The most popular take-me-anywhere cutting machine among crafters, Cricut Joy Xtra, has just received an impressive color upgrade. Meet the lavender version of this space-saving, smart cutting machine with no buttons, and think of all the possible DIY projects you can make this year!
Are you tired of regular white and cream color options Cricut offers for many of their newer machines? Seeing the pretty sage version of Maker 4 in 2025 was a breeze of fresh air to many Joy users, who can now rejoice as well because Joy Xtra is available in an amazing lavender color.
Lavender Cricut Joy Xtra
Ever since its release, the Joy Xtra has gained wide popularity among hobbyists with smart cutting machines due to its compact size and stunning features. It supports over 50 materials, including the commonly used vinyl and cardstock, and can cut without a mat when you choose the Smart Materials by Cricut.
Read our blog review on Unboxing Cricut Joy Xtra and learn more about this smart cutting machine's accessories and how to set up and use it.
How is the newest Cricut Joy Xtra in lavender color different from the original machine? The color is the only difference, to be honest. And the soft lavender shade does look awe-inspiring!
Where Can I Buy Joy Xtra in Lavender Color?
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It looks like Michaels is currently the only US store where you can buy the lovely Cricut Joy Xtra in lavender. It's a unique product for Michaels, just like the Maker 4 in sage color. You can find the original Joy Xtra in white color on Amazon, Cricut, Hobby Lobby, Walmart, and Michaels.
There is a difference in the prices of smart cutting machines based on their color options. The white Xtra (machine only) costs $149 (you can split this cost into 3 equal monthly payments on Amazon), but the lavender Cricut Joy Xtra is only available as "Basics Bundle" on Michaels and is priced at $189.
Basics Bundle for Lavender Joy Xtra
What does Michaels' "Basics Bundle" offer hobbyists wishing to see the pretty lavender Joy Xtra in their crafts room?
The bundle includes:
- The lavender version of Joy Xtra (size: 15.22 x 9.15 x 7.83 inches);
- Support for over 50 materials, including vinyl, cardstock, Smart Cutting materials, etc.;
- Bluetooth® wireless technology (you cannot connect Joy Xtra via USB like the Explore or Maker family);
- Cricut Manufacturer Warranty;
- Cutting machine comes with a pre-installed Premium Fine-Point blade with housing;
- One 0.4mm black fine point pen;
- Power adapter;
- Welcome card;
- Adorable Cricut Mini Weeder;
- Access to 50 free pre-designed projects in Design Space;
- One Light Grip mat (good for cardstock and vinyl);
- Small scraper;
- Material for a practice cut (3 sheets of 8.5" x 11" Value Cardstock in light green, light blue, and pink colors; 6 sheets of 9.5" x 12" permanent Smart Vinyl in purple, party pink, ocean, white, red, and black colors; and 6 sheets of 9.5" x 12" Transfer Tape for vinyl projects).
You'll have to control your Cricut Joy Xtra in lavender color through the Design Space app installed on your computer, laptop, or mobile device. You can cut beautiful scrapbooking embellishments & titles from textured cardstock, make fantastic SVG designs from vinyl, create stunning gift card holders and 3D pop-up cards from paper, and do so much more! Enjoy being creative!