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Materials, Mats and Blades

What a machine can cut, from cardstock and chipboard to thin metal and fabric, with the right mat and blade for each.

  • Cricut Maker 4
    Materials, Mats and Blades

    Can a Cricut Cut Cardboard and Chipboard?

    Can a Cricut cut cardboard? Learn which Cricut machine, Knife Blade, and mat suit chipboard, why corrugated cardboard is harder, and how to plan a cut.

  • Cricut Explore 5 Essential
    Materials, Mats and Blades

    Can a Cricut Cut Cardstock?

    Can a Cricut cut cardstock? Learn which paper, mat, and settings to choose, how to set up a clean cut, and when to add a scoring stylus for cards.

  • Cricut Maker 4
    Materials, Mats and Blades

    Can a Cricut Cut Metal? Thin Sheets and Limits

    Can a Cricut cut metal? Learn what Cricut machines can cut or engrave, why thin metal sheets have limits, and how to choose a safer craft method.

  • Cricut Knife Blade
    Materials, Mats and Blades

    Cricut Blade Types and What Each One Cuts

    Compare Cricut blade types by material and project, from delicate fabric and thicker stock to wood and tear-away cuts. Check compatibility and choose the right blade.

  • Cricut StandardGrip Mats
    Materials, Mats and Blades

    Cricut Mat Sizes: Which Mat Fits Which Machine?

    Compare Cricut mat sizes and grip types to find the right fit for your machine, material, and project, from lightweight paper to fabric and chipboard.

  • AccuQuilt GO! Fabric Cutter Starter Set
    Materials, Mats and Blades

    Can a Die Cutting Machine Cut Fabric and Felt?

    A die cutting machine for fabric can cut cloth and felt, but the right machine, blade or die, mat, and material setup depend on your project.

  • Cricut Maker 4
    Materials, Mats and Blades

    How Thick Can a Cricut Cut? Limits by Machine

    How thick can a Cricut cut? Compare machine limits, blade choices, material thickness, and safe ways to check whether a project can be cut.