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My Intro to Cricut Maker – An Honest Review

By on February 27, 2020 in Cricut Projects, Home Decor 0

I would like to share my honest review of the Cricut Maker. This was my intro to Cricut Maker. First a few disclaimers.

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I have finally entered into the wonderful world of using a Cricut Maker. I have been intrigued by Cricut products for a very long time. Using the Cricut Maker really is like magic. I can see that this will open up a whole new world of creating possibilities. Let me share my own experience with you.

I was fortunate enough to have my friends @OfficialCricut provide me with the latest Cricut Maker in a beautiful champagne shade along with enough supplies to create several items. I must admit that I was intimidated by the thought of using such a powerful tool as the Cricut Maker. Even unboxing it seemed daunting.

Anytime we look at the possibility of a learning curve I hesistate, especially if it involves a new technology. I didn’t need to be intimidated as it turns out that there are tons of user-friendly, how-to videos provided on The Official Cricut Facebook Group page. Everything from how to unbox your Cricut Maker to how to set-up up and pair with your computer. (Or other device). Following the instructions I was up and running in no time at all.

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Fun, Easy and Pretty Votives/Candle holders (Home Decor)

By on January 7, 2015 in Uncategorized 0

Home Decor – Fun, Easy and Pretty Votice Candle holders are fun and easy to make.

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Candle Votice Holders

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Home Decor – Candle Holders

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I love candle holders.  I have to admit I just love the look of a soft flickering light.  If I can do anything to make that even nicer I want to do it.  I was inspired by some votive holders that I have seen both online and at Pier 1 Imports.  Remember when Pier 1 Imports was actually affordable, or is that me?   I like having pretty things around me so I decided to make my own.  It’s super fast and easy.  You will need  a glass (candle holder) be sure it is rated to use with candles.  Regular kitchen glasses may become too hot and break.   You will need some glass colored beads (I got the ones that are the flat one one side) in the color of your choice.  I purchased mine at Michael’s in the floral section of the store.  They have tons of colors available and they are also sold at Hobby Lobby.   I used E6000 glue.  Be careful this stuff has a very strong smell.  You will want to be sure to use it in a well ventilated area.    After washing and drying your glass you are ready to begin.  I just add a drop of glue under every bead.  I line up my rows of beads.  I let them dry overnight.  If you want to add all the beads at once you can use transparent tape (scotch tape) to tape down the glass beads in place while they dry.   Valentine’s Day is just around the corner so perhaps you could use red glass heads to use this little candle holder for your dinner table.  Romantic, isn’t it?  Oh, gosh I’m so mushy.   I hope you make a few of these.

That’s it, I told you it was Fun, Easy and Pretty.  You are ready to enjoy the soft light of a flickering candle.

 

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Here is the video link if you are more of a visual learner:   Video Tutorial 

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