Subscriber Question - Sizzix Original Machine

[@rosemaryreitz1910]

I am a 73 year old cleaning out my craft closet. I found a Sizzlits I bought probably greater than 30 years ago. I went on KZbin to remind myself how to make the die cuts. I found your video and now I can show my grand daughter how to make great shapes. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge.

[@robinmoser7343]

I have been watching Leslie’s videos. She is a craft saint for me now. Your mother, must be missed. Bless her!

[@cynthiahicks1909]

Leslie- I'm so GRATEFUL to have run across your video. I have a Big Shot and still need to learn how to use it- but today picked up one of these little red machines because they look easier to use. Now I will be on the lookout for cutting dies. I so appreciate you taking the time out to teach us how to use it.

[@j2bee735]

Just found my very old machine hidden under my storage shelves. Thanks so much for your video, inspired me to dust off & use again 🙂

[@tmathis5931]

Just bought one with tons of cutting sets and 2 new cutting boards all for $3.00 I am so glad you posted this video. I am so excited to get started. I am using them for Christmas cards❤️

[@studiorheye]

Thank you so much for the in depth information! I just picked up one for $4 at a thrift store after having my eye on a big shot. Glad to see I can do everything I wanted to. Loved the demonstrations.

[@karma4872]

Me too found at thrift

[@barbaraa6098]

I'm hanging on to mine. Had it when it first came out. Have so many cutters! Love them all.

[@lizziemariejacob6907]

Thanks for your instructional video! I purchased this machine with a load of dies at a garage/yard sale. I had heard of Sizzix but had no clue how to use it. Now I’m so excited to get started! Thanks 😁😁😁 🇦🇺

[@brittanyvessels]

I just bought one of these as my first die cutting / embossing machine since I am just starting out and didn't want to drop $$$ on the newer ones. Thank you for posting this video!! I was having trouble but now I understand it is the shim issue. All good now! And so excited!!

[@WoodlandInspired]

Love the demo awesome video, I just purchased one at a yard sale and I already have the big shot but on the red dies that crease stuff the big shot has to much pressure and was cutting through it totally. So I'm glad you did this video. I sure do miss ya, rest in peace!

[@havingalotafun]

can you use the newer die cuts with this, I saw one recently at Good Will for $5. Am currently using a Pasta Machine and a cut to size $ Store plastic cutting board and rolling it through, currently, but the embossing folders buckle. Plus the cutting board will eventually need replacing probably. Only have a few of each I got from Aliexpress, as I am new at this, but enjoying myself. Not sure if all of the parts that are needed are at the Good Will and it may be gone by now, but thought I'd ask. Hope to hear from you before I go again...

[@rescuesk9s]

Rest in peace? Is she no longer with us?

[@newworld244]

I had got one of these at a reasonable price and went out to get the thin dies. Didn't work! But nobody had told me what a shim was! Thank you so much for enlightening me. I will now have a go, fingers crossed!

[@lynnbehnke6910]

My Big Shot broke. Until Stampin' Up! comes out with their new cut and emboss machine in a few months, I don't want to spend over $100 on a new Big Shot, so I ordered the little Side Kick for $27. However, I couldn't figure out how to emboss a card front with it, since it's so small. I would never have thought of bringing out this old guy. Thanks so much!

[@tinaburnette7920]

I was just given this original machine and many dies to go with! I'm a Diamond Press user and I have a Cricut Joy, but I think I'm going to love to use this machine as it has many dies that I don't have and I can use a lot of bigger things than I currently can. I'm going to get my husband to cut some chipboard that will work with the size of the cutting pad! You have helped me so much! Have a blessed day!

[@offairhead]

Thank you so much. I used to work at a couple different churches and had access to massive, industrial die cutting machines and miss the fun I used to have with them. I am now a school but driver and want to decorate my bus. I wasn’t sure which sizzix I wanted and I have been trying to figure out what the the differences are. I greatly appreciate your turorial!

