With Mother’s Day right around the corner and wedding season on the horizon too, gifting can become expensive, especially if you want give personalized gifts. Cricut machines are a great way to make DIY heartfelt gifts, get creative, and save money.
I got my hands on the Cricut Maker 3, an electronic cutting machine that is capable of cutting on 300 different materials. Whether you want to create banners, shirts, cards, signs, or engrave metals—Cricut Maker 3 is your go-to tool.
The Maker line-up of machines offers the best of class functions and features to support you in your creative ideas, and the Cricut Maker 3 is the most advanced smart cutting device yet.
What’s in the Box
The Cricut Maker 3 machines comes with a premium fine-point blade and housing, USB cable, power adapter, free trial subscription to Cricut Access, 100 free pre-designed projects in the companion app, and materials for a practice cut.
Functionality
When it comes to functionality, the Cricut Maker 3 can work on over 300 different materials.
It has an adaptive tool system that allows you to use 13 different tools such as blades and knives. The Cricut Maker 3 comes with a fine point blade but other tools are sold separately.
I was very impressed by the precise cutting capabilities. The adaptive tool system feature helps create intricate designs on various materials including leather, felt, matboard, and more.
Features
The overall design is sleek and simple. It’s ready-to-use out of the box and it’s quick to set up.
One of the main features of the Cricut Maker 3 is its capability to integrate with Cricut’s design software called Design Space. This is a must learn software to create and customize designs. The interface is very user-friendly but there is a learning curve involved given the features and options. I would recommend watching YouTube tutorials to truly understand the machine and learn how to best use it for your needs.
Additionally, it’s much faster and powerful than the Cricut Maker. You can produce intricate and detailed projects without compromising quality.
Lastly, the wireless connectivity is also very convenient. You can effortlessly connect your Cricut Maker 3 to your Design Space on your computer.
Project ideas
As I was exploring the Design Space software, I came across exciting ideas and examples for Mother’s Day and wedding DIY projects.
For example, a classic yet personalized Mother’s Day gift idea could be a card. The Cricut Maker 3 can be used to customize shapes, designs, cutouts, and add a unique touch that your mom will cherish.
When it comes to wedding DIY decor, there is a whole world of possibilities that exist that you may have not even known. From signs, table cards, to crepe flowers that make for beautiful centrepieces— the precision and ease to create your wedding decor just the way you want will make your wedding prep journey unforgettable.
Is the Cricut Maker 3 Worth It?
Yes! Although it comes with a steep price tag and there is a learning curve, it is a very powerful and versatile machine. If you want to personalize gifts or start a small business, this is well worth the price.
From my personal experience being a beginner to cutting tools, I am confident anyone can learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3. It does take a few tries to get it right whether it’s the design, the size, or another small detail. Once you get the hang of it, it’s a lot of fun to create all sorts of projects.
If you value innovative tools that enhance your creativity or simply want to get started on your creative journey, the Cricut Maker 3 is a great choice for enthusiasts and beginners alike. —Farah Khan
Win! A $878 Cricut Maker 3 Prize Bundle!
Congrats Kasy P. of Ajax, ON, who will receive an $878 Cricut Maker 3 Prize Bundle, including:
- Cricut Maker 3
- Essential Tool Set
- Smart Vinyl – Black, White, Champagne, Silver
- Transfer Tape
- Cutting Mats, Variety Pack
- Pen Set, Everyday Collection
- Smart Sticker Cardstock – White, Pastels
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May 8th, 2024 at 7:25 am
Unfortunately I do not see this contest
@LarsenBaldry
May 9th, 2024 at 12:14 pm
I would love to make some personalized wine glasses and mugs for my mom and family! @emmamansbridge
May 9th, 2024 at 12:44 pm
The first thing I would make is a Birthday card for my Granddaughter birthday and maybe a cake topper
May 9th, 2024 at 12:46 pm
forgot to leave my IG handle @harriette106742
May 9th, 2024 at 12:56 pm
I’d make stickers to personalize my daughters water bottles
May 9th, 2024 at 1:11 pm
I work with toddlers and some calls me mom?and I love it even though I’m not a mom yet. So if I win I would love to make something for them.
