Shop My Craft Room: My Favorite Cricut, xTool & Etsy Supplies

Shop My Craft Room

Every day I get questions about the tools, supplies, and equipment I use to run my craft business—from my Cricut and xTool favorites to the shipping supplies I use for Etsy orders. This list includes everything I use to create, sell, organize, and run my craft business.

Instead of trying to answer the same questions over and over, I put everything I actually use (and genuinely recommend) in one place. Whether you’re just getting started with Cricut, growing an Etsy shop, or looking for my favorite Dollar Tree finds, you’ll find my go-to products organized by category below.

These are the supplies I reach for every week to create, package, and ship my projects. I hope this saves you time—and helps you build your own craft room with tools that work! 💕

 

 

💡 Quick Tip: Bookmark this page! I update it regularly with my newest favorite craft supplies, tools, and small business must-haves.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

⭐ Melanie’s Current Favorites

These are the products I’m reaching for almost every day in my craft room right now. I update this section regularly with my latest favorites, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back often! 💕

• ❤️ Glass Craft Mat – My work surface for almost every Cricut, xTool, and DIY project. It’s easy to clean, protects my table, and makes crafting so much easier.
• 🔥 Cordless Mini Hot Glue Gun – One of my favorite craft room upgrades! I love not having to fight with a cord while assembling projects.
• ✨ xTool M2 – My favorite all-in-one machine for laser engraving, cutting, and full-color printing. I’ve been using it constantly for Etsy products and boutique-style home décor.
• 🪵 Basswood Sheets & Wood Blanks – The material I use most for signs, ornaments, gift tags, layered projects, and personalized laser creations.
• 📦 MUNBYN Label Printer – If you ship Etsy orders, this is one tool I can’t live without. It saves time, prints beautiful labels, and makes my shipping process so much faster.

💡 Melanie’s Tip: I only include products here that I genuinely use and would buy again today. These favorites change throughout the year as I discover new tools and supplies I love!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

xTool Favorites

If you’ve been following my laser projects lately, you already know I’m obsessed with my xTool machines! Whether I’m creating personalized gifts, home décor, Etsy products, or boutique-quality keepsakes, these are the tools and materials I reach for over and over again.

• 🔥 xTool M2– My favorite all-in-one crafting machine! It combines laser engraving, cutting, and full-color printing so I can create everything from personalized gifts and signs to stickers, ornaments, tumblers, and home décor.
• 💨 xTool Air Purifier – Keeps my craft room cleaner by filtering smoke, dust, and odors while I’m engraving and cutting indoors.
• ⚡ xTool F1 – Perfect for lightning-fast engraving on tumblers, leather patches, keychains, metal business cards, and personalized gifts. It’s my go-to machine for quick custom projects.
• 🪵 Basswood Sheets – One of my favorite materials for signs, ornaments, layered projects, gift tags, and laser-cut home décor.
• 🎍 Bamboo Blanks & Cutting Boards – I use these constantly to create high-end engraved serving boards, gifts, charcuterie boards, and boutique-style home décor.
• 🖼️ Material Starter Kit – Perfect for ornaments, door hangers, signs, gift tags, coasters, bookmarks, and personalized keepsakes.

💡 Melanie’s xTool Tip: I always keep a stash of unfinished wood blanks on hand. That way, when inspiration strikes—or an Etsy order comes in—I can personalize, engrave, and ship projects without waiting for supplies to arrive.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cricut Essentials

Whether you’re just getting started with Cricut or looking to upgrade your craft room, these are the tools and supplies I use over and over again for handmade gifts, home décor, and products I sell in my Etsy shop.

• 🖥️ Cricut Explore 5 – My go-to cutting machine for creating vinyl decals, shirts, gift tags, signs, cards, and so much more.
• ✂️ Permanent Vinyl + Iron-On Vinyl – Perfect for personalized signs, mugs, ornaments, apparel, tote bags, and gifts.
• 📜 Transfer Tape + Weeding Tools – Two essentials I use on almost every vinyl project for clean, frustration-free application.
• 🌟 Scraper + Brayer – Helps materials stick smoothly to your mat and removes bubbles for professional-looking results.
• 🖨️ Cardstock Packs – Perfect for layered paper crafts, cake toppers, greeting cards, gift tags, and party decorations.

💡 Melanie’s Cricut Tip: I keep a small container next to my Cricut for vinyl scraps. Those leftover pieces are perfect for gift tags, labels, ornaments, decals, and test cuts—don’t throw them away!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

🧰 Craft Room Essentials

These are the everyday tools that show up in almost every project I make. Whether I’m crafting for fun, creating content, or making products for my shop, these are the basics I reach for over and over again.

