Cricut Expression 24-Inch Personal Electronic Cutting Machine

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Product Features

• Electronic cutting machine for scrapbook layouts, classroom decor, signage, and more
• Cartridge-based system (no computer required); cuts from 1/4 inch up to 23-1/2 inches
• Easy-to-read LCD screen; works with 12-by-12-inch or 12-by-24-inch cutting mats
• Includes Plantin SchoolBook font cartridge and Accent Essentials shape cartridge
• Measures 21-1/2 by 7 by 7-3/4 inches

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 25.8 x 9.5 x 12 inches ; 12 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 21 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000WOV83M
• Item model number: 29-0300
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #666 in Kitchen & Dining (See Bestsellers in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Ideal for scrapbook layouts, classroom decor, signage, and more, this electronic cutting machine uses a cartridge-based system (no computer required) for cutting thousands of beautiful letters, shapes, or phrases in a variety of sizes and styles with just the touch of a button. The unit accommodates anything from vellum and paper to cardstock or vinyl. Simply attach the material to be cut to the included self-adhesive cutting mat, load it into the machine, insert the cartridge, make a cutting selection, and press cut. The machine will quickly and electronically cut out the desired letter, shape, or phrase in seconds. Plus, characters can be cut from 1/4 inch up to an impressive 23-1/2 inches using the 12-by-12-inch cutting mat or 12-by-24-inch cutting mat. The machine works with the entire library of existing Cricut cartridges, and its easy-to-read LCD screen shows the typed-in information for the next cut to ensure accuracy. Other highlights include six modes and a variety of functions for enhanced cut customization, the option to cut portrait or landscape, and adjustable settings for language and units of measurement. The Plantin SchoolBook font cartridge and the Accent Essentials shape sampler cartridge come included. A nice addition to any classroom, office, or craft room, the personal electronic cutting machine measures 21-1/2 by 7 by 7-3/4 inches.

Product Description

An exciting new way to cut letters, shapes, and phrases in impressive sizes using the 12-inch by 24-inch mat or the 12-inch by 12-inch mat. The possibilities are endless with this larger machine, allowing you to create bigger die cuts for classroom decor, scrapbook layouts, signage, and so much more

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

116 of 117 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read some discussion boards for tips & tricks., August 19, 2008

By	Clive Hamilton - See all my reviews

The Expression is an awesome machine! I have no cons about the machine itself. About the cutting mat, if it's too sticky, press a clean t-shirt down on the mat & peel it up to remove some stickiness. If the mat has lost stickiness, wash thoroughly with dish soap (Goo Gone might be needed) and dry thoroughly. Spray with Krylon Easy-Tack, let the Krylon dry thoroughly and, if needed, press & peel a clean t-shirt to remove excess stickiness. Use a lint roller after cutting especially "linty" paper and after each session with your Cricut. The mats will last a really, really long time this way.

I'm sure Provo Craft does not recommend doing anything other than buying new mats, but those who've been using the Cricut since the beginning have found ways to work around the mat issue.

There are also software programs that are compatible with the Cricut that will allow you to cut the True Type fonts installed on your computer. (Not Cricut Design Studio, but other, non-Provo Craft programs such as Sure Cuts A Lot.) Google is your friend. ;)

I wish Provo Craft would release their own software that will allow Cricut users to cut their own fonts, but it hasn't happened (despite begging from customers).

Search the web for discussion boards with Cricut topics. There's a wealth of info out there, as well people who are excited about their machines and eager to help. :)

80 of 81 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Love this product, but not the pricetag, January 18, 2008

By	R. Seavey - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I first used the Cricut Expression cutting machine at a weekend scrapbooking retreat. My friend had recently purchased one and brought it along with several cartridges. I already have a sizzix with a few alphabets and other dies.

The Cricut is SOOOO much faster to use than the sizzix. And the versatility you get by being able to choose any size (from about.5" to 11.75" in .25" increments) is amazing. It really opens a whole new world of possibilities. Most cartridges also have alternate versions of the alphabets as well such as italic, bold, tall, etc. Or even being able to place the text inside a tag or other object. Most cartridges also allow you to create a shadow of the letter with a different color for matting purposes wich really adds depth to the scrapbook page.

There are a few cons. First being the price, not only is the machine itself VERY pricey, each cartridge will run between 60 and 90 dollars pre-tax/shipping. This makes each new phont or shape set a whole new investment.
Second con is how quickly the cutting mat loses it's "sticky" over the course of that weekend retreat we had to move onto a second cutting mat and that had begun to lose adhesion as well. Without the stick the page will slide around during the cutting process ruining the letters. We resorted to using repositionable adhesive on the back of the paper to make it stick to the mat. Definitely not ideal.

I just ordered one for myself and am very excited to start using it.

42 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Love My Cricut Expression!, January 28, 2008

By	Faye R. Smith "i.m.sepia" (Pittsburg, KS) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I purchased the Cricut Expression after testing it with a friend that had just purchased one. I use it constantly! No more cutting out letters by hand for me!!! The letters are precisely cut without tearing. It also cuts designs, tags, and many more shapes too numerous to mention. I recently made Valentine Cards to share with friends using the cartridges that came with the machine and tried out the new color ink cartridges (purchased separately). The lettering was super fantastic! The ink did not smudge and the letters were precisely drawn. A big THANK YOU to this company for making my scrapbooking and card making easier!

The only downside was the $$$...however, if you do your homework by shopping around, you can save. I took a sale ad from a well known fabric store to a different local craft store that had the machine. Low and behold, they honored the other store's sale ad! This saved me lots of $$$. I plan to buy most of the cartridges at our local discount store that has them for less $$. The finished product makes it worth the $$$.