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A few years ago, Cricut hit the DIY and crafting scene in a big way. Cricut machines were game-changers for crafters and creators, taking the place of Xacto knives and other cutting tools and performing cutting tasks in less time and with more accuracy.
Cricuts are smart cutting machines that perform various types of cutting jobs. They can be used on different types of material, like card stock, vinyl, cloth, etc. and can perform other functions as well. They are also app-based, so the user can input their design into the app and the machine will cut it precisely.
The possibilities are almost endless with Cricut! Use your own creativity or tap into Cricut’s design library and put your work onto greeting cards, stickers, clothing, bags – and much more. Check out this page of creations on Amazon.
Besides their cutting machines, Cricut makes heat press machines, as well as craft lighting,
The Cricut Maker is a versatile cutting machine that uses an Adaptive Tool System to allow users more freedom with their projects. The Maker can cut over 300 types of material – from delicate paper to tough denim, and everything in between. You can get even more creative and use personalization with the cloud-based Design Space app, which allows you to input your designs or browse their catalog for inspiration. You can get the Cricut Maker on Amazon here.
The Maker 3 is the newest model of the Cricut Maker. It is smaller than the Maker and is said to be smarter and faster as well. Get the Cricut Maker 3 here.
The Explore is the smaller model of cutting machine from Cricut. It is ideal for those looking to work on small to medium-sized projects on common materials, like making vinyl stickers, regular-sized greeting cards, etc. It can cut over 100 materials, including Cricut Smart Materials, with speed and accuracy. Get it on Amazon here.
The Explore Air is sort of a lighter-weight version of the Explore, and it can not cut the Cricut Smart Materials. The differences pretty much end there, however, and the Explore Air 2 can complete lots of amazing craft cutting. They also come in stylish colors, if that’s your thing. Get it here in Twilight, here in Mint, and here in Peacock.
The Cricut Joy is a small, portable version of the popular cutting machines, and it is great for creating labels, cards, stickers, and other small projects. Get the machine here.
As stated above, Cricut also has heat-pressing machines. These are used for professional heat transfer projects, such as decals and logos onto shirts, bags, etc.
The Cricut Autopress is a large heat transfer machine. Its 15″x15″ coated press offers edge-to-edge heat up to 400 degrees and can transfer onto material up to 2 inches thick. Get it here.
The EasyPress 3 combines the speed of a heat press with the convenience and ease of an iron for professional prints that last. It is ideal for use on sweatshirts, blankets, banners, and more, and connects via Bluetooth to the Cricut Heat app. The Cricut EasyPress 3 is available in a 12″x10″ size and a 9″x9″ size. Get them from Michael’s here and here.
The EasyPress2 also comes in 12×10 and 9×9 sizes, but it does not connect with the Heat app. It does, however, come in exciting colors like the Explore Air 2. Get one on Amazon here.
The EasyPress Mini works great on small surfaces like shoes or stuffed animals. Get it here.
Get your decals and logos on hats and other smaller items with the Hat Press.
The Cricut Mug Press makes quick and easy work of getting your design on a mug.
Cricut’s Light 360 craft lights come in a desk lamp and floor lamp styles. It features a large head and adjustable brightness and light color settings and can move in any direction. Get the 13″ high desk lamp here and the 56″ high floor lamp here.
The Brightpad is a light box – a flat, lit surface that usually goes underneath the project to illuminate while you work. These are a must-have for precision cutting, paper piecing, tracing, weeding, and countless other tasks. The BrightPad has a large 11.5 in x 9 in light surface and requires a power cord for use. Get it here.
BrightPad Go is the portable version of BrightPad. It has the same 11.5″ x 9″ light surface, only the Go is cordless with a 1.5-hour battery life. Get it from Michael’s here.
Here are some other commonly used Cricut items:
Foil Transfer Kits: These allow you to print your design with decorative foil. There is a kit for the Cricut Joy and a kit for the Maker & Explore.
Smart Materials: These are materials – paper, vinyl, etc. that do not need a cutting mat to use. You load them into the Cricut machine and they’re ready to go! Get them here.
Infusible Ink: This ink is meant to work with the Cricut family of products.
Tools and Blades: You can get different-sized blades for your Cricut machines, tools, carrying totes, and other add-ons for your Cricut here.
Amazon has several Cricut machine bundles, which give you some extras along with the machine you want.
Amazon has Cricut Maker 3 bundles, offering the Maker 3 machine and some extras:
Cricut Maker 3 and Weeding Tool Set Bundle
Cricut Maker 3 and Easy Press 3 Machine Combo Bundle
Cricut Maker 3, Basic Tool Kit, Tape & Rainbow Vinyl Bundle
Cricut Maker 3 Machine Smart Vinyl & Iron On Bundle
Cricut Maker 3 Machine Smart Vinyl & Tools Bundle
Cricut Explore Air 2 Mint Machine Bundle
Cricut Explore Air 2 Lilac Machine Bundle
Cricut Explore Air 2 Blue Machine Bundle
Cricut Explore Air 2 Mint Cricut Easy Press 2 Mint (9 in x 9 in) Machine Combo Bundle
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