Making a bag tag on your Cricut machine is a great way to customize your luggage, backpacks, and other bags. With the right supplies and knowledge of how to use the Cricut software, you can create customized designs to add a special touch to any bag. Here’s what you need to know about making bag tags with your Cricut machine.
Gather Your Supplies
Before you start making a bag tag with your Cricut, you’ll need to have the proper supplies. You will need cardstock or adhesive vinyl in the color of your choice, transfer tape or transfer paper, hook-and-loop tape for attaching the tag to the bag, and of course your Cricut machine and its accessories. Additionally, if you plan on using adhesive vinyl for your bag tag you may want to invest in an Application Tool Kit for precise application.
Designing Your Tag
Once you have all of your supplies ready, it’s time to start designing your bag tag. You will first need to load the cardstock or vinyl into the Cricut machine according to manufacturer instructions.
Once loaded, open up the Design Space software on your computer and begin creating a design for your tag. This can include text, images or both depending on what look you’re going for. You can also choose from pre-made designs provided by Cricut if desired.
Cutting Your Tag
Once you have designed your tag in Design Space it’s time to cut it out on the Cricut machine. Select “Make It” from within Design Space and follow all instructions given by the software so that it knows how to properly cut out your design onto the material of choice. Once finished cutting out all parts of your design you can remove them from the mat.
Assembling Your Tag
The last step is assembling all pieces together into one cohesive bag tag. If using cardstock paper this part is relatively easy as all pieces should fit together as designed in Design Space when cut out properly. If using adhesive vinyl it may be helpful to use transfer paper or transfer tape when sticking smaller pieces together before applying onto final backing material (cardstock).
Once everything is put together attach hook-and-loop tape onto both sides so that it can be attached securely onto a bag.
Conclusion:
Making a personalized bag tag with a Cricut machine is an easy task once you’ve gathered all necessary supplies and understand how to use Design Space software properly. By following these steps outlined above you can create beautiful tags that will give any bag some extra flair!