• ❤️ Hot Glue Gun – A must-have for quick DIYs, Dollar Tree projects, and small craft repairs.
• 🔥 Glue Sticks – I always keep extras stocked because I go through these constantly.
• ✨ Glass Craft Mat – My favorite work surface for crafting, weeding vinyl, painting, and protecting my table.
• ✂️ Self-Healing Cutting Mat – Great for trimming paper, vinyl, fabric, and craft materials.
• 🔪 Precision Knife – Perfect for detailed cuts and cleaning up small edges.
• 📏 Acrylic Ruler – Helps keep cuts, signs, labels, and layouts straight.
• ✂️ Sharp Craft Scissors – One of those tools I use every single day.
• 🖌️ Paint Brushes – Useful for signs, blanks, touch-ups, and DIY projects.
• 🔥 Heat Resistant Tape – Helpful for sublimation, heat press projects, and keeping designs in place.
• 📐 Measuring Tape – Essential for signs, decals, furniture, craft room setups, and product sizing.
• 🖊️ Fine-Point Pens + Markers – for labeling, lettering, and Cricut writing projects.

💡 Tip: Keep a small basket of these basics on your desk or craft cart so you never have to go searching mid-project!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Adhesives, Paints & Finishes 

This is where the magic happens — adding sparkle, shimmer, and texture to all your creations.

• 🎨 Acrylic Paints – white, gold, green, red, and blush tones are my go-tos.
• 🪄 Mod Podge – for sealing signs,and glitter projects.
• 🌟 Spray Adhesive + Clear Gloss Spray – adds shine and locks in details.
• 🧴 Glitter Glue & Faux Snow – for a frosted touch on ornaments, signs, and gift tags.

💡 Favorite combo: Mix fine glitter with clear gloss for a subtle, high-end shimmer that photographs beautifully.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Embellishments 

The finishing touches are what make your projects feel magical — and many of these can be found at Dollar Tree or craft aisles for under $5.

• 🎀 Ribbons + Twine – choose neutrals for farmhouse style or metallics for glam.
• 🪶 Wood Beads – for ornaments, garlands, and personalized tags.
• 🌲 Mini Wreaths + Faux Greenery – perfect for Cricut signs or tiered trays.
• 🔔 Mini Jingle Bells + Charms – add sound and sparkle to any craft.
• 🎄 Mini Bottlebrush Trees – tuck them into ornaments, shadow boxes, or gift toppers.

💡 Tip: Buy extras of your favorite ribbon spools — they tend to sell out fast every year!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My Creator Studio

People always ask what I use to film my videos, take product photos, and create content for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, and my blog. These are the tools I use every week to create content for my business.

Filming Tools Checklist & Tools

• • 📱 Phone – Samsung or iPhone Rear camera for top-down filming
  • 💡 Ring Light – (Amazon) Stands on desk, includes phone holder, but I added a different holder to record overhead
  • 🎥 Overhead Phone Mount – No need for bulky tripod
  • 🎥 Neck Phone Mount – Record everything you do easily!
  • 🛋  Standing Desk– Thrifted + painted Great height for standing or stool filming
  • 🧼 Mirror (optional) – IKEA or Amazon. Opens up the space + helps with alignment
  • 📦 Storage Drawer unit + clear bins – Store cords, props, extra gear

💡 Melanie’s Tip: Don’t feel like you need expensive equipment to get started. I filmed content for years using just my phone and a simple tripod. Upgrade as your business grows!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dollar Tree Blanks & Finds

Dollar Tree is one of my favorite places to find inexpensive blanks that can be transformed into beautiful Cricut and laser projects. These are the items I stock up on whenever I see them because they’re perfect for creating personalized gifts, home décor, and products to sell.

• 🎍 Mini Bamboo Cutting Boards – One of my favorite laser engraving blanks for gifts and home décor.
• 🪵 Wood Blanks – Perfect for signs, ornaments, gift tags, and seasonal projects.
• 👜 Zipper Pouches – Great for adding names, monograms, and teacher gifts with Cricut vinyl.
• 📓 Notebooks & Journals – Easy personalized gifts using vinyl or laser engraving.
• 🖱️ Mouse Pads – One of my favorite inexpensive Cricut blanks.
• 💻 Laptop Sleeves – Perfect for personalization with names, logos, or monograms.
• 🧺 Storage Baskets – A staple for DIY home décor and organization projects.
• 🎨 Craft Paint – Affordable paint for signs, wood blanks, and laser projects.
• 🌸 Seasonal Florals – I use these constantly in Dollar Tree DIYs and seasonal décor.
• 🕯️ Candles & Candle Holders – Perfect for home décor projects and gift ideas.

