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If you’re a beginner at DIY projects, then this Cricut Explore Air 2 review is for you! I went to an arts school as a kid, and I give credit to those school years of my life that helped me get in touch with my creative, artsy side. When I received the Cricut Explore Air 2, found exclusively at Walmart, I was extremely excited to explore what DIY projects I could create!
As a beginner DIY-er I have not used a Cricut product before – I knew the Cricut Explore Air 2 could cut and draw on paper – but once I uploaded the Cricut App and scrolled through the amazing project tutorials, I realized how much more it can do!
The first project I wanted to create was a vinyl label for my simple syrup for my morning lattes.
If you are subscribed to my newsletter or follow me on Instagram, you know how much I love coffee – it feels amazing when I can make a better latte at home than at the local coffee shop!
I’m going to take you through my Cricut Explore Air 2 review and how I made my silver vinyl labels!
#1. Download the Cricut Design App or use the Cricut Design Space program on your computer!
I am intrigued by technology – from baby products, to gaming systems, to crafting supplies. I think it is amazing the strides and inventions people create year to year. So, when I was able to use the Cricut Design App to design the vinyl label I wanted, then use wireless Bluetooth to connect my phone to the Cricut Explore Air 2 machine to make the design I was floored!
It was easy and simple for me to choose a font, choose the size and send that information to the Cricut Explore Air 2. The app will give you prompts and reminders to make your product the best it can be.
#2. Set the Cricut Explore Air 2 dial to the correct material.
The new Cricut Explore Air 2 has a gorgeous champagne dial that lists all the possible materials it can cut or draw on: poster board, bonded fabric, cardstock, light cardstock, iron-on, vinyl, paper, custom. There are so many things you can make with this amazing machine!
If you are a beginner or an expert, it is always recommended you check the Cricut website for the recommended blade and machine mats for each material. The blade for poster board is going to be very different than the blade for vinyl – same goes for the machine mats.
3. Follow the Cricut Design App instructions and let the machine do it’s thing!
The prompts on the app will show you how to insert the machine mat, what buttons to press (it helps a lot that correct buttons blink when it’s time to press them). I love using Fast Mode for making my vinyl crafts time-efficient!
Once the Cricut button is pressed just watch how smooth and speedy the blade is guided over the vinyl. And before you know it, it’s finished! Tada!
#4. Peel your project off the machine mat and remove the negative area of your project.
Remove the negative area of my project? What does that mean? The Cricut Explore Air 2 has cut the letters into the giant piece of vinyl, so to see the letters you need to peel the vinyl that will not be adhered to your vinyl Cricut project.
Tip: you can use tweezers to remove the negative space of your project, or use the recommended Cricut Weeder.
#5. Apply to a clean, dry surface!
As I did research into how to make Cricut vinyl stick to glass, I started to get nervous. Many bloggers posted tips and tricks to make the vinyl decals stick to glass, but it required materials I did not have on hand.
I followed the vinyl instructions on the Cricut packaging, and it worked well! I hand wash this glass jar and I haven’t had any issues with the vinyl peeling or falling off.
I cannot wait to explore and share all the holiday and organizational Cricut vinyl projects for beginners I have planned for you! As someone who isn’t super crafty, I love this thing. I have been making cards, decorations, and labels like crazy.
Plus, if you were watching on Instagram Stories when I unboxed the Cricut Explore Air 2 Matthew is hyped for making custom t-shirts with the iron-on material and EasyPress 2! Keep your eyes peeled for that review coming soon!
Have you tried the Cricut Explore Air 2? What’s on your wishlist this holiday season?
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