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LEARN TO MAKE NEAT SPACESHIP LAYERED PAPER CRAFTS ON YOUR CRICUT CUTTING MACHINE

Growing up, I loved all things space.

I had Lego sets of spaceships and space shuttles. I loved Star Trek and the idea of space exploration.

This layered paper craft is the perfect addition to the little astronaut in your family. You can also resize the design and add it to a card or shadow box!

In this tutorial, I’ll give you my step by step instructions and tell you what materials I think work best when making this project.

This free file can be found in the Free File Library for Free Members.

Basic and Premium Members can download the SVG cut file for this project in the File Library.

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SPACESHIP LAYERED PAPER CRAFT – MATERIALS LIST

I am using my Cricut Maker. You could also use your Cricut Explore Air 2, Cricut Explore 3, or Cricut Maker 3!
Cricut Scoring Wheel or Scoring Stylus
Cricut StandardGrip Cutting Mat (green)
Cardstock. I am using white cardstock, gray, pink, blue, orange, and yellow.
Glue or adhesive
Cricut Scraper
Cricut Brayer

Spaceship Layered Paper Craft

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Active Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

This tutorial will show you how to make a fun space themed layered paper craft.

Materials

My FREE Spaceship Layered Paper Craft SVG Cut File
Cardstock
Foam Squares (optional)

Tools

A way to cut out your cardstock. I am using my FABULOUS Cricut Maker but you can use any current Cricut machine.
Cricut StandardGrip Cutting Mat (green)
Cricut Brayer
Cricut Scraper

Instructions

STEP 1 - DOWNLOAD THE SVG CUT FILE

Download the SVG Cut File for the Spaceship Layered Paper Craft (#456) from the File Library. Free members can download the cut file from the Free Library. Not a member? Click here to join.

STEP 2 - UPLOAD THE SVG FILE TO CRICUT DESIGN SPACE

If you aren't familiar with uploading SVG files into Design Space, take a look at my quick and easy tutorial here. Using your smartphone? Click here for my step-by-step guide on uploading SVG files with the Cricut App.

STEP 3 - RESIZE DESIGN (OPTIONAL)

Using the sizing bar, resize your project if desired. Make sure to leave the proportions locked.

Click the GREEN Make It button.

STEP 4 - MAKE YOUR MATERIAL SELECTIONS AND PREPARE YOUR MATS

You will see the layers for this project in the mat preview.

Click the CONTINUE button.

For this tutorial, I am using Medium Cardstock. Select your materials accordingly.

Attach your cardstock to the Cricut StandardGrip Mat using the Cricut Brayer.

STEP 5 - LOADING YOUR MATS AND CUTTING YOUR MATERIALS

To load the mat into the machine, press the double arrows button. Do make sure that the mat is positioned under the mat guides.

You will know the machine is ready to cut your material when you see the flashing "C" button. Press that to start the cut.

Follow Design Space prompts to change out the mats.

Once the cut is complete, make sure to peel the mat away from the cardstock rather than the cardstock from the mat. This will prevent any curling of your design.

Repeat Step 5 for until all layers have been cut.

STEP 6 - ASSEMBLE YOUR PROJECT

Now that everything is cut, we can start to assemble the papercraft.

Layer the papercraft. I have included a Layering Guide for you to view. Use foam squares to add more dimension between the layers.

Your project is complete.

Post a photo in the comment section or tag your projects on social media @thebeardedhousewife using the hashtag #beardedhousewife! I’d love to see how yours turn out!!

WANT MORE SPACE SVGS & PROJECTS?

My crafty friends and I got together to bring you 17 FREE Space SVGs and Projects. Check out the image below and the links to get these amazing designs!