Cricut Tutorial

How to Use Our Digital Sticker Files with Cricut: A Step-by-Step Guide

 

What You’ll Receive

With every printable sticker sheet, you’ll get:

  • 1 transparent PNG file with white outlines – this is your full-color, ready-to-cut sticker sheet (No need to worry about blackout files or SVGs—this PNG does it all!)
  • 1 blackout PNG file – you won't need this

What You’ll Need

  • Cricut Explore or Maker series machine
  • Cricut Design Space
  • Inkjet printer + sticker paper
  • LightGrip Cricut mat (recommended)
  • Our PNG sticker file (see example)

Step 1: Upload the Transparent PNG into Cricut Design Space

  1. Open Cricut Design Space and start a new project.
  2. Click Upload, then Upload Image.
  3. Choose the transparent PNG file (the one with the cute sticker artwork).
  4. Do not remove the background—it’s already transparent.
  5. Select “Flat Graphic” for Print Then Cut image and click Upload again to bring it onto your canvas.


Step 2: Add the PNG to Your Canvas

Click on your uploaded image to insert it into your canvas.

Then:

  • Resize it to fit within Cricut’s Print Then Cut limit (max size: 6.75" x 9.25")
  • Keep proportions locked to maintain the correct dimensions

 

Step 3: You're Ready to Print and Cut!

Once resized:

  1. Click Make
  2. Follow the prompt to Print your sticker sheet using your home inkjet printer
  3. Load the printed sheet onto your Cricut mat
  4. Select your material setting—Sticker Paper, Washi Sheet, or a custom setting if needed
  5. Load the mat and click Go!

Cricut will automatically detect the white offset edge and cut around your stickers.

 

Tips for Best Results

  • Use light grip mats so your stickers are easy to peel off
  • If you want kiss-cut stickers (not cut all the way through), test your material setting first
  • Make sure your sticker PNG has a white border—this helps Cricut recognize where to cut
  • Don’t resize the image after you hit “Make It.” Cricut uses the dimensions to match the cut with your printed image
  • Stick with white or light-colored sticker paper for best sensor reading
  • Avoid glossy paper unless you’ve tested it—Cricut sensors can struggle with glare.

 

That’s It!

You're now ready to make your own sticker sheets at home using just one file and a few simple steps. I hope this made the process feel less intimidating!

If you create anything fun, don’t forget to tag us on Instagram @ohanastory—we LOVE seeing your stickers in action!