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Post by Florida Cindy on Aug 29, 2014 12:26:35 GMT
Last night, I was working on PL. I have to do it in a way that accommodates my physical med issues. I really could use the 3x4 punch, instead of using a trimmer. Is it worth the $?
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Post by titancia on Aug 29, 2014 12:32:04 GMT
Nay. Mine is not easy to punch and the edges come out rough, like they still need to be trimmed down. I did a couple test punches and now it just sits in the bottom of a closet. It was a total waste of money. If you have a die cutter, the die is so much better. (We have a Vagabond because those of us in the house have arthritis/carpal tunnel, and use our dies so much more because we don't have to physically crank a handle.)
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Post by titancia on Aug 30, 2014 22:36:39 GMT
I spoke with my mom about the punch since she's used it more than I have. She said she has to stand up and lean on the punch because it's difficult to push down, and the punch itself is quite heavy. I don't know if it's plausible to put on the floor and step on it--I've done that with punches that are difficult to use before because I don't have the strength in my hands.
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Post by Florida Cindy on Aug 31, 2014 10:46:59 GMT
titancia-Thank you for your replies. Your information helps me alot. I've decided not to purchase the punch! Have a great day!
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Post by purplebee on Aug 31, 2014 11:26:23 GMT
Thaks for asking about this punch. I was considering it too, but I'd also read some negative reviews. I would have been so nice if it had worked properly!
Will just have to think about buying a die cut machine and the rectangle dies for PL sizes.
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Post by GiantsFan on Aug 31, 2014 16:08:19 GMT
Nay. A friend won one at a crop and brought it over and it after a few punches it got stuck and we had a heck of a time getting it un-stuck, and then it got stuck again. It was also very hard to punch.
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Post by artisticscrapper on Aug 31, 2014 18:50:40 GMT
The dies are great. I also have the Fawn Lawn stitched dies for both the 4x6 and 3x4 sizes. Those are really cute.
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Post by craftwomanstyle on Aug 31, 2014 22:07:57 GMT
I don't have the punch (I've heard pros and cons about it), but I do have the dies in the PL card sizes. I love using my manual die cutting machine.
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Post by Alexxussss on Sept 1, 2014 0:19:33 GMT
I love my 3x4 punch and have never had any issues, but I can definitely see it being difficult for some to use, as it takes a bit of strength/pressure on a sturdy surface.
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Post by Katie on Sept 1, 2014 13:58:58 GMT
I held out on the punch for a long time, but bought it at 50% off when A's was closing. I do like it. I don't have any issues with rough edges like some others have reported. It is a heavy punch, and I do sometimes stand up to put my weight on it when punching, but it works well. Has not jammed on me at all.
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Post by fridaynightscrapper on Sept 17, 2014 19:57:14 GMT
I sold mine at a scrapbook flea market. Too big to keep and not use.
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Post by rosered on Sept 18, 2014 12:59:52 GMT
I have it. It is hard to punch. I have to stand and push down on it and even then does not always go all the way thru.
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Post by ladybuginohio on Sept 18, 2014 13:44:33 GMT
I sold mine at a scrapbook flea market. Too big to keep and not use. Where do you find info on scrapbook flea markets? Sounds fabulous. I have the punch but prefer the cropadile instead. |
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Post by wonderwoman on Sept 23, 2014 23:26:45 GMT
I didn't get it because its just one more thing I would have to find a spot for..
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Post by tiggerpooh2380 on Sept 25, 2014 2:40:54 GMT
I have one, but I feel like its easier to use a trimmer and a rounder instead. I have to step on it in order for it to work, and I don't think the edges look that clean.
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Post by marienadine on Oct 5, 2014 5:15:57 GMT
Thank you for everyone's responses to this as I have picked one of these up 3 times put it in my cart and put it back... this tells me I made the right decision...
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Post by mamakven on Oct 6, 2014 2:31:35 GMT
WOw, so glad I never ended up buying it!
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Post by beth44 on Oct 6, 2014 11:51:53 GMT
I bought one at AC Moore a few weeks ago. We R Memory keepers brand, not sure if this is the same one everyone else has, but I'm very happy with it. Cuts very quick and smooth, no rough edges. I've used it so far on cardstock and pictures. The top is magnetic so you can position it anywhere you want on the page. So I cannot attest to how long it will stay sharp, since I've only had it a short time.
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Post by artfulscrapbooking on Oct 11, 2014 23:23:19 GMT
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Post by 950nancy on Oct 12, 2014 0:31:49 GMT
I have had mine since they first came out and didn't know people had problems with it. I am a punch fanatic (my friend says ho). I have hundreds. Anytime a punch is acting up, I run aluminum foil through it and then waxed paper. I always seems to work. This punch does require more force than many of my others, but that doesn't bother me.
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Post by needtime2scrap on Oct 15, 2014 3:50:57 GMT
I have it. Its OK...finicky but OK. I way prefer Stampin UP's framelt die for PL...way way better...and no sticking!
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Post by auntkelly on Oct 17, 2014 17:04:02 GMT
I use mine all the time. It took me awhile to get the hang of it. I do stand up and put all my weight on it when I'm using it. I can see where it wouldn't be for someone who had issues with their hands.
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Post by sassiescrapper on Oct 20, 2014 6:54:00 GMT
I never bought it since I haven't actually created a PL page yet and I couldn't justify the expense. My gf bought it and said she has a hard time using it as well.
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