How do you use Sizzix dies in a cuttlebug
Submitted by Cattaztrophy on February 26, 2009 - 13:13.
A friend of mine bought a Cuttlebug and tried to use her sizzix dies with the cuttlebug. It did not work, as the die was supposed to cut out and it only embossed the cardstock. Is there a specific sequence for using sizzix dies with a cuttlebug?
Most of the die manufacturers design their dies to fit their own machines, so being able to use other dies in them can be a bit hit and miss sometimes.
It sounds as though the Sizzix dies you tried to use are a bit thinner than the cuttlebug ones so you will need to add another layer or "Shim" to the cutting sandwich. If the machine comes with cutting pads ensure you are using the right number, or that anyou have got any necessary converter plates and try again. If need be try adding a couple of layers of cardstock to the sandwich to increase the pressure.
I don't have a bug myself but I know from using Quickutz dies in the Sidekick that you not only need the two cutting pads and the die - you also need a little black converter plate to make the thin Quickuts die cut properly
