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Post by Deleted on Jan 14, 2018 18:38:52 GMT
Has anyone tried it? Can it punch photos? I'm on the fence (mostly because it doesn't cut larger than 3x4) but I might buy it if it cuts pictures as well. What are your opinions please?
ETA: I could buy it with a discount, that's why I'm asking the peas.
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Post by gale w on Jan 14, 2018 19:42:18 GMT
Is there a feature that makes this easier/better than just cutting with a regular cutting tool?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 14, 2018 20:07:58 GMT
gale w Well, not really. It's highly likely you don't need this tool if you cut straight with a trimmer. I know I can't cut smallish pieces of paper straight. You just have to punch repeatedly to get the right squares or rectangles so that's a plus for me. I will probably only make the purchase if it cuts through photos, though. The retail price is expensive.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 14, 2018 21:25:39 GMT
I would get it in a heartbeat if it would go up to 4x6
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Post by scrappington on Jan 14, 2018 21:36:28 GMT
Wasn't this the punch everyone had an issue with when it first came out a few years ago?
I'd wait for some more peas to chime in and or do a search online.
Possibly it's been improved.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 14, 2018 21:37:20 GMT
I would get it in a heartbeat if it would go up to 4x6 So would I! |
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Post by jstblondie on Jan 14, 2018 21:40:08 GMT
Which one are you referring to?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 14, 2018 21:41:13 GMT
Wasn't this the punch everyone had an issue with when it first came out a few years ago? I'd wait for some more peas to chime in and or do a search online. Possibly it's been improved. I didn't know about that. Are you sure there was a previous version? I'll do more searches online, but I couldn't find much. Thanks. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 14, 2018 21:42:51 GMT
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Post by BSideCrafter on Jan 14, 2018 22:19:01 GMT
I watched a video on it and just didn't understand when that would be more useful than just a paper trimmer.
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Post by beachsm16 on Jan 14, 2018 23:07:23 GMT
I actually bought this from hsn with the hope it would make it easier to get 2x2 or 3x3 photo sizes because I can never seem to get them straight with my trimmer. It arrived yesterday so I haven't had the chnce to test it yet... i will post the results as soon as i do, either tonight or tomorrow morning.
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Post by nicolep on Jan 15, 2018 2:43:09 GMT
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Post by don on Jan 15, 2018 6:18:57 GMT
I think nesting square dies are a better investment. You can cut the square you want.
I am getting a little fussy about my tools. If they can't perform at least 2 functions they aren't worth more than $5.00.
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Post by woodysbetty on Jan 15, 2018 12:46:15 GMT
While I like the idea of the punch, I think my dies are a better option as I can see where I place them so it gives me more options for use....
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Post by artisticscrapper on Jan 16, 2018 1:51:04 GMT
I haven’t seen this one before. It looks pretty cool but I can’t justify buying it when I can use my trimmer or dies. I’d be interested in knowing how well it works though.
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Post by maryboys on Jan 16, 2018 5:25:09 GMT
there was a WRMK 3x4 punch, which i own. it’s two pieces - you place your paper/photo on the bottom half and then attach the top - it’s magnetic. it’s just ok. i wouldn’t buy it again. heavy tool, sometimes hard to line up top and bottom, and leaves holes in the area outside the 3x4 punched material.  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2018 6:31:27 GMT
I actually bought this from hsn with the hope it would make it easier to get 2x2 or 3x3 photo sizes because I can never seem to get them straight with my trimmer. It arrived yesterday so I haven't had the chnce to test it yet... i will post the results as soon as i do, either tonight or tomorrow morning. Thank you! |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2018 6:35:08 GMT
I think nesting square dies are a better investment. You can cut the square you want. I am getting a little fussy about my tools. If they can't perform at least 2 functions they aren't worth more than $5.00. Don, you'd need two sets of dies (squares+ rectangles) to "equal" this tool. Plus, you can't personalize your dies to fit the space on your page. And it's the same as a set of die-cuts, definetely more than 2 functions.  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2018 6:39:04 GMT
there was a WRMK 3x4 punch, which i own. it’s two pieces - you place your paper/photo on the bottom half and then attach the top - it’s magnetic. it’s just ok. i wouldn’t buy it again. heavy tool, sometimes hard to line up top and bottom, and leaves holes in the area outside the 3x4 punched material. I had it too and I didn't like it either. It was overpriced. But unlike the new punch, it was a magnetic and it cut only one shape in one size. |
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Post by QueSeraSera on Jan 16, 2018 6:54:22 GMT
I bought the same one pictured above by maryboys . I bought it a few years ago with the rounded corners and without. It's very hard to line up correctly and push. I would not buy again. |
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Post by don on Jan 16, 2018 14:44:47 GMT
I think nesting square dies are a better investment. You can cut the square you want. I am getting a little fussy about my tools. If they can't perform at least 2 functions they aren't worth more than $5.00. Don, you'd need two sets of dies (squares+ rectangles) to "equal" this tool. Plus, you can't personalize your dies to fit the space on your page. And it's the same as a set of die-cuts, definetely more than 2 functions. But it's so small. 3X4 works for most ATC's and other small endeavors. Not so much for actual scrapbooking. It won't give a negative, only a positive. |
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Post by lakritze on Jan 16, 2018 15:19:22 GMT
there was a WRMK 3x4 punch, which i own. it’s two pieces - you place your paper/photo on the bottom half and then attach the top - it’s magnetic. it’s just ok. i wouldn’t buy it again. heavy tool, sometimes hard to line up top and bottom, and leaves holes in the area outside the 3x4 punched material. I have this one too - and I hate it! It's so hard to use (I have to put mine on the floor and lean on it with all my weight to make it work) and was way overprized. I'm following this thread to see if the new punch board is better but I agree a 4x6 ratio would be better... |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2018 15:25:38 GMT
don You're right about it being small. I scrap mostly 6x8 and 8x8 so it's not too bad for me ( although I sure wouldn't have started this thread if it cut from 6x4!  ) Unfortunately, I can't cut sraight to save my life. My Evolution doesn't fit on my craft table, my die-cuts are almost always crooked (from the paper angle) and I never use the negative side. I'm attracted to this tool, but yes, it does have a lot of drawbacks. I'd buy it anyway if it cut photos well. I don't understand ATC, what does it mean please?
