How to Find Cartridges in the Cricut Design Space App on the iPhone and iPad

I was having trouble finding my Close to My Heart cartridges in the Cricut design space app on my iPad and iPhone recently. Then, Cricut did an update (so be sure and update) and I found them. But there is a little trick to it.

First thing to know after you update is that cartridges (of all kinds) are now known as "image sets".

Check out the video below to see how to find all your cartridges (now called image sets) in the Cricut Design Space app on your iPad or iPhone:

Close to My Heart has a few new cartridges that just came out:
Stitched Together:

Aurora:

Everyday Moments:

 

Don't forget these specials also:

Love for Mother Stamp Bundle:

Check out the Stay at Home stamp set to help you document these crazy Quarantine times:

Don't forget the May Stamp of the Month - just $5 with a $50+ purchase:

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* Order Close to My Heart HERE 
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[Video]Cricut Design Space 3 Overview

Have you heard about the new Cricut Design Space 3 program?

It's new!
It's fabulous and much easier!
And after Tuesday, July 11, 2017 - that is all there will be to use!

Don't worry - all your Design Space 2 projects will merge over easily.

Check out this quick overview video I made about Cricut Design Space 3 (for use with the Cricut Explore family of machines):

Click HERE to go to the Cricut Design Space 3 Program!


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Exclusive offer on machines THROUGH July 31:

10% off Cricut Explore Air 2 Machines and bundles using the code "AIR2TEN" (includes FREE shipping)

10% off Cricut Explore Air Machines and bundles using the code "TENOFFAIR" (includes FREE shipping)

Be aware that the "JOY" code will not work on machine bundles - FYI. You can only use the codes above to get a discount.

Here's a quick comparison of the machines (FYI) (prices may differ due to sales, etc.):

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* Order Close to My Heart HERE 
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How much faster is the Cricut Explore Air 2 than the Cricut Explore Air?

How much faster is the Cricut Explore Air 2 than the Cricut Explore Air?

In a nutshell, almost two times faster!  

Check out the video below to see the speed test for yourself! I tested both cutting and writing!

I cut two of the same image at exactly the same time and the Explore Air 2 was significantly quicker - especially if you start multiplying that by a bunch of images on a mat. It can be a real time saver!

I also tested the writing feature in the video above.

So, if you prep a lot of classes or have to cut multiples of things, this will decrease your cutting time by almost HALF!

You can get the Cricut Explore Air 2 HERE (after 10/21)#ad.

Major Features for the Explore Air 2 (#ad):
- Can cut and write up to 2 times faster on settings ranging from vinyl to cardstock + (look for video here to see this comparison from Explore Air to Explore Air 2)
- Fast mode is only available for the Explore Air 2 and must be enabled on each mat as you use them
- Must update iPad and iPhone Design Space apps to access this function
- May need to update the plug in on your desktop and clear your cache
- Can use Desktop, iPhone, iPad apps with the machine
- Android devices are not supported at this time

Four new Colors:

* See the Close to My Heart catalog HERE
* Order Close to My Heart HERE 
* Join My Close to My Heart team HERE 

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[Video]How to Set up the Cricut Explore Air 2, Air, One and Explore

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The new Cricut Explore Air 2 has launched and it is super - much faster than the Cricut Explore Air and former machines!  See below for all the features and things to know.

I have made a video showing how to set up the Explore Air 2 and how to use it with the iPad and iPhone app. 

These instructions apply also to setting up any of the family of Cricut Explore machines.

Check out the video below to see how easy and quick it is to get started using your Explore Air 2 (or any Explore machine)!

Major Features for the Explore Air 2 (#ad):
- Can cut and write up to 2 times faster on settings ranging from vinyl to cardstock + (look for video here to see this comparison from Explore Air to Explore Air 2)
- Fast mode is only available for the Explore Air 2 and must be enabled on each mat as you use them
- Must update iPad and iPhone Design Space apps to access this function
- May need to update the plug in on your desktop and clear your cache
- Can use Desktop, iPhone, iPad apps with the machine
- Android devices are not supported at this time

Four new Colors:

* See the Close to My Heart catalog HERE
* Order Close to My Heart HERE 
* Join My Close to My Heart team HERE 

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[Video]Twist and Pop Up Cricut Design Space Card-Fun Fold

I have been dying to make a twist and pop card ever since I saw one. BUT, I hate measuring, measuring, measuring. So, I thought - let's make a Design Space file and then I only have to measure ONCE! LOL!

