cutting fabric with the Sizzix Big Shot

[@danid9044]

I just wanted to give a few tips to help you out when using the Spellbinders, or thin dies with your Big Shot and fabric. i never using any type of fusing or webbing because i don't sew. However if you use your dies and fabric just like you demonstrate but add 2-4 sheets of card stock on top of the top plate it will cut all the way through ur fabric so you don't have to do the extra cutting. The card stock acts as a shim and presses down just a tad further to go all the way through the fabric.

[@sharonspecht4914]

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[@bjsmoker]

Adding a new dimension to an old card making idea I've used in the past before these dies came out. Cutting shapes and ironing them on to greeting cards!!! I'm never see, was never good at it, but I have used the appliqué idea for making my cards, and now with the die cutting ability it makes it even better and re-inspires me!!! Thank you!! Very interesting!!!!

[@suellenterry1424]

Lovely work Julia looking forward to your fabric collage video 🤗

[@jeanwestackroyd2966]

Loved this Julia, so informative and reminds me of things I could be doing ! Thanks for sharing.

[@Laura_Dovalo]

I usually put the fabric against the blade of the die. It gives a cleaner cut, specially when using thinner dies.

[@mollysmith6055]

Thank you for this 'hand holding' video! I am working on a Christmas gift that needs some tiny letters cut and was really hoping to use my Big Shot. And here is your video showing just how to do it. Thank you so much!

[@stitchesbyjulia]

So glad I could help! Thanks for watching and good luck with your Christmas project. Julia

[@marysu4]

I know with the Thinlet dies the instructions have the fabric on the platform side and the die placed cutting side down, then the plate on top so there is more resistance against the cutting edge. You might get a more complete cut that way. Thank you so much for this video as I have wanted to try exactly this!! (An option for those who want to do customized cuts: get a ScanNCut!! It's an investment for sure but if you can draw it, you can scan in your drawing, then cut it out of paper or fabric.)

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Julia thank you so much that’s very very helpful and useful. xxx Mags

[@kathysmigen3927]

Can’t wait to see a fabric collage video!!

[@marilynengstrom4223]

Looks like an easy way to try quilting. Looking forward to trying this. Thanks

[@stitchesbyjulia]

+Marilyn Engstrom Hi! Yes they have many quilting dies. Thanks for watching.

[@Coquijim]

I used a shimmy. Love ur work. I’ve learned so much.💗

[@stitchesbyjulia]

I just tried it and it works...Thanks for the tip

[@annav.1664]

Thanks for this detailed video! It never occurred to me to use my die cut machine with fabric but now I can made better use of that investment! What did we do before KZbin?

[@SweetJasamine]

Thank you for a very helpful tutorial! Linda xx

[@AdrianeRimolo]

Cool! I have bought one of these nestabilities from Spellbinders but they did not work with fabric. I had not heat and bond. I prefer the big boxes from sizzix.

[@Citygypsy]

Hello...I am assuming that the Heat n Bond, once it's ironed onto the fabric, helps to keep those fabric edges together, bonded sort of, so that they do not "fray" after you sew them on to a shirt or whatever other fabric with a straight stitch? Also...what are the best non-fraying fabrics to use for these types of cut and sew projects? Thanks so much!

[@naomim5015]

I learned a lot. I tried cutting fabric without the heat-n-bond and with only thin dies; it wouldn't cut through the entire fabric. I will try your way instead!

[@stitchesbyjulia]

I find that the heat-n-bond really helps. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment:)

[@MrGilbertshow]

hi this is amazing! I have been wondering if I should purchase a big shot machine for sewing projects to make life so much easier than hand cutting shapes out great video many thanks Jake x

[@stitchesbyjulia]

Thanks so much for watching! I use my BigShot nearly everyday for cutting fabric. I do a lot of appliqué work. It is a life saver!

[@MrGilbertshow]

no problem thank you for sharing! I have tried looking around to find out if thinlits also cut fabrics like cotton or felt can not find anything if they do? many thanks have to invest in one of these!! all the best from the UK Xxx

[@stitchesbyjulia]

Hi, No unfortunately you can not cutomize your own templates. I get my dies from sizzix. They have a large selection. You need the Bigz style to work with the Big Shot. Thanks

[@Laura_Dovalo]

You really need to use a zig zag stich to avoid fraying when using lite Heat n Bond. I personally find it very difficult to sew around die cut forms like butterflies and such, but I've only done a few projects...I suppose practice makes perfect. The only non-fraying fabrics that I can think of are good quality felt and maybe fleece.

