Sizzix Dies, Textures - Shape Cutting and Embossing Paper

WebSpinstress by WebSpinstress
Last updated: 02/12/2012

Creative Paper Cutting Possibilities...

Sizzix has a several machines available for paper shape-cutting and texture embossing, as well as numerous dies in almost any shape you could think of. Using Sizzix dies allows you to cut shapes both quickly and efficiently to use for paper crafting, scrapbooking, and multimedia projects with the added benefit of punching out accurate and intricate designs (something that regular scissors just can't stand up to, or even take a little snip at).

I waited for a few years trying to decide between a Cricut, Silhouette, Sizzix, etc., and am very happy with my decision to purchase a Sizzix Vagabond machine from Tim Holtz, as well as many of his beautiful vintage-style alterations dies. I have some recommendations for new paper crafters and scrapbook enthusiasts who are just entering the world of die-cuts, as well as the newest dies and accessories for those like me who are just adding to their collection...

Flat and 3D Paper Shapes Using the Sizzix

Also for Multi-Dimentional Crafting...

Sizzix 3D Flower DieAs well as cutting beautiful flat shapes and embossed textures, the Sizzix machine can also create shapes that are stacked or folded and then pieced together for 3D paper shapes, such as flowers, boxes, baskets, and so much more.

Tim Holtz Sizzix Vagabond

Vintage-Styled Electric Paper Cutter and Embbosser

Sizzix 656850 Vagabond Die-Cut Machine

Amazon Price: $173.58 (as of 02/23/2012)Buy Now

The Vagabond resembles a well-travelled suitcase on the outside, and reveals a portable, electronic machine that packs plenty of powerful cutting and embossing possibilities that is designed to cut paper, grungeboard, chipboard, bookboard, canvas, and acrylic, with ease...

This is my first die-cutting machine, and I absolutely LOVE my Vagabond for it's durability and ease of use. It's very simple to create multilayered "Sizzix sandwiches," plus there is video help available on Youtube from Tim Holtz and others who will aid you in crafting beautiful paper cut and embossed products. No hand-cranking necessary. :-)

Tim Holtz Alterations Dies

Vintage-Inspired Shapes and Textures

Some of my favorite Bigz dies from Tim Holtz for the Vagabond, Bigkick, and Big Shot machines...
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The Versatility of the Vagabond

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Sizzix Big Shot Machine

Die-Cutting and Embossing Hand-Cranked Style

Sizzix 655268 Big Shot Cutting-and-Embossing Roller-Style Machine

Amazon Price: $59.99 (as of 02/23/2012)Buy Now

This Big Shot machine is roller-style and works with the entire Sizzix product library, including the biggest and smallest dies, as well as other die-cutting and embossing products on the market with a special adapter. Use the Big Shot for paper crafting, school projects, scrapbook pages, or embossing.

Sizzix Dies and Textures

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Sizzix Die Compatibility

Sizzix.com provides references for each product and machine. Double-check each die there first, when in doubt...

Sizzix Die Cutting and Embossing

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