6 Super Smart Ways to Save Money on Cricut DIY

Use less expensive materials.

If you’re just starting out, buy a small amount of vinyl and try it on a few projects. Once you know the kind of projects you like to do and how often you like to use your Cricut, buy your vinyl in bulk. You can also use other materials—such as card stock—for less than half the price of vinyl.

A great way to save money on Cricut DIY is by using what you already have! The Cricut Explore can cut many items that are lying around your house without buying extra materials, from old wrapping paper (find a neat design) to cardboard boxes (perfect for making mini-planters). Just think about the possibilities!

Another great way to save money is by using recycled and repurposed materials instead of buying new ones for every project. For example, if it takes five art canvases for your latest DIY idea, consider painting over them with different colors instead of investing in five more canvases and extra paint. A little elbow grease goes a long way when saving money!

You can also get more bang for your buck by purchasing materials that can be used on multiple projects instead of just one or two uses. If you have an upcoming Cricut project that requires some expensive materials, look around online to see if there are any additional crafts that use those same supplies. You may even be able to do multiple projects at the same time! This allows you cut down on costs while still doing all of your favorite crafts at once!

Test the cheapest options first.

The next time you’re starting a Cricut DIY project and cost is a concern, look at the dollar store first. You should always buy your materials locally to keep shipping costs low, but if you find something there that works for you, great. Look at a few different brands of vinyl, adhesive, and other materials to see which ones will be the best value; they may not have the same quality as more expensive brands, but they could work just as well for your project. Test out the cheapest blades and pens before going up a notch in price.

Finally, do some creative thinking about how to make your projects cheaper overall. Can you use cheaper materials? Try out different cutting blades or writing pens to see what works best on different surfaces or in certain conditions. Get inspired by others’ creations—but don’t forget that there are always ways to customize them with your own style or budget!

Reuse and repurpose.

Reuse and repurpose. This is a great way to get a lot of mileage out of an item by using it to make another item. Different items can be reused or repurposed in the following ways:

• Repurpose an existing item—you could take a set of wooden coasters and turn them into a wall hanging.
• Reuse by making multiple items out of one—you could use strips of paper and let your Cricut make dozens of bookmarks for you.
• Repurpose an item to make it more useful or valuable—you could stencil your own design on a plain t-shirt, rather than buying one.

Get creative with placement.

• Consider the size of your design. No one wants a tiny, inconsequential design sitting in the corner of their project. Cricut Design Space is all about customization, so you can make your designs as large or small as you need! One way to save money on materials is by using the smallest design possible.
• Combine multiple designs. Why not use more than one design—especially if they are small? You can combine them into a single project and then keep using that same file for every new project afterward!

Shop around.

The first thing you should do when crafting is to shop around for materials and supplies. You can save a ton of money on projects by finding the lowest cost for the materials you need. For example, if you want to purchase felt, check out your local craft store’s clearance section or the nearest thrift store. You might be surprised at how much you can save just by shopping around and comparing prices!

If you’re looking for extra savings, consider purchasing refurbished or secondhand equipment or tools as well as refurbished Cricut machines. These are great options if you plan on using your Cricut machine on a regular basis but aren’t looking to spend a small fortune on it.

You can save money when you use a Cricut.

One of the best things about using a Cricut is that it can save you money in a lot of different ways. The machine makes detailed cuts so precise that it would be difficult to get them right by hand. This saves money on costly mistakes. A Cricut can also work with multiple materials, so you don’t have to buy several machines for different kinds of projects.

The best way to save money on your Cricut DIY is to use the machine for multiples. If you are making cards, invitations, or any other project that requires multiple copies of the same design, a Cricut will do all of the hard work for you and ensure your designs are identical!