Check out how to make this gorgeous twist and pop card in the video below! 

It's super fast and easy when you use my free Cricut Design Space file (see below on how to make this card without the file).

I show two cards in the video and I used the following products to make them:

Close to My Heart Oh Deer Paper Pack:

Close to My Heart Oh Deer Complements:

Close to My Heart City Sidewalks Paper Pack:

Close to My Heart City Sidewalks Complements:

Silver Shimmer Trim

Check out how to make this card below in the video:

Get the FREE Cricut Design Space FILE to make this card HERE!

For everyone who wants the measurements of how to make this card (but remember, the FREE Design Space file which works only with the Cricut Explore family of machines does all this for you!):

Folding Mechanism:

Decorated Inside Piece:

Outside Card Size: Score a 4" x 12" piece at 6" to create a 4" x 6" card

Don't forget - one more day to order this kit below!

One more day to order the pre-cut Monstrous Halloween kit - comes packed with tools and all the materials you need to make 6 cards, as well as an instructional video you can see over and over!

To order, click on the button below:

If you want to add anything else to this order (such as blocks)- do not order above but please email me at joyster110@gmail.com and let me know what else you'd like. If it fits in a flat rate envelope, I can add it and not change the shipping cost. 

This preorder is good through Wednesday, September 8 or earlier if I sell out- after that, the kit will no longer be available. 

Limited quantities are available so don't delay in ordering!

Also, FYI, our new holiday catalog has launched and you can check it out here!

More on all the goodness from the holiday catalog to come soon...

* See the Close to My Heart catalog HERE
* Order Close to My Heart HERE 
* Join My Close to My Heart team HERE 

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Check out the Cricut Mystery Box for June!

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Did you see the new Cricut June Mystery Box? 

It's LIVE now - it's a fabulous ONE and it's selling quickly! Only $34.99 and is valued at $97.89!

I have lots of good Cricut coupon links below:

Get 10% off at Cricut.com and FREE Fed-Ex home delivery with code HOTDEALS

FREE SHIPPING on orders $50+ with code JUNESHIP at cricut.com

Get an extra 10% off on Cuttlebug items and FREE Fed-Ex home delivery with code CUTTLE10


Get your Cricut June Mystery Box HERE!

Here is what I got in my box (keeping in mind yours may be different since it's a "mystery"):

* See the Close to My Heart catalog HERE
* Order Close to My Heart HERE 
* Join My Close to My Heart team HERE 
* See the Vivi Jewelry Catalog HERE 
* Join Vivi Jewelry HERE 

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[Video]Cricut Patriotic Star Card

I saw this patriotic star and knew I had to cut it! In fact, I couldn't believe I hadn't cut it yet, truth be told! I just love it!

The star is from the Cricut Independence Day Freedom cartridge and is cut as shown below. The spiky shaped circle card is from the Cricut Art Philosophy cartridge, which is retiring soon!

Check out the inside of the card below:

Check out the video below to see how to make this card:

Click HERE to get the FREE Cricut Design Space file for the Cricut Explore machine!

Supplies Used:
Close to My Heart Art Philosophy Cartridge - retiring soon!

Close to My Heart Firework Fun Stamp Set:

Don't forget that the Flash Sale is going on now until 3 pm MST Today! Shop the Flash Sale HERE!

Take a quick peek at the stamp of the month for June - just $5 with a $50+ purchase (yes, bundles count towards this too!!):

* See the Close to My Heart catalog HERE
* Order Close to My Heart HERE 
* Join My Close to My Heart team HERE 
* See the Vivi Jewelry Catalog HERE 
* Join Vivi Jewelry HERE 

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Video Preview of iPhone Design Space App Beta!

Check out the video below to see a preview of the Design Space app for the iPhone (beta version) - click HERE if you can't see the video:


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[Video] Cricut Explore Air Setup!

This beautiful Cricut Explore Air machine goes on sale for the first time Tuesday, February 18, 2015 at 12:01 a.m. EST on HSN!

The Explore Air has built in wireless capability!

To see the Explore Air out of the box and setup, check out this video below (click HERE if you can't see the video):




Also, Design Space 2.0 is live tonight! There may be a few bugs over the next day so stay patient - this was a huge upgrade, with faster speeds and enhanced features!  Check out the video below to see more about the new Design Space 2.0. Remember that Design Space 2.0 works with all Explore machines only.  

Click HERE if you can't see the video.





