If you are looking to get crafty at home, you are going to love these easy and fun Cricut project ideas using things you already have around your home!
If you’re new to the Cricut world and have just set up your new machine, you’re probably itching to get started with making some amazing crafts!
I have good news for beginners and anyone else looking for some crafty inspiration. You don’t need to go out and buy a bunch of supplies in order to make amazing Cricut crafts (woohoo!).
From small vinyl pieces to cardboard and even felt, I have Cricut project ideas that will work with the materials you already have, so they’re easy AND affordable. So, put a few of these on your must-make list and relieve some stress with a quick craft project. You’ll be so glad you did!
I am dividing this list of Cricut project ideas into a few sections so you can easily find the crafts you want. Just click the read more button on each craft to find the instructions for that project.
Cricut Project Ideas For Beginners
If you’ve just brought home your first Cricut cutter and set it up, you’ll want to start with simple crafts until you get familiar with all that your amazing machine can do (it’s a LOT!). Here are some very beginner-friendly Cricut project ideas for you that use craft supplies you probably already have around the house.
Cricut Project Ideas For Kids
If you’re a mom or grandparent who has just picked out your new Cricut machine and set it up, you’ll love that kids can craft with Cricut machines, too!
Our first set of ideas is geared toward kids. This list includes crafts to make with kids. It also has crafts that kids can make independently to keep them occupied while you get other things done. I am sure most days you need a little bit of both!
Cricut Project Ideas For Adults
Sometimes, you just want to make cute crafts for yourself, am I right? Well, we aren’t leaving you out because we have some Cricut project ideas I know you’ll love!
Grab your Cricut supplies and give a few of these crafts a try. Getting creative is a great way to relieve stress and have fun. Plus, when you work on these projects, you will walk away with something amazing for your home (or a DIY gift that people will love).
FAQs About Cricut Project Ideas
If you have questions about making these Cricut project ideas or Cricut in general, I have answers for you! Have a question but don’t see it answered below? Please leave your question for me in the comments.
Which Cricut Machine Should I Buy?
If you are wondering what Cricut machine to buy, this will depend on what materials you want to craft with now (and in the future), the size of the projects you want to make, and your budget. Due to that, I recommend checking out my video titled Which Cricut is for you? (2023 Update!) where I explain each machine and compared them to each other!
Do You Have Any Discount Codes For Cricut Machines?
I don’t have a specific discount code for each machine, however, I do keep track of Cricut sales and have a few coupon codes that can work on materials, etc!
To see what sales are currently happening, and to get some of my coupon codes, check out our page called The Latest Cricut and Sublimation Deals!
NOTE: The deals listed end on a certain date or are of limited quantity so they may or may not still be available. I do update the page regularly so be sure to check back for the latest! Also, on the page, I list coupon codes that you can stack with the deals. However, I cannot guarantee that they will all work but they are worth a try!
I’m Brand New To Cricut, Where Do I Start?
Learning about your Cricut machine doesn’t have to be overwhelming! A great place to start is our free Cricut for Dummies video which is a one-hour crash course. In the crash course, you learn Cricut terms, definitions, and everything you need to know about your machine!
Do You Have Any Resources For Setting Up The Machine?
Yes, I do! If you purchased a Cricut machine and are confused by Cricut’s setup, check out our Cricut Setup: A Step by Step Guide to Your New Cricut Machine blog post. In the post, I cover how to setup your machine and answer some of the most common Cricut setup questions.
Can You Teach Me About Cricut Design Space?
Yes, I can! If you want to learn more about Cricut Design Space, check out our What is Cricut Design Space? How Does It Work? video. In the video, I give you a quick rundown of exactly what the program is and how it works with your Cricut machine!
What Is The First Thing I Should Make With My Cricut?
I would recommend a cutting craft such as a card or paper banner as your first Cricut project to help you get familiar with how your machine works and what it can do. After that, you could quickly move into signs and other projects that utilize vinyl.
If you are looking for 3 more projects to get you started check out our Cricut Beginner Projects: 3 Ideas to Get You Started blog post!
What Projects Can You Make With Cricut?
The possibilities are nearly endless! You can make everything from shirts and onesies to picture frames, totes, journals, and much, much more.
More Cricut Crafting Inspiration
What project are you going to make first? Do you have a favorite project to make with your scrap materials?
If you love these Cricut project ideas that use supplies you already have around your home, you might also like these basic Cricut tutorials on how to expand your crafting abilities!
- How to Cut Faux Leather
- What is Cricut Design Space? How Does It Work?
- How to Cut Wood with the Cricut Maker
- Cutting Metal with a Cricut Machine
- How to Cut Fabric with a Cricut
- Cricut Mat Comparison: Which is the best?
- How to Cut Acetate with a Cricut
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Just what I needed to do be able to do something different with my cricut
Do you have any free colouring pages….
Definitely! Try this post: https://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/25-free-adult-coloring-pages/
Hello ANgie. I have been receiveing your newsletter for quite some time now.
I am in the process of gathering enough funds (without breaking the bank) to buy a cricut machine.
After studying the differences, and thinking about th kind of work i want to do with it i am a little in doubt about the Explore Air 2 and the maker…
I found that the Maker is the better one with much more possibilities to differente material ans such, but the price difference it´s huge…
What i really want to do with it is using it for stickers, for vinyl (easy press is on the horizon) but i would like to cut thin sheets of wood for example (or even thin metals) but the vynil and stickers will be my everyday use mainly.
What is your oppinion, for the use i intend is the Explore air enough? Can i cut those thin wood sheets with it?
What would you recomend?
Thank you. I yould appreciate if you could get a minute or two in you life to express your opinion.
Keep up with all the criativity and be safe,
Best Regards
Rita
For the wood, you are going to need the Maker. Everything else you mentioned can be done with the Explore Air 2.