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Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 10/23/2009 6:56:14 AM   
AlmaBrooks

 

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Hi there! I'm pretty new to scrapbooking with a Cricut but I'M HOOKED. I dont think I have ever found a hobby i've truly loved like I have this. Is it crazy that sometimes I dream about cartridges to add to my collection?? hehe ;)

Anyways, I have a quick question. I've been trying to cut out Mickey's shorts with the Mickey and Friends cartridge and I must be doing something wrong because the blade keeps ripping my paper before it even finishes the cut. Is it the pressure, speed or blade depth that might be causing this? Any help would be great!
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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 10/23/2009 8:29:22 AM   
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could be several different things.  sometimes if my mat is not clean, the paper will rip.  sometimes there can be a little scrap up in the blade that needs to be removed.  maybe the blade is getting dull.

maybe someone who knows more about it will have better suggestions!  :)

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 10/23/2009 8:31:29 AM   
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What type of paper are you using?  Different paper thickness will require you to change the pressure and speed.  What do you have those set on?

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 10/23/2009 11:36:00 AM   
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^^Im using textured cardstock and have the pressure and speed at max.

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 10/23/2009 11:38:30 AM   
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I always have the speed set at the slowest with Disney characters. 

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 10/23/2009 11:41:23 AM   
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Also is the blade dull I set pressure at 3 when new and blade set at 2 or 3.

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 10/23/2009 11:44:49 AM   
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I want to know doodledo does though. I hope I didn't steal the show. Sorry I get carried away.

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 10/24/2009 12:02:20 AM   
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Like you Amy, I dont put my speed to max

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 11/3/2009 9:09:03 PM   
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You can download a Cricut Cutting Guide to help you out a little with your paper ripping issues.  It helps give you a good idea on what settings to use for the material you are working with
visit
http://www.AboveRubiesStudio.com it's free and it saves you time and money!

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 11/6/2009 6:53:51 AM   
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Wow, thanks so much for that guide! That's going to be so helpful. I too have problems with some of mine ripping, especially when I use paper instead of cardstock. This will be a lifesaver :)

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 11/7/2009 6:38:06 PM   
AlmaBrooks

 

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I tried the guide and it was AWESOME!! thanks a bunch!!

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RE: Question..Paper keeps getting ripped. - 11/9/2009 7:15:43 AM   
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I just had that happen to me last night. I just cleaned the blade and slowed down the cutting, problem solved!

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