Here’s my instagram @sukhbrarr
May 9th, 2024 at 1:11 pm
Some DIY Party Decor / design for my son’s upcoming birthday party @pearlsreview_
May 9th, 2024 at 1:26 pm
I would make designs for mugs @mpcaper
May 9th, 2024 at 1:34 pm
I’d love to make vinyl stickers to decorate my kindle!!
@jocelynho_
May 9th, 2024 at 1:36 pm
I’d make a card! So many awesome examples to gather inspiration from.
@unellid
May 9th, 2024 at 1:40 pm
I would love to make a new sparkly black tote bag for me and my mom
@morganreviewsit
May 9th, 2024 at 1:56 pm
I’d make some shirts.
May 9th, 2024 at 2:07 pm
would make a card for my granddaughter’s upcoming birthday ? ❤️ @mmsittie
May 9th, 2024 at 3:32 pm
A Birthday Card for my daughter
@LarsenBaldry
May 9th, 2024 at 3:53 pm
Besides Mother’s Day cards, I would cut some lettering for a sign I’m making and make some cake toppers.
@auntie_steph
May 9th, 2024 at 4:38 pm
I would make tags for my plants in the garden – following on IG @jillmacaulay8883
May 9th, 2024 at 4:43 pm
I would experiment making my own all occasion cards
@9nickyc
May 9th, 2024 at 5:17 pm
I would make iron on labels to attach to gifts I have made my grandchildren so they would always remember how much I love them
@dianelstenner
May 9th, 2024 at 6:49 pm
Oh wow! This would be amazing to make wedding decor, invitations and thank you cards that look handwritten ? ❤️ ? ? ? ? ? @cheer4cher
May 9th, 2024 at 7:01 pm
Decal for my car!
@sam.t.nguyen
May 9th, 2024 at 7:26 pm
I cat mom t-shirt! @janinerutledge
May 9th, 2024 at 9:08 pm
I would start with a Mother’s Day card!
IG @vivianwhyu
May 9th, 2024 at 9:27 pm
Special cards for friends♥️
@aliceltranty on IG
May 9th, 2024 at 11:45 pm
Tumblers & mugs!
crazy_for_crafts15
May 10th, 2024 at 5:15 am
I’m getting early and starting to make Christmas ornaments! @quiltcrazyyy
May 10th, 2024 at 5:34 am
I’d make labels for my kids’ stuff
@emilyisland
May 10th, 2024 at 6:25 am
a special 75th birthday card @duffmr
May 10th, 2024 at 7:47 am
I would love to make homemade greeting cards
Kristymun
May 10th, 2024 at 7:50 am
A beautiful wedding card ❤️ @doreenlamoureux
May 10th, 2024 at 8:45 am
If I won I would give this to my very creative teen. She would make some greeting cards first. (Instagram name @vhsys)
May 10th, 2024 at 8:48 am
@maadhatter22
A water bottle with a photography theme.
May 10th, 2024 at 8:56 am
a birthday card @maryandcedar
May 10th, 2024 at 9:13 am
There is truly so many things I want to make. I need name tags for an upcoming event. Also need a prize for another event, its groups 3 groups and would do funny mugs! And t-shirts for the teams! Omgoodness I would have so much fun!
May 10th, 2024 at 9:27 am
Since I have never used one of these machines I would try making some greeting cards to start. @lyndac1968
May 10th, 2024 at 9:33 am
My bff granddaughter is getting married on July 27th and was over yesterday talking about how she needs to make signs for the tables etc etc….so we would be making ALL the Wedding stuff! ❤️
May 10th, 2024 at 11:29 am
#2 I would make mugs for my friends and family @stephaniemacisaac
May 10th, 2024 at 3:07 pm
I will make my first personalized labels for my containers. Ig: happysavemore
May 10th, 2024 at 6:18 pm
I would make unicorns decor for my daughter’s bday party. She loves unicorns ?
IG:jansavealot
May 10th, 2024 at 6:29 pm
Matching family shirts @sata.marie.a
May 10th, 2024 at 6:41 pm
I’d probably cut out a felt puppet design first. @torontomom
May 10th, 2024 at 6:58 pm
I would make greeting cards.
