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Die cutters like the Cricut..

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Peainapod
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Die cutters like the Cricut..

Im interested in buying one of these to do some die cut tags/invites.

I think the new one out is the Cricut Expression (which does vinyl too?)

If you have a Cricut machine can you tell me how you like it? how easy/hard it is to operate, and whats the deal with the software?

Thanks!

Posted 10/14/11 7:18 AM
 
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DancinBarefoot
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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

I have a Cricut. The Expression - not the 5th anniversary edition that just came out a few months ago - the first Expression. The Imagine - prints and cuts and is very expensive.

Cricut machines cut using cricut cartridges. They retail for $39.99, $59.99 or $89.99, but are often on sale. The only images you can cut are the ones on the cartridges.

As for software - there are two software programs that work with other die cutting machines. Those programs are Make the Cut, and Sure Cuts A Lot. They allow you to cut svg files using different die cutting machines. You can google either software name for their respective websites and a list of which machines they are compatible with.

I got my Cricut for Christmas. If I knew then, what I know now, I would have gotten a different machine.

Posted 10/19/11 11:55 AM
 

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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

Posted by DancinBarefoot

I have a Cricut. The Expression - not the 5th anniversary edition that just came out a few months ago - the first Expression. The Imagine - prints and cuts and is very expensive.

Cricut machines cut using cricut cartridges. They retail for $39.99, $59.99 or $89.99, but are often on sale. The only images you can cut are the ones on the cartridges.

As for software - there are two software programs that work with other die cutting machines. Those programs are Make the Cut, and Sure Cuts A Lot. They allow you to cut svg files using different die cutting machines. You can google either software name for their respective websites and a list of which machines they are compatible with.

I got my Cricut for Christmas. If I knew then, what I know now, I would have gotten a different machine.



ITA. BUT, I purchased the Xyron (I think that's how it's spelled!) machine and it was terrible. I don't have the cricut or any other cutting machine, but I definitely do not recommend the xyron.

Posted 10/19/11 3:18 PM
 

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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

I like my Cricut Expression (and I started playing with vinyl recently), but I do agree with what others have posted. You're limited to Provocraft's cartridges. I buy my carts online whenever I see a good sale. To design, I use a Gypsy. I find it easy to use, and it serves my purposes for now. However, I do have my eye on the Silhouette Cameo in the future Chat Icon

Posted 10/20/11 9:50 AM
 

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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

Posted by shapla79

I like my Cricut Expression (and I started playing with vinyl recently), but I do agree with what others have posted. You're limited to Provocraft's cartridges. I buy my carts online whenever I see a good sale. To design, I use a Gypsy. I find it easy to use, and it serves my purposes for now. However, I do have my eye on the Silhouette Cameo in the future Chat Icon



You can get the Cameo for $269 at Oh My Crafts. Their shipment came in yesterday!!

Posted 10/20/11 3:19 PM
 

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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

Posted by jilliibabii

ITA. BUT, I purchased the Xyron (I think that's how it's spelled!) machine and it was terrible. I don't have the cricut or any other cutting machine, but I definitely do not recommend the xyron.



The Wishblade? I don't know that much about that cutter. I have a TON of stuff from Xyron (mostly adhesive) which totally rocks.

Posted 10/20/11 3:20 PM
 

Christine
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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

I would look into the new Silhouette CAMEO. The original Silhouette gets really good reviews but the new machine now cuts up to 12 inches - it cuts paper, vinyl, fabric etc.

Check it out.

I was just reading about it on 2Ps - people there pre-ordered from OhMyCraft.com and it's going to start shipping tomorrow.


Here are reviews of other die cut machines.
Click Me :)

Posted 10/20/11 3:33 PM
 

Peainapod
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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

thanks everyone..this is helpful

Posted 10/21/11 12:42 PM
 

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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

Posted by Christine

I would look into the new Silhouette CAMEO. The original Silhouette gets really good reviews but the new machine now cuts up to 12 inches - it cuts paper, vinyl, fabric etc.

Check it out.

I was just reading about it on 2Ps - people there pre-ordered from OhMyCraft.com and it's going to start shipping tomorrow.


Here are reviews of other die cut machines.
Click Me :)




I want this machine so badly. It looks awesome. (Is it wrong to wish my expression an early death? Chat Icon )

Posted 10/22/11 10:53 PM
 

Christine
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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

Posted by MrsSteflily

Posted by Christine

I would look into the new Silhouette CAMEO. The original Silhouette gets really good reviews but the new machine now cuts up to 12 inches - it cuts paper, vinyl, fabric etc.

Check it out.

I was just reading about it on 2Ps - people there pre-ordered from OhMyCraft.com and it's going to start shipping tomorrow.


Here are reviews of other die cut machines.
Click Me :)




I want this machine so badly. It looks awesome. (Is it wrong to wish my expression an early death? Chat Icon )







If that's wrong, I don't want to be right. Chat Icon

Posted 10/23/11 3:40 AM
 

shapla79
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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

Posted by MrsSteflily

Posted by Christine

I would look into the new Silhouette CAMEO. The original Silhouette gets really good reviews but the new machine now cuts up to 12 inches - it cuts paper, vinyl, fabric etc.

Check it out.

I was just reading about it on 2Ps - people there pre-ordered from OhMyCraft.com and it's going to start shipping tomorrow.


Here are reviews of other die cut machines.
Click Me :)




I want this machine so badly. It looks awesome. (Is it wrong to wish my expression an early death? Chat Icon )



I want it too. Is there any benefit to keeping the Expression and buying a Silhouette Cameo, or would I be better off selling the Expression and getting a Cameo?

Posted 10/23/11 10:09 AM
 

MockingJay
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Re: Die cutters like the Cricut..

Posted by Christine

I would look into the new Silhouette CAMEO. The original Silhouette gets really good reviews but the new machine now cuts up to 12 inches - it cuts paper, vinyl, fabric etc.

Check it out.

I was just reading about it on 2Ps - people there pre-ordered from OhMyCraft.com and it's going to start shipping tomorrow.


Here are reviews of other die cut machines.
Click Me :)




I've been eyeing this one too. Seems ideal for what I want it for

Posted 11/4/11 12:05 PM
 
 
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