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03-13-2009, 06:15 AM
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Polyshrink Goddess
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What was your best buy?
Mine was the wizard because I love Nesties, but for 50cents I love my tracing wheel, its so quick to make evenly spaced pierced holes.
But I would love to know, what YOU really love and why?
What is your all-time best buy the thing you use all the time?
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03-13-2009, 08:43 AM
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Gabfest Goddess
Join Date: Jan 2007
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I have tons of stuff and some great bargains but my most-used bargain is a scrapbook rolling tote from JoAnn's that was on a clearance plus I got to use a coupon. I got a $60 tote for less than $20 and it hold lots a lot of my stuff to travel to crops. On the other hand, I have a lot of embellishments and odd crafty stuff that I see the price tag and wonder what was I thinking!?!?!
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03-13-2009, 10:33 AM
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Stazon Splitcoast
Join Date: Jun 2004
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Best purchase I ever made was the SU! Tabletop Cutter that I bought two years ago. It has made my life INFINITELY easier when prepping for classes/workshops, swaps, or any other large-scale stamping project!  I also love that it's self-sharpening and capable of cutting the thinnest of strips, unlike the 12" trimmer. __________________ Rachel
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03-13-2009, 10:52 AM
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Stazon Splitcoast
Join Date: Jan 2006
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I am going to have to pick up one of the tracing wheels...this would be a great time saver...
Blessings.
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03-13-2009, 10:58 AM
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Stazon Splitcoast
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
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I gave this a lot of thought (because I have a lot of stuff .
But I have the say the best thing I've bought is the Making Memories Precision Trimmer. I had several paper trimmers before and wasn't really happy with any of them.
The MM trimmer cuts straight, can be used with 12 x 12 paper if you need to, and folds to a smaller size for ease of use with cards.
The most wonderful thing is the self-sharpening blade. It really does stay sharp and cuts clean. I was always changing blades with my other trimmers.
You can get this trimmer at Michaels or Hobby Lobby. It retails for about $49.99, but with a coupon it is very
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http://www.makingmemories.com/Produc.../paper-trimmer__________________
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03-13-2009, 11:24 AM
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Hardware Hotshot
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: US--midwest
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I love my paper piercing kit. Also like my big kick. I got it for less than $50 and I do use it a lot!
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03-13-2009, 01:23 PM
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Insane Embellisher
Join Date: Apr 2006
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I've got 2 things I use every time I craft:
1) Basic Grey Magnetic Precision Mat - got it with a coupon for about $15, and it is the perfect work surface. It's self-healing, magnetic, and makes measuring a snap - plus, it protects my tabletop. Love it!
2) Making Memories Precision Trimmer - night and day difference between it and my old flimsy Fiskars. No more ridged, ragged edges!
I debated forever before buying each of them (do I really need it? will it end up just another fancy tool to collect dust?) but now I can't imagine not having them!
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03-13-2009, 01:36 PM
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Pearl-ExPert
Join Date: Jun 2008
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My Big Kick and everything that goes with it. I'd be lost without it.
And the next runner up is the Scor-Pal!
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03-13-2009, 01:38 PM
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Stazon Splitcoast
Join Date: Feb 2006
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Mine is my stamp-a-majig. I absolutely LOVE it.
Not that I don't love all my other things too, but for bang for my buck I think the stamp-a-majig
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03-13-2009, 01:42 PM
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Crimping Master
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I think the best "deal" I've had recently was the revolution for 39$ as I think it will make cutting nesties a breeze with it's magnetic base (I haven't tried it out yet!!)
MY best purchase has been my accucut machine- I love being able to create nice sized boxes and bags en masse in a short period of time:rolleyes:
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03-14-2009, 02:39 AM
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Die Cut Diva
Join Date: May 2008
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Although it's hard to choose as I have several things I can't live without, if you make me pick only one I would have to say my ATG gun. It's saving me a fortune on mono refills and it was annoying running out of tape all the time. This being said, I'm waiting for my score-pal to come and I'm betting it will become my new favorite tool.
