Julie Dean is a former doctor and occupational therapist by profession, which inspired her to start sewing and quilting as a therapeutic activity. She is passionate about her craft and has been quilting and using Cricut for over five years. As well as selling her own designs and products on Etsy, Julie has taken commissions for interior design agencies to create bespoke quilts, including Beata Heuman. Julie's work has appeared in Architectural Digest.
Latest articles by Julie Dean

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Why Cricut's mid-tier cutter hasn't left my craft table.

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Upgrade your digital crafting with new blades, engraving tips and more.

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It lacks Maker 4's depth of tools, but for most crafters, this is all that's needed.

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I've been using Cricut for four years. This is my quick and easy advice for using Transfer Tape.

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Create designer mugs and tumblers at home.

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Our Cricut Joy review puts this tiny craft machine to the test. Does it have what it takes to make the cut?

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The GM Crafty Press is cheaper than a Cricut EasyPress Mini, but is it better?

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The Janome Continental M7 Professional is expensive, but it's hard not to love this high-end sewing machine.

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The Brother Innovis F420 offers high-end features at a low price, so is there a catch?

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The Bernina 475 QE (Quilter's Edition) promises a lot, but can it match up to the name?

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Is the Brother Innovis NV1800Q just for quilters, or can everyone enjoy this larger sewing machine?
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