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I have just bought a Cricut Expression machine and Make The Cut Software. Now I need some pictures that relate to my hobbies of knitting and crochet to work with on my Cricut. Can anyone help with links to sites with suitable files?

Thanks.

I am an 14 year old girl who LOVES to scrapbook. I do it almost all of the free time I have. I just have papers, borders, stickers, a few stamps, etc. I really think I would love the Cricut. Which kind should I look at buying? (I know how expensive they are, but with a good deal I might get it, or get it for Christmas.) I really need help, suggestions, etc! THANKS SOOO MUCH! (:

I have the Cricut expression, but I don’t like being limited to the cartridges. I love it because it’s easy to use, but again, I’m limited. I briefly saw the Pazzles program and I liked what I saw, but I’m having a hard time deciding. I’m not looking to be mobile with my scrapping either, generally I do it at home at my desk. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Also, I saw something about the sure cuts a lot software, what’s that all about? There’s not a lot open for researching it. Thanks.

I’m kind of new at this as I just got my Cricut Expression for Christmas. What I’m wondering is this:
I’m trying to cut small letters (using Calligraphy cartridge at about 1/2 inch.) and the paper keeps ripping. What is the best way to set the dials to prevent this? (The paper I’m using is just test paper.. the plain paper that comes in a scrapbook, so I don’t waste good paper)
Anyways, what are the best settings when cutting smaller shapes & letters on a normal sheet of paper — not too thick, not too thin??
Please include the actual blade setting, speed, and pressure settings & lots of details and tips if you have them. =)
Thank you so much!

I need a cutter that can cut unique sizes of paper and such, and from my research, it seems like the Cricut is the right choice.

So, just to make certain, I want to ask the lovely crafters here their opinion of the mechine before I purchase it.

1) Is it a good mechine? Pros, cons?

2) Is around $102.99 a pretty good price? Michaels has them on sale right now, down from $269.99 to $129.99, then I was emailed an additional 20% off coupon. Woohoo.

Thanks so much!!!!

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