It’s time to dust off your Cricut or Silhouette cutting machine and start getting crafty! These simple Cricut or Silhouette craft projects are perfect for beginners and use supplies that you may already have at home or come with a starter bundle.
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We are in the midst of unprecedented times with the coronavirus affecting so many people. Schools are out, people are working from home, and many stores are closed.
Somehow, even with my new task of trying to homeschool my kids and simultaneously work from home, I actually have a little extra time on my hands. Have you noticed this, too? It must be that the kids don’t have any sports going on, or playdates, or maybe just fewer distractions. But, I’ve found myself picking up old hobbies that I haven’t done in years.
What Cricut and Silhouette Projects Can I Do With Minimal Supplies?
The biggest problem with getting started with my hobbies right now is that it’s difficult to buy supplies for a lot of the things I want to do. The craft stores around us are completely closed. (I’m jealous of you folks that still have curbside pickup.) Grocery stores are out of a lot of core ingredients I need for baking. And, my beloved Amazon is taking almost a month to get a lot of items shipped.
So, since Samantha and I love using our Silhouette and Cricut machines (she’s a Cricut user and I have a Silhouette), we thought we’d share a lot of great cutting projects that use supplies that you probably already have at home or may have come with a starter bundle. It’s time to find some creative ways to fill up your time!
How Do I get Started with my Cricut or Silhouette cutting machine?
Did you get your cutting machine for Christmas or a birthday, and it’s sat in the box ever since? I promise you’re not alone. We also have the best intentions when it comes to picking up new hobbies, but then life gets in the way. That’s one of the hidden blessings during a time like this. We have a little more time on our hands, so it’s the perfect time to get started.
If you’re using a Cricut, you can find some great beginner tips here, and if you’re using a Silhouette, you can check out this great video tutorial. But, no matter what cutting machine you’re using, the best way to start learning is to just get it out and start making stuff.
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Cricut or Silhouette Projects That Use Basic Supplies
If you've recently been cleaning up and organizing with this extra time on your hands, maybe it's time to spruce up with this painted laundry room sign. It's the perfect way to use up some of that scrap wood in the garage.
Find a slice of wood from a tree or a scrap piece of wood and some stones to create this Tic Tac Toe game. This is a great project because you can make it with or without your cutting machine.
Are you taking advantage of the spring weather and doing some gardening during this time of social distancing? Repurpose an old hanging shoe organizer to hold your garden tools and keep your garage organized.
If you have any leftover tiles from a kitchen or bathroom update, they are easy to turn into coasters to use around the house or give as gifts.
Out of removable adhesive vinyl? Use freezer paper to create stencils for all sorts of items.
You'll love how this mother of 4 uses her Cricut to keep track of everyone's identical socks.
Turn a page from an old book into beautiful artwork with a favorite quote using this easy tutorial.
Updated Wooden Doorbell Cover with Vinyl Monogram {Thanks to Cricut Explore Air}
Those outdated doorbell covers can be such an eyesore. We love this idea on how to turn it into something your family will love!
I've been cleaning out closets and drawers recently and have a pile of old shirts to donate. This t-shirt bag tutorial is such a great way to upcycle some of those shirts!
Using some of your free time to organize your craft room? These upcycled tin cans are such a great way to keep everything sorted.
By the time we are done with everything that is going on with the coronavirus right now, I think that we are all going to have plenty of people in our lives to thank. Stock up on thank you cards by making this simple design with either adhesive foil or vinyl.
This memory game is such a great idea, especially at a time when we are struggling to find things for the kids to do!
Each of these projects uses minimal supplies and is easy enough for even Cricut or Silhouette beginners. Hopefully, it will be easier to obtain crafting supplies in the upcoming weeks and months as we practice social distancing, but until then, these simple Cricut and Silhouette projects are the perfect way to use some of the more common cutting machine supplies that you probably already have on hand.
Cutting Machine Tools and Supplies
Delivery times can be quite long if you’re shopping online nowadays, but we’ve found a few things that as of now are available fairly quickly. Luckily, these are some of the items we use the most and reach for time and time again. If you’re just getting started with your cutting machine, or you don’t have these supplies or tools yet, you won’t regret getting them.
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