The Cricut machine, pronounced like the insect, 'Cricket', is an electric cutting machine that plugs and allows crafters to cut a huge variety of special shapes, letters and designs for their crafts. You don't need a computer because this is a stand-alone machine that operates with a simple power outlet. There are many different Cricut cartridges that can be purchased and used with the Critcut cutter which create an amazing variety of designs for everything from cards and signs to home decorating and scrapbooking. The designs are really only limited by your imagination.
The concept of the Cricut machine is quite simple and there are different models to choose from depending on what you want to create. The cheapest model is the Cricut 29-001. For under $200 you can get this Personal Electronic Cutting Machine. Crafters love this machine and with the additional of the 'George and Simple Shapes' cartridge it's perfect for enhancing crafts. This model can cut vellum, paper, card stock, and vinyl in sizes up to five inches. There are several other Cricut models available different applications like the cake decorator cutter. Design Studio Software can also be sued with the machine to create your own custom cartridges. You do need to operate the software on a computer.
The Cricut Cutter looks very much like a standard inkjet printer you use with a computer. Cricut cartridges are purchased separately and there are great deals available online at websites like craftsbydebby.com. Cricut cartridges include: the keystone, locker talk, Disney and Friends, indie art solutions, to name just a few. New cartridges are coming out almost daily and the best place to keep on top of new releases is online. Replacement parts for Cricut machines, like blades and handbooks are also readily available at low prices.
The greatest advantage of having a Cricut machine is that it is designed for home use by anyone. Some crafters may think it is a bit expensive as a crafting tool or accessory but once they see and use one they're hooked. Bottom lone - it's well worth the investment. This little machine is so easy to use and convenient to transport. You can just unplug it and take it anywhere making it perfect for crafting classes or scrapbook parties.
If you're seriously into crafting, decorating or scrapbooking than the high quality Cricut Machine is a must and some thing you will never regret investing in.
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