I hope that you all had a wonderful Christmas holiday! I know I did. It was hard to come back to work today with my family still there, especially since my grand daughter wanted to go with Grandma! It’s okay, they can stay home and find a place for everything while I’m gone! Have you organized your newly acquired items yet? Quickutz has the perfect storage solution for your new dies!

Quickutz Magnetic Storage Books are ideal for storing your Quickutz  Nesting dies, alphabets, Spellbinders Nestabilities, Shapeabilities, Edgeabilities  and/or Sizzix Framelits! The magnet keeps even the smallest shapes neatly in place and they fit fabulously in a bookshelf!

The interior and exterior of this slim book are solid black with a glossy QuicKutz logo on the front. Raised inner edges and a fold-over magnetic design add extra security for your dies. Dimensions when closed: 8″x10″. You can even customize the exterior with patterned paper and you favorite embellishments to complement your style or decor!

I absolutely love mine, and I have quite a few!

The clock is ticking and we are left with 5 shopping days until Christmas. Of course, our time for mailing gifts is  now! My sons have done all of their shopping online and having the items shipped directly to my house so all they have to do is wrap the gifts when they come home for Christmas! Brilliant!

They don’t have to be bothered with transporting the gifts, but how do they know that we won’t peak? Probably because I have WAY to much left to do to bother with snooping! (I am also a bit old for that now) They will also save more money that way because they will, of course, use my wrapping paper, tape, tags and bows! What can I say? I raised smart boys! If only I could shop for a wife for each of them for Christmas! Then their wives can make sure they have their own wrapping supplies.  Alas, it doesn’t seem to work that way.

I had some fun with making some of my own bows this year with Sizzix Create-a-Bow and Create-a-Flower dies. If you have ever wanted to make your own, these are a great investment for future gift giving!

For those of you who made all of your Christmas cards and have them sent off, my hat’s off to you! I haven’t even got my pre-made cards filled out and sent yet! Yikes! That is tonight’s project. Technically we have until New Year’s for them to arrive, right?

I did get all of my neighbor gifts out last night. I only have a few presents left to wrap (that is if I am remembering them all) and only one gift to finish, so I am not feeling panicked anymore. I hope that you to are wrapping up your check lists so you can enjoy the last few days before the holidays!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

They don’t get any larger than this! Sizzix Bigz Pro dies, are the largest dies ever and can cut hundreds of materials including cardstock, chipboard, fabric, foam, magnet, leather, metallic foil, paper and sandpaper (in limited use). The biggest shapes include full-size bags, boxes, cards, envelopes and album covers.

This year I am using the Bigz Pro Die Box Candy Shaped die for my neighbor gifts! The assembled measurement of this die-cut shape is approximately 9 3/8 x 2 3/8 x 2 3/8″. I have filled mine with candy mints, but you could fill with popcorn, pretzels, chex mix or anything else you can think of that would fit.

This die would also be cute for showers, birthday parties, office parties, etc. All you need is one piece of 12 x 12″ paper, adhesive,  and ribbon or other material to tie the ends. Very simple! Of course you can add tags or other embellishments if you like, but I have kept mine simple since I have so many to deliver! Now I just can’t wait to get them all delivered!

Please note that as it gets closer to Christmas we are at the mercy of the manufacturer availability and we can not guarantee delivery for Christmas as we fill orders in the order in which we receive them. We try our very best to keep items in stock, but unfortunately it is very difficult to make projections on product popularity!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

I love making tags and cards and have always thought it would be fun to make my own matching bows, but never had enough ambition to actually try to come up with a pattern myself (okay, once but it was a disaster!).  Now, Sizzix has come out with these fabulous dies that allow me to make perfect bows in minutes! 657374 Bow, Create-a-Flower and 656544 Bow, Create-a-Bow.

I can’t tell you how thrilled I am! Needless to say, we have done a video for each one to show you just how easy  and fun it really is to make your own handmade bows! Have fun watching!
Bow – Create a Flower

Bow – Create a Bow

Thanks and Happy Scrappin!

Carrie

I would like to give you a heads up on some of the differences and similarities between Spellbinders Nestabilities, Sizzix Framelits and Quickutz Nesting Dies. I will start by pointing out some of their differences.

Spellbinders Nestabilities- There are 6-7 dies per set. The difference between die template sizes within a Spellbinders Nestabilities set is 1/2 inch, which becomes a 1/4″ border when layering. The difference between large and small Nestabilities sets is 1/4″. Combining both the large and small sets of Nestabilities will allow for 1/8″ borders when layering.  This is nice because you have consistent measurements between layers.

