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Cutting tools - Blade Runner?

phyllis_philodendron

20 years ago

I am surfing on line for cutting tools that will allow me to cut circles and ovals, mostly, with clean cut edges. I've ruled out the Shape Cutter, which I used and thought didn't work well, and the thread about the oval cutter seems like it didn't work either. Has anyone used the Blade Runner and does it work well? I really need to go to the store and look everything over, but want to do some research first. Someone else mentioned Creative Mems. but those sound really expensive. Any ideas?

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stephmc72
20 years ago
I have tried a couple others in the past, and nothing, in my opinion, compares to CM's cutting system. It is expensive, but to me, well worth it. It's SO easy & makes perfect cuts everytime. Try ebay for better prices...do a search under Cre@tive Memories cutting system.
phyllis_philodendron
Original Author
20 years ago
I looked up some of their products...and saw some templates on e-bay. Not sure what all it comes with normally, but these were supposedly "valued at $175" which sounds entirely too expensive. What about the actual cutting tool and no template? How does the system work?
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MIStepMom
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20 years ago
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phyllis_philodendron
Original Author
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This sounds reasonable. Someone on the other thread mentioned getting something for $38, which I thought sounded okay. I didn't realize so much came with it. I've already placed a call to my local rep so we'll see what she has to offer. Thanks!
ctmom88
19 years ago
The Blade Runner gets really mixed reviews on some of the heavily traffic-ed scrapping websites. The CM cutting system is awesome and seems to be a favorite of many people (including me). :-)

Once you have the mat and blades, the outlay for new templates like CM's circle set, celestial shape set, wavy lines set, etc isn't too bad. The circles are about $14, I think. The EK Success Circle Scissor in comparison was $15.

Enjoy your new cutting system! Practice on throw-away photos first. Once you get the "feel" of it, it's easy.

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