You won’t believe the adventure I’ve been on lately, learning how to make stickers with Cricut. So, I’ve always had this thing for stickers, like, a serious obsession. It’s all because of my love for bullet journaling. I love making those colorful, expressive pages where I jot down my thoughts and plans. But recently, I had an epiphany – what if I could take my BuJo game to a new level?
That’s where my sticker-making journey began. I was practically bursting with excitement to give it a shot. Making my own stickers had been on my crafty to-do list forever, and now was the time to dive right in! Trust me, if you’re a fan of stickers like me or just looking to add personal flair to your projects, you’re in for a treat. Stick around because I’m about to spill all the tea on how to make stickers with Cricut and take your creativity to the next level!
So, join me on this sticker-making rollercoaster, where we’ll explore Cricut crafting together. We’re talking vibrant, custom stickers that’ll have your BuJo, scrapbooks, and DIY projects stand out like never before. With a little flair and enthusiasm, we’re about to go on a creative journey to make you the sticker queen or king of your dreams! Let’s dive in and make some sticker magic happen.
Materials
Let me breakdown what you’ll need for this project:
- Printable Adhesive Sticker Paper
- Cricut machine (Any Cricut Machine can make stickers, but I used a Cricut Explore Air 2 if you are interested.)
- Color Printer
How to Make Stickers with Cricut
Open up the Cricut Design Space app, and start a fresh project.
Print Then Cut Files
Click on “images,” and make sure to choose “Print Then Cut” for this sticker-making magic. Now, search for the image you want to use. If you spot a green “A” in the top corner, it’s free with your Cricut Access subscription. If not, you might need to pay a tiny fee, usually around $0.99. Once you’ve found your image, click on it, and pop it onto your canvas.
Once you’ve found your image, click on it and pop it onto your canvas. Use your magical resizing powers to make it the size you want – I went for about an inch wide. Add more images if you like, and adjust their sizes too.
Cut Files
Now, let’s talk about Cut Files. Click on “images” again, uncheck “Print Then Cut,” and maybe check “Cut Only” to see the cut files. Find your cut file, pop it in, and hit “Add Images.”
But wait, there’s more – let’s add an outline (that’s called an offset) around your image. Set it to 0.125, make it white, and if there are any empty spaces between the letters and the outline, no worries. Click on “Contour,” and remove the gaps. Or, if you want to do it quickly, just hit “Hide All Contours” to remove them all at once.
Now, select all the sticker layers on the right, right-click, and hit “Flatten.” The first “Flatten” makes the turquoise and pink bits stick together. For the colorful layer and the outline, same thing, right-click, and flatten. Now, it’s a flat sticker!
Slide and resize your sticker to the size you want – I want my stickers to be 1 inch in width.
Original Images
Ready for custom stickers? Cool, head over to www.adobe.com/express (it’s free, no need to pay) to zap backgrounds from your images. You can also remove the backgrounds on Canva and Cricut, but you need paid subscriptions to do it on both of those apps.
Upload your edited image to Cricut, pop it onto your canvas, add an outline (yup, 0.125 again, white), right-click, and flatten it to make it a sticker. Copy and paste, and you’ll have three of each sticker.
Jump over to “Make It.” Now, if you’re not in the Cricut Access club, you’ll need to pay, so hit “Checkout.” If you’re in, just click “Continue,” and let’s start printing!
Printing Your Stickers
Click “Send to Printer,” pick your printer from the list, and hit “Print.” Oh, quick tip – make sure your sticker paper’s shiny side is up, and the print side is down when you load it into your printer.
Now, stick your freshly printed sticker paper onto your Cricut Mat, starting from the top left corner.
How to Make Kiss Cut Stickers
Want your Cricut to cut through both layers? Set your machine to cardstock and hit “Go.” If you’re just into the “Kiss Cut” style (cutting only the top layer), set your machine to “Custom,” choose “sticker paper” on your computer, and then hit “Go.”
Ta-da! Peel your project off the mat, peel your stickers away, and bam – you’ve mastered sticker-making in three different ways: with cut files, Print Then Cut files, and even your own custom images.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between Cut Files and Print Then Cut files in Cricut?
Cut Files are digital blueprints used for cutting shapes, designs, and text from various materials, while Print Then Cut files are designed for printing and then cutting with precision using Cricut.
What is the process for making vinyl stickers with Cricut?
You can create stickers with a Cricut machine by calibrating it, adding/uploading a printable image to the design canvas, and then using the Print Then Cut feature. This process ensures the precise cutting of your stickers, and it’s explained in detail in Cricut tutorials and crafting guides.
What is Cricut?
Cricut is a brand of electronic cutting machines that can be used for various DIY and crafting projects, including making stickers.
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Conclusion
Alright, it’s time to wrap things up! From getting started with the essentials to designing, cutting, and applying adhesive to our stickers, it’s been quite the ride. I hope you’ve had as much fun learning how to make stickers with Cricut as I did, and that you’re now armed with the knowledge and confidence to take your BuJo, scrapbooks, and DIY projects to the next level.
The sticker-making possibilities with Cricut are endless! So, don’t stop here. Keep experimenting, creating, and sharing your sticker masterpieces with the world. Remember, your creativity is limitless, and your unique designs will inspire others in the crafting community. Whether it’s adding a personal touch to your planner or gifting custom stickers to friends, set your imagination free. So go on, sticker queen or king, and let your creative journey continue!
Now go get crafty, keep adding that creative touch to the world, and remember to come back because you never know what crafty surprise I’ll have next time. Stay awesome, friend!
