I believe you said what needed to be said. Also please read all the comments before asking the same thing that was already answered. Nobody should have to answer the same question over and over again. Thank you Delonda I appreciate all you do and the time and effort you put into these videos. Most all of the wonderful attitude you have.

From a recently retired educator to another former teacher, this is exactly what we work on with students. It is so easy to ask for an answer, but learning how to FIND the answer for oneself is far more beneficial. Oh, as a lifelong crafter, I always have projects I don’t finish, but I generally go back to them later! I thoroughly enjoy your videos which demonstrate your fantastic teaching skills. A+ to you!

Thanks for the nuggets! I’m guilty of #10. I have also went and purchased items I already had because of my discombobulated craft space. The SPELLING has me clutching my pearls often as an educator!!! I love your transparency and realness but most importantly your heart for helping others. There’s not many people out there that will share their knowledge and experience without being paid. I appreciate you ❤

Omgosh!!!! Thank you!!! You are spot on with everything you said!!! Love the honesty and you will definitely not lose me!!!❤️❤️❤️

❤ “comparison is the thief of Joy” , one of my new favorite quotes!

That’s why I don’t sell anything, I love being a student of the crafting world. I’m extremely tech savvy and I love all things electronic, however, it kills me when folks forget how printers work and don’t know what size paper it uses. But I love answering a lot of the questions too. So it’s bittersweet for me. But everything you said was straight facts!

I am mentally applauding you. This is literally everything I’m constantly thinking when I see these things over and over. I am amazed how often people just buy stuff and haven’t done any research too. These things are big purchases and they just buy then start asking stuff they should’ve found out if they’d actually researched the product they were buying before parting with money

#10 is definitely a big one for me. I will buy items because they are on sale with the intention of completing a project, but then I see something else I want to make. Thanks for the advice. I appreciate you being honest with us and wanting to see us succeed in a positive manner. You are truly an ordained teacher 😊

I agree with you. I have a friend that is constantly asking me to make things or show her how to make things with my Cricut. When I tell her how much I charge she gets quiet. She is has a business and she wants to get paid for her services and so do I, I think she feels because we are friends she thinks I should do things for her for free. I don't feel that I should just give away the knowledge that I have researched and spent countless hours on trial and error to learn.

I apologize I don't feel as if we ask someone about a font, we just like it, it doesn't necessarily say we are going to duplicate. The rest of your facts are spot on.

During lockdown here in the UK I had to go into the “shielding” mode, see no one, go nowhere etc etc and I fell into the “must try ALL the crafts” rabbithole. Everything you said had me nodding my head. My absolute bugbear is seeing posts in FB groups like “I’ve just got an order for 50 t shirts, how do I do them?” I want to stamp my feet and say if you have to ask how to do a t shirt, why on earth are you taking orders? Just why? Now I’m off to finish some unfinished items, I’ll be good 🤣

Great advice! My favorite “Stop” is number 10. I go through phases of all sorts of crafts from making desserts for special occasions like a wedding cakes to resin to lasers to 3d printing to vinyl to screen printing all in the same week😮 When I plan and make a to do list, my projects turn out so much better and it keeps the gray out of my hair. Trello is a great online project tool. Not only does it help me stay on task it also (for me) stores past projects making it an “archive “ Thanks again for keeping it real. Happy crafting

Well spoken. You said everything with love. The feedback is very helpful and valuable. Thank you.

I agree with almost everything.. BUT I see nothing wrong with asking for help or advise. Google doesn't answer everything amd there is nothing better than experience

Thank you. Just happened across your channel and I am just starting and can get overwhelmed with so much. I love what you said “finish my projects” before jumping to the next and “write down my project material list” so I can perfect it. Appreciate you!

I agree with everything you said. Lawd knows I wish you had done this earlier, would have saved me a small fortune. I now purchase what I need and what I need only, finish projects and relax. Thanks for doing what you do ma’am.

I love it!! I see people asking for stuff all the time that I don't understand how are you doing a craft and you don't know how to do basic stuff.... your phone is a computer... research!!. Great job!!!! Thank you!!!

