How to Slice in Cricut Design Space

Are you looking to add a creative edge to your Cricut crafts? The Slice tool in Cricut Design Space can help you do just that! With the Slice tool, you can easily and quickly separate overlapping images into different layers. This then turns your design into an easy-to-use cut file where HTV can be pressed on a single layer.

Did you know that creating crafts is a great way to express yourself and it can be beneficial to the mind, body, and soul? Not only can it be a fun and creative outlet, but it's also a fantastic business opportunity, whether starting out small or adding to your growing brand. Crafting communities are growing day by day and are a great way to meet new people as well as check out trending craft ideas.

Why not join our Design Bundles Customer Community Group and meet like-minded crafters, find out about the latest amazing deals, freebies and more? We can't wait to see what you create with your purchased designs!

The Slice tool is a very useful option when creating Heat Transfer Vinyl and permanent vinyl designs. It can also be used to create stencils for various projects such as painting on wood, glass etching or personalizing your doormat.

Looking for some wedding inspiration for your very special day? We are totally in love with this wedding day SVG bundle and think it just perfect for today's tutorial.

Step 1 - Upload and Prepare the Design

After you have downloaded and unzipped your purchased design, we need to upload the SVG to Cricut Design Space. Once you have done that, add the design to your canvas.

For this tutorial, we want to create a vinyl stencil from this design to be used for glass etching. It’s a lovely way to personalize gifts for family and guests at your wedding. We will need to prepare the design first by using the Shapes tool found on the left-side toolbar.

Choose a shape that you want to you in the design. We chose the square to create a boundary for the vinyl glass etching stencil. Next, edit the size by clicking + dragging a corner handle inwards or outwards. You can also be more precise and input a size in the Sizing option on the top toolbar.

Reposition the square shape over the SVG design. Use the Arrange option at the top toolbar to place the shape behind the design.

Change the color of the shape to better see the design using the Color Swatch on the top toolbar. The color does not matter, we just want to make the SVG more visible so it can be placed more accurately.

Step 2 - Use the Slice Tool in Cricut Design Space

Click + drag a selection box around both of the designs or select the layers under the Layers Panel. On the bottom right-hand side, click on the Slice tool. If you are having problems using the Slice tool, make sure that only two designs are selected. The tool will not work with more than two selections at any given time.

After using the Slice tool, it may appear as if nothing happened. In order to see the sections that were cut, you will need to remove or delete them first. In the image below, we move all of the cut sections aside.

As you can see, the Slice tool has cut out the SVG design from the gray square shape. This is perfect for use as a vinyl stencil and glass etching. The border of the box will help protect the glass from the etching cream. When using etching cream, it is recommended to cover as much of the glass as possible with additional tape.

The cut out vinyl stencil can be used for painting projects or applying torch paste for wood burning. Having the option to slice a design allows you the freedom to create exactly what you want.

As quick as that you have learned how to slice in Cricut Design Space. We also have a tutorial on how to slice using the Cricut Design Space mobile app. The layout is slightly different but the result is still the same.

Take your designs a step further and learn how to split designs with the Slice tool. With a few clicks, you'll be able to customize gifts and décor for your wedding crafts with your Cricut Maker, Cricut Explore and even your Cricut Joy. So take a few minutes, grab your Cricut cutting machine, and get crafting!

Don't forget to check out the FREE Design Resource section or boost your font library with our amazing FREE Fonts.