Looks like I need that shim asap! Thank you for showing how it works. Tip for the sharp edges: carefully use a very gritty sanding block or a nail file to take the sharp edge off. Gloves would be a good idea while you work... Or you might suggest to the manufacturer that they do deburring (I used to do work doing that in aerospace & had a deburring tool that I ran along the edge of airplane parts, to knock that sharpness off. It was rather quick to do with the right tool.) Just thought I'd mention it in case it's helpful. :)
Thank you sooo much!!! I bought the plate and every cut is perfect. I did not even have to roll it through more than once. I am buying one for my friend. I was returning thinlet dies because they did not cut. I have the Cuttlebug. Now I will revisit those returns.
Hi Christy, You can get the metal shim at the Taylored Expressions store (tayloredexpressions . com). I can't leave a direct link in the comments here but if you search Metal Adapter Shim you'll find it! It's $11.95.
Hi Delune, thanks for your question. We have not tested our shim with the Sizzix Sizzlits so I hesitate to say that it will resolve your issue. I can say that the shim is most helpful particularly when using intricate dies on the Cuttlebug and Big Shot, so if you're using either of those machines then the shim may be the fix. If you would like to try the shim, please email me at support [at] tayloredexpressions . com. and I'll be happy to work with you further on obtaining a shim. Thanks!
i'm a beginner so not clear to me if using the metal shim do I use plastic plate on platform or just put shim on platform then die, paper and plastic plate in other words are you using both plastic plates or just one? thanks
Thank you for sharing this ! I wanna start using my Big Shot and try my hand at cardmaking. I often saw cardmaking tutorials here on TH-cam using this Metal Shim and always wondered what's a Metal Shim and is it necessary to have. Glad to see that it is a great tool to have. Will definitely add it to my Wish List. Would a piece of sheet metal from a hardware store work as a Metal Shim alternative ?
Hi Taylor I notice that your awesome tutorial is out dated can you share how to use it in the new Sizzix machine and what about also with the magnetic platform as well? tfs
Hi Diana - there is only one width of shim that we offer and recommend for use with the Big Shot. You can find it here: www.tayloredexpressions.com/supplies/tools/metal-adapter-shim.html. Please let me know if you have any further questions! Thanks!
OMG Thanks for the tip. I am always running my dies thru my sizzix up to six times.
Looks like I need that shim asap! Thank you for showing how it works. Tip for the sharp edges: carefully use a very gritty sanding block or a nail file to take the sharp edge off. Gloves would be a good idea while you work... Or you might suggest to the manufacturer that they do deburring (I used to do work doing that in aerospace & had a deburring tool that I ran along the edge of airplane parts, to knock that sharpness off. It was rather quick to do with the right tool.) Just thought I'd mention it in case it's helpful. :)
Thanks for your comment Mel! We'll be sure to ask about deburring the metal shims so that we can all wear a few less band-aids. Happy crafting!
Thank you sooo much!!! I bought the plate and every cut is perfect. I did not even have to roll it through more than once. I am buying one for my friend. I was returning thinlet dies because they did not cut. I have the Cuttlebug. Now I will revisit those returns.
Yay! We are super happy to hear that this was helpful for you. :)
I've just had a plate through the post and wow game changer thank you for sharing ⚘
Glad we could help!
Looks very helpful...never heard of this before. Thank you
Great idea!
Hi Christy,
You can get the metal shim at the Taylored Expressions store (tayloredexpressions . com). I can't leave a direct link in the comments here but if you search Metal Adapter Shim you'll find it! It's $11.95.
Hi Delune, thanks for your question. We have not tested our shim with the Sizzix Sizzlits so I hesitate to say that it will resolve your issue. I can say that the shim is most helpful particularly when using intricate dies on the Cuttlebug and Big Shot, so if you're using either of those machines then the shim may be the fix. If you would like to try the shim, please email me at support [at] tayloredexpressions . com. and I'll be happy to work with you further on obtaining a shim. Thanks!
i'm a beginner so not clear to me if using the metal shim do I use plastic plate on platform or just put shim on platform then die, paper and plastic plate in other words are you using both plastic plates or just one? thanks
My question is - can we use this metal adapter plate when die cutting a soda/beer can sheet?
I like this idea. Where can I purchase the metal shin and how much does it cost? Thanks for sharing!!!!
Thank you for sharing this ! I wanna start using my Big Shot and try my hand at cardmaking. I often saw cardmaking tutorials here on TH-cam using this Metal Shim and always wondered what's a Metal Shim and is it necessary to have. Glad to see that it is a great tool to have. Will definitely add it to my Wish List. Would a piece of sheet metal from a hardware store work as a Metal Shim alternative ?
Hi Taylor I notice that your awesome tutorial is out dated can you share how to use it in the new Sizzix machine and what about also with the magnetic platform as well? tfs
wow I will pick one up thank you
Do you have any of the metal shims . I would love to get one.
Yes we do! :)
www.tayloredexpressions.com/supplies/tools/metal-adapter-shim.html
i have a big shot and dont know the width of shim i need please can you help me thanx
Hi Diana - there is only one width of shim that we offer and recommend for use with the Big Shot. You can find it here: www.tayloredexpressions.com/supplies/tools/metal-adapter-shim.html. Please let me know if you have any further questions! Thanks!
The one we sell on our website is 5 1/2" by 7 3/4".
thankyou so much i plan to buy one asap
Will this work with the Vagabond?
I believe so. If you’re concerned, the size is 5 1/2" x 7 3/4".
@@TayloredExpressions thanks so much - I NEED this!!!
web doesn't work
Because this video is a bit dated.. here you go: www.tayloredexpressions.com/metal-shim/