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We just received our first shipment of the new Tim Holtz Vagabond machine that he designed for Sizzix and it is so cool! It looks just like an old fashioned suitcase when it is all closed up and they even give you stickers for the outside that look like vintage travel decals – very neat.
But this machine does a lot more than just look good – it’s a powerful electric die cutting and embossing machine that can do everything that the Big Shot does with just the push of a button. And it handles a wide range of materials effortlessly.
Here is a pic of the machine when it’s open.
There are a few features that we wanted to point out to you that we thought were really important…
– you can use all your favorite dies and embossing folders with this machine like those from Sizzix, Cuttlebug, BossKut, Spellbinders, Crafts Too, Joy Crafts and Quickutz.
– for the thin dies like Spellbinders, Joy Crafts and BossKut you will need to buy a Sizzix Big Shot Extended Adapter. All the other pads and plates are included.
– you can run things through the machine in either direction just by flipping a switch on top.
– side rails hold the platform and plates in place so your sandwiches stay lined up.
– the power cord stores in it’s own compartment on the side of the machine so it is always handy.
– it’s quiet so you don’t have to worry about waking everyone up when you are crafting in the middle of the night. LOL!
Want to see it in action? Then check out this video where Tim demos it…
We have been putting one through it’s paces and just love it! It has lots of power and if you do lots of die cutting and embossing or have trouble using the other machines because of arthritis (or in my case a recently broken wrist) then this is just the ticket. We all liked how it took up less space when it was folded up and that it looks like a part of the decor. It’s a bit heavier than the Big Shot (around 15 lbs) but still portable if you want to take it to a friends house or a crop.
All in all, the Vagabond got top marks from everyone here that used it. Another great product in the Tim Holtz line from Sizzix.
Tim Holtz Vagabond Die Cutting and Embossing Machine
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Wow. These new embossing folders from Sizzix that were designed by Basic Grey are absolutely gorgeous! We have been anxiously waiting for them to arrive and they finally arrived yesterday. Yippee!!
The embossed images were inspired by their Eskimo Kisses paper collection and we still have some of the 6″ x 6″ paper pads left if you want to coordinate everything.
There are eight (8) new sets and each set includes two (2) A2 embossing folders that are slightly larger (4 1/2″ x 5 3/4″) than the Cuttlebug A2 embossing folders so that your embossed design is actually 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″ – the exact size of an A2 card. Definitely a plus when you are embossing the actual card front and want the design to go right to the edge. Some of the designs are definitely just for Christmas but others will work anytime. Let me show you….
This set is called Christmas & Thin Ice. Both of these backgrounds will work beautifully on all kinds of holiday projects – cards, gift tags, scrapbook pages, decorative boxes….the possibilities are endless! I love the contemporary script text.
Called Dearly & Frost this set includes one folder that is definitely more of a winter/holiday theme but the other (Frost) could be used anytime.
I think this set, called Diamonds & Snow Cap is terrific. It could be used for so many different types of projects and definitely doesn’t scream Christmas. Very versatile.
Here’s another set, Evergreen & Snow Flowers that has one folder that is very wintery and the other that could be used for any occasion.
Called Peppermint Twists & Scallops this set is so cute. I think you could use these backgrounds on holiday projects as well as birthday cards, gift tags, party favours and lots more.
Plaid & Snowflakes is the name of this set and I think both of these folders are awesome. You can never have too many snowflakes for your holiday projects and the plaid is just a great all around texture that I’m sure you would use again and again.
Called Powdered Sugar & Snow Globe this is definitely one of those sets that works for the holidays but you could also use the folder on the left for all kinds of other occasions. You could even cut the embossed design into strips and just use part of the image. The holly and berries will definitely be a favourite for Christmas projects.
And last but not least is the Sugar & Starry Night set. Both of these designs are very versatile and could be used throughout the year.
So, don’t let the names of some of these folders fool you – they aren’t just for Christmas or the holidays. They are folders that I’m sure you would find yourself using over and over again.
We have lots of new products arriving right now so be sure to check out What’s New to see all the latest.
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