NEW SIZZIX BIG SHOT SWITCH PLUS, beginners guide- how to use the machine for die cutting & embossing
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PLEASE NOTE, when reversing the machine, you don't need to hold down the button as I do in the video, you can just press it once and release.
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At the time of publishing, not all retailers have the Switch yet - I'll pop back and add more links next week once it's available more widely.
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I am a freelance designer for Sizzix, so all Sizzix products will have been sent to me free of charge as part of my design work. All other products have been purchased by myself unless stated otherwise. I only use products I genuinely love, and wouldn't recommend anything I don't personally use. My videos are not sponsored or paid for, I share ideas and tutorials because I enjoy doing so. - Jak na to + styl
Thank you so much Sharon, I really really enjoyed watching you take us all through this amazing new Bigshot. It’s a really really awesome machine too. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags
Thank you Sharon. I have waited many years for this. I can't wait for it to arrive xxxx
Been waiting a long time for this one so I have to have it next week 😊. Thanks for the guided tour Sharon ❤️
Thanks for the tips about being able to use regular size plates from the Big Shot manual machine in it, I didn’t know that - it would save me heaps of money on cutting plates - fantastic tip !😊🎉
Thank you so much I just got the switch today and was so eager to get started you made it all very easy.
Thanks for this, I have a tim holtz stamp platform due to poor dexterity and this helped me get back to stamping. a macine like this will help me back to die cutting and embossing again. I love my cuttlebug, but just dont have the dexterity for winding it now.
I am very empress look ‘s like a life saver thank you for sharing
Theola
Hello, i am from Canada and my machine is due to arrive tomorrow June 10th. I have had it on order since end of February beginning of March. Your unboxing and this video really give me a good idea what to expect. I am so excited to get it. Once i get it if i have any questions i will be sure to contact you. I have subscribed to your channel so hopefully you will have more videos.
Thank you very much for your demonstration. I am going to start clearing space for this. H
So pleased this has come out - I’ve been avoiding using my Big Shot because of my hands. My switch is coming next week😍 1 week later - all set up and it’s so simple to use! It has a nice neat footprint and really saves my arthritic hands. I bought a Precision Plate to use with it as I use a lot of thin dies as well as my steel rule dies. It’s a game changer for me!
I'm not so sure you should use a precision plate with th Switch. I know you can't on the fold away. Please verify with Sizzix
Yes you’re right. Thankfully I realised before I did any damage😁
Love it at last ! Picked up mine last evening thrilled! In Columbus Ohio pretty sorbet color from Hobby Lobby
Great video on using different sandwiches (plates) in the Switch. Thank you for sharing!!
Can we use the magnetic platform with it?
@@judyhall5642 I'm not sure if you can, I don't use the magnetic platform. I just use washi tape to hold things down, I had a huge problem with my dies slipping on the magnetic platform.
Thanks Sharon. Just ordered mine from Sir Stampalot for £219. Can't wait to get it next week
Amazing new machine you got 🥰 enjoy it ❤ thanks for sharing and happy crafting Hugs xx
You have such a lovely well organized area to craft in!
Thank you so much!
Brilliant!! Didn't know that I can use the platforms from my manual bagshot. So much easier when you're not using A4 size card/dies and paper. Didn't find the pictures on the platform very helpful for embossing without a folder. Have now ordered the embossing mats for it.
Loved watching your video, now I have to get one too, would love too learn how to do this!!
Excellent instruction
Thank you for the information.
Nice video showing the Switch Plus, mine comes today and I can't wait. I hope you have figured out my now that you don't have to hold the reverse button, just push it and it automatically reverses with no need to hold the button down. Thanks for the review!
Yes, I realised straight away, it’s just habit from using the Express which you do have to hold - I added a note to the description box to clarify it 😀
@@sharoncurtis Oh good, I guess I missed that! Thanks!!!
I thanks I am going to get this soon.
After 2yrs I finally order mine for £150, which is amazing price. I couldn't resist it anymore 😊😅❤
Just received mine! Thanks for this video! I needed the electric because my shoulder was getting cranky with the cranking haha So can I use my magnetic platform as well in here?
Thank you!
Would absolutely love to replace my Gemini and purchase this new Sizzix . However ,I just can’t afford it . Love the demo thanks for sharing
I love the boiling water technique for warped cutting plates. It only takes 20 minutes and they turn out beautifully and clean
Can you please tell me what this boiling water technique is? I am nervous of putting the plates in the oven.
