The ScanNCut engineers are constantly adding new projects and new functions to Canvas Workspace (formerly: ScanNCutCanvas).   

Have you tried out the "filter" tool (circled in yellow):

CanvasFilter

The filter tool allows you to sort through the hundreds of FREE ScanNCutCanvas projects — both by terms you type in and by category.  Watch the video for the how to:

Give the filter a try and find the project you're looking for!

I get a lot of my video ideas from questions that people either e-mail me or post online.  This next video is the answer to one such question: How do I add files while working on a file in Canvas Workspace?  It's easier than you think and I'm showing you two different methods in this video:

Here's the combined flower & butterfly I demonstrated in the video:

CombinedCut-wm

The very first advice I give to all new ScanNCut owners is: Push all the buttons and figure out what they do.

However, I realize that that notion is intimidating to some people, so today I'm pushing the buttons for you!  We are going to explore all of the options under the wrench icon (aka the settings button):

If you’re looking for the videos referenced in today’s video:

I hope that created some clarity for you!  Now, go and push all of the buttons!!  😉

I will be on HSN (Home Shopping Network) on Wednesday (tomorrow) with the ScanNCut.  I'll be on in the 2-3pm hour and the 8-9pm hour.

Thanks for stopping by!

P.S. I am a paid spokesperson for the Brother ScanNCut.  It is a machine that I love and use.  All projects and opinions are my own.

Product Registration: https://www.brother-usa.com/registermybrother/
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Julie Fei-Fan Balzer

Based outside of Boston, Julie Fei-Fan Balzer is a mixed-media artist who constructs vibrant compositions. Passionate about connecting with and inspiring other artists, she shares her expertise through in-person workshops, her online classroom www.balzerdesigns.com, and through monthly membership at www.MyArtPractice.com.

77 thoughts on “ScanNCut Techniques and Ideas

  • Can’t find a place
    To buy the tattered lace activation. Why can’t we buy it right from the canvas site? If you. Have suggestions on where I can perchace it I would greatly appreciate it. As there are no stores near me that carries scan & cut accessories or activation cards.
    Thank you

    Reply
  • Can’t find a place
    To buy the tattered lace activation. Why can’t we buy it right from the canvas site? If you. Have suggestions on where I can perchace it I would greatly appreciate it. As there are no stores near me that carries scan & cut accessories or activation cards.
    Thank you

    Reply
  • Can’t find a place
    To buy the tattered lace activation. Why can’t we buy it right from the canvas site? If you. Have suggestions on where I can perchace it I would greatly appreciate it. As there are no stores near me that carries scan & cut accessories or activation cards.
    Thank you

    Reply
  • Can’t find a place
    To buy the tattered lace activation. Why can’t we buy it right from the canvas site? If you. Have suggestions on where I can perchace it I would greatly appreciate it. As there are no stores near me that carries scan & cut accessories or activation cards.
    Thank you

    Reply
  • Can’t find a place
    To buy the tattered lace activation. Why can’t we buy it right from the canvas site? If you. Have suggestions on where I can perchace it I would greatly appreciate it. As there are no stores near me that carries scan & cut accessories or activation cards.
    Thank you

    Reply
  • Can’t find a place
    To buy the tattered lace activation. Why can’t we buy it right from the canvas site? If you. Have suggestions on where I can perchace it I would greatly appreciate it. As there are no stores near me that carries scan & cut accessories or activation cards.
    Thank you

    Reply
  • Can’t find a place
    To buy the tattered lace activation. Why can’t we buy it right from the canvas site? If you. Have suggestions on where I can perchace it I would greatly appreciate it. As there are no stores near me that carries scan & cut accessories or activation cards.
    Thank you

