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Find solutions for paper craf cutting and software issues with Silhouette, Cricut, Brother ScanNCut and others. Find craft ideas for hand craft gifts, cricut projects, 3d svg files, and pop up card svg setups.

How do I upload SVG files in Cricut Design Space?

Answer:

1 In Cricut Design Space, open a new project first.

2 Click the green “New Project” button.

3 Select the “Upload” option.

4 Click the “Upload Image” button.

5 Click the “Browse” button, select the file and click “Open” or drag and drop a file onto the page.

6 A picture of the file is shown under “Prepare to Upload”. Click the “Upload” button.

7 Click the file picture you want and click “Add to Canvas”.

8 This will load the template into your new project in Design Space.

You can now follow my template instructions to complete the project.

How can I use a Cricut score tool with your designs?

Answer:

If you have a Cricut machine with a scoring tool, you will need to do a little prep work before the designs will score correctly.

1 In Cricut Design Space locate all the grouped objects with score lines.

2 Select each score line and change their "operation" to SCORE in the options at the top of the project space.

3 Now attach each set of score lines to their respective cutting piece.

4 Check if all score lines are attached correctly by going to "Make". If there is a red mat with only lines on it, this means there are score lines that still need to be attached to their pieces.

Why do I get a red mat with only lines on it when I MAKE your design in Cricut Design Space?

Answer:

This red mat just means that you need to do a little prep work before the designs will score correctly by your Cricut.

1 In Cricut Design Space locate all the grouped objects with score lines.

2 Select each score line and change their "operation" to SCORE in the options at the top of the project space.

3 Now attach each set of score lines to their respective cutting piece.

4 Check if all score lines are attached correctly by going to "Make". If there is a red mat with only lines on it, this means there are score lines that still need to be attached to their pieces.

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I use a Brother Scan N Cut and get an error when importing SVG files into Canvas Workspace

Answer:

Some Scan N Cut users have received the error message "ERRS09" in Canvas Workspace when importing some SVG files. I am working on resolving this issue. The only workaround I know of is to open the SVG file in another application, such as the free vector design program, Inkscape. Then print out each piece of the design and scan them into your Scan N Cut.

If you need more help, I highly recommend Create With Sue. This website is a wonderful resource on Canvas Workspace and Scan N Cut, especially her blob post.

The Ultimate 3D Paper Crafting Glossary: Your Friendly Guide to Cricut Silhouette Terms

Hello there, creative friend! 💖

If you’ve ever looked at a gorgeous, intricate 3D paper project and thought, "That looks absolutely magical, but what on earth do all these terms mean?"—please know you are not alone! When I first bought my electronic cutting machine, I felt completely overwhelmed by letters like "SVG," words like "basis weight," and software buttons I didn't understand. I made every "rookie" mistake in the book so you don’t have to!

My mission at Bella Carta Design is to make 3D paper crafting joyful, accessible, and completely frustration-free. Think of this glossary as your cozy, trusted crafting companion. Grab a warm cup of tea, and let's demystify these terms together so you can start creating cute crafts with paper and heartfelt hand craft gifts today!

How To Avoid the RED MAT in Cricut

Step by step instructions on setting score lines

If you’ve ever uploaded an SVG file and hit "Make It" in Cricut Design Space only to see that dreaded red mat with all the scattered lines, you aren’t alone! It’s one of the most common hiccups when working with SVG files in Cricut Design Space.

Usually, this happens because the software thinks your score lines are meant to be cut lines, or it doesn't realize those lines are supposed to stay stuck to your project. Don't sweat it—here is a quick, friendly guide to getting those files fixed and your project back on track.

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Paper Crafting Resources

Hi There!

I LOVE paper crafting! Over the years I've found a few tips and tricks to enjoy it even more.

Below are Tutorials, FAQs, Blog articles and other resources that I hope will help you get the most out of paper crafting, whether you are a newbie or an "old hand" at working with paper.

Laura

FAQs:

How do I upload SVG files in Cricut Design Space?

How can I use a Cricut score tool with your designs?

Why do I get a red mat with only lines on it when I MAKE your design in Cricut Design Space?

I use a Brother Scan N Cut and get an error when importing SVG files into Canvas Workspace

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