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Get early access to the supply and tool lists for many of our planned projects during the 2021 Merry Maker Mingle.

Please note that these projects may change entirely, may be swapped out, or may have their supplies and tools changed or updated, so please use this as a general guide only. Each of the links below leads to an Amazon shopping list and a preview of the project, supplies, and tools so you can see the items we used to create each project. Note that each project’s list can be printed independently if you find that useful — just click the “Print” button on each list! This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link I will earn a small commission but it won’t cost you a penny more)! Read my full disclosure policy.

 

Holiday Paper Train COuntdown made using a Cricut machineHoliday Paper Train Countdown

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Techniques: Make intricate cuts in cardstock, how to cut vellum or wax paper, how to assemble a cardstock project

Finished holiday paper train with vellum

PREVIEW of Holiday Paper Train Countdown

Yield: 1
Active Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Estimated Cost: $3.50

Dress up a mantel or window sill with this easy-to-make holiday countdown train. Add LED tea lights behind to make it glow!

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Tools

Instructions

For more details, please visit https://jennifermaker.com/holiday-paper-train/https://jennifermaker.com/holiday-paper-train/

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Project Type: Paper Craft / Category: Cricut

 

Easy Acrylic Keychains with designs applied made using a CricutEasy Acrylic Keychains: 14 Fun Designs

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Techniques: Cut vinyl, apply to acrylic surface, seal surface

 

Photo Snowglobe Ornament hanging in a Christmas TreeDIY Photo Snowglobe Ornament

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Techniques: Cut and assemble shaker domes, print-then-cut photos to add, foil transfer tool

 

Towel with an "M" on it made using a reusable stencil with CricutHow to Make a Reusable Stencil with Cricut

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Techniques: Cut and apply stencil to surface, add paint

 

DIY Zipper Pouch with Makeup inside the pouchDIY Zipper Pouch

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Techniques: Cut fabric on Maker and Explore cutting machines, sew fabric with zipper

 

Personalized wine glasses with cute reindeers made from vinylDIY Personalized Wine Glasses

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Techniques: Personalize a design with a name or date, and cut vinyl with extra layers and apply to a curved glass surface

Photo transferred to wood next to Christmas ornamentsHow to Transfer a Photo to Wood: Inkjet and Laser Prints!

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Techniques: Print photos and transfer to wood

Photo transferred to wood next to Christmas ornaments

PREVIEW of Transfer Photo to Wood

Yield: 1
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 30 minutes
Additional Time: 12 hours
Total Time: 12 hours 40 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Medium
Estimated Cost: $5

I’m going to show you how to transfer a photo or favorite print to wood! A super inexpensive way to make a beautiful project that’s sure to impress!

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Instructions

For more details, please see https://jennifermaker.com/how-to-transfer-a-photo-to-wood/

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Project Type: DIY / Category: DIY Crafts

Two color changing cups with layered vinyl designsHow to Layer Vinyl: Color-Changing Cups

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Techniques: Cut and layer vinyl onto cups using the EASY parchment paper method, how to apply vinyl to a curved surface

Wood board with a design burned into itHow to Burn Designs Into Wood

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Techniques: Cut stencil, burn design into wood

Wood board with a design burned into it

PREVIEW of How to Burn Designs Into Wood

Yield: 2
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Active Time: 1 hour
Additional Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Medium
Estimated Cost: $20 each

How to use a Cricut cutting machine to easily make stencils and burn designs into wood!

Materials

Tools

Instructions

For more details, please see https://jennifermaker.com/how-to-burn-designs-into-wood/

© JenniferMaker
Project Type: DIY / Category: Cricut

 

Two Etched Stainless Steel TumblersDIY Etched Stainless Steel Tumbler

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Techniques: Cut vinyl and add to curved glass surface as a stencil, use ferric chloride copper solution to etch stainless steel

How to Make “Waterproof” Stickers with Cricut

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Techniques: Print-then-Cut stickers using a cutting machine and seal them in a variety of ways so they are water resistant 

These are some of my waterproof stickers you can make on a Cricut

PREVIEW of How to Make Stickers with Cricut

Yield: One Sheet
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Active Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy to Medium
Estimated Cost: $1.50 per sheet

I am going to show you three different methods I tested for making stickers water resistant. I am going to share all 3 methods and show you what worked, what failed, and which method ended up being my favorite. 

Materials

Tools

Instructions

For more details, see https://jennifermaker.com/how-to-make-stickers-with-cricut/

© JenniferMaker
Project Type: DIY Stickers / Category: Cricut

DIY Cricut Gift Ideas displayed that includes holiday gifts, or everyday gifts12 DIY Cricut Gift Ideas

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Techniques: Cut and apply both permanent adhesive vinyl and iron on vinyl in a wide variety of fabric, wood, ceramic, and plastic surfaces

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