Before a laser cutter.. might we try these?

Many Maker spaces are looking into laser cutters and vinyl cutters. All of which are not affordable for most spaces.

But today while I was looking at this Pop Up Light up card project that uses a Cameo Cutter, I started to wonder if this might not be a good entry point for classroom or library maker spaces.

 Made with this cutter

 I have seen these type of cutters in craft stores but have not yet tried one.

 Here is a side by side comparison of two different types of cutters: 
The Silhouettes and the Cricut

 Looks like I also found another possible sources for LEDs ! DigiKey The site is confusing but looks like a potential source for purchasing in quantity.