Having read on here and googled a bit this machines look fab. I struggle with piping so would make lettering really easy, I think.

Can someone explain
1. do you need a specific cake one or will any cricut work with fondant?
2. I read you simply roll out the fondant put it on the mat, and put it through the machine, is it that simple?

thanks for any advice x

If you do a search on this site for "Cricut" there are several threads that explain the process. Any cricut will work but you do need a deep cup housing and blade. You also need the right consistency of fondant/gumpaste to make it work. Linda McClure has a wonderful DVD explaining the whole process.

here is the thread:
http://cakecentral.com/cake-decorating-ftopict-639855-cricut.html

I have read through most of the threads and did not see this questions specifically addressed. Does the Cricut Personal allow you to use the SCAL program?

http://cakecentral.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&p=6726118#6726118

This thread suggests getting the personal and then using the SCAL program.