Cricut Explore One vs. Air & Air 2

Cricut Explore One electronic cutting machine
Cricut Explore One

by Richelle Naegle

With the upcoming (May 6, 2015) release of the Explore One and the recent release of the Explore Air, you may have a lot of questions about the features Cricut included with each of them. Making an informed decision about a big purchase like this is very important. Like they say, an ounce of foresight is worth a pound of hindsight. Get the electronic die-cutting machine that is right for you with this guide, so you won’t be kicking yourself in the future about your decision. No matter what, if you are going to buy a Cricut machines for sale, then you will want one of our Cricut machine bundles. Our exclusive deals help ensure you get the most bang for your buck.

When you compare the Cricut Explore One vs the Explore Air side by side, you can get a clear picture of what will be the best fit for you. Before we get into what makes them different, let’s talk about what they have in common. Both:

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How to Use the We R Memory Keepers FUSE Tool (Video)

by Richelle Naegle Enjoy this quick tutorial video we made to demonstrate how to use the instant-classic FUSE tool by the innovative designers at We R Memory Keepers. It’s amazing the way this affordable, new tool can transform your photo albums and scrapbooking projects. Be sure to pass along the video to all your friends. You … Read more

Victorian Frame Card – Sizzix Bigz Project

by Richelle Naegle

Here is one of the easiest cards I think I have ever made, and I had a lot of fun, so you can’t beat that! I have made some pretty simple cards in the past, mostly because I just don’t have a lot of extra time (I’m sure you can relate), so when I find a cute card that doesn’t take much time or effort but looks amazing when it’s done, I am all for it!

Victorian Frame Card

For this Sizzix card I used the Victorian Frame Bigz XL Die by one of the great designers, Brenda Walton.

On a side note: I got to meet Brenda at the CHA show in California this year, and she truly makes some beautiful things, and I will definitely use more of her products. I’m a fan : )

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St. Patty’s Day Cricut Iron-On Project

by Richelle Naegle This tutorial will give you the quick and easy steps on how to use Cricut Iron-on material in your fabric projects. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I hope you are wearing something green! I sure am, so keep your pinchers to yourself. I’m safe because I made myself this fun shirt! I am … Read more

Introducing the New MINC Foil Applicator

introducing the new minc foil applicatorby Richelle Naegle

Update – the MINC system is here!!

Technically we are now allowing for pre-orders, but we do have 20 MINC machines in stock (and I don’t believe anybody else has machines yet). So first come, first serve. If you don’t get one of the first 20 machines, we hope to be fulfilling orders in early March. Unfortunately, we have to wait until March for the foil and other accessories, but the good news is that you get a MINC foil applicator w/ starter kit, so you have a sampling of all the necessary components to make a craft with your new machine, while you await access to the new Heidi Swapp reactive foil, and accessories. Foil fusion is the future of crafting!

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At CraftDirect.com, we always try to keep you on the cutting edge of craft technology. Well, today I’m here to tell you about the next best thing, how you can incorporate it into your projects, and most importantly, you can check back here about availability updates (it’s coming soon, but we can’t yet make guarantees about when).

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