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Die Cut Machines Part 2 by Steph Schirmer As promised here is the second part of the die cut machines, I hope this will help you if you are in the process of selecting a machine.
BossKut is an accurate, highly engineered, reliable personal cutter. It can cut 2 x 2 chemically etched dies and bigger. It is very versatile, and has many sizes of alphabets, shapes and expressables. Easy to use, no standing or hurting of your hands and whether you are a crafter on the go or you craft at home, this machine is perfect for you. The machine weighs 7 lbs, cuts up to 3” wide dies and up to 12” long. It is a one press cutting system and will cut cardstock, adhesive backed vellum, metal papers, cork, foam, felt and some fabrics. Wafer thin dies such as the Quickutz work on the BossKut. The dies run from $3.99 to $49.99. It comes fully assembled and runs around $129.99
The Wizard is the universal die cutting system that works with all other brands of dies. This system embosses your die cut shapes, brass stencils, charms, flattens bottle caps, polymer clay, image transfers, sets eyelets and more. Marco Paper has a link on their site that list compatibility of dies, go check this out and it explains in detail about all other brands of dies. You sandwich the die and then crank it thru the machine and you are done. The system comes with all plates needed for embossing and die cutting. The systems price varies but it runs around $129.99. It is a very versatile machine.
QuicKutz is an innovative portable die cutting machine composed of two parts:
GooseBumpz Embossing adds patterns and textures to already cut QuicKutz letters and shapes. It works like this, just click the die into the magnetic head of the hand tool, slide in your paper, squeeze the handles and you are done. If you have difficulty with your hands put it in the cradle and push down. There are accessories available from binders to storage systems to hold the dies. The price is around $89.99.
The Revolutionary Tabletop Die-Cutting System creates cutting edge QuicKutz designs in a snap. Larger 4” dies snap into place on a magnetic platform. The dies are durable, lightweight and thinner then a credit card. The system is also durable and compact with a footprint of only 5 by 7. It is compatible with all QuicKutz dies. The price is around $149.99.
This is the easiest most versatile die cutting machine available. Made by AccuCut, it is so easy to use, there no pressing or squeezing involved you simply turn the handle and all the work is done for you, by the machine. With this machine and special accessories you can cut shapes with all major manufacturers dies. This machine also comes in some cool colors green, blue, purple and pink. Some of the features are:
The machine weighs 7lbs (without box), measures 6 3/4” x 12-3/4” x 7-5/8” and the cutting dimensions are 4 7/8”. The price of the machine runs from $89.99.
If you can use a rolling pin, you can use a ZAZ!!!!! The rolling action is all it takes to make fun embossing shapes. One easy push cuts the shape. The ZAZ has a high performance cutting mat and can make over 1,000’s of precision cuts. This compact unit easily fits into a crop or tote bag and is easy to take on the go. It comes in some great colors with cool names like Plum Crazy, Tickled Pink, Out of the Blue and Green with Envy. It weighs less then 2 lbs. and is 5” wide by 3-1/2” high. The price is around $49.99.
This is the future of home crafting. Simply by touching a button you can create beautiful designs and alphabets. By placing a cartridge in the machine and choosing from 250 designs, 12 different sizes and sizes ranging from 1” to 5-1/2” you can create some beautiful items. Customizing has never been easier. No computer required, just plug it in and turn it on. Its lightweight build and comfortable handle make it easy to take with you and it cuts thru paper, cardstock, vellum and other materials. The Cricut has everything you need to get started. The price is around $299.99.
The Cuttlebug cuts and embosses shapes. Lowering the platforms, allows the Cuttlebug to have a powerful, gripping, mechanism that holds the machine in place. Place cutting material and die (face up) between cutting mats and turn the handle to move the die thru the machine. It is user friendly with any die and cuts a variety of materials. It has a fold-n-store profile and allows storage in a small amount of space and has a built in pop-up handle. Provocrafts did not have a price listed but as I searched I saw a range from the $60.00 to $90.00. Here are the 16 die-cutting machines that everyone talks about, the prices run the gambit and everyone should be able to find a machine that meets their needs. There are more machines coming out and I will do a follow up as they come out. I included the website of each of the machines where I did my research, please check out the sites and see all the great things offered with each system. They list dies, accessories and examples of things done with the machine. Each of the machines I told you about are trademarked and the photo’s I added by the description I took from the websites. I wanted each of you to see what it looked like as I told you a brief description. I am not endorsing any I just wanted you to have a selection to think about as you made your choice. I want to thank the Stampersmall Design team for all their help. I hope these two columns helped you in your decision, and remember to ask your friends what they have and weigh all the options you need one for. Happy Cutting!!!! Steph Schirmer
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