    Reply
  • Hi there Julie,
    Great videos love watching them. I myself and a real button pusher on mechanical items. I think your video was great a good refresher coarse for me. I do like the new Canvas work space. I especially like the download application available and like working with it off line.
    I do appreciate it that Brother adds in new features for both canvas and the scan n cut via updates. The only thing that has me a wee bit disappointed is that we do not have the foiling technique update.
    I have see videos with the foiling technique being done on paper. Very nice indeed. I do hope that Brother will give us the same advantage as the rest of the world and give us the foil update really soon. It has been out in the UK for a good while now.
    For Carolking67. Not sure if you know this but you can buy the digital downloads here at this website
    https://www.brothermall.com/accessories/AccessoryList.aspx?ACASCID=900&ECM=T
    However they do not seem to have the Tattered Lace digital download at this time. I love tattered lace and have many of their Brother USB designs and use them on my Brother Scan n Cut.
    I have finished my zodiac quilt all fabric squares and rectangles and designs from and cut with my Brother Scan n cut. First quilt I have ever made. Check out my blog Julie if you have time.
    fawnazza.blogspot.com
    Will be watching you tomorrow on HSN. I got an email about it as well.
    Have a great day and enjoy your stay in Florida USA.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi there Julie,
    Great videos love watching them. I myself and a real button pusher on mechanical items. I think your video was great a good refresher coarse for me. I do like the new Canvas work space. I especially like the download application available and like working with it off line.
    I do appreciate it that Brother adds in new features for both canvas and the scan n cut via updates. The only thing that has me a wee bit disappointed is that we do not have the foiling technique update.
    I have see videos with the foiling technique being done on paper. Very nice indeed. I do hope that Brother will give us the same advantage as the rest of the world and give us the foil update really soon. It has been out in the UK for a good while now.
    For Carolking67. Not sure if you know this but you can buy the digital downloads here at this website
    https://www.brothermall.com/accessories/AccessoryList.aspx?ACASCID=900&ECM=T
    However they do not seem to have the Tattered Lace digital download at this time. I love tattered lace and have many of their Brother USB designs and use them on my Brother Scan n Cut.
    I have finished my zodiac quilt all fabric squares and rectangles and designs from and cut with my Brother Scan n cut. First quilt I have ever made. Check out my blog Julie if you have time.
    fawnazza.blogspot.com
    Will be watching you tomorrow on HSN. I got an email about it as well.
    Have a great day and enjoy your stay in Florida USA.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi there Julie,
    Great videos love watching them. I myself and a real button pusher on mechanical items. I think your video was great a good refresher coarse for me. I do like the new Canvas work space. I especially like the download application available and like working with it off line.
    I do appreciate it that Brother adds in new features for both canvas and the scan n cut via updates. The only thing that has me a wee bit disappointed is that we do not have the foiling technique update.
    I have see videos with the foiling technique being done on paper. Very nice indeed. I do hope that Brother will give us the same advantage as the rest of the world and give us the foil update really soon. It has been out in the UK for a good while now.
    For Carolking67. Not sure if you know this but you can buy the digital downloads here at this website
    https://www.brothermall.com/accessories/AccessoryList.aspx?ACASCID=900&ECM=T
    However they do not seem to have the Tattered Lace digital download at this time. I love tattered lace and have many of their Brother USB designs and use them on my Brother Scan n Cut.
    I have finished my zodiac quilt all fabric squares and rectangles and designs from and cut with my Brother Scan n cut. First quilt I have ever made. Check out my blog Julie if you have time.
    fawnazza.blogspot.com
    Will be watching you tomorrow on HSN. I got an email about it as well.
    Have a great day and enjoy your stay in Florida USA.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi there Julie,
    Great videos love watching them. I myself and a real button pusher on mechanical items. I think your video was great a good refresher coarse for me. I do like the new Canvas work space. I especially like the download application available and like working with it off line.
    I do appreciate it that Brother adds in new features for both canvas and the scan n cut via updates. The only thing that has me a wee bit disappointed is that we do not have the foiling technique update.
    I have see videos with the foiling technique being done on paper. Very nice indeed. I do hope that Brother will give us the same advantage as the rest of the world and give us the foil update really soon. It has been out in the UK for a good while now.
    For Carolking67. Not sure if you know this but you can buy the digital downloads here at this website
    https://www.brothermall.com/accessories/AccessoryList.aspx?ACASCID=900&ECM=T
    However they do not seem to have the Tattered Lace digital download at this time. I love tattered lace and have many of their Brother USB designs and use them on my Brother Scan n Cut.
    I have finished my zodiac quilt all fabric squares and rectangles and designs from and cut with my Brother Scan n cut. First quilt I have ever made. Check out my blog Julie if you have time.
    fawnazza.blogspot.com
    Will be watching you tomorrow on HSN. I got an email about it as well.
    Have a great day and enjoy your stay in Florida USA.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi there Julie,
    Great videos love watching them. I myself and a real button pusher on mechanical items. I think your video was great a good refresher coarse for me. I do like the new Canvas work space. I especially like the download application available and like working with it off line.
    I do appreciate it that Brother adds in new features for both canvas and the scan n cut via updates. The only thing that has me a wee bit disappointed is that we do not have the foiling technique update.
    I have see videos with the foiling technique being done on paper. Very nice indeed. I do hope that Brother will give us the same advantage as the rest of the world and give us the foil update really soon. It has been out in the UK for a good while now.
