Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Just Because Cards Tips and Tricks - Part 1

Check out this video to see some great tips and tricks for use with the new Cricut Just Because Cards cartridge! This is Part 1 - tomorrow, I will upload Part 2! I hope this helps you to use the cartridge. Click HERE if you can't see the video!



Here is some other info:

When you cut a 5-1/2" rectangular envelope, it is convenient to have it fit onto a 12x12 sheet of paper, as opposed to 12x24 paper. The following envelopes will cut a 5-1/2" envelope on a 12x12 sheet of paper:

Boot (key 42)
peach (key 43)
sundae (key 45)
lemonade (key 46)
pig (key 47)

Wondering why I chose 5-1/2"? Well, that makes a nice sized card (approx. 4" x 5-1/2", almost an A2) and it's nice to have a matching envelope that is made from a 12x12 sheet of paper.

Hope this helps!

Don't miss tomorrow's episode - Just Because Cards Tips and Tricks - Part 2!

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73 comments:

  1. Banner MarketApril 6, 2010 at 3:36 PM

    Thank you so much for doing this! This really helps. Looking forward to tomorrows episode as well. Thank you!
    Gina

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  2. MelissaApril 6, 2010 at 4:09 PM

    Thanks Joy! Can't wait for tomorrow!

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  3. aidensmomApril 6, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    Thanks Joy!! I just ordered this over the weekend so the tips are sooo appreciated!!

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  4. TurnedgypsyApril 6, 2010 at 4:42 PM

    that cartridge is on my wish list. thanks joy. you are one of the reason i am trying to make my own blog..

    I love your blog. i posted a link on mine for yours...thanks for sharing.

    i am giving away some blog candy too, to try grow my blog

    chriswooten57
    http://turnedgypsy.blogspot.com
    mcwooten1999@carolina.rr.com

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  5. SharonApril 6, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    Thanks for doing these videos! This cart is at the top of my wish list! This will help me so much when I get it! :)

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  6. Sandy from UkiahApril 6, 2010 at 4:48 PM

    I can't wait to see the finished card. You are so awesome.

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  7. maryannsApril 6, 2010 at 5:41 PM

    Thanks for the tutorial. I just bought this cartridge and your tips will help me tremendously.

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  8. Kitty MApril 6, 2010 at 6:11 PM

    Great video Joy! A wonderful learning tool! TFS!


    Kitty

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  9. Diana JoyApril 6, 2010 at 6:41 PM

    Hi hi: I am a good instruction reader but have to save watching your video cements some of this cartridge. The numbering pages is a great tip. Thanks...looking forward to pt. 2.

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  10. flowerdiscoApril 6, 2010 at 7:03 PM

    yeap...it does helps! Just remember when Joy says she keeps it at X size she also means the "real size button" must be OFF. This way you get all the cuts accordingly to X size.

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  11. otterslnApril 6, 2010 at 7:03 PM

    Great video! I am saving $ for this cartridge

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  12. CMOM ProductionsApril 6, 2010 at 7:33 PM

    I need to get Just Because & Wild Card cartridges!!!

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  13. texasladyApril 6, 2010 at 7:59 PM

    Thank You Thank You, I was having trouble trying to figure out this envelope things as the #'s did not match the page #'s now I know it's the key #'s.

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  14. ShawneeApril 6, 2010 at 8:04 PM

    Thank you for this video. I am learning so much. I just got my cricut (regular) just a few weeks ago. I am having so much fun. Thank you for sharing your creative talent with us.

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  15. SarahApril 6, 2010 at 8:04 PM

    Great video---thanks so much for the tips. I just got the cart last week and then left on vacation and have not had time to play with it yet. I took it out of the box today. I may try to make a card tomorrow.....

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  16. Susan from SCApril 6, 2010 at 8:51 PM

    I just don't think I could use my Cricut machine without your guidance, Joy! You are amazing. I hope one day to meet you in person to thank you for all of your inspiration!

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  17. Carol<><April 6, 2010 at 8:51 PM

    thanks for the info, it will save me a lot of headaches and tossing paper.
    Carol<><

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  18. Deanne GutierrezApril 6, 2010 at 8:59 PM

    Jpy - thank you so much for doing this. I have created a file on my desktop "Just Because Cards" and I will be adding all of your videos to this folder for reference. By the way, my children have ordered this cartridge for me for my birthday so I am so excited to get it!
    Deanne

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  19. JusthaveingfunApril 6, 2010 at 9:50 PM

    Love the video, I really want that cart now! Great card. Can't wait till I get home from bowling to see who wins. TFS. :o)

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  20. UnknownApril 6, 2010 at 9:53 PM

    Thanks Joy! Great video, very helpful. Looking forward to part two!!

