DIY Confetti: Cricut Cutting for Custom Shapes

Updated at: 27/03/2025

Forget mass-produced confetti! Elevate your celebrations with personalized confetti, perfectly cut to your exact specifications using your Cricut machine. Imagine showering your guests with custom-shaped confetti featuring your wedding monogram, a fun birthday design, or even tiny versions of your favorite things – the possibilities are endless! This opens up a whole new world of creative expression, allowing you to add a uniquely personal touch to any party, event, or even everyday moments. The beauty lies in the simplicity; with a little ingenuity and the right materials, crafting gorgeous, bespoke confetti is surprisingly easy.

Creating stunning, customized confetti with your Cricut is easier than you might think. This guide will walk you through the process, from choosing the right paper and design to mastering the cutting settings and perfecting your confetti shapes. Ready to get started on creating your own unique celebration sprinkle? Let's dive into the step-by-step instructions below!

Preparation and Safety Guidelines

Tools Needed
  • Cricut Machine
  • Cardstock (glitter and regular)
  • Scraper
  • Spatula
Safety Guidelines
  • Always supervise children around cutting machines and sharp tools. Confetti pieces can be a choking hazard for small children.
  • Use caution when handling your cutting mat and blades. Sharp blades require careful insertion and removal to avoid injury.
  • Ensure proper ventilation when using any materials with strong scents, such as glitter cardstock or adhesive sprays.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Image Selection and Preparation

    • Select your desired confetti images. Choose solid images with less intricate details for best results.
    • Use the Cricut's "Contour" feature to remove any inner cuts, leaving only the solid outer shape for each confetti piece.
    • Size your confetti pieces. The video uses approximately 1.5 inches in height as an example.
    Size your confetti pieces. The video uses approximately 1.5 inches in height as an example.Size your confetti pieces. The video uses approximately 1.5 inches in height as an example.Size your confetti pieces. The video uses approximately 1.5 inches in height as an example.
    Image Selection and Preparation

  2. Copy Creation and Material Selection

    • Create multiple copies of each confetti shape (video uses 28 copies).
    • Select your cardstock material (glitter or regular).
    Select your cardstock material (glitter or regular).Select your cardstock material (glitter or regular).
    Copy Creation and Material Selection

  3. Cutting and Material Removal

    • Load the cardstock onto the Cricut mat and cut the confetti.
    • Remove the confetti from the mat by flipping the mat over and peeling back the paper while bending the mat to prevent curling.
    • Use a scraper to remove any leftover confetti pieces from the mat.
    Use a scraper to remove any leftover confetti pieces from the mat.Use a scraper to remove any leftover confetti pieces from the mat.Use a scraper to remove any leftover confetti pieces from the mat.
    Cutting and Material Removal

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Tips

  • Choose solid images with less intricate details for easier cutting and better results.
  • Bend the Cricut mat to remove the confetti pieces, preventing paper curling.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Incorrect Paper Selection

Reason: Using too thick or flimsy paper can lead to jamming or poor cuts.
Solution: Choose cardstock specifically designed for Cricut machines, between 65-110lb weight.

2. Improper weeding

Reason: Leaving small pieces of paper attached to the confetti can ruin the design and make it difficult to clean up.
Solution: Use a weeding tool and take your time to meticulously remove all excess paper.

3. Ignoring the 'stick' setting

Reason: Failing to adjust the 'stick' setting for intricate designs might lead to the confetti sticking together after cutting.
Solution: Experiment with the 'stick' setting in your Cricut design space to find the optimal setting for your specific paper and design.

FAQs

What type of paper is best for Cricut confetti?
Cardstock is ideal for Cricut confetti as it's sturdy enough to hold its shape and provides a nice, crisp finish. Thinner paper might tear during the cutting process, while thicker paper might be too difficult for your Cricut to cut cleanly. Experiment to find the weight that works best with your machine.