Like all Libratory services and offerings, the Cricut is available to all full access library cardholders. Patrons under 18 may only use the Libratory with permission from their guardian; patrons under 14 require the same permission and must be supervised in the Libratory at all times by their responsible guardian.

Our staff is happy to show you the basics. We've also prepared a quickstart guide that shows users how to perform many basic functions on the Cricut.

The Cricut can cut many types of paper, cardstock, and vinyl. Patrons must provide their own materials. Only official Cricut materials are approved for use. Regionally, we have found that craft stores like Michaels and Hobby Lobby can be good sources for Cricut cutting materials.

There is no charge to use the Cricut, but patrons must have a full-access library card and must provide their own materials.

No, we do not provide this service.

Using the Cricut is by appointment only. Appointments run a maximum of 2 hours in length. To set up an appointment, simply call the Libratory at (219) 769-3541 ext. 354, or email us at lab@lcplin.org.

The Cricut cuts from .svg files, which are vector-based image files that retain image integrity regardless of the size to which they're scaled. Many programs can create .svg files, but Inkscape is free.

The Cricut's cutting area is 12” x 12”. That is the maximum size of image the machine can cut in a single go.