Cricut Valentine Ideas: 16 Free Projects, Cards, & Crafts (2024)

Need some fresh ideas for Valentine’s Day projects and gifts? Make one of these 16 Cricut Valentine ideas with project tutorials from start to finish!

A Cricut cutting machine is the perfect DIY tool for Valentine’s Day gifts and decorations! Over the years I’ve made many fun Valentine’s Day projects on my Cricut, from Valentine’s Day cards to pretty heart-shaped gifts to gorgeous home and party decor. Here are my 16 favorite Cricut Valentine Ideas you can make today, with easy step-by-step directions, full material lists, and free patterns. There are five Cricut Valentine cards, three Valentine lanterns and luminaries, four home decor and wall art ideas, and four special gift boxes. And if you don’t have a Cricut yet, every project comes with a printable PDF so you can cut by hand instead.

Cricut Valentine Idea #1: Heart Mandala Shirt

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Glitter iron on vinyl is perfect for this heart mandala shirt! All you need is a roll of glitter iron on vinyl, a weeding tool, a T-shirt, and an iron or an EasyPress. Makes a great gift! Get the full glitter iron on shirt tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #2: 3D Heart Lantern

Just two sheets of cardstock is all it takes to make this pretty paper heart lantern. Use it as a centerpiece or hang it up, with or without LED lights. Get the full heart lamp tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #3: Layered Paper Heart Mandala

This 6-layer mandala is so pretty and easy — make it as a Valentine’s Day card or frame it as a gift! Get the full heart mandala tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #4: “Love” Shaker Card

Shake things up with this fun “Love” card you can fill with confetti, glitter, or whatever little thing you want! Get the full shaker card tutorial here!

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Cricut Valentine Idea #5: Heart Explosion Box

Give a Valentine’s Day card they will never forget. Get the full heart explosion box tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #6: Paper Heart Tree Art

A super easy canvas with both vinyl and paper — another great beginner project. Get the full paper heart tree tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #7: Hugs & Kisses (“X” and “0”) Wall Art

Make these layered “hugs” and “kisses” in any colors you want! Get the full layered paper art tutorial here!

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Cricut Valentine Idea #8: Paper Heart Envelope

Just one sheet of cardstock makes this fun, folding heart card + envelope. Get the full tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #9: Butterfly Heart

My paper butterfly heart is a fun and easy Valentine’s Day project, perfect for beginners. Get the full paper butterfly heart tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #10: Secret Heart Boxes

Easy and fun heart box, with a place for a secret message. Get the full tutorial here!

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Cricut Valentine Idea #11: Cutwork Heart Box

This gorgeous cutwork heart box is the perfect thing for that special gift. Get the full tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #12: Pop-Up Heart Card

Pop up a rainbow of hearts with this simple-to-make Valentine’s Day card. Get the full tutorial here!

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Cricut Valentine Idea #13: Hearts in Flight Lanterns

These heart-themed lanterns go great with LED candles. Get the full tutorial here!

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Cricut Valentine Idea #14: Happiness Jar with Paper Hearts

Use these simple hearts to write messages of love and happiness. Get the full tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #15: Filigree Cards

These intricate cards and envelopes are gorgeous! Get the full tutorial here!

Cricut Valentine Idea #16: Treat Boxes & Luminaries

These easy favor boxes can also be luminaries. Get the full tutorial here!

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Get my free Cricut Valentine Idea patterns and SVG cut files!

Which one will you make? I’d love to see your Cricut Valentine’s Day projects, and I hope you’ll share your photo in my helpful Cricut Facebook group or tag me on social media with #jennifermaker.

Love,

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Jennifer

Jennifer Marx is a designer, an enthusiastic crafter, a lifelong teacher, and a proud overcomer of a variety of life's challenges. In her spare time she loves to play D&D and video games, garden, sew 16th c. costumes, and go to Disney. She lives a full, happy life in beautiful Ann Arbor, Michigan with her partner Greg, her teen daughter Alexa, and their two dogs, Hunter and Chloe.

