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01-09-2007, 01:46 PM
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Kookie Creator
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Swansea, IL - just across the river from St. Louis
Posts: 373
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Do I need the Cuttlebug?
Ok, I am sooooo confused. I have the Sizzex, but I am loving the cards done with the Cuttlebug. I have been trying to justify buying it, although I don't even know how much it is. I feel that the Sizzex is very limited. I have a ton of Lasting Impressions brass plates, although I know you can't use them with anything. But how about Circut? I know that is expensive. Your thoughts please? Help me spend my money wisely (ha-ha!)
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01-09-2007, 02:36 PM
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Stampin' Fool
Join Date: Apr 2005
Posts: 1,351
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I just bought the cuttlebug embossing templates and use it with my sizzix. As long as you have that medal magnet adapter that you use with the sizzlits. I also just got the cricut- I haven't really had a chance to use it but the playing I did was a lot of fun. I have a scrapbook weekend coming up so I will have lots of time to use it then...
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01-09-2007, 02:52 PM
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Retail Therapist
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: a little chick at heart!
Posts: 29,236
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I got the CB embossing folders not realizing you need the converter if you're using a Sizzix! WAAAA! I have a converter on the way though, and plan to be a tightwad and make do by blowing the dust off that ole Sizzix!
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01-09-2007, 03:03 PM
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Mad Swapper
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Springville, UT
Posts: 1,856
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I have used the embossing folders with the Sizzix and the metal magnet convertor. I now have the Big Shot and can use my Cuttlebug embossing folders, brass stencils, Fiskar templates, and Ellison texture plates. I have the Big Impressions Starter Kit or BISK for short. I helps me to emboss all these things. That's why I bought it.
Sizzix is coming out with a sister product called the Big Kick! Go to www.sizzix.com
or www.ellisondesign.com to view these items!
Good Luck with your decision! __________________
Helene
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01-09-2007, 03:39 PM
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Matboard Maniac
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: North Ridgeville, OH
Posts: 202
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I have a cuttlebug but haven't had much time to use it so far. I got it as a Christmas present. This is the first ever die cutting machine I have owned.
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01-09-2007, 03:56 PM
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Pearl-ExPert
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: In my own little world!
Posts: 2,835
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I just ordered a CB (it's on its way!) and I'm so excited to use it! Maybe if you use it more you'll find you like it more?
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01-09-2007, 03:56 PM
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Pearl-ExPert
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: In my own little world!
Posts: 2,835
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Well, I'm a dork...you don't have it yet. I say...buy it! It's just the enabler in me! :0)
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01-09-2007, 04:09 PM
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Matboard Maniac
Join Date: Jan 2005
Posts: 318
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I haven't had much time to play yet, but I am loving it so far. My 6 1/2 year old daughter even had fun with it. I would just buy the converter pieces for your sizzix to start with and if you find you love the CB items more and want the smaller size then buy it. You won't be out any money except the cost of the adapter piece.
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01-09-2007, 04:13 PM
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Mad Swapper
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Tampa, FL
Posts: 1,839
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I just bought 2 CB embossing folders to use with the Sizzix. I was pushed over the edge by everyone who said they were compatible with the Sizzix. I hope I can figure out how to work it. LOL (I do have the adapter thingy.)
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01-10-2007, 07:06 AM
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Insane Embellisher
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: MA
Posts: 949
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Glad for the info. I, too, have the Sizzix plus the adapter, and the Sidekick, and didn't want to invest in a whole different system. I guess I'll go buy a template and check it out. Will the CB emobossing templates work in the Sidekick?
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01-10-2007, 07:18 AM
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Rubber Obsessor
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 197
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Of course you do! HEHE! I am such an enabler.
I love my Bug. Most of my blog is dedicated to the Bug.
I just love the dry embossing. Such a dramatic effect without any work. The die cutting is great too - I love the Red Tag and Olivia alphas for scrapping.
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01-10-2007, 07:45 AM
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Kookie Creator
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Swansea, IL - just across the river from St. Louis
Posts: 373
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Thank you for all the information. It sounds like maybe I may just get the converter and try that. Thank you all!
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01-10-2007, 08:04 AM
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Die Cut Diva
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 3,398
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Does anyone know where you can get a BISK?
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01-10-2007, 08:17 AM
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Stazon Splitcoast
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: SW Idaho
Posts: 12,100
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From ellisondesign.com
Mine will be here Friday! It costs a bit more than the other places I saw, but it's in stock!
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01-10-2007, 02:52 PM
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Mad Swapper
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Springville, UT
Posts: 1,856
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The sidekick will emboss only the little 2X2 embossing folders. But it does a great job!!
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01-10-2007, 03:12 PM
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Die Cut Diva
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Probably on facebook
Posts: 3,590
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My short and simple answer is....
YES!!!
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01-10-2007, 03:19 PM
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Insane Embellisher
Join Date: Oct 2004
Posts: 818
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Well I was so desperate for it (the cuttlebug) I am having it shipped to me here in Australia!! Those embossing folders are just to die for - and I just cant wait to get my new toy!
Karen
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01-10-2007, 06:12 PM
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Forum Fanatic
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: South Florida
Posts: 9,583
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How much does this Cuttlebug thing cost???
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01-10-2007, 06:17 PM
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Glitter Guru
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Saskatchewan, Canada
Posts: 5,342
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I got my CB from AllThatScraps.com for $65.99 (plus shipping b/c I'm in Canada - if you're in the US you get free shipping from them if your order is over $10).
I know there are a LOT of other online stores that carry it too, and Michaels has it for like $79.99 reg ($110 in Canada).
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01-10-2007, 06:22 PM
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Stazon Splitcoast
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: SW Idaho
Posts: 12,100
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In the US, Michael's retails it for $79.99. Joann's has it for $89.99. Joann's has a coupon this weekend for 50% off! Not bad.  |
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01-10-2007, 06:50 PM
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Stampin' Fool
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Canada
Posts: 1,261
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I got a Cuttlebug for Christmas... my dh bought it at Michael's with a 40% off coupon, so it was only $65.40 plus tax CDN.
I am thrilled with it! I just can't wait to get all the embossing folders I ordered.
I also ordered the Big Shot starter kit for one reason - PAISLEY!!
I'd say the Cuttlebug is the way to go if you're debating between this and a Cricut because it's much more affordable and you can emboss! I love how quick and easy it is to add so much texture to a card.
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01-13-2007, 11:01 AM
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Hardware Hotshot
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: California
Posts: 4,663
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I use my Sizzix for embossing using both the Lasting Impressions brass stencils and also the CB embossing folders. I see no reason at this time to get a CB. Need the money for embossing folders !! I do have the converter.
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