    For Carolking67. Not sure if you know this but you can buy the digital downloads here at this website
    https://www.brothermall.com/accessories/AccessoryList.aspx?ACASCID=900&ECM=T
    However they do not seem to have the Tattered Lace digital download at this time. I love tattered lace and have many of their Brother USB designs and use them on my Brother Scan n Cut.
    I have finished my zodiac quilt all fabric squares and rectangles and designs from and cut with my Brother Scan n cut. First quilt I have ever made. Check out my blog Julie if you have time.
    fawnazza.blogspot.com
    Will be watching you tomorrow on HSN. I got an email about it as well.
    Have a great day and enjoy your stay in Florida USA.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi there Julie,
    Great videos love watching them. I myself and a real button pusher on mechanical items. I think your video was great a good refresher coarse for me. I do like the new Canvas work space. I especially like the download application available and like working with it off line.
    I do appreciate it that Brother adds in new features for both canvas and the scan n cut via updates. The only thing that has me a wee bit disappointed is that we do not have the foiling technique update.
    I have see videos with the foiling technique being done on paper. Very nice indeed. I do hope that Brother will give us the same advantage as the rest of the world and give us the foil update really soon. It has been out in the UK for a good while now.
    For Carolking67. Not sure if you know this but you can buy the digital downloads here at this website
    https://www.brothermall.com/accessories/AccessoryList.aspx?ACASCID=900&ECM=T
    However they do not seem to have the Tattered Lace digital download at this time. I love tattered lace and have many of their Brother USB designs and use them on my Brother Scan n Cut.
    I have finished my zodiac quilt all fabric squares and rectangles and designs from and cut with my Brother Scan n cut. First quilt I have ever made. Check out my blog Julie if you have time.
    fawnazza.blogspot.com
    Will be watching you tomorrow on HSN. I got an email about it as well.
    Have a great day and enjoy your stay in Florida USA.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi there Julie,
    Great videos love watching them. I myself and a real button pusher on mechanical items. I think your video was great a good refresher coarse for me. I do like the new Canvas work space. I especially like the download application available and like working with it off line.
    I do appreciate it that Brother adds in new features for both canvas and the scan n cut via updates. The only thing that has me a wee bit disappointed is that we do not have the foiling technique update.
    I have see videos with the foiling technique being done on paper. Very nice indeed. I do hope that Brother will give us the same advantage as the rest of the world and give us the foil update really soon. It has been out in the UK for a good while now.
    For Carolking67. Not sure if you know this but you can buy the digital downloads here at this website
    https://www.brothermall.com/accessories/AccessoryList.aspx?ACASCID=900&ECM=T
    However they do not seem to have the Tattered Lace digital download at this time. I love tattered lace and have many of their Brother USB designs and use them on my Brother Scan n Cut.
    I have finished my zodiac quilt all fabric squares and rectangles and designs from and cut with my Brother Scan n cut. First quilt I have ever made. Check out my blog Julie if you have time.
    fawnazza.blogspot.com
    Will be watching you tomorrow on HSN. I got an email about it as well.
    Have a great day and enjoy your stay in Florida USA.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    Me again I am sorry for the inconvenience. I think my blog site for my quilt was not working correctly. Wish I could have realized it before posting my first post. Not sure if this will work but if you would like to see my blog then maybe this is the correct site address.
    https://fawnanazza.blogspot.com/
    Sorry again for the inconvenience and deeply apologize.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    Me again I am sorry for the inconvenience. I think my blog site for my quilt was not working correctly. Wish I could have realized it before posting my first post. Not sure if this will work but if you would like to see my blog then maybe this is the correct site address.
    https://fawnanazza.blogspot.com/
    Sorry again for the inconvenience and deeply apologize.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    Me again I am sorry for the inconvenience. I think my blog site for my quilt was not working correctly. Wish I could have realized it before posting my first post. Not sure if this will work but if you would like to see my blog then maybe this is the correct site address.
    https://fawnanazza.blogspot.com/
    Sorry again for the inconvenience and deeply apologize.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    Me again I am sorry for the inconvenience. I think my blog site for my quilt was not working correctly. Wish I could have realized it before posting my first post. Not sure if this will work but if you would like to see my blog then maybe this is the correct site address.
    https://fawnanazza.blogspot.com/
    Sorry again for the inconvenience and deeply apologize.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    Me again I am sorry for the inconvenience. I think my blog site for my quilt was not working correctly. Wish I could have realized it before posting my first post. Not sure if this will work but if you would like to see my blog then maybe this is the correct site address.
    https://fawnanazza.blogspot.com/
    Sorry again for the inconvenience and deeply apologize.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    Me again I am sorry for the inconvenience. I think my blog site for my quilt was not working correctly. Wish I could have realized it before posting my first post. Not sure if this will work but if you would like to see my blog then maybe this is the correct site address.
    https://fawnanazza.blogspot.com/
    Sorry again for the inconvenience and deeply apologize.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hi Julie,
    Me again I am sorry for the inconvenience. I think my blog site for my quilt was not working correctly. Wish I could have realized it before posting my first post. Not sure if this will work but if you would like to see my blog then maybe this is the correct site address.
    https://fawnanazza.blogspot.com/
    Sorry again for the inconvenience and deeply apologize.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Thanks so much for the tips today. The filtering function is a great addition.

