When you use Framelits, Thinlits, and Embossing Folders with your Big Shot you need to “Make a Sandwich” in order to get the results you want. Watch this video to see the two “Sandwiches” and which one to use for each Big Shot Accessory. There is a chart you can download at the bottom of this post.
This Video is just over 9 minutes long.
Basic Platforms-Choose 1:
Multipurpose Platform with all tabs closed.
NEW Big Shot Platform with both pieces
Magnetic Platform
Sandwich 1:
Choose a basic Platform:
Put a Standard Cutting Pad on top of your Platform.
Add your card stock.
Add your Framelit or Thinlit.
Add your top cutting pad.
Slightly push your sandwich forward through your Big Shot to get it started, and then crank your handle until the whole sandwich comes out.
Remove your die cut and put away your Framelit or Thinlit.
Sandwich 2:
Choose a Basic Platform
Add the Precision Base Plate
Card Stock
(optional Parchment or Wax Paper from your grocery store
Thinlit
FLAT top Cutting pad/plate
~Slightly push your sandwich forward through your Big Shot to get it started, and then crank your handle until the whole sandwich comes out. If desired, crank through the other way for better cutting results. The more detailed Thinlits need this second time through to cut all the details.
~Use Big Shot Die Brush to remove the excess small card stock pieces from you die cut image. You can also use a toothpick, a bone folder, or a paper piercing tool to help you remove the small excess card stock pieces.
DOWNLOAD a Chart Page 1 lists the basic qualities of each type of Framelit and Thinlit. Page 2 lists all the Framelits & Thinlits in the 2016-2017 Catalog with the types of Thinlits and Framelits included in each set and which Sandwich to use. Print and keep by your Big Shot.
