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Sizzix 656850 Vagabond Cutting/Embossing Machine, Inspired by Tim Holtz

3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 137 ratings
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Brand Sizzix
Color Brown
Product Dimensions 15.25"D x 12.5"W x 10.25"H
Operation Mode Manual
Item Weight 14 Pounds

About this item

  • Vagabond machine cuts and embosses many different materials and thicknesses
  • Works with a wide selection of dies, from the very smallest up to the big 6-inch wide
  • Includes vagabond machine, 2 standard cutting pads, and the solo platform and shim
  • Effortlessly cuts thick materials like matboard and grungeboard
  • 1-year limited warranty
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Sizzix 656850 Vagabond Cutting/Embossing Machine, Inspired by Tim Holtz

Sizzix 656850 Vagabond Cutting/Embossing Machine, Inspired by Tim Holtz

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Resembling a well-traveled suitcase on the outside, the Vagabond Machine easily opens up to reveal a portable yet powerful machine that takes you to imaginative new places. Upon closer examination, the Vagabond impresses for its uncanny ability to effortlessly cut and emboss many different materials and thicknesses. The Vagabond works with our smallest dies to our big 6-inch wide plastic-backed treasures and embossing tools. Can you think of anything better to bring on your creative journey? Imagine being able to effortlessly cut thicker materials such as mat board and grungeboard, while bringing to life the altered art of Tim Holtz. Included with the Vagabond Machine is a pair of Standard Cutting Pads, as well as the Solo Platform and Shim, which makes all Sizzix components thinner than a Bigz Die compatible with the Vagabond Machine. Add a Solo Wafer-Thin Die Adapter (sold separately), and the Vagabond Machine can even work with Framelits as well as other brands' dies and embossing tools. The diagrams on the Solo Platform, Shim and Adapter offer easy guidelines about how to make the perfect Sizzix sandwich. In addition, you can use the included sheet of stickers to customize your machine with your crafting journeys. The Vagabond Machine measures approximately 12-1/2-inch by 4-5/8-inch by 9-inch (closed) and 15-1/4-inch by 12-1/2-inch by 10-1/4-inch (with handle up and doors open) and features a one-year limited warranty. Note: This Vagabond machine is only compatible with U.S. and Canadian power requirements. Vagabond machine compatible with European power standards is sold separately.

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Begin a creative journey to imaginative places with master craft artist Tim Holtz.

A master crafter's dream machine.

The electric motor features forward and reverse motion to make cutting and embossing faster and easier than ever. Press the button and go. Better than hand cranking for those with painful shoulders or hands. Features tray guides that keep the embossing sandwich aligned when feeding through the machine. A durable machine that works with dies from Sizzix as well as other die manufacturers.

Effortless cutting and embossing.

The Sizzix Vagabond Machine inspired by Tim Holtz effortlessly cuts and embosses a wide variety of materials in many different thicknesses. Easily cuts grunge board, chip board, book board, canvas, acrylic, and more. Follow all stacking instructions and use the stack keys provided to avoid making an embossing sandwich that is too thick. To prevent jamming, avoid over-loading or stuffing with materials that are too thick.

Versatile and easy to use.

Designed to look like a World traveler's suitcase, the Sizzix Vagabond Machine looks beautiful in any craft room or wherever it goes. Create imaginative accents for scrapbook and photo albums. Handcraft greeting cards and decorative envelopes for weddings, parties, and special events. Make cards, frames, signs, banners and decorations for birthday parties, baby showers, and anniversaries. The possibilities are endless.

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3.7 out of 5 stars
3.7 out of 5
137 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, ease of use, appearance and value of the die cut machine. They mention that it works well, is easy to get to and is great value for money. Customers are also happy with service, and size. Opinions are mixed on sturdiness.

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41 customers mention37 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the die cut machine. They mention it's an excellent tool and a must for any serious papercrafter. They appreciate its compact size and ease of use. Some say that it works easily with thin and intricate dies and that it cuts wonderfully. Overall, customers are happy with its power and ease to use.

