Cricut Maker Tutorial

Introduction to this Tutorial

This brief tutorial will cover both the basics of the Cricut Maker and the policies around using the Cricut Maker at the Idea Lab. We will look at materials and accessories used, the software and hardware involved, as well as booking procedures at the Idea Lab.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this tutorial, you will:

  1. Identify the features and capabilities of a Cricut machine

  2. Understand what materials can be used and where to get them

  3. Know where to get free or paid images and designs

  4. Understand how to access the Cricut Maker and accessories at the Idea Lab

Why is this tutorial important?

Only students, staff and faculty who have completed this Idea Lab Cricut tutorial and attended one of our Cricut workshops can book the Cricut at the Idea Lab.

Will there be a test?

Yes, there is a short quiz at the end of the tutorial. You need to get every question right to use the Cricut Maker in the Idea Lab. But don't worry, if you read carefully through the tutorial and watch the videos, you shouldn't have any problems.