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I have to start by saying that I'm very picky about what types of die cuts I purchase. This is all mostly due to the fact that I have a distinct style and if I can't imagine myself using a die, then I simply won't buy it. However, this was a special release from Spellbinders because it is not only very affordable, but truly versatile. This set I purchased to make masks for my art (like the Tim Holtz ones). This actually works really well for that idea alone. Purchasing one mask set from Tim Holtz is about five dollars on the internet. Purchasing this template set is a better deal. You get more shapes and when your mask is ruined, simply cut it out again. Of course, this doesn't mean I won't use these for decoration too, because I definitely will. This adds a beautiful old fashioned flourish to any piece and if you especially like altered art, florals or anything Victorian, then this set is a must have.
There is only truly one con with this set altogether; it is hard to cut. I own the Sizzix Big Shot and I rolled it through twice and it doesn't cut it perfectly. Since the flourishes have a lot of intricate loops and swirls, the paper and the die tend to get tangled and then mangled when you try to pop them apart. I recommend using the tip of an embossing stylus to get the paper loose. However, I'm not very happy that it takes a lot of effort to get the paper out. This template only really works with cardstock and the heavier weight the better. I tried these with 65lb cardstock and got pretty good results; 110lb or 120lb would be ideal, but tell that to the local arts and crafts stores (as they don't sell any). Anything less than you average 65lb cardstock, it will get ripped by the template when you are pulling them apart.
All in all this is a minor glitch and I suspect that with enough use, I will get used to taking it apart. I remember I had this problem with other dies that were too intricate. I did get plenty of use out of them and I also got some great results. I wouldn't hesitate to buy this set again because the design is very beautiful and definitely eye candy.
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I absolutely LOVE the swirls these dies make! They are just big enough for A2 (4x6) size cards! They are gorgeous on spellbinders 3-D boxes! I made a 192 cards for a women's event at church and put these swirls on every cardI cut them from glittery paper. They were gorgeous and added the elegance the cards needed! :) I used a set of crafting tweezers to help get the papercut out of the diesometimes they stick after cutting, its not a problem if you are careful, or as spellbinders recommends, use wax paper between the paper and the die. Happy Crafting everyone!
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