[@mljezierski]

Thanks so much for the video. My mom was into scrapbooking and had the old red machine and a few dies. She passed away and I inherited it. Had no idea how to use it or what other dies I can use with it. Now I do. Thanks again.

[@sandradove4099]

What a lovely woman so patient to help other Bless you xx

[@janetnelson1210]

Good job, Leslie. I am also and "old" die cutter and have all the machines. What I like about the original Sizzix die cutting machine and I won't get rid of it is the fact that you don't have to crank it. Sometimes, my wrists argue with me with the constant rotating (if that makes sense). Pulling the handle down alleviates that. Hugs to you.

[@patriciavillere927]

This is a great video - I have this old machine and tons of dies. I just forgot how to use it! Thank You!

[@annskipper1275]

I have had mine f since they first came out! Glad for the refresher course! Thanks for the complete instructions with the newer dies, etc!

[@karenburks9821]

Leslie, great video as always. I bought one of these with some of the yellow, green and red dies at a yard sale and never could get it to cut for me all the way. Now I know to try again. I know what I was doing wrong. I am excited to try it again. Once again, I absolutely love your videos. They are so helpful to me. You explain everything so that it is easily understandable and are always such a joy to watch. I eagerly look forward to each new video.

[@messageinafold]

+Karen Burks Thank you, Karen, for your kind comment. Woo Hoo! I am beyond thrilled to learn that my video has helped you to understand your yard sale purchase. :D The Original Sizzix takes a little bit of getting used to. Especially with the wafer thin dies and the Spellbinders. It is all about the "shimming". Once you figure that out then the mystery of the Original Sizzix machine will be gone forever :D. Go...explore, have fun, experiment....most of all have FUN! Leslie

[@joseangelwing4089]

Thank you for taking the time to share how to use the old machine with some of the new dies. Thank you very much!!!

[@lasinmt106]

Thank you for your demonstration of so many dies with this older Sizzix machine today. I was looking just for this. I invested the last year plus on numerous of the sizzix alphabets that come in those long narrow boxes that worked like your tag you made today. So I debated buying one of these machines because I have 6 embossing machines of various brands and sizes two electric even and really hard to convince myself of yet another. BUT turns out some of my alphabet dies were warping severely going through any of my machines after a few times and without a lot of pressure and no shims or super thin paper stock shims even. SO I wasn't familiar with this machine but had picked up that these dies worked with a machine that pressed down with even pressure on them not ROLLED them through rollers. And so rather than see my wonderful alphabet dies ruined I went to KZbin and yours was the first up on my search. Perfect timing. I already ordered the least expensive but like new red machine with a pad for under 50 today. And then ordered a NEW converter adapter for just under 14 to go with it. I can also order a new pad for 21. I thought I'd wait until I see the machine with pad to see if it needs a new one or it's still good. In the photo it didn't show any wear or use but maybe on the other side it is or they also had it inserted under the machine part way so you could not see entirely the top of the white pad. I didn't want to spend so much but another set I was interested in that included yet two more full sets of alphabets I didn't have but didnt need was a great value but was missing the converter despite the box showing the converter was originally included with that set. So in the end I made the best choice for myself and I plan to just use this machine for the alphabets I enjoy cutting. And no warping. Now where will I store this big ole red monster? Right I just cleared a drawer for storing my newest hobby freshies for the molds...I think that drawer will be perfect for the red machine as it's deep in length and depth both. And the freshies...I've only got two dies to date so they will be able to find a better spot...and I moved the scents to a new drawer in the basement to I wasn't smelling their light air leakage and what better place but to keep the freshies scents and molds and yes aroma pellets all in one big drawer together. It's a plan. Love you share your older equipment with us newbies. (OK I'm now into my 70's...but new to the die cutting/embossing world. And explains how I ended up with so many different machines too. PS I don't like my electric machines. I have arthritis in my wrists and a few fingers so thought that was the way to go. In the end I prefer the hand crank it. Also bought a BIG machine and decided needed a small one then a smaller yet one for traveling. OH MY GOSH there went a big hunk of that stimulus money. Thank you Uncle Sam !!!! I so needed a new interest or two or three to keep my mind off the world virus troubles. Now I need more to keep my mind off the world Ukraine Blues. I'm planning on making sunflower freshies in yellow/golds and cyan blues by the way in honor of those brave peace loving people. No I do not sell usually items I make...I do gift a lot. I think sometimes folks go OH NO HIDE she's coming with who knows what to share.....LOL. Keep crafting ladies and gents.....stay safe too!

