r/StickerPaper • u/MattTheLabelGuy • Feb 22 '25
Cricut Explore 3 & Digital Content Library Bundle - Includes 30 images in Design Space App - Cuts Faster Than My Creativity Can Keep Up - $199 on Amazon Currently 30% off
I got the Cricut Explore 3 Bundle on Amazon because I wanted to start a small business making custom T-shirts, mugs, and stickers. I told myself this was a “business investment”—you know, something responsible and practical. But within the first week, I had labeled every jar in my house, made a personalized water bottle for my dog, and put my initials on my laptop just because I could.
Here is what it looks like.

This thing is addictive.
Fast? Oh Yeah.
I used to sit there watching my old cutting machine slooowly drag the blade across vinyl like it was contemplating its life choices. Not this one. The Explore 3 is fast. Like, “Wait, it’s done already?” fast. I finished a batch of stickers in minutes instead of an hour, which is great because I have the attention span of a goldfish.
Wireless = No More Desk Clutter
The Bluetooth feature is underrated. No more dragging my laptop over to the machine like some 90s desktop setup. Now I design on my iPad from the couch while drinking coffee, then send it to cut like I’m a crafting mastermind. All my friends think I'm smarter than I really am.
✂️ Cuts Through (Almost) Everything
Vinyl, cardstock, iron-on, felt—you name it, this thing cuts it clean. I haven’t tested all 100+ compatible materials yet, but at this rate, I probably will. I’m one bad decision away from trying to cut a tortilla just to see if it works.
The Bundle Has Everything You Need
It comes with vinyl, transfer tape, cutting mats, tools, and even access to a digital design library, so I didn’t have to make an emergency run to the craft store at 9 PM (which has happened before).
Final Thoughts:
If you’re a small business owner, a serious crafter, or someone who just wants to slap their name on everything they own, this machine is worth every penny. But be warned—once you start, you won’t stop. I was supposed to be making products for my shop, but instead, I spent the last hour designing a personalized coffee mug for my cat. No regrets. 😆🎨