Cuttlebug Updates

I thought I would post the additional information I discovered regarding the uses of the Cuttlebug (CB). After creating with my sister, Betty over the phone she taught me what I will need to do in order to use my CB with my brass stencils. I am SO excited being that I have some absolutely gorgeous stencils.

Create a "sandwich" as follows:

• CB A pad
• CB B pad
• computer mouse pad which is fabric on one side and a rubbery material on the other. This mouse pad should be slightly less than 1/4" thick. Place the mouse pad rubbery side up.
• paper (less expensive paper only needs one pass through, Stampin' Up! and other heavier weight papers need 2-3 passes to get a crisp clean image)
• CB B pad

I can hardly wait to find an inexpensive mouse pad. I looked high and low and the only one we have I didn't dare cut up - LOL! I'm also going to see if I can find a Spellbinder Wizard Rubber Mat - I think that will be the perfect selection as well.

For those who own a Sizzix, you will be thrilled to know that the CB embossing folders and die cuts work with it too. I tested this for a friend yesterday and it worked great - it just took a LOT more work.

Hopefully I will have some pictures to share soon. I have a serious case of Cuttlebugitis that's for certain!

Comments

[Sue Orchard]

Hi Ellen, Just love your cards. How on earth do you get beautifully cut scalloped edges for strips of card or vellum?

[Percy]

I was told to use a plunger's mat for the cuttlebug when I want to use my brass stencils. There are several mats in the package. I found I had to use the very thin rubber mat along with the slightly thicker rubber mat to get a great impression, however I also get the impression of the brass plate (which I did not want) on my card. I want to avoid cutting up the mats for each brass stencil - any suggestions?

[sarah]

dontknow if its just me but I couldnt get it to work where do I place the stencil underneath the paper or on top

[Taylor]

You *made* me buy the Cuttlebug! I got it Monday night and I love it! I'm so excited to hear that I can use my other embossing stencils with it! Can't wait to try it out, but first I gotta get through Thanksgiving. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, Ellen! I'm thankful for you and all the talent that you share with us!