Book
Cricut For Dummies
Kerri Adamczyk
Why we picked it
A beginner's guide to Cricut die-cutting machines: choosing a model for the materials you plan to cut, setting it up, and using the Design Space app and design library. Projects include personalized clothing, stickers and labels, so it suits anyone starting out with cut vinyl on shirts or small sticker runs. Also worth reading before you buy, since it explains the differences between the models.
Design Doctor
Not sure your artwork will stitch well?
Upload it to Design Doctor for a free readiness check. You get a score for embroidery, patches, vector and print, with plain-English notes on what to change before you order.