Accuquilt pros & cons
02-01-2014, 04:13 AM
#21
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Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Thornton, Colorado
Posts: 1,023
I use the GO a lot, so it is out on the table all the time. The strip dies are great not only for cutting strips, but the strips can be turned around and cut again into perfect squares. Just one of the reasons why the GO is a keeper.
02-01-2014, 04:15 AM
#22
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Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: South East Michigan...at the bottom of the thumb!
Posts: 730
I have the go. Love it!!! I like that I can store it away when not in use. I made a number of quilts using 2 1/2 inch strips. The go cuts them straight and fast. I have a number of dies, I keep an eye on the clearance at JAF and buy when on sale or close out. Would buy another!
02-01-2014, 09:54 AM
#24
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Nevada
Posts: 6,958
I had a Go and a GoBaby. I sold both of them and bought the Studio. I am much happier with the Studio. It has more range, even if it's not as portable. It can also accept all the other dies from the 2 Go's, the Sizzix, and Big Shot using adapters. I love being able to cut a large number of strips in a short time. I also made a quilt with the Go tumbler die. It's nice to have prenotched. If you like a certain shape and they don't have it yet, the company does do custom shapes, but they do cost.
The Studio from Accuquilt and the GrandeMark from Accucut are the same machine (different lines from same company), so you can watch both sites for sales. I bought mine on sale.
The Studio from Accuquilt and the GrandeMark from Accucut are the same machine (different lines from same company), so you can watch both sites for sales. I bought mine on sale.
02-01-2014, 10:07 AM
#25
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Houston, TX
Posts: 7,312
I have the Go and love it. Don't think I would use the Studio enough though to justify the cost.
One of the best places I have found dies for it is Carolina Cotton Company which I found thanks to a post by another board member.
One of the best places I have found dies for it is Carolina Cotton Company which I found thanks to a post by another board member.
02-01-2014, 10:28 AM
#27
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Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Corning, NY
Posts: 132
My kids got me the a Baby Go, which is the one I hinted for, last year for Christmas and I LOVE it.
i have several die including the 2 1/2 strip cutter.
I just treated myself to the rag quilt die and what a time saver.
it cuts 4 layers of flannel and even cuts the fringe. Perfect since I have 5 to make for our gr babies.
i have several die including the 2 1/2 strip cutter.
I just treated myself to the rag quilt die and what a time saver.
it cuts 4 layers of flannel and even cuts the fringe. Perfect since I have 5 to make for our gr babies.
02-03-2014, 04:43 PM
#29
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Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Washington
Posts: 4,001
You can also use the go dies with your studio cutter with an adapter that doesn't cost much and you need only buy one. So you can use the less expensive dies on the studio and have a wider range of dies to choose from. I value my studio cutter.
I have the Go and I would buy another one if it broke, no question. It is as important to me as my sewing machine. The only con I have for the Studio is the space it takes to keep it set up.
The dies cost more for the Studio but there are more dies to choose from. The Studio will cut more layers at one time.
The Go is easy to move and store. You can find Go dies at most shops.
The dies cost more for the Studio but there are more dies to choose from. The Studio will cut more layers at one time.
The Go is easy to move and store. You can find Go dies at most shops.
02-04-2014, 12:35 AM
#30
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Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Arkansas
Posts: 559
I have the Go baby. I have the circle die, squares, and more. Family likes to get me the dies on birthdays, and other holidays. I want a hexie and a clamshell. The circles really save time and are great for yo-yo's. I have always wanted to make a clamshell but did not want to do the cutting. I have heard of stores with these machines who let people use them for a fee. I, gladly, share mine at club meetings.
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