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Cricut Explore Design Space 2.0, Explore Air, iPad App and COUPONS!

Grab some coffee and sit back because there is lots to talk about today before we get to the coupons!

Exciting news: Cricut is revamping the Design Space software for the Cricut Explore machine and it's got some wonderful new features. 

I am one of their product experts and have been able to beta test it for them over the past few months. And I have to say that I love it!

So, to give you guys an idea of what's new in the software, I made a quick overview video about the new Design Space 2.0!  Remember that this will be available after Monday, February 16, 2015 for everyone.

For those of you concerned about firmware, Cricut has said the following: 

All the Air machines will be updated in the factory, so there will be no need to update the firmware for those machines for now.
The new Design Space will require all green Explore machines to have version 1.091. This is the optional firmware update that is currently available to our customers. All existing users are currently on either 1.074 or 1.091. All we’re going to do is change the firmware update to 1.091 from optional to mandatory."
So in other words, check your firmware number and if you are up to date, there is nothing you will need to do except when the new Design space comes you will be asked to do a plug in.


If that was confusing, don't worry. When you go to use the Explore after the update on Monday, it will prompt you through the steps to get your machine going with the Design Space 2.0.

Check out the video below to see the new software (click HERE if you can't see the video):

 
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FYI: Starting on Monday, February 16, 2015, Cricut will be upgrading the online Design Space software. 

Cricut Craftroom, Design Space and the Cricut site will be down from 6 am MST-midnight MST. 

This means that you will not be able to design or cut projects using Design Space or Cricut Craftroom on Monday, February 16. However, after this upgrade, you will be able to use the new software as shown in the video and your projects will be transferred over.

Be sure and subscribe to my youtube channel by clicking HERE to stay up to date with all my tutorials, including ones on the Explore Air and the new iPad app!

Next Wednesday, February 18, starting at 12:01 a.m. EST on HSN, Cricut will be launching the new Cricut Explore Air machine that will be bundled with 3 new Anna Griffin content cartridges -

1) Anna's Garden Cards and Embellishments
2) Anna's Flourish Cards and Embellishments
3) Anna's Decorative Monograms and
4) 50 Make It Now Projects

No word yet on the price point but I would surprised if they didn't have flex pay and some special deal going...

What are the differences between the Cricut Explore Air and the earlier Cricut Explore?

The Cricut Explore Air comes with built in wireless and a new sporty blue color, as well as the Anna Griffin content (when purchased on HSN).

What if you just bought the other Explore (green or purple)?  

You can purchase the wireless adaptor to make it work wirelessly. You will want this if you plan to use it with the new iPad app (I will get to that in a moment...keep reading...).

If you want to get the Anna Griffin content and you already own the Explore and do not want to purchase the Explore Air, HSN will have a digital bundle that includes the wireless adaptor to use with the current machine. 

Here's a link to check that out below- notice that the autoship comes with the 3 cartridges mentioned above (Garden, Flourish and Monograms) PLUS two other cartridges. 

In June, you will receive the Anna Griffin - Everyday and in August  you will receive Anna Griffin - Holiday.  

SEE HSN Anna Griffin wireless adaptor with autoship digital content HERE.

What if you just want the Anna Griffin cartridges and no new machine and/or wireless adaptor? 

The digital content will be available to buy in Design Space 2.0 sometime in April and as a 3 cartridge bundle on HSN in May (for those using all the other machines - Expression, E2, Baby Bug, Mini).  I am not sure when the other two cartridges you get in the HSN digital autoship deal (Everyday and Holiday) will be available.

Now, let's talk about the new iPad app that is coming out sometime soon (no fixed date yet but hopefully this coming week). 

I have been beta testing it and it is really awesome.  The current iPad app lets you cut the "make it now" projects. 

The new iPad version not only lets you cut the "make it now projects" but also allows you to design your own projects and cut (as long as you have a wireless adaptor or the Explore Air). 

It will work on all versions of the iPad except the first generation iPad. 

As a beta tester and Product Expert, I have been trying it out. I am using it on the iPad mini and even with the smaller iPad size, it's fantastic.  Best part is being able to design quickly and easily and the iPad takes up no space on the desk when it comes time to start cutting. I love how big the images are on it also!

It has a similar look to it as the Design Space 2.0.

I will have video out on how to use it next week.

There is not a version for Android at this time.

I will announce the winner of the Cricut Printable Vinyl and announce my new giveaway tomorrow.

Coupons:

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