[@kathughett]

This is a wonderful video. I just got an original Sizzix machine and four dies for $2.00 (not a typo) at a thrift store 2 days ago. Two months ago I got an entire rolling case of the smaller Sizzix dies which is probably worth hundreds of dollars for only $36.00 at a thrift store. My husband is actually the one that spotted them first. He's always watching out for crafting supplies for me. This is the first time using one. Your information was so helpful. Thank you.

[@messageinafold]

Congratulations Kate!!! What a DEAL, and to have a husband that spies bargains....girl you are fortunate :D I'm glad to have been of help to you in using your Original Sizzix Machine. You will LOVE it when you use it. Heavy as all get out but that thing works great. I appreciate you watching my video and leaving a comment. Leslie

[@jaretaylor5615]

You are so good. You have great explanations of all these dies. I just bought my FIRST die cutting machine. THE OLD RED ONE ORIGINAL hey it's knew to me. hahahaha. I love your sense of humor. Thank you so much. I haven't tried it yet. ...Miss Jeri

[@sharonpeterson2378]

This video popped up and it's been years since I've used that Sizzix but still have it and the smaller thinner dies. Now I'm inspired to dig this one out. I wondered if the thinner dies could be used because sometimes I'm not as happy with the Big Shot as I should be. It was definitely calibrated wrong for the thinnest dies. Thank you for this video.

[@dibright1445]

This was the best video. I loved how you explained everything in such great, but not boring, detail. I also liked how you showed the 2 different angles. I got 2 at a second hand store and I had no idea how to use it, now I do. Thank you so much for sharing. By the way, cute pajamas 🤗.

[@Spicifiy1]

I've found 3 Sidekicks at Value Village over the years for $2.99 ea. My hubby found the original "Big Red" there last year but it didn't have the cutting plate or converter. I found the cutting plate a couple of months ago. Today he found another machine WITH the converter for $6.99 (minus 20%). The converter alone is listed for $30 on ebay. The machine alone is $25 + $24-$38 for shipping. Your video is very thorough & totally helpful.

[@anneclark9508]

Thank you so much. I had forgotten that I had one of these and found it when cleaning up my basement. You have inspired me to get it out and get to work.

[@AlaskaCraftyGalVictoria]

Great video and great advice! I saw one of these with a bunch of dyes at my local thrift store cheap! I wasn't sure how to use it so I didn't buy it. Now, thanks to your video I'm going back to see if it's still available. Very informative and useful. Thank you so much! I've seen the long sizzix strips too. They would work too I think as long as you moved your cutting white base along with it. Might buy one and try. They have a lot of them there for cheap!

[@StitchingtoHealMary]

I learned a lot from your video. I just bought an old sizzex with many dies and some embossing. I will enjoy it. Thank you so much.

[@janicejackson8333]

Leslie thanks for the video. I have this same original sizzix machine and the problem you are having with the thin dies not cutting all the way through the first time, is because the silicone mat is used for embossing not for cutting.

[@ruthportway5198]

Hi Leslie, Good demo and thank you for such a thorough demo to help people buying the original Sissix at garage sales or boot fairs as we call them in the UK I still have the red, yellow and green sissix dies which work well with my eBosser. They are great for leather and thick materials. Like you I have had many different die cutters over the years, the original red sissix, the purple wizard which was very light weight but noisy when you cranked it, my faithful cuttlebone, the eBosser which was reintroduced as the cut n’boss and have recently bought the Snap as my Cuttlebug was getting inconsistent. I have just been using the curved rectangle dies you showed, with my Snap for the vintage themed Christmas cards I am making samples of.