Thank you, Delonda. 1-10 definitely needed to be said and you truly said it in love. ❤

Amen...always appreciate your honest opinion and willingness to say what others would dare to say. I found myself at the end, Definitely got to stop dabbing into soo many crafts. I'm sure my wallet would agree. Love watching and learning from you.

As I always say, “Common sense isn’t that common” since the invention of the internet. Agree with every word you said. Stumbled into this video accidentally, but you just may have gained a new subscriber! 💜

Your comments are right on the money! Every one of the points you made are so important for each of us to take to heart. Thank you ! Your videos are great!!

Learning to craft different things, not just shirts, is what I enjoy doing it's my way of leaving my stress at the door for at least for a few hours. What I make becomes gifts for birthdays or christmas. I do use Google a lot if I get stuck and your videos come up. That's how I found your channel.

Caught the replay.... You are so on point! ABSOLUTELY CORRECT..... For me it's #10 .... I will start a project and then another and another and nothing gets completed! Thank you for pointing these things out!!! Starting my crafting JOURNAL 🙂

Hey!!! You are so right! I misspelled a word before and pressed it on my shirt and wore that bad boy out to a kids game. The word was "believe ", but I spelled it belive 😂. It's a nightshirt now. Thankfully I had my crossbody bag and covered it up. Word check is powerful. Only my husband noticed it.😊

Oh yes Delonda when I first started sublimation there were not all these craft groups I had to research and google information on my own. I find some people starting out don’t do this or the same questions are being asked that could have been googled. I’m glad for your video. Thank you.

So I just bought a Cricut Maker two days ago and I don't find anything you said as offensive, actually i find it the opposite, EXTREMELY helpful!! Thank you soo much for this. I am now subscribing to you. I found all 10 helpful especially the craft journal

Yess Thank you for this video. I have not been motivated lately from thinking about this same thing. People always say “just post a mockup and then make it”. That’s not me. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 I mainly connected with 2, 4, and 10.

You spoke facts on all of it. I have seen so many people get mad when someone don't share how they make something and they be real sassy/slick at the mouth with it. I appreciate you for saying something. Thank you.

THANK YOU so much for this! You are saying what so many of us are thinking, and doing it in the nicest way possible. Love you!

GREAT advice! I will say on occasions #10 is me, I just started something because I thought I had all the materials, but realized I didn't when I got to the end, and I switched to a different project. I Need to start laying out everything before I start. 💜

Number 10 - Let's stop starting without finishing. Just yesterday I was saying to my writing partner, "I've gotten way away from my purpose for initially purchasing my Cricut Maker 3." I decided to refocus my efforts on going back and completing what I started, so this video is right on time as confirmation that I'm making the right decision. Thanks for taking time to "bless us out" really well! 🙂🙂

Great video Delonda! I agree with what you are saying...I am definitely known for starting and stopping 🙂 (but I have gotten much much better). I hope people understand that you are not telling them to stop looking at videos and asking questions...because that is research...but it does depend on what you are asking. I always appreciate your videos. Take care.

Hi Delonda! You were on point with all 10 points! Thank you for your honesty!❤

Thanks for Sharing, it's all Love , Appreciate you 💙💙

I think the teacher came out in you and I LOVE IT!! What resonated with me is the journal! I’ll definitely be using one. I understand now the value of completing what you started as oppose to wasting what you bought!! 😂 Chile, times are too hard out here to be doing that!!!

Craft journal is a great idea!!! I love crafting and stopped because I started so many projects and the more research I did the more awesome things I found I liked. So I have so many u finished crafts that even ended up ruined by the time I tried to go back to them or remember the idea I had for it. Thanx for sharing!

Dr. Ford in the house, for real, tonight!😂

Hello Delonda 👋🏽. Eagerly awaiting for you to drop some more "In My Opinion" wisdom. I'll be seeing 👀 you soon. ❤😊

This was a video that I wished would’ve been posted whenever I was a beginner.. Some people need to listen to this like coming from person who choose to continuously give from the heart. I would’ve saved a lot of time and money on SVGs..thank you so much❤

There are some famous influencer/crafters out there who do all things but have not mastered any of them. They are the once’s featured at Decco summits and shows like that. They focus on pushing product so much they cant really focus on one or two crafting skills. I appreciate you because when you show us who is sponsoring you or new things you are using, you still show you are a pro at all that you do. Thanks for that!!!

