Die Cut Machines Add to Your Crafting Fun

A die cut machine is a well known tool for the crafts of scrapbooking and cardmaking. It can be used for many more craft projects as well. It is basically used to cut out all types of shapes, images, lettering and more. The price of these machines can be as low as $60 to as high as $500 or more. You can ask most hobbyists who own one of these machines whether they enjoy using it and you will receive a resounding yes!

These devices can be manual, electronic or even computerized. Manual cutting machines and many electronic die cut machines are small enough to be portable. Some computerized versions may also be small enough, yet they would need a computer hookup too.

Manual Die Cut Machine

A manual machine is normally easy and fun to use. Many people prefer it because of its portability. A well known brand is the Cuttlebug Manual. Newcomers to the scrapbooking hobby may start out with it. Cuttlebug machines start at around $65. There is even a “Cuttlekids” machine made just for children to use.

Electronic Die Cut Machine

There are numerous top brands of electronic (requires electricity for use) die cutting machines. Well known brand names include Sizzix and Cricut. Some are small enough to be portable, others may be to large to cart around. Electronic versions usually offer more versatility than the manual.

Electronic machines normally have a wide selection of cartridges, tools and accessories that allow the hobbyist to easily cut all types of images, shapes, and fonts using a variety of materials for their craft projects. Most are easy to operate. Depending on the hobbyist’s enthusiasm as well as their budget, they can choose buy an electronic model at prices starting at around $75 and go as high as over $500.

Computer Die Cut Machine

A computerized machine can be very simple or intricate. It’s ease of use may depend on the user’s computer background, therefore a novice computer user may not want to buy a digital cutting machine if they are looking for an easy machine to use. Many computer machines like the Xyron Wishblade digital cutter offer numerous Print-and-Cut and Create-and-Cut software programs for creative projects. Some machines even have internet sites where you can download the software programs for even more creativity.

If scrapbooking, cardmaking or other cut-out type of hobbies are enjoyed. You may wish to add to your enjoyment by purchasing a die cut machine. This could increase your creativity and save you time so you can make even more imaginative crafts.