[@carmenvega7807]

I've had one of these since they came out and have never used it. This was so helpful. Thank you!

[@joannlee7239]

I just bought one of those old machines at a thrift store. New in box and I paid $5. Thanks for the suggestions on adapting other dies.

[@marykimnance1110]

Leslie, thank you so much for making this video. Lol and yes you did pronounce my last name correct. I'm so excited now that I have your video to refer to when needed. Not only will I be able to craft with it but I can add it to my exercise routine. :) Thank you again and I look forward to more inspiring videos. Mary Kim

[@messageinafold]

+Mary Kim Nance Thank you, Mary Kim, I'm glad I was able to help you with your new purchase :D. Yes, you will tone up your bicep muscles of one arm :D at least. I hope you have a blast in your crafting area as you find new ways to be creative. Leslie

[@1948sukie]

Mary Kim Nance bbfsw

[@1948sukie]

Hi Leslie, a fantastic video, you cannot beat the old tools, it's solid indestructible, and a very adaptable machine why by another at £70 a time sometimes more. I have had my original machine longer than you and I swear by it. You have at last shown me how to use the black Sizzix block, can' t think of the name just now. I didn't realise it was magnetic!!! It was not in the instructions and I have puzzled for hours trying to work how it fitted and gave up. Because I have watched this video I can now use the host of freebie dies I have given with magazines. I wasn't prepared to spend all that extra money for a bigger machine. Us oldies do not have the money to keep changing machines just because a new style die has come out. Sue uk

[@StanleyFamily10]

I absolutely love watching your videos. you are so funny, inspiring, and I am learning a lot from you. thank you for being on Facebook. hugs from Texas

[@kathycox6967]

Thank you for this video. I have one of these and it was shoved to the side when the "new" machines came into my craft room. It was good to be reminded that the old things still have purpose. I was exasperated when the Tim Holtz dies would not fit but if you purchased the bigshot then they would work. Of course I fell for that. :)

[@messageinafold]

+Kathy Cox Thank you, Kathy Cox, for your comment. Like you, I shoved my machine into a cupboard after I purchased the Big Shot to be able to use the bigger dies. I really enjoyed getting that heavy thing out once more for this video. Leslie

[@janisflynn2238]

Outstanding demo. Extremely useful. Many thanks!

[@joanneharrison899]

Thankyou, this is really useful. Can you help with using the sizzix paddle pubches with the original sizzix machine?

[@krisperez619]

Thank you for this video. I finally have straight answers about what I can and can't do with the old machine.

[@Bootoyou298]

Hi Leslie really enjoyed this video not because I have one of these ( I had a cuttlebug first and now the teal sizzix too) but because you are so enthusiastic kind and helpful. I hope the lady that managed to get one of these has some success and enjoys using it. Getting up at 4.00 am with the answer Lol.. Interesting that this was the original and not that long ago either and now so many manual die cutting machines available and electric ones too.Looking forward to Wednesday see you then. Boo

[@messageinafold]

+Bootoyou298 Hey, Boo. You are right, it is crazy the different kinds of die cutting machines that are available today. Thank you for your kind words over my attempt to help the woman with her recent purchase. I had fun working that machine once again :D I have a Library Pocket Tag video coming on Wednesday. Sadly, I did not give you the credit for the idea of making pockets. I will be sure to on the next round. I have a bunch of ideas that I have used in the past. Later my friend - Leslie

[@karodora]

Just came across your video which is great to see Old Sizzix Red being used. When cutting the thin wafer-thin dies (like the hinge die you cut), make sure the card stock and the cutting edge of the die are down--facing the cutting plate. If a shim is required, put it on top,of the die. The reason for this is to avoid the die being pressed against the steel adapter, which is not good for the die and will scratch and mark the adapter. Sent to you from The Voice of (bad) Experience.

[@messageinafold]

Thank you, Karodora! Thank you for this AWESOME information. So sorry you had to learn it the hard way :-/ though. Hey, failure (or bad experience) is the way life says "Try that again but differently" :D I greatly appreciate you taking the time to watch one of my videos and leave your fabulous comment. Leslie

[@rescuesk9s]

Thanks for doing this video. I unearthed this monster from my craft room. It had been buried in there for so long that I don't even remember getting it.

