If you’ve ever been on the fence as to whether you need a Cricut machine in your life, check out these inspiring projects from some amazing Cricut makers!

Happy Monday friends! In case you noticed, I’ve been waaaay MIA… it’s been a crazy couple of weeks! As you may have seen on my very first Facebook Live, last week I spent a few days in Salt Lake City at the Cricut Mountain Make-a-thon and it was an amazing experience. Not only did I get a first glimpse of the Cricut Maker which launches on August 20th (so much more to come on that, stay tuned!), but I got to meet so many other Cricut makers who are oozing with talent and creativity.
I left feeling so inspired and I cannot wait to show you everything the Cricut Maker can do. In the meantime, I decided to roundup some of the amazing projects from some of the talented Cricut makers that were a part of the Make-a-thon last week (and a few of mine from the archives). You won’t believe how easy these are to make with a Cricut. These were all made with a Cricut Explore, Explore Air and Explore Air 2. Please don’t feel that this amazing machine will be made obsolete with the arrival of the Maker. In fact there’s a great tutorial at the end of this post to decorate your Explore Air 2 so don’t worry, it’s not going anywhere! 🙂
35 Inspiring Projects by Cricut Makers
DIY Wood Sign
Rolled Wood Flower Wreath

How to Transfer Iron-on Vinyl to Wood

DIY Leather Key Fobs

DIY Cork Labels

Unicorn Bookmarks

Diamond Hanging Planters

DIY Pineapple Doormat

DIY Leather Cuff Bracelet

Wreath Slat Sign Tutorial

How to Create a Custom Stencil in Cricut Design Space
Stitch Happens DIY Tassel Throw Pillow

Paper Flower Bouquet

DIY Unicorn Backdrop Tutorial

Love the Day
Cute Mason Jar Wall Art

Cricut Supply Organization
Kids Chore Chart

Personalized Wedding Hangers

DIY Wedding Guest Gift Bags
DIY Sleep Mask

Beach Vacation Memory Box
DIY Harry Potter I Spy Bags

Don’t Forget to Be Awesome Clutch

Make Cricut Stickers with Your Own Images

Paper Succulent Centerpiece

DIY Watercolor “Home” Art

Strong Like My Mom T-shirt Decal

Little Lunch Notes

Ballet Shoe Bag

How to Make DIY Planner Folder Pockets

Book Page Bookmarks

Treat Yo’Self DIY Breakfast Tray Upgrade

3D Paper Flower Magnets

Fun with Puns Kitchen Towels
DIY Team Shirts

How to Decorate Your Cricut Explore Air 2

Which one is your favorite? Be sure to follow along with all of these Cricut makers as we will all be sharing our experiences and tutorials with the Cricut Maker as well as the new Easy Press.









mikey says
I have a Cricut maker it is soo good I love it
but that t with full print looks like a Sublimation print heat transfer
Lydia says
Hi Mikey! Yes, you’re right!I used Cricut Infusible Ink which is a similar process as sublimation.
Twyla says
I have seen people making metal signs for wreaths but not understanding how the creation process is applied using a cricut. Any tips? Is it printed out then applied? Or is it painted right onto the metal? So confused. I am thinking of buying a Cricut, but not if it won’t help me with my signs.
Lydia says
Hi Twyla! There are many different ways a Cricut can help you with your signs! You can cut out stencil vinyl to make your own custom stencil design (like this: https://lydioutloud.com/create-custom-stencil-design-cricut/) and then paint it or you can cut out your lettering/design from vinyl (permanent or removable) and adhere it to the sign with transfer tape (like this: https://lydioutloud.com/sweet-dreams-diy-nursery-sign-with-cricut-premium-vinyl/). If you make a lot of signs a Cricut will save you soooo much time! If you get a Cricut Maker you can even cut out basswood for signs (like this: https://lydioutloud.com/how-to-make-wood-sign-with-cricut-maker/). I hope this helps and feel free to ask any other questions you have about a Cricut… it’s by far my must have/desert island crafting tool.:)
Eileen says
I can’t believe how versatile the cricut is! I’ve got to have this machine of creative exploration.
Lydia says
Isn’t it crazy Eileen?! I love that you called it a machine of creative exploration, that it is!
Krissy says
Are these all from the Cricut machine!? I’ve always wanted one now I MUST HAVE!
Lydia says
Yes they sure are Krissy! You definitely need one – have you heard about the Cricut Maker yet? It’s coming out on 8/20 and it will BLOW.YOUR.MIND!!!
Crystal @ Hello Creative Family says
<3 Love you girl! Thank you for sharing my projects in this awesome post! I can't wait to get my hands on that new Maker and start playing! Pinned and sharing on social media.
Lydia says
Back at you friend! xoxoxo
Brandi @ Creative Cutting Classroom says
Always love to see Cricut project ideas! And I CANT WAIT for the Maker to come out!!!!! I’m dusting off my sewing machine lol
Lydia says
Hey Brandi! You and me both! 🙂 I’ll be hitting up some garage sales this weekend to look for a sewing machine… I’ve never cared to learn to sew until I saw what the Maker can do! Wheeee!!!!! Thanks for saying hi!
Kelley @ Coastal Kelder says
Thanks for including my hangers! Looks like I have some new projects to add to my DIY list too 🙂
Lydia says
My pleasure Kelly. They’re so cute, thanks for sharing!
Sarah says
Such a great group of projects! Thanks for including a couple of mine. Those tea towels of yours have always been one of my faves 🙂 xo
Lydia says
My pleasure, thanks for sharing them with me! I need to make that watercolor this weekend for a gift!