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How to Use a Cricut DIY Hello Pumpkin Sign

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Equipment

  • Cricut machine
  • Standard grip mat
  • Weeding tools
  • Transfer tape
  • Burnishing tool

Materials

  • Permanent vinyl in white or orange
  • A sign/chalkboard
  • Ribbons and florals
  • Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Instructions

  • Download the jpeg here.
  • Open Cricut Design Space on your computer.
  • Upload the jpeg.
  • Set up the project in Design Space.
  • To fit onto a 12" round surface make the dimensions 11.263" wide by 3.474" high
  • Measure and cut the vinyl.
  • Press it down onto a standard mat.
  • Follow the machine prompts to select the material (vinyl) and click make it.
  • Press the flashing double arrow button and to load the mat and vinyl into the machine.
  • Now click the flashing go button and the machine will cut the vinyl.
  • Once it's done, click the flashing load/unload button to unload the mat.
  • Weed the excess vinyl off leaving the design attached to the backing. Do not remove it from the mat.
  • Measure and cut a piece of transfer tape. Remove the backing and burnish it onto the cut vinyl.
  • Once the transfer tape has adhered to the vinyl, carefully peel the tape and the vinyl away from the backing.
  • Line the transfer tape up on your round. When you are happy with where it is positioned, make sure the sticky side of the tape is down and the design is right side up.
  • Press down the design firmly, using a burnishing tool to really rub the vinyl on.
  • Peel off the transfer tape slowly.
  • Add a bow and florals of your choosing to decorate the sign.
  • Display!

Notes

See post for additional notes and tips.