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03-14-2009, 03:20 AM
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Embossing Fanatic
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My cutter bee non-stick scissors and score-pal
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03-14-2009, 04:54 AM
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Polyshrink Goddess
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My Nesties have to be my best purchase. I LOVE them. Add to that my Cuttlebug.:p
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03-14-2009, 10:35 AM
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Polyshrink Goddess
Join Date: Dec 2008
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What's an ATG?
Quote: Originally Posted by RubberLady603 Although it's hard to choose as I have several things I can't live without, if you make me pick only one I would have to say my ATG gun. It's saving me a fortune on mono refills and it was annoying running out of tape all the time. This being said, I'm waiting for my score-pal to come and I'm betting it will become my new favorite tool. |
don't think we have this OTBP(Over the Big Pond)is it a glue gun? we have hot melt and cool melt? |
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03-14-2009, 12:43 PM
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Polyshrink Goddess
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Quote: Originally Posted by pricecheckMy Nesties have to be my best purchase. I LOVE them. Add to that my Cuttlebug.:p |
Nestabilities are very important, if you want a good neat finish, i'de have to agree. |
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03-14-2009, 12:46 PM
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Pearl-ExPert
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I just picked up a making memories precision trimmer. The best part is I got it for $10.
I just love it.
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03-14-2009, 12:50 PM
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Polyshrink Goddess
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Quote: Originally Posted by larueI just picked up a making memories precision trimmer. The best part is I got it for $10.
I just love it. |
I've heard a lot about them but never seen one over here, is it a guilotine? |
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03-14-2009, 12:53 PM
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Pearl-ExPert
Join Date: Jun 2008
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Quote: Originally Posted by Dalekdon't think we have this OTBP(Over the Big Pond)is it a glue gun? we have hot melt and cool melt? |
Dalek - it's a really big adhesive runner. Click HERE to see one |
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03-14-2009, 01:11 PM
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Polyshrink Goddess
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Quote: Originally Posted by cardsbynikkiDalek - it's a really big adhesive runner. Click HERE to see one |
Wow! that looks like a real tool. All I see OTBP are tiny plastic ones that don't refil and hold 5-6 yards! They fill the landfill sites with them! |
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03-14-2009, 01:46 PM
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Polyshrink Goddess
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Really?
Really? 288 views and no-one brave enough to say, Yeah I love this; and it was worth every penny?
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03-14-2009, 02:00 PM
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Stazon Splitcoast
Join Date: Dec 2005
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My best tool is my atg by far, it has been worth every penny and every penny I spend on refills! I am on my 2nd mm trimmer and the numbers have worn off, this is why I have a 2nd. I switched to the tonic guil. and love it, I have the small and large!
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03-14-2009, 02:37 PM
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Hardware Hotshot
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Worth every penny? My Scor-Pal and my ATG - they get used on every card. And both save me time and money. A close 3rd: my CB and my Nesties. I'm still on the lookout for a paper cutter that will be worth every penny!
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03-14-2009, 03:10 PM
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Pearl-ExPert
Join Date: Mar 2005
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I'll add my Tonic 12" guillotine paper trimmer and my ATG gun. Both were worth every penny! Here's a link to this trimmer - http://www.joann.com/joann/catalog.j...RODID=prd27553 |
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03-14-2009, 03:48 PM
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Mad Swapper
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Three way tie -- Cuttlebug, Nesties, Making Memories precision trimmer. LOVE all of them!!!
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03-14-2009, 04:06 PM
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Linking Queen
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: I escaped from NY! I ♥️ my new state of SC!
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Quote: Originally Posted by buggainokI gave this a lot of thought (because I have a lot of stuff .
But I have the say the best thing I've bought is the Making Memories Precision Trimmer. I had several paper trimmers before and wasn't really happy with any of them.
The MM trimmer cuts straight, can be used with 12 x 12 paper if you need to, and folds to a smaller size for ease of use with cards.
