Cricut Love

A couple of years ago I purchased one of these:

Yes, I am a late bloomer...but being as my husband was unemployed, and about to become a full time college student...it was a big deal to even have this!

But this week I found a used 12" Expression for sale...and purchased it.  YIPPEE!!

 

 

This week was also my Birthday, so my dear family gave me a new cartridge.  Ribbons & Rosettes. 

 

I loved the idea of this cartridge!  (& still do) -

However, is it just me?  I have trouble with these little guys!  I can't seem to make them nice looking.  I feel like I am all thumbs.  Please feel free to give me any tips you might have. 

I Googled videos...and they make it seem so easy...or don't show the actual assembly.

 

I do love the many...many...borders I can create as well with this cartridge. 

 

I did however play with other cartridges...for my Son's upcoming birthday.

 

Cupcake Wrappers:

 

 

And a banner

using Bags, Tags & Boxes (using a tag for the banner)

& George & Basic Shapes for the font:

 

And a little purse from Bags, Tags, & Boxes - with my sad attempt at a rosette - it doesn't look bad, but it also took me over an hour to make!