Glass can cups are everywhere right now, and I get why. Fill one with iced coffee, pop on a bamboo lid and a straw, and it looks like it came from a cute café.
Add a vinyl wrap with your Cricut and it’s yours.
I rounded up 12 Cricut glass cup ideas, all full wraps for the 16 oz Libbey-style glass can. There are fruity summer cups, a few for pet lovers and moms, and some for Halloween and Christmas. Each one comes with the cut file.
Tip: Want to add a name under the wrap? Try a few names in our free Cricut Font Previewer first, so you can see which font fits the cup before you cut.
What You Need to Make Glass Cups with a Cricut
You only need a few supplies:
- Glass can cups: 16 oz Libbey-style cans are the most common size. Many come with a bamboo lid and a glass straw.
- Permanent vinyl: Cricut Premium Permanent Vinyl or Oracal 651. It holds up to washing much better than removable vinyl.
- Transfer tape: a clear, medium-tack tape makes it easier to line up the design.
- Weeding tool and scraper: for picking out the tiny pieces and smoothing out bubbles.
- Rubbing alcohol: wipe the glass first so the vinyl sticks well.
Want a frosted look? Cut the same files from frosted glass vinyl, or use them as a stencil with etching cream.
How to Put a Full Wrap on a Glass Can
Cut and weed the wrap, then cover it with transfer tape. Cut a few small slits along the top and bottom of the tape. They help it bend around the curve of the can without wrinkles.
Start in the middle of the cup and smooth outward to each side. Peel the tape off slowly, then let the vinyl set for 48 to 72 hours before the first wash. Hand washing keeps the wrap looking new the longest.
12 Cricut Glass Cup Ideas
Here are my favorite Cricut glass cup ideas, starting with everyday designs, then summer fruit and finishing with holiday cups.
1. Retro Daisy Glass Can
Most Popular Glass Cup Wrap
Big and little white daisies scattered all over the cup. With over 200 favorites, it’s the most popular file in this list.
White vinyl looks amazing with iced coffee inside. Try yellow vinyl too for a sunny summer cup.
2. Dachshund Glass Can
Best for Dog Lovers
Little black dachshunds and paw prints in every direction.
It’s a perfect gift for any wiener dog fan. Cut it in black or match the vinyl to their dog’s coat.
3. Boho Rainbow Glass Can
Best Boho Glass Cup
Rows of little boho rainbows in warm, earthy colors.
It’s a layered design, so pick three or four vinyl colors. Or cut it in one color for a quicker cup.
4. Cherries and Hearts Glass Can
Best Summer Glass Cup
Bright red cherries with green stems, plus tiny hearts and flowers in between.
It’s so cute with a pink lemonade or a strawberry smoothie inside.
5. Oranges and Blossoms Glass Can
Best Citrus Glass Cup
Whole oranges, juicy slices and little blossoms.
Make it as a pair with the cherry cup. It’s the same style, so they look great side by side.
6. Peaches Glass Can
Sweetest Glass Cup
Soft pink peaches with little leaves.
Use two shades of pink vinyl so the peaches have a bit of depth.
7. Seashells and Starfish Glass Can
Best Beach Glass Cup
Blue seashells, sand dollars and starfish all around the cup.
It’s a fun one for a beach trip or a pool day. Make a set for a girls’ weekend away.
8. Leopard Print Mama Glass Can
Best Gift for Mom
Leopard print all over, with “MAMA” stacked in a little box on the front.
It’s an easy Mother’s Day or birthday gift. Fill it with her favorite coffee pods or candy.
9. Heart Balloons Glass Can
Best Valentine’s Glass Cup
Pink heart balloons floating up the cup.
Fill it with candy hearts for a sweet Valentine’s Day gift for a friend or a teacher.
10. Ghosts and Pumpkins Glass Can
Best Halloween Glass Cup
Cute outline ghosts, jack-o’-lanterns and little skulls.
Cut it in black vinyl on a frosted can, or in white on a clear one with an orange drink inside.
11. Pastel Snowflakes Glass Can
Best Winter Glass Cup
Snowflakes in soft pink, blue and teal.
It works all winter long, not just at Christmas. Cut it in white for a frosty look.
12. Nutcrackers Glass Can
Best Christmas Glass Cup
A row of nutcracker soldiers in red coats and tall black hats.
It’s a festive pick for a Christmas gift exchange. Add a candy cane straw for a finishing touch.
Cricut Glass Cup FAQs
Are vinyl glass cups dishwasher safe?
Not really. Permanent vinyl can peel in the dishwasher over time. Hand wash your cups, and they’ll last much longer.
What size are Libbey glass can wraps?
Most of these files are sized for the 16 oz glass can. If you have a 20 oz can, check the listing, because some files include both sizes.
How do I stop the vinyl from wrinkling on the glass?
Cut small slits into the transfer tape along the top and bottom edges, and smooth from the middle outward. The slits let the tape follow the curve of the can.
Can I use sublimation instead of vinyl?
Yes, if you use sublimation glass blanks and a sublimation printer. Most of these files come as a PNG too, so you can print them.
Can I sell glass cups made with these files?
Most Creative Fabrica files include a commercial license for physical products. Check the license on each file before you sell.
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