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  21. TeacherMomApril 6, 2010 at 10:22 PM

    Thanks for the great video!! I can't wait to get my cart. Looking forward to seeing tomorrow's video!!! Thanks again

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  22. My Creative TimeApril 6, 2010 at 10:53 PM

    I don't have this cart yet! but I will be getting it SOON!! Thanks for this great tips video!!:)
    hugs,
    Emma:)

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  23. My Creative TimeApril 6, 2010 at 10:53 PM

    I don't have this cart yet! but I will be getting it SOON!! Thanks for this great tips video!!:)
    hugs,
    Emma:)

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  24. Grammy GGApril 6, 2010 at 11:21 PM

    Joy, thank you sooo much for the step by step explanation. You do such a great job with your videos--so much good information and for visual learners--just the best! Thank you, for your sweet spirit in making it easier for all of us to use this cart.

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  25. bernshwagApril 7, 2010 at 1:11 AM

    Joy,

    Thank you so much for doing this video. I have learned so much from you and would of never thought of numbering the manual. Great tip!!!

    Candi
    bernshwag@yahoo.com

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  26. LindaApril 7, 2010 at 2:11 AM

    Thanks Joy, my cart is in the post so i am waiting every day for it to arrive. Cant wait to see tomorrows post.
    Linda

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  27. Denise-ScrapmouseApril 7, 2010 at 2:27 AM

    Thanks for the informative video.

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  28. GrannyCharlotteApril 7, 2010 at 7:15 AM

    Thanks for the tutorial. It sure helps. I have cartridge on order and now can't hardly wait to use it. TFS.

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  29. Angie LittleApril 7, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    Cute card! Thank you so much for the tips, very helpful.

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  30. myscrappingtimeApril 7, 2010 at 7:34 AM

    Thanks for that great video

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  31. UnknownApril 7, 2010 at 7:42 AM

    thanks for all the wonderful ideas

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  32. Jennifer HApril 7, 2010 at 7:46 AM

    Thanks Joy for another great video! It make it look so easy. Can't wait for part 2 tomorrow.

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  33. CarrieApril 7, 2010 at 8:13 AM

    Thanks for the tips! My cart arrives on Friday and I am saving this tutorial to use.

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  34. AnonymousApril 7, 2010 at 8:15 AM

    So very cute!
    Teresa
    rdrepublican@windstream.net

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  35. pcmom114April 7, 2010 at 8:22 AM

    I am asking for this cartridge for Mother's Day!!!

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  36. KateApril 7, 2010 at 8:32 AM

    Great video. I'm a visual learner, so it's great to be able to see what you are doing.
    Love your nails, by the way!!

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  37. AnnApril 7, 2010 at 8:39 AM

    I have started watching the videos and it has helped immensely. Thanks for doing them. Will watch tomorrow for the 2nd part. Wish I could do the thing tonight but I have a meeting but YOU CAN STILL PULL MY NAME!!

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  38. Sue S.April 7, 2010 at 8:57 AM

    Great video! Now I just have to get this cart! Thanks for sharing!

    sueot33@yahoo.com

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  39. SantareadApril 7, 2010 at 8:58 AM

    thanks for the video.

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  40. JingleApril 7, 2010 at 8:59 AM

    Thanks for the great techniques!

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  41. DonnaApril 7, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    Joy, love the card and of course the video. I really want this cart.

    Donna C.
    goCricutgo

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  42. BonnieApril 7, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    Thanks for a great video! I loved learning about the envelopes. Can't wait to see part 2!

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  43. cjtatmanApril 7, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    thank you - the video was very helpful! Look forward to part 2.
    Candice J

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  44. SherriApril 7, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    Thanks for the tips. I look forward to see the next episode.

    Thanks for sharing.

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  45. DreamaApril 7, 2010 at 9:34 AM

    Thanks for these tips & tricks. I need all the help I can get. lol
    dreama1947@yahoo.com

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  46. KarenApril 7, 2010 at 9:34 AM

    Great video, Joy. I just got my expression the other day and haven't had a chance to break it out of the box yet. Watching this video will certainly make it easier to use when I try it. Definitely a cart that I want!

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  47. AnonymousApril 7, 2010 at 9:47 AM

    Nancy B...
    Thanks for the Tips, I made this card last week and wasted a lot of cardstock the shadow does come up larger. So I brought down the size from 5 1/2" to 5 1/4 inch and it was much better.

    Nice card. Thanks again

    lv2dance92@optonline.net

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  48. Muggy2April 7, 2010 at 10:28 AM

    Honestly, you give the best tutorials going! I love learning what the newer carts can do. Thank you for all the time you spend.

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  49. DoriGApril 7, 2010 at 11:04 AM

    Thank you for the clear and informative video.