Cricut Valentine Ideas: 16 Free Projects, Cards, & Crafts (2024)

FAQs

How do I get free Cricut projects? ›

Sign in to Design Space. Select New Project. From your Canvas, select Images on the design panel to the left. Select Free under Highlighted Categories.

How to design Valentine cards? ›

How to make a Valentine's Day card
  1. Open Canva. Open Canva and search for "Valentine's Day Card." Click "Create a Design" to begin with a blank page.
  2. Find the ideal template. Browse through Canva's hundreds of Valentine's Day card templates. ...
  3. Explore features. ...
  4. Keep customizing. ...
  5. Share or print.

How do I use my Cricut without paying? ›

Free Patterns
  1. Sign in to the Design Space app.
  2. Select My Stuff.
  3. Free Projects: Select Projects. Select the filter Ready-to-Make to view your free projects.
  4. Free Images: Select Images. Select Purchased to view your free images.
  5. Free Fonts: Go to the Canvas screen by selecting New Project. ​​​Select Text on the Canvas.
Nov 6, 2023

Is Cricut no longer free? ›

Do you have to pay for Cricut Access? Yes, Cricut Access is a paid subscription. While Design Space is free, Cricut Access is not. (You do not have to pay for Cricut Access in order to use Design Space.)

Why is Cricut charging me for a free image? ›

Each week Cricut make around 1,000 images in Design Space free for the week. You can find these under Highlighted Categories. Click on Free, to discover the selection of images that have been chosen for that period. Remember that if you use these images in projects after the free week is up, you may be charged.

What is the free app to make Valentine cards? ›

  • Canva. Canva has templates for every occasion, including Valentine's Day. ...
  • Adobe Express. With thousands of free Adobe templates, you'll find plenty of designs for your Valentine's Day card. ...
  • PicMonkey. ...
  • Fotor. ...
  • Search “Valentine” in Promeo. ...
  • Edit To Create a Unique E-Valentine Card. ...
  • Preview and Share the Valentine's Day Card.
Mar 8, 2024

What Valentine's day is 7 to 14 February? ›

There are seven days dedicated to celebration of love before Valentine's Day. It starts from February 7. These seven days of love are Rose Day (February 7), Propose Day (February 8), Chocolate Day (February 9), Teddy Day (February 10), Promise Day (February 11), Hug Day (February 12), and Kiss Day (February 13).

How can I decorate my room for Valentine's Day? ›

Top 8 Room Decor Ideas For Valentine's Day
  1. Fill The Room Ceiling With Red/Heart-Shaped Balloons. ...
  2. Light Up Some Scented Candles To Set The Mood. ...
  3. Light The Room With Soft, Teasing Gleam. ...
  4. Scatter Flower Petals On The Bed. ...
  5. Accentuate The Room With Valentine's Day Decors. ...
  6. Use Red Pillow Covers.
Jan 20, 2023

How to make a simple Valentine gift? ›

How about a pinch pot shaped like a heart for holding jewelry or keys, or a clever wind chime made with heart shaped cookies cutters. And many of these simple ideas are easy enough that the kids can help with a little oversight from an adult.

What should I make my first Cricut? ›

Create your own unique accessories pouch by layering two types of iron-on vinyl. This project is ideal for beginner Cricut users and can be made in under half an hour! Master iron-on vinyls with this Bee Kind T-Shirt project - perfect for making a style statement!

What can you write on with Cricut? ›

Not only can you write on paper using your Cricut, but you can write on other materials like wood, canvas, or fabric too. To write with your Cricut machine, create a text box and select a font and color for your writing. Choose filters in the design space to program your Cricut to write.

How can I decorate my home for Valentine's Day? ›

Heart-shaped home decor: Hearts are the symbol of love, and incorporating heart-shaped home decor accents into your home is a perfect way to set the romantic mood. Whether it's heart-shaped pillows, wall art, or even heart-shaped wreaths, these accents add love to any room.

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