The Bible says, we have not because we ask not and I believe that. Let me start here, if someone doesn't want to share what they know or what they have they are completely free to say no however, that doesn't mean people should not ask. People just want to get started and do good. Sis, the things that you are telling people to STOP asking you should probably say STOP asking you, you can not speak for everyone. Most of the things stated in this video are based on your opinion. I have watched you from a humble beginning to become somewhat arrogant. Your facial expressions and your talking points as you give your opinion to veiwers is a little sarcastic. I've watched videos where you have messed up (which is ok) and no one has said to you, Stop making how to videos if you don't know how to. I just thought this was unnecessary and the fact that you kept saying the word offended made me know you were aware that you were offensive. We are to encourage one another because no one is perfect. I just feel that if your goal was to help, you could have delivered your message a better way. If I was a new Cricut user I would be discouraged. God has blessed you to enlarge your crafting space, to have free items sent to you, to connect with people that are guru's in crafting that you didn't know and who didn't know you in the beginning of your journey, and the Lord has increased your audience but we are to always remain humble .... remember that we are blessed to be a blessing!

#10 guilty... This is the reason why I have so much craft stuff. I've debated on whether or not I should give some stuff away, but I always seem to need it eventually, lol.

I love you for being you and for always teaching me the right way. I totally agree and understand every you said. And if one of those things I didn’t know or realize , now I know as everyone else should. Hopefully this video reaches a lot of the crafters who really need to hear these things!!!!! Keep up the good work Delonda !!! Love your videos and learning from you!

Oh how I love this ❤ Thank you Delonda I'm going to share this. I am in a couple groups and the folks you're referring to just irritate my soul. People don't even have to read these days they can literally watch videos like yours and learn SO MUCH. I appreciate your videos.

“If you feel like this video is directed at you then it probably is.” WoW just wow. I never read comments on videos ever. I did on this video for the first time ever & wow. I’m blown away. You always stay polite & respectful to everyone. Much Respect. Prayers for you & your channel. May you continue to prosper & shine.

Lord no lies told her. Thanks so much for the truth

Very good advice. When you said do your own research I almost jumped up and shouted. You made excellent points. Thank you

Great advice, but most of all I appreciate your approach to teaching in a loving and positive manner. And of coarse I agree to everything you said. Thank you Delonda, I think you’re a great teacher. I always go back to your videos when I find myself with questions.🌻

I see you're getting beside yourself. I'll step off here. Not humbled anymore

Ok....let me say what also needs to be said. I have been a subscriber to your channel from just about the very beginning. When you were just starting your channel, you were very humble and sweet and informative. You were also on a learning journey. Which was one of the reasons i enjoyed watching and learning along with you and everyone else. You always said that you are here to share your knowledge and the things that you have learned with your viewers. You always said that selling merchandise was not then, nor ever would be your intent. However, now that you have reached over 100 thousand viewers, your intent certainly has changed. You are pushing a new machine every month. Cutting machines, heat-press machines, tumbler presses, engraving machines, embroidery machines, on and on and on. I have been guilty of purchasing a few of those machines myself. (That i really don't need.) But i just can't keep up any longer. No one can afford to buy all the stuff you are pushing. The reason YOU have all this STUFF is because you receive it all for free from the companies you are pushing it for. It's not just the machines. It's all the other STUFF you are pushing, like that HTV vinyl. Does it really matter what someone calls it? I'll bet my last buck that TecWrap Craft and all the other vendors don't care what anyone calls it. As long as you keep pushing and people keep buying. So lets be honest, shall we? You are getting paid very well for putting out content EVERY SINGLE WEEK! So your viewers should be able to make what THEY want with the STUFF they have purchased. Say what THEY want, while we still have a free country and if they want to spell something wrong let them, its not costing you anything. In your words (YOU DO YOU) let everyone else do them. And, really, Delonda, who are you to tell someone what they can and can not SELL and when they are ready. You are the one on here every week encouraging people to do just that. I am very confused with your little rant. I liked the sweet, humble Delonda much better. Where did she go? Im done!

Absolutely love every single thing you said!!! I always tell my people that I will give advice but I will not do it for you! Thank you so much for PREACHING to these young cats!!