[@helenterwellen1118]

thank you Leslie, that was very informative and actually saved me lots of money. thanks again

[@messageinafold]

Thank you, Helen, for watching my video and leaving your great comment. I appreciate you taking the time to do so...letting me know that I have saved you some $$$$. YES! :D Leslie

[@jjsan5970]

Thank you!!! I'm getting new supplies for my original red sissix machine!!! This was very good use of my time.

[@Jewels67]

I'm so glad I could use some Spellbinders dies as I really like the frames and want to add them to my mini albums! Thanks for posting this video!

[@messageinafold]

+Julie Lacourse Thank you, Julie Lacourse, for watching my video on using the Original Sizzix machine. It will be a bit of a struggle at first with your Spellbinders. When you get the shimming figured out then you will be off like a rocket! :D Enjoy your creative time with your tools :D Leslie

[@dawnb1715]

Thank you for making this video. I am giving my Sissix and some dies to my grand daughter and I have totally forgotten how to use it!! Have a great day!!! :)

[@messageinafold]

Thank you, Dawn, for letting me know that you are passing on your creative tools to the next generation. I'm so happy that my video has been a reminder for you as the two of you play around with an "oldie but a goodie" :D I appreciate you taking the time to watch my video and leave your generous comment. Leslie

[@annettepaulretired]

Excellent, thorough instruction! Thanks!!!

[@katrinataylor349]

Thank you! Getting one of these on Sat. and wanted to know if I could use the thin dies. You answered all my questions and more! You rock! THANK YOU!

[@messageinafold]

+Katrina Taylor Thank you, Katrina Taylor, for letting me know you are about to be the proud owner of an oldie but a goodie :-) Original Sizzix machine. Play with it for a little while until you figure out the "shimming" needed to get the proper cuts for thin dies. My hope for you is that you enjoy being creative with this new tool and you get to hear "You Rock", as well. Thank you for that :D Leslie

[@nanasoell]

Can you use the older die patterns in the new sizzix machines. Someone gave me a bunch of the older dies!

[@elizabeththompson8859]

Thank you SO much, I've had this for a couple of years. I'm definitely going to use this ❣️

[@fun2create]

Thank you so much for this video. I have everything I need, just wasn't sure how to use it. Thanks a bunch!

[@dinapreuss1922]

Leslie passed away in 2018. =0(

[@ticalinda64]

I know you recorded this video long time ago but I just loved it because my sister gave me this machine a few days ago and I was wondering how to use it and I found your video. You explained the usage of it very clearly and I´m so thankful for that. By the way, I´m from Costa Rica.

[@VeganDoris]

Thank you - this is so helpful! I am thinking of buying a used Sizzix red machine on eBay so I wanted to see how it works.

[@pearlhudson8317]

boy i'm glad things have improved that looks like work. it was a very interesting video as i didn't know anything existed before the cuttle bug. i bought a big shot myself and wouldn't have an other. nice PJ's by the way. you are truly devoted.best wishes.

[@messageinafold]

+pearl hudson Thank you, Pearl. I don't know about the "devoted" part. It is more like I don't pay attention to the camera monitor more than to make sure what I am showing is not out of the camera view. Background stuff was not much concern to me....until I began the editing part and had a few choice...not so ladylike....words to say about my dumb A$$. LOL

[@pearlhudson8317]

hahaha. you still got the job done. all good.

[@sheilamartin1759]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Very informative.

