16+ DIY Christmas Cards to Make With Your Cricut Machine
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Handmade cards are one of the most popular DIY projects you can make with your Cricut machine. In this post, I’m sharing the best Cricut Christmas cards to make this holiday season, including the cutest shaker cards, photo cards, pop-up Christmas cards, and more!
Giving and receiving holiday greeting cards is always a favorite way to connect with family and friends during the holiday season. A recent survey conducted by AmericanGreetings.com showed that nearly 90% of Americans say receiving holiday cards brings them joy. And Americans spend an astounding $2 billion a year on Christmas cards alone!
So what could be a better and more personal way to show your loved ones how much you care than crafting a homemade custom Christmas card that’s extra special? (And on a practical note, one of the great things about choosing handmade cards over store-bought is that store-bought cards almost always incur an extra cost but with limited selection.)
Making handmade Christmas cards has never been easier with the help of your Cricut machine and some of the most adorable Christmas card designs. It’s also a fun way to bring family and friends together and have a great time of unique card-making and memory-setting.
Who knows? Creating your own custom Christmas cards just may become a regular part of your family’s annual holiday traditions!
Christmas Card Ideas with Cricut
If you own a Cricut machine like me, you’re always searching for free SVG files and inspiring project ideas for the holidays. Making beautiful cards is a breeze with the Cricut Maker, Cricut Explore Air, or Cricut Joy models. You can even use other cutting machines, such as a Silhouette Machine.
Following the easy, detailed instructions (which include a list of needed craft supplies) accompanying each of these designs, you can make simple homemade cards that turn out perfect every time.
In most cases, card-making requires only basic supplies such as:
- Cardstock paper (My favorite resource is the 12×12 Cardstock Shop)
- A cutting machine
- Glue (I love the Bearly Art glue brand)
- Heat transfer vinyl (optional, but a fun twist – see how here!)
- 3D foam tape or scrapbooking tape
- Embellishments
If you’re ready to make unique DIY Christmas cards for your loved ones, keep reading for a list of the best Cricut Christmas card templates and step-by-step tutorials!
1. Snowman Pop-Up Card
This adorable DIY pop-up Christmas snowman card is easy enough for beginners to make! You can find my snowman pop-up card templates with envelopes and step-by-step tutorials here on Abbi Kirsten Collections! Oh, and this year, we released five new designs, including a nativity, Hanukkah, Santa, and Nutcracker scene!
GET THE ENTIRE COLLECTION OF CHRISTMAS POP-UP CARD HERE
2. Christmas Gnome Shaker Card
This super cute Christmas gnome shaker card from Artsy Fartsy Mama will be so much fun to make this holiday season! It’s perfect for adding a little extra holiday cheer to your greetings this year!
GET THE CHRISTMAS GNOME SHAKER CARD HERE
3. Snowflake Shaker Card
Here’s another Christmas shaker card that’s elegant and fun to make! Use iron-on vinyl on glitter cardstock to create a stunning DIY Christmas card with your Cricut. My favorite part about this card is the tiny snowflakes moving around inside.
GET THE SNOWFLAKE SHAKER CARD HERE
4. Snow Globe Shaker Card with Photo
Using these free snow globe SVG files with your Cricut; you can learn how to make this shaker snow globe Christmas card from Leap of Faith Crafting. Photo cards make great homemade Christmas cards for kids to give to grandparents, friends, and family!
5. Christmas Present Shaker Card
Who doesn’t love a fun interactive card? Add a little shake and noise, and the kids will love it! The fill for this card is a mix of Santa, reindeer, stars, Christmas trees, snowflakes, etc. It’s so bright and fun! Learn how to make these Christmas present shaker cards from The Bearded Housewife.
6. Poinsettia Flower Mandala Card
Next up for our Cricut Christmas cards, is this poinsettia mandala Christmas card tutorial, with instructional video and SVG templates included.
