15 Cricut Holiday Gift Projects to Make and Sell

ByNancy Williams! Updated on

Let’s be honest—nothing drains the holiday spirit faster than the stress of expensive shopping lists or the panic of needing a meaningful gift last minute. I know the feeling of staring at a generic store aisle wondering how to make the holidays special without blowing the budget. 🎄

That’s why I am obsessed with these Cricut Christmas Ideas. Whether you are looking for DIY Christmas Gifts to Sell to fund your own holiday shopping, or you just want that high-end “boutique” look for your family presents, this list is your savior. We are talking about projects using affordable Amazon blanks that look like expensive custom orders! ✂️

Get your Cricut Maker projects ready, because we are about to turn simple materials into handmade holiday decor and gifts that everyone will cherish. Plus, stick around to the end to find out how to snag my Free ‘Official North Pole’ Seal SVG to add that extra magic touch! ✨

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15 Cricut Christmas Crafts You Need to Try

1. Personalized “Santa Sack” Canvas Bags ❄️

These oversized bags are an absolute lifesaver for parents who want to hide unwrapped gifts while keeping the magic alive. The customized name creates a professional finish that looks like a special delivery straight from the North Pole.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Large Canvas Bags
• Red/Black HTV (Iron-On)
• Heat Press or EasyPress		Best For: Selling on Etsy/Marketplace, Kids
Time: 20 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Pre-press the canvas bag for 5 seconds to remove moisture before applying the Iron-on; this ensures the vinyl won’t peel after Christmas morning.

[Image-1: A stuffed Santa sack sitting under a Christmas tree with a child’s name clearly visible in a festive script font.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Cotton Canvas Drawstring Bags Laundry Bag 🐦 Why I love it: Buying these in bulk packs brings the cost way down, leaving you with a huge profit margin! #NancyApproved

2. Acrylic “Baby’s First Christmas” Ornaments ❄️

If you want a modern, minimalist vibe, these clear discs are stunning. The painted back gives a trendy “floating” effect to the vinyl text, making them perfect Cricut holiday crafts for new parents.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• 3-inch Acrylic Blanks
• Acrylic Paint (White/Metallic)
• Permanent Vinyl		Best For: New Moms, Grandparents, Keepsakes
Time: 15 Mins (+ drying)
Mess Level: Medium
💡 Pro-Tip: Use “polycrylic” or a sealant over the painted back so the paint doesn’t scratch off when rubbing against the tree pine needles.

[Image-2: A clear ornament with white brush strokes on the back and gold vinyl lettering hanging on a fir branch with lights blurring in the background.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: 30 Pcs Clear Acrylic Ornament Blanks 🐦 Why I love it: Local craft stores charge a fortune for these, but this bulk pack makes them cost pennies a piece. #NancyApproved

3. Customized “Baking Spirits Bright” Oven Mitt Sets ❄️

This is one of my favorite DIY Christmas gifts to sell because it’s a functional gift people actually use. Stuff a mitt with a cookie mix and a spatula, and you have an adorable, gift-ready package.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Solid Color Oven Mitts
• HTV (White or Glitter)
• Wooden Spatula		Best For: Teacher Gifts, Neighbor Gifts, Hostess Gifts
Time: 10 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Use a “pressing pillow” inside the mitt when applying heat; the thick seams of the mitt can prevent the iron from making good contact with the vinyl otherwise.

[Image-3: A flat lay of a red oven mitt with “Baking Spirits Bright” written in white script, holding a wooden spoon and a whisk.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Homwe Extra Long Professional Silicone Oven Mitt 🐦 Why I love it: The quality of these mitts is fantastic for the price, making your finished gift feel much more expensive. #NancyApproved

4. “Cookies for Santa” Plate (Vinyl Under Glass) ❄️

Safety first! By applying the vinyl to the underside of a clear plate, you keep the top surface food-safe for Santa’s treats. It creates a beautiful depth where the design shines through the glass.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Clear Glass Plates
• Permanent Adhesive Vinyl
• Transfer Tape		Best For: Families with young kids, Christmas Eve traditions
Time: 25 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Don’t forget to “Mirror” your image in Design Space since you are applying it to the bottom of the plate to be viewed from the top!

[Image-4: A plate with cookies and carrots on it; the design “Dear Santa” is visible underneath the treats.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Oracal 651 Glossy Vinyl Starter Kit 🐦 Why I love it: This kit gives you every holiday color you need without having to buy full rolls of each. #NancyApproved

5. Libbey Glass Can “Iced Coffee” Holiday Cups ❄️

These trendy glasses are all over social media right now. Covering them in vinyl crafts patterns like gingerbread men or snowflakes makes them irresistible to the “aesthetic mom” crowd.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• 16oz Glass Beer Cans
• Bamboo Lids/Straws
• Permanent Vinyl		Best For: Teens, College Students, Trendy Moms
Time: 30 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Use the “wet method” (spraying water/soap mix) to apply the vinyl; it lets you slide the decal into the perfect position on the curved glass before it sticks.

