Yes, you can cut chipboard with the Sizzix Big Shot By: Amber Boren (14-Nov-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

I would purchase the kit that comes with the most items. If the starter kit comes with a set of letters that is usually a good deal. The thinlit dies will work regardless. By: tvanburen (05-Jul-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

You have to get the Big Shot Pro Machine, I would think price wise that would be the best way to go in my opinion! By: maria44460 (16-Jul-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

No this was a one time special and will not be back at the price offered. By: Paula K (28-Nov-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Mine included everything in the photo, including the big die, the metal dies, a pack of 6 x 6 cardstock, the 2 plastic "sandwich plates" and the multifunctional platform. It was ready to use straight out of the box. I think it was a great value! By: hickspj (10-Nov-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Here’s a list of material it does cut: Cardstock , Craft Plastic, Grunge paper, Vellum, Chipboard, Mat Board, Fabric, Leather, Vinyl, Felt, Poly Foam, Wood, Veneer, Cork, Flexible Magnet, Rubber, Craft Metal, Grungeboard, Shrink Plastic.
For more info you can go to Sizzix.com➡️ Sizzix 101 By: Blakat71 (27-Jun-18) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Most machines will cut felt and foam, it depends on the dies you use, the chunky foam dies like what Tim Holtz has cut just about any material. I have cut out foam and made my own stamps By: cwenker (29-Apr-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

I've not tried the two materials that you are asking about but if you go to the company's website there are videos for the materials that crafters use and the correct cutting templetes/ platforms By: annmariedemotto (28-Feb-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

In addition to 2 cutting pads, the machine should also include a multi-purpose platform. The platform tells you how many parts of it should be open for different types of dies. I cut wafer thin dies with the platform completely closed. I think that I have to open the top "leaf" for embossing folders. Enjoy your big shot - I've gotten a lot of use from mine! By: ddcmsmom (03-Jan-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

From Sizzix:

The Quilt BSP comes with extended accessories for the XL 25” quilting dies - Included with the Big Shot Pro are an Extended Sliding Tray, an Extended Adapter Pad, a pair of Extended Cutting Pads, and a Die Pick..

The standard BSP comes with the standard 12” accessories - Included with this Big Shot Pro are a Standard Sliding Tray, a Standard Adapter Pad, a Standard Cutting Pad, a Premium Crease Pad, two 0.10 mm Mylar Shims and a Die Pick. By: Janna L (15-May-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

This Sky Blue Big Shot is just over 11 lbs in weight while the Big Shot Foldaway is just under 13 lbs. Hope this helps! By: Scrapbook.com (05-Sep-19) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Make sure you have the two plastic pieces in addition to the thick base. Keep adding cardstock until you get the proper thickness By: carmelitacechettoshea (13-Feb-19) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

You can purchase the magnet plate separately, but is not necessary just handy and any die can be used with the big shot. By: Jobron (02-Oct-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

6 Inches Wide.. more detailed info/description can be found here: link By: Jessica_ (23-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes, 6 inches. this is a Big Shot (not a big shot plus) By: Jessica_ (23-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes we can ship the Big Shot to Australia. By: Paula K (05-Dec-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The Big Shot Pro can fit dies up to 12" wide while the Vagabond is only 6" wide. By: Paula K (11-Aug-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

We are located in Gilbert, AZ USA. Hope this helps! By: Scrapbook.com (19-Mar-20) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

It really does depend on the amount of wear and tear that the machine goes through. There is not a specific time frame that we can provide. By: Scrapbook.com (25-Nov-19) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The platform that comes with this machine is available for purchase on the Sizzix site. Hope this helps! By: Scrapbook.com (25-Sep-19) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Hello! If you are referring to the Bigz dies then as long as they don't say "Bigz Plus" they can be used on the regular Big Shot machine as well. Hope this helps! By: Scrapbook.com (06-Sep-19) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes, as listed in the description, this comes with the platform and plates you need to get started on your projects. All you need to add is dies and embossing folders as well as paper. Hope this helps! By: Scrapbook.com (06-Sep-19) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes, this is the same machine in a different color. Hope this helps! By: Scrapbook.com (04-Sep-19) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The silicone pad is meant for use only when you are wanting to emboss your paper with the Thinlit dies. If you are just wanting to die cut with them, you will not need this pad. Hope this helps! By: Scrapbook.com (11-Jul-19) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes, this is completely normal. Cutting plates are considered a consumable item and will eventually need to be replaced. By: Scrapbook.com (01-Jul-19) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

With the proper sandwich, you should be able to get 3D dies to run through this machine. By: Joanie R (13-Jul-18) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

With the Cricut you are limited to your cartridges, and it takes time to cut something out, with a Big Shot there are tons and tons of different dies with any shape you need and nothing to set up, you just put your die and paper between the plastic pads and cut. By: cwenker (29-Apr-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