The most wonderful thing is the self-sharpening blade. It really does stay sharp and cuts clean. I was always changing blades with my other trimmers.
You can get this trimmer at Michaels or Hobby Lobby. It retails for about $49.99, but with a coupon it is very
reasonable.
http://www.makingmemories.com/Produc.../paper-trimmer |
Thanks for the link and the review. Which measurement is at the fold-out (I couldn't tell from the link ... even when I enlarged the page).
TIA and ...
Happy Crafting!
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03-14-2009, 04:08 PM
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Linking Queen
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: I escaped from NY! I ♥️ my new state of SC!
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Two tools that make my cardmaking so much easier, better and more fun: SU grid paper and nonstick scissors (for trimming anything sticky). I think they are by Fiskars (orange handle).
Fun thread!
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03-14-2009, 04:31 PM
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Crimping Master
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My best buy has to be the one I just made. I ordered the Silhouette last night for $99, and found a coupon on line for $5 off of that. Shipping was sort of steep, but I was thrilled with the price. Now I just have to wait patiently for it to get here...........
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03-14-2009, 04:42 PM
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Stazon Splitcoast
Join Date: Jul 2006
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My Cricut Expression is the best thing sinced sliced bread. Of course my Bind It All is the tool I will always have in my home.
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03-15-2009, 11:12 AM
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Stampin' Fool
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Quote: Originally Posted by larueI just picked up a making memories precision trimmer. The best part is I got it for $10.
I just love it. |
Please share, where did you find such a great deal? I hadn't heard about this trimmer before this thread, and now I'm really wanting one. I think I'll wait until I have a 50% off coupon though.
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03-15-2009, 02:16 PM
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Stampin' Fool
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Michigan ( where else can you point out where you live on your hand)
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My Genisis trimmer. I use it for everythingI make! Worth every penny!!!
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03-18-2009, 01:27 AM
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Polyshrink Goddess
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Quote: Originally Posted by TeeGeeDeeTwo tools that make my cardmaking so much easier, better and more fun: SU grid paper and nonstick scissors (for trimming anything sticky). I think they are by Fiskars (orange handle).
Fun thread! |
Can't beat non-stick scissors, I have my first pair after '....' well too many, decades! |
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03-21-2009, 06:32 AM
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Embossing Fanatic
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My favorite is a tie between the stamp-a-ma-jig and my Mat Pack for paper piercing.
Glad some of you have been happy with you Making Memories Trimmer but I feel the need to share my experience ...
I am a new-ish card maker. However, I am sad to report...I recieved the Making Memories Trimmer as a gift and was not happy at all with the results...jagged and inconsistant edges. I tried paying attention to how I was pushing down on the cuttter/blade and had an experienced neighbor try it outno luck--returned it and the had the same problem with the second one-in adddition to there being a gauge or something in the blade because about 2" up there was a pronounced gauge in each piece. So, I'm not sure how that happened....how could it be self-sharpening?
I am still sad about it because I LOVED the size and the way the paper was kept tight under the "flap".
I am resigned to having weekend time with my old -school guilotine trimmer that I bring home from work~ which works wonderfully.
Since I'm an SU Demo, I guess it's time to order that one. I love how it cuts however, I really wish that it had a 12x12 base.
I think I'll look into the Genesis trimmer mentioned above...if anyone else has any suggestions I'd love to hear them. One can only go so long without a decent trimmer!
So, I am resigned for now
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03-21-2009, 10:09 AM
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Die Cut Diva
Join Date: May 2008
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Quote: Originally Posted by larueI just picked up a making memories precision trimmer. The best part is I got it for $10.
I just love it. |
How did you get it for $10? __________________
Gillian W.
St Louis Missouri
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03-21-2009, 01:49 PM
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Quote: Originally Posted by bdeyes9My Genisis trimmer. I use it for everythingI make! Worth every penny!!! |
I'm sure if I had one, I'd been able to say that too!
