UPDATE: Nov. 26, 2021, 8:30 a.m. EST We've updated this post with new deals on Cricut bundles, tools, and accessories. You'll be crafting before you know it.
Want to give the coolest custom gifts this holiday season? Get a Cricut machine. Here are the best Black Friday deals on Cricut Makers as of Nov. 26:
Cricut itself is selling a Cricut Maker 3 + Essentials Materials Bundle that features vinyl samplers, transfer tape, iron-ons, and two toolsets — $404.99 $586.91 (save 31%) for Cricut Access subscribers; $449.99 for everyone else
Walmart's Cricut Maker Value Bundle comes with a champagne Maker machine, a 20-count vinyl pack, and a couple of cutting accessories — $239 $493.96 (save 51%)
Cricut is a crafter's dream brand. And for the non-crafters of the world, it's basically witchcraft. These tech-forward tools make DIY projects fun and easy for anyone, even those without a creative bone in their body.
Cricut's array of cutting plotters/machines and presses allow users to make everything from personalized mugs and T-shirts to handmade greeting cards and custom decor. Not only do these gadgets make great presents for friends and family, but they also help you make great presents for your friends and family. Custom coffee mugs and graphic tees for all!
As of Nov. 26, Cricut itself is running a Black Friday flash sale featuring deep discounts on select machines, bundles, materials, and accessories, with extra savings for anyone who subscribes to Cricut Access. (That's its massive library of images, ready-to-make projects, and fonts; plans start at $9.99 a month or $95.88 a year.)
Not a member? No problem: Retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, JOANN, and Michaels are matching a bunch of Cricut's deals this holiday season; Walmart and JOANN, specifically, are the places to go for bundles and cheap tools/materials.
Kinda, sort of. On Amazon, the Cricut Maker 3 in Mist is on sale for $397, $2.99 off the original $399.99. At Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and JOANN, the new Cricut remains $399.99.
Otherwise, Cricut's flash sale includes two Maker 3 bundles that come with vinyl samplers, iron-ons, and tool sets; those start at $404.99 for Cricut Access subscribers and $449.99 for everyone else.
We'll keep you posted if anything else pops up — in the meantime, here are the best Black Friday Cricut deals you can shop right now.
If you fancy yourself a DIY expert (or know someone who is), the original Cricut Maker is basically the Mercedes-Benz of cutting plotters. It allows you to precision cut over 300 materials, from delicate fabric and paper to matboard and leather. It works with 13 tools to cut, score, write, deboss, engrave, and more, including a rotary blade (included) for fabrics, a knife blade for thicker materials, a foil transfer tool for pro-level embellishments, and more. You can make virtually any project you set your mind to, from 3D art and jewelry to home decor and iron-on projects. It’s certainly not the cheapest machine from Cricut, but its versatility and advanced tools make it worth the money.
It usually retails for $399.99, but you can get it for just $229 at Walmart (champagne), Best Buy (blue, rose, and white), Michaels (white, blue, rose, and lilac), JOANN (white), Cricut.com (champagne), and Amazon (blue and rose). And, for $216 there's a Cricut Maker in champagne on Amazon.
Cricut Maker Value Bundle with vinyl pack, and cutting accessories — $239 $493.96 (save 51%)
Cricut Maker Bundle with pen set, mat, weeder, scraper, and a scoring wheel — $279 $449 (save 37%)
While it’s not as versatile and powerful as the Maker, the Explore Air 2 is still a great pick. Newbies in the crafting world will find this Cricut machine a bit more user-friendly. It can cut through over 100 different types of material, like premium vinyl, iron-on and HTV vinyl, faux leather, specialty paper and poster board, and cardstock. It’s compatible with six different tools for cutting, writing, and scoring, and even features built-in storage. For anyone starting their crafting journey, the Explore Air 2 delivers plenty.
A $249 value, the Cricut Explore Air 2 is yours for just $139 at Walmart in emerald and $149.99 at Cricut.com in mint and blue. When you buy it from Target (mint and blue), Best Buy (mint, blue, lilac), Michaels (mint, blue, boysenberry, peacock), or JOANN (mint, blue, lilac), it's $169. And, at Amazon (mint and blue) it's $197.20. Take your pick from four finishes: blue, mint, lilac, or matte black.
Cricut Explore Air 2 Twilight Bundle with weeding tools, iron-on sampler, and mat — $208 $289 (save 28%)
Cricut Explore Air 2 Bundle with beginner guide, tool kit, vinyl pack, designs, and project inspiration — $224.99 $259.99 (save $35)
Cricut Explore Air 2 Bundle with vinyl sheets, transfer tape, mat, pen, weeder, scraper, and pre-cut hashtags — $149 $329 (save 54%)
The most portable and affordable cutting machine Cricut makes, the Joy is ideal for creators who don’t have a ton of space to spare. It’s small enough (under four pounds) to fit in a cubby, pack away easily, and set up fast. But its size doesn’t limit its abilities — it can cut over 50 materials, like iron-on, cardstock, vinyl, and Smart Materials, can draw any shape and write in a variety of styles, and cut individual shapes up to four feet long. While it’s Bluetooth compatible, it doesn’t offer USB connectivity like the above devices. It also doesn’t work with your home printer.
Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Michaels, JOANN, and Cricut itself all have the Cricut Joy in teal marked down to $129 (normally $179).
Cricut Joy + Smart Vinyl Bundle with vinyl samplers and transfer tape — $149.99 $236.90 (save 36%)
Cricut Joy + Essentials Bundle with pen, mats, vinyl, iron-ons, and insert cards — $149.99 $238.93 (save 37%)
Cricut Joy + Insert Card Bundle with mat, insert cards, and pens — $149.99 $255.88 (save 41%)
Cricut Joy Bundle with writable vinyl, pens, and starter tools — $159.99 $189.99 (save $30)
Cricut Joy Bundle with insert cards, vinyl, and starter tools — $164.99 $189.99 (save $25)
Cricut Joy Bundle with vinyl decal sampler and essential tools — $169.99 $194.99 (save $24)
The Cricut Mug Press, like its name suggests, allows you to make professional-looking customized mugs in minutes by touching a single button. You get a custom mug! You get a custom mug!
There is a catch, though. You’ll need a Cricut cutting machine to cut out the transfers on Cricut Infusible Ink sheets (you can’t just use any old vinyl). You’ll also need 11- to 16-ounce Infusible Ink compatible mugs. So there are some hoops to jump through. But once you cut out your sheet, you can wrap it around a mug, put it in the Mug Press, press a single button, and ~voila~.
It typically retails for $199.99, but Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Michaels, JOANN, and Cricut itself all have it on sale for $179.99 in its only color, with and blue.
If the sheer versatility of the cutting machines is too overwhelming for you, the EasyPress 2 might be more your speed, as it focuses specifically on iron-on heat transfers. You can make custom-design T-shirts, totes, pillows, sweatshirts, banners, blankets, and beyond with one of these machines. It comes in two different sizes: The 9" x 9" model is great for basic T-shirts, tote bags, pillows, aprons, and other everyday projects, while the 12" x 10" version is ideal for larger T-shirts, sweatshirts, banners, blankets, and other jumbo projects.
Get the smaller one on sale for $99 (usually $189.99) or upgrade to the bigger one for just $149 (normally $239); Amazon, JOANN, and Cricut.com have them both in stock at those prices, and you can choose from three colors (raspberry, lilac, or mint).
At Best Buy (raspberry), you can find the 9" x 9" model for $119 and upgrade to the bigger one for just $169.
Cricut Easy Press 2 (9" x 9") Bundle with Everyday StrongBond Iron-On and weeding kit — $159.99 $184.99 (save $25)
Cricut EasyPress 2 12" x 10" Bundle with knife and Everyday Iron-On samplers — $199 $303.96 (save 35%)
Cricut EasyPress 2 (12" x 10") Bundle with mat, square coasters, heat-resistant tape, transfer sheets, and designs — $179 $269 (save 33%)
Cricut Heat Resistant Tape — $4.46 $6.99 (save 36%)
Cricut Permanent Vinyl, BrightsSampler (12" x 12", 6 sheets) — $5.74 $15.96 (save 64%)
Cricut Vinyl Transfer Tape, 12'' x 48'' — $5.94 $7.78 (save 24%)
Cricut Infusible Ink Men's Crew Neck T-Shirt, Gray — $4.79 $7.99 (save 40%)
Cricut Ceramic Mug, Blank White (15 oz, 2ct) — $4.49 $8.99 (save 50%)
Cricut Xl Scraper — $7.69 $10.99 (save 30%)
Cricut Strongbond Everyday Iron-On — $5.99 $11.99 (save 50%)
Cricut Premium Fine Point Blade — $8.73 $14.99 (save 42%)
Cricut Holographic Vinyl Sampler (12" x 24", 3 sheets) — $10.94 $24.09 (save 55%)
Cricut Standard Grip, 12"x12", 2 Mats — $9.59 $14.99 (save 36%)
Cricut 2006695 Tools Basic CORE Color — $13 $31.99 (save 59%)
Cricut TrueControl Weeding Kit — $13.94 $24.99 (save 44%)
Cricut Easy 12"x12" EasyPress, Protective Resistant Mat — $14.99 $24.99 (save 40%)
Cricut Everyday Iron-On Sampler, Rainbow — $17.49 $24.99 (save 30%)
Cricut Brayer — $10.19 $19.99 (save 49%)
Cricut Machine Tool Organizer — $17.64 $25.99 (save 32%)
Cricut Knife Housing & Blade — $20.86 $48.16 (save 57%)
Cricut 2006696 Tools Essential CORE Color, Assorted — $22.60 $49.99 (save 55%)
Cricut Ultimate Set, Gel 30 Pack Pens — $23.99 $39.99 (save 40%)
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