Cricut StickerPix line targets hobbyists with compact print-and-cut machines

Cricut has launched the StickerPix Print and StickerPix Print + Cut, two compact devices designed to print, laminate, and cut custom stickers and photos. Priced at $169 and $299 respectively, the machines use dye-sublimation technology to produce water-resistant, scratch-proof outputs. The larger model features a built-in cutter for custom shapes, while the smaller model relies on pre-cut sheets. Both integrate with the free Cricut Design Space app, targeting hobbyists, small business owners, and Etsy sellers looking for an affordable, space-saving alternative to professional print shops.
Key points
- Cricut introduced the StickerPix Print and StickerPix Print + Cut on September 24, 2026, as its first dedicated sticker-making machines.
- The StickerPix Print + Cut costs $299 and prints, laminates, and kiss-cuts stickers on 4x7-inch sheets, leaving them attached to a larger backing for easy peeling.
- The StickerPix Print costs $169, prints on 4x6-inch photo paper and pre-cut sticker sheets, but lacks cutting capabilities.
- Both devices use dye-sublimation printing, which relies on heat rather than ink to ensure vibrant colors and durability against water, scratches, and fading.
- Initial availability is exclusive to Cricut.com and Michaels for the first week, with wider distribution planned thereafter.
- The machines connect to the free Cricut Design Space app, allowing users to upload photos or select templates from a library of artist-made illustrations.
Background
Cricut is known for crafting machines that have become staples in DIY communities, particularly on platforms like TikTok for wedding planning and custom apparel. This new line expands the brand's portfolio beyond cutting and weeding into direct printing and lamination. Previous coverage from our archive on September 25, 2026, confirmed the launch of these devices, noting their appeal to hobbyists and small business owners seeking professional-quality results at home.
How outlets are covering it
The Verge emphasizes the compact size of the machines, highlighting them as ideal for users with limited storage space, and notes the kiss-cut feature that keeps stickers attached to a backing sheet for easier peeling. Creative Bloq focuses on the practical benefits for small business owners and Etsy sellers, praising the 300 DPI dye-sublimation technology for producing smudge-proof, water-resistant labels and stickers. Mashable provides a hands-on review perspective, describing the machines as a 'junk journaler's dream' and noting their potential to compete with professional printing services like Minted. Cricut’s Senior Product Director, Jana Lee, explicitly stated that the StickerPix machines are intended to be direct competitors to external printing services. All sources agree on the pricing and core functionality but differ in their target audience emphasis: The Verge focuses on space efficiency, Creative Bloq on commercial viability, and Mashable on creative hobby applications.
Why it matters
The StickerPix line lowers the barrier to entry for personalized physical goods, enabling individuals to produce durable, professional-grade stickers and photos without outsourcing to third-party services. By integrating printing, lamination, and cutting into a single compact device, Cricut addresses the needs of small businesses and hobbyists who require high-quality, water-resistant outputs for products like Etsy listings, event favors, or personal journals. The move signals a shift in consumer crafting toward all-in-one solutions that reduce reliance on external print shops while maintaining professional standards.
What to watch
The StickerPix machines are available now, with exclusive sales at Cricut.com and Michaels for the first week. Wider retail availability is expected to follow. Users can begin designing via the Cricut Design Space app, utilizing preloaded templates or uploading custom images. Future updates may include new template libraries or compatibility with additional material types, though no specific announcements have been made beyond the initial launch.
- Cricut’s new compact crafter prints, cuts, and laminates stickers The Verge
- Sticker addicts rejoice! Cricut just released two really cool label and sticker makers Creative Bloq
- Cricut introduces StickerPix machines for at-home sticker making Mashable
- Cricut® Launches a New Category with the All-New Cricut StickerPix™ Line, Bringing Personalized Sticker Making into Its Creativity Platform thecanadianpressnews.ca
- We Tested Cricut’s New All-in-One Sticker Studio: Turn Your Smartphone Snaps into a Waterproof Custom Sticker Gold Central Victoria
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