I think any Sizzix machine can be used, but I am not sure whether you need an additional platform. Perhaps someone else knows? By: moeflood (08-Apr-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The Big Shot can emboss metal as well using normal platform By: cwenker (29-Apr-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

I DO NOT DO MUCH EMBOSSING BUT I LOVE MY BIG SHOT (AND I have the gemini -electronic and the cuttlebug). For embossing I believe you need 2 additional items, but not very expensive. I think less than $10 each. One is a silicone pad and the other is a texture pad, They have to be used together. I found a helpful video #129 on YouTube called something like the dos and don'ts of sizzix big shot by someone named stacy -scrapbooking made simple. I am pretty new to crafting so her video was a big help for me. Good luck and don't stress have fun, as my best friend (not a crafter) says " it is only paper!" By: cdp271 (28-Mar-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

In answer to your question..No you do not need SPECIAL PAPER for your Embossing folders..Your Embossing Folders will emboss just about any paper Foil..Special Paper... By: rustie53 (29-Mar-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

You can definitely run felt through this machine and it will cut as long as the dies you are using are made to cut this material. It's also important to remember to use the appropriate sandwich when cutting materials in the Big Shot. Thanks! By: Joanie R (13-Jan-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The differences between the two machines are the Big Shot has a 6" platform while the Big Shot Plus has a 9" platform. I am speaking of the width of the platform, so the bigger machine can accommodate bigger dies and provides for cutting area so you don't have to cut your paper down to a six inch width. I hope this helps. Thanks for your question! By: Joanie R (30-Dec-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

I have several brands of dies and haven't found one yet that doesn't work in the Bog Shot. I don't know the differences between the different machines...sorry! By: garydeb721 (30-Dec-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

I've had my Big Shoot about 10 years and use it about 20 times a month, mostly with wafer thin dies. I have only replaced the cutting pads once. I plan to replace them again soon, so I guess they last about 5 years for me! By: tinkerbeth (18-Apr-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Not sure about the life of the cutting pads. Just received my big shot. I would imagine that it depends on how often you use it. Jf used properly, it should last a long time. I love mine. By: maryrom4321 (17-Dec-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

This was exactly what started to happen when my first generation Big Shot (pink and black one) was at the end of its useful life. Dies started not to cut through, embossing was uneven. No matter what I added to the sandwich, it didn't help. It's likely time to upgrade to the new one. By: ChiKitty24 (06-Dec-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The Big Shot Plus has a 9" opening. The Big Shot is not an electric machine, it is a manual hand crank machine. The Vagabond is an electric machine. By: Joanie R (09-Dec-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes, the Machine can cut a variety of materials, including Felt! :) Just make sure the die is not a wafer thin die... By: Jessica_ (25-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

We have the awesome Paper Leather here: link By: Jessica_ (25-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

There is one version of the Cuttlebug that seems to take slightly wider dies, but my v2 does not take the magnetic platform. By: Lisa M in So Cal (25-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

You actually don't need 'anything' else - besides maybe your own cardstock or paper... you get everything you need right in the box to start die-cutting the elements included. :) It's actually a really sweet deal! :) By: Jessica_ (23-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes - totally. I have the Big Shot and I only use thin metal dies. By: 123_Tamara (27-Jun-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes, it will. Most Bigz dies are 6 inches in width so it will fit with the correct sandwich. By: Joanie R (09-Dec-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Your machine should have come with a multi-purpose platform which will allow you to cut with your thin metal dies. If you want to emboss with your thin metal dies you will need the silicone rubber mat and a texture plate (black). You might even be able to fiddle with your sandwiching and get away with just the silicone mat. If you want to emboss with embossing folders, you already have what you need. Take a look at the instructions on your multi-purpose platform. It shows what you need for each use. By: 123_Tamara (27-Jun-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The Big Shot has a 6" wide opening and the Plus is 9". By: Paula K (18-Dec-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes, I just used my Big Shot Pro to emboss a large Stampin' Up folder (Softly Falling). Please know that in addition to the Big Shot Pro adapter pad, you need to add (Sandwich Recipe) the regular Big Shot Platform, Standard Cutting Pad, Embossing Folder, then another Standard Cutting Pad. By: PC_Prof (26-Nov-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes, With the proper sandwich combination, the Big Shot Pro can accommodate dies up to 12" wide. By: Amber Boren (22-Oct-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The Big Shot Pro can accommodate dies up to 12" wide. The Big Shot Plus up to 9" wide. By: Paula K (03-Sep-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes the Sizzix Tim Holtz dies will work in the Big Shot. By: Paula K (27-Aug-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes it does accept all dies. You need the plate that has different thickness. An additional shim (I use the magnetic sheet) is needed for the thinlits. I love mine. I use the Thick Tim Holtz dies and the thinnest of thin dies. By: Lorna Lee (13-Jul-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Not sure about Fiskars. For specific brands I would check with the manfacturer or google it ;) By: SusanMo (13-Jul-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO HAVE ONE, BUT THE LITTLE ONE I HAVE FOR MY CUDDLEBUG SURE IS HANDY TO HOLD THE DIES. NO IDEA WHAT THE BIG ONE COST-LOOK ON THE SIZZIX OR AMAZON SITE TO FIND OUT THE COST. SORRY I COULDN'T HELP YOU. BB By: billie baker (25-Jun-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