@@laskaslullabies559 if you Google Jennifer McGuire ink she gasva great video on fixing warped plates easy peasy and very good info
Lovely looking machine, such a shame it didn’t come out in 2020 as I bought the Gemini electric machine, was having to many issues with my hands. Thank you for showing this lovely machine.👍❤
I think the Gemini is a wonderful machine…..best I’ve ever used with intricate dies!
Hey Janette, I too bought the large Gemini machine (arthritis issues) around the same time as you and I do love it, however when I started to get into mini albums, I soon learned you cannot use it with steel rule dies. It is for that reason, after much pondering and looking for a sale, that I just ordered the Switch. I can't afford having both machines so I will have to sell the Gemini but it is a great machine. Happy crafting, Janette
Thanks so much!
You're welcome!
Hi Sharon,thank you for that great information,I was wondering if Sizzix will bring out A4 Embossing Folders,I would love that,
You don’t need to leave your finger on the reverse button, just touch it once and release - it still works 😊😊😊
Yes I know. I added a comment to the description. I had been using the Express for years so was just on auto pilot!
Oh, I guess that you've answered my question. I just want to let all the ladies know that for my other die machine, I have different colored plates so that I know which one goes on the bottom and that's the one that will always get etched.
Nice machine, can you use Gemini Foil Press in this machine ??
A lot of people are getting rid of their Bigz dies but I like them because they can cut so many layers at one time. I have the Fold-Away and was very disappointed because one side would not fold up. Made me so angry because I could not get anyone to help me with that from the company. I had given away my Big Kick so I kept the Fold-Away so I can use the Bigz dies. I have many other manual and electric machines. I would like to get this machine but I don't know if I can justify the cost. Thank you for the very informative video. I knew Sissix would finally get on the electric band wagon, it would just be a matter of time for them to do it and work out all the kinks from the other machines. 3D embossing folders can be a real problem and I think the Sissix machines handle them the best.
Hi 👋 dear, how are you doing?
@@Godwinpounds4333 very well thank you. Just busy ☺️
@@pamelasertich9850 It’s nice meeting you here Pamela, where are you texting from?
Apart from the plate size, what does this have that makes it better than the Big shot Express please? xx
My arms are not very usable lol so I wondered if I can always reverse every cut, ie never need to let it come out of the back? That would be so fabulous. I only really use thin dies but I use a lot. Thank you for your videos xx
yes, you could - and you can also use the plates and platform from the standard size machine which are a bit easier to handle than the big A4 plates if you are only using small thin dies.
Can you use a sidekick plates with this as well.
I have ordered this and having been waiting about 2years. So I’m so jealous, cannot wait. I have the Gemini. Like the machine, hate the plates. Especially the magnetic mat which is useless. I have the big shot, love the plates, but it just doesn’t cut as well as my Gemini. So his is the absolute best of both worlds. Can’t wait to get it.
Buy Spellbinders metal gold plate. It works in Both Gemini machines for metal dies and its indestructible
Can u use those really big long dies for it can’t think what the are called. And the clear plates ect from the other machines can u use them to in here
Can you emboss dies and stencils with the silicone mat with this machine? What would the sandwich be?
Just found this video. I have had my machine (in @Aus) since Christmas . I absolutely love it, & didn't think or realise I can use my small plates with this. My large plate has warped badly, which I am not surprised about, or concerned, but would like to know what your preferred flattening method is please. Then I will use my other plates for small dies.
I flip and rotate my plates a lot, which helps minimise warping. I don't use a flattening method personally, I just keep using them, and when they get too bad I replace them. I know lots of crafters use boiling water and then put something heavy on top. for me, I feel life is too short! I just replace them when they get too bad.
Thank you for the introduction video! I ordered the Big Shot and it arrives tomorrow. I like sewing wool-- penny medallions. I want to know if Sizzix has bigz dies to cut a range of circles from wool. Is this something that I can do with the Big Shot?
Yes you can get a range of basic shapes like circles - have a look at the Sizzix website.
Hi - I just opened my new machine and did the first cut which went beautifully. When I tried a second cut it kept spitting back the materials. I did exactly like the first time? I then tried to eliminate the green plate but still the same results. Tried to emboss and again it kept spitting it back out? Any suggestions. Thanks, Karen
Does it matter if your die is face down or face up & do you need to hold down the reverse button or just press & release? Thn
Hi Sharon I just bought the big shot plus Switch and I love it, can I use me magic mat and will the plates warp easily
There is a bit more pressure on the Switch, but it has been designed to have optimum pressure so it doesn’t warp the plates too fast. Make sure you flip and rotate them. I’ve never used the magic mat personally (but you do want to consider your warranty if using non Sizzix accessories as it might affect it).
great demo… where do you get your magnetic pads to store your dies from ?
