I am looking for an electronic cutting machine that I can use my art that is on my computer &amp; have that cut out . PLEASE ANY SUGGESTIONS????
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You should be able to do that with the Sizzix Eclips plus the additional software you have to buy separately (unless you get a package that comes with it). I would suggest that you look into the Sillhouette Cameo though as I think that machine is geared even more toward what you want--it doesn't have the capabilty to use cartridges like the Eclips does, but it doesn't sound like you would use cartridges anyway--they have commercial artwork on them. It might depend on what file type your artwork is in; you'll want to check with the manufacturer to make sure the machine can do what you want it to do.
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I design and cut my own Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) and press them using this machine. Works great :)
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Just use their Cricut Craft Room..it is free, they have it updated to 8.1---I have 8.1 and the Craft room wasn't reading the cartridge..had to call support and updated it and worked great afterwards ( I had had Craft room for like 9 months before getting 8.1). I told the support person, would've been nice if they had sent out an email advising of an update, as it had worked ok before the update. They also now offer 9.99/month and free use of unlimited digital designs...this is good if you don't have many cartridges. Design Studio they no longer update with the latest cartridges and do not know if it runs on 8 either. Craft Room can be found on their website, though you will have to look for it as they are showing the new one for the Explorer. It is easy to download and works well. Be forewarned, the 1st time you cut with it, you will see that a pop up asks if you want to LINK your cartridge---now I had a support person tell me to link my cartridge (was on the phone with her)..and I did--there is a disclaimer you have to ok. Later I found out that the cartridge will ALWAYS be linked (linking means you no longer have to pop in the cartridge each time you want to cut). The Downside---you cannot unlink. Your cartridge is forever linked. So, if you sell a cartridge to someone and it is linked--you should let them know it is already linked and they will be unable to link it. Cricut doesn't tell you this in the Disclaimer, nor volunteer it, which I think is deceptive. I would not have linked had I known this. Luckily I found this out before linking many cartridges. Hope the info helps you.
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Yes I did. In the end I bought the v700. Its a great machine for microfiche or any transparent film for that manner. Its easy to make scans that are so high res that they are physically bigger than Photoshop can open. At the time I don't think I could find anything better without spending a few thousand more. Its been 3 years since we got it so they probably have a new model, but this one is perfect for our fine-art reproduction needs.If you have more questions shoot us an email to sales at HistoricMapWorks dot comVisit the website in the link if you want to see some scans of maps that were previously on microfiche.Best Yes I did. In the end I bought the v700. Its a great machine for microfiche or any transparent film for that manner. Its easy to make scans that are so high res that they are physically bigger than Photoshop can open. At the time I don't think I could find anything better without spending a few thousand more. Its been 3 years since we got it so they probably have a new model, but this one is perfect for our fine-art reproduction needs.If you have more questions shoot us an email to sales at HistoricMapWorks dot comVisit the website in the link if you want to see some... » Read More Yes I did. In the end I bought the v700. Its a great machine for microfiche or any transparent film for that manner. Its easy to make scans that are so high res that they are physically bigger than Photoshop can open. At the time I don't think I could find anything better without spending a few thousand more. Its been 3 years since we got it so they probably have a new model, but this one is perfect for our fine-art reproduction needs.If you have more questions shoot us an email to sales at HistoricMapWorks dot comVisit the website in the link if you want to see some scans of maps that were previously on microfiche.Best « Show Less
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I actually have a friend that has this type of business. I asked her to let me know what they use. My thinking this unit your asking about is better suited for electronic work on boards. I will get back to you once my friend responds.
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I just recently ventured into this feature myself....(there's so much to do with this machine....I LOVE IT!!!!).....I've only cut common cotton and cotton-blended fabric so far....but I can tell you that it cut those perfectly for me. I used a tip I found online that suggested you iron it to something like freezer paper or "Heat N Bond lite" which is what I use. Place it onto the mat with the paper facing up....the fabric will be directly on the sticky mat......KEEP IN MIND to FLIP YOUR IMAGE BEFORE CUTTING....OR IT WILL come out BACKWARDS. Make sure to do this with letters. I wish I had some to try so I could tell you but I can tell you this....I LOVE this machine!!!!.....there's so much you can do with it and I am so happy I bought one.
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There are some very nice electric scissors on the market made expressly for cutting fabric. This tool is meant for cutting such materials as cardboard and a bit heavy handed for use with fabric.
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Yes, the software has a great trace feature that let's you cut almost any shape or logo imaginal. I constantly import silhouettes that I find online and cut out all kinds of shapes and logos.
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try contacting <progressiveitl.com> to request cutter bladesgood luck,skeezix.......~
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If u dont need or want fume extractoe and pic n place tool, get the 5040.... I have the 9020 and its an amazing machine! Check o7t there new one though! Just made a review for it on u tube
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Unfortunately, no. That is the only thing that Cricut is lacking. The only images you can use are the ones that are from the cricut cartridges. Granted, there are a lot of images and you can take just a part of that image and use that part. If your looking to use images you already own and cut them, I would then suggest the Cameo by Silhouette. A co-worker of mine has it and uses her own images. I love my Cricut and enjoy it so much!
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I have used a cricket cutter and the eclips, I like the eclips better. I have a friend who uses a cameo I occasionally cut items for her.
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not without a computer design program :(. i am currently using sew what pro. its pretty good and reasonably priced.
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As neat as i can tell, the cutter needs their proprietary software to work. I am able to port my work in from Correll draw but it doesn't come out exactly accurate from there.
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I was disappointed with this product because it could not activate 5-6 tools (brushes, pens, pencils). I could have gotten a bad one so I would not consider my reply as the gospel truth. Just my personal experience with it. If I were in a profession such as yours, I would opt for a more expensive device such as Wacom Intuous 5 or 6. Go to Facebook and search for renderings using various tablets. You'll see actual the methods of how the artists use these various devices to make their art. Hope this helps.
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I use the Boogie Board Rip and don't think it can be used as an alternative input for a PC. You can capture sketches and drawings, but not in "real time"...the Wacom gives you an immediate pen-based input on your PC or Mac.
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I don't think it is available anymore only the explore has one. You might contact Cricut direct and ask them. Sorry I am sure that isn't what you wanted to hear