There's so much information to share about Stampin' Up!'s Sizzix Big Shot Die Cut machine! I'm hoping this page will become a one-stop information resource for you. I'll be updating it with helpful facts and tips, so be sure to check back often!
Is the Big Shot compatible with other dies?
- The Big Shot is compatible with all dies by all manufacturers.
What is included in the Stampin' Up! Big Shot Starter Kit?
- Big Shot Die-Cut Machine
- Multipurpose Platform and Standard Cutting Pads
- 2 Stampin' Up! exclusive Bigz Dies (Scallop Envelope and Top Note)
- 1 Stampin' Up! exclusive Sizzlits 4-Pack (Birds & Blooms)
- 1 Stampin' Up! exclusive Decorative Strip (Billboard)
- Decorative Strip Cutting Pads and Extended Spacer Platform
What else do I receive if order the Stampin' Up! Big Shot Starter kit?
- a free Level 1 Hostess set from the *NEW* Fall / Winter 2008 catalog (from SU!)
- $20 in free Stampin' Up! product (from SU!)
- a free (with free shipping) Spring / Summer 2009 catalog if you don't already have one (from ME!)
- free phone or email support with your Big Shot questions (from ME!)
What materials can be cut with the Stampin' Up! Sizzix Big Shot?
- Click here for a list of the 50 items that can be cut with a Big Shot.
Can I see a brochure?
- Yes, here is the Big Shot Brochure (.pdf file).
How do I use the Big Shot?
- Here are the downloadable Big Shot Instructions. (pdf file)
Does Stampin' Up! offer any material that I can cut with the Big Shot?
Yes, aside from the obvious paper, Stampin' Up! now offers four colors of Décor Elements Sheets (Dark Gray, White, Kraft, and Chocolate) as well as specially-shaped chipboard to fit into your Big Shot without any trimming!
Décor Elements Sheets
Each package comes with two (2) 12" x 24" sheets of vinyl in specified color, along with two (2) 12" x 24" sheets of transfer tape to make using your vinyl pieces easy to use. Instructions for use are included in the package.
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Item |
Product Name |
Price |
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114334 |
Dark Gray Décor Elements Sheets |
$12.95 |
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114335 |
White Décor Elements Sheets |
$12.95 |
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114336 |
Kraft Décor Elements Sheets |
$12.95 |
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114337 |
Chocolate Décor Elements Sheets |
$12.95 |
On Board Long Board
Each package contains six (6) sheets of natural colored chipboard (5-3/4" x 13-3/4"). This size is perfect for sliding into the Big Shot without needing to trim or cut pieces. Use with rule-based dies (Originals, Bigz, and Bigz XL dies).
| Item | Product Name | Price |
| 114320 | On Board Long Board | $6.95 |
Big Shot Tips
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When using a new die, you may get flecks of black foam from the pad on the material that you're cutting. Wipe it away gently - it will come right off of your cut shape. This 'shedding' should stop after you've used your die for a while.
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When cutting something, make sure that you place the front side of the material that you're cutting against the cutting suface of the die. See this post for images of the very clear front and back of a die cut image.