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  50. LisaApril 7, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    Thanks Joy for your instructional videos...looking forward to watching them later this afternoon, for some reason when I change my duragesic patch..I can't sleep, so going to take a power nap, and then I have a bit of cardmaking, and a mini book to work on. Sure love your "doggone" card, it is too cute!

    I think anyone can tell I'm a bit wiped when I start to ramble and give so much TMI. Somebody stop me...LOL

    You ROCK Joy!!!

    *hugs* & a crafty goodness day!!!
    Lisa Sturgill

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  51. The Art of Being KelcifiedApril 7, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    Thanks for the tips and tricks! I don't have this cartridge yet but I can't wait!

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  52. MicheleApril 7, 2010 at 12:24 PM

    thank you for posting a video. Cute project.

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  53. MizMaryAnnApril 7, 2010 at 12:42 PM

    You are awesome. I've had my Cricut for less than a year, so your instructions are so helpful. I'm a visual learner and really appreciate the way you slowly go through each step in the video. I'm anxious for part 2. Thank you so much.

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  54. CrhigaApril 7, 2010 at 1:14 PM

    Thank you for the great tips!!!


    Carol

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  55. DebraApril 7, 2010 at 3:52 PM

    Thanks for your videos. Should be receiving my cartridge this week. Can't wait.

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  56. ThebookinroomApril 7, 2010 at 3:53 PM

    TFS!!! I love ur tips and tricks of the trade! So helpful. Charity S.

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  57. JeanApril 7, 2010 at 4:41 PM

    Such helpful information! Thank you!

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  58. mea5798April 7, 2010 at 4:49 PM

    joy thank you! i finally understand the numbering system!!! yea!!!
    marie

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  59. AnonymousApril 7, 2010 at 5:16 PM

    Joy,
    Great video and I will be sure and mark this to save so I can refer back to it. I understand the system. This video it so great. I have been without my computer for 3-weeks now and I don't think it can be repaired. On a friends computer. I wanted to enter for the give away and not sure where to enter. Thanks, Thanks, Thanks, I love these type of video's. Keep up the great work. Sandy Bayles

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  60. freetimegoneApril 7, 2010 at 7:19 PM

    Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. I don't have this cartridge "yet" but now that I have seen your videos I am a little more inclined to try and get it. You make it look so simple.

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  61. Creative BugApril 8, 2010 at 12:02 AM

    I cannot say thank you enough to you for all the help in learning new things with the cartridges and embellishments.

    I am waiting patiently for that Just Because cartridge to be 'located' near me somewhere and keeping my fingers crossed for it to go on sale for it's just so hard to afford these for most of us sigh so I'll keep dreaming and hoping I win the state lottery lol.

    Again thx!
    LindaLee

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  62. Kendra-Sue and JamieApril 8, 2010 at 12:11 AM

    Thanks for the video.

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  63. KellyApril 8, 2010 at 7:20 AM

    love the matching envelope! Too cute.

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  64. toothteriApril 8, 2010 at 10:19 AM

    I love Wild Card and am sooooo looking forward to getting this new cart. Thanks for all of your hints .

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  65. NancyApril 8, 2010 at 12:56 PM

    awesome video,,, thanks for showing more options,,,, hard to know what all you can do with the cartridges and it is super to have it shown,,,
    nkmedar56@gmail.com

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  66. ClaudiaApril 9, 2010 at 5:37 AM

    Wow Joy that is helpful. I just ordered Just Because and can't wait to get started. Thank you soooooooooooo much!

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  67. DocscrapperApril 9, 2010 at 7:08 PM

    Awesome video. I must have this cartridge!

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  68. cghundleyApril 9, 2010 at 7:13 PM

    I'm just waiting to get this cartridge. Looks like a lot of cute things on it. Thanks for the videos, you're the best!

    Carla from Utah

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  69. shrtnsassyApril 9, 2010 at 10:21 PM

    Thanks for the tips. Everything is great!

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  70. ProudArmyMomMay 6, 2010 at 9:18 AM

    I love your videos! This is definitely a cartridge I'm going to save up for. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  71. sammisshJuly 22, 2010 at 9:57 AM

    Thank you so much for this video. I have had this cart for a while and was wondering why my cards were matching up in size. I never even thought of the enevlope at the bottom of the row. Did I miss that in the cart somewhere or is that something you figured out. Either way you brought it to my attention. THANKS!

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  72. raising4boysSeptember 25, 2010 at 10:04 PM

    Thank you so much for this tutorial. Your tips helped a lot. Especially that the envelope on the bottom matches the cards above, and to make an envelope before the card to make sure it will fit :) THANKS!!

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  73. AnonymousDecember 6, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Excellent video! You do an amazing job explaining things!

    by Nancy in Bensenville

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