"...It has never faultered and cuts everything more thoroughly and I have the ability to cut more variety of products. I love my Vagabond!!!!!..." Read more

"...Very efficient, and hardy." Read more

"my first die cutting machine was a grand caliber. I love it and it works really well, however I have trouble with my joints and carpal tunnel in my..." Read more

"...Another pleasant surprise was that it worked easily with thin and intricate dies, whereas my Vagabond could never seem to cut through an entire..." Read more

23 customers mention22 positive1 negative

Customers find the die cut machine easy to use. They appreciate the sheer convenience and reliable pressing power of the button. They also say it makes their job a lot easier, making it easy to get to the cutting area. Customers also say the machine is sturdy and doesn't have to crank a handle.

"...a months worth of cutting in two days on them, having a blast and loving the ease...." Read more

"...I have to tell you that this machine is a work horse and so so easy to use. I invested in the sizzix magnetic platform...." Read more

"...I love the sheer convenience and reliable pressing power of the button-press steel rollers. The machine also looks good on its own...." Read more

"...It was incredible how easy it was to operate. I may need to explain somewhat...." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the die cut machine. They mention that it looks good, is fun to have around, and helps them make beautiful Christmas cards. Some appreciate the vintage suitcase design.

"...The machine also looks good on its own. You can leave it in the corner and it looks good as a decorative accent...." Read more

"...I absolutely LOVEthe VAGABOND!! It cuts WONDERFULLY!! It embosses WONDERFULLY!! It is just GREAT!! I wouldrecommend it HEARTILY!!..." Read more

"...The adorable vintage valise is so fun to have around. No more cranking a plastic machine that you have to hold down while you crank...." Read more

"...such a wonderful machine and realy allowed you to create some very beautiful cards and such...." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the die cut machine.

"This die cutting machine is worth every penny, after owning a Cuttlebug for the last year, and it did a fine job as long as you were willing to..." Read more

"The machine is well worth the cost. I absolutely love it...." Read more

"...thing for the last 2 years and was so excited to find it at such a good price. I got it today and spent hours playing with it...." Read more

"...Worth every penny, a great product and the best price on the internet.ThanksKen" Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the service provided by the seller. They mention that the die cut machine came well packaged and protected.

"...This machine is strong and fast and does a much better job of working with all my dies from many different manufactures...." Read more

"...I couldn't be happier. Perfectly packaged, thank you Amazon!!!!!!" Read more

"...So much better than what I was using.The service was excellent and came a lot sooner than originally stated when the order was..." Read more

"LOVE IT!!! Came well packaged and protected - all pieces were there. Work great for small home card making business...." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the size of the die cut machine. They mention that it is smaller than they had imagined, very compact, and large enough to fit the dies they want to use.

"...has more heft than I imagined, weighing almost 15 lbs in a fairly compact footprint...." Read more

"...Vagabond to be easier on my shoulders, arms and wrists and large enough to fit the dies I want to use...." Read more

"...It is SO easy to use, very compact, and just fantastic. I could not be happier with this purchase!..." Read more

"...It is so compact and easy to use." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers find the die cut machine easy to use and say it saves them pain on hands, wrist, and shoulder. They also say it's easy for those with painful, arthritis hands.

"...I have found the Vagabond to be easier on my shoulders, arms and wrists and large enough to fit the dies I want to use...." Read more

"...I use mine daily and constantly. So easy for those with painful, arthritic hands like mine...." Read more

"So easy to use. Saves me pain on hands, wrist and shoulder - no more cranking manual die cut machines. I should have bought one sooner." Read more

"I've only used it a few times, but so far so good. My hands are enjoying the break." Read more

16 customers mention11 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the sturdiness of the die cut machine. Some mention it's wonderful, sturdy, and easy to portable. They say it has never faultered and cuts everything thoroughly. However, others say it will irreparably break and void the warranty.