They are the only die that can cut and have the capability to emboss. Many of the Nestabilities coordinate with many stamp manufacturers stamp sets such as Heartfelt Creations, JustRite Stampers and Sparkle N Sprinkle.

Sizzix Framelits- New from Sizzix this year, you receive 4-5 per set of wafer thin dies that allow crafters to cut exactly what they see with nothing to obscure perfect print registration. There is no capability to emboss, however, some sets include coordinating stamps! These are fun!

Quickutz Nesting Dies- Also known as Cookie Cutter Dies, sets can include anywhere from 4-22 dies per set! Because they are a bit thinner than the other manufacturer dies, they are able to fit more per package! They do not have the capability to emboss.

The similarities are; they are all wafer thin metal dies that allow you to see where you are placing your die, so you can easily cut photos, patterned paper, stamped images, etc.

All have the capability to layer, make windows or frames and stencil. All can be used in the Grand Calibur, Cuttlebug, Big Shot, Big Shot Pro, Big Kick and Vagabond machines as well as the Epic Six Tool!

Another great thing they have in common… all take up very little storage space, unlike bulky punches!

Well, there you have it! They are all great products and you will find a variety of shapes with each manufacturer! They will hold up cut after cut for many years to come!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

I would like to bring to your attention some differences between Sizzix Bigz, Bigz XL and Bigz Pro Dies, as this has become an issue with order returns, and I would like to help prevent this mistake that is so easy to make with these products. Sizzix has named this items similarly even though they are for different machines (which are also similarly named).

Bigz dies measure approximately 5 1/2 x 6″. These dies are designed for use only with the BIGkick, Big Shot and Vagabond machines and requires the use of a pair of Cutting Pads. A Bigz die cleanly cuts thick materials, including cardstock, chipboard, fabric, foam, magnet, leather, metallic foil, paper and sandpaper (in limited use). Its wider size offers you more design options.

Bigs XL dies measure 6 x 13 3/4″, these dies are designed for use only with the BIGkick, Big Shot and Vagabond machines and requires the use of a pair of Extended Cutting Pads and 6 x 12″ paper.

Bigz XL dies cleanly cut a variety of thick materials, including cardstock, chipboard, fabric, foam, magnet, leather, metallic foil, paper and sandpaper (in limited use).

Bigz Pro dies do not get any bigger than this! The Sizzix Bigz Pro inch dies are the largest dies ever. They cut hundreds of materials which include cardstock, chipboard, fabric, foam, magnet, leather, metallic foil, paper and sandpaper (in limited use). Designed exclusively for the Big Shot Pro Die Cutting Machine. These dies are great for cutting fast quilting designs too.

Measuring 12 x 12 3/4″, this Bigz Pro dies are designed for use only with the Big Shot Pro Machine and requires the use of a Big Shot Pro Cutting Pad, a Big Shot Pro Crease Pad and 12 x 12″ paper.

*Please look at the name closely as well as the item description as this will prevent the mistake of ordering an item that you may not be able to use in the machine you have.  Sometimes we have the tendency to fall in love with the picture and we don’t take the time to find out if that item is compatible with our equipment! Believe me, I have done it too!

I hope that this will help you in your shopping for Sizzix dies!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Are you like a kid in a candy store when you see the latest dies? I am! Sometimes I get so excited about the new releases that I loose sleep trying to figure out ways that I can afford to get everything I want! Well,Sizzix has a bunch of new Christmas/Winter dies and Embossing Folders that I can’t wait to get my hands on!

We have Movers and Shapers, Bigz, Sizzlits, Texture Fades, and Textured Impressions! I guess that includes a little bit of everything!

One of my favorites that I have been dying to get since I saw it at CHA is this Sizzlits Decorative Strip Die Christmas Paper Chain w/ Holly Flourish die! It is so pretty!

I also admire Tim Holtz designs so this Texture Fades Christmas Background & Borders embossing folders caught my eye! Especially since it has multiple folders!

You can view all of Sizzix new products on our website now! It is so hard to choose favorites since they are all wonderful!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Today I am so excited to share with you some of the videos we have just done to show you how you can use the Letterpress Starter Kit by Lifestyle Crafts with various machines!

Yes, it is true! We have tried, tested and proven the Letterpress Starter Kit with the following die cutting machines;

Sizzix Big Shot

Sizzix Big Shot Pro

Sizzix Vagabond by Tim Holtz

Cuttlebug by Provo Craft

The Letterpress turned out beautifully in each machine and it was so easy! There are no other mats required. Everything you need to start is included in the starter kit! Of course, if you want different cards, or ink colors you will need to purchase those separately.

