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How to Design a Cricut Joy Card from Beginning to End

After spending some significant time with the Cricut Joy, I've found some easy ways to make a Cricut Joy Cards that look as nice as the pre-made designs. This video goes over how to design this card from beginning to end using the Design Space software included with your Cricut.


Some tips to remember:
1. Search for Cuts in Cricut Access.
2. Remember to attach your images.
3. Color Sync your cuts.
4. Remember to change your Card Mat to 5.5" by 4.25"

Related Blog Posts:
Cricut Joy Review
5 Essential Items for Card Makers
Making a Layered Card on Design Space
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