Getting engaged comes with a rush of excitement, and suddenly, a thousand decisions! This wedding countdown magnet is not one of them. It's a simple, beginner-friendly Cricut DIY that you can make whenever you want, purely for the fun of it. No advanced skills, no fancy materials, no hours at your craft table required — just a little time and a playful, creative mindset!

Whether you design your magnet in Canva or use our ready-to-go Cricut Design Space template, this project is a mindful, low-pressure way to mark the days ahead.

Our design is inspired by one of our favorite wedding color combos right now — pistachio green and forest green — paired with floral elements that feel both sculptural and romantic, like orchids for structure and trailing amaranthus for texture. It's a palette that feels fresh and modern that you might already be saving to your inspiration boards!

Is this DIY necessary? Not at all. Is it joy-inducing? Absolutely! There's something genuinely lovely about creating a small wedding detail just for yourself — not for your partner, not for your guests, but simply because it makes you smile every time you walk past the fridge.

Common Questions on How to Use Printable Magnet Sheets

Before we get into the tutorial, here are some FAQs that might help you prep your project. We spotted these on Reddit and other online Cricut community groups, so others are asking what you might already be wondering!

Which Cricut machine do I need to use printable magnet sheets?

Cricut Joy Xtra, Explore family, Maker family, and Venture all can print and cut printable magnet sheets. Unfortunately, Cricut Joy machine is incompatible as it lacks the necessary Print Then Cut sensors.

Is it easy to cut printable magnet sheets for a wedding?

Definitely! You technically don't even need an electronic cutting machine as you can just place the printable magnet sheet through your inkjet printer, print images of your choice, and hand cut afterwards. But because we love tidy cuts, we're using our Cricut cutting machine for this one. And it only needs the normal fine-point blade! No special blade required.

Do I need a special printer to use these?

All you need is your normal home inkjet printer. Literally that's it! The Cricut-branded magnet sheets we're using are very thin, so most all printers should be compatible whether feeding it through the manual tray or printing as normal. Always check with your printer's manual to check for any restrictions before giving it a try first.

How to Make a Wedding Countdown Printable Magnet

Skill Level: Beginner

Project Materials

• Cricut cutting machine + fine-point blade
• Printable magnet sheet
• Dry erase vinyl
• Dry erase marker with eraser
• Inkjet printer
• StandardGrip cutting mat
• Our Cricut Design Space project that you can click, bookmark, or make right now!

DESIGN NOTES: We used digital assets designed by Cricut Contributing Artists and others on Cricut Design Space for this project which means you will need a Cricut Access subscription to make as is.

If creating your own design in Canva or another software, you'll want to follow instructions for How to Upload Images and How To Print Then Cut in Design Space to convert your design into a print- and cut-ready design.

Compatible Cricut Machines

• Joy Xtra
• Explore family
• Maker family
• Venture

Base Material Setting for Printable Magnet Sheets

In Design Space, find this material option for correct cutting: Printable Magnet Sheets

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep your project. Set out all of your materials and prep your computer, laptop, or mobile phone with Cricut Design Space (or your cutting machine's relevant software). If using our pre-made Design Space project, all you have to click is Make as it's ready for you to print and cut! If adapting with different colors or patterns, edit or resize as needed. The final cut size of our magnet is 4.79 x 5.5" (about 12 x 14cm).





2. Now Make. Once your magnet sheet looks as you want on your screen, click Make. You will have two mats on your screen: one for your magnet sheet and the second for your dry erase vinyl. Follow the on-screen instructions. Your printer will be prompted to print from Design Space, so all you need to do is insert the magnet sheet into your printer so that it prints on the white side. (See your printer's manual for further details if needed.)







3. Cut. Once your magnet sheet is printed, allow to dry if needed and then place the sheet on a StandardGrip cutting mat. Make sure it matches what's seen on your screen for accurate cuts. Follow on-screen instructions to get it cut! When your magnet is done cutting, you'll be prompted to place the dry erase vinyl on the StandardGrip cutting mat to cut as well.







4. Assemble. Peel your heart-shaped dry erase vinyl away from its backing sheet and place on top of the blank heart on your magnet sheet. Using a dry erase marker, write the number to start your countdown!

Troubleshooting Fixes with Printable Magnet Sheets

My magnet won't stick to the fridge. What went wrong?
Some modern fridges are non-magnetic, so try sticking on a filing cabinet or metal organizational cart if you have one! Printable magnet sheets are also thin and aren't heavy duty. If you'd like to use it to hold a few papers, consider adding additional adhesive magnet strips. Otherwise, it's mostly decorative and can usually hold up to one simple paper item like a photo or concert ticket.

My cut is off or misaligned — how do I fix it?
You'll need to recalibrate your Cricut with your printer to get best cutting results.

Can I laminate printable magnet sheets if I don't have dry erase vinyl?
You sure can! You'll need to experiment with cut settings as laminate sheets come in different thicknesses. Before using your more expensive magnet sheets, first test out to see if your dry erase marker cleanly erases from your laminate. If it does, go on! If it doesn't, it's recommended to purchase dry erase vinyl specifically for this project.

What to Do with Printable Magnet Sheet Scraps

We always try to minimize waste with every project, and while printable magnet sheet scraps can't usually be reused for new Print Then Cut designs, they're perfect for small, imperfect makes. Below are a few quick, creative ways to use up those leftover pieces. We hope they spark a little inspiration!

Wedding Planning Board Markers

Use scraps on a magnetic whiteboard to write and label “Booked”, “To Do”, “Waiting On" planning tasks. Move them around as your planning evolves.

Magnetic Bookmarks

Trim into slim strips, doodle or color on the white layer, and fold over a page edge in your wedding planning book (or even your copy of Cricut Weddings!). Surprisingly useful, very giftable, and so easy to make.

Mood Board Magnets

Cut organic shapes of your magnet sheets and glue color swatches, fabric scraps, and inspiration photos on top of them. Stick them on the fridge for low-pressure visual planning.

WRITTEN BY

Chelsea Barton

Founder & Wedding DIY Expert

A former wedding photographer, the founder of Tidewater and Tulle, and author of Cricut Weddings, Chelsea Barton has been helping couples bring their dream weddings to life through creative, approachable ideas since 2009. Her insight and work have been featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, Southern Living, and other top publications around the world. She combines editorial expertise and real-world insight to inspire meaningful celebrations.

TUTORIAL CREDITS
Photography and DIY Tutorial: Chelsea Barton

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