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Review: my first time using a Cricut heat press
by Stefanie Lechthaler
My first attempt with the cutting plotter
7.2.2019
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I am absolutely amazed at what a cutting plotter has to offer. As a complete beginner, I was allowed to test it and would now like to share my experiences with you. Of course, nicely packaged in a pretty DIY guide.
When I took this printer-like item out of the packaging, my first thought was: "Oh God, what am I going to do with this thing?" So I did what I always do in such a case: a Pinterest search. I was amazed at what I discovered there. I would never have thought that I could use this plotter to create prints on T-shirts, lanterns, cards and so much more. So now it was just a matter of realising it or - in my case - trying it out.
My path to success
DIY plotter fun
For this DIY, you will of course need a cutting plotter and the matching adhesive mat. The trendy cork fabric and single-coloured yarn are the materials used. With a laptop and the free Brother Canvas Workspace software, you can also create your very own designs.
- Create the design for your box using simple symbols and motifs with the "Brother Canvas Workspace" software.
- Place the cork fabric on the adhesive mat and clamp it. Start the cutting programme.
- After a few minutes, all the figures are punched out and can be lifted away from the mat.
- Remove the entire piece of cork fabric from the mat.
- Thread the yarn through the holes, similar to the laces, and tie it up.
- Tie all the pieces of yarn together at the top to form a stitch and your basket is finished, which you can use to store your jewellery, for example.
Is this plotter also something for you?
With a wealth of experience under my belt and a pretty addition to my daughter's jewellery range, I'm off to the next project. What do you think of these cutting plotters? Have you ever had the opportunity to try one out or do you prefer making things by hand like me? Let me know in a comment.
My students and also my own children inspire me every day with their irrepressible imagination. I like to document the creative projects that emerge from this on my blog Fantasiewerk. I hope to inspire many moms and dads to craft with their children. <br> <a href="https://fantasiewerk.ch/" target="_blank">Fantasiewerk.ch</a>
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