"...It has never faultered and cuts everything more thoroughly and I have the ability to cut more variety of products. I love my Vagabond!!!!!..." Read more

"...Very efficient, and hardy." Read more

"...It took the first two but the third time I used it it broke. Same paper, same embossing folder." Read more

"...happy with Amazon's great price on this machine, and super impressed with the quality of the machine...." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

dualsnail
5.0 out of 5 stars Could not be Happier
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2011
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This die cutting machine is worth every penny, after owning a Cuttlebug for the last year, and it did a fine job as long as you were willing to work and force and manipulate things to get it to work. I am a fairly serious card maker who loves the precision of die cuts. This machine allows me to love dies even more because it is now effortless. This machine is strong and fast and does a much better job of working with all my dies from many different manufactures. I wonder why I hesitated at all to buy this machine. It has a permanent location and is in the ready with my dies in a file (type) box just ready to be pulled out and used. I also started a sample file of every die shape I own so that I can see if that is the one that will work. I have always thought this would be a nice thing to have but the effort of doing it held me back till I got the Vagabond. Within two days the plastic cutting pads were scarred from stem to stern. I had put a months worth of cutting in two days on them, having a blast and loving the ease. It has never faultered and cuts everything more thoroughly and I have the ability to cut more variety of products. I love my Vagabond!!!!! If they are out on Amazon try Ellenhutson.com.
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Joan Beitman
4.0 out of 5 stars Vagabond
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2013
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This machine is a big step up from my Cuttlebug, however it is very fickle and one doesn't want to not follow all directions or you might have no more machine! Would prefer a more feminine outside look, but the fact that one doesn't have to crank it and chase it across the table makes it worth looking at its maleness. Very efficient, and hardy.
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treen
5.0 out of 5 stars i cant believe i didnt get this much earlier.
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2014
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my first die cutting machine was a grand caliber. I love it and it works really well, however I have trouble with my joints and carpal tunnel in my wrist. it was beginning to give me pain to crank the handle. (most people would have no trouble with it) I love die cutting and really like to die cut extra pieces to save for other projects while I am at it. I have space for the extras worked into my die cutting storage. the pain was getting worse, so I ordered this vagabond, in spite of some of the bad reviews. I have to tell you that this machine is a work horse and so so easy to use. I invested in the sizzix magnetic platform. oh my gosh, no more little pieces of tape all over the place. I can cut many more dies at one time. you just point the arrow and push a button and it slides through. I now, with very little effort have a number of extra die cuts for most of my dies. I turned a desk I wasn't using into my die cutting area, so it is so easy to get to and everything I need is right there. I have had no trouble with it at all. however, I must say I am gentle with it, never try to cram sandwiches that are too big into it, and I have the instructions almost memorized. I love it.
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Eternal Greetings
1.0 out of 5 stars Tim Holtz/Sizzix Vagabond can cause accidents. Also, if jammed Sizzix says it can't be repaired!
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2015
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My friend and I used her brand new Vagabond and, due to the manufacturer's use of poor color coding of a shim and another piece, she made a sandwich that was just a hair thicker than the machine could handle, resulting in the Vagabond propelling the sandwich pieces from the machine with such force that if either one of us had been in the line of fire we would have ended up in the emergency room. NOWHERE DID IT MENTION IN THE LITERATURE THAT AN ACCIDENT LIKE THAT COULD HAPPEN. A machine of this cost SHOULD have a safety feature as well as better customer service.

Still, due to my own physical disabilities, I ended up buying my own Vagabond because I didn't think I could handle a manual. I figured I was forewarned so would steer clear of the line of fire, and be exra careful. Recently, however, I used the wrong platform. Although the thickness was within limits, the whole sandwich jammed the machine. Almost two hundred dollars down the drain, since neither Tim Holtz nor Sizzix will stand behind their product enough to make a machine that can be repaired even at the customer's expense. No wonder Tim Holtz's YouTube video on the Vagabond doesn't allow comments or ratings. I've learned my lesson.

