The new award winning Cricut Expression cutting machine has debuted to extravagant praises and evaluations, making it a gigantic hit. Paper crafters all over are excited about trying it out; Provo Craft has hit a home run with this one. What, you might ask, is a Cricut Expression? What does it do that makes it such a hit?
Basically, both the original Cricut and the latest model, the Expression, are die cutting machines. With them you can cut such things as vinyl, cardstock, silk screens, paper, and many other things. The Expression is so versatile, what you can do is limited only by your imagination. With more than 50 Cricut Cartridges available, there’s a huge variety of shapes and designs from which to choose.
The difference between the Cricut Expression cutting machine and the earlier model Cricut is that the Expression has greater capability and more features. For instance, the Expression can handle paper stock double the thickness the earlier model can handle. It can also make more than one cutting pass so you can cut thicker materials by simply cutting through more than once. Another great thing is that Cricut made the Expression backward compatible with the earlier model so you can use your old cutting knife blades and your old cartridges. The LCD display allows you to preview your design, getting greater utilization from your paper space and avoiding tedious slip-ups.
There is a cost for the new versatility. The Expression is significantly larger than the original Cricut, making it more difficult to haul around with you to places where you might want to use it. It’s also more expensive to buy. But the 24 inch long die cuts are impressive! Happy owners will say that the incredible Expression is worth every penny.
Evaluate your arts and craft needs before you decide which model to buy. If you don’t need the large sized shapes, perhaps the original machine will work for you. Depending on how you plan to use the machine, the Cricut Expression could save you money on time and materials if you use it enough, making it a valuable investment. And do some online shopping to find your best deal.