    Reply
  • Thanks so much for the tips today. The filtering function is a great addition.

    Reply
  • Thanks so much for the tips today. The filtering function is a great addition.

    Reply
  • Thanks so much for the tips today. The filtering function is a great addition.

    Reply
  • Thanks so much for the tips today. The filtering function is a great addition.

    Reply
  • Thanks so much for the tips today. The filtering function is a great addition.

    Reply
  • Thanks so much for the tips today. The filtering function is a great addition.

    Reply
  • Thank you Julie,
    I am so happy you got to give a look at my blog. Have a great day will be watching HsN today.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Thank you Julie,
    I am so happy you got to give a look at my blog. Have a great day will be watching HsN today.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Thank you Julie,
    I am so happy you got to give a look at my blog. Have a great day will be watching HsN today.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Thank you Julie,
    I am so happy you got to give a look at my blog. Have a great day will be watching HsN today.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Thank you Julie,
    I am so happy you got to give a look at my blog. Have a great day will be watching HsN today.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Thank you Julie,
    I am so happy you got to give a look at my blog. Have a great day will be watching HsN today.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Thank you Julie,
    I am so happy you got to give a look at my blog. Have a great day will be watching HsN today.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hello Cyn,
    No I have not tried yourbigname@blogspot.com I am really new to blogging and have a lot yet to learn. I will check that out. thank you so much for the information.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hello Cyn,
    No I have not tried yourbigname@blogspot.com I am really new to blogging and have a lot yet to learn. I will check that out. thank you so much for the information.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hello Cyn,
    No I have not tried yourbigname@blogspot.com I am really new to blogging and have a lot yet to learn. I will check that out. thank you so much for the information.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hello Cyn,
    No I have not tried yourbigname@blogspot.com I am really new to blogging and have a lot yet to learn. I will check that out. thank you so much for the information.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hello Cyn,
    No I have not tried yourbigname@blogspot.com I am really new to blogging and have a lot yet to learn. I will check that out. thank you so much for the information.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hello Cyn,
    No I have not tried yourbigname@blogspot.com I am really new to blogging and have a lot yet to learn. I will check that out. thank you so much for the information.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • Hello Cyn,
    No I have not tried yourbigname@blogspot.com I am really new to blogging and have a lot yet to learn. I will check that out. thank you so much for the information.
    Fawna

    Reply
  • I have a question, I would like to down load a file from canvas workspace to a usb how would I do it please.

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  • I have a question, I would like to down load a file from canvas workspace to a usb how would I do it please.

    Reply
  • I have a question, I would like to down load a file from canvas workspace to a usb how would I do it please.

    Reply
  • I have a question, I would like to down load a file from canvas workspace to a usb how would I do it please.

    Reply
  • I have a question, I would like to down load a file from canvas workspace to a usb how would I do it please.

    Reply
  • I have a question, I would like to down load a file from canvas workspace to a usb how would I do it please.

    Reply
  • I have a question, I would like to down load a file from canvas workspace to a usb how would I do it please.

    Reply
  • How do we add foiling to an embossed design? I couldn’t find anything on the web about combining these two functions. Xmas cards with foiled and embossed designs would be wonderful.

    Reply
  • How do we add foiling to an embossed design? I couldn’t find anything on the web about combining these two functions. Xmas cards with foiled and embossed designs would be wonderful.

    Reply
  • How do we add foiling to an embossed design? I couldn’t find anything on the web about combining these two functions. Xmas cards with foiled and embossed designs would be wonderful.

    Reply
  • How do we add foiling to an embossed design? I couldn’t find anything on the web about combining these two functions. Xmas cards with foiled and embossed designs would be wonderful.

    Reply
  • How do we add foiling to an embossed design? I couldn’t find anything on the web about combining these two functions. Xmas cards with foiled and embossed designs would be wonderful.

    Reply
  • How do we add foiling to an embossed design? I couldn’t find anything on the web about combining these two functions. Xmas cards with foiled and embossed designs would be wonderful.

    Reply
  • How do we add foiling to an embossed design? I couldn’t find anything on the web about combining these two functions. Xmas cards with foiled and embossed designs would be wonderful.

    Reply

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