Sizzix System- Die Cutting Machine
I purchased the Sizzix Original Die Cutter (the red monster) because I was looking for an affordable way to precision cut wool felt for applique purposes. The machine arrived quickly, and it included to die cuts that I did not expect to receive. I had concerns that the machine might not be able to cut fabric, being instead a scrapbooking tool. I immediately tried it out on wool felt and was impressed by the quality of the cut. I folded the wool felt twice to see if it would be possible to make multiple cuts, and it performed without a problem. Tried a four-fold and again, the machine cut perfectly. Four-folds would be the limit for felt due to the thickness and the ability to slip the die under the machine, but each of the four cuts was clean and perfect. I selected the Original because I thought I might have more control over the cutting and placement of the fabric as opposed to the more automatic machines in which the fabric/paper rolls through by use of a drum roller. I really like the ability to control the Original with the pull lever, giving me more control over the cutting process. The Original machine does have limitations due to the available die patterns, the newer larger machines seem to have more pattern options, but if you are looking for the basic die cutter I would strongly recommend the Origial Sizzix. The price is very reasonable and if you shop the Sizzix site you can purchase a wide variety of original die patterns for bargin prices on Tuesdays. If you are new to the die cutter world, and if you are satisfied with the options offered by the original die patterns, then I would highly recommend this machine. Best needlework purchase I have made this year!
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