Once you have your mat ready and your settings chosen, load the mat and push the cut button. We want the setting that says “Stencil Vinyl (Cricut)” On the cutting screen in Design Space there is a drop down menu to select the custom material.
On the Cricut machine turn the dial to custom settings. I cut my stencil vinyl at 8 inches tall before I put it on my mat so I didn't have to trim it down after I cut my design.Īpply the stencil vinyl to the cutting mat and go over it with the scraper tool to make sure it is flat and stuck down well. The project should open in Design Space and will be ready to cut. You can access the cut file by clicking here. I designed the stencil in Cricut Design Space using a USA shape and the Four Seasons Home Decor font. If you don’t, the stencil will peel parts of the white paint up with it when it is removed. It is important to let it dry long enough, even overnight if you are able.
If needed, gently sand again and apply a second coat of white paint. Paint the wood with white acrylic paint using a sponge or brush. This makes it easier for the stencil to stick and not have any paint bleed underneath it. Half inch birch plywood 7.75 inches by 11 inchesīegin by sanding your wood so that the surface is smooth. Fourth of July Wooden Sign with Cricut Explore Materials: Today we will be making a DIY painted wood sign using the Cricut Explore and Cricut stencil vinyl. If you have been thinking of getting one but aren’t sure what model to choose, check out this guide. The Cricut Explore is an amazing addition to your crafting and DIY projects.
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