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New Cricut Cuttlebug™ Folder Features
Setting Up
Embossing Folders


Cutting Dies
Quilling
Continuous Embossing
 

Cricut Cuttlebug™ Machine — 

Gotta-touch-it-to-believe-it creativity.

Using unique rolling technology, the Cricut Cuttlebug machine can cut, emboss, or both cut and emboss shapes to add texture and dimension to all your creative projects. Combine Cricut Cuttlebug dies and embossing folders to easily create inspired, professional-quality designs for scrapbooking, school projects, home décor, and more.
Features:
  • Cricut Cuttlebug machine accepts the dies you already own.
  • Cricut Cuttlebug machine loves the materials you love, freeing you to cut and emboss from a wide range of crafting materials.
  • Compact fold-and-store profile allows storage in less space than other leading machines.
  • With a built-in pop-up handle, Cricut Cuttlebug machine goes wherever you find inspiration.

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Frequently asked questions

  • What comes in the box?
    • Cricut Cuttlebug™ machine (3.69" tall x 16.10" wide x 7.30" deep. 5.25 lbs)
    • A Plate – Spacer
    • 2 B Plates – Cutting
    • 5" x 7" Simple Flowers embossing folder
    • User Manual
  • How big is the mouth of the Cricut Cuttlebug™ machine?
    • The mouth is 6 inches (15.2 cm).
  • What materials can I cut or emboss with my Cricut Cuttlebug™ machine?
    • Many different materials can be cut or embossed using your Cricut Cuttlebug machine. Try using cardstock, thin metal, thin wood, some fabrics, thin felt, poster board, chipboard, tissue paper, and fun foam just to name a few. The height of your cutting materials should not exceed 1/8". Attempting to cut through materials that exceed this height may result in incomplete cuts and may negate the machine’s warranty.
  • What are some of the features of Cricut Cuttlebug™ folders?
    • New, bigger size PLUS an extra border: Starting in 2012, Cricut Cuttlebug folders have been redesigned so that you can emboss a full A2 or 5" x 7" card or piece of paper. These new folders also come with coordinating borders that are perfect for cards, envelopes, and other projects.
    • Folder names:Starting in the spring of 2012, the names of new embossing folders are screen-printed directly on the folders for easy identification.
    • Continuous embossing: Starting in the summer of 2012, you can emboss longer materials with the new continuous embossing folders! These new A2 and 5" x 7" embossing folders are specially designed so you can emboss longer strips of material. Just place the material inside the embossing folder and run it through the Cricut Cuttlebug™ machine as normal. Then slip the embossed portion through the gap in the hinge. Align the embossed section with the design before running the folder through the machine again. Continuous embossing works best for folders that have a repeatable pattern.
  • What brands of dies and embossing folders will work with my Cricut Cuttlebug™ machine?
    • The Cricut Cuttlebug machine is compatible with most leading brands of dies and embossing folders. The B Plates - Cutting, A Plate - Spacer, and C Plate - Adapter (sold separately) are different thicknesses so that you can mix and match.
    • For certain dies, shimming with thin layers of cardstock might be necessary to get a clean cut. Simply add extra pieces of cardstock beneath the die until you achieve the right amount of pressure for your die.
  • Will Cricut Cuttlebug™ dies and embossing folders work in other die cutting machines?
    • It depends on what machine is being used. Some machines will not cut the dies, while others will. Some machines will break the paper while using an embossing folder and other machines will not provide an even emboss. You will need to contact the manufacturer of the machine to ask if their machine is compatible with Cricut Cuttlebug dies and embossing folders.

Project Samples

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Baby Shower Banner
January 9, 2013 by Maria2193
For my sister's baby shower and for the baby's room, afterwards. Read More

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NEW CRICUT CUTTLEBUG™ FOLDER FEATURES


Larger Folders

New larger folders give you a bigger usable design area.


continuous embossing

A slit at the top of all new embossing folders allows you to continuously emboss materials.


coordinating borders

A coordinating border is included in all new A2 and 5" x 7" embossing folders.


clearly labeled

All new folders are clearly labeled, making project tutorials easier to follow (or create!).

SETTING UP


1. To activate the Cricut Cuttlebug™ machine’s suction system, place the machine on a dry, flat, and smooth surface where it can have 15 inches of space in front and back.
2. Lower both platforms at the same time by pressing them down until they are perpendicular to the Cricut Cuttlebug™ machine. Lowering the platforms activates the suction mechanism that will hold the Cricut Cuttlebug™ machine in place.

EMBOSSING FOLDERS






TIP: Place embossing folder and paper between the two B plates.

 

HOW TO USE YOUR CRICUT CUTTLEBUG™ EMBOSSER AND DIE CUTTER *:

1. Insert paper into embossing folder.

2. Place embossing folder and paper between two B plates. Place B plates on A plate.

3. Insert into Cricut Cuttlebug™ machine and turn handle to roll plates through.

*For instructions on dies, quilling, and continuous embossing, see below.

CUTTING DIES






TIP: Place cutting die foam side up.

QUILLING






NOTE: Quilling dies use the 6" x 13" A, B, and C plates (sold separately).

CONTINUOUS EMBOSSING





NOTE: Emboss longer materials. Emboss as normal, then slip the embossed portion through the gap in the hings. Align and emboss again. ·Select folders only.