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It’s a simple way to introduce autumn to little ones while making a decoration they can hang on a door, a wall, or in the classroom. Plus, it comes with a Free PDF Template (no subscription needed). I aimed to create a color palette that was earthy, inviting, and perfect for decorating a child’s door without feeling like an eyesore, with very bright greens, reds, and oranges. This craft is the ideal combination of aesthetic appeal and vibrancy....

This Paper Flower Bouquet Craft is the perfect mix of creativity and beauty, making it a fun activity for kids of all ages. Whether it’s a heartfelt gift for Mother’s Day, a sweet surprise for Valentine’s Day, or just a fun spring afternoon craft, this project has you covered! The best part? It comes in two versions—one ready-to-go in lovely colors and another as a blank canvas for kids to color in themselves....

You’ll get 15 puzzles across six levels of difficulty, including an epic 100-word search for those who love a challenge. Worried about getting stuck? Don’t be. Every puzzle includes an answer key, and I’ve even included a spoiler warning before the solution pages so you can choose when to peek! Additionally, if you enjoy coloring, each page features cute doodles to color! These are the levels you will find: As the difficulty level increases, so do the directions where a word can be found....

Fonts give life to your projects, and today you will find the best fonts to use for your Cricut (or other cutting machines) projects. This article is not just a list of fonts; that would be, mmm, I don’t know, BOR-ING! More than a list of fonts, you will be learning a little bit about them and how to use and choose the right ones, so you feel empowered to make beautiful projects that will last forever....

Today’s tutorial will teach you how to add a custom material to Cricut Design Space. In your crafting journey, there may be a point you may want to cut something that isn’t listed on Cricut’s materials. Or there may be a point where Cricut’s settings may not work with a type of vinyl or paper you have on hand. Cricut does a pretty good job listing all sorts of materials when you want to cut a project....

This Paper Plate Chocolate Tray (or Box) Craft is the perfect activity to keep little hands busy while letting them make something very special. Whether it be Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, a birthday, or even teacher appreciation, this craft doubles as a thoughtful homemade gift that’s just as sweet as it looks! From preschoolers to older kids, this craft is simple enough for little ones yet enjoyable for older children....

I thought it would be fun to write a Cricut Dictionary with a brief description of some of the essential concepts in the Cricut World! No matter if you are a beginner or an advanced user, I am sure you will learn something from this post. Are you ready? Let’s learn together. Cricut Dictionary All of the terms I’ve included in this vocabulary are part of the hardware (Cricut machine and accessories) and also software tools and settings that are important during the designing and cutting process....

Are you trying to teach your little student the letter f? If that’s the case, I’ve got you covered! This article contains over 55 pages to help your child master the letter F in uppercase and lowercase! These worksheets cover most aspects of learning the letter F, from coloring and letter and line tracing to letter and number recognition. As a homeschooled mom, I recognize that many moms have more than one little one at a time; that is why although most worksheets are for preschoolers and kindergarteners, I’ve also included some advanced activities like word searches, and I spy games for 1st and 2nd graders....

Summer Word Search puzzles are just the thing! They’re great for kids of all ages (and grown-ups too), whether you’re relaxing at home, on a road trip, flying to your next adventure, or needing a quick screen-free activity while on vacation. You’ll get 15 word searches across six difficulty levels. From easy CVC words to an epic 100-word puzzle for those ready for a serious challenge. And don’t worry if you get stuck!...

Christmas is just around the corner, and to celebrate, I spent the last couple of days designing over 50+ Free Printable Christmas Gift Tags in different styles! Farmhouse-Style Christmas Gift Tags Retro Style Christmas Gift Tags Funny Christmas Gift Tags Bright Red Tags Christ-Centered Christmas Gift Tags Blank Templates Some of the gift tags come in different colors as well, which means that you get extra options. The best part of all is that EVERYTHING is in this article....

