Hi --
you might like to know Sizzix are bringing out a whole new line of quilters dies, www.stitchintheditch.com are getting them first- we spoke with them a short time ago. I have both the sizzix machines plus the accuquilt, no comparison. the sizzix big shot pro is the best machine on the market, For strips I much prefer the Sizzix big shot or bsp, the cut is better no stretching -more layers and no pressure with turning the handle. I will keep checking on the site above for any news on the new dies -- I want to order some, they are having mothers day specials and I was hoping we might see something on the news dies for this enjoy your sizzix