Cricut Project Ideas

    These Cricut project ideas are crafts and cards I have made that I would like to share with you all.  I own a Cricut Expression personal die-cutter machine, and I just love it.  

    I'm a beginner at using the machine.  I have been absolutely amazed at the creativity and talent I see from other people's Cricut projects. In fact, I hesitated even posting any of my projects since my card making is very simple compared to others, and I'm so new at this.  I often don't have all the pretty papers and embellishments on hand, but I thought maybe there are others like me who would like to know very simple instructions on how to make a very simple card, especially if you are in a hurry or don't have many supplies on hand. If so, this page is for you!

When I first began using the Cricut, I found a few things a bit confusing at times.  That being said, each project includes all the cut sizes, and even the buttons you need to press so there is no confusion.  You will find that each craft page does not include step by step photos; this is because most of the steps are simple and the same (cutting and gluing). I only own a few cartridges, but I hope to add to my collection as time goes by.  In addition, I have the Cricut Design Studio Software so some projects also include cut files.  You will need the same software and cartridges to use these files.  And please, as always, feel free to add your own Cricut project ideas to this page.  There is a form to do so near the bottom of the page.  Happy Cricuting!

Click here to see the crafts others have shared

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Beautiful Cricut Card - This is a pretty one appropriate for any occasion, using the Storybook cartridge.

Cricut 70th Birthday Card - This card is made using Storybook and Stamping Solutions.  The inside has a collage of photos of my Dad, in honor of his 70th birthday. 

Cricut Family Sign - See how I turned an ornate clock frame into a GOD BLESS OUR FAMILY plaque.  It is easy to do, and you can use any pretty frame you may have on hand.

Cricut Jewelry - Cricut project ideas can include jewelry too! Here's instructions on how to make Cricut jewelry using the Life is a Beach charms feature.
 
Cricut Mother's Day Card - Stamping Solutions cartridge is used to create a glittery dragonfly on a flower.  Also includes a Cricut Design Studio cut file to use with Lyrical Letters.
* Cut file included

Cricut Pirate Card - Have a matey that loves pirates? Avast! They'll love this card you make them with the Life is a Beach cartridge.

Cricut Sympathy Card - Stamping Solutions cartridge is used to make this simple sympathy card.

Cricut Wedding Card - This card is made using the Storybook cartridge and Lyrical Letters cartridge. A pretty wedding ring is suspended by a string between to love birds.

First Communion Card - This card is made using a Cricut Design Studio cross cut file with Accent Assentials and "Blessed Day" from Stamping Solutions.  It can be given for any religious occasions, such as a baptism, confirmation, or a wedding. * Cut file included

Life is a Beach Card - Life is a Beach cartridge is used to make a beach chair photo card.

Lyrical Letters Coffee Card - This cute card can be given "just because".  It uses the Lyrical Letters cartridge and fits perfectly into an envelope you can make using Platin SchoolBook.

Lyrical Letters Cricut Card - Lyrical Letters Cartridge is used to make these cards for my daughters' teachers in honor of Teacher's Appreciation week.

Simple Thank You Card - You can make this card in a flash using the Storybook cartridge.

Storybook Cricut Card - The Storybook cartridge has some beautiful scrolls and intricate designs.  This project shows how to use one of them on a card and also how to use ultra thick embossing powder to add a shiny dimension to the tag.

Teacher Thank You Card - This is an easy card with a pretty butterfly that you can make at the end of the year to show teacher appreciation.  It is made using the Storybook cartridge. 

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