Are you the new owner of the Cricut Maker machine? Congrats! I’m sure you are excited. But now you’re also wondering what else you will need to use with your Cricut Maker machine. Luckily, we have compiled a list of must-haves Cricut Maker accessories recommendations to help you get started.
Scoring Wheel Combo Pack
This is the best Scoring Wheel Combo Pack of Cricut Maker accessories that contains 01 single scoring line (for cardstock, etc.) and 02 double scoring lines (for unique smart materials like acetate, foil poster board, etc.). It gives you excellent crisp folding lines. This is much better than just using the Scoring Stylus.
Cricut Cutting Mats
Cricut Cutting Mats are an essential part of Cricut Maker accessories when working with the Cricut Maker, so you’ll want to have the parts on hand as they tend to wear out depending on your use. Select parts based on the type of material you will be using with the Cricut Maker. You usually get 1 Light Grip (Blue Mat) and 1 fabric (Pink Mat) with your Cricut Maker. Mats are available in 12X12 (the most popular) and 12X24 sizes.
Knife Blade and Housing
Home decor woodworking projects and puzzles are fun Cricut projects to do. The Knife Blade and Housing are the perfect Cricut Maker accessories when you want to cut the thicker Balsa Wood and 2mm chipboard sold by Cricut. It would be best to have a replacement blade as they wear out after some projects.
Brayer and Remover Tool
The Brayer and Remover Tool is important in Cricut Maker accessories if you often use a Fabric Grip Mat. Also, it will be the best tool for keeping your fabric down consistently so you can get the perfect cut with whatever rotary blade you use (it came with the Cricut Maker).
Premium Fine Point Replacement Blade
This Premium Fine Point Blade in the Fine Point Blade Housing installed in the Cricut maker will be used with paper and vinyl for most of your cutting projects. These blades are long-lasting and calibrated in Cricut Maker and Cricut Explore machines. You’ll want to have a spare blade on hand if it needs replacing.
Fabric Grip Mat
Fabric Grip Mat (Pink) will offer increased power, density, and quality and a lightweight adhesive that makes beautiful cuts with various fabrics. You can use this mat to cut and felt a wide range of fabrics and trims. You can use the rotary blade of the Cricut Maker that came with the Cricut Maker.
Tip: Don’t Wash This Mat to clean it. This removes the light adhesive. Don’t scrape it either. Use a brayer to press down on the fabric for continuous cutting. Finally, you will have to replace this mat once it is completely sticky.
Weeding Tool Kit
The Weeding Tool Kit is the best Cricut Maker accessory when you want to cut vinyl or iron-on (heat transfer vinyl) with the Cricut Maker. These unique tools help you remove unwanted pieces after cutting (“that means weeding”).
Scraper and Spatula
The Scraper and Spatula help you lift your projects off the Cricut mat. They are undoubtedly necessary for most types of crafting that you will do with the Cricut Maker. This Scraper and Spatula are helpful Cricut Maker accessories to use when working with the Cricut Maker.
Cricut Iron-On
The Cricut Iron-on is what you will need for making tote bags, t-shirts, aprons, etc. It is available in various colors and specialty types – patterned, foil, glitter, etc. Also, you can use it on wood. You need a heat press source to implement Iron-on/Heat Transfer Vinyl. We recommend the Cricut EasyPress 2 Machines; choose the size best suits your needs and budget.
Cricut Sewing Kit
The Cricut Sewing Kit is a great Cricut Maker accessories guide tool kit if you want to cut fabric with the Cricut Maker. It has an 8″ fabric shear, thread snips, seam ripper, set of pins, measuring tape, adorable Cricut Maker pin cushion, and a leather thimble.
Cricut Fabrics
The Cricut fabrics are great to cut with the Cricut Maker machine using a Rotary Blade Housing that comes with the Cricut machine. There’s a great variety to pick from designer fabric, fusible fabric, pre-cut fabric, and even quilting kits. You need to use a Fabric Grip Mat with any fabric you select to cut with the Cricut Maker machine. Are you ready to try sample fabric projects or even make clothes or blankets? Give it a try; the Design Space app has various cutting designs/patterns to select from.
Cricut 2mm Chipboard
The Cricut 2mm Chipboard is unique chipboard created to use with Cricut Knife Blades. This is perfect for sturdy wall art, school projects, photo frames, decorations, and puzzles. It can be cut with a Cricut maker machine and Knife Blade only. Also, you’ll need a Strong Grip Mat (and a roll of painter’s tape to keep the chipboard in place).
Premium Adhesive Vinyl (Permanent & Removable)
Cricut Premium Adhesive Vinyl is what you will need for sign-making and your home decor projects. It is available in various colors and specialty types. Weeding and applying the Cricut brand is easy. Be sure to grab a weeding tool kit to help you weed the vinyl. Also, it would be best if you had Transfer Tape to help lift your vinyl and hold it on your item.
Cricut Felt
The Cricut Felt can cut beautifully in the Cricut Maker machine using a Rotary Blade Housing that comes with the Cricut machine. It is perfect for children’s craft projects, stuffed shapes, fun fashion, baby decorations, etc. It has available packs in various colors.
The Cricut cardstock and specialty papers are the best Cricut Maker accessories that cut perfectly with the machine. Create cards, scrapbook pages, and party decorations. It is available in various colors and specialty materials like glitter, pearl, shimmer, poster board, craft board, corrugated, etc. It has 12X12 and even 12X24 for large-size projects.
You can get many items with the Cricut Maker machine, but this blog covers the Cricut Maker accessories essentials of making a list and getting items you’ll use.
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