Crafter vs iCraft: What Really Happened With This 3D Butterfly Card

I just finished a full start‑to‑finish tutorial using both the Loklik Crafter and the Loklik iCraft while making this 3D butterfly card, and I wanted to share it here in case it helps anyone who’s learning IdeaStudio or struggling with detailed cardstock cuts.

In the video, I walk through the entire workflow — from setting up your layers to getting clean cuts — including:

  • how to slice, unite, and group your shapes
  • how to prep layered designs for cutting
  • arranging flowers and decorative elements
  • choosing the right material settings for cardstock
  • using the Draw function to write inside your card
  • creating and assembling a 3D layered butterfly
  • plus a full comparison of how the Crafter vs. the iCraft handled the exact same design
  • plus bonus rolled flowers tutorial at the end

If you’re trying to understand the differences between the two machines, or you want to see a complete IdeaStudio‑to‑finished‑card workflow, this tutorial breaks everything down step by step.

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It is beautiful :heart:

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Thank you so much, Dorthe! I’m so happy you think so! :heart:

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Wow, this is awesome. I love the 3d butterfly, it really catches your eye. Can’t wait to watch your video. I have to go shopping for back to school stuff but while I eat lunch I’ll watch your video.

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Thank you for the kind words! :heart::smiling_face_with_three_hearts::heart: I’m happy you like my butterfly! I hope you enjoy(ed) the video. :hugs:

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so pretty!

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Thank you so much! :heart: I’m happy you like it! :blush:

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