Using the Cricut Pen to write on cardstock is a great way to create beautiful and unique cards, invitations and scrapbook layouts. The Cricut Pen is designed to work with a variety of cardstock types and can be used to write words, draw designs, or even add small embellishments such as buttons or sequins.
Before you begin, make sure you have the right type of pen for your project. The Cricut has a large selection of pens that come in different sizes and colors, so you can choose the one that best suits your needs. Once you have chosen the pen, it is important to prepare your cardstock before using it with the pen.
The first step is to determine which side of the cardstock should be facing up when using the pen. Generally speaking, smoother surfaces are better for writing on than textured surfaces; therefore it is best to use the more textured side facing down when using the Cricut Pen.
Next, if your cardstock has any raised elements such as embossed patterns or ribbons glued onto it, these should be removed prior to writing on it with the pen. This will ensure that only ink touches the paper and provide a smoother surface for writing.
Using the Pen
Load Your Pen
Once your cardstock is ready to go, load your pen into the Cricut machine by opening up the slot where you would normally insert cutting blades. Inserting your pen into this slot will ensure that it is firmly secured in place while writing.
Select Design
To select a design for your project, open up Cricut Design Space on your computer or app on your mobile device and choose from either pre-made designs or create one of your own from scratch using shapes and fonts available in Design Space. Once you have selected a design, click “Make It” and follow instructions on screen.
Write Your Card
With the design selected and loaded into Design Space, follow instructions given by Design Space on how to load cardstock into machine and how to position it relative to where you want written words/designs/embellishments placed on paper. Once everything is set up correctly in Design Space press “Go” button and watch as machine begins writing/drawing whatever was selected in Design Space.
Once writing/drawing process has completed remove card from machine carefully so as not to smudge any ink onto other parts of paper.
And voila! You have now created beautiful cards with unique designs all thanks to Cricut Pen!
Conclusion
Using a Cricut Pen on cardstock is an easy way to create custom cards for any occasion. By following these simple steps you can add words, designs or embellishments with ease while achieving professional results!
So why wait? Get out there and start making some amazing cards today!