I'm in the UK, and tend to pick up my magnetic sheets at craft shows (I buy A4 sheets then cut them to fit the storage wallets). The storage wallets I use are the Avery Elle storage pockets.
Sharon, can you help me please? What is the correct sandwiches for using Sue Wilson & Spellbinders dies in may new Switch? I've had to resort to using my Gemini machine for these dies as the recommended sandwich will not go through my Switch. I love the Switch but this is driving me crazy! Please can you help me?
Great video Miss. Hey could you show me the Turntable you used for it? I have several machines from a Switch to the mini Empress. Keep doing vids. You're really good at it. Thx.
I don't have a turntable, so not sure what you mean?
Cuando la plataforma esta en movimiento hasta el otro extremo, ella llega a un punto y se detiene o hay que estar pendiente de cogerla antes de que se pueda caer? es una pregunta boba, pero cuando la maquina es manual, yo estoy en el proceso todo el tiempo, al ser eléctrica me libera y podría hacer otra cosa mientras la maquina hace el proceso sola?
What do you do when the plates get stuck in the machine on a return please?
when will the new large plates be available
Hello! Are the smaller sized Big Shot plates with a bevelled edge? I've currently got a Big Shot Plus. So I wonder if you perhaps created the "right" kind of edge for the Switch?
yes, the smaller plates do have a bevelled edge, but it's a nicer edge on the Switch plates.
thank you for a very consice demo. First time have had mine plugged in. Have I purchased wrong machine, OR does this cut fabric dies, because that is why I bought it. lol I have used Sizzix and another brand of die cutters for years, so, this baby has got me tiptoeing around it. Thank heeps. Meg.P
Yes - the Switch has all the same capabilities as the manual Big Shot, so you can use Bigz dies to cut fabric.
thank you
Hey Sharon, my first time watching you, by chance really as I myself just ordered the Switch but still waiting for it to arrive. May I ask, does the small platform that you demoed in this video, does it fit if you run it through in landscape position (in otherwords, the long edge of the platform goes thru first)? In my experience, the larger the clear plates are, the more they are apt to warp. I noticed this when I got my Sidekick manual die cutting machine. I use that one every chance I get (it only has 2.5 inch opening but perfect for sentiments and/or florals) and I've probably used it for over 4 years and the plates have not warped. So, the bigger the plates are means the faster they warp. However, as we all know, constantly flipping and/or rotating them prolongs their life. Oh, I absolutely love the size of your work area....that's a crafter's dream for sure! Thanks for the info, Sharon
Hi Nancy, yes you can put the smaller platform through either way, it fits both ways, and I agree, the smaller plates are better especially when you only need to use small dies - much quicker. I very rarely use the large plates as I don’t have that many bigger dies.
Thank you very much for your tutorial! Question: You used a squar-ish sized charcoal base platform (it might have been about 6" square?). Its name? It sounded as though you called it a "chrome bass plate?" Also, I was not clear when that platform should be used. Thank you, in advance.
I do have another video on the accessories for the Sizzix machines that you might want to check out, and there is one specifically on the Chrome Precision Base plate. It's used for those really intricate, detailed dies that you'd normally have to run back and forth through the machine a few times to get to cut perfectly.
What paper cutter do you recommend?
Which machine do you prefer; the switch or the express?
can you tell me how long the cord is on the machine?
It’s been a year and I have two questions, one: do you still love it? 2: can you use the magnetic platform in it that can be used in the old big shot? Thanks for the video.
Yes I do, it’s a great machine. Yes you can use the magnetic platform with it.
Do you know when the switch will come to the USA been waiting for it.
I’ve seen it at hobby lobby
Do you know if there are plans to have a large magnetic mat? I love my magnetic plate.
No idea sorry
I just received mine as well and am lost with one of the dies that came with the florals/foliage set. Can you let me know how or what you are using it for? It’s the rectangle piece with lines cut into it.
that's a flower centre. you roll it to create stamens for the centre of your flowers.
Can this machine cut thin fabric or faux leather?
Can the Sizzix magnetic platform be used wilt this machine?
Yes it can, and the chrome precision plate.
I read it has a reverse if you overstack the sand which. Is this your experience?
Yes it does
Very nice and thanks for showing me how it works with several different things. I'd love one, but I have my BigShot. Do you take trade ins? Just kidding.
