ADDED INFO: - For closer look at where it cuts - quick video: ru-vid.comxEjZUikX4gU - I am sharing why I LOVE this trimmer. If you have other wants or needs, your verdict maybe different! And as I said - if you are happy with the trimmer you have, stick with it! I always wanted more from my trimmer and this is a great fit for me. :) - You do not have to press on the carriage for it to cut. No pressure needed. Just slide it. If you are cutting through something thicker, you just need to push it a bit more. - There is a bit of a wiggle on the carriage. Don't fret! It is supposed to be like that. When you place your hand on it, your fingers will naturally push the blade into place. - This is a great trimmer option for folks with arthritis
Hi there I live in South Africa Cape Town....I am 62 and love card making....which would be my best option to try and purchase one of these here asap.....thank you so much.....
I have a Carl disk cutter, looks a lot like this one. its not too heavy and cuts great. Its half the price as well. I love Tims crafty things, but with everything getting so expensive I just have to pick and choose what to buy. Love your videos Jennifer, always look forward to the next one. God Bless
Thank you! I'm looking for that now. The amazon reviews for the Tim Holtz one are awful! I looked up Carl disk cutter, and there's over 1,000 good reviews!!! Thanks so much.
Thank you so much. The comparison is exactly what I needed. You mentioned a couple of game changers for me~ the portability & size of the tool as my work space is small & multi-use. In addition, you shared the light weight nature of the Trimmer which is vital for me as I have Lupus & the weight of everything matters. This tools sound perfect for me & any others who might need accommodations. TY Jennifer!
Oh yes, I'm always looking for a good trimmer. I have battled with arthritis, starting in my hands, in my 30's. Now in my 60's any tool to reduce hand pain and fatigue is a must have.
Thank you for this great review. I have a Fiskar's rotary trimmer that I love, except for one thing... The 5.5 inch mark is at the seam where the platform folds. I like this Tim Holtz rotary trimmer because the 5.5 inch and 6 inch marks are intact. Thank you again!
Same here! I do a lot of cuts between 5.5 and 6 and have to measure with a ruler and a pencil to be able to cut those sizes. I just saw this cutter today and have purchased it!!
I also have that Fiskar's rotary trimmer. I really don't have an issue with the 5.5 inch mark since I make predominantly A2 cards. I've watched this video and yes, it's a wonderful cutter from what I can see, but I don't think I can rationalize spending almost $100 for something that does what cutters that I already have can do. The only thing that would convince me that I need this one is a description of how accurate the cutting measurements are. I've had numerous cutters over the years, both guillotine and rotary, and the accuracy is not always there. That's probably my biggest complaint about most of them.
Now, I’ve been obsessively weighing up different brands of cutters for ages. I use loads of 12” by 12” cardstock and patterned paper so accurate measurement and a clean cut is essential. So many have disappointed but this looks like THE ONE! Thank you
I’m really excited about this trimmer! I won’t use a guillotine trimmer because the sound and vibration is like nails on a chalk board for me, unfortunately. I’ve been using a very large, expensive rotary trimmer that for some reason no longer cuts accurately. My 20-year-old Fiskars trimmer is my standby but it still has a grating noise when I cut. This may be my answer!! Thanks for the very complete review, Jennifer!
I can't even remember how long I've been looking for a good rotary trimmer, it seems like it's been for ages - every time I would find one that I might consider either the reviews or the price point had me deciding to keep looking. This morning I got an email announcing the release of this one, just seeing the name Tim Holtz on it was all I needed, my order was placed for one. I just now watched your video and it makes me so happy that I had already ordered mine. Using his Guillotine trimmers and knowing the quality of his products made this one a no-brainer purchase for me.
I already have one of those hefty rotary cutters, but the measurements to the right of the blade so you can measure out small strips and the spring loaded paper holder are really compelling features.
Thank you for your review and video! I have every cutter produced for crafters, and even eyed the huge Rotary trimmer for several hundreds recommended by other crafters. I have been frustrated with almost all of the trimmers I have except the Tim Holtz ones. I too, am excited about this trimmer! Tim Holtz only puts his name on quality products.
Hi Jen. You’re like a kid in a toy-store. So fun hearing your squeals of delight while reviewing your dream come true! It’s a beauty, alright. Thank you for sharing, and for the smiles today. Blessings💜
I, too, couldn't be more thrilled about this new trimmer. I was yelling at my trimmer this week wondering why would anyone put indentation (same color) measurements instead of colored measurements we could see clearly. And, the other trimmers (many) are not nearly as satisfactory for the reasons you mentioned. Thank you, Jennifer, once again.
I have the Cutterpillar crop rotary trimmer. I love it, and there is a lifetime guarantee on the blade as it is supposed to sharpen itself and never has to be replaced. HOWEVER, the downside of this trimmer is that there is no measurement on the other side of the bar, and this is makes it so hard to cut a 1" piece of card stock down. I love how Tim Holtz's trimmer not only has this extra measurement on the other side of the blade, but also the bar across the top to keep the card stock straight. Also the fact that it has the two pull out arms at the top and the bottom will help to support a larger piece of card stock. Oh gosh, do I need another trimmer? No. Do I want this new one? YES!!!!
This is great! I was looking at it earlier today, but I thought it was expensive! I love how this one slide so easy so I will probably go ahead and get it! Thank you for the demonstration!
I received my order for this Tim Holtz rotary trimmer from SSS on Saturday and love it. Such a well engineered product, easy to use and cuts like a dream. Truly an all around great trimmer worth the cost.
What I like about this trimmer is that I can cut 5.5” without pulling out an extension ruler. Sold. I also take my white card stock to the copy shop and have them cut it in their big machines. So handy and costs only $1 per cut. Worth it.
Jennifer thank you also for the tip about creasing and folding the card before cutting to size! I would never have thought of that but so much more convenient than having to crease and fold each one separately
Ordered thru your link Jennifer and already got a notice it has been shipped from SSS. So excited. Looks like the same mechanism as Cutterpillar but much lighter and portable. I love the fact you can move the rotary blade with one finger. That was what i loved about my big cutterpillar. I had one of the original big ones and all the markings wore off. The new ones are engraved in green and i cannot see the markings. Tim’s look so clear. So excited. Thanks again
I probably won’t buy it, only because I have a terrific heavy duty rotary trimmer that cuts up to about 30 pieces of cardstock at a time with a back and forth motion of the blade cartridge with the cardstock locked into place. It also cuts through many layers, embossing pastes (dry!) and other mediums, chipboard, etc. But it’s a larger platform and isn’t portable (though it isn’t all that heavy). It stays on my trimmer table along with a couple other small trimmers. If I didn’t have it I’d buy the Tonic and can see why someone who moves their trimmer around or a pro who makes videos would love the new Tonic one.
I wasn’t looking for a new trimmer but after watching the video I ordered it. I’ve lost count on how many trimmers I have and seems like I’ve tried them all! This one seems to be the perfect one. I can’t wait to get it and hopefully this will be the last one I purchase😉
Thank you for this video. I have yet to try any type of rotary cutting tool, so I appreciate knowing more in general. Unfortunately, Tim Holtz’s products are out if my budget, but it was nice to see the comparison of 3 of his. My favourite part of your video is your tip of scoring before cutting - so smart!
Wow - love that it cuts multiple layers. I normally cut mine on a big guillotine cutter that I’ve had for many years. It’s blade is giving me issues, so I was thinking about another guillotine, but now I’m sold on this new Tim Holtz cutter. Thank you for the thorough review and demo.
I love watching your videos and how you come up with so many different ideas! Thank you for all you do to help us stretch our imagination and supplies!!
