mely
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Post by mely on Dec 27, 2016 15:25:30 GMT
I have a Carl rotary trimmer and it's cutting crooked. I tried flipping the mat but it's still cutting a curved line. I prefer portable but the number one criteria is cutting a straight line. It's been a while since I shopped for a trimmer so any help is appreciated
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Post by carolynhasacat on Dec 27, 2016 15:37:21 GMT
I like Fiskar's trimmers the best. I know they're not supposed to be the best cutters, but I find them super easy to use.
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Post by dulcemama on Dec 27, 2016 15:40:31 GMT
I have a Fiskars trimmer for portable and a Cutterpiller for my main trimmer. I love my Cutterpiller and like my Fiskars. The Fiskars cuts a little wonky but I'm used to how it cuts and can usually compensate.
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Post by mely on Dec 27, 2016 15:56:58 GMT
I used to have the cutterpillar I think - green? But gave it away a few years back. I don't think they make them anymore
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Post by freeatlast on Dec 27, 2016 16:08:58 GMT
Fiskars ProCision continues to be my absolute favorite. I've owned them all and the only one that cuts straight on a consistent basis is the ProCision. Amazon has it available with Prime shipping for $65.
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Post by grammadee on Dec 27, 2016 16:27:35 GMT
Fiskars ProCision continues to be my absolute favorite. I've owned them all and the only one that cuts straight on a consistent basis is the ProCision. Amazon has it available with Prime shipping for $65. this might be the one I have. It is solid enough to be my main trimmer, has a grid & a hold down plastic flap to help ensure a straight cut, and it folds up for transportation to crops. Love it! |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 27, 2016 16:35:47 GMT
For portables, I have the SU trimmer and the Cutterpillar crop. Both are okay, but I can't get them to cut perfectly straight. My tonic guillotine is my monster that has consistently cut straight for over a decade.
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Post by nancydrew on Dec 27, 2016 16:39:02 GMT
Another vote here for the Fiskars ProCision!! I absolutely love mine!
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mely
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Post by mely on Dec 27, 2016 17:58:26 GMT
Ok that looks BIG! I have a ginormous 2 foot cutter I got when calumet went out of business that looks like it works the same way. But it's really big. Is there no portable option left?
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Post by grammadee on Dec 27, 2016 18:10:51 GMT
Ok that looks BIG! I have a ginormous 2 foot cutter I got when calumet went out of business that looks like it works the same way. But it's really big. Is there no portable option left? It measures about 20x20" when flat, but it folds to about 10x20" for transport to crops. |
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Post by nicolep on Dec 27, 2016 18:39:05 GMT
I am old school and boring when it comes to my trimmer. I still have 2 of the original Fiskars trimmers and just buy new blades and ever now and then. Works perfectly fine for me.   |
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Post by JaneB on Dec 27, 2016 18:49:23 GMT
I've just ordered a Fiskars Surecut, which should be here tomorrow. I was watching Ali Edwards' videos and she uses the one with the wire but because of how I use my hands, I'm not able to look down to see straight. This might work better for me I think - and perhaps I'll know later tomorrow...
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Post by cbscrapper on Dec 27, 2016 18:56:29 GMT
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Post by Elsabelle on Dec 27, 2016 19:15:50 GMT
I have the fiskars SureCut Deluxe. I think it cuts well, but I don't like how fast the blades become dull. I feel like I'm always replacing them. I also have a Making Memories paper trimmer. It still cuts so well, but I prefer a paper trimmer like the Fiskars where I can stop cutting and lift the blade away and I don't have to cut through the entire length of the paper. |
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Post by mely on Dec 27, 2016 20:44:02 GMT
I put the precision trimmer on my wishlist and now I'm looking at the surecut. I'm half tempted to use my silhouette just to cut a straight line...
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Post by natlhol on Dec 28, 2016 1:00:50 GMT
My husband gave me 2 trimmers for Christmas. He said that I can keep both or return one of them. One is the Tonic Super trimmer and the other is a Fiskars. I've had the Fiskars type before and it's okay.
I have no experience with the Tonic and looked online for reviews. Does anyone have this kind? And are the blades hard to find? I couldn't find them online either. The trimmer has orange accents and the blades are orange.
Thanks!
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Post by 950nancy on Dec 28, 2016 1:06:32 GMT
Fiskars ProCision continues to be my absolute favorite. I've owned them all and the only one that cuts straight on a consistent basis is the ProCision. Amazon has it available with Prime shipping for $65. I have this one and the Carl (mine is still working well). You can find it at Michaels for $60 with a 50% off coupon. |
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Post by mikklynn on Dec 28, 2016 3:30:30 GMT
Before you replace your Carl trimmer, have you replaced the cutting mat (blade runs along it)? Here is what I mean: link |
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Post by amom23 on Dec 28, 2016 3:39:39 GMT
I love and swear by the Tonic trimmers.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 28, 2016 4:18:42 GMT
I know some Fiskars are rotary, and some are straight blade push-down and some are straight-blade bypass. Has anyone worked w/the different kinds of Fiskars and have a recommendation about which works better in different instances?
I have a cutterpede rotary blade and the frame is old and the pull out arm is wonky so it makes my cuts on a slight angle that drives me bats w/certain papers.
