If you’ve got a Cricut™ machine and want to make the most of it, exploring the wide range of Cricut accessories is the best way to do so. All the accessories in the Cricut range are designed to take your crafting projects to the next level.
Whatever Cricut machine you have, plenty of accessories are available to make your experience even more fun! If you know someone who owns a machine, an accessory to complement their setup would also make a wonderful gift.
In this article, we’ll explore the top Cricut accessories for each machine, including the Cricut Maker 3™, Cricut Explore 3™, Cricut Joy™, and Joy Xtra™. We’ll also look at the Cricut EasyPress™ and many other exciting extras in our round-up.
If you’ve yet to choose the right machine for you, check out our Cricut machine guide for all the expert information you need.
Otherwise, read on to discover the endless creative possibilities of Cricut™ accessories.
Jump to
- The best Cricut™ accessories: Any machine
- Cricut Maker 3™ and Cricut Explore 3™ accessories
- The best Cricut Joy™ and Joy Xtra™ accessories
- Cricut EasyPress™ and EasyPress Mini™
- Cricut Hat Press™ and Mug Press™
The best Cricut™ accessories: Any machine
Cricut Basic Tools Set
The Cricut Basic Tools Set is the ideal companion for any Cricut machine, helping you make the most of every project.
The set includes five essential tools: scissors, tweezers, a scraper, a spatula, and a weeder, along with four interchangeable end caps.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149531
Cricut Tool Organiser
An organised space means an organised mind! Crafting is much more enjoyable when you know where everything is. No one wants their creative flow interrupted by misplaced tools.
The Cricut tool organiser is essential for keeping your tools safe and in excellent condition. The custom slots in the upper compartment fit up to ten Cricut tool housings, while the bottom compartment holds up to nine QuickSwap tips.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149533
Cricut applicator and Remover Set
The Cricut brayer, often described as an indispensable tool by Cricut crafters is a roller which gives you perfect mat adhesion every time. It will eliminate all lumps, bumps or bubbles in your material and ensure a flawless application.
In the set, you’ll also receive steel broad-tip tweezers for lifting away materials, without the need to touch the adhesive. The set will help to extend the life of your cutting mat and even the blades of your machine.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149554
Cricut XL Scraper
The XL Scraper is a key tool for anyone who owns a Cricut cutting machine. It will help you smooth out large projects with ease and ensure you get the perfect transfer whenever you’re using vinyl.
It also makes cleaning your mat so easy, removing any scraps and debris to extend the life of your cutting mat.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149536
Printable Sticker Paper
If you're looking for a fun material to try with your cutting machine, Printable Sticker Paper is a great choice! Print bold, bright, and unique stickers using any home inkjet printer. Once printed, your Cricut machine can detect and precisely cut your custom stickers.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149537
Cricut Maker 3™ and Cricut Explore 3™ accessories
Cricut Maker 3™ Engraving Tip
If you own a Cricut Maker™ or Maker 3™, you know that the machine is meant to grow with you. It features the Cricut Maker Adaptive Tool System™ whereby the machine adapts to a variety of tools which move in different ways. This means you can add more effects to your projects such as scoring, debossing and engraving.
Top tip: Look out for tools with a gold gear-like attachment at the top, these are compatible with your Cricut Maker™.
We’re shining a spotlight on the Cricut Engraving Tool, one of the most popular tips for the Cricut Maker™. This versatile tool lets you engrave designs on a variety of materials, including soft metals, leather, acrylic, plastic, and anodised aluminium. It’s ideal for inscribing special messages on jewellery, artwork, or décor.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149538
Cricut Foil Transfer Kit
The ability to add foil to your creations brings an extra layer of luxury. It can add a professional touch to items like wedding invitations, greeting cards, and artwork.
With the Foil Transfer Kit, you can create intricate designs with fine details, such as flowers or delicate lettering. This tool opens up endless possibilities for your designs and is sure to impress.
The set includes a tool that can be easily inserted into your Cricut Maker™ or Cricut Explore™, featuring three interchangeable tips – fine, medium, and bold. You’ll also get 12 foil transfer sheets, so you can start crafting right away.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13086874
Cricut card mat
Make four cards at once with the Cricut card mat. It’s a really helpful tool if you’d like to create cards in batches, for example for wedding invitations, or if you just want a stash of cards on hand for any occasion.
