If you want some great Cricut Maker projects, I have you covered! Today, I am going to share my top 5 projects. These are all projects that utilize features of the Maker exclusively. So, if you have this powerhouse of a Cricut machine, today is your lucky day! Pick a few of these project ideas to try with your Cricut Maker this weekend.
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cricut.
Cricut Maker Projects Video
Want to see each of the projects in a video? You can watch that using the player below.
Can’t watch the video or missed some of the projects? You can read about each below. We are starting with our most popular and working our way to number five!
Take A Look At My Top 5 Cricut Maker Projects
The Cricut Maker has some great features unavailable on any other Cricut machine. From the knife blade to the engraving tip, we have top projects that you will love to use these exclusive tools on!
Project #1: 10 Things You Didn’t Know the Cricut Maker Could Cut
My first “project” is really a collection of 10 projects. This is my top Cricut Maker post, and you all have loved it!
You can see the full post here. We offer up suggestions for cutting all of the following in one post:
- wood
- plastic
- metal
- burlap
- crepe paper
- leather
- stencil material
- craft foam
- satin
- shrink dinks
Now, if you want to cut even more materials with your Cricut Maker, you can see our other posts about materials by clicking on them below:
Those are just a small sampling of the materials I have cut with my Cricut Maker. If you have something you want to cut and are not sure how to do it, be sure to ask in the comment section below, and I will be happy to share a tutorial with you!
Project #2: How To Make A Name Puzzle
Want to make a great personalized gift with your Cricut Maker? This name puzzle made with the knife blade is the perfect gift idea!
In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to customize this for any name and how to cut the wood on your Cricut Maker to make your own puzzle. You can see the full blog post on how to make your own puzzle here. You can also use this same idea of cutting the thin wood on your Cricut Maker and layering it for tons of other projects.
Project #3: How To Engrave Leather On The Cricut Maker
With the engraving tip, you can make so many Cricut Maker projects. I have used it on many materials, but I love using it on leather!
You can see my tips for engraving leather and how to make this keychain here. This same method can also be used to engrave leather notebooks, clutches, and so much more! It’s another great way to make personalized gifts right at home with your Maker!
Project #4: DIY Leather Notebook With The Cricut Maker
When we talk about everything the Cricut Maker can do, I am so glad that this leather notebook made my top projects list! It really shows off the versatility of this machine. You cut the leather, iron-on, paper, and even add scoring!
You can get the cut file for this one and see how to make it here. Making projects like these helps me see how great my Cricut Maker is. I own all of the Cricut machines and sometimes get bogged down because they can all cut certain materials. However, the Maker is the star of the craft room when you start talking about these odd materials and making amazing Cricut Maker projects like this one!
Project #5: Zipper Pouch Tutorial
The original reason I loved my Maker was the fabric-cutting abilities! So, I saved my favorite material for the final material on our list. This fabric project shows off how great the Cricut Maker really is at cutting fabric!
These zipper pouches may very well be my favorite of all the Cricut Maker projects I have ever made. You can see how to make them here. They are adorable, useful, and easy to make, courtesy of the Maker. This is another one of those ideas that is great for gifts. And yes, I pretty much think everything I make with my Cricut machine will make a great gift. Don’t you?!
Supply List For Your Cricut Maker
So, now that you are inspired to make your own Cricut Maker projects, what do you need? Here is a list of some supplies and what you would use them for. You can click on each of them to see more and purchase.
- Cricut Maker – Of course, you will need the machine.
- Rotary Blade – This is the blade that comes with your Maker, and it can do so much. You can see more about what this blade does here.
- Knife Blade – Cut those thicker materials right on your Maker. You can see more about what this blade does here.
- Scoring Wheel—You can score many materials with both the single and double wheel. You can read more about these tips here.
- Engraving Tip: This tip can be used to engrave leather, aluminum, and so much more. You can learn more about its uses here.
- Deboss Tip – Add debossing to your Cricut designs. You can see more about what this tip does here.
- Perforation Tip – Add those perforated lines easily. You can see more about what this tip does here.
- Wavy Tip – You can even cut wavy lines with your Maker. You can see more about what this tip does here.
- Deep Point Blade—This is for both the Explore and Maker, but don’t forget how powerful this tool can be!
I hope you enjoyed these Cricut Maker projects and are inspired to fire up your machine and give some of them a try. I guarantee that you can be successful when using your Cricut Maker!
Want Even More Inspiration For Projects To Make With Your Cricut Maker?
I have a few other friends who are sharing their top 5 projects as well! Be sure to visit their sites for even more inspiration for Cricut Maker projects you really must make.
FAQs About Cricut Maker
If you have questions about these Cricut Maker projects or the Cricut Maker in general, I’d love to help! Please leave your question in the comments if you don’t see it answered below!
Can You Engrave Silicon Apple Watch Bands?
Unfortunately, no.
Could The Cricut Maker Cut Duct Tape?
Yes! Definitely!
Will I Be Able To Use Faux Leather For The Leather Projects?
You are going to love it!! The engraving doesn’t work as well with faux leather, but you can do the journal with it.
Do You Have Any More Information On How To Use The Engraving Tip?
Yes! To learn more about the engraving tip, I recommend checking out our How to Engrave Acrylic with a Cricut Explore video!
I Recently Purchased The Cricut Maker! Do You Have Any Videos For Beginners About Making Pillows And/Or T-Shirts?
Of course! I recommend checking out our Heat Transfer Vinyl or Iron On Basics video!
What HP Printer Would You Recommend To Print Stickers If You Are Using The Cricut Maker?
The HP 6200 series!
5 More Cricut Maker Projects
Did you love these Cricut Maker projects and want even more crafts? Then check out the projects below!
- Cricut Metal Engraving: Make Bracelets with Your Cricut Maker
- DIY Acrylic Cake Topper with the Cricut Maker
- Quilted Fabric Tablet Case with the Cricut Maker
- Cricut Maker Tool Holder
- DIY Floral Monogram Letters
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