I’m teaching at the HobbyScool Creative Tech Summer Retreat — a free 3-day virtual event running July 21–23, 2026 — and I’d love for you to join me. My session walks you through a beginner Cricut summer card you can start and finish in one sitting.
This retreat is built for makers who want to get hands-on with the tools shaping creative work right now — Cricut, Procreate, Canva, even AI — without needing to already be “techy.” No experience assumed, no fancy setup required.
Why This Card Comes Together So Fast
A lot of card projects fall apart at the assembly stage — tiny layered pieces, fussy alignment, glue everywhere. That’s not how I design.
This summer card is built from coordinating pieces that are meant to work together quickly, so you’re not fighting your Cricut mat or a pile of confetti-sized scraps to finish it. It’s simple, but it doesn’t feel simple once it’s done — that’s the whole idea.
My Session: The Invite That Starts the Party
I’m teaching this beginner Cricut summer card step by step, from cut file to finished card, in one sitting. No prior Cricut experience needed — just follow along, and you’ll walk away with something you’ll actually want to send.
What’s Included
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🎁 Free — always available:
- Summer Celebration Card SVG, with your choice of grill, grill tools, or watermelon accents
⭐ VIP Bonus — Summer Party Starter Pack ($24 value)
- DIY Party Planner PDF
- “Let’s Celebrate” checkerboard banner SVG
- Watermelon door sign SVG
- Free with code RETREAT
- Optional add-on: Full Alphabet Banner + Door Sign for $5
🎉 Bingo Prize: the full Summer Celebration Bundle ($35 value) — play along during the retreat for a chance to win
Ready to Join?
Quick FAQ
Is this really free? Yes — general admission is completely free. The VIP Starter Pack is a paid upgrade (free with code RETREAT).
Do I need to be techy? Not even a little. This retreat is designed for total beginners just as much as experienced makers.
What makes a good beginner Cricut card project? Look for designs built from a few coordinating pieces instead of many tiny ones — fewer fiddly parts means faster assembly and a cleaner finished result, which is exactly how this summer card is designed.
Do I need to watch live? No — sessions are available free for 24 hours each day of the retreat, so you can follow along on your own schedule.
Can’t wait to make something with you this summer. ☀️
