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Your Ultimate Cricut Beginner Guide: Explore DIY Alex’s Crafting Resources

Welcome to my Crafty Fam (the affectionate nickname of the DIY Alex crafting community)! Whether you’ve just unboxed your first Cricut machine or if you’re looking to step up your Cricut game, you’ve come to the perfect place. At DIY Alex, my mission is to make Cricut crafting simple, exciting, and easy to learn. With the right resources, tools, and a kind and welcoming Crafty Fam community, you’ll be creating stunning projects in no time. Let’s dive into the incredible resources that I offer through DIY Alex to help you kickstart your Cricut journey.


Free Mini Course for Total Cricut Beginners

Getting started with a Cricut can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with what can feel like a new language if you’re brand new to crafting. That’s why I created a free mini course designed specifically for total Cricut beginners called the 5-Step Cricut Quickstart. In this course, I’ll use 5 easy steps to teach you the basics of Cricut Design Space (including the lingo), how to unbox your machine, and how to walk through your first Cricut project. You can watch all 5 lessons at once, or I’ll e-mail you once a day for 5 days to take the next step to get started with your Cricut machine.

The best part? The Cricut Quickstart is completely free and serves as an overwhelm-free introduction to the crafting possibilities your Cricut offers. Here’s the sign up page from my website, diyalex.com.

Join the DIY Alex E-Mail List

Social media can be unpredictable when it comes to delivering updates to everyone who wants to see them. That’s why joining my e-mail list is the best way to stay connected! By signing up, you’ll receive:

  • Updates about upcoming tutorials, workshops, and virtual events
  • Monthly newsletter updates called the Crafty Compass
  • Other exciting things you won’t want to miss, like limited time sales

Sign up today by entering your name and email into the form here to ensure you never miss a thing!

Your Crafting Go-to Resources Page

The DIY Alex Resources Page is a chock-full of information, tools, and savings for Cricut enthusiasts. Here’s what you’ll find:

  • Exclusive Coupon Codes: Save on supplies, software, and more with coupon codes exclusive to the DIY Alex Crafty Fam. You can even screenshot my cheat sheet to keep your codes handy!
  • My Recommended Supplies: From vinyl and transfer tape to crafting mats and cutting tools, I’ve compiled a list of my absolute favorite supplies to make shopping for craft supplies a breeze. These are products I use myself, so you can trust my recommendations.
  • DIY Alex Amazon Storefront: Shopping for crafting supplies has never been easier. Visit my Amazon storefront for a handpicked lists of Cricut tools, materials, and my favorite blanks.
  • Craft Resources Vault: Unlock a world of crafting freebies by joining my Craft Resources Vault. It’s completely free—all you need to do is enter your email address on the form on the resources page. Inside, you’ll find numerous freebies, checklists, and downloads that are perfect for Cricut crafters of all levels.

Head to my Resources Page for all the things!

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Join the DIY Alex Facebook Group

Crafting is always more fun with friends, and the DIY Alex Facebook Group is where our vibrant community of Cricut crafters connects. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, advice, or just want to share your latest project, this group is the perfect place to ask questions and celebrate your wins.

I’m really active in the group, so if you post, you’ll likely get a response from me! It’s no fun to craft alone, so join the DIY Alex Crafty Fam community and meet other crafters just like you.

DIY Alex YouTube Channel: Tutorials and Inspiration

For visual learners, the DIY Alex YouTube channel is packed with step-by-step video tutorials, project ideas, live videos with me, and troubleshooting tips. I even have a few videos where I troubleshoot my own crafty issues in real time. From learning how to navigate Cricut Design Space to mastering advanced crafts like Cricut Maker tools, there’s something for every level of crafter, especially beginners!

If you’re a Cricut beginner, start by checking out the playlist tab on the DIY Alex Youtube channel. I organize many of my videos into playlists, and it’s a much easier way to browse tutorials when you’re new to Cricut crafting. Begin with my Cricut for Beginners series, or to dive directly into a certain type of Cricut craft. I have a playlists for vinyl crafts, HTV crafts, and so many more!

New videos are uploaded regularly, so be sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay up-to-date with the latest videos. My goal is to inspire and educate you so you have everything you need to craft your dreams to life!

DIY Alex Blog: Tutorials for Readers

If you prefer to learn through reading, the DIY Alex Blog is a fantastic resource. While it’s not my most active platform right now, I’m planning to continue adding new tutorials and guides to help Cricut crafters at every level. From step-by-step instructions for popular projects to tips for using your Cricut machine more effectively, the blog is a growing library of information to support your crafting journey.

Visit the DIY Alex Blog and check back often for fresh tutorials and ideas. I also send out emails when I post new blog posts, so subscribe here to get updates to your email inbox.

Workshops: Learn Without Overwhelm

Sometimes, you need more than just a video or a quick tutorial. That’s where my DIY Alex workshops come in. Each workshop focuses on one specific crafting topic, which provides a 45-60 minute masterclass that give you the depth of knowledge you need—but without overwhelming you.

Each DIY Alex Workshop includes:

  • Pre-recorded Instructional Class (typically 45-60 minutes)
  • Downloadable Class Notes
  • Access to a LIVE Zoom with Alex for Class Q+A*
  • Q+A Recording Notes
  • Lifetime Replay Access

*Ticket to Live Event only available to those who join class prior to Q+A date; recording notes provided for those who cannot attend live.

Stay tuned for updates on upcoming workshops, or check out the website to see what’s currently available.

Cricut Chemistry: Your Roadmap to Mastering Cricut

If you’re ready to take your Cricut skills to the next level, my comprehensive course, Cricut Chemistry, is exactly what you need. This course is designed to:

  • Provide a clear, step-by-step roadmap to learning Cricut quickly
  • Include concise action-packed lessons that build your skills progressively
  • Learn how to kick perfectionism to the curb in crafting (and in life)
  • Take you from a total beginner to an intermediate crafter by the time you’re finished

Cricut Chemistry is more than just a course—it’s a complete system to help you achieve your Cricut goals. By the time you print your completion certificate, you’ll feel confident tackling a wide range of projects, from custom t-shirts to paper crafts.

Find out more and enroll in Cricut Chemistry today on DIYAlex.com.


Start Your Cricut Journey with DIY Alex

At DIY Alex, I’m passionate about helping crafters like you craft your dreams to life. Whether you’re just starting or looking to improve your skills, my courses, resources, and community are here to support you every step of the way. You’ve got this!

Ready to dive in? Explore the free mini course, join the Facebook group, or start browsing the Resources Page to find everything I have to offer. And if you’re serious about mastering Cricut crafting, don’t miss out on Cricut Chemistry—your ultimate textbook to success.

I can’t wait to see what you create next!

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Since 2016 I've been having a blast, totally obsessed with DIY-ing on my Cricut machine; but I also know just how insanely confusing it can be to navigate this big crafty world. So whether you're just starting or you've been crafting for years, I'm here to inspire your creativity so you're never afraid to jump into the next project!

hey, crafty fam!