[@messageinafold]

Thank you, Sheila, for taking the time to watch my video and leave a comment. I appreciate you. Leslie

[@mickeyjoscraftshack2552]

Hello again Leslie, well you replied to my post but when I came back here to write another msg mine is not showing up. Not sure what KZbin did with it. I'm the one that bought the Sizzex for my niece. Well she came up this weekend and was so disappointed because we could not get it to cut the Heartfelt die she had bought. She did use my BigShot and cut several out. But if you still have your Sizzex and just so happen to have one or a big long thin die. We had no problem using a small die like you show here. We really needed an extra plexiglass piece to make a sandwich. Each time we tired it cut on front part going through the machine and nothing else. We left die in machine and pushed handle down like 5 times in each spot. We put extra shims still only cut that front area. I was thinking hmmm maybe the die was a lemon. So I used it in my Big Shot to see if it would but at all. It did just fine . If by chance you have a thin little die about the size of 4 x 6 Just guessing as she is back in GA now. Help if you can.

[@messageinafold]

Thank you, Mickey Jo, I'm sorry your niece is having trouble with her Sizzix machine and the thin dies. I didn't try any of the thin dies that have intricate pieces with them so I will have to give that a try. YAY YOU! Her favorite Aunt saved the day for her by getting the cuts done on the Big Shot! At least all was not lost. I will see what I can do to replicate the problem your niece had and how to fix it. Hugs - Leslie

[@mickeyjoscraftshack2552]

thanks can you send me a link when you do.

[@riniabraham5579]

Thank you Leslie!! Loved the video. My hubby bought me one of these but it came without the white cutting pad. I’m not sure where to get one. The ones I’m finding seem to say they are compatible with the newer versions of the sizzix machines. Pls help!

[@sarahmendez6675]

so the spellbinder dies can be used in the old sizzix machine? i have the old red sizzix machine and i tried selling it multiple times but no one wants it 😩. so i still have it but i do like alot of the spellbinder dies. if i can use them on this machine, heck ill keep it.

[@tachar]

Wow that looks like a huge workout. I am lazy and spoiled with my bigshot. You are not old ( my opinion anyway ) and you have much to teach and share with us. great video big hugs :)

[@messageinafold]

+Shelly M Thank you, Shelly, for your kindness. I am only as old as I feel and most days I don't feel much older than your Will :D Most days. There are days that I think I am getting up there with Methuselah :/. It was fun getting reacquainted with that old machine. How are you coming with getting your crafty corner ready for creativity to happen? :D Love you my friend - Leslie

[@flbrenda]

Thank you for the video, very informative. You answered all the questions I had about this machine.

[@messageinafold]

+flbrenda Thank you, flbrenda, for letting me know that I had answered your questions about the Original Sizzix machine. For as old as it is, it still really good for general die cutting. Leslie

[@marthamurphy3913]

Cool! I've seen several of these at thrift stores. Is the system converter supposed to come with it? Can the machine flatten bottle caps?

[@sallyjoligocki5011]

I purchased some red dies at good will looked for the press could not find one. I want one. Will look on easy. Thank you for the video

[@darylbottema-adkins7957]

Thanks Leslie… Great video!

[@hilaryshambaugh7559]

Hello Leslie! Thank you so much for your tutorial, it helped immensely. Your a gem ta!

[@elizabeththompson8859]

Did you use the system converter for the Spellbinders too?

[@asaericsson1100]

Hi! I just found this old one in a thrift shop where I live in Stockholm. It was hard to find information on what is needed and what I can do with it can do. Took a lot of time googling - but then I found your video which is what I needed! I wonder, is the converter only there to adjust the height or is it something special to it? Could it work with anything else that is hard enough? Thanks

[@messageinafold]

Thank you, Asa, for taking the time to watch my video and leave your great comment. The converter plate is necessary to use on the thin dies. Since Sizzix doesn't make that piece any longer I don't know what you can use instead. Whatever you use will need to be very sturdy to take the pressure necessary to cut all of the thin dies. Wafer type, the new thin dies, and any of the thin steel ruled dies. Maybe a good piece of hard wood that can go under the pressure head. I'm sorry that I am not of much help to you. I appreciate you taking the time to let me know of your newest acquisition in your creative space. Leslie

[@lindaanderson3445]

my friend got one from good will and now I can show her how to use it! TFS

[@messageinafold]

Thank you Linda Anderson for watching my video and leaving a comment. I am thrilled to be a help to your friend who has found her new tool from the Goodwill. I appreciate you.

