Cricut Projects for Beginners

Take that machine out of the box and start crafting!  Try one of these 25 + Cricut Projects For Beginners to get familiar with Cricut.

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Many of my friends have told me they also have a Cricut machine.  When I ask them what they have made using it, more often than not, they tell me that their machine is still in the box. It makes me sad to hear this since I love my Cricut so much, and use it every week.

Are you in the same boat? Is your machine still tucked away snuggly in it’s box? I’m hoping these Cricut project for beginners will give you the inspiration you need to pull out your machine and start crafting.

25 Cricut Projects for Beginners

Cricut Projects Using Paper

The Cricut Maker can cut so many things.  Really most Cricut machines can cut multiple types of materials.  But sometimes it’s scary to try something new.  These projects are great Cricut projects using paper.

Print and Cut DIY Magnetic Bookmarks by Liz on Call

DIY Pop Butterfly Card Tutorial by Jennifer Maker

Easy DIY Fiesta Inspired Cake Toppers and Treat Bags by The Crafted Sparrow

Make Your Own Planner Stickers by Liz on Call

Cricut Paper Flowers Paper Flower Tutorial by My Crazy Good Life

DIY Kid’s Paid Chore Chart by Over the Big Moon

Thanks and Giving Pumpkin Cut File by Liz on Call

How To Make Gorgeous Banners by Keys To Inspiration

Cricut Projects Using Vinyl

Check out these Cricut projects using vinyl.  There is a mix of both iron-on vinyl and adhesive vinyl projects to try to get you familiar with how to use one of my favorite materials to cut with the Cricut.

Make a DIY Towel Hook Board With Cricut Explore Air 2 by Liz on Call

Make Your Own Lip Print Sneakers With Cricut by Damask Love

DIY Custom Koozies by Persia Lou

DIY Mommy Is On A Break Socks by Practically Functional

Don’t Forget To Be Awesome Clutch by Artsy Fartsy Mama

DIY Make Your Own Custom Doormat by Ting and Things

Home Organization Ideas To Make With A Cricut by Atta Girl Says

DIY Kitchen Towels by Lydi Out Loud

How To Make A Vinyl Stencil In Cricut Design Space by Liz on Call

Custom Aprons with Cricut Iron On Vinyl by Make Life Lovely

Make Vinyl Car Window Decal Stickers by The Crafty Blog Stalker

DIY Striped Nautical Tote Bag with Cricut Explore by Damask Love

How to Make A Custom Rustic Sign with Cricut Explore by Frog Prince Paperie

How To Put Vinyl On Mugs by Jennifer Maker

Glitter Tumbler DIY by Leap of Faith Crafting

What Materials Can I Cut With My Cricut

Although paper and vinyl are the two most common materials used when it comes to Cricut Crafting, these projects are also great for the beginner Cricut crafters. Try your hand at one of the other materials Cricut can cut.

Shrinky Dink Snowflake Ornaments With Cricut Explore by Happiness is Homemade

DIY Leather Cuff by The Simple Crafted Life

Tooth Fairy Pillow by That’s What Che Said

DIY Horse Applique Pillow Pattern by Polkadot Chair

Paper Butterfly Canvas Wall Art Heart by Jennifer Maker

Easy To Make Heart Shaped Fabric Coasters by Create and Babble

How To Make A Simple Holly Felt Christmas Garland by Polkadot Chair

So which one of these projects are you going to try first?

If you are needing a little more guidance in getting started, check out my You Tube channel with all of my Cricut Tutorials.

Happy Crafting!

Liz