Frequently asked questions about Cricut

Cricut makes smart cutting machines that work with an easy-to-use app, an ever-growing collection of materials, and crafting essentials to help you design and personalize almost anything — custom cards, unique apparel, everyday items, and so much more.

You can design and personalize almost anything — apparel, decor, labels, cards, and so much more. With your ideas and the endless inspiration of the Cricut community, the possibilities for expressing your creativity are truly limitless. Check out our Cricut blog and get inspired.

First, you need a cutting machine. Then, check out Cricut Learn for an ever-growing offering of free educational resources, including live workshops, on-demand courses, crafting guides, and much more. You can also find inspiration and guidance from the Cricut Community on our social channels. If you have a Cricut Maker 3 or Cricut Explore 3 machine, you can learn by doing (and making!) with fun, interactive lessons available in your Learning Plan in Design Space. Complete the basics with materials that come with your machine, then go deeper with lessons on vinyl, iron-on, and paper — even grab a Cricut Learning Kit for all the materials and tools you need to complete these in-depth courses. 

There’s a cutting machine for every crafter at every level. No design experience required — you can learn as you make. To figure out which cutting machine is right for you, consider what you want to create. To make things like labels and custom cards, check out Cricut Joy. If you want to make labels and cards, plus things like personalized T-shirts, home decor, and more, Cricut Explore 3 is a great option. If you want to make all those things and much more, Cricut Maker 3 is the one for you. You should also consider the types of materials and tools you want to use — plus the available space you have at home. We have a handy machine comparison chart and a quiz to help you find your perfect machine match.

Design Space is our free and easy-to-use companion app for desktop and mobile. The app is where you’ll find the images and fonts you need to create or customize your designs. When you’re ready to cut, the app tells you when and how to load your machine with a mat and/or material to ensure precise cuts every time. Design Space is also home to our vibrant Cricut community — a place to share, support, and inspire creativity.

A cutting machine is an investment in your creativity, but we understand it is also an expense. We have partnered with Affirm to offer financing options. Additionally, our cutting machine bundles offer great value with popular materials and tools included.

With a cutting machine, you can personalize just about anything — cards, apparel, decor, and so much more. Crafting with a Cricut machine is a feel-good and fun way to express your creativity for every season and for all the reasons. You can make custom cards for birthdays, personal name cards for dinners, create your dream seasonal decor, make jerseys for the whole team, and so much more. Instead of buying things at the store or paying someone to personalize an item for you, you’ll have the power to make it yourself. Our members think that is priceless.