[@shaunaraemaxwell9810]

I have the big red machine And lot of dies but my cut plate is missing. Have you ever tried to use the "Big Red" sizzic on the newer big shot?

[@sandras.3560]

I still have my red Sizzix. I got a trolley for it when I ordered it from Sizzix long long ago. And I still hav my alphabets in extra boxes in an extra bag for on top of the trolley. I remeber how I fell in love wirh that machine and couldnt get it anywhete here in germany or europe.

[@cherylscolourjam]

It always come to you in the middle of the night, using the shims, will it work for the spellbinders and the bigshot, I always have trouble with the majestic dies not cutting on each end, great video.

[@messageinafold]

+Cheryl Ogilvy Cheryl, I always have trouble with the Spellbinder dies on my Big Shot. I can get them to cut but I am not very successful with getting the embossed edges that are the best feature of those dies. You may have to fiddle with your shimming of the Majestic dies on your Big Shot. Try turning them over so the cutting edges are against the hard surface of the platform. Also, I've had to purchase new acrylic plates for my Big Shot because my old ones are so warped and out of shape. Leslie

[@cherylscolourjam]

Thanks Leslie, I used to use a metal shim with my normal bigshot platform, with the magnetic platform can't use it. Too thick, really warps the plates. I don't use the embossing mats found they were more of a nuisance. So I might have to use some card stock in my stack to cut it. Catch next time

[@veronicamills5417]

Looks fun to play with those old toys

[@kathymylchreest5711]

Where can l buy the white plate and cutting dies for the original sissex red machine please. Thankyou x

[@peggyboyer1521]

Do you need to replace the plate if it gets many grooves?

[@lourdesbravo8962]

Hello, can you tell me where you bought your dies?

[@FootFrenzied]

Do these cut fabric or only paper?

[@mariejones726]

Thank you for this information. Brought recently at consignment shop for $5.00. had not idea how to use it.

[@sherryfahrni39]

Thank you so much. Do you know how to use the adapter? They came with my used sizzix . You have really helped me. But the adapters have me confused. Thank you for sharing!,,

[@nellcourt8928]

Thanks for doing this. I appreciate it very much

[@carriethompson9826]

I love how you are showing the dies you are talking about that will and will not work. How much are the dies? I see this on FacbookMarket, but cannot afford to spend a lot for dies. Considering it.

[@Jerseyinkedmom]

The large metal piece on my press is falling off do you know how to fix it? Also,. Check Facebook market place for the old sizzex dies.

[@mandijones4995]

Will the old dies cut leather? The ones that have the 3 sizes

[@lindaharry3128]

Thank you very much. A big help!!

[@All.New.Maggie.Who.]

I just purchased one at a rummage to try it out. Now for my question when I press down on the handle no pressure on the die. Can the pressure be adjusted? I watched a video so I should be using it correctly? Any suggestions?

[@riniabraham5579]

Maggie T use a shim- add cardboard or several sheets of cardstock.

[@mrsbee5056]

I bought a die cutting machine in the UK for 5GBP.It works with all and any of the templates which I bought from China for between 99p to 2-99 each. I make my own cards anyway, just as a hobby so it is fun for me when I get time plus I had all the coloured paper and card that I picked up in Lidl.Crelando was2-99 for a large square book of card and the same for matching paper. I wouldn't recommend buying sissix. Its a bit like buying a betamax video player. PS. My pasta Maker makes perfect embossing on a4 paper, and cuts the dies too. Its the same machine. Mine qas about a tenner ina sale, but new.

