Cricut Cutting System?
What is the difference between these two:
http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.CM_SCID.coll.item.F03695.desc.Cricut-Script-Electronic-DieCut-Machine-w2-Cartridges
and
http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=8586070
In case it didn't show up, one is the Cricut Expression and the other is Cricut Script Electronic Die-Cut Machine.
Specifically, what is with the inks in the qvc one, what are they for and are they a feature that the expression does not hold at all?? This is a key detail that I am basing my decision on which one to buy, so please don't forget details on this part! Anything else would be great, too! Thanks!!
The 2nd link (the walmart one) is the Crict Expression. Its bigger than the original Cricut (the first link). They do the same thing. Just the CE makes the cut outs bigger!!!! Way bigger. The Original does the same but smaller. Up to 5 1/2 inches. The CE isnt as "portable & light weight" as the Original. & it does more than the Original. Such as cutting vinyl (sold on cricut.com) & I believe rumor has it that it does have a bit more strength than the Original. They both use the same cartridges. So you dont have to worry about buying different ones for each machine.
Cartridges range from $39.99-$89.99
Original Cricut ranges from $189.99-$299.99
Cricut Expression ranges from $289.99-$599.99
Mats range from $4.99-$18.99 (for CE their a bit more $)
Tool Kit ranges from $12.99-$19.99
Tote ranges from $29.99-$49.99
Remember that most of these items are better bought of from Walmart (they carry almost all Cricut/CE items!! & machines for less $$$) Michaels is having sales like crazy on Cricut/CE & items due to holidays. So when you see that their cheaper than what they could be at Walmart....GOOOO!!! They do sell out quick. The "pens" are just to replace the blade. So rather than cutting it traces. I personally have not tried them out....
As for what Dawn B stated...unfortunately you CAN NOT use the Michaels coupons on ANY Cricut/CE machines or any accessories. Tough luck eh? I guess they saw that ppl were abusing the coupons when the Original Cricut was released. Using up to 2-6 coupons in a day for Cricut items. Idk if Hobby Lobby does take them, or JoAnns for a fact. You might want to look into that. But like I said, doesnt get much cheaper than what it is at WalMart.
Good Luck!!!
Updating the Gypsy by Cricut & a quick simple die cut