Lol. I'm new to cricut, but I could barely catch what you were saying because I was in such awe of how beautiful your hair and skin tone are. Gorgeous! I'll rewatch, I promise 🙏🏽

I will put you in my prayers and hope that you see what is wrong with this video. I watch KZfaq change people all of the time as they become irritated by their subscribers, followers, community, whatever they have built. Annoyed by the people who may have assisted in one's success. It is not always what you say, but how you say it. Think Gal. 5:22-23. Insulting the misuse of someone's words was unnecessary because you do not know their story. I sell many things that I just learned to make. Why is that wrong to you? It is not rocket science. There are people who ask a lot of questions. It can actually save time and does not mean that they do not know how to research. There are people who share everything. It is fine if you are not one of those people. You can just kindly say that you do not feel comfortable sharing someone else's work and keep moving. I hope that you get the results that you want out of this video.

GOOGLE IS your friend

Well said! You had me lol’ing at the “sell vs sale” piece. It’s fine if someone speaks a certain way or what have you. But the incorrect word on an item just ruins the whole project. And regarding svgs, there’s so much work and time that goes into creating those. The creator needs the acknowledgment and compensation. Sharing is not caring sometimes.

Thank you, so many of the things you brought up are valid and I agree with. It has always been my #1 gripe to know that I can do the research and learn how to do something and then turn around and be accused of gatekeeping because I don't want to teach others. Its not gatekeeping its self reliance. I wanted to know so I learned and so can you. Thanks again, it was all so very well said.

Thanks for showing your who you really are. I have been a successful crafter my whole life. I started selling in 2017. I don’t feel this mean azz video was necessary to make. Please don’t quote the Bible when doing so. Post this in your group. Not on here where our views pay you.

All y’all need to stop it’s.. crafting none of it Is that serious all of this stuff that you’re complaining about would be simple for you to just ignore it and move on you’re not helping anybody you’re sitting here being petty under the guys of being helpful.. it’s crafting why… why in the actual hell do KZfaq recommend this channel to me? This is the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard complaining about how someone spells complaining that they ask you to give them something when you can just simply ignore it and move on petty and ignorant.

I'm new to the crafting world, and I have me searching and researching various channels although it can be overwhelming but I find it refreshing to see what others have to say or do, that way I can choose the best teacher. I taught myself how to crochet the same way. I appreciate your honesty.

Gurl!(Girl)❤❤❤❤You have said everything I’ve have been thinking when each of those situations have come up in a post. However, I am obedient and I just keep scrolling. I feel like you took the weight off my chest by speaking on it. Thank you so much for being honest and straightforward. You are definitely my person!

I try to stay positive on socials, but this video is completely unnecessary!

I purchased the very first cricut in like 2005 and have been cricutting ever since so let me tell you... every point you made needed to be said! Can I add a number 11? Some content creators must make new crafters feel like they need EVERY tool that is out there. You don't need a special weeding container in order to use your cricut. 99% of projects can be made using a green mat just fine. In fact... cricut used to make only a green mat.

Everything you said was all in Love. My guilty point is starting and not finishing. I agree we have to invest in ourselves. We have to learn to make our own image for our brand. I am a supporter and I will finance my knowledge to become better at my craft. Everything is not free. If it's not offered as free then it's not free. Keep doing what you're doing. I love that you are willing to share your videos and expertise with the crafting world. Continue to be great. Blessings be with you.🙏🏾

I’m a new crafter and I totally agree with everything you are saying. I’m making things for myself and my family for free. I know I’ve got a lot to learn and I know that. I may never sell my things and I’m okay with that. 😊

#10 is meeeeee😫 I have a craft journal, but it doesn't help, I still wanna do all the things which leads me to #7 I'm guilty nit with sublimation but with other things. I had to come to the realization that I won't be good at making everything and I don't wanna make everything. You were so on point with everything 1-10. I wish this could be posted to all craft groups and ran as a commercial for the crafting community.😆❤❤❤

Thank you so much for saying what needed to be said…. I hope we’re all listening to you and understanding that those 10 things well help us to become better crafters. We learn by doing the research and not piggybacking off of someone else’s hard work. Again, “Thank you”.