IG @minty_mo2020
May 10th, 2024 at 8:14 pm
A 3d mandala displayed in a shadow box
May 11th, 2024 at 2:46 am
I saw the IG post and came to checkout the website! It seriously looks like it does everything and MORE! I wouldn’t know where to start cuz I’d want to try it all but I do love stickers and decals so I’d prob go straight to that! ? my IG is @donnan8er
May 11th, 2024 at 2:58 am
I would make personalized gifts!
@ccuma
May 11th, 2024 at 5:02 am
Having a summer BBQ reunion next month. Would love to try making personalized napkin rings. Looks pertty easy for a beginner. thanks so much for the opportunity. I have wanted one for a long time.
May 11th, 2024 at 6:15 am
I would make a kindergarten teacher t-shirt.
pamalot28
May 11th, 2024 at 6:42 am
I’d help my daughter to make her sticker art!
@kingsleyvintage
May 11th, 2024 at 11:36 am
I would make some lovely homemade cards to give to my family. On ig lillianmb23
May 11th, 2024 at 12:00 pm
I would love to make some coffee mugs.
@caro.craftnook
May 12th, 2024 at 3:49 am
The first thing I’d makes with my new Cricut Maker 3 would be personalized stickers for my kids’ water bottles. @lindsayjaykay on Instagram
May 12th, 2024 at 5:54 am
I would start with teacher and custodian appreciation cards.
@@amandalmasters99
May 12th, 2024 at 1:38 pm
I’d make some home
Decor items for my home ❤️❤️
May 13th, 2024 at 5:29 am
I will try and make mugs for Father’s Day. @sandufoe
May 13th, 2024 at 8:34 am
I would make birthday cards.
@maibdan
May 13th, 2024 at 10:51 am
I am going to decorate my niece’s 8th birthday party with all my creativity and with a princess theme. My niece deserves the best, so I always give my best effort. However, I can’t do it without the help of Cricut. @cricut_ca @vitadailymedia the BEST!!
@alejatm88
May 13th, 2024 at 2:28 pm
I’d make a custom family sign for our new renovated family room!
Ig: proudmomjess
May 13th, 2024 at 5:03 pm
The first this I would make with this maker 3? I’d make my friend’s day. I already own a maker, and love it to bits. My friend would never buy one for herself, so I’d love to gift her one. Right now she comes over and uses mine which is lots of fun, but not as convenient for her.
May 14th, 2024 at 11:37 am
Personalized T-Shirts . SweetTD93
May 14th, 2024 at 7:33 pm
I would make garden markers. Ig @countrylivingwithkids
May 15th, 2024 at 9:45 am
I’d been starting by making greeting cards! @Connie8051
May 15th, 2024 at 2:38 pm
Greeting cards @sweetsweetpapaya
May 15th, 2024 at 7:37 pm
Shirt with her name and PhD @xuliang889
May 15th, 2024 at 8:09 pm
I would make a sign for above my bed.
May 15th, 2024 at 11:55 pm
greeting cards!
@seafoodmwg on instagram
May 16th, 2024 at 6:35 am
I would make a birthday banner for my son’s 10th birthday coming up in July.
@greco2412
May 16th, 2024 at 6:47 am
Mother, daughter matching T-Shirts. @bella_loulou1
May 16th, 2024 at 1:03 pm
I used to make hand-made cards all the time years ago, I figure Cricut will help with this endeavour enormously.
@msdanieli
May 16th, 2024 at 6:07 pm
I would make t-shirts for our trip to Disney
@lauriecollins0712
May 16th, 2024 at 7:05 pm
Birthday invitations ❤️ @review_mama
May 16th, 2024 at 11:16 pm
I’d make shirts for the kids!
@leemiss_
August 3rd, 2024 at 9:48 pm
It’s a sign I have been searching to get 1 for a while since my daughter made the team to be a cheerleader it’s getting expensive I would like to make my own stuff for her and her team and I have more kids so it would be nice to have one to make all kinds of things..
Monicamedina790@gmail.com
August 3rd, 2024 at 9:49 pm
It’s a sign I have been searching to get 1 for a while since my daughter made the team to be a cheerleader it’s getting expensive I would like to make my own stuff for her and her team and I have more kids so it would be nice to have one to make all kinds of things..?
Monicamedina790@gmail.com