this really awesome and funny holiday shirt. I cut this on my Cricut Explore Air and ironed it on using an ordinary iron that you may have around your house.

Cricut Explore Creating a Personalized T-Shirt with Lettering by Jo-Ann Hudson Published on Mar 8, 2016  Learn to create a t-shirt with lettering using Cricut Explore in Cricut Journey Episode 8.    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l36jRi2S4_I

Cricut Explore Tshirt with a Stamped Image by Lorrie Nunemaker Published on May 19, 2016  Create a custom tshirt with your Cricut Explore and a stamped image   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFvJonp4T1I

How to cut fabric with the Cricut. Christopher Alan Design Published on Apr 23, 2014  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQ7_ZfoJPGc&t=24s

How to Cricut Episode 11: Fabric pennant banner  by Official Cricut Channel

Published on Dec 14, 2015  In this video, see how to make a heartwarming pennant that cheers for L-O-V-E. You’ll learn how to make a stencil using vinyl, to use and cut fabric, and the best Cricut® cutting mat to use with different materials.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTvEr11raYw

ULTIMATE - Fast and easy way to cut felt using the Cricut Explore. Tutorial Published on Jun 24, 2014  Sassi's Scrapbooking    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCoXQseL1TM

Cricut Fabric Cutting Success by socre8hive  Published on Apr 29, 2015  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U72hItGe2EM

Creating layers using basic upload and hide contour - Cricut Design Space by Two Hearts One Love Designs  Published on Sep 3, 2015   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUwN6ev8UXw

Cricut Window Cling  by Troy Young / TroyTube Published on Dec 13, 2015In this video I make some simple Christmas decorations for our front window using Cricut Window Cling and the Cricut Explore with Design Space.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3AjvhLP2QY

Cutting Cricut Window Cling - Halloween Fun Published on Oct 13, 2015 by Crafts by Two https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHCmtQ8gAGM

Using Inkscape

Learning Inkscape for Design Space by Troy Young / TroyTube Published on Oct 2, 2015   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjL2nWR1Ftk

Converting images in Inkscape for Design Space - Cricut Design Space by Two Hearts One Love Designs  Published on Sep 10, 2015   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfRZXTsC-hk  

Basics of Creating Text Designs with Inkscape for Import to Design Space by TroyTube  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Vl7YqNywx0

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Cricut Design Space Cheat Sheets

http://cricuted.blogspot.com/2015/12/cricut-cheat-sheets.html

What Materials can the Explore machines cut and what Blade should I use?
See listing and suggested settings.
https://help.cricut.com/help/cricut-explore-materials-settings