(This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cricut. All opinions are 100% mine.)
A few months ago, I wrote a post about how to make money with Cricut, and today I wanted to cover something related, but a bit different. This post is all about things you can make with a Cricut machine, but not necessarily to sell.
This post is here to inspire you, whether you just got your Cricut (and are scared to open the box – been there!) or are just thinking about getting one and thinking, “Well, how will I even use my Cricut anyway? What can I make with my Cricut machine?”
Now, these are things you could absolutely sell and create a Cricut business around too, if you wanted. But for now, sit back, relax and be ready to be wow-ed what you can make with a Cricut!
All the projects below can be made with any Cricut — the Maker, Explore Air or Joy. However, some will be easier on the larger machines (Maker + Explore), whereas cards are actually easier with the Joy due to its dedicated card mat.

But on with the list!
1. 3D Boxes
Did you know you can make 3D projects with your Cricut machine? That can be cute animal figures or even packaging for gifts or for products for your business.
Cricut Access has tons of premade boxes you can cut from cardstock and assemble in a matter of minutes. You can also find many designs on sites like Etsy, too, but everything you need for 3D boxes is right inside Cricut. These and thousands of other projects are included in the Access membership.
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2. Paper Artwork
Check out these multi-layered works of art! You can use your Cricut to create highly detailed, intricate paper artwork like these examples. They would look perfect anywhere in your home, and could even be something you sell if you create your own designs.
Again, Cricut Access has a lot of projects and Creative Fabrica is another good place to find very intricate projects to make. These are both from Creative Fabrica, the world map here and the lions here.
3. Die-Cut Stickers
Everyone loves stickers! Do you ever hoard stickers and never use them because you’re worried that you’ll stick it to something and then later wish you stuck it to something else? 🤦♀️ #StickerAnxiety
With your Cricut, you can make your own so you never have the dreaded sticker regret.
You can print stickers of your own artwork, artwork you buy online or designs in Cricut Access. Cricut even has their own sticker paper as well (although I haven’t tried it personally).

