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Home / Craft Product Reviews / Martha Stewart Crafts Cut and Fold Punch

Martha Stewart Crafts Cut and Fold Punch

February 20, 2015

Sometimes I’m just walking through a craft store and a product catches my eye- this was the case with the Martha Stewart Crafts Cut and Fold Punch. I have another brand of cut/fold/tuck dies, so I wondered if the punch would be easier or more versatile to use, so I picked it up to review for you. (Thank you, 40% off coupon!)
Review of Martha Stewart Cut and Fold Punch

This punch comes in two parts, like the other “Anywhere on the page” punches. There are strong magnets that align the punch and hold it together, and there are directions with photos.

From Amazon:

The cartridge and base system of the Cut and Fold Punch allows you to punch anywhere on the page. Align punched designs with the printed foil on the base for perfect spacing every time. After punching your design, fold back the flaps and tuck them under the unpunched sections to create beautiful dimensional embellishments. Create designs in a straight line, 31/2-inch circle, or 6-inch circle. Layer for additional effects. Perfect for card making, paper crafting and gifting! Detailed instructions included.

Review of Martha Stewart Cut and Fold Punch Review of Martha Stewart Cut and Fold Punch

So theoretically, you can make a 6 inch circle, a 3.5 inch circle, or a row. They include 6X6 dual-sided paper so you can get a lovely 2-toned effect.

I made you a video of the unboxing, trial, and results…. take a look:

As you can probably tell from the video, I’m rather disappointed. I own a whole bunch of Martha Stewart punches and love them… but this one just doesn’t measure up- quite literally- for me.

The "row" punching was the most successful.

The “row” punching was the most successful.

Neither 3.5" circle was accurate for me.

Neither 3.5″ circle was accurate for me.

The paper was stiff and cracked. Not a good look with that white core showing.

The paper was stiff and cracked. Not a good look with that white core showing.

I'd love to see a "waste catcher" underneath to collect the clippings.

I’d love to see a “waste catcher” underneath to collect the clippings.

I do like the effect on this manilla tag.

I do like the effect on this manilla tag.

And I'm quite pleased with the way the card turned out!

And I’m quite pleased with the way the card turned out!

PS… the card above was made with my Gasai Tambi watercolors.  And if you are looking for another cut/fold/tuck option, I do prefer the Spellbinders dies. I know that you need a machine for those, but the accuracy is perfect.

The moral of the story- I guess not all products are winners!

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Posted in Craft Product Reviews, Paper Crafts | 12 Comments

Comments

  1. DottieM says

    February 20, 2015 at 07:54

    Thank you for your video. I usually like most of Martha’s stuff, but this is one that I will not purchase. If you can’t make it work then i know I can’t. I appreciate you saving me money. Keep your video’s coming.

  2. Ann in PA says

    February 20, 2015 at 09:13

    Thanks for another honest review! I have one the Spellbinders dies and also some older cut and fold stencils. I have not had great experiences with some of the MS punches, in fact, I have returned them after giving them a try. This review was super helpful.

  3. Glenda L says

    February 20, 2015 at 09:55

    Thanks for the review. I have both sight and dexterity problems, so I appreciate watching your process. You are correct, not all products are winners. I’m sure even the Martha Stewart team would benefit from your unbiased review.

  4. Ruth Siegel says

    February 20, 2015 at 12:17

    Thank you. Your videos are very helpful.

  5. Kristi Stokes says

    February 20, 2015 at 13:05

    Thanks for you wonderful review, I myself saw this in my local Michaels and
    I almost bought it, now I am glad I didn’t. Thanks Jenny keep the videos
    coming?

  6. Regina says

    February 20, 2015 at 13:35

    Hah! I have bad luck with those Martha Stewart punches and have sworn off them entirely–with the notable exception of the corner punches, which are lovely. I have several of the edgers and I cannot seem to accurately use them. Thanks for the honest review.

  7. Jean Marmo says

    February 20, 2015 at 15:16

    Good to know!

  8. Carolyn Rose says

    February 20, 2015 at 18:30

    I purchased a similar punch of the Martha Stewart line..Mine had no instructions with it and I find it very hard to use. Won’t be purchasing others like it. So happy to see the review of this product.
    Love your reviews. Thanks to you we can learn about the abundance of products for crafters.

  9. Rufus says

    February 21, 2015 at 00:07

    Thanks for saving me some money! I’ve had mixed results with MS punches and have pretty much given up buying them. Plus they are very expensive, at least in my opinion. Some of her products I like, others..not so much. At least I know I can skip trying this one. Thanks Jenny!

  10. Susan Lang says

    February 21, 2015 at 11:02

    Love your honest review. Although you did not need to say a word, just watching you struggle with this sent the message. I will pass on this. Thanks!

  11. Maureen says

    March 11, 2015 at 01:26

    Whew, what a relief. I thought it was just me struggling with these punches! Thank you.

  12. Sandra Harris says

    June 11, 2016 at 10:46

    I too, purchased ,all in