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Post by don on Jan 16, 2018 19:03:54 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2018 19:11:15 GMT
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Post by grammadee on Jan 16, 2018 19:16:31 GMT
I think nesting square dies are a better investment. You can cut the square you want. I am getting a little fussy about my tools. If they can't perform at least 2 functions they aren't worth more than $5.00. For myself, I prefer the nesting dies b/c I find it easier to line up the shape I am planning to cut with the image I want to show when I am done. I am not that good at lining up things in a punch--the same issue that makes it more difficult than it needs to be to cut squares and rectangles with a trimmer. B/c they are "nesting" dies, there are lots of size options in each pack. I have circles and ovals, and have just acquired rectangular ones, eight in a set graduated from 4.75" x 3.75" down to 2" x 1" There is a 3x4" one in there. And I like that I can cut a rectangle to use for something else, and have the negative as a frame for a photo or other image. I guess the drawback of the dies is the size of my platform (just over 6" wide on the Vagabond, just under on the Cuttlebug) I would like to punch some squares or rectangles out of 12 x 12 paper or cs, and then slide a photo in behind. But unless you have one of those magnetic punches, they don't work for this either. Guess I have to learn to use my Silhouette to do that... |
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Post by mamakoala on Jan 17, 2018 2:25:47 GMT
there was a WRMK 3x4 punch, which i own. it’s two pieces - you place your paper/photo on the bottom half and then attach the top - it’s magnetic. it’s just ok. i wouldn’t buy it again. heavy tool, sometimes hard to line up top and bottom, and leaves holes in the area outside the 3x4 punched material. I bought this at Tuesday Morning a few weeks ago. For the life of me, I can't figure out how to get it to work. It requires all my strength to put it push it down. |
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Post by mamakoala on Jan 17, 2018 2:26:23 GMT
On a related note, I am interested in the wrmk tag punch board. Any info on that one? I like the idea of making any size tags.
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Post by 950nancy on Jan 17, 2018 5:18:06 GMT
there was a WRMK 3x4 punch, which i own. it’s two pieces - you place your paper/photo on the bottom half and then attach the top - it’s magnetic. it’s just ok. i wouldn’t buy it again. heavy tool, sometimes hard to line up top and bottom, and leaves holes in the area outside the 3x4 punched material. I had it too and I didn't like it either. It was overpriced. But unlike the new punch, it was a magnetic and it cut only one shape in one size. I have this one (actually both of them). I love it, but it does take a fair amount of pressure to use. I like that you can see exactly what is getting cut without any measuring whatsoever. |
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Post by beachsm16 on Jan 17, 2018 18:33:28 GMT
sorry that I didn't post sooner about my thoughts on the WeR punch which was sold on HSN but have been in battle with the rampant flu germ that's going around. The good news is that the punch is easy to use and punches easily, unlike some of the other punches they've made which hurts my hand like crazy when trying to use! My intentions for this punch was to be able to punch 2x2, 3x3 or other smaller photos for layouts - now this really stumps me with this punch because with the way the punch is made -so far to my knowledge - unless the part of the photo you want smaller is on an edge, then you still have to trim down photo before using the punch... for example, if your main focal point is in the middle of a 4x6, the only way to get to it is to trim the photo before punching.. hope this makes sense! As I stated, maybe i'm overlooking something, i plan to search for videos and will update if i discover something new... but, other than that issue, yes it is an easier punch for those who have weaker hands or suffer from RA.
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