In today’s tutorial, you will learn how to make spice jar labels with your Cricut Maker, Explore, and Joy! There are many techniques you can use to personalize spice jars. You can use writable vinyl and Cricut pens, Print then Cut, Chalkboard vinyl, etc. After much thought, I decided to teach you how to personalize them with adhesive vinyl. This tutorial is full of cool Cricut tips you may not know yet, like creating weeding boxes to weed vinyl easier and transferring vinyl to the surface using the hinge method, so your design is in the right spot 100% of the time....

Ok! Let’s dig in a little further… The KEY to cut multiple colors on a single mat is by attaching all of the different colors in one final piece, and then cut. Depending on the design you want to cut, there will be extra things you need to do; so make sure you read all of this post so you don’t make the same mistakes I did! When I was first getting started with my Cricut, I couldn’t really understand why did Cricut Design Space wasn’t able to just put all of my colors on the same mat, I seriously clicked on every single button but there’s not real option for it....

Earrings are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s Christmas, birthdays, Mother’s Day, or just to show someone you care. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to create beautiful earrings using the Cricut machine. I’ve also included over 12 SVG earring templates to simplify your crafting process. Let’s get creative and make some stunning earrings together! Tip: This tutorial builds upon the skills I teach in every step. If you’re just starting with your machine, I suggest you read and follow each step....

In today’s tutorial, I’ll teach you how to make beautiful birthday cards with your Cricut machine. I will be providing you with 12 beautiful and unique templates. Eleven are SVG files, and one is for printing and cutting, in case you’re in a hurry! No matter what your taste in cards is, I am confident that you’ll find the perfect card to cut and give to someone you love. For this particular project, I am using one of the templates I included in this tutorial; nonetheless, if you feel like doing a card from scratch, check out my card-making tutorial with your Cricut Maker or Explore....

One of the main reasons people get a Cricut is to personalize and decorate every area in their home. Today’s tutorial will teach you how to make beautiful wood signs with your Cricut machine. No more mass-produced signs! There are many ways you can make wooden signs with your Cricut. You can use iron-on, adhesive vinyl, stencils to paint over them, etc. For this particular wooden sign, we will be using stencil and adhesive vinyl plus wood stain and paint....

The FREE PDF template comes in color or a version for them to color, and there are even options to make a whole polar bear family, dad, and baby! This activity is a great way to teach your toddlers, preschoolers, and even kindergarteners about polar bears while they also work on fine motor skills like cutting and gluing. Are you ready? Let’s make some sweet polar bears! Tools & Materials Printer Template (download at the end of the article; you don’t need to subscribe!...

Today, you’ll learn everything you need to know about “Print then Cut” with your Cricut machine. The “Print Then Cut” operation lets you print your designs and cut around them. When you select an element or design to be printed and cut, Design Space sends it to your printer, and subsequently, it is cut. This feature is one of my favorites because I can make stickers, do homeschooling activities for my kids, create printables, etc....

Every day is a good day to learn, and today we are going to compare the Scoring Stylus against the Scoring Wheel. Before we dig in let’s see a quick review of what these tools are. Both, the Scoring Stylus and the Scoring Wheel, are accessories you can use with your Cricut Machines. They allow you to make folds on different types of materials like paper, cardstock, poster-board, etc. If you enjoy making boxes, cards, or other type of projects that require you to make folds, then; these accessories will make your life extra easy and also fun....

Search no more because this article is full of resources to help you teach your little student all about the letter H! Find line and letter tracing activities, coloring pages, puzzles, mazes, I spy, word search activities, and more. Whether you’re teaching a preschooler, kindergartener, first grader, second grader, or even multiple ages (hello, homeschooling moms!), this collection of activities is designed to help your child confidently master the letter H....

Let me tell you that I almost lost mine in the process. Thankfully, I finally found a decent way to achieve beautifully rounded corners! The best way to make rounded corners in Cricut Design Space is by slicing your desired shape against a circle, or an oval. Although it sounds effortless, there are some things you need to keep in mind like alignment and smoothness. I love my Cricut! It was love at first sight....