💡 Melanie’s Tip: I never leave Dollar Tree with just one item! Whenever I find blanks I know I’ll use, I buy extras so I’m always ready for my next Cricut or xTool project.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dollar Tree + Amazon/Walmart Holiday Finds I Always Stock Up On 

You can make high-end décor with the simplest materials. I grab these every year:

• 🎨 Clear Plastic Ball Ornaments
• ✨ Wood Blank Ornaments + Tags
• 🪵 Wood Blocks + Frames
• 🎀 Mini Bows + Gift Wrap Accessories
• 🧵 Jute Twine + Baker’s Twine
• 💫 Faux Snow + Glitter Mixes
• 🕯️ Small Jars + Candle Holders

💡 Budget-friendly hack: Combine Dollar Tree blanks with Cricut vinyl for designer-looking pieces that cost less than $2 to make.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My Favorite Crafting Memberships

These are the memberships I personally use (or recommend) to save time, find inspiration, create professional designs, and grow a successful craft business.

• 💕 Craft & Create Club – My membership packed with printable crafts, SVG files, exclusive workshops, and new projects added every month.
• 🎨 Canva Pro – My favorite design tool for creating Pinterest pins, social media graphics, printables, and marketing materials.
• ✂️ Cricut Access – Thousands of ready-to-use Cricut images, fonts, and projects.
• 🖋 Creative Fabrica – One of my favorite places to find commercial-use fonts, graphics, SVGs, and creative resources.
• 📂 Design Bundles – Great for SVGs, fonts, mockups, and laser-ready files.
• 🎁 Expressions Vinyl – A great option if you use a lot of vinyl and want convenient deliveries throughout the year.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Etsy Shipping Station

If you sell handmade products online, having a simple shipping station can save you so much time. These are the supplies I keep stocked so I can package Etsy orders quickly and make every order feel polished and professional.

• 📦 MUNBYN Label Printer – One of my favorite tools for printing Etsy shipping labels quickly.
• 🏷️ Thermal Labels – The labels I keep on hand for printing shipping labels.
• ⚖️ Shipping Scale – Helps me weigh orders at home before printing labels.
• 💌 Bubble Mailers – Great for small handmade items, decals, ornaments, and lightweight products.
• 🎁 Tissue Paper – Adds a pretty, boutique-style touch to packaging.
• 📦 Packing Tape + Tape Gun – Two must-haves for packing orders faster.
• 💕 Thank You Stickers – A simple way to make packages feel more special.
• ⚠️ Fragile Stickers – Helpful for delicate handmade items.
• ✉️ Poly Mailers – Lightweight, affordable, and easy to store.
• 📦 Shipping Boxes – Essential for signs, plaques, ornaments, and fragile products.
• ✨ Cello Bags – Perfect for gift tags, ornaments, cards, and small product sets.

💡 Melanie’s Tip: Having a dedicated shipping station has saved me so much time filling Etsy orders! These are the supplies I keep stocked so I can package and ship orders quickly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

🏡 Craft Room Furniture & Organization

A functional craft room makes creating so much easier! These are the furniture pieces, storage solutions, and organization products I use to keep my craft room beautiful, organized, and ready for every project.

• 🪑 Sherpa Accent Chairs – My cozy reading and brainstorming chairs.
• 📚 IKEA Billy Bookcases – The backbone of my craft room storage.
• 🪟 Smart Blinds – Perfect for controlling natural light while filming.
• 🖼️ Area Rug – Adds warmth and ties the room together.
• 💡 Custom Neon Sign – My favorite finishing touch for the space.
• 🗄️ IKEA Alex Drawers – My favorite storage for Cricut and craft supplies.
• 🪜 Picture Ledges – Great for displaying finished projects and seasonal décor.
• 🧺 Home Edit Organizers – Perfect for organizing blanks, tools, and supplies.
• 🫙 Dollar Tree Organization Finds – Some of my favorite affordable storage solutions for craft supplies.
• 🛋️ Craft Room Sofa – A cozy place to brainstorm, relax, or edit content.

💡 Melanie’s Tip: You don’t need a huge craft room to stay organized! Start with functional storage, keep frequently used supplies within arm’s reach, and build your space over time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Final Thoughts

No matter what you’re creating, having the right supplies on hand makes every craft day so much easier (and a lot more fun!). These are the tools, materials, and small business essentials I reach for over and over again—from Cricut and xTool favorites to my go-to Etsy shipping supplies and Dollar Tree finds.

I hope this page saves you time, helps you discover a few new favorites, and inspires your next project. Happy crafting! 💕🎨

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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