By the way, I tried a Cuttlebug, and was relieved to find out that even with three abdominal hernias and arthritis, I was able to use it without a problem. Another pleasant surprise was that it worked easily with thin and intricate dies, whereas my Vagabond could never seem to cut through an entire intricate die. It seemed as though there was always uneveness with the rollers on the Vagabond, even with the use of new cutting plates and experimenting with shims.
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barb
3.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2015
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Love it and am glad I have it now. I need to add to this, I jammed it and could not get it to work, I feel there should be some kind of release on this machine. It is an excellent machine but because of the issue of not being able to unjam it I won't recommend this machine until this is addressed. I haven't had it long and didn't use as much as I would have liked to and because of the cost I will have to find another machine.
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Dorothy Morrison
2.0 out of 5 stars Takes too long to operate
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2014
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I love my old Sizzix, but it is for a 4 inch die and I needed the 5 inch machine. It takes too long to get it set up and since I can only do 1 at a time and I need to do 200 items each time I use it.; it takes too much time. I have trouble getting everything in place and then getting it to the right point where it will work. Maybe with more experience, I might be able to use it. I wish I could have used one before I bought it.
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Lucie Laflamme
5.0 out of 5 stars Sizzix, vagabond machine
Reviewed in Canada on April 8, 2016
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J'ai acheté cette machine en janvier 2016, tout allait bien jusqu'à ce que la machine bloque. Depuis incapable del'utiliser. J'ai communiqué avec Sizzix tjrs en anglais, et voilà que je dois retourner la machine en payant les frais de transport US en plus 100$US, pour savoir si la machine peut être reparee. Sinon on peut me vendre une nouvelle pour 125$US plus les frais de transport. Imaginez j'ai payé la machine 200$ Can. Je ne peux pas communiqué en anglais, je ne parle anglais. La représentante de la compagnie Sizzix m'à tout simplement donne le nom d'une personne du service à la clientelle en me disant " vous devez appeler " la compagnie.
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G S
4.0 out of 5 stars Vagabond Die-Cut MAchine
Reviewed in Canada on June 13, 2014
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Purchased product for my wife who uses it on a daily basis. Happy with product except for the fact that some accessories that should have been included had to be purchased separately to fully utilize the machine.
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Dianne King
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this machine
Reviewed in Canada on January 16, 2016
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I love this machine. I am an obsessive crafter and always have a project going, whether making cards or just plain colouring. I have a couple of different die cutters and this one is now my favorite. The 2 function button on the top is an added plus, you can go forward and reverse so if you feel for some reason you need it to run throu again, it will. It comes with the plates you need, so the only one I would suggest you it to go out and buy the precision plate. Besides that I think it's an excellent price point and wonderful machine.
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Mily Avon
1.0 out of 5 stars Sizzix Vagabond
Reviewed in Canada on March 3, 2014
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I have had the machine for one month and now it is broken. When it was working it was good but not all spellbinder dies would cut nor the sizzix wafer thin dies cut through even though I had the correct sandwich so I wasn;t happy with that. I have problems with my shoulder that is why I decided to get the Vagabond since it is electric.

I will be contacting Sizzix and see if I can get a replacement for it; but based on reviews not only here but elsewhere it doesn't look too promising.
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RK
5.0 out of 5 stars Was hesitant to spend $$$ on the Vagabond due to ...
Reviewed in Canada on December 29, 2014
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Was hesitant to spend $$$ on the Vagabond due to some reviews about breakdowns. I've had it since Nov. 2014 and am loving it. No problem so far. Just make sure you follow the instructions. This newer model has the Sizzix key which allows you to test the thickness before running through. The older model didn't include key and you had to contact Sizzix to get one for free during a limited offer.
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