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Cricut Expression® —

Your ticket to endless creative possibilities.

Whether you’re designing a scrapbook of your family vacation or making 200 wedding invitations for your best friend, the Cricut Expression puts creative freedom and design power at your fingertips.

Larger than the Cricut Create or the Cricut Personal Electronic Cutter, the Cricut Expression precisely cuts letters, shapes, and motifs in impressive sizes using the 12" x 12" mat or the optional 12" x 24" mat. You can also create bigger cuts for classroom décor, scrapbook layouts, signage, and so much more.

Buy your Cricut Expression today and start exploring the depths of your creativity. 

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Frequently asked questions

  • What comes in the box:
    • Cricut Expression® machine (21 ½" x 7" by 7 ¾").
    • Comes with two cartridges (Accent Essentials® & Plantin SchoolBook) so you can start cutting immediately
    • Only the Shadow Feature is the same for each set. The other five Creative Features are handpicked by the artist and design team and will vary.
    • Blade and blade housing
    • Power cord
    • 12" x 12" cutting mat
    • Getting Started Guide and User Manual
  • Does the Cricut Expression® machine require a computer?
    • No. The Cricut Expression machine is designed to function with the Cricut® cartridges as a standalone machine.
    • If you prefer to design on a computer, the Cricut Expression machine allows you to do so with the free online Cricut Craft Room® design software—just connect and start creating with the Cricut images you own.
  • Are all Cricut® cartridges compatible?
    • The Cricut Expression® machine is compatible with all original Cricut cartridges.
  • What materials can a Cricut Expression® machine cut?
    • You can cut a wide range of materials including cardstock, vinyl, vellum, fabric, chipboard, and even thin foils.
  • How large or small can Cricut® images be cut on the Cricut Expression® 2 machine?
    • Image sizes range from ¼" to 23 ½" (12" x 24" cutting mat sold separately). Some images are intricate and may cut best at larger sizes.
  • What features are available on the Cricut Expression® machine?
    • The Cricut Expression machine has several fantastic features available. A few favorites are the Auto Fill and Quantity features. They allow you to cut multiples of the same image so you can quickly create a batch of invitations, place settings, party favors, or other projects.
  • How do I update my Cricut Expression® machine?
    • The Cricut Expression machine will occasionally require a firmware update so the machine can communicate other Cricut® products. You can update your machine firmware by connecting it to your computer and the Cricut Craft Room® design software.
    • The Cricut Gypsy™ device can be used as well to update the machine.
  • How does the Cricut Expression® machine compare to other Cricut® machines?

Project Samples

Reindeer Pillow
Project Spotlight
Reindeer Pillow
July 23, 2012 by CricutDesignTeam
A holiday pillow perfect for accenting your living room through the holiday season! Read More