Friday, April 3, 2009

Finally found a bag to hold the Cricut Expression

The Cricut Expression is a large machine and finding a bag for it has been a recent goal of mine, especially since I stated taking Cricut classes (see this post) and want to bring my Cricut. So, I searched around on the internet and found a few options.

The first one was at Joann's- the Tutto (see photo below). At Joann's, this costs $157.50 before a coupon and if you get it with a 50% off, then your cost would be a little under $80 before shipping. The nice thing about this bag is that it has wheels. Also, there is a choice of colors: red, black, pink, lime or purple. Click HERE to see the order page at joann.com.



Then, of course, Cricut has made a duffle for the Expression and you can view that in the picture below. It sells for $39.95 and holds the Expression machine. It only comes in the black and lime green combo shown. Click HERE to order this one and see the details.



Finally, locally here in Dallas, at a store called Charming Charlie's (corner of Park & Preston), I was able to get the bag below for $22 on sale (before tax) - normally it is $30. It also comes in brown but I liked the pink! It is such a cute bag and versatile since I can also use it as a regular travel bag. The critical dimension for finding a bag is 21" long. You would be surprised how many bags are NOT that long. To measure in the store, since I didn't have a measuring tape, I used a regular sheet of paper (11" long) and laid it out along the bag.



If any of my readers have any other bag solutions, let me know and I will post them!

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buglady said...

I bought a WorkForce tool bag at Home Depot for $12 that works great for the Expression Cricut. I am assuming the smaller one would also fit. Can't beat the price and it is very well made, for holding heavy hand tools. No pockets inside work for cartridges though so that is the only down side. Have to love the price!!!

Jayne said...

I have found the perfect bag, it even holds the 12x24 mat! It has a pocket for the power and usb cords, a separate pocket for your accessories and a very generous interior to hold paper, mats, carts in binders and the Cricut Expression. Has detachable shoulder strap and dual handles that velco together. Colors available are Navy, Royal Blue, Black and Red. Contact helloskinny1@yahoo.com for more information. Jayne