When it comes to cutting out your number you have a lot of options. I had this number stencil on hand so I am using it.
You can also use your Cricut machine to cut out a stencil. You have a lot of freedom when you use your Cricut to create your stencil. You’re able to use any stencil font to create the number you’ll use.
If you want to use your Cricut to create a stencil I have a file you can use in Design Space here. I did not weld the design so you can change the number to any number or letter you want.
If you’re using your Cricut to cut out a stencil make sure you use a material that is thick enough to hold its shape while you’re cutting out the clay.
As I mentioned above, my clay came with some tools. To cut out my stencil I laid my stencil on top of the clay and then used the tool to cut out the number.
When placing your stencil make sure you’re leaving plenty of room all the way around your number to cut out the tag shape.
For the tag shape, I chose to freehand mine. You can choose to do that or use the shape from my Design Space file to create a stencil.
I found that using a straw worked perfectly to make the hole in the top of my tag for the twine or rope to go through.
When you’re happy with the look of your numbered tag you can bake it. Follow the directions for your specific polymer clay to ensure it’s baked correctly.
When it’s done baking allow it to cool completely before proceeding.