By Louise Miller
Last Updated: October 23, 2025
5 Cricut tips every beginner should know (to go from Zero to Hero)
Starting your Cricut journey? Here are 5 simple tips to guide you craft with confidence and fall in love with your Cricut from day one.
1. Prep your mat like a pro
1. Prep your mat like a pro
A clean mat is the secret to smooth cuts.
Use a lint roller or baby wipes before every project to remove dust and scraps.
Your vinyl will stick better and your cuts will stay crisp.
2. Match your blade to your material
2. Match your blade to your material
Not all blades (or materials) are created equal! Adjust your pressure setting in Design Space:
• For thicker materials – More Pressure
• For thin or delicate vinyl – Less Pressure
This tiny tweak can save you tons of vinyl ¡and frustration!
3. Calibrate before you create
3. Calibrate before you create
Think of calibration as your machine’s “alignment check.”
Before a new project, go to Settings – Calibration in Design Space ¡It takes 30 seconds and keeps your designs perfectly precise!
4. Do a quick test cut first
4. Do a quick test cut first
Don’t risk a full sheet!
Run a small heart or star test cut before your main design to make sure the blade depth and pressure are spot on.
It’s one of those “two minute habits” that saves hours of redoing projects and wasting material.
5. Progress over perfection
5. Progress over perfection
Every crafter starts somewhere and your first imperfect project is still a win. Celebrate the process, not just the result.
The more you cut, the more confident you’ll feel ¡and the more fun it gets!
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