Cricut’s Joy 2 makes creating stickers easier for beginners, and it’s on sale

If you’ve ever thought about making your own stickers for Etsy or just for fun but don’t know where to begin, I’d recommend taking a look at the Cricut Joy 2 . I’ve been testing one for a couple of weeks now, and as someone completely new to the Cricut ecosystem, I’ve found it to be a relatively beginner-friendly way to get started. It also costs less than most Cricut models and is currently discounted as part of the company’s sale. While the machine itself is $99, the bundles offer better value right now: the Essentials Bundle starts at $119 ($20 off) at Amazon and Cricut and includes supplies for 35 projects, while the Ultimate Bundle is down to $169 ($50 off) at Amazon and Cricut , and adds extra tools — including an iron press — for over 75 projects right out of the box. Designed for smaller, everyday projects, the Cricut Joy 2 brings the company’s Print Then Cut feature to its entry-level lineup. That means you can print full-color designs using your home printer and then have the machine precisely cut them out, making it possible to create sticker sheets. In my testing, that’s been one of the most satisfying activities — and once you get the hang of it, it’s fairly quick and straightforward. …