Cricut Programs

Cricut® cutting machines are specialized printers for craft materials. The library hosts programs twice monthly (on the second Tuesday from 11:00-1:00 and third Thursday from 5:00-7:00) at which patrons may design and create custom projects using the library’s array of Cricut® machines at no cost.

This page is updated with specific information about the machines, materials, and designs available.

A librarian is always present at these events and happy to help.

A young boy smiles in a white apron. The custom text reads "The secret ingredient is love."
A woman smiles and holds a canvas bag with two small squirrels around one big one.
A canvas bag with the word "love" on it. The V is made with a baby's footprints.

Machines

Machines available are:

Cricut Maker® 3*

This machine uses a variety of blades to cut different materials. The following blades are available:

  • Fine-point blade
  • Knife blade
  • Deep-cut blade

Cricut Explore Air® 2

This machine uses a variety of blades to cut different materials. The following blades are available:

  • Fine-point blade

Cricut EasyPress® 2* 

This machine is used to press heat-transfer vinyl onto flat surfaces.

Cricut MiniPress®*

This machine is used to press heat-transfer vinyl onto cloth surfaces, including shoes and hats.

*Sponsored by the Gretna Community Foundation.

Materials

Currently available materials are:

Cutting Materials

  • Heat-transfer vinyl (various colors)
  • Adhesive value vinyl (various colors)
  • Cardstock
  • Scrapbook paper

Customizable Materials

  • Keychains
  • Bookmarks
  • Canvas pouches
  • Kids’ aprons (low stock)
  • Canvas tote bags (low stock)

Patrons are encouraged to bring their own supplies for specific projects (such as T-shirts or mugs). Please feel free to contact the library with questions or for recommendations.

Designs

The Friends of the Gretna Public Library generously sponsor a subscription to Cricut Access, a premium content library that patrons are welcome to use while at a program.

If you are making or purchasing your own design, the best format is svg. These can be sent to the library’s email (gretna.library@gmail.com) with a subject line including the phrase “Cricut Studio.”

Learn More

If you are interested in learning more about Cricut machines and what they can do, CreativeBug, a library eResource, offers an Intro to Cricut learning journey. Any patron with a library card is able to access this eResource.