I don’t know why, but creating cards on Cricut is always fun! From choosing a design on Design Space to the final arrangement of cut pieces, it is really exciting! But do you know how to make cards with Cricut? If yes, then great, but if not, this guide is for you!
Creating cards is easy if you have a simple design, but it can become difficult as you move towards more complex designs. But the question is, how can I get such a design? And from where? Well, I have already answered that in this blog.
Besides, there are many things you need to know, such as the supplies required for making Cricut birthday cards. Yes, I will create a birthday card for my daughter, who turns 5 years old next week. Check out this blog to learn the process!
What Do You Need to Create a Birthday Card?
I am very excited about my daughter’s birthday. Although I planned to give her a gift, I also wanted to give her a birthday card with a message. So, let’s learn how to make cards with Cricut, but before that, you need the following items:
- Cricut Maker 3
- Cardstock
- Cricut Design Space
- Fine Point Blade
- Cricut Pen
- Single Scoring wheel
Gather all the items? Let’s move ahead!
How to Make a Birthday Card With Cricut Machine?
Here, I will start to proceed with simple steps to teach you how to make cards with Cricut. To make your own Cricut birthday cards:
Step 1: Creating a Design on Design Space
The first thing you need to do is open a Cricut Design Space and go to the blank Canvas.
Then, you have to go to the Shapes tool from the left toolbars and select a basic square. Afterward, the shape will be added to your canvas. Next, you will need to resize and change the color of your design as per your requirements.
Step 2: Adding the Scoring Line
Now, navigate to the shapes menu again and add a straight line, which will be your scoring line. You can place it in the rectangle that you created. You have to place the line so that it divides the rectangle. Make sure you choose the scoring line by simply selecting the Score from the Operation drop-down menu.
Highlight the scoring line and your rectangle. After that, you have to go to the Attach option and click on it to attach. Now, your card is almost ready.
Step 3: Decorating Your Paper Card
Here, you can add your own decorations, such as images or texts, to your cards. To add the images, you can select the Images icon on the left menu and choose from thousands of images or SVG files online.
Step 4: Continue the Card Cutting Process
Now, hit the Make It button. Select any mat that you want and place your cardstock material over it. Then, proceed and click on the Continue button on Design Space. Ensure you have loaded the scoring blade on your cutting mat. After scoring the card, you need to replace the blade with a Fine Point Blade and click Go.
Once you have cut the design on cardstock, you will need to create the insert by clicking on your second mat on the display. Go through the same process.
Step 5: Applying Glue to Your Birthday Card
Now, you have to apply glue to your card and place the insert cards so that it will be visible through the cuts. Finally, I have created a birthday card for my daughter.
Follow this tutorial on how to make cards with Cricut and begin creating your projects.
FAQs
Question 1: Does Cricut provide any card templates?
Answer: Absolutely, yes, more than 1300 card templates are available on Cricut Design Space. To find the template, follow the steps below:
- Open the Design Space and go to the Projects options from the left bar.
- Then, select Cards from the drop-down menu.
- Browse the design you like and click on it to add to your canvas.
Question 2: Can I cut cards with my Cricut machine?
Answer: Yes, you can! Cricut is capable of cutting more than 100 or 300 materials, depending on the type of model you are using. For example, if you are using Cricut Explore models, you can cut only 100 materials, but with Maker models, you can easily cut more than 300. Lastly, Cricut Joy can cut only up to 50 materials.
Question 3: What paper should I choose for making cards with Cricut?
Answer: From my personal experience, I’d say Sizzix or Cricut Cardstock would be the best fit for you. Cricut can easily cut thicker cards at a glance. Just create an amazing design on Design Space and send it to your Cricut machine. Finally, it will cut your intricate designs in one go!
Final Words
This blog is all about how to make cards with Cricut. Throughout this blog, step-by-step instructions are given on the making process. Those steps are very simple, so a beginner can easily follow them. Also, the essential supplies are mentioned in this blog, which will be helpful for those who do not have ideas about the tools and equipment they need to create. Start creating beautiful birthday cards today hassle-free!