New Cricut Expression machine, not feeling the love...

[desamnik]

I just got it today and have been reading and practicing with it.

The thing that has taken me by surprise is how difficult it is to get your cut outs off of the mat. I guess I had a vision in my head that did not include tediously scraping the cuts from the mat....

Am I doing something wrong?

THX

 

[logan&tylersmama]

your mat is brand new and too sticky - it will get better - i promiss

 

[disney-akj]

Cricut also makes tiny spatulas to help remove items off an extra sticky mat. Like mentioned above, the mats get less sticky with use : )

 

[Forever a Princess]

The first time that I use a brand new mat I use some spare paper to cut with for the first couple of times. That way I don't damage the more expensive paper that the project will be cut from. Like others have said the stickyness of the mat gets better with subsequent cuts. Good Luck!!

 

[jacksmomma]

Get the spatula, it really helps!!! Also, the new mats are super sticky, after you use it once or twice it will be perfect.

 

[eddy-4]

You need to prime the mat. You can prime it by pressing your clean hands over the mat--the oils in your skin will temper the stickiness. Or, you can use a clean white t-shirt.

 

[TinaLala]

I second or third or something about the spatula and give time and the paper will come off.