STOP Buying Cricut Card Packs! Make Your Own Card Bases & Inserts (Any Size, Any Style!)

Are Cricut card packs worth it? In this video, I show you exactly how to make your own Cricut card bases and inserts at home—saving money while unlocking unlimited creativity with your favourite colours, textures, and patterned cardstock. Whether you're using a Cricut Joy, Explore, or Maker, these easy DIY card techniques will help you create custom greeting cards for any occasion. I also share the exact card base and insert sizes in both inches and centimetres so you can get perfect results every time. Plus, don’t miss my envelope-making tutorial linked below so you can complete your handmade cards from start to finish. 🎉 I’m also celebrating nearly 1,000 subscribers and will be hosting a live chat session soon—make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss it! If you love Cricut projects, DIY crafts, and budget-friendly ideas, this video is for you.

Link to my video where I show you have to make envelopes - https://youtu.be/exzBlxcS5QA

✂️ Cricut Card/Insert Card Sizes
R10 (small)
Card: 3.5" x 4.9" (8.9 × 12.4 cm)
Insert: 3.25" x 4.65" (8.3 × 11.8 cm)

R20 (most common / A2 size)
Card: 4.25" x 5.5" (10.8 × 14 cm)
Insert: 4" x 5.25" (10.2 × 13.3 cm)

R30
Card: 4.5" x 6.25" (11.4 × 15.9 cm)
Insert: 4.25" x 6" (10.8 × 15.2 cm)

R40 (largest rectangle)
Card: 4.75" x 6.6" (12.1 × 16.8 cm)
Insert: 4.5" x 6.35" (11.4 × 16.1 cm)

S40 (square)
Card: 4.75" x 4.75" (12.1 × 12.1 cm)
Insert: 4.5" x 4.5" (11.4 × 11.4 cm)

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🥰Items used in video
Cricut Trimmer - https://amzn.to/3K2B4rg
Scoring Board - https://amzn.to/3KCw9gW
DCWV Book themed Cardstock - https://amzn.to/4mZiNd0
Coloured Cardstock 250 gsm (for card bases) - https://amzn.to/4jlgKio
Cardstock holder (most similar to mine) - https://amzn.to/4qOpbWd

🥰 My Craft Machines & Glass Mat
Cricut Joy - https://amzn.to/46z91sg
Maker 3 (Maker 4 are cheaper online at the moment) - https://amzn.to/4nmewAL
Brother Sewing Machine - https://amzn.to/4njMZ2X
Singer Overlocker 700D (Similar machine linked) - https://amzn.to/4mtZlnG
We R Memory Keepers Glass Mat-Lilac - https://amzn.to/4pwNRSE

🥰My Heat Press Machines & Mat
Cricut Easy Press (9 x 9 inches) - https://amzn.to/48dQJy1
Cricut Easy Press Mini - https://amzn.to/46g20Lz
Cricut Heat Press Mat - https://amzn.to/47zaGz8

🥰Cricut Craft Tools
Cricut Joy Standard Grip Mat - https://amzn.to/4mhqOZQ
Cricut Maker 3 - 3 Pack Cutting Mats - https://amzn.to/4mzOE2R
Cricut Brayer - https://amzn.to/4n2X97V
Cricut Weeding Tool - https://amzn.to/4maraBi
TECKWRAP Vinyl Scraper (for burnishing) - https://amzn.to/3VdKcf7
Cricut Self Healing Cutting Mat (I used this to weed vinyl) - https://amzn.to/3VI4Ynk
Cricut Trimmer - https://amzn.to/3K2B4rg
Cricut True Control Knife - https://amzn.to/3JuWgq9
Cricut Transfer Tape - https://amzn.to/3KhDfaw
Masking tape - https://amzn.to/4nrQwvu
Measuring tape - https://amzn.to/4ghk4JW
Silicone Cup Holder - https://amzn.to/41YEGRv

🥰Card Making Tools
We R Memory Keepers Glass Mat-Lilac - https://amzn.to/4pwNRSE
Misti Stamping Tool (in Teal) - https://amzn.to/426NIvH
Memento Ink Pad in Black - https://amzn.to/3IADZam
Clear Dew Drops (similar to mine) - https://amzn.to/425AjEi
Cricut Trimmer - https://amzn.to/3K2B4rg
Scoring Board - https://amzn.to/3KCw9gW
Couture Creations Mini Guillotine - https://amzn.to/3Km7ux6
Sizzix Sidekick Starter Kit (Die Cutter) - https://amzn.to/4spJzyh
Ohuhu Pastel Alcohol Brush Markers (my new set) - https://amzn.to/4bcg5Oq
Ohuhu Alcohol Brush Markers - https://amzn.to/4nT8UgQ
Nail Pick up Tool (now a 2 pack set) - https://amzn.to/4qAPLBV
White Cardstock 230gsm (for card bases) - https://amzn.to/4jpDfCZ
3D dot adhesives - https://amzn.to/4bifYAO
Tombow double sided tape runner - https://amzn.to/4jJuBj3
Tombow Mono liquid glue (with precision tip - dual end) - https://amzn.to/4pn7mwg
Baby wipes (with dispensing top - I have used this brand) - https://amzn.to/3YoNrlt
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