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AD: Learn all about the Cricut BrightPad go and what it is used for, and make a cute cow shirt. A video tutorial is below!
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When it comes to crafting, some tools are great to have on hand. It doesn't matter if you make jewelry, t-shirts, or create your own art.
The BrightPad Go is one of those tools!
It can be used for so many different things and adds light right where you need it.
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Cricut BrightPad Go:
The Cricut BrightPad Go is the latest release of the Cricut BrightPad.
What makes this one so special is that it is charge-and-go, meaning you don't have to be tethered to an outlet!
With a full charge, this BrightPad will last up to 2+ hours! So you can literally use this BrightPad anywhere.
But let's go over all of the features.
![cricut brightpad go in box](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-05.jpg)
Unboxing:
Straight out of the box, this BrightPad impresses!
![cricut brightpad go unboxing](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-11.jpg)
The first thing I notice is, that it comes with a charging block!
So many electronics come with a USB cord but not the charging block, so I was excited to see that. I know, it's the small things that get me!
![cricut brightpad go with charging cable and cube](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-04.jpg)
The blue back is also very eye-catching. It is a gorgeous royal blue.
Plus there are circle rubber feet that are non-slip so the BrightPad won't move unexpectantly while using.
![Round rubber feet on the bottom of the BrightPad.](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-16.jpg)
The three buttons in the top left corner of the BrightPad are the same as the previous model, which is a convenient place for them. So I am glad they didn't change that.
![power buttons for cricut brightpad go](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-01.jpg)
There are 5 different levels of brightness you can choose by selecting the + and - buttons.
The lit-up surface measures 11.5 x 9 inches so there is lots of room to work with!
And the surface has a rating hardness of 6H, which is really high! That means you don't need to worry about scratching the surface with weeding tools.
What Can the BrightPad Go Be Used For?
The possibilities are endless for the uses with this BrightPad.
What I use it the most for:
- Weeding
- Tracing
- Diamond Art
More Uses:
- Art
- Quilting
- Scrapbooking
- Calligraphy
- Tattoo Design
- Jewelry Making
- Stamping
How to Make a Cow Shirt
The best way to showcase how BrightPad Go works is in a quick tutorial. So let's make a fun cow shirt!
Supplies You'll Need to Create this Project:
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- Cricut
- Cricut BrightPad Go
- Cricut EasyPress
- Cricut Design Space File
- Heat Transfer Vinyl
- Weeding Tool
- Tshirt Blank
Craft Tutorial:
Cut the design out of Holographic Iron-On vinyl using your Cricut machine.
Place the design on top of your Cricut BrightPad Go and turn the light on to your desired setting. Weed or remove the pieces of the design you don't want on your shirt.
![weeding a cow on the cricut brightpad go](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-10.jpg)
For this design, we are keeping the outline of the cow and removing the inside pieces of the design. The BrightPad really helps you see the entire design so you know what pieces to remove and what pieces stay.
![weeded cow](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-09.jpg)
Center the design on your shirt. A T-shirt Ruler can be helpful when centering.
![centering the design on the front of a tshirt](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-08.jpg)
Press the design for 30 seconds at 330 degrees Fahrenheit.
Slowly peel back the liner when it is cool to the touch.
![peeling back the liner after the heat haas been applied](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-07.jpg)
There you have it! A simple but oh so cute cow shirt! I made this one for me but my daughter loves it so much she wants one too.
![a woman wearing a cow shirt made with holographic iron-on](https://thecraftyblogstalker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cricut-brightpad-go-06-500x750.jpg)
The Cricut BrightPad Go made weeding super simple!
Our Crafting Essentials:
- The Cricut Cutting Machine is easily our favorite crafting tool. We use it in so many of our tutorials!
- These MakerX Crafting Tools are perfect for keeping in the craft room and are always ready when needed!
- This Fiskars Paper Trimmer is easy to use and cuts nicely without frayed edges.
- These Scotch Precision Scissors cut like a dream, and you get multiple pairs in a pack!
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