[Image-5: An iced coffee in a glass can with cute vinyl gingerbread men all over it, sitting next to a bamboo lid and glass straw.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: 16oz Glass Cups with Bamboo Lids and Straws 🐦 Why I love it: Including the bamboo lid and glass straw increases the perceived value so much—perfect for selling! #NancyApproved

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6. Personalized Wooden Christmas Eve Box ❄️

Create a new family tradition with a customized crate filled with PJs and popcorn. Using Iron-On vinyl on wood is a game-changer—it melts into the grain and looks just like painted text!

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Unfinished Wooden Crate
• Iron-On Vinyl (HTV)
• Mini Iron		Best For: Families, High-Ticket Selling Item
Time: 40 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Using Iron-on (HTV) on wood actually looks more like paint than adhesive vinyl does! Set your iron to a medium setting and peel warm.

[Image-6: A rustic wooden crate filled with plaid pajamas and hot cocoa, with “The Smith Family Christmas Eve Box” on the front in matte black.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Woodpeckers Wooden Crate for Crafts 🐦 Why I love it: Shipping crates is a pain, so having these delivered right to your door ready to craft is a total win. #NancyApproved

7. Leather Teardrop Earrings (Stocking Stuffer) ❄️

These are incredibly lightweight and fast to make. You can cut festive glitter red or metallic gold faux leather with your Cricut Maker projects list in mind for easy craft fair impulse buys.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Cricut Faux Leather
• Earring Hooks
• Jump Rings		Best For: Stocking Stuffers, Craft Fair impulse buys, Girlfriends
Time: 10 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Place a piece of strong grip transfer tape on your mat sticky side up, then put the leather on that. This keeps your mat clean and holds the leather firm.

[Image-7: A pair of sparkling red faux leather earrings hanging on a card that says “Merry & Bright.”]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Cricut Faux Leather Sampler Pebbled 🐦 Why I love it: You can get so many pairs of earrings out of just one sampler pack—huge ROI! #NancyApproved

8. “Snarky” Holiday Tea Towels ❄️

Everyone loves a gift that makes them laugh. These flour sack towels take HTV beautifully and are perfect for witty sayings like “I just want to bake stuff and watch Christmas movies.”

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• White Flour Sack Towels
• Black HTV
• Heat Press		Best For: White Elephant Gifts, Office Parties, Moms
Time: 15 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Wash and dry the towels (no fabric softener) before applying vinyl. Flour sack towels shrink, and pre-washing prevents the vinyl from wrinkling later.

[Image-8: A folded white towel hanging on an oven handle, displaying a funny typographic design in black vinyl.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Utopia Kitchen Flour Sack Tea Towels 🐦 Why I love it: These are the holy grail of towel blanks—cheap, durable, and they look great with black vinyl. #NancyApproved

9. Customized Starbucks Cold Cups ❄️

Take a standard reusable cup and elevate it with a circular decal around the logo. It’s a simple personalization idea that teens and coffee lovers absolutely adore.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Reusable Plastic Cold Cups
• Permanent Vinyl
• Transfer Tape		Best For: Teens, Teachers, Coworkers
Time: 20 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Use the “Hinge Method” with tape to center your design over the logo perfectly before peeling off the backing.

[Image-9: A green reusable cup with a red circular frame around the logo that reads “Mrs. Johnson’s Coffee.”]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Meoky Reusable Plastic Cups with Lids and Straws 🐦 Why I love it: The color-changing feature on these cups is a huge “wow” factor that makes them easy to sell. #NancyApproved

10. Rustic Wood Slice Ornaments ❄️

For those who love the farmhouse aesthetic, these natural wood slices are a must. They look incredibly cozy on the tree, especially when paired with Iron-on projects techniques or standard vinyl.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Pre-drilled Wood Slices
• White Vinyl or HTV
• Buffalo Check Ribbon		Best For: Farmhouse Decor Lovers, Cabin aesthetic
Time: 15 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Sand the surface of the wood slice lightly before applying vinyl to ensure it sticks to the grain. Iron-on often works better than adhesive vinyl on raw wood!

