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I love this thing, and it works right out of the box, you don't need to buy a single extra, EVER! Except for consumables, of course, which you have to resupply with any machine. I am not the type of person who would ever be happy with a standard image on a cartridge - I need to be able to customize to my heart's content, use any image or font I want, and create my own. The software definitely allows me to do this. In fact, except for the first image I cut to see how this thing works, I haven't used any pre-made images at all. I've used computers for .... well, decades, actually ... and I've used all sorts of different software programs. Because of this I found Funtime to be very easy to use. It has quirks, like all software does, but they're not bad at all. Customer service is excellent and the bosskut forums are very helpful.
Used in this project: Garlic Fries!
I just got my Gazelle and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. It is so much fun and it cuts really well. It took me about 1 night of playing with it to get the hang of it. There is a bit of a learning curve, but it is SO worth it.
I was all set to get the cricut expression until I found out about this. Not having to use any dies and being able to have all the features of design studio right away is what sold me. I am so glad I got this!
The machine is a bit bigger than I expected it to be, but that is ok.
Used in this project: Family
The Gazelle is my third digital cutter, (also have a Wishblade, and a ScrapSavvy cutter) and it's the one I use the most now, in spite of the fact that the other two cutters were almost twice the price.
As new cutters come out, they incorporate more and more of the functions that the users want, and this one has included all of the the advanced abilities in easy one-click buttons, (welding, subtracting, auto-tracing), and a handful of fun little extras (charms, embroidery, shadows, 3D rendering, outlines, puzzle, decorative scissors to put scallops and zigzags on your shapes, freehand drawing tool, Bazzil Bling papers, etc.)
For beginners, it's as easy to use as selecting your design and clicking a button! (Some of the video tutorials are available to the public here, so you can see how to use the software before making up your mind http://www.bosskuttraining.com )
And for advanced users, it has full justification, sorting, editing and specialty functions that are also easy to use, and powerful enough to suit those familiar with Illustrator.
Additional purchases: Invest in a can of Krylon Easy Tack Repositionable Spray adhesive, to refresh the stickiness on the mats. The mats are sturdy and hold up to months of use without warping, but you will need to refresh the stickiness with the Krylon. (Or any other REPOSITIONABLE spray adhesive.)
I also recommend buying an extra mat and one extra set of blades. Both are relatively inexpensive, compared to the other cutters, and it pays to have one on hand for when you drop a blade behind a heavy desk. (grin!)
If you are thinking about making the leap to digital, this is the one to get. Brand new users can get started with welding words and making mats right away, and as they get more comfortable with the software, they can rapidly move on to more advanced designing. (The software and cutter layout make it easier than the other cutters.)
Registered owners can get tech support on the forum
http://www.bosskutforum.com
There you can get assistance in setting up the cutter for your computer and help in learning to use the software. The people are really nice, and they don't bite, so ask! (grin!)
Add to that the Shared Files and Ideas Gallery and it's a great deal that will have you creating spectacular effects for your scrapbook, card making, and home decorating.
Jules ;)
I bought the Gazelle after having had a Wishblade. I had been frustrated by the WB because of ongoing lack of customer support especially with updates, as well as simply not cutting reliably. I LOVE the Gazelle. The day I got it I followed the tutorials and had it cutting perfectly. The Bosskut website has the most fantastic customer support I have ever seen, and they provide TONS of tutorials, videos etc. all with step by step directions, and if you still have a problem they will answer your post immediately. You do need to use your computer with the Gazelle, but you never need to buy a cartridge. Unlike some cutters where the manufacturer does not support the software to cut any font, Bosskut is fully supportive of the software that allows you to cut any font or any image. You can even scan in something and then make a cutting file. The only problem was that the first mats were not sticky enough, but they are aware and have fixed the problem. It cuts a full 12 by 12 so you can make a large circle or fancy label shape up to a full page size. It is also easy to see where you are cutting on the mat so you can use up little scraps and not waste a full paper to cut a few letters. It has a cool feature of "sissors" so it is easy to scallop edge anything. The machine itself is quite "heavy duty" and sturdy (much more so than the WB), and can cut chipboard. It has other stuff like print and cut, and you can use pens, but I haven't gotten into that yet. If you figure you never need to buy a cartridge or any additional software then the price is not so bad.
