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Whale Tape Dispenser

by Cricut |

Item # 172220740P224
Advanced 1-2 Hours
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  • Cricut Basswood
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  • Black Iron-on vinyl
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  • 12"x 12" StrongGrip Machine Mat
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  • 12"x 12" StandardGrip Machine Mat
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  • Masking tape
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  • Tear-Strip (upcycled from aluminum foil box)
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  • Wood or white glue
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  • Tacky or jewelry glue
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  • Washi tape
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  • Wax paper
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  • Clamps or press
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  • Knife blade + housing
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  • Cricut EasyPress Mini, or household iron and press cloth
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_x000D_ DIRECTIONS:_x000D_
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  • Go to this project on Cricut Design Space to make this-
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  • Design Space Link
    _x000D_ NOTE: Approximately 6"x 3" (15.5 cm x 7.6 cm)
    _x000D_ This project cuts basswood and iron-on to create a whale shaped tape dispenser.
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    _x000D_ PREPARATION_x000D_
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    1. To alter the project, use Preview panel to arrange pieces. Ensure pieces are within an 11"x 11" (27.9 cm x 27.9 cm) area, oriented to the top left corner of the mat.
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    2. For best results, arrange the inside and outside whale shaped pieces with the grain opposite each other for extra strength.
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    1. Use masking tape or painter's tape to secure basswood edges to mat.
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    2. Follow Design Space prompts. Confirm correct cut setting and the knife blade. 
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    _x000D_ ASSEMBLE_x000D_ _x000D_
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    1. Apply the iron-on eyes to the outside whale pieces using a Cricut EasyPress and Cricut EasyPress Mat with our Heat Transfer Guide for the perfect time and temp settings.
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    2. Arrange the pieces and familiarize yourself with which ones fit together where.
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    3. Brush glue onto the main whale piece, then attach the inside piece to it so the cutouts face each other when both pieces are done. Wipe off any excess glue from the edges.
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    4. Place the now double-thick whale pieces between two pieces of wax paper, then clamp or place in a press to dry.
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    5. Trim the tear-strip to the width of smaller wood connector piece and center. Glue the tear strip in place with the tacky glue, leaving the sharp edge slightly above the edge of the connector piece.
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    6. Glue the reinforcement pieces on either side of the connector piece. Use a clamp or press to secure in place while it dries.
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    7. Run a bead down the slots for the connector pieces. Slide the connector pieces into the slots, then press the two sides together. The fit will be snug.
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    8. Clean off any excess glue before it dries. Sand if needed.
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    9. Assemble the tape cross piece and insert into the tape.
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    10. Slide the tape into the tape holder in the rounded slots.
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