[Image-10: A rustic wood slice with “Joy” written in white script, tied with a red buffalo check bow.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Natural Wood Slices with Hole 🐦 Why I love it: Don’t risk bugs from outside wood—these are kiln-dried and ready to craft immediately! #NancyApproved

11. Personalized Wine Bottle Bags ❄️

Turn a simple bottle of wine into a thoughtful gift with a custom burlap bag. A cheeky message in Glitter HTV adds a festive sparkle that makes the packaging just as good as the present.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Burlap Wine Bags
• Black or Red HTV
• Mini Iron		Best For: Hostess Gifts, Wine Lovers
Time: 10 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Burlap has a rough texture; use “Glitter HTV” if possible, as it adheres better to uneven surfaces than smooth vinyl does.

[Image-11: A beige wine bag holding a bottle, with a festive red glitter design, standing next to a wine glass.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: 12 Pack Burlap Wine Bags with Drawstring 🐦 Why I love it: At roughly $1.50 a bag, you can batch-make these for every holiday party on your calendar. #NancyApproved

12. “First Christmas” Baby Onesies ❄️

This is a classic best-seller for a reason! New parents love documenting the holidays, and a soft bodysuit with a cute SVG file for Christmas design is the perfect photo prop.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• White Bodysuits
• Red/Gold/Green HTV
• Teflon Sheet		Best For: New Parents, Photo Props
Time: 25 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Pre-wash the onesie to shrink it, and stretch it slightly after pressing the vinyl so the design moves with the baby and doesn’t crack.

[Image-12: A flat lay of a white baby onesie with a gold glitter reindeer design, surrounded by candy canes.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Gerber Baby Onesies Brand Short Sleeve Bodysuits 🐦 Why I love it: Gerber fits well and Amazon’s multipacks are the smartest way to stock up on inventory. #NancyApproved

13. Custom “Pet Name” Paw Print Ornaments ❄️

We can’t forget the fur babies! These best Cricut blanks for gifts sell incredibly well at craft fairs because pet owners will always impulse-buy something for their dog.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Dog Bone Aluminum Blanks
• Permanent Vinyl
• Ribbon		Best For: Pet Owners, Dog Moms
Time: 15 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: If using metal blanks, clean with alcohol first to remove oils. These sell incredibly well at craft fairs because people impulse-buy for their dogs.

[Image-13: A metal dog bone ornament hanging on the tree reflecting the lights, with the name “Buster” in bold font.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Dog Bone Aluminum Stamping Blanks 🐦 Why I love it: These metal blanks feel premium and durable, much nicer than paper or plastic tags. #NancyApproved

14. Christmas Countdown Chalkboard Sign ❄️

Kids love changing the number every morning! By using Chalkboard Vinyl for the center circle, you create an interactive piece of decor that builds excitement all month long.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Pizza Pan or Wood Plaque
• Chalkboard Vinyl
• Permanent Vinyl (Red/Green)		Best For: Families with Kids, Classroom Decor
Time: 30 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Not all vinyl is writable! specifically buy “Chalkboard Vinyl” for the center circle so the kids can erase and update the number daily.

[Image-14: A round sign on a mantel that says “Sleeps Until Santa,” with a chalkboard circle in the middle showing the number “5” written in chalk.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: Cricut Chalkboard Vinyl Roll 🐦 Why I love it: Cricut brand chalkboard vinyl is super durable for erasing, and Amazon always has it when local stores run out. #NancyApproved

15. Personalized Monogram Coasters ❄️

For the hard-to-buy-for men in your life or elegant home decor, slate coasters are perfect. The dark stone contrasts beautifully with gold or silver vinyl for a truly expensive look.

📝 Key Materials✨ Why It Works
• Slate Coasters
• Permanent Vinyl (Gold/Silver)
• Transfer Tape		Best For: Dad Gifts, Boss Gifts, Elegant Home Decor
Time: 15 Mins
Mess Level: Low
💡 Pro-Tip: Slate is uneven. Use a tennis ball to firmly press the vinyl into the crevices of the stone before peeling the transfer tape.

[Image-15: A set of dark grey slate coasters on a coffee table, featuring a gold “S” monogram.]

🛒 Buy on Amazon: 8 Pcs Slate Stone Coasters Square 🐦 Why I love it: These look like they cost $40 a set, but you can get the blanks for about $1.50 each on Amazon. #NancyApproved

Ready to Get Crafting?

I hope this list sparked some major inspiration for you! Whether you are wondering “How do I sell Cricut crafts legally?” (start by buying commercial licenses for your fonts!) or just want to make your tree look amazing, these projects are the perfect place to start.

Don’t forget to grab your Free ‘Official North Pole’ Seal SVG [Link Placeholder] to make those Santa Sacks look totally authentic. I can’t wait to see what you create—tag me in your photos on Pinterest!

Happy Crafting! 🎄✂️

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