How I got familiar with my Crafter's Companion Gemini Machine

[@victoriaclifford2715]

We lost power last year and since I couldn’t sew I did scrapbusting for 4 hours. Amazing how much I got. I’m sure in that amount of time the Gemini would get a whole lot more cut.

[@Rosebud2503]

Lol...that's it. I am hooked. Going to order tonight. Love your tutorial. Excellent explained. Greetings from Wales UK

[@deannas1515]

There's a video that shows how to do it without damaging the parts. It uses a small cutting mat if I remember correctly.

[@francesservoss5965]

Thanks for the percentage off. I ordered mine earlier this week can’t wait to start playing!

[@kimcoleman4531]

How long did it take for u to receive

[@tinacostner3069]

You know I have those dyes and the machine. Dyes have just been sitting in the box. I better take a look at them I guess 😆

[@patriciahadder2284]

Pat, I got my new Gemini today and the recommended combination has a Clear Cutting Plate , Plastic Shim, Magnetic Shim, Die (blade side up) Material to be cut, clear cutting plate on top. It left a big mark on the top clear cutting plate. After watching you again tonight--you have the clear cutting plate on bottom, the metal Shim, the Material to be cut, the die (blade side down) , the plastic Shim, and the Clear cutting plate on top.Rotating and Flipping them between each pass. I will try mine like you show and I know it will work fine. Thanks for showing us the Gemini.

[@lindyhoney14]

Snap, me also. My top cutting plate bent so bad that it got stuck. When it eventually got through the fabric was only partially cut. I boxed the machine up and was about to send it back, then thought about one last look on the internet. I came across this site and voila! six nicely cut circles and hexis.

[@annemaguire657]

@@lindyhoney14 yes I followed instruction from the booklet too, it has warped everything in no time at all, don’t know if I like this machine or not, the jury is out still

[@goyely]

iam very excited with this machine. please tell me which is the best to make patchwork or quilting. Where can I buy this . _? what accesoryes I will need to fabrics ? THANK YOU.

[@vikingprincess813]

There seemed to be a lot of fraying which I don’t get with Accuquilt

[@gladissalazar3496]

Precio y lo envian a colombia

[@winningnumbers]

so what about batting? Does the machine cut the batting too? You only show cutting the fabric but can it cut the batting? A quilt needs batting, right. and my other question is do the plates and the metal and the plastic thingy come included with the machine?

[@PatSloan]

it does not cut batting. i no longer use this machine. I now use an accuquilt. You can see them at shrsl.com/3vov7

[@elainepulliam1976]

Please help me! Bought new Gemini. Watched yours & prob 4 more videos BEFORE using it. First time thru, with plates & shims & die cuts & blades EXACTLY as instructed - it did nothing, even with just cutting dies onto plain piece of bond paper. Ran thru again adding metal shim, still nothing. Then, paused & reversed - still nothing on piece of bond, but with severe damage to all shims. So, I decided to flip dies over thinking maybe I misunderstood which was "blade side up", even tho I had used side shown in videos. It then cut dies in bond paper, all but one, but with large holes in shims! All of them! Thank goodness Amazon is always there for you & asked if I wanted to try another Gemini machine. It came in today (in one day). I am afraid to even TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX! NEED HELP! ~ EP

[@Kim_post1927]

Where do I get the metal sheet from?

[@lindadevito2223]

How does this compare to the Accuquilt

[@sherryclifton4947]

I have an Accuquilt and it really saves time. Love it. I like the size of the Gemini better though.

[@grandmalovesmebest]

Sherry Clifton .Sherry, I've used Accu and Sizzix only cutting fabrics (not paper). How well does the Gemini work in comparison? How about prices?

[@sherryclifton4947]

GC Durnin I think I like the hard dies from Accu better than the layering of Gemini but that just from watching her demo. As far as pricing, Accuquilt is $$, no idea what the Gemini cost

[@awa1179]

I just watched this today. I’m wondering if you still use a die cutting machine. Have you upgraded from the Gemini to something more sophisticated? That Gemini looks a little unwieldy

[@annetteellis4188]

How much for the replacement part of the metal sheet? I can see that the metal sheet will wear out quickly. I like the idea of a cutting machine. Thank you for showing off the Gemini.

[@jenniewren9351]

Annette Ellis I see what you mean.

[@hanneliebotha2227]

Can we order from South Africa?

[@peggy1046]

Excellent video Pat

[@kathlelenkroha8406]

thank you for sharing, however I feel like the metal part will need to replaced more often, I have an accuquilt and I like it. are the dies able to be used on a cuddle bug or cricut?

[@PatSloan]

the dies only work on this machine

[@catherinegonzalrz631]

I bought mine a few weeks ago I’m afraid ton open the box I bought dies quilt blocks etc

[@PatSloan]

Open the box that's how 😊 you learn

[@awa1179]

I just watched this today. I’m wondering if you still use a die cutting machine. Do you still use the Gemini or have you upgraded to a more sophisticated machine? That Gemini looks a little unwieldy.

[@haydenmaguire4799]

How long do the plants last? do you need to replace after afew months?

[@PatSloan]

Hayden the decided to tape 10 pieces of cardstock together and use that instead of the plastic shim. That lasts a really long time. The metal will twist, but it very usable for a good amount of cutting. If you are a power cutting using it daily for hours at at time, that means more wear. If you use it once a week or once a month for a few things.. it lasts super long. If you need more info emai. me at [e-mail]

[@karenhuffer3863]

I think your question is about the plates. If not, just regard. If so, I have been using my Crafters Companion and found my cover plate was warping badly. I turned my plates each time and still found them warping. So, I used my son's heat gun to warm the plate up a bit and that took the warp out easily. Just be careful not to burn your fingers with the gun. I also put a heavy book on top to smooth the plate out and let it cool. I have new plates!! Most of the cutting marks were also removed with this method. No mess. And no color change.

[@DH-qz2so]

It would be just as fast, if not faster, to just throw a ruler down and cut with a rotary cutter; less waste as well.

[@grandmalovesmebest]

D H Sometimes there is more to consider than time. A cutter makes quilting, appliqué, etc possible for anyone with arthritis or hand injuries, or low hand strength, or any physical problem that prohibits cutting accuracy. Also, some ppl may not want to do repetitive tasks if they are very creative or have attention difficulties. I had to cut 360 dresden plates and I was VERY thankful that I invested in my cutting machine just bc WHO WANTS TO CUT 360 DRESDENS?!

[@petmomful2260]

@@grandmalovesmebest I have an Accuquilt GO and I really love it. It improves my accuracy a lot. Some of the dies, for applique, are intricate; things you would not attempt by hand, such as a snowflake. What is even cooler is, if you have an embroidery machine, you can get the embroidery files that match the dies, and stitch the applique down right on the embroidery machine! If I had a hand injury, however, I agree with you that the Gemini would be very helpful!

[@petmomful2260]

I don't think a rotary cutter is faster. You can really crank out a lot of shapes with a die cutter. You can also cut out intricate shapes such as snowflakes for appliques. I guess it all depends on your style of quilting and what you want. I have a pain issue, so getting help with a cutting machine is worth it to me.

[@LYoung-op5ub]

Be careful, new users. My plates almost cut through the first time I used the,

[@caroltalbott7683]

No

[@haydenmaguire4799]

How long do the plants last? do you need to replace after afew months?