Right now we have Letterpress Starter Kit on sale for $58.99! That’s a steal of a deal!

This kit includes the following:

• Letterpress Starter Tool
• Clear Packing Mat with grid
• Paper Placement Guides
• Ink Base
• Brayer
• Ten A2 flat cards
• Nine Printing Plates
• Tube of Black Ink

To view our videos you can either click on this link

http://ucutathome.com/blog/letterpress-die-cutting-machines/

or you can find each individual video on our Blog Page on the right hand side under Pages.

I know that this is exciting news for many of you who have been wanting to do Letterpress, but didn’t want to purchase another machine!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Extra, extra! Read all about it here on our Blog! We have received updated information regarding the Quickutz It Kits that should make all of you happy. Quickutz has informed us that they will not be Limited Edition as previously stated! That is really good news!

They have started shipping now since today is their official release date. These are perfect sets for gifts  (hint, hint…you know what is coming up quick!).

The other news we have today concerns our Wish List. You can now view the price of the items you store on your Wish List which will be really nice for the people you send your list to!

This is a great time for you to create your Wish List! You can readily answer the question of  what you want for Christmas or birthday! You will be the easiest person to shop for because you can send your list right to their inbox! Perfect!

Now that Halloween is over, it is time to look forward to the holidays. We have a huge selection of Spellbinders, Quickutz and Sizzix dies for your Holiday needs! We don’t even mind if you shop in your pj’s!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Hold on to your hats! Sizzix Framelits die sets w/stamps are here and are a hot item! They are blowing out of here as fast as we can get them in! Now that it is cooling off and the kids are in school, it is the perfect time to stay inside and do some stamping.

The Framelits sets w/stamps are not only beautiful, but very functional, because they include a stamp set AND the cutting dies that coordinate with each stamp! Here’s an example of one of the sets with 5:

You receive five – seven cutting dies (depending on the set) and a stamp set. Create the most exact cuts around your cling stamp images. Introducing wafer-thin and chemically etched Framelits Dies from Sizzix with their own matching cling stamp set from Hero Arts. With this unique product pairing, you cut exactly what you see with nothing to obscure perfect print registration. Even scraps, stamped images and printed sentiments can be cropped precisely. Framelits also create beautiful frames or die-cuts that fit snugly within each other. Ideal for stenciling or cutting windows in cards and scrapbook pages, too!

The Framelits Dies are compatible with the BIGkick, Big Shot and Vagabond Machines (used with a pair of Cutting Pads and the machine’s included Platform; when using the Essentials Platform or Solo Platform & Shim, the Extended Adapter or Solo Adapter is required). All items sold separately.

Just think how much easier these sets will make paper crafting! I am excited to give these a try!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

The excitement is high here at Cut@Home because we have been chosen to be Quickutz Featured Retailer of the month of October! It is very exciting and we want you to be involved! We are able to offer our customers lots of great Quickutz items at special discounts while we are featured! You won’t want to pass up these savings!

For starters, we are offering the Letterpress Starter Kit (a $95.00 value) for only $58.99 which also includes a FREE Printing Plate! Now that’s a great deal! In case you missed the news, you can use the starter kit with the Sizzix Big Shot Pro Machine (blog).

We are offering 30 different styles of A2 Embossing Folders for $3.49. That’s 30% off regular price of $4.99!

We also have Winter Wonderland dies 40% off retail price, marking them down to $4.19 and up and Winter Wonderland cookie cutter dies 40% off  retail price,  slicing the price to $14.99 and up!

These are such exciting deals that you will want to be sure to get in on them a.s.a.p.!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Oh boy, oh boy! Have I got some fun news for you today! Sizzix has introduced the new Vintaj BIGkick Machine as well as DecoEtch and DecoEmboss dies! I promise that you are going to LOVE these for card making and scrapbooking embellishments!

The special edition machine cuts, embosses and etches many different designs, while customizing almost endless combinations of creations. In addition, the BIGkick is compatible with most of the Sizzix product library (when using the Solo Platform & Shim which is included) and most exciting techniques. This ultimate roller machine also cuts everything from cardstock to fabric and many things in between! See the rest of the Vintaj products we carry including the Vintaj DecoEtch dies and DecoEmboss dies!

Included with the Vintaj is a Solo Platform and Shim and one pair of cutting pads, which makes all Sizzix components compatible with the Big Shot Machine and even works with other brands’ dies and embossing tools!

The Vintaj Machine measures approximately 12 1/4 x 6 x 14 1/2″.