[@chocolatier88]

Nice tutorial thanks. :)

[@jheart803]

Can I use nesting dies on my big shot plus for fabric?

[@sallycleveland1321]

Hi Julia, which sizzix machine would you recommend for a beginner machine for cutting fabric. I make bags and purses. I would like to be able to cut squares and various other objects? Thanks

[@stitchesbyjulia]

Hi Sally, I love the basic Sizzix BigShot. Here is an Amazon link- amzn.to/2PJlwLn, but you can find them at Joann's and can usually use a coupon. I have had mine for 8-9 years and use it almost daily. You also may want to sign up for the Sizzix newsletter. They run good sales on their Bigz dies often. I've gotten clearance dies on their after Thanksgiving Sale for $3 each. The Bigz dies are the ones that can cut up to 4 layers of fabric and once. Such an easy machine to use!

[@colleenieweenie648]

Hello I recently started using heat n bond. I was wondering if there is a good way to store scraps that already have the white backing removed.

[@christinadaily6072]

Parchment paper folders work, or save the backing that you pull off of the 9x12 sheets when applying to a whole piece of fabric and save between.

[@ellenhofer3343]

Hi Since the cut didn't go all the way through, would it be helpful to run it back through a 2nd or 3rd time... just back and forth without removing it... to get it to cut all the way through? I have to do this sometimes when cutting papers with mine.

[@stitchesbyjulia]

+Ellen Hofer Most of the time, I've had good luck with "rolling" it backwards. I have had problems with it moving a bit and then the cut is off. Thanks for watching!

[@DrAthinaZulkifli]

hi,can i customized my own template/designs using this machine?

[@PifsGifts]

Do you need to sew over the edges of the fabric to keep them from fraying?

[@stitchesbyjulia]

Hi, It depends on the look you are going for. I do mostly raw edge free-motion appliqué. Here's a recent video demonstrating the technique-kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGnVoGCtbLCfjqc You can also edge the pieces with a close, narrow zig-zag or an appliqué stitch to help prevent fraying. Hope this helps! Julia

[@PifsGifts]

stitchesbyjulia thank you. I've been trying to learn to sew for years. It's very difficult for me because I'm legally blind. I think my machine can do the free motion too. I'll be giving it a try soon. Thanks again!

[@DianneR-ei2zu]

Can I use my sizzix big shot plus machine to cut fabric

[@stitchesbyjulia]

Yes! Up to 4 layers at a time!

[@valeluc1]

is there something that replaces de heat and bond??? I haven't seen that in my country

[@stitchesbyjulia]

+Valeria Lopez Hi, Another product that many quilters love is "Steam-a-Seam 2. I personally have not tried it but is a double stick fusible web. Thanks so much for watching! Julia

[@valeluc1]

+stitchesbyjulia Thank you for your reply! I'm going to look for it. I haven't seen something like that here but I'm sure there is something to replace it. I tried to cut circles of fabric and it didn't cut anything. It just left a mark.

[@mammy7903]

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[@carrolljordan8628]

How do I have a die cut made I am with a group called Days for Girls International . We make Pads for the girls .Because they don`t have these so we make them and after use they wash them . But the cutting takes a lot of time . So if I could have a die cut made it would help any ideals

[@dlmmpm]

Go to sizzix.com/customdies. The company will make dies from your design and it looks as though they offer quite a bit of help in designing it. no idea what it costs. best of luck.

[@suem308]

Why would you use that thing if you have to cut around the whole thing after you're done with it

[@stitchesbyjulia]

Rarely do you have to cut around it once it's been through the BigShot. With the Bigz dies, you can cut up to 4 layers at a time. A great time saver for quilters, etc. This has also save my arms from carpel tunnel. Sometimes you do have to give it a little help with a scissors, especially with thicker fabrics or if your die is dull.

[@marioncurtis3709]

Carroll they have a die for these shields

[@normahannon9191]

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[@dianerosario3406]

I love her stuff n talent but omg she takes for ever to explain! I always have to either not finish the video or fast forward. .sorry but it is what it is.

[@stitchesbyjulia]

Thanks for the feedback. I will try to improve. Julia

[@kristitarnowski3340]

But, there are people like me that have just started and are learning and need some extra explaining 😊 thank you for taking the time!