The mat is compatible with all Cricut Maker™ and Explore™ machines and can be used to cut, draw and foil cards in any design.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149555
The best Cricut Joy™ and Joy Xtra™ accessories
Cricut Joy™ Starter Set
This starter tool set is an essential tool for beginners, and you’ll use it over and over again. It includes a spatula for lifting materials without scuffing the edges, a weeder that is essential for picking out unwanted bits of vinyl and iron-on pieces, and a scraper used for burnishing vinyl designs to ensure there are no bubbles.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13077971
Foil transfer kit for Cricut Joy™ and Joy Xtra™
We’ve already mentioned the delights of adding foil to your creations, and you can do so if you own a Cricut Joy™ or Joy Xtra™ with this foil transfer kit.
In the box, along with the foiling house and tip, you’ll find 12 foil transfer sheets so you can start adding shine to your projects right away.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13077970
Cricut Joy™ Glitter Gel Pens
If you're as obsessed with all things shiny as we are, you’ll want to grab a set of glitter gel pens to use with your Cricut Joy™.
With a wide variety of colours and thicknesses to choose from, pick your favourites and let your creativity flow. Create greeting cards, notes, or artwork.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13088244
Cricut EasyPress™ and EasyPress Mini™
The Cricut EasyPress™ is a brilliant companion to have alongside any of your machines. It has much better adhesion and greater heat distribution compared to household irons. Household irons don’t have an even heating surface and aren’t precise enough when it comes to keeping an even temperature.
The Cricut EasyPress™ is compatible with all types of Iron-On, Infusible Ink™ and sublimation products. There’s a couple of options to choose from, each has its advantages and is suited to certain projects.
Cricut EasyPress 3™
The latest addition to the collection, the Cricut EasyPress 3™ is available in two sizes, making it suitable for a wide range of projects, from personalised clothing to textiles and gifts. Unlike a conventional iron, it can achieve the high temperatures necessary for using Infusible Ink™.
The machine combines the speed of a heat press with the simplicity of the Heat App. The app provides helpful prompts to guide you through each step and can save settings, allowing for quick and easy heat pressing. It also lets you select the materials you're working with and the type of iron-on material, ensuring optimal settings for your project.
Cricut Easy Press 3™ - 30 cm x 25 cm SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149559
Cricut Easy Press 3™ - 22.5 cm x 22.5 cm SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149560
Cricut EasyPress Mini™
Small but mighty the Cricut EasyPress Mini™ is the perfect companion for detailed creations like baby clothes and stuffed animals. Thanks to its compact design it can be manoeuvred around buttons and seams with ease, making it a welcome addition to any sewer’s toolkit. It can easily produce smooth and even seams, without any fuss.
It has three heat settings for every Iron-On and Infusible Ink™ suited for any project you have in mind!
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13085223
Cricut Hat Press™ and Mug Press™
Cricut Hat Press™
If you want to make personalised hats there’s no question about whether this machine will be useful. The unique design is suitable for transferring your design onto almost any hat.
In the box, you’ll get the Cricut Hat Press™, a hat form, and a safety base. It also works with Heat App making the process very simple and the app will guide you step-by-step.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13149561
Cricut Mug Press™
The Cricut Mug Press™ is a must-have for anyone wanting to create dishwasher-proof and fade-proof customised mugs. Whether you’re making them as gifts for friends and family, or for your small business, the Cricut Mug Press™ is very intuitive and so fun to use.
Our resident crafting expert Holly Spanner took the machine for a spin, you can find out what she thought about this nifty machine in her Cricut Mug Press™review.
SQUIRREL_TEXT_13086883
Cricut accessories that will extend your creativity
Unlock the full potential of your Cricut machine by exploring the extensive range of accessories designed for every model.
Whether you want to add sparkle with foiling or achieve the perfect press, there are plenty of tools and accessories to elevate your next project.
Discover the Cricut Maker 3™ and expand the possibilities of your crafting
Take your creativity to the next level with the top-of-the-range Cricut Maker 3™, a highly versatile machine with endless possibilities. You can cut, draw, score, engrave, and more!
Crafting and Cricut pro, Holly Spanner, has put it to the test – check out her full, detailed Cricut Maker 3™ review.