Delonda!! Thank you a thousand times over. When I retired from teaching, I purchased a Cricut Maker 3 and 'dabbled' for a while. Everything, yes everything you said was so true! It had gotten to the point of me being hesitant to mention my craft! I enjoy being a 'Cricuter' and try to direct people who ask to websites like yours. Thanks for adding power to my arsenal. Keep up the great work!🎉

Oh....number 10 hits home!! I need to practice this. You may have pushed me to complete things that I've pushed aside. I absolutely appreciate this list--you nailed it!

OMGosh, I loved your video. I stumbled upon your video and decided to watch. Why? I don't know, I don't own a Cricut. What I loved is how kind you were in stating how ill-mannered it is to do the 10 things you mentioned. Throughout the video I kept saying, I want to hug you!! Thank you for saying what many of us crafters/artist are thinking and wish we had the courage to speak up.

Lovely that you took your time and energy to say what needs to be said, BRAVO!!!

DeLonda, I totally agree with you. Crafting done well requires practice, practice, practice. You must do your research. The reason why I love you is you tell the truth about everything. Thanks for being honest and caring.

Here's the revised text with improved grammar, tone, and clarity: Thank you! I love your channel. Your clear instructions are fantastic - they've saved me from getting lost in KZfaq wormholes countless times. When I'm working on a project, your playlists are my go-to resource for understanding trickier steps. I also rely on AI tools for grammar and spelling checks, and to help me improve my writing style. For instance, I might use AI to review the tone of my writing and suggest alternatives for potentially condescending phrases. Your suggestion on bullet journaling sparked my interest. As a crafter with ADHD, I've always been hesitant to try journaling because of accountability concerns. But with my crafting space reaching "hoarder house of horrors" status, I'm ready to give it a go! Thanks for the inspiration! Overall, your channel is a fantastic resource. You explain things clearly and concisely, which is a huge help. Keep up the great work!

I am a new crafter and I really appreciate your tips and advice. I found it all very helpful so, thank you. Blessings

Nicely put. I have been guilty of several of your top 10 things to stop doing. It makes such a difference when I do the research and learn from my own experiences. It may take me HOURS to learn it but I am getting it done one lesson at a time. Thanks for your honesty. You still have my vote. ❤

The whole “I have an order for images on cotton shirts, where do I get them, how do I do it and how do I sublimate on cotton” drives me CRAZY

Your talk is real!! You are real! I love how you are so true with us. Delonda don’t ever change. I’ve only been following you for about 3 months now and that’s only because I just started using the Cricut and bought it because of you. You are a God send to us. You let the Lord use you to speak the truth in Love and your talk did not offend me at all. I feel that it helped more than anything❤️🙏🏽 I truly APPRECIATE YOU May God bless you and your beautiful family. You are so AMAZING 🙏🏽 So don’t wor bout it lol in DELONDA’s voice. I love your energy🌹🙌🏽

Hello Delonda. I’ve had my Cricuts for years and have only made one thing. I’ve watch creators explode the possibilities of things to make,possibly sell. I appreciate this video. I do other crafts and sew and most people that want to get started, want the “ cut to the chase” shortcuts. I’ve considered cranking up my machines and jumping in the pool too. I would pay for classes and do my homework before I’d ask anyone to just hand over what’s in their brain. I feel you’re just putting your feelings out there on the topic and they are valid. Any new job or skill has it’s learning curve. Not everything or everyone should be entitled to a “shortcut” When you learn the skill for yourself and become proficient, your confidence builds too. That’s the win! Thank you for being polite with your delivery. I will for sure do my homework, unpack my machines and get to playing. Who knows, I just might come up with something I feel comfortable selling. Not just a knockoff of someone else’s designs. 0:26

I love everything you spoke on. I was once a person who would jump all over the place with crafting. But I've learned to make a notebook for projects I want to do and stick with it until it's done.

