I'm in love! This thing cuts thru paper like butta! It's wonderful (so far! *wink*)I think it'll take a little getting used to, but so far I LOVE it! I got the smaller one, not the 2-in-1 version, I can't stand rotary trimmers :) This size is perfect for card makers. The measurements go up to 8 3/4 and just over 5 1/2. I would suggest the larger size if you intend to use it for scrapbooking.
Ok the things I LOVE about it:
The price! I got mine from HSN for $12.95 +s/h
The clean cuts it makes! It cut goes right thru the paper beautifully!
My big thing - there's a measurement for 5 1/2 right on the top! No more pulling out a long bar thingy that I have to make room for on my desk, and having the cut be off just because the paper had to go down to get to the measurement. KWIM? No blades to replace! Woo Hoo!
The blade locks when not in use! Plus the blade is not sharp. It's a flat edge, so it's safe for kids to use too.
It's lightweight, and with the storage inside the clear part, it'll be nice for taking to crops and shoebox swaps!
Cons:
The little safety bar you have to push down before you cut. But this is the thing I think I'll just have to get used to.
I wish they'd have put the little hash marks on the underside of the clear plastic part. My Fiskars trimmer was so well loved that the hash marks wore away! I'm afraid this will eventually happen with this one as well.
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To me the Pros certainly outweigh the Cons for this trimmer. As with all things new, there is a breaking period and the initial love affair, so I'll keep y'all posted as to if I still love my trimmer when it's not the new toy in my collection!
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I really appreciate your review of this trimmer. I've had my eye on this one and a Tonic. Still deciding, but the information you shared is really helpful. THANKS! :)
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