Each DecoEtch die instantly etches intricate patterns onto different shapes of Vintaj blanks without the use of chemicals. Use it to create or decorate unique metal embellishments for personalized projects such as jewelry, cards, scrapbook pages, boxes, frames and much more. To highlight the raised areas of the blank, use the Vintaj Metal Reliefing block (sold separately at Vintaj.com). For different design possibilities with a DecoEtch die, place the metal blank onto varying areas of the die with each use. This gives the added benefit of more even wear.

Measuring approximately 2 3/8 x 2 5/8″, this DecoEtch die is for use with Vintaj metal blanks and malleable metals only in the Sizzix Vintaj BIGkick, BIGkick, Big Shot and Vagabond machines (used with a pair of Cutting Pads and the machine’s included Platform). All items sold separately.

Each DecoEmboss die elegantly embosses beautiful designs onto different shapes of Vintaj blanks. Use it to create or decorate unique metal embellishments for personalized projects such as jewelry, cards, scrapbook pages, boxes, frames and much more. To highlight the raised areas of the blank, use the Vintaj Metal Reliefing block (sold separately at Vintaj.com). For different design possibilities with a DecoEmboss die, place the metal blank onto varying areas of the die with each use.

Measuring approximately 2 3/8 x 2 1/2″, this DecoEmboss die is for use with Vintaj metal blanks and malleable metals only in the Sizzix Vintaj BIGkick, BIGkick, Big Shot and Vagabond machines (used with a pair of Cutting Pads and the machine’s included Platform). All items sold separately.

I can’t wait to try the DecoEtch and DecoEmboss dies! I was seriously wishing I had some yesterday to make cute embellishments for the candy bar wrappers I was making as gifts for some ladies in my neighborhood. I guess I had better get mine ordered!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

I know that many of you have tried and love the Cuttlebug Embossing Folders by Provo Craft but, did you know that Sizzix Textured Impressions are embossing folders that will work just like the Cuttlebug folders? You betcha they will!

Textured Impressions will work with the same sandwich formula as the Cuttlebug folders in the following Die Cutting Machines;  Cuttlebug Machine, Big Shot and Big Shot Pro Machines, Vagabond by Tim Holtz, Grand Calibur and Epic Six Tools!

Sizzix Textured Impressions Embossing Folders offer the deepest and boldest embossing experience. You can turn ordinary cardstock, paper, metallic foil or vellum into an embossed, textured masterpiece.

Sizzix designers have created these folders with beautiful artwork to give your projects the special touch that embossing/debossing creates. You can choose from elegant flourishes and flowers to seasonal folders that will create a fantastic card in seconds!

Marcie took some video of the latest Textured Impressions at CHA that we would like to share with you!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie

Here we are, half way through September! I hope that you are busy getting your Halloween paper projects done as it will be here before we know it! Quickutz has sure helped me out with my projects with their Be Spooked release. I am loving all the die sets in this release!

I have been trying to make a banner with the Nesting Ghosts for 2 weeks now, but finally got a chance to finish it up last night. I tell you, things have been crazy at my house, especially since all my yummy veggies have decided to ripen all at the same time and need something done with them NOW! (Does anyone know if you can do freezer salsa?)

Anyway, once I was able to find a minute to stay put in my craft room, it went together really fast! I used my Sizzix Big Shot Pro Machine to cut the  big shapes and my Cuttlebug for the rest.

Supplies used:

Quickutz dies- Nesting Lace Circles and Nesting Octagon, Nesting Ghosts, Splendid Alphabet

Making Memories Toil & Trouble paper

Purple card stock

Ribbon

Tombo adhesive

I think this would be fun to decorate home or office with. Hopefully this helps you get planning for all the little spooks that will be making their way around the neighborhood in only 6 weeks! YIKES!!!!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrei

How many of you have had the opportunity to use the Spellbinders Grand Nestabilities or Grand Impressabilities? They are awesome! For those of you who haven’t, you do need either the Spellbinders Grand Calibur Machine or Sizzix Big Shot Pro Machine to be able to use these fantastic dies! If you don’t have one of these, please be aware that the Grand Nestabilities are to large for standard machines.

They take off where regular Nestabilities stop. Their sizes are wonderful for frames, mini albums, banners and cards along with many other possibilities! Many of them coordinate with the regular Nestabilities, which allow more versatility for your paper projects.  I especially love them for my scrapbooking projects! I really like having coordinating photo frames with journaling blocks which you can achieve with both sets!

I hope that those of you who own some of these sets are enjoying them as much as I do!

Thanks and Happy Scrappin’!

Carrie