[@Victoria19572]

Hi Leslie, I just happened to come across your site, and boy did this bring back OLD MEMORIES. This was the First machine I had, and I THINK I still have it. I have had almost every die cutting machine since. Just asking, but on the Wafer Thin dies, didn't we have to use the white ejection foam on them first? I have tons of Sizzlits, and the rectangle ones to. I have a few Embosslits but never used them. My memory is NOT what it use to be, but if you still have the letter from the woman who wrote you, she can go to her search bar and put in Online Garage Sale? IF I am remembering right, there are all kinds of people that have crafts and EVERYTHING they sell on line, and she may be able to find her dies for this machine for super cheap. I have the red, the yellow and the green old dies, like yours, but I think they are packed away in the basement. If I can find them and you have a email or can email me, I would be happy to try and find them and give them to her (the ones I don't want to keep) I have so many dies I have to get rid of some. I forgot all about these until I came across your video. Your a sweetheart to help this woman. Life is all about Paying it Forward. I remember the first woman who helped me, about 20 yrs ago when I broke my back and was home bound with nothing to do. Crafting saved my sanity. SO let me know. Blessings, Victoria PS. I subscribed and THUMBS UP!

[@anuvarghese7048]

Hi Victoria, I recently picked up a red machine, and this video was so so so helpful! If you still have extra dies you do not need, I would gladly take them. Please message me if you canat : [e-mail]

[@elizabethharris9187]

Will this cut fabric?

[@lyndasoar4345]

Brilliant info, well delivered :) thx

[@thekromekitty]

Just picked up one of these today! Thanks !!

[@Yvonneb_]

I dont have any die cut machines yet as they are so expensive but I wonder if I could maybe get one of these original sizzix any cheaper, I live in the UK so most craft items are expensive. xx

[@messageinafold]

+Yvonne B Thank you for watching my video. The Original Sizzix machine has kind of been relegated to the deep dark recesses of our craft rooms since all the new and improved machines have come along. It might be worth your time to check out rummage sales, boot sales, and thrift shops to see if anyone has gotten rid of their old clunker. It is one HEAVY tool, I kid you not. The reason for this video was a subscriber had found one at a yard sale and got it for next to nothing and was not familiar with it. I appreciate you. Leslie

[@wandamariaaponte2538]

You are too funny! I haven't laughed so hard in a while. thanks for your videos.

[@messageinafold]

+Wanda Maria Aponte Thank you, Wanda Maria, for your kind comment on my videos. I'm happy to have made you laugh :D as well as learn something from my videos. I appreciate you. Leslie

[@minetteh1001]

Thank you for making this video. btw i never seen purple sizzix dies before :) I also have the filmstrip. Love it. I made a embossing mat from a cheap mouse mat.

[@messageinafold]

+agrotv scrapp Thank you for watching my video and leaving a comment. The purple Sizzix dies are not as common as the red, I don't know the reason behind that. Maybe they were made for fabrics long, long, before they started making it known that all of the steel ruled dies can be used on fabric. I just don't know. TOTALLY COOL that you have found a way to use an old mouse mat to work with your Sizzix dies! Woo Hoo! Leslie

[@juliahernandez4831]

Am missing the base cutting pad how can I order online or Amazon. , t

[@maemichon8682]

S what new machine can i still use the old die cutteron i have the original sizzer machine and would like to up grade

[@lindawatt3483]

Hi can I use the red dies in the bigshot machines

[@madetoorder2010]

I have this machine, but I can find the embossed folders, can you help me please with information where to buy?? also your video is very helpful.

[@ThankfulRain]

I picked one up at a thrift for $5 and it has tons of does, but they are all large or thin and I don't have the magnet attachment so I can't use it at all 😞

[@sangeetaarora8307]

Hi dear i want to ask u that if I am using creased pad is it any side i have care

[@sassejanify]

can you cut leather? and whats the thickest material you can cut

[@guaranteedallauthentic6074]

I guess that white cutting pad is way BETTER than cutting pads today

[@mrsbee5056]

That looks such a fuss. Could you do the same thing with a rolling pin? Position your shape cut side up then roll over it?

[@mooncatandberyl5372]

Super Mum lol! No no no! Die cutting machines use a lot of pressure, more pressure than human arms can produce.

[@robloxparadise3105]

I absolutely CANNOT get thinlets to cut on this machine. I have become very frustrated. Tried shims double cutting pads the converter does not cut. Any help ?