How to Make Sticker Sheets with Cricut and Canva (2025 Guide)

Want to create beautiful custom sticker sheets without complex design software? I'll show you how to make professional-looking sticker sheets using Canva and your Cricut machine. As someone who's taught thousands of crafters to create stickers, I've developed a simple method that works perfectly every time.

Quick Navigation:

• Watch the Video!
• What You'll Need
• Sticker Sheet Template Setup
• Designing Your Sheets in Canva
• Printing Your Sticker Sheets
• Cutting with Cricut
• Pro Tips and Tricks

Watch the Video!

What You'll Need to Make Sticker Sheets

• Canva account (free or Pro)
• Cricut cutting machine
• White matte sticker paper
• Printer
• Cricut cutting mat

Note: While a Canva Pro account offers more features, I'll share workarounds for free account users too!

Perfect Sticker Sheet Template Setup

Getting the Size Right

The key to perfect printable sticker sheets is starting with the right measurements:

• Individual sheet size: 4.55" wide x 6.75" high
• This allows two sheets side by side
• Total printing area: 6.75" x 9.25" (Cricut maximum)

Creating Your Template

1. Add a frame in Canva
2. Resize to 4.55" x 6.75"
3. Add header and footer bars for branding
4. Place two frames side by side

Designing Custom Sticker Sheets in Canva

Adding Backgrounds

Make your sticker sheets stand out with these techniques:

• Search for free patterns in Canva
• Upload your own patterns
• Use color-matched borders
• Add your branding elements

Creating Your Sticker Designs

Tips for beautiful sticker layouts:

• Use Canva's graphics library
• Check "Magic Recommendations" for matching elements
• Create white borders using shadow effects
• Arrange elements to maximize space

Preparing Files for Print

For Canva Pro Users:

1. Separate designs into layers
2. Download as PNG with transparent background
3. Save both background and sticker layers

For Free Canva Users:

1. Download as regular PNG
2. Remove background in Cricut Design Space
3. Manually restore any light colors if needed

Cutting Your Sticker Sheets with Cricut

Setting Up for Perfect Cuts

1. Upload both layers to Cricut Design Space
2. Align stickers with background
3. Duplicate background layer for die cutting
4. Attach all layers together

Print and Cut Process

1. Click "Make It"
2. Send to printer (use high quality settings)
3. Place on Cricut mat
4. Use "printable stickers" setting
5. Set pressure to "less" for kiss cuts

Pro Tips for Perfect Sticker Sheets

• Always test cut a small area first
• Remove sheets by flipping mat over
• Keep designs cohesive with consistent color palettes
• Save your successful cut settings

Troubleshooting Common Issues

• Light colors disappearing: Use darker shades or restore in Cricut
• Sizing issues: Use auto-resize in Cricut
• Cutting problems: Adjust pressure settings
• Alignment issues: Check registration marks

Ready to Create Your Own Sticker Sheets?

Get started with my free Canva sticker sheet template here!

This template is perfectly sized and ready for your sticker sheet designs.

Ready to Start Your Sticker-Making Journey?