camcas
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Post by camcas on Jul 23, 2017 10:04:42 GMT
About to step onto the electronic cutter train. I would like to cut out stamped images for cards and use cut files for scrapbook pages.
i am a bit tech challenged and would prefer not to fiddle too much
which should I get?
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Post by scrappyem on Jul 23, 2017 13:31:06 GMT
I have the scan and cut...I need to learn to use it though. It can do really cool things, I just have no idea how.  I've done a couple of things with it but not a lot. I'd love to take an actual class. There's lots of Youtube videos but that hasn't motivated me all that much... |
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Post by dasmith2 on Jul 23, 2017 13:33:53 GMT
I have the Cameo, but there is a learning curve with it, as I am sure with the other machine as well. Maybe try checking out some tutorials on You Tube to get a feel for them.
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sophikins
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Post by sophikins on Jul 23, 2017 13:55:44 GMT
Scan N Cut is a breeze for cutting out stamped images, it does not take long to learn to do that, but it does much more too. Check out Julie Fei-fen Balzer tutorials on YouTube.
I also have Cricut and Cameo, but Scan N Cut is by far the easiest for cutting out a stamped (or printed) image. It can cut right on the line, or allows you to select how much of a margin you want around the image.
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Post by chrispeas on Jul 23, 2017 15:05:23 GMT
I have my eye on the Scan n Cut. I wonder if I can use my Cricut mats in it? There is a Brother dealer down the street from me. I'm sure I can order it through them. There is a Michaels up the freeway that advertised they had them as well.
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Post by anniefb on Jul 23, 2017 18:24:33 GMT
I love my Cameo. No experience with the scan and cut, but I cut out stamped images with my Cameo as well - using the Pixscan mat. The Cameo can also print and cut using registration marks.
I'd suggest watching some videos of each to get an idea about which you might prefer.
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Post by pennyscraps on Jul 23, 2017 19:06:00 GMT
Another Cameo girl here. I love it. I don't have any exposure to the Scan 'n Cut, but there are all kinds of things you can do with the Silhouette. I am pretty adept with computer programs, and did not find the software hard to learn at all. Good luck in your decision. Best purchase I've ever made!!
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Post by elegantsufficiency on Jul 23, 2017 19:16:07 GMT
Another Silhouette Cameo fan here too  |
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Post by anniefb on Jul 23, 2017 19:50:34 GMT
Also check out the software options. You download Silhouette Studio to your computer but I believe scan and cut has an online workspace and you need to have internet access to use it.
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Post by twillerbee on Jul 23, 2017 23:06:18 GMT
Another cameo fan here. It took me a little long to get used to it but have never looked back once I figure out my way around it.
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Post by scrappyem on Jul 23, 2017 23:37:34 GMT
Oddly enough, I spent some time today working with my Scan n Cut2 and now I'm totally in love. Thanks for the push to help me dust it off! I used some SVG files and I love how they turned out.
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Post by myboysnme on Jul 24, 2017 0:03:34 GMT
I have my eye on the Scan n Cut. I wonder if I can use my Cricut mats in it? There is a Brother dealer down the street from me. I'm sure I can order it through them. There is a Michaels up the freeway that advertised they had them as well. Amazon sells all the scan and cut mats and stuff. I have a sillouette and a scan and cut. They are 2 different machines. Scan and cut works independently and you scan in a paper document or with the new ones you can convert files from your thumb drive. Sillouette you use your computer. |
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Post by chances on Jul 24, 2017 0:07:18 GMT
I've never used the scan n cut. But I do use the cameo for cutting out stamped images. It can be done, but I wouldn't recommend it for those who want something simple, I am *not* tech challenged and I find it fussy and frustrating at times.
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scrapnnana
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Post by scrapnnana on Jul 24, 2017 0:40:05 GMT
Although tempted at times to buy the Scan n Cut because I am a stamper, I already have a Silhouette Cameo. I finally decided to get the Pixscan mat to see if it will cut out my stamped images to my satisfaction. I have not yet tried it.
However, since you mention that you want to also use a cutter for scrapbooking, I recommend that you look at the images available for both machines. While there are many free cutting files on the internet, you may decide at some point to purchase designs. I have designed and cut many cutting files. I can create anything I want in the software, but it takes time. Sometimes it is just easier and faster to buy designs. I have a Cricut Explore Air 2 and over 100 cartridges. Although there are some Cricut designs I like, overall I prefer the designs I have bought from Silhouette. I cannot remember if I looked at the Scan n Cut designs for purchase, but I think I did when it was new. It seemed too much to pay just to cut out my stamped images. There wasn't any other particular advantage (for me) at the time. I have not ruled out buying it eventually, but I decided that it makes more sense for me to learn how to use the Pixscan mat. If it does not go well, I may look at the possibility again of buying the Scan n Cut.
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camcas
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Post by camcas on Jul 24, 2017 7:24:48 GMT
Thanks everyone...off to trawl YouTube again...!
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I've done a couple of things with it but not a lot. I'd love to take an actual class. There's lots of Youtube videos but that hasn't motivated me all that much...
