Cricut machines are pretty powerful tools, but I'm willing to bet that most people who own one of the best Cricut machines aren't using them to their full potential. It all comes down to the tools that you're using with your Cricut machine, and the best Cricut accessories can take your projects beyond what you see on Pinterest.
These vinyl cutters can do so much more than advertised, and the Cricut Maker 4 series, for example, can not only cut material but score, emboss, engrave, and hot foil projects (when used with a heated quill) for professional results.
The best Cricut tools and accessories: Top 3
If you want to skip all of the basics and narrow it down to the best 3 Cricut tools and accessories for advanced projects, then I've got you covered. One common myth among crafters is that you have to use Cricut's own brand products for the best results. While this is partly true, given that Cricut materials are often excellent quality, I've found that some third-party brands out there can get the job done just as well.
See our guide to the best Cricut alternatives for more recommendations.
This tool can be used with your Cricut machine thanks to the included adaptors. It works similarly to the Cricut foil transfer kit, however, it uses 3 x USB heat pens and heat-activated foil for a more precise and professional finish. You simply need to position the foil quill pen where your regular cutting blade usually goes, connect the USB power into the back of your Cricut machine, and configure your design.
This might not seem very impressive, but if you've ever had to weed a large and intricate design, you'll know how painstaking it can be to keep scraps of vinyl out of the way and to get it off the end of the weeder without pricking yourself in the process. This budget-friendly wearable gadget is a game-changer.
Another wildly underrated tool for Cricut users is this Extension Tray. It works kind of like the trays you might have with an inkjet printer, and can be used to keep your grip mat elevated and extended out straight. This is handy for when you don't want a project to peel from the mat before being fed into the machine for measuring.
The best Cricut tools and accessories: The essentials
This set includes 5 tools to get you started with the basics. A weeder is the most important tool, but a scraper will almost defintiely come in handy too when applying transfer tape to your designs.
If you want a more advanced weeding set, this 4-in-1 option from Cricut gives you better control with a cushioned grip, speciality tips and a razor sharp nonstick blade.
A scoring stylus is an optional tool. I'm personally yet to use mine, but its function is to score lines instead of cutting them, to create fold lines for paper crafts such as folding envelopes or 3D projects.
The best Cricut tools and accessories: The best blanks
It can be tricky to find blanks for projects that involve sublimation or heat transfer vinyl. But thankfully, Cricut has its own range of blanks that are fine-tuned to work perfectly with its machines.
This is quite pricey just for one hat, but what makes the Cricut blanks so great is that there is no seam down the middle of the hat, so when it comes to using either the Cricut Hat Press or Heat Press mini, your design should adhere better to the surface.
If you're looking for a blank to practice with, I recommend cosmetic bags for beginners, These are great value right now, reduced to just over $5 for a pack of 3. The flat design makes them easy to work with and perfect for storing tools too.
If you're looking to make money with your Cricut machine, then a personalised mug is a great choice. These can be made for any occasion (birthdays, Mother's Day, Christmas) and its super easy to make if you have the Cricut Mug press.
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