
Visit the Official CriCut Site for more info
Megan Hoeppner-Editor
In the Tips, Tools and Techniques section of Paper Crafts magazine we find: “The next generation of die-cutting has arrived. From tools that wow to finished looks that delight, this special edition of Tips, Tools, & Techniques will leave you dying for the latest and greatest in dazzling die-cut.”
“Jiminy, this Cricut™ is the tops! The Cricut Machine from Provo Craft is an electronic cutting system that cuts everything from intricate designs to patterns for 3D items, all with the touch of a button. Simply plug in the cricut Cartridge of your choice, adhere your paper to the machine’s tacky mat and follow direction to achieve your desired results. …”
“…Since she first used the Cricut Machine, Paper Crafts Pro Susan Neal has been chirping its praises. The following are a few tips from her on making the most of the cricut.”
Visit the Official CriCut Site for more info
*take advantage of www.cricut.com. This resource has everything from message boards to how-to videos, to project ideas and product newsletter
*The Cricut will cut pieces as small as π inches by π inch, so you can finally make the most of all of those paper scraps.
*When paper piecing, cut multiple images in one setting. Load two or more papers side by side on the mat and move your blade from sheet to sheet to cut. You’ll save time by not having to bother with reloading paper between cuts.
In the Memory “scrapbooking” makers Magazine (April 2007) Courtney Walsh wrote: …the cricut is easy to use, even for the technologically challenged. With a number of font cartridges to choose from, the cricut makes customer-cut alphbets easy as pie. Also included with most of the adorable fonts are a phrases and quotes, perfect for scrapbooking. …the cricut boosts your creativity while giving the trusty die-cut a delightful facelift.”
Visit the Official CriCut Site for more info
In the August 2007 issue of Creating Keepsakes on page 113 “If you’re not all that savvy with a computer yet still want an electronic option for cutting shapes, letters and phrases, try the Cricut Personal Electronic Cutter from Provo Craft. Its unique soft-touch overlay and plug-in cartridges (no dies here) make it easy to assemble and use. Each Cricut Cartridge offers numberous size options for each cut. It’s so cool- and versatile! The machine can cut a wide range of material, including vellum, card-stock, vinyl, window cling material, pre-pasted vallpaper and borders, stencil material, magnetic vinyl and fabric paper up to .5 mm thick. The Cricut features a convenient handle on top and weighs only seven pounds, making it perfect to take to crops and parties… My favorite feature is the Cricut’s one-touch key system.”
In Scrapbook Business Magazine’s September Issue “In a formal banquet held on June 7, 2007 in Salt Lake City, Thornton (CEO and President) and Workman (CECO) were each presented the Utah Ernst & Young entrepreneur of the Year Award for Consumer Products. …With decades of consumer product experience between them, Thornton and Workman are genuine entrepreneurs… This growing company is committed to delivering products that enable creativity. … Thornton joined the organization in 2005, playing a key role in the release of the Cricut™ Personal electronic Cricut™, one of the most successful new product launches in the craft industry.”
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