best sticker paper for cricut

Best Sticker Paper for Cricut Cutting Machines

Ian Mutuli
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Ian Mutuli

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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Stickers are fantastic. They help you express your individuality and bring art, color and fun into your everyday spaces – on a laptop case, car bumper or in your planner. What if, however, you’re a craft person and use Cricut cutting machines to cut stickers? Is all sticker paper compatible with Cricut machines? Adhesive paper that can be printed with your designs and then cut into the shape or size of your choice, Cricut sticker paper is also known as sticker vinyl.

Cricut machines have a few types of sticker paper which you can choose from, ranging from matte, glossy, vinyl, to clear. How you choose your paper depends on your tastes as well as the kind of design you want to do. With so many brands out there, it can be very challenging to discover the best sticker paper for the Cricut. After going through the different options, we have selected few sticker paper for you.

Best Sticker Papers for Cricut

1. JOYEZA Premium Printable Vinyl Sticker Paper 

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JOYEZA Premium Printable Vinyl Sticker Paper is the best you can start your sticker paper journey with your Cricut machine. After trying so many different brands for these high quality, craft paper for our Cricut, we bumped into these premium sticker papers from JOYEZA, and with over 15,000 reviewers, it is difficult to ignore these high-quality printable vinyl sheets.

In addition to holding and drying ink well, tear and water resistant, this matte sticker paper is. Due to their adhesive backing they are also surprisingly long lasting. What’s more, this is printable vinyl sticker paper which is compatible with both inkjet as well as laser printer, and can therefore be easily cut using hand or even die cutter machine like Cricut.

We used this matte sticker paper on many projects including photo stickers, file folder labels, and product labels for both indoor and outdoor use. But, stickers that we scattered for car decals outdoors were discolored over time. For better durability and waterproofness, we sealed our projects with cold laminate.

Pros:

  • Compatible with inkjet and laser printers
  • High-quality
  • Water and tear-resistant

Cons:

  • Prone to sun bleaching

2. Avery Printable Sticker Paper

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Avery Printable Sticker Paper is ideal if you’re looking to start a home based sticker business. These Cricut printable sticker paper sheets are resistant to fade and are perfectly suitable for making your own stickers on 8.5 x 11 sheets in any shape or size you want.

Each pack of seven sheets of one clear sheet for easy sticking on metal, glass, plastic and paper, the seven sheets in one pack – seven sheets come in one pack and each one has excellent adhesive quality. These sticker sheets were used for planner stickers, Christmas crafts, wedding favors, scrapbooking, and DIY gifts. Moreover, the brand has also provided the option to customize the templates for every order.

You can extract your designs using Silhouette in addition to Cricut and with both laser and inkjet printers, you can create clear text and cool graphics on this glossy sticker paper sheet.

Pros:

  • Durable paper quality
  • Safe for kids
  • Permanent adhesive for numerous surfaces
  • Compatible with Cricut and Silhouette die-cutting machines

Cons:

  • Non-waterproof
  • The sticker papers are thinner

3. GPFMLDFV 20 Glossy Sticker Paper Cricut 

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The GPFMLDFV Glossy Sticker Paper is a versatile, professional quality vinyl decal sheet that lasts so long you will forget it is there and is perfect for creative projects, crafts and label printing.

These A4 sheets serve shiny, dry quickly and have vibrant, long lasting prints,& are also water resistant. This paper is ideal for Cricut users and other cutting machines and will be perfect for those looking to make custom stickers, labels and decals.

GDFLDFV 20 Glossy Sticker Paper gives you outstanding quality at a price that won't break the bank, making it a staple for anyone wanting to create a fantastic custom sticker and decal. Whether it's for the office or in your home studio, this paper meets all your needs.

Pros:

  • Ideal for outdoor use 
  • Saves time and reduces the risk of smudges.
  • Compatible with Cutting Machines
  • Cost-effective

Cons:

  • Some people may find it slightly less durable
  • Not compatible with laser printers.

4. UOKHO Printable Holographic Sticker Paper

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If you’re looking for sticker papers to make your own stickers with a cool eye candy feel to them, UOKHO Printable Holographic Sticker Paper definitely deserves a binge. The premium glossy, rainbow finish, self adhesive vinyl is fast dry, water proof, fade resistant and tear proof.

It's easy to use this clear vinyl sticker paper with easy to peel backing, smooth cutting and printing, high adhesion, and fast drying. Plus they can stick to almost all smooth surfaces and won't fall off easily.

Additionally, you have your choice of the various holographic patterns that the brand offers, including transparent, diamonds, stars, dots, or a mix. Compatible with laser and inkjet printers, these sticker papers are great for scrapbooks, photos, or posters.