Hi Sharon, I have just been watching your video demo you done 10 months ago on the Sizzix big shot switch plus I was very impressed with your demo so I subscribed to your Channel 👍 I had an Electric die cutting & embossing Machine for about 6 years but it has just given up the Ghost Please can you answer a few questions for me ( I didn’t Notice in your demo what Sort of handles the machine had & how Heavy it is )……………( and could you leave the Plastic covering on the plates to help to stop Them marking )
Thank you I hope you get this message all the best Lin P.S Love to watch you on Telly ❤️👍
Hi Linda, there are handles on the side (I think from memory I cover that in my unboxing video so you might want to watch that too). The machine is fairly heavy but easy enough to lift and move). No, leaving the plastic on the plates wouldn’t stop them marking, the plastic cover would soon get shredded and make a mess. It’s normal for the plates to mark, just keep flipping and rotating them, and place your dies in different areas to get the most out of them.
I bought the white version from create and craft and got a pack of felt as part of the bundle. I managed to cut the flowers out with the felt and it cut very well but was not sure if I was using correct order of plates for fabric. Could not find any info about cutting fabric on the plates or the instruction sheet. Can you tell me what fabric I can use and plate order etc. Thank you. X
You can use fabric. You will want Bigz dies for fabric so it’s just the two clear plates.
@@sharoncurtis Thank you Sharon x
Hi Sharon, Sorry I meant to ask you can you use a HOT FOILING MACHINE WITH THIS DIE CUTTING MACHINE. THANK YOU ❤️
Yes, I use the Spellbinders Glimmer with mine - check out my video list as there’s a video on it. 😀
Could you use a magnetic p,ate with this machine. I got the black one and it didn’t have all the extras just the four plates.
Yes if you want to
Hello Sharon
Do we have a date that it will appear on Create and Craft at all, I have had a sizzix machine from the very first one, then to a Big shot and now a big shot plus would be interested in looking at this one
Yes it’s on this week! Pete is on C&C Friday and Saturday, I’ll be there on Sunday.
@@sharoncurtis thank you very much
Can we use non Sizzix die cuts in this machine?
Can you use the magnetic base plate with this?
Discodolly456 did a test and yes you can
Do both plates get marked
I watched your video of how to use the Big Shot Switch Plus. It is not like my experience. I have done the same as you but when I hit the button for the platform, etc. to go through there is a loud grinding noise. When it comes out the other side, the cutting pads are bent, the top one more than the bottom. Why???
I have just discovered that our local spotlight stores in Australia are now selling this machine, I am still debating whether I should purchase one or not.
I was wondering can you use other brands of embossing folders & die cuts with this machine?
Yes you can 👍
What is the difference between the machine "plus" and the one just saying switch both are the new electric machines. Is the plus an upgrade already?
No it’s the same machine
Hi - can I use my BIg Shot plates in the Big Shot Plus ?
Yes you can, I do it all the time.
Now that you’ve had it for 2 years, would you still recommend it? Thinking seriously about getting this. My arm is tired of cranking! 😉
Yes, it's a fabulous machine.
Looking at buying this machine, like the idea that can also use platforms and plates of my normal Big Shot.
Question............can I use my magnetic plate with this machine?
Yes you can use the magnetic platform, and the chrome precision plate with the Switch.
Thank you Sharon
Great demo 😍 What does this cost in the Uk ?
Sir Stampalot have it at £219 for preorder - despatching o Tuesday1st Feb. RRP is £235
You obviously know your product, so I feel that you will be able to answer this question. I have asked a ton of Sizzix reps and they just "fluff me off." They seem to think the sandwich for the Big Shot and Big Shot Plus is the same. Here's my question: I want to cut craft foam (to be used in shaker cards) using my Big Shot Plus. What is the order for making the sandwich? I will be using a thin metal die. Thank you.
The sandwich would be the same for the Big Shot and the Big Shot plus. For thin metal dies, it's base plate, thin die adapter, then two cutting plates. You can put your dies face down or face up. You will find mixed results with craft foam and thin metal dies - obviously they are meant just for card stock, so to cut something like foam, you need to make sure it's not too thick or too dense.
Can you use the Magic mats with this machine?
the platforms for this machine are the same as the Big Shot Plus, so technically yes. However, using anything like that will void your warranty, so you need to bear that in mind.
You don’t have to keep the reverse button held down. Just push the button and release. FYI
Yes I know - it was habit from using the Express 😂
Can you get a magnetic platform yet?
