Cricut Expression Review

The Cricut Expression Die Cut Machine has been a necessary tool in my crafting arsinol.  I have used this to create many layouts, projects, cards, and banners during the last year of ownership.  The orignial blade, given with purchase, lasts though thousands of cuts.  I have had this machine for about a year and have just now changed my blade.  I appreciate having so many options when choosing how my cricut cuts, between speed, pressure, paper alignment and location, the machine can cut anything.  It works on many different types of media, including vellum, cardstock, acrylic sheets, and chipboard.  To use this machine, you do not have to have a class.  It is a basic plug and play idea.  The guides that come with each cartridge are detailed and full of wonderful ideas.  The only downside is the cost of the individual cartridges.  However, as a bargain hunter, I have been able to get my cartridges online with great sale prices.  I would buy this machine for friends if the price was not so high.  However, the price set is worth every penny spent.  It's a tool that I may never live without again.