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Scrapbooking forums are now proliferating on the internet, due primarily to the increasing popularity of the different cricut machines. The Cricut machine is deemed one of the most effective cutting tools for complex designs that require you to cut shapes, letters and phrases in intricate patterns. As a matter of fact, the machines are now being used not only by people who enjoy scrapbooking but also by those who simply want to create paper art products in a professional-like quality. The ease of use involved and the fact that one does not have to be a technology junkie in order to use it is probably the foremost reason why it has become so popular.

The very first machine in the Cricut line is the Personal Electronic Cutter, made especially for home crafting. The machine quickly gained popularity among people who are into the arts and crafts because you don’t have to have a computer in order to use it; you just have to plug it in and then you can start cutting your art designs. That and the fact that every Cricut design cartridge contains over 250 designs in 12 sizes have surely made the Cricut system a hit with consumers. A pleasant bonus is the machine’s size and weight since it weighs only seven pounds and is very easy to carry around with you.

The Cricut Expression is also one of the trademark Cricut machines. Because of it much bigger size than the original cutter, it is meant to be placed either in a media room or on top of a work table. This machine is the ideal choice for people who wish to design projects in grand scales since it comes with a 12” x 12” and a 12” x 24” cutting mat. This capability to cut in larger dimensions makes the Expression perfect for creating a signage or a classroom decor. The machine also allows you to use your entire cartridge library in just one design because it lets you mix and match features in a single cut. Plus, you are able to cut your designs in portrait or landscape mode and the Expression has an LCD screen that shows you the exact design that you are going to cut next. Another exciting bonus for consumers is that you get the very rare Accent Essentials cartridge free with the purchase of this machine.

Completing the Cricut machine collection is the Cricut Create. This version is a combination of the original machine’s portability and the Expression’s functionality, which is why it is considered by many as the perfect Cricut machine. Just like the original, it is small and weighs only seven pounds but it gives you the ability to cut images from 0.25” to 11.5” like an Expression machine. It also has an eight-way directional blade and contains the auto fill mode to mass produce designs as well as the portrait and fit-to-page mode for added flexibility.

These Cricut machines may have their differences, but the good thing is that they all use the same cartridges as well as blades and blade housings. This makes it easy enough for you to sell your existing machine and buy another version without having to purchase an entirely new set of blades and cartridges. And to enjoy the functions of your machine even more, simply follow these tips. First, you can simplify the mixing and matching of designs with a Cricut Jukebox. You simply connect this add-on to your machine and it allows you to select from among six cartridges with just a push of some buttons. The best thing is that you can connect up to six jukeboxes to your machine so you can use up to 18 cartridges for a single project.

You can make your machine’s blades last longer by removing paper debris with a lint roller and by making sure to always use top-quality paper. Your cutting mats will also last a bit longer than usual if you use a baby wipe on it after each use.

Another useful tip is for you to always check the manual to make sure that you are using the correct settings for your blade’s length, speed and pressure and to always have an extra set of blades at the ready. And if you can only afford to buy one cartridge along with the machine, it is best that you get the Doodlecharm. And just like any other purchase that you make, it is always advisable to do some background research on the product and check it out in stores that allow you to test the machine before making an actual purchase.

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