Oh my gosh... I loved this! 🎉 I also liked the statement you said in #7, "Comparison is the thief of joy.", how true is that on so many levels(not just crafting). 👍 Thanks Delonda for putting this out there. 😊

Amen to the truth...all valid points 💯....OAN your skin is flawless 🥰. Love your transparency and honesty - don't change ❤

Great advice .. I started my crafting journey watching a handful of crafting KZfaq channels - yours included...along with my own research. Your recommendations on materials, machines, and (most importantly) approaches have been super helpful - and I think why I am still having fun on this journey. Please consider this recommended addition to be made in jest-: #11 -STOP giving family members your creations for every holiday gift - they don't want anymore T-shirts, cups or magnets (I am working on aprons for everyone this year)

Amen sista! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 This cracked me up 😂

You are just being honest! I love your channel, I have learned a lot from you, Jennifer Maker, Tanner and many more Crafters on KZfaq. I paid for classes to learn so you all can do it, that way you can become proficient on your craft before you start selling.

Perfect - everything you said needed to be said. research is key. # 2 - is the main one for me - People asking for assistance on how to make an item after they received an order.

Make so much sense to me to research, finish what you started and not to look for the short cut way for you not to get your own information! That was just wonderful information you shared with me and for the one who like real help.❤❤❤❤

Girl, you just gained a new subscriber. I love your ten pieces of advice(ALL OF THEM). You said what needed to be said and I definitely hate to see a tshirt where the design is too too big. I'm glad you said that and the misspelling of words is definitely a pet peeve of mine (not mines) as well..Well done. And you are so beautiful my girl. Keep on shining and do the work has called you to do. Many may take offense to it, but you have just ministered the truth in love.

You are so adorable and real. All of this is great advice. I’ve been a crafter for many years but new crafters definitely need to hear this. They just may not know

Love this and I have had people in the past ask me what kind of machinery I used when making my acrylic designs. I don’t make them anymore for jewelry but all the same. Thanks Delonda 😊

Thank you Delonda I am guilty of not completing what I have started. I get Distracted easily at times I have to stay focus ❤

In my quest to learn various crafting projects, i have relied on people such as yourself, Google and KZfaq. In any group I'm in, I try to search the comments first to see if a question I may have, was answered. Thanks for your videos and teaching. #10 resonated with me as I'll start a project and not finish. 😊

I rarely leave any comments on my favorite channels, but THIS VIDEO IS ON POINT. Thank you Delonda!

Thank you, Delonda.I am only on #6 and I already love this. There is a wealth of knowledge here...and all over YT...and it is extremely frustrating sifting through comments like the ones you mentioned in order to get to what I need. That's time I could have been hands on putting into practice what I am learning 😊

Delonda love this advice but and I say this in love.. Sell your products! You are more than qualified, God has graced you and blessed you for this. Step out on faith you got it!

Ms, Delonda you are the best. Love you girl!

Everything needed to be said. You did it with such grace . I love your channel. I have a journal And use it for all My different crafts. Thanks Delonda for all you do! ❤

It's cool to see that someone else finds these things "annoying". I esp don't understand buying a machine then asking everyone how to use it, or not doing your own research. How many times have I said in my head, "look it up." lol

Love your videos! This one is actually super helpful for newbies to understand certain things that won’t necessarily be obvious to them. I do think there’s wisdom here for people to understand the Cricut crafter community. I think the font thing really does bug people more than people realize. I’m careful talking with crafters at fairs when I ask questions, so they know I’m not going to rip them off. I even buy things with HTV sometimes, though I’ve got a big rack full of rolls, just to support those who did the hard work for their designs. I agree with you on the quality for that! I wouldn’t buy those things if they weren’t skillfully created.

Thanks for those pearls of wisdom. I have definitely started projects that I have not finished. I could have 2-3 at a time. But I know at some point I will complete them. 🌸

My husband and I are still in the research phase of what to buy and weather to start with vinyl cutting or sublimation and we realize both are a big learning curve so we certainly appreciate all the hard work you and other content creators put into the videos to show how stuff is done. Most of what you said is common courtesy, so any that walk away we will pray for and say it is probably for the best. No one should be asking for free SVG files when there are subscriptions to places like creative fabrica and design bundles where you can get tons of content for 1 subscription fee. We love your personality and will be looking forward to future videos. God Bless You we love you.

❤I love your honesty and style!! You do amazing crafts and are a humble, caring teacher. This is a great advice video. Thankful for your courage. Blessings to you!