Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby CreativePointe » July 9th, 2014, 4:57 pm

I got my SB today and spent a few hours just doing the basics--getting the feel of the machine by cutting cardstock and vinyl. I'm so pleased with how everything cuts!! I pulled out this file I'd been saving ( http://imagesbyheatherm.wordpress.com/?s=birdcage+box ) and decided to jump in with both feet. The fold lines didn't turn out that great (I used the embossing tool on the regular mat), so I still need to work on that but overall, a GREAT start! Paper is from K & Company (Que Sera Sera) and is thin but has a sheen. I added a little tealight decorated with washi tape and some shred to the inside of the box. Would make an awesome favor.
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby Elizabeth » July 9th, 2014, 5:05 pm

Gorgeous! You are going to love what you can do! (for score lines, I have better luck with the engraving tool, although I admit to being lazy and just cutting dashed lines with my regular blade most often!)
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby Gigi » July 9th, 2014, 6:08 pm

I have to say that is quite amazing that you have reached this point in a day! Way to go. That is a great file and you did a beautiful job.

Like Elizabeth, I get lazy and tend to just lower the pressure on the machine when I have fold lines and just score with the blade I have in. If I can find a way around changing blades I will, even though I have separate blade holders for each (yes - totally lazy and want carefree adjustments!!) :)

Again, just want to say - GREAT job!!
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby CreativePointe » July 9th, 2014, 8:33 pm

Thanks Ladies. It helped that I am very familiar with SCAL, cut at least weekly and studied up on the SB while waiting for it to arrive. I'm sure that I will be a bit less impressive when I try the things I've never done before...like P & C, embossing, etching & distressing. Hopefully I'll have some hair left after trying those! lol
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby Suzan » July 10th, 2014, 10:37 am

I always put my score lines on a different layer, and then just use my normal blade and cut at a super low force of I thik 5 -7. It has always worked best for me.
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby janrichards » July 10th, 2014, 10:47 am

Heather is a great designer and was a regular on the SCAL forum but she does have her own blog. I cut this file out of red and gave it to my doctor's receptionist, she thanks me again every time I go in there!
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby nannie4 » July 11th, 2014, 5:28 am

Awesome, Jan! I have some of Heather's files, but not that particular one. It's very nice. I can't wait to try some of Monica Bjork's files that I could never cut before :) The SB is an awesome machine and I love SCAL 3. Craftedge has kept it along the lines of ecal, and I'm happy about that.
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby Gigi » July 11th, 2014, 9:10 am

Monica's files cut beautifully on the SB - you will love the results! Have fun!!
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby Elizabeth » July 11th, 2014, 10:38 am

I'm a long time fan of Monica also. Her files were at the top of my list to try when I upgraded from a Cricut to a Black Cat several years ago. My Silver Bullet handles them beautifully, as did my Cougars!
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby LisaH » July 12th, 2014, 2:22 am

Awesome job!!
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Re: Finally, I can cut some intricate stuff!!

Postby Pamela Richardson » July 28th, 2014, 6:14 pm

Hello! Wow! Your creations are fabulous for your very first day! I can hardly wait to see what you create when you have more experience. I hope that you enjoy your great new Silver Bullet! Best wishes from Pamela Richardson
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