Pros:

  • Thick and durable
  • Easy to use and fast-drying
  • Fade and tear-resistant

Cons:

  • Not fully waterproof

5. Stampcolour Premium Printable Vinyl Sticker Paper

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Stampcolour Premium Printable Vinyl Sticker Paper is a versatile and high quality solution for making amazing, pure, self adhesives decals and stickers. This translucent vinyl paper is designed for inkjet printers, and is ideal for many projects, such as crafting, labeling and personalizing items. Included in the pack is 30 sheets of tear resistant self adhesive vinyl that prints vibrant and long lasting.

So, if you're looking for a solid and transparent vinyl for you projects, the Stampcolour Premium Printable Vinyl Sticker Paper is a good choice for you. It is translucent yet it outputs vivid colors, and it is tear resistant durability makes it ideal for personal and professional use. This is perfect for crafters, small business owners & DIY enthusiasts!

Pros:

  • Reduces waiting time and risk of smudging.
  • Ideal for home, office, or professional projects.
  • Broad printer compatibility

Cons:

  • May require a sealant for outdoor or moisture-exposed use.

What to Look for When Choosing a Sticker Paper for Cricut Machines

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1. Type of Paper

Sticker paper comes in different types. Consider the things you plan to make with your Cricut to find the perfect sticker paper for you. If you need your stickers to be water resistant, choose materials like printable vinyl or polycarbonate for instance. Stickers for agendas, planners and scrapbooking should be made with paper stickers; if you want special translucency or transparent stickers – go for transparent sticker paper.

If, for example, you need the stickers to be extremely durable, water resistant and UV ray resistant, then you may want to go robust with sticker paper such as laminated sticker paper, or permanent vinyl.

2. Finish

If you’re planning to print stickers with your Cricut machine, you’ll need to consider the finish of sticker paper. There are two main finishes for sticker papers, glossy and matte. Very shiny plus very colorful and have a shiny finish, and too gives a professional look. However sometimes they can be too flashy.

Matte stickers, on the other hand, are more elegant and their printing just feels like typing paper. But the finish may dull the brightness of their colors. For creating plain stickers, stick with matte sheets. Glossy papers are worth it otherwise, shiny stickers are exciting for everyone's eyes.

Additionally, glossy paper stickers are much more expensive than matte papers. Glossy papers are more friendly to water, but the paper used has a tendency to reflect light around, which can be hard for the Cricut sensors to pick up where the image starts and stops.

3. Resistance

You should also consider the sticker paper resistant. The water resistant sticker paper may be an expensive investment, but it will make it worth it. Waterproof coating is applied so these papers repel waters splashes and prevent your sticker not to get wet. You also have to see to it that your sticker paper is something tear resistant so that your sticker paper will last without ripping off everytime.

Thicker sticker papers are more resistant, but equally inflexible and difficult to print. If you aren't worried about resistance, use cold laminating sheets or laminator to make stickers because its simple.

4. Size and Quantity

Sticker papers are packed in different quantities for different prices, but some may have less quantities for the same prices. Another important aspect regarding sticker paper is the size as printers support only various paper formats. Print and cutting could be hindered by the wrong paper size.

5. Printer Compatibility

Compatibility with your printer is an extremely important things with sticker paper. Specific  inkjet or laser printers will have some papers made specially for them. The seller should clearly indicate on their page alongside, the product label, which sticker paper is best for your printer. Another point to keep in mind is that most papers are compatible with inkjet printers, but not with laser printers.

Most importantly, some sticker sheets like the transparent or glossy finish sticker sheets do not print well on certain models of printers like Eco Tank or Epson Workforce because the printer doesn’t seal the ink back with heat so the ink takes long time to dry on transparent or glossy papers and they get smudged easily.

Additionally, you should note the measurements of the sticker paper as every paper size may or may not run smoothly in all printers Cricut.

6. Price

Price is another factor you need to factor in. If you’re just using stickers for personal use, then buying a high quality, expensive sticker is not a problem. Though, if you’re into making stickers for your business it’s best to check for the best value sticker papers at the best prices.

While many brands are offering cheap sticker papers, some brands may not produce high-quality papers. That being said, picking up a quality brand, albeit a tad on the expensive side, would be wise.

Conclusion on the Best Sticker Paper for Cricut

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In conclusion, there are lots of products in the world of Cricut sticker papers. It doesn’t matter whether you’re looking to create waterproof stickers, eye catching glossy stickers or elegant matt stickers, there’s a sticker paper you can use with your Cricut machine.

When we were choosing the best sticker paper for Cricut, we’ve looked at the durability, printer compatibility, waterproofness, as well as the type of finish. But the best is the one that matches your style and you can express your creativity.

Ian Mutuli

About the author

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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