I have had my Gazelle for a little over 5 months and am still loving it. It cuts everything! The thing I love the most is that I can cut nearly any font, dingbat, shape I own and am not limited to cartridges. I can cut whatever size I want on whatever paper or media I want. I wanted it all and that is what I got! So happy to have heard about the Gazelle when I was ready to buy.
Wow, that's what I say, I've owned other cutters before that I thought were fantastic. Nothing compares to the way the Gazelle cuts. The smaller size and storage compartments plus the front panel is just a few more of the pluses.
If you're thinking of getting a Gazelle, don't hesitate, you'll love the machine and all it does.
Lori m
The gazelle is a Great cutter for any one with hand issues like Arthritic fingers (I have MD) it affects my hands, Blade changing is not hard at all, right now I still can do it my self : ) then only 7 buttons to work and If You Love working With SVG ! Like the ones www.letteringdelights.com makes this cutter will fit the bill.
After having the Silhouette (which I love but have outgrown for my scrapping and card making needs), I purchased the Gazelle.
Upon it's arrival, I was impressed with how 'substantial' this cutter is. The basic unit is solidly constructed of metal, with only the colored endcaps and tray drawers made of plastic. Although solid, it is still easy to transport or move. I just keep mine set up all the time next to my computer so that I can use it at a moments notice.
It cuts beautifully - anything from light weight scrapbook paper, to moderate chipboard. Super fast too, in comparison to my little cutter! A real plus is the fact that you can use just about any width of pen with the blade holder, with no other accessory needed.
And, in my opinion, the absolute best reason to buy a Gazelle is the outstanding customer support! I had a small problem getting the software updates to work with my computer, and I posted a cry for help at the Bosskut Gazelle Owners forum, and within moments, one of the customer service technical support people contacted me and asked when would be a good time for them to call and help me. Well, I had grandkids over most of that day, so we scheduled for the next day - Sunday! Can you believe it! Sunday! She called, and within minutes had me back up and cutting again (Thanks Terri!).
The software has a bit of a learning curve, but there are so many tutorials available, that, after going through them. you should be able to create pretty much anything you want.
If you aren't up to designing your own cutting files, more and more file designers are offering the .wpc file format for purchase at reasonable prices, and there are many free files available too, through websites and online groups/forums.
It cuts 12x12, cuts chipboard, is solidly built, can cut welded titles and text using .ttf fonts and ding bats, comes with great updated software and is reasonably priced. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this cutter to anyone!!!
I love Bosskut Gazelle and I want to buy it . I cant find it in Europe, can you tell me please if you κnow a store in Europe?
I bought the BossKut Gazelle a few months ago and I absolutely LOVE it. This is my second electronic die-cutter. I previously owned a Craft Robo (which is similar to the Wishblade and Sillhouette) but I wanted something that could cut larger (12x12) and thicker (chipboard) materials. So far I have been totally satisfied with the Gazelle. I have cut all kinds of paper, cardstock (textured Bazzil is no sweat), various thicknesses of chipboard, template plastic (make your own doodle templates and painting masks), shrinky dink plastic, and more. The software is very powerful and flexible but a little bit quirky at times. There is a bit of a learning curve with this product (as with all computer-based die cutters). If you're comfortable setting up computers and printers and learning new software then you should be able to handle a computer-based die cutter. If you're afraid of computers then stick with the Cricut or a manual die cutter. But I think that of the electronic die cutters out there now, the Gazelle is at least as good as any of them, plus it costs a bit less. And if you use it with a laptop it is portable, although I still have to find a bag that is wide enough to hold my Gazelle flat! But I have taken it to all day crops before. For shorter crops I add my die cut embellishments after I get back.
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