Mylar is a lightweight, reflective material that is often used in crafting projects due to its shiny, eye-catching appearance. It is a popular choice for decorations, invitations, and other arts and crafts applications.
With the rise of electronic die-cutting machines, such as the Cricut, many crafters now wonder if they can use their Cricut to cut Mylar. The answer is yes – with the right settings and supplies.
In order to cut Mylar with your Cricut machine, you will need the right tools. You should use a Cricut Maker or Cricut Explore Air 2, as these machines have the power and capabilities needed for cutting Mylar.
You will also need an appropriate blade that is designed to cut Mylar – usually either a Premium Fine Point Blade, Deep Cut Blade, or Engraving Tip. Additionally, you will need appropriate adhesive vinyl transfer sheets (such as Oracal 651).
To set up your machine for cutting Mylar, you will first need to select your material type in Design Space. Choose “Vinyl” from the list of materials and then make sure that you have selected the correct blade type (Fine Point Blade/Deep Cut/Engraving Tip) in the drop-down menu. Then adjust your blade depth setting – for Fine Point or Deep Cut blades this should be set to 10; for Engraving Tip blades it should be set at 3.
Once your machine is properly set up, you can start cutting your Mylar! Make sure that you are using an even pressure when pressing down on the material while it is being cut – too much pressure can cause your blade to become dull more quickly or result in uneven cuts. If possible, try to use two mats when cutting longer length pieces of Mylar; this will help prevent any stretching or skewing during the cutting process.
Conclusion:
Yes, it is possible to cut Mylar with a Cricut machine. However, it requires specific tools and settings in order to do so correctly. With the right supplies and setup adjustments, however, you can easily create beautiful projects with your Cricut using Mylar!