Straw toppers are a fun and easy way to add a personal touch to any drink. With a Cricut, you can easily create custom straw toppers in a variety of shapes and designs. Here's how to make straw toppers with Cricut:
How to Make Straw Toppers with Cricut Maker?
To make straw toppers with Cricut Maker, you will need the following materials:
- Cricut Maker machine
- Cricut Maker mat
- Straw toppers design (you can find free designs online or create your own)
- Colored paper or cardstock
- Scissors or paper trimmer
- Glue stick or double-sided tape
- Straws
Here's how to make straw toppers with Cricut Maker:
- Open the Cricut Design Space app and select the "New Project" option.
- Upload your straw toppers design or select a design from the Cricut library.
- Resize the design to fit the dimensions of your straw toppers.
- Select the "Cut" option and choose the "Colored Paper" material setting.
- Place your colored paper or cardstock on the Cricut Maker mat and load it into the machine.
- Press the "Go" button to cut out the straw toppers.
- Remove the straw toppers from the mat and use scissors or a paper trimmer to remove any excess paper.
- Apply a small amount of glue stick or double-sided tape to the back of the straw toppers and attach them to the straws.
How to Make Bows for Tumblers?
One popular design for straw toppers is a bow. To make bows for tumblers, you will need the following materials:
- Cricut Maker machine
- Cricut Maker mat
- Bow design (you can find free designs online or create your own)
- Colored paper or cardstock
- Scissors or paper trimmer
- Glue stick or double-sided tape
- Straws
Here's how to make bows for tumblers with Cricut Maker:
- Follow the steps above to cut out the bow design from colored paper or cardstock.
- Fold the bow in half and secure it with a small amount of glue stick or double-sided tape.
- Attach the bow to the straw using glue stick or double-sided tape.
How to Make Bows for Stanley Cups?
Another popular design for straw toppers is a bow for Stanley Cups. To make bows for Stanley Cups, you will need the following materials:
- Cricut Maker machine
- Cricut Maker mat
- Bow design (you can find free designs online or create your own)
- Colored paper or cardstock
- Scissors or paper trimmer
- Glue stick or double-sided tape
- Straws
Here's how to make bows for Stanley Cups with Cricut Maker:
- Follow the steps above to cut out the bow design from colored paper or cardstock.
- Fold the bow in half and secure it with a small amount of glue stick or double-sided tape.
- Attach the bow to the straw using glue stick or double-sided tape.
Bow Straw Glass
Another way to use straw toppers is to attach them to glassware. To make a bow straw glass, you will need the following materials:
- Cricut Maker machine
- Cricut Maker mat
- Bow design (you can find free designs online or create your own)
- Colored paper or cardstock
- Scissors or paper trimmer
- Glue stick or double-sided tape
- Straws
- Glassware
Here's how to make a bow straw glass with Cricut Maker:
- Follow the steps above to cut out the bow design from colored paper or cardstock.
- Fold the bow in half and secure it with a small amount of glue stick or double-sided tape.
- Attach the bow to the glassware using glue stick or double-sided tape.
- Insert a straw into the glassware.
FAQs
What is Cricut?
Ans: Cricut is a brand of electronic cutting machines that can be used to cut a variety of materials, including paper, fabric, and vinyl.
What materials do I need to make straw toppers with Cricut?
Ans: To make straw toppers with Cricut, you will need a Cricut cutting machine, colored paper or cardstock, scissors or a paper trimmer, glue stick or double-sided tape, and straws.
How do I make a bow for a tumbler using Cricut?
Ans: To make a bow for a tumbler using Cricut, you will need to cut out a bow design from colored paper or cardstock using the Cricut cutting machine. Then, fold the bow in half and secure it with glue or double-sided tape. Attach the bow to the tumbler using glue or double-sided tape.
Can I use Cricut to make other types of straw toppers?
Ans: Yes, Cricut can be used to make a variety of straw toppers, including flowers, stars, and animals. You can either use pre-made designs or create your own using the Cricut Design Space app.
How do I attach the straw topper to the straw?
Ans: To attach the straw topper to the straw, you can use glue stick or double-sided tape. Simply apply a small amount of adhesive to the back of the straw topper and attach it to the straw.