I purchased the Sizzix Big Shot Pro and the Accuquilt adapter to use Accuquilt dies with this machine and it works great. I also have Studio and Sizzix dies. I buy dies on sale especially around Christmas and on eBay. I like the variety of materials the machine can cut. I made snowflakes out of pop cans at Christmas, cuts leather, wool and felt easily and I use magnetic and adhesive sheets with stars, etc. I did buy a few of the long strip dies for $6 each at Overstock last December but don't use them as much as the triangles and other shapes. I don't scrapbook but do enjoy using the embossing folders to make cards as needed. For me it is a tool that is fun to play with and gives my family something to buy me for Christmas as I can always think of another die I would like to have.