4. Household Labels

Want that fancy organized pantry look you see on every influencer’s Instagram these days?
Buy some dollar store pantry organizer bins and dress them up with fancy script labels cut with your Cricut machine.
As a bonus, you can use Smart Vinyl which cuts without a mat. It can’t get any easier.
Photo & listing from Organize Life Designs on Etsy.
5. Cards for Any Occasion
This is where the Joy in particular really shines — pro level cards made in MINUTES! Cricut Access has tons of card designs for every holiday or occasion and all you have to do is load an Insert Cart onto the Cricut Card Mat, pop it in the Joy machine and click Go.
I haven’t bought a card at the store in over a year since getting my Cricut Joy.
6. Window Decals
Dress your place up for the holidays with fun window clings you can easily cut with your Cricut machine and apply to any glass surface. This would be a great craft to do with kids, or again, something you could sell online.
7. Mugs!
I put an exclamation point because… mugs! Everyone loves a good mug. I make a ton of them in my shop, and there are tons of awesome files on Cricut Access, or you can easily create your own.
If you don’t have a mug press, you can cut vinyl and stick it to mugs. Or, you can use Infusible Ink with the new Cricut mug press to create dishwasher safe mugs that will last a lifetime. Such a good gift idea too!
Also, fun fact, the mug press is the easiest way to make them, but you can also make Infusible Ink mugs in a convection (toaster) oven. That’s how I do mine. You just need a mug wrap and a convection toaster oven. (NOTE: It CANNOT be an oven that you make food in. It must be dedicated to crafting only due to chemicals/fumes.)
8. Cupcake & Food Toppers
Perfect for any event, party, or casual get-together to label appetizers, dessers, charcuterie boards, etc. Look at you, pro party planner.
9. Home Decor
You can save a ton of money on decor by making it yourself with your Cricut, like this abstract pillow, this tropical coaster set, this wall art (!), or this wall shelf.
10. Pretty Much Any Accessory Ever
Koozies? Check. Cosmetic bags? Yep. Wine bottle gift bags? Yah. Clothes? Shoe customizations? Hairbands? Yup, yup and yup.
Cricut Access has a TON of projects you can make for yourself or for gifts for anyone on your list.
You can customize drinkware with permanent vinyl, like these cups I’ve made:
Or, use Iron On on a pair of shoes, use Infusible Ink on a wine bag, or make earrings, a bookmark… Seriously. Anything.
Start Crafting with Your Cricut Today
Cricuts don’t like living in their boxes, Cricuts like to craft! 😉 Free yours from its cardboard prison today and get started with a project for your home. That’s what I did. And now look at me, running 2 businesses with my Cricut as a big component of that… all because I made a few labels one day and got addicted.
I’m just sayin’… once you live the craft life, you always live the craft life.
What’s your favourite thing to make with your Cricut right now? Let me know in the comments!
29 Comments
Nicole
June 2, 2021 at 11:46 amI had no idea you could do all of this!! Great post 🙂
Siobhan Biggin
June 2, 2021 at 12:00 pmBrilliant ideas! 💡👍
Lauren Tynan
June 2, 2021 at 12:23 pmK. I really need one of these bow!!!
Joanna
June 2, 2021 at 12:50 pmI always wondered why my friends loved cricuts so much!
Deborah
June 2, 2021 at 1:06 pmWhat a clever tool…who knew!!
M.
June 2, 2021 at 1:17 pmHmmm, I have a ton of artwork that I’m thinking of selling. And more than 1000 ideas in my head
Susan Smith
June 2, 2021 at 1:28 pmDidn’t realize all the cool stuff you can do with it. Love the pantry labels
Meritxell
June 2, 2021 at 1:41 pmI have one and couldn’t live without it! Never thought about the food toppers, I will cut some of them for my daugthers’ birthdays! Thanks for the tips!
Shetul Shah
June 2, 2021 at 1:58 pmLove the pantry labels!
Maria Hernandez
June 2, 2021 at 2:08 pmI didnt know you could do all that! Makes me want to have one !
Tori Thistlethwaite
June 2, 2021 at 2:25 pmCurrently researching prices! Great post!
Naomu McMullan
June 2, 2021 at 2:30 pmThanks for sharing. I had no idea it was so versatile.
Candice
June 2, 2021 at 2:59 pmLove to make my own cards!
Jolene
June 2, 2021 at 3:06 pmLove this !!!!
Sarah Kilborn
June 2, 2021 at 3:20 pmLOVE MY CRICUT! CHECK OUT MY INSTAGRAM PAGE
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Hailee
June 2, 2021 at 3:24 pmLove this!
Rebecca
June 2, 2021 at 4:40 pmGreat ideas!!
Sam F.
June 2, 2021 at 5:00 pmLove this!!
Samantha Tanuvasa
June 2, 2021 at 5:04 pmLove the wall art idea! So many awesome things! Mahalo!
Jen costa
June 2, 2021 at 5:14 pmIt does more then I ever thought ! Love it
Stephanie
June 2, 2021 at 5:20 pmWow! I had no idea you could make all of these products with a cricut. I recently got one and this is the inspiration I’ve been needing. Thanks!
NS
June 2, 2021 at 5:27 pmLove these ideas! Just getting started with my Cricut journey, we have one at work, so I am the project maker lol! Haven’t used it a ton and I am sure it is capable of so much than I am lol!
Marci
June 2, 2021 at 5:35 pmFantastic ideas! I love all of your clever content 🙂
Tawny
June 2, 2021 at 6:33 pmI need one of these in my life!
Marja
June 2, 2021 at 8:33 pmSo amazing.. love all the stuff your making with it 🙂
Magdalena Kliem
June 2, 2021 at 8:58 pmI might just need to get one of these! So many amazing ideas!
Lauren Kristensen
June 2, 2021 at 9:39 pmGreat ideas! Thank you!
Alisha Rai
June 2, 2021 at 10:00 pmLove!
Rebecca byfield
June 3, 2021 at 9:29 amSooo many ideas !! Thank you Michelle !!