Hi Sharon, can you tell me please if you are still happy with the sizzix big shot switch plus machine? I am a crafter in Australia and I can get one from our local Spotlight store, I was thinking seriously about getting it as I’ve just done a lot of die cutting with my normal big shot and its making my shoulder hurt, its an injury I sustained about 5 years ago. I was wondering why my shoulder was aching more recently and using the handle on my big shot has just made the penny drop! So glad I can use the normal plates too. Thank you for the very good review. Sandy, Melbourne, Australia
Hi Sandy. Yes, I do, I tend to use my smaller, manual Big Shot day to day, and I keep the Switch under my desk to save space, but I've recently started using a lot of A4 sized dies from Carnation, so it's on and off my desk constantly!
Do both clear plates get scratched? Or have I done something wrong?
Yes they will, most crafters like to use the same plate on top each time so that one stays fairly clear (stops your card getting so marked by any scratches).
Have you heard of the self healing cutting mat hack? Stops the plates getting scratched up.
I have - but just remember if you use anything that's not a Sizzix product in your machine, you're going to void your warranty.
Can you use the magnetic platform with the switch?
yes you can.
Pretty slick machine! Couple questions....why is it called the “switch plus”? Also, I noticed you did not angle the dies as you were feeding them into the machine....I’ve always seen people doing an angle (including Tim himself) that it puts less stress on the machine. CZcams suggested this video....TYFS! New subbie here Michigan USA ❤️🦋💜
Hi Cindy, well I don't know who came up with the name, but the 'Plus' part is to clarify about the size (to align with the Big Shot Plus manual machine). Yes, angling your dies does help, I do that too when I remember.
Just called "SWTCH". Not compared to the manual "Plus".
I have a number of Eileen Hull's scoreboard dies. Will the extended cutting pads work with this and the crease pad? Please advise on what if anything I would need extra to use the longer bigz dies and for scoring.
You can use the extended plates and crease pad (or you could use the plates it comes with as they are the same length as the extended plates).
To reverse do you have to hold the reverse button continuously or press and release to reverse the plates? Thanks
No you don’t have to hold it (I realised I held it down because I’m used to using the Sizzix Express that you do need to hold down).
Thank you.
Another question will the sizzix multi-function platform work with this new machine? That’s the platform with the tabs attached. Many thanks.
@@nangustafson8110 yes, any of the plates from other Sizzix machines will work - the 'mouth' of the machine is the same depth as the other Big Shots.
Thank U Thank U! Waiting for it to be avail on Amazon USA. Woo hoo
Advice please….I’ve had my machine for some time but am finding the top plate is quite scarred from the back side of the die (I cut die face down). The scarring is transferring to the card stock. Very annoying. I place printer paper over the die to try to prevent it but the paper lasts only 2 passes and then it too transfers scarring to the card stock. It’s like there is too much pressure. And hints?
you can try placing the die in different areas of the plate as well as what you are doing with copier paper.
will the a5 plates fit through the other way, by turning the plates ?
they would, yes.
@@sharoncurtis, thanks, that's great.... just ordered my switch plus.
Can you use the magnetic plate with this machine?
Yes you can
HELP PLEASE! I am doing the embossing folder just as you showed, but it does not emboss my paper.
Hello Sharon, thanks you forum your tutorial, I've ben waiting for a long time for this beautiful machines. I have 2 quistions. Can you use the sidekick pilates in the switch and how does it work with the magnetic plates? Ohhh and? If you have bigz plates with a score line, how does that work. Hope you can tell me that. Thanks for so far, Marjolijn greetings from a dutchy. 😊
Hi Sharon, Can you use the standard size plates on the large platform? Or should you use large plates only?
You could yes.
Please could u tell me how to sandwich an ordinary die example gemini ones
Hi, it's all in the video (I'm assuming by 'ordinary die' you mean a wafer thin metal die?)
Hi , how do you place your dies on card. Face down or face up then card? thanks.
Either way is fine. I usually put face down so I can see exactly where on the card it is, unless it's a really detailed, intricate die, then I do face up because for some reason it cuts better face up.
@@sharoncurtis thanks Sharon. i have never used a big shot switch plus before. could you tell me the sequence of plates to cut a regular die please. is it just a base plate and two cutting plates.
Can you use movers and shapers with this machine?? I’ve tried to find the answer online and it seems as though you can’t. I just want to double check with an expert
If it's the movers and shapers that fit into a Bigz die then yes. The mouth opening for the Switch is the same as the standard and plus Big Shot, so you can use the plates, platforms, accessories that you use with the manual Big Shot's with the Switch.