If cutting a simple image resolves the issue try cutting the more intricate image using the custom setting for cardstock intricate cuts.
Cricut keeps cutting on mat.
Secure the edges of your cricut mat using masking or painter s tape.
First it didn t finish the cut but gave me a cut completed message.
Cricut cutting mats come with a plastic protective cover over them.
Then it spit out the mat and tried to cut itself.
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Then it cut half of the leaf at the top and half into the top of my mat.
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I unplugged it tried again and it worked.
I know this is a no brainer but don t try to cut glitter foil and regular htv on the same mat because they all have different cut settings.
First off if you d like to cut multiple colors on one mat it s essential that you re only using different colors of the same material.
How to lock the position on the mat to change the position of your design on the cutting mat all you need to do is select your design and manually drag it to change its position.
This will remove cardstock and vinyl residue as well as household dust and lint.
Rotating the end that you put in first and cut on all the time is another great way to make your cutting mat last.
If you are cutting an image which is very intricate or small try cutting a simpler or larger.
Verify that you are using the correct mat size for your machine.
Is your blade clean.
The same thing happened to me last night.
If not click here to find out how i clean mine.
Cleaning your cricut cutting mat.
First things the check for as to why the cricut will not cut correctly.
Keep the mat covers.
Apply plain rubbing alcohol or goo gone on the surface then go over it with a scrapper.
Wherever you drag the design on the mat the position will be locked in and your cricut will cut it out in that exact position on your mat.
Is your mat clean.
Cut multiple colors on one cricut mat.
Also be sure you are using the correct blade for the material you are using.
If the mat is lined up with the guides when loading but still loads crookedly proceed to step 4.
Cutting mats are a lot like belly buttons in that way.
Step 1 remove any remaining stickiness to ensure the adhesive spray will evenly coat the mat.
If it is dull change the blade.
If using a cricut explore air 2 or cricut maker in fast mode turn fast mode off and attempt your cut again.
Ensure the mat is lined up with the guides on the machine and the edge of the mat is under the roller bar when you get ready to load it.
The water wipes without fragrance and non alcoholic are best.
If the answer is yes then is it dull.
It s important to not make the edges sticky so they won t ruin the cutting machine.
You are able to clean cricut cutting mats with baby wipes.
I was cutting a 4 small leaf patterns at the top of the mat.