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Post by grammadee on Dec 28, 2016 14:48:10 GMT
I know some Fiskars are rotary, and some are straight blade push-down and some are straight-blade bypass. Has anyone worked w/the different kinds of Fiskars and have a recommendation about which works better in different instances? I have a cutterpede rotary blade and the frame is old and the pull out arm is wonky so it makes my cuts on a slight angle that drives me bats w/certain papers. The Procision has a push down rotary blade, and because the whole platform folds out, there is a grid to line up the edge of your paper, so when you put down the clear plastic flap to hold the paper in place, you can do one more check before cutting. For cutting, I have trouble with the ones with the fold out measuring arm and the fixed blade, because (a) I have trouble getting an accurate measurement, (b) and trouble setting the paper in completely straight, and (c) the fixed blade sometimes pulls at the paper to move it off line. To score a line (say for cards), I like the fixed blade models, because they have a groove that can be used for that. (the ProCision cuts right at the edge of the platform) BTW, the Fiskars fixed blade trimmers drive me crazy trying to replace a blade because all the blades look the same in the store, but they don't all fit into a particular trimmer (which all look pretty similar, too) |
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Post by JaneB on Dec 29, 2016 7:11:32 GMT
My Fiskars arrived yesterday afternoon - but I couldn't open the parcel until my husband came home to help me! I've had a little look at it and as soon as the light improves here I'm off to try it out. Impressions so far - it's lovely  It feels quite sturdy but not too heavy for me to move around, as I thought I can see the cut line easier because it's on the side, not down the middle of the groove. The test will be if I can cut something to the right size! I'll update later when I've had a little play |
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Post by anniefb on Dec 29, 2016 8:59:45 GMT
I have a Tonic Studios small base guillotine which I really like.
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Post by caspad on Dec 29, 2016 18:11:13 GMT
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Post by scrapaddict702 on Dec 29, 2016 22:06:51 GMT
I used to have the cutterpillar I think - green? But gave it away a few years back. I don't think they make them anymore They are still made. I just got the Cutterpillar Crop on black friday. I love it! It's a smaller version of the Pro so it's much more economical when it comes to space. I'm so happy that I got it. Hobby Lobby carries the Pro in store and Joann's carries it online. |
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Post by 950nancy on Dec 30, 2016 2:54:07 GMT
I often cut 4-5 x 7's out of a piece of paper and the rotaries just can't do that. I have two rotaries that I use often, but I have to keep the wiggle blade one too. |
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Post by JaneB on Dec 31, 2016 18:53:51 GMT
Two days later... I didn't realise it takes me so long to do anything  Yesterday I wasn't so sure I'd made a good choice; my first attempts were - messy. It didn't like cutting when pushing the blade away from me, but I managed clean cuts when pulling the blade towards me. I think that is more to do with the limitations of my hands and the amount of pressure I can exert more than a fault with the cutter itself. This morning... I made a New Year's card, exclusively cut the with the new trimmer, and now I think it's great!   The light wasn't brilliant today, and orange walls don't help. For the first time ever I had success using crop marks. As I thought, I can see to line them up along the metal edge because it's on the side, rather than looking down the middle of a groove. Consistent, straight lines; usually one edge goes off at a tangent! Pulling the blade towards me gives me a clean cut, no distressed edges. The score blade works well too, though I have to turn the cutter around for it to reach right to the edge because the cutting blade stops it travelling the length of the card. However, if you're good with your hands and can hold paper steady you probably wouldn't need to use the edge anyway, and you'd be fine. Or you'd be able to reach the other side of the trimmer - I've got short arms! The metal guide holds the paper firmly, there's not a lot of movement when you hold it down. The rubber feet work well, and I tend to have polished surfaces because I like objects to slide easily. Conclusion: for the money I think it's a good choice and certainly makes straight lines easier. I just wish I had a bit more strength...
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Post by susanstwins on Jan 5, 2017 14:54:39 GMT
I've had my Genesis trimmer for like 10 years and I love it. Not even sure they make them anymore. (sorry that doesn't help)
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Post by infochick on Jan 5, 2017 22:08:10 GMT
I often cut 4-5 x 7's out of a piece of paper and the rotaries just can't do that. I have two rotaries that I use often, but I have to keep the wiggle blade one too. How do you manage to get 4 5x7s out of a piece of paper? I currently have a rotary trimmer, but I am thinking I could afford a new trimmer if I could manage to get more out of each piece of paper. Any instructions you could provide would be amazing! SaveSave |
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Post by 950nancy on Jan 5, 2017 22:11:13 GMT
I often cut 4-5 x 7's out of a piece of paper and the rotaries just can't do that. I have two rotaries that I use often, but I have to keep the wiggle blade one too. How do you manage to get 4 5x7s out of a piece of paper? I currently have a rotary trimmer, but I am thinking I could afford a new trimmer if I could manage to get more out of each piece of paper. Any instructions you could provide would be amazing! SaveSaveYou have to set your paper seven inches in and then cut 7 inches up. The turn the paper 90 degrees and do it again. When you finish doing this a total of four cuts, you have a 2 x 2 inch square left and four 5 x 7's. I'll check to see if there is a video. It is really easy. ETA: Wow, not on a video I could find. I am sure I saw this on a craft show years ago. I think if you drew a 2 inch square in the middle of your paper and drew a line coming off of each of its sides (one direction only) you could see how the cuts should look. I don't do it this way, but at least you could figure out what I am trying to say by visualizing it. The key is stopping at exactly 7" or you cut into the next piece. ETA: Or better yet, look at this. cocscrapbooking.com/how-to-cut-5x7-mats-from-12x12-paper/ |
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It feels quite sturdy but not too heavy for me to move around, as I thought I can see the cut line easier because it's on the side, not down the middle of the groove. The test will be if I can cut something to the right size!
