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Cricut sh!t I actually use (literally just the basics)
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items no fancy setup. no spending $500 on gadgets that will sit and collect dust. this is the basic stuff i grab every time i cut or remove vinyl.the tools and mats all reach the end of their lives eventually. save yourself some dollars and get the budget ...
any cricut model cuts vinyl, don't overthink which one to purchase.
Cricut Maker® 5 Essential Bundle + Digital Content
2 weeding pens is a good deal, but to add 2 felt tip squeegees? this set is absolutely necessary.
Essential Weeding Tools for Vinyl
this is what all of my decals are cut from. if it peels off in a week, it's not 651's fault, it was the installer ..
Oracal 651 Permanent Vinyl
for test cuts, and anything going on a wall, esp if you rent. it's cheap ish, forgiving, and peels off super clean.
Oracal 631 Removable Vinyl
this is the thing that moves the decal from it's paper backing to whatever surface you are placing it on. if it's too sticky, it's a nightmare. if it's not sticky enough, nothing transfer. this is my absolute favorite transfer tape for any project, b...
Frisco Craft Premium Tack Transfer Tape
buy the off-brand multipack. all mats die eventually. when it stops sticking, it's done. let it go.
12"x12" Cutting Mats
for smoothing decals down without bubbles or scratches. a credit card works in a pinch, but you run the risk of scratching the vinyl.
Plastic Felt Edge 4" Squeegee
for when you're removing a decal, use one of these to scrape it off. these are plastic, so they won't scratch your window.
Plastic Putty Knife
always keep this on hand for that hard to remove adhesive that can be left on the glass after removing a decal.
Goo Gone Adhesive Remover Spray Gel
there is absolutely no reason to purchase cricut brand replacement blades. these work just as well, and you get 20 of them for around the same prices as one cricut replacement blade. win/win.
20 Pcs Replacement Blades
buy a sampler pack before you buy a bunch of rolls of vinyl! in this sampler pack, you get permanent and removable vinyl. i love removable vinyl because it allows me to test designs. you can also use it to make awesome wall decor. the possibilities a...
ORACAL Assorted 631 and 651
i'm not a huge fan of these, but i know some folks basically swear by them. to each their own.
Suction Vinyl Weeding Scrap Collector
if you're working with minimal space (like myself) these are game changers!
3 Pack Acrylic Vinyl Roll Holders
these are a must have! every surface you intend to put a decal on needs to be cleaned first, and then wiped down with one of these. then wait 30 ish seconds, then you are safe to stick the decal.
CURAD Alcohol Prep Pads | 400 Count
if you ever have trouble placing decals before you stick them, use the hinge method! lay your decal where you want it. take a piece of painters tape and run it across the middle, vertically or horizontally, lift one side of the decal, backing paper a...
ScotchBlue Original Multi-Surface Painters Tape
i love the way this silver looks!
Oracal Silver Metallic Permanent Vinyl
this gold metallic always stands out!
Oracal Gold Metallic Permanent Vinyl
have you ever seen anything done in a chameleon vinyl that looked bad? i didn't think so.
ORACAL Gloss Chameleon Sparkle Metallic Vinyl