Do you own a Die Cutting machine? What made you choose the one you have? we sell both the Cuttlebug and the BigShot/Kick in store.
Here are a couple of different colours available from Sizzix. I have included the blurb from the manufacturer under each photo, but they are all pretty much the same – you just get to choose the colour. We will have the Pink and Black Big Shot and the Vintaj back in stock in about a week. (its in transit). All 3 costs the same – $149.00.
Sizzix BigShot Machine (Pink and Black)
There’s a big reason why we call our shape-cutting and embossing machine a Big Shot. It’s because the stylish black-and-pink Big Shot works with our smallest dies to our big 6″ wide plastic-backed treasures and embossing tools. If that wasn’t big enough, this portable roller machine cuts and embosses many different materials.
Included with the Big Shot are a pair of Standard Cutting Pads and the adjustable Multipurpose Platform, which makes all makes all Sizzix components thinner than a Bigz Die compatible with the Big Shot Machine and even works with other brands’ dies and embossing tools! The diagrams on the Multipurpose Platform offer easy guidelines about how to make the perfect Sizzix sandwich.
The Big Shot Machine measures approximately 14 1/4″ x 12 3/8″ x 6 5/8″ and features a three-year limited warranty.
For more info click
here.
Sizzix BIGKick Machine (periwinkle)
Give a great BIGkick to your creativity! The BIGkick works with our smallest dies to our big 6″ wide plastic-backed treasures and embossing tools. If that wasn’t big enough, this portable roller machine cuts and embosses many different materials.
Included with the BIGkick are a pair of Standard Cutting Pads and the adjustable Multipurpose Platform, which makes all Sizzix components thinner than a Bigz Die compatible with the BIGkick Machine and even works with other brands’ dies and embossing tools! The diagrams on the Multipurpose Platform offer easy guidelines about how to make the perfect Sizzix sandwich.
The BIGkick Machine measures approximately 12 1/4″ x 6″ x 14 1/2″ and features a three-year limited warranty.
Click
here for more info.
VINTAJ BIGKICK
Included with the BIGkick are a pair of Standard Cutting Pads and the Solo Platform & Shim, which makes all Sizzix components thinner than a Bigz Die – including Sizzix DecoEtch and DecoEmboss Dies – compatible with the BIGkick Machine. Add a Solo Wafer-Thin Die Adapter (sold separately), and the BIGkick Machine can even work with Framelits as well as other brands’ dies and embossing tools! The diagrams on the Solo Platform, Shim and Adapter offer easy guidelines about how to make the perfect Sizzix sandwich.
The BIGkick Machine measures approximately 12 1/4″ x 6″ x 14 1/2″ and features a three-year limited warranty.
If you would like to know more on how to use the BigKick click
here.
Cuttlebug from Provocraft
Here is the blurb from the manufacturer:
Using unique rolling technology, the Cuttlebug® can cut shapes, emboss shapes, or cut and then emboss shapes to add texture and dimension to your latest creative endeavors.
Combine Cuttlebug® dies and embossing folders to easily create inspired, professional-quality designs for scrapbooking, school projects, home décor, and more.
Features
- Cuttlebug® accepts the dies you already own.
- Cuttlebug® loves the materials you love, freeing you to cut and emboss from a wide range of crafting materials.
- Compact fold-n-store profile allows storage in less space than other leading machines.
- With a built-in pop-up handle, Cuttlebug® goes wherever you find inspiration.
Box contents include: Cuttlebug® Die Cutter & Embosser, 1 A Spacer, 2 B Cutting Pads, instruction booklet and 1 5×7 flower embossing folder.
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We sell the cuttlebugs for the same price as the BigShot and BigKick at $149.00.
Personally I have the Cuttlebug, have used it for years and love it. I don’t know if I like the news version V2 as much though. The handle is not the same and so far only comes in the one green colour. (My cuttlebug is ivory with teal accents and a pretty teal swirl on the side). I presume that there will be limited edition colours released in the future.
When I bought the cuttlebug I hadn’t seen or used the BigShot, and I must say I actually prefer it. It seems to be a bit stronger. The down side – the side do not go up so it takes up more room when not in use.
You can use most dies on both brands, they both work the same. So it is really down to personal choice. I do like the new colours Sizzix have released though 🙂
Which do you prefer and why?
