ok, which die cut machines will take the

[Tracyg]

BIGZ dies? I didn't think I would care, but that 3d star is calling to me.
thanx
tracyg

[Tami Mayberry]

I can tell you the Zip e Mate will *not* take them. They are too wide. I bought one and had to take it back because it wouldn't fit through the machine.

[pjw2855]

Tracyg.......The 2 machines I can tell you that can take the BigZ dies without any kind of "special arrangements" are the BIGkick and Big Shot and Cuttlebug. They can only fit in one direction with the Cuttlebug.

If you're talking about the extended dies by Sizzix (XL) those fit in the BIGkick and Big Shot. The Cuttlebug can handle them, but you need to make "special arrangements" with the cutting pads.

As far as any of the other non-electric die cutting machines, I can't say as I have no experience with them.

Patti

[Patrina+2]

I'm voting that you get a bigshot. I love mine and that way you know it can handle ALL dies!

[arubberstamper]

I know the Wizard takes these dies. They are the same at sizzix dies and the big ones. Ellison dies also fit into the Wizard. They cut wonderful.
arubberstamper

[Julie in Indy]

I'm disappointed to hear the Zip e Mate won't take them. I have a Cuttlebug though, so I suppose I could make special arrangements with the cutting pads...it's tempting to just get a Big Kick but I am chanting "You do not need another die cutting machine! You do not need another die cutting machine!"

[debbiesdiecuts]

Big Shot...you wont regret it...after having tried them all...this was one of the best purchases I have made for die cutting...

[arubberstamper]

The Wizard machine takes the Bigz Dies, it cuts them out without any problems. The wizard takes all the die cuts out there. I think that's what makes the Wizard stand out above the rest of the machine. I also have the cuttlebug machine (it was a gift), but use my Wizard all the time with all the dies. It's what makes the Wizard Universal.
Robin

[cmscrapper2]

Can anyone answer me if the original sizzix machine can it handle the new bigz dies? Its the big old red one with pull down handle? I really love the one called top note bigz die. Appreciate any help!!!
Cathy

[craftycarrie]

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Originally Posted by cmscrapper2

Can anyone answer me if the original sizzix machine can it handle the new bigz dies? Its the big old red one with pull down handle? I really love the one called top note bigz die. Appreciate any help!!!
Cathy

I asked that exact question at stamp club last night since we used it on a card and I fell in love - she thought it would fit but wasn't positive. I would imagine it would be like using the other larger things that you have to shift over after cranking down, like the cuttlebug embossing folders.

[pjw2855]

cmscrapper2........The Sizzix BigZ dies DO NOT fit in the antiquated Sizzix machine (the one with the big pull down handle). The dies are too large/wide. I just checked with my old dusty machine.

Patti

[cmscrapper2]

Thanks for the answer. I just might have to spend the money for the new big shot. I love the SU dies. Thanks again to all who answered!!!
Cathy