I have purchased a used Cricut model CREX001 and am confused over several issues.
1st, I think this is more commonly referred to as the Cricut Expression. But, that term doesn't seem to be used much when I search for supplies and trying to find the parts that are missing from the kit I purchased.
I know I need a cutting mat. Would any cutting mat on E-bay that mentions the Cricut be compatible, provided I get the right size? I think I need a 12x12. But, is the 12x24 compatible?
Are Cricut cutting tips all compatible with all models?
I have not seen pen adapters that list the Expression as a model it fits. But, are all these perhaps compatible among all models?
My main goal is to cut out stencils and ornamental foil to help me when I make props and decorate for a community theater group. So, I will nearly always want to adapt my own art work. I know how to use software like Inkscape, and can generate SVG files. Or even G-code that is used on some types of machines. What discouraged me is when I read on Wikipedia, that the company that makes the Cricut won a lawsuit that kept 3rd parties from making any software that was compatible with a Cricut machine. Is this still the case? The article said that the Cricut is designed to be a closed-off system. So does that make it impossible to really do your own original work with it?
Thanks for any advice for a complete new user that doesn't even have a complete kit.
-Joe
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Even to use the software I mention below you would you need a least one cartridge , a blade holder ,mat
I don;t this anyone developed Inkscape to Cricut plugin ?
A third party developed a plugin for sure cut a lot software which costs $US50-60
If that is something you which to pursue and you use facebook I would suggest You join the following group they keep up to date with scal and circut expression
https://www.facebook.com/groups/cricutexpression
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this facebook group has all the information and expertise you need
https://www.facebook.com/groups/cricutexpression
Paper Modellers I Revere Marc Hagan-Guirey ----- Yoshinobu Miyamoto ----- Peter Dahmen
Gallery ID #26944 ----- Link to My Cloud Have a Look your Welcome to Make Use of the Files
I do not think because ProvoCraft has declared their cutters as legacy and therefore out of support that that nullifies any court actions. If so the moratorium is likely something like 50 years, which is a common period of time for copyright protection. Just because Coke changed their logo doesn't mean the copyright on their older logos is negated.
Cutting with KNK Force, Maxx Air, Zing Orbit, Skycut C and D
Over 90 free MTC videos: http://www.iloveknk.com/support/mtc-support/
Latest MTC User Manuals: http://www.iloveknk.com/Support/user-manuals/
Cutting with KNK Force, Maxx Air, Zing Orbit, Skycut C and D
Over 90 free MTC videos: http://www.iloveknk.com/support/mtc-support/
Latest MTC User Manuals: http://www.iloveknk.com/Support/user-manuals/
Cutting with 18" Silver Bullet and a KNK Force (the rest are collecting dust!)