Features of the Cricut Machine

bobbyjones| January 31, 2010 | No Comments

Do you yet own a Cricut machine? If your answer is no, then the next question is, why not? For scrappers, crafters, anyone planning parties or gatherings or if you just want scrapbooking paper crafts, these little devices are the perfect die cut machine for creating amazing letters, shapes, and so many other embellishments. The Cricut machine comes in a few different models, and some of them are perfect for hobby crafters while others rival a commercial-grade die cut machine.

A smaller Cricut machine, the Personal Electronic Cutter machine, is great for hobbyists. It can create hundreds of letters and designs that come in sizes from one inch to over five inches! Of course any crafter or scrapbooker would love to have this machine, and it makes a great gift for those you love to do crafts. Any larger Cricut machine, the Expression or Create Machine, is good for someone more serious about their die cuts whether they be for scrapbooks or party decorations. They’re also perfect for teachers looking for classroom décor, an idea that’s also great for those who homeschool their children! The 12×24 inch mat can be used to make shapes and letters up to 2 feet large! Just think of the creative banners, letters, centerpieces, decorations and other projects you can create with a Cricut machine like that.

Of course there is a wide variety of die cuts available with any Cricut machine with the additional cartridges you can purchase. You can even purchase licensed characters and cartridges such as Sesame Street, Hello Kitty, and Disney. Your kids will really have fun creating their own Disney characters or shapes or cutting out their favorite Hello Kitty or Pixar characters as well! And for the grownups there are home décor shapes available for a Cricut machine, as well as many perfect for other scrapbook pages. These include sports, holidays, wedding themes, beach scenes, and even indie art like guitars, flames and much more. No matter what kind of craft or scrapbook project you are working on, you’ll find something just right for it with cricut die!

Once you have designed your pages with your Cricut machine, you can also use covers and binders that will be perfect for your scrapbook albums. Your cricut cutter machine couldn’t be more versatile.

If you do buy a Cricut machine, it’s an investment in your hobby that will last for many years. The variety of die cuts and shapes available is nearly endless, and you are sure to enjoy it for many years to come!

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