the Sizzix website lists this at a Weight of 15 lbs By: Janna L (22-Apr-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

From Sizzix: "The platform is the exact same as the older extended multipurpose platform. If they want bigger I am sure the Big Shot Plus would be a good suggestion as it is a 9” opening! "

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It will only accept embossing folders up to 6" wide. By: Paula K (27-Mar-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The Big Shot machine does not come with the magnetic platform. It is sold separately. By: Paula K (18-Mar-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The Big Shot will cut a variety of materials, not just paper. By: Paula K (27-Mar-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Hi Margi, I have a big shot in teal and I love it. I have used several different dies in mine. They all have worked great. I have never used any Papertrey Ink dies. They should work. The Big Shot takes just about any die. That's what sold me on the Big Shot! I hope this helps you. Have fun with your Big Shot, they help me make great cards and also with my scrapbooking. By: craftyq1950 (05-Mar-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes you can as long as you use the right sandwich combination. By: Paula K (20-Jan-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

If you got the big shot pictured above, it die cuts as well as embosses paper. I hope this helps :) By: mopurple (31-Dec-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes, the Fiskars die cuts will work with the Big Shot. By: Amber Boren (23-Oct-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

That depends on exactly what you want to do. Yes, this machine, and it's dies, will cut felt. And fairly well. However, it's going to cut the shapes that the dies contain - it's not going to cut freeform. This is also the larger of the Big Shot tools - if you only want to work with smaller shapes, you might be able to use a different "flavor".

So, I'd need more info on what you want to do, to give you a more complete answer. If this isn't enough info for you, please feel free to email [email protected], remind me that you're asking about the Big Shot Pro, and we can chat. :) By: Megan - ForumTech (10-Jun-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

I love my Big Shot. It is really easy to use and makes perfect cuts every time. I always look for "stamp and die" sets because of the versatility. I would also recommend layering sets so you can produce a layered look using a particular shape. By: cindybrophy (20-Feb-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

No the Standard Cutting pads are shorter than the Extended Platform. By: Joanie R (09-Dec-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

It will come with the extended multipurpose platform and two standard cutting pads. If you want your cutting pads to match your platform, you'll need the extended cutting pads. Otherwise, you have everything you'll need for most due cutting and embossing!! Enjoy your new Big Shot!! I hope you love it as much as I love mine!! By: garkarlon (08-Apr-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Hadn't really thought about it. I mix it up the best I can. Because you can get then on Amazon fair cheap, I don't worry on how long they last. Sorry I don't think I was helpful By: Kems32 (19-Aug-17) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

no, the magnetic platform is not included in this bundle. That is separate buy: link By: Jessica_ (23-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

Yes it will work in the machine. It is thinner than the machine opening but it works the same way as it would in the big shot. By: Janna L (20-Apr-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

I have all kinds of dies the biggest one that I have used is the sizzix that are 1/2 inch thick and most of the others are thin dies. All work well. I hope this will help. Susan S. By: Susan J. Shepard (26-Dec-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

This kit includes one die that will make the flower shown. It does not include any embossing folders. By: Paula K (16-Oct-14) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

No, the Sizzix machine is a manual die cutting machine. The Cricut is an electronic die cutting machine. The supplies for each are very different. The Sizzix machine takes only physical metal dies, where the Cricut takes only cartridges with images loaded on the cartridge. The supplies are not interchangeable. By: PaperMischief (23-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The best way to calculate true shipping (based on the weight of the product), is just to add it to your cart, and enter your international address. :) More FAQs here: link By: Jessica_ (23-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

The best way to calculate true shipping (based on the weight of the product), is just to add it to your cart, and enter your Ireland address. :) More FAQs here: link Black Friday is a different special deal that will be revealed at 12:01am MST of Black Friday. hint: it is also a machine (but not a Big Shot). By: Jessica_ (23-Nov-16) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

YES THEY WILL By: maria44460 (17-Jan-15) Helpful Answer?  Yes  |  No Thank you! Report Inappropriate This Answer has been reported. Thank you!

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