Originally Posted by Melinda in Tulsa
I can't afford either one, but if I were to buy one, it would be the new Sizzix Vagabond. Around $250 w/o dies, but you don't have to hand crank it, just push a button!
I wouldn't be interested in the strip or block cutter dies, but the applique dies would sure come in handy!
EXACTLY! I've seen people use the AccuCutfor squares and strips. But for me, it looks like it takes more prep time. . Not faster. Or more efficient in fabric usage than useing a rotary cutter. But that's just me.
So I'm looking forward to the Vagabond to cut motifs - flowers, etc, that I don't have the patience to hand cut.
I think Sizzix offers the capability to make "custom" dies...you send in a drawing and they'll make the die. Not cheap, but when I'm looking making at 700 freaking flowers WITH fusible attached..it's worth it. And I'm pretty sure I could easily resell the die once I'm done with it, and recoup some of that initial investment.