Crafting With Digital Cutting Machines - Book Review Dear Creatives

Are you looking for fresh Cricut craft ideas or wondering how to get the most out of your digital cutting machine? In this review, we’re diving into Libby Ashcraft’s Get Started Die-Cut Crafting. Whether you own a Cricut, Silhouette, or Brother ScanNCut, this book is a fantastic resource for moving beyond paper and exploring Cricut fabric projects, felt designs, and mixed media art. Let’s see if this guide deserves a spot on your craft room shelf!

Today I am sharing a Book Review for “Crafting With Digital Cutting Machines” I received this craft book for free to review. If you are looking for how-to craft books, this is one that you might consider buying for your craft book collection. Do you own a digital cutting machine or are you looking to buy one?

Are you looking for other crafts to make? See all our latest Cricut Craft Ideas here. If you don't have a Cricut yet or are new to crafting with one, be sure to see this resource hub too: Cricut Crafts.

“Crafting With Digital Cutting Machines” Book Review

op-down view of Libby Ashcraft's Get Started Die-Cut Crafting book surrounded by felt and fabric scraps.

You can use digital cutting machines for many arts and crafts. This is a complete how-to manual filled with resources to help you. It has overviews on the top three brands of die-cutting machines – Cricut, Silhouette, and Brother. Along with materials, tips, and step-by-step projects.

I also have a video flip-through (below) of this craft book filled with resources, helpful information, and projects.

I am sharing my honest opinions along with an overview of the craft book.

“Crafting With Digital Cutting Machines“

Mastering Your Digital Cutting Machine: Cricut, Silhouette, and ScanNCut

Best for: Intermediate crafters looking to try new materials.
Machine Compatibility: Works with all major digital cutters.
Main Focus: Fabric, sewing, and home decor.

96 pages
Instroduction
Glossary
Digital Cutting Machines (an overview)
Common Materials For Digital Cutting
Techniques To Know
Step-By-Step Projects

My thoughts

The book has a nice overview of the Cricut, Silhouette, and Brother die-cutting machines. This is nice for anyone looking to compare machines before purchasing, along with what each can do.

Personally, I use and I recommend the Cricut cutting machines. It's good to do your research before investing in a machine. And to see which brand will be best for you.

Cricut Sewing Projects: Fabric, Felt, and Leatherette

The author goes over common materials for die-cutting

Adhesive Vinyl
Heat Transfer Vinyl
Fabric
Felt
Leatherette and Ultrasuede

Shop sales for digital cutting machines. materials and supplies.

My thoughts

There are helpful tips for using faux leather, felt, and fabric with die-cutting machines. There are tips for selecting and using the other materials with the machines. Even having experience with using my Cricut, I found plenty of tips and helpful information. Plus, a few projects I'd enjoy trying. What is this? There are tips for using Rhinestones and Rhinestone flock. This is helpful for anyone interested in trying it. The materials section and techniques are helpful. Weeding, using transfer tape, adding laminate, etching, and even how to make pressing pillows.

Step-By-Step Projects

Children's Fox Apron
Raw – Edge Applique Owl Quilt
Felt-Lettered Pillows
Holiday Ornaments (felt)
Faux-Suede Hexagonal Pillow
Drawstring Gift Bags

My thoughts

The step-by-step projects are super cute. Her projects are for sewers who use digital cutting machines. I think there are a few craft projects for the novice sewer to tackle with the instructions.

About The Author

Libby Ashcraft has been teaching sewing, embroidery, and embroidery software for more than twenty years. She is also a licensed Silhouette Instructor and teaches classes. She also teaches Brother ScanNCut classes. Her accolades go on… She is also known for being a technical sewing editor and contributor for Classic Sewing Magazine.

Flip Through of the Craft Book

This book is good for any crafter interested in crafts using or buying digital cutting machines. And filled with resources for using the mentioned cutting machines. Making it a great guide for anyone who already uses them for their favorite crafts and hobbies. It is available in paperback and on Kindle.

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