Big Shot

I have the Big Shot Pro and absolutely love this machine. I bought this smaller version so I can take it with me as the PRO is very big and heavy. I also wanted to have this one to cut the smaller dies and I can put on my crafting table beside me. Like the PRO this is a very well built machine; it is solid and very sturdy when you are turning the handle. It cuts dies with ease; you may have to run some of the more intricate dies through more than once and this also helps to bring out the embossed detail more. I also find that by using the smaller plates and putting more than one die on at a time; it helps with keeping your plates straighter. A great versatile machine and I would highly recommend this machine to all crafters especially those who are just starting out crafting; you literally take it out of the box; attach the handle and away you go. The multipurpose platform has instructions on what sandwich to use for the various dies; thin dies; bigz dies etc and also what sandwich to use for embossing. Very easy and simple to use.

It's a great device if you enjoy card making and feel crafty. There's many different dies you can get and even embossing sets you can use with the machine. Need tighten the screw on the handle a few times but that could just be because I've used often.

I'm on around my fifth Big Shot. I use mine almost daily, so I do eventually work them to death! But I always buy another one. The Big Shot is a real work horse, strong and sturdy and also very easy to use. I have an eBosser for my larger dies (rarely used) but I just love my Big Shot.

This is a lovely little machine if, like me, you just dabble in card making or crafting. This is my second machine and the first one, which had lasted me 10 years, was still working when I handed it on to a ‘beginner’. I have arthritic thumbs and was actually looking at electric machines but some of the reviews put me off (and the price). This isn’t cheap but if it sees me through the next 10 years, I’ll be thrilled. This model is much tidier than the first one and it certainly does the job.

Further to my first review I have been reading the low star score ratings and find them difficult to understand. The warping of the plates can be reduced by turning them over occasionally and a cracking noise is normal (even my electronic one does this). As for the dies marking the plates this is only natural as the dies have sharp edges, it happens on all machines be they manual or electronic. I ensure I use the same plate for the dies to cut into. On my old machine which I had for 15 years I only replaced the plates once. The new machine plates appear to be wearing well. As for dies not cutting through completely this is down to the die. I purchased a multi purpose platform which is a great help but there are still some dies in my collection that need extra padding - I usually just put a couple of sheets of printer paper in the relevant area. As for the types of dies, I use all kinds - big names to foreign imports (from Amazon). I find these great value though it usually takes several weeks for them to arrive. I suppose it is down to different people have different expectations but so far I have not been disappointed.

Value for money, easy to use with instructions, easy to store, nice quality, sturdy

Received this as a birthday present and being new to card making took a while to suss it out. After looking at the range of machines on offer I made the decision to have the Big Shot. I am so glad I did as it has enabled me to produce beautiful cards that look so professional. Having previously only used my neighbours different branded machine I wasn't sure but in a couple of days i'm an old hand at it! The ease of use and the robust construction will allow me to go on making cards as a hobby for many years to come. It comes with 1 Platform, 1 Thin Die Adapter and 1 Pair of Standard Cutting Pads. The dies are widely available on Amazon etc, with lots coming from China at silly price ranging from 99p upwards but well made and as good as you can buy for 3 times the price at craft shops. Go on treat yourself!

Love using this sizzix machine, so far I’ve used it for card making and cutting fabrics for appliqué. Easy to carry from one room to another as it’s not too heavy, the size isn’t too big so doesn’t take up much space on a table. It’s easy to store but can’t be stored in its box unless you remove the handle every time because it won’t fit back in with it on. Would definitely recommend.

推奨の使い方とは言えませんが、凹版印刷のプレス機として使っています。 折りたたみタイプじゃないのでデカいですが、安定感ハンパないです。

excelente producto. tiene mucha estabilidad, es de buen material.

This big shot is wonderful for my purposes. As a card maker I do lots of die cuts. This big shot I would definitely recommend. It is the best!

Fonctionne très bien, les découpes sont parfaites. Néanmoins, j'ai rencontré une petite difficulté lorsque j'ai voulu embosser. Tantôt il me manquait une légère épaisseur, tantôt ça ne passait pas sous le rouleau. J'ai donc ajouté une simple feuille cartonnée en plus du jeu de plaque pour obtenir un bon résultat. Ça se joue à pas grand chose !

J ai hésité, me demandant si cette petite machine allait pouvoir m'aider à réaliser mes projets. Après avoir acheté matrices et pochoirs : embossage et découpe fonctionnent à merveille. Il faut prévoir un carton mince (comme les enveloppes Amazon) pour obtenir la hauteur voulue lors de l'utilisation avec des pochoirs un peu minces. A vir si d