In my neverending search, I just bought a Tonic 12" rotary trimmer (for portability), but when I'm cutting 8 1/2" X 11" paper for my A2 cards, one card will inevitably be smaller than the other. I've double and triple-checked, I'm lining it up perfectly, so I think maybe the blade is off. Anyone had any problems with this trimmer? __________________
Linda E
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03-21-2009, 01:52 PM
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I just checked the Genesis trimmer site, and ordering is not open to the public until they get all their backorders filled. Guess my waiting will continue...
http://www.genesistrimmer.com/order__________________
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03-21-2009, 02:11 PM
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Insane Embellisher
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50% coupons??
Am I reading this correctly...some of you have 50% coupons for Michael's?? Wow. We only get 40% coupons and are grateful for that! ;) ]
My favorite tools are my S/U punches. I use them ALL THE TIME! I used to have almost all of them, but now they've got the oval ones that I have to get. I also have several of the giga punches...especially love the scalloped ones.
I have probably 5 or 6 paper trimmers, but I still find myself using my old school, wooden guillatine one I got from a school surplus sale. It sits on my work table and I don't even begrudge the room it takes because it's so important to me. None of my other trimmers can cut through double thick cardstock (for evening up edges of cards before I begin each project). And since I'm rather OCD when it comes to perfect edges, this is the cutter for me! The handle is slightly bent at the bottom, but I know how to work around it's little issues. It weighs a ton though, so I just bought a new Fiskars 12 x 12 trimmer to take to crops. Working okay for what I expected. AND, of all my other trimmers, the Fiskars is the only one that has the ability to score paper! Go figure....
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03-21-2009, 04:46 PM
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I started stamping in Feb 2002, I bought on EBAY, all of the original 48 old style ink pads, reinkers and markers in a lazy susan style holder for about $125 in May of 2002(mother's day gift). I am only now starting to reink those pads and I stamp nearly everyday. I love the old style pads and the markers are all still good.
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03-21-2009, 05:12 PM
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Mad Swapper
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My best money spent....
1. ATG gun. LOVE IT!
2. Target cubes to keep me organized.
3. Cricut, made me love scrapping again.
4. SU Cardstock & Ink & Embellies, love the easy color match and the quality.
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03-21-2009, 06:35 PM
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Quote: Originally Posted by jana~My favorite is a tie between the stamp-a-ma-jig and my Mat Pack for paper piercing.
Glad some of you have been happy with you Making Memories Trimmer but I feel the need to share my experience ...
I am a new-ish card maker. However, I am sad to report...I recieved the Making Memories Trimmer as a gift and was not happy at all with the results...jagged and inconsistant edges. I tried paying attention to how I was pushing down on the cuttter/blade and had an experienced neighbor try it outno luck--returned it and the had the same problem with the second one-in adddition to there being a gauge or something in the blade because about 2" up there was a pronounced gauge in each piece. So, I'm not sure how that happened....how could it be self-sharpening?
I am still sad about it because I LOVED the size and the way the paper was kept tight under the "flap".
I am resigned to having weekend time with my old -school guilotine trimmer that I bring home from work~ which works wonderfully.
Since I'm an SU Demo, I guess it's time to order that one. I love how it cuts however, I really wish that it had a 12x12 base.
I think I'll look into the Genesis trimmer mentioned above...if anyone else has any suggestions I'd love to hear them. One can only go so long without a decent trimmer!
So, I am resigned for now |
I am sorry you have had problems with your Making Memories precision trimmer. It is by far my best purchase ever. The self-sharpening blade is awesome and I have no frayed edges at all. Get on their website and look for the place about requesting replacements. I had the numbers rub off of my first one, and they replaced it no questions asked. The LSS where I initially purchased it had gone out of business, plus, I had no proof of purchase, so I thought I was out of luck. I just filled out the form on their site and instantly received an e-mail saying my replacement would be shipped out ASAP. No kidding, they have THE BEST customer service ever. I have had no problems at all with the new one I received. If I did, I would not hesitate to contact them again. They are great! |
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03-21-2009, 09:35 PM
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ATG gun
SU! Stampin Scrub
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