When I started using the Cricut I was a little intimidated. But with these Cricut Vinyl Ideas For Beginners, you don’t have to be. They’re so simple, easy and fun, you’ll be weeding and ironing on in no time making and designing your own Cricut vinyl projects!!
The fun thing is most of these projects will work well with any of the Cricut Cutting Machines, even the Cricut Joy. And all of these Cricut for beginners projects are very easy Cricut projects and a few even include free svg files.
Cricut Vinyl Ideas
In this list of 27 Cricut Vinyl Projects you will find everything from home decor to awesome gift ideas to make with adhesive vinyl. These fun projects are so easy because of the step by step instructions, you could make them all without breaking a sweat.
One of the best ways to learn how to use your Cricut machine is to just jump right in. And, if you’re like me, you learn best by doing. So, I just went through and found the best Cricut beginner tutorials to scope out the ones that really get you doing rather than just baby-footing.
I mean, I get it that you want to ease into it. I certainly want to do that. But you want to take appropriate-sized steps, right? That’s exactly where these Cricut for beginners projects come in handy.
No, I want some designs I’ll be really proud of. Something that will keep me motivated to make the next thing.
Plus, frankly, I want to make something COOL if it’s my first time, right?! Like for real–why bother breaking out the new crafting machine if the project won’t be awesome?!
So, basically, I found the best of the best Cricut for beginner ideas and projects.
Grab your computer or iPad and open Cricut Design Space, because we’re about to get crafty! And when your done with this make sure to check out these Cricut Home Decor Projects.
27 Cricut Vinyl Projects For Beginners
Easy DIY Wall Art With Cricut Vinyl + Free Cut Files
DIy wall art is a great way to make a ho-hum space looking amazing. Cricut wall art is really easy to make using your Explore Air or even your Maker. This DIY Wall Decor is super simple, just download the free SVG and upload right into design space, resize and cut!
Cricut Iron-On Grill Master Apron
This Cricut Iron-On Grill Master Apron is going to be a great gift. You can personalize it to make it a unique and cool gift for your dad or even as a gift for another holiday!
How To Make A Custom Welcome Mat Using Your Cricut
Literally one of my favorite projects ever fro the Cricut. It seems a little counterintuitive, but the results are undeniably awesome.
We Are Just Family Free SVG for Family Wall Art
This is just the everything to my everything. Seriously sums up my love for my family. Plus grab a free svg with this fun project!
How To Make Personalized Coffee Cups With Adhesive Vinyl
These diy coffee tumblers are a fun and inexpensive gift for anyone. You can use them for hot cocoa too!
How To Make A Unicorn Pumpkin With The Cricut
When it comes to making your unicorn pumpkin, just like any other craft, you can take a few liberties. Use your imagination to find more ways to make yours unique!
How To Make Easy Butterfly Framed Decor
This framed butterfly decor craft is simple and easy with the help of your Cricut machine. You will also have SVG files to take a few steps out of the design process.
Easy Spice Jar Labels With Cricut Joy
The Cricut joy is a cute little machine that packs a powerful punch. It may be small but it sure can get the job done quickly and easily. In this case, the job is the spice jar labels.
Simple DIY Welcome Sign For Cricut with Free Cut Files
This DIY welcome sign is one of the crafts that has become easy with these machines. You do not even have to worry about the design step because you have access to the free SVG files as well!
Father's Day Mugs With The Cricut Joy
Making a personalized mug will be easy and fun for you with these simple instructions. All you will need is your Cricut Joy, a few other materials, and your creativity.
Mason Jar Bathroom Set With The Cricut
This craft comes with free cut files to use to design your mason jars. Your mason jar bathroom set will look better than ever with the help of these files and your creativity.
Rae Dunn Inspired Kitchen Set With The Cricut
If you have found yourself getting really into the farmhouse look, this Rae Dunn Inspired kitchen set is exactly what you need right now. With easy and clear steps, you will have your own set in no time.
Cricut Joy Fathers Day BBQ Dry Jar Idea
Making a dry rub jar is the perfect Father's Day gift for your dad! There is not much else that they love over grilling so this present will be perfect!
How To Make A Coir Mat Using Flex Seal Colors
This coir mat craft will take time and patience. It is important to give everything the time it needs. You have to cut your stencils, take the stencil off the transfer tape, and let the paint dry. Rushing this craft will lead to you not getting the best product as the outcome.
How To Make A Clock
Have you ever wanted to make your own clock. Now that you have a cricut you can make and design your own clock or, if you don’t want to design it yourself you can grab my SVG here.
Easy Cricut Personalized Cups For Kids
Make these awesome (and easy) Cricut personalized cups for kids. Learn how to apply vinyl to a cylindrical surface like a cup or mug in minutes!
How To Make Wedding Koozies With Your EasyPress Mini
Custom Wedding koozies are a popular wedding gift idea for the bride and groom to give as wedding favors for summer weddings. And the EasyPress Mini makes it a breeze.
Cricut Baby Milestones by Month Onesies
Cricut Baby Milestones by Month Onesies - Get creative with these Cricut Baby Milestones by Month Onesies. Such a thoughtful gift idea and you can customize them in any way you want. Easy baby gift!
How To Make A Wall Mounted Key Holder
Get organized with this wall mounted key holder! Never forget your keys, wallet or phone with this terrific reminder and organizer.
How To Make A Reverse Canvas With Free Cut File
Reverse Canvas Tutorial with a free cut file is a fun way to dress up your home. A homemade reverse canvas that costs a fraction of buying one.
How To Make A Custom Doormat
Check out my custom doormat DIY. This is a fantastic way to dress up your front door and greet your guests with personality.
This Unicorn Trainer Unicorn SVG for Cricut Makes Adorable Kid Shirts!
this unicorn trainer hot cup is so cute. It’s a very simple and inexpensive gift that you can throw into a basket or handed over alone.
Get this Retro Love Free Valentines SVG That is So Fun, it's Hip
This amazing love you sure it would be perfect for any Valentine’s Day gift or just for any day. Tshirts are definitely 1 of my favorite vinyl projects.
Funny Parenting This is the Way Mandalorian SVG - Free Cut File
You gotta make a set of awesome Mandalorian t-shirts for yourself and the significant other. So funny.
Tips for Using Iron On Vinyl on Wood
yes you can press vinyl to work check out this cool cricket vinyl project that uses wood as the material.
How to DIY Personalized Mugs and Tea Cups
if you wanna make a mug for you and the girls this hot stuff project is perfect.
Cricut Glass Etching On Bathroom Tiles And Etching Cream
edge tile can be so beautiful and elegant. These tile nameplates make amazing wedding gifts and even for baby showers.
What Do I Need to Make These Cricut For Beginners Vinyl Ideas?
The basics for any of these Cricut projects are the same and here is what you need:
- Heat Transfer Vinyl or Iron-on Vinyl
- Transfer Tape
- Base Material (T-shirt, Glass, wood, etc.)
- Standard Light Grip Cutting Mat
- Cricut EasyPress 2 Heat Press
- Cricut Explore Air 2, Cricut Maker or other Cricut Machine
Such an easy way to customize and make things totally uniquely yours, plus, just super fun. And, if you’re looking for more awesome ideas, check out Design Space, search for the other amazing beginner cut files there.