More DIY Cricut Christmas Project Ideas!
While you’re on the way to creating beautiful holiday card memories, be sure to check out our many other Christmas-inspired Cricut crafts.
7. Snow Globe Shaker Card
This handmade snow globe shaker Christmas card from Hey Let’s Make Stuff! features a Christmas scene with glitter snow! Learn how to make this snow globe shaker card using your Cricut!
GET THE SNOW GLOBE SHAKER CARD HERE
8. Christmas Gnome Pop-Up Card by Paper Glitter Glue
This adorable Christmas gnome pop-up card from Paper Glitter Glue is the perfect way to show your loved ones just how much you care. Not only is it super cute, but it’s also easy to make!
GET THE CHRISTMAS GNOME POP-UP CARD HERE
9. Christmas Slimline Shaker Card by Stamp Me Some Love
This slimline shaker greeting card from Stamp Me Some Love features a fun and festive Christmas design. The slimline paper made by Catherine Pooler Designs is sure to put you in the Christmas spirit!
GET THE CHRISTMAS SLIMLINE SHAKER CARD HERE
10. Penguin Snow Globe Shaker Card
If you’re looking for a creative way to show your loved ones how much you care this holiday season, look no further than this adorable penguin snow globe card tutorial from Artsy Fartsy Mama. Add a personal holiday message to the middle of the card to spread some extra holiday joy!
GET THE PENGUIN SNOW GLOBE SHAKER CARD HERE
11. deco Foil Christmas Card
Want to add some shimmer and shine that gives your finished card that Hallmark quality? Check out this DIY Christmas card tutorial with deco foil! You can use these free printable card templates with Print Then Cut for your Cricut machine or just print out the PDF templates.
GET THE DECO FOIL CHRISTMAS CARD HERE
12. Lantern Pop-Up Cards
Why not give a card that can be displayed and used more than just as a card? These DIY pop-p lantern cards by Jennifer Maker are so much fun.
GET THE POP-UP LANTERN CARD HERE
13. Season’s Greetings Print-Then-Cut Design Card
If you’re looking for some super easy handmade Cricut Christmas cards, then opt for this Print Then Cut basic card design by Angie Holden at the Country Chic Cottage. Additionally, Angie shows you how to make layered cards easily with the cutaway card option and how to work with Cricut’s insert card designs.
GET THE SEASON’S GREETINGS PRINT-THEN-CUT DESIGN CARD HERE
14. Paper Cut Christmas Card
With so many card stock colors to choose from, you have endless possibilities for creating a variety of festive holiday cards. When you own a cutting machine, you can make beautiful layered card projects like these hand-lettered layered paper Christmas cards from Persia Lou.
GET THE PAPER CUT CHRISTMAS CARD HERE
15. Quick and Easy Christmas Cards With The Cricut Joy
Since we’re talking about Cricut Christmas cards, I couldn’t leave out making cards with the Cricut Joy machine! Use the Joy card mat to make quick and easy Christmas cards with your Cricut Joy using these six card SVG files. These are perfect for last-minute Christmas cards because they’re quick and easy!
GET CHRISTMAS CARDS WITH THE CRICUT JOY HERE
16. Coffee Gift Card Holders
Gift cards tally into the millions each year during the holidays. But why not dress up your gift card with these cute coffee and cocoa card holders?
DIY Cricut Christmas Cards are The Best Way to Wish a Merry Christmas!
Christmas is the season for spending time with family, exchanging gifts, and sending out holiday cards. So why not add that extra special touch by creating your own DIY Christmas cards this year? With so many amazing projects offered here, this is a great way to add a personal touch to your cards and the perfect opportunity to show off your crafting skills.
Need help with your Cricut?
I hope you enjoyed this roundup of the best Cricut Christmas cards to make this holiday season and you’re inspired to try making your own. If you need a little help getting started with your Cricut, be sure to check out our Cricut Cheatsheet & Guides.
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