Edited: April 14, 2026

Crafting Ideas | What you need | Preparation | Design and Print Then Cut | Apply | Care | FAQ

Create custom temporary tattoos in a flash with Cricut Printable Temporary Tattoo Sheets. Perfect for party favors, team swag, and more, Temporary Tattoo Sheets work with your home inkjet printer to print, then cut full-color temporary tattoo designs.

Select options below to learn how to use Cricut Printable Temporary Tattoo Sheets.

What you need

*Cricut Maker machines, Cricut Explore machines, Cricut Joy Xtra, Cricut Joy 2, and Cricut Venture.

Important: **For use with inkjet printers only. Using a laser printer may damage the materials or printer.  

Preparation

Take a moment to identify the printable side of the material. The printable side is blank. The backer has printing on it.  

Check your printer’s instructions or print a test page on printer paper to ensure you know which way to load the printable side of the material.  

Design and Print Then Cut

→ Make

Customize your printable design in Design Space, then select Make It. (To learn how to create a printable design, visit How to Print Then Cut in Design Space.)

→ Mirror

To preserve directional elements, be sure to mirror your design and follow the instructions in Design Space, to print your design.

→ Dry

Dry the printed area with hair dryer on High setting for 2 – 3 minutes. Let sit until cool to the touch before proceeding to the next step.

→ Apply Sheet

Peel the liner from the clear protective sheet, then press the clear sheet onto the printed sheet. Use scraper to press out bubbles.

→ Place on Machine Mat

Place tattoo sheet + clear adhesive sheet on Light Grip machine mat. Ensure the page is oriented on the mat as it appears in Design Space.  

→ Select Material & Cut

Select “Browse All Materials,” then select the setting for Printable Temporary Tattoo Sheets. Load mat and material into the machine and select Go. When the cut is complete, select Unload.

→ Use or Share

Remove cuts from mat. DO NOT remove the clear layer until ready to apply the temporary tattoo. Store in a cool, dry place until ready to use.  

Apply

Ensure the skin of the application area is clean, dry, and intact.  

Peel clear adhesive layer away from printed design.

Place temporary tattoo face down on skin; apply a thoroughly dampened cloth and soak for 25 - 35 seconds until design is transferred.  

Peel paper away from skin to reveal tattoo.  

*CAUTION: For external use only. Apply only to clean, dry, intact skin. Do not apply to sensitive areas, mucous membranes, broken or irritated skin, or near eyes or mouth. In case of irritation, discontinue use and wash the area with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Single-use only. Not recommended for children under 3 years of age.

Care

• Avoid rubbing against clothing or accessories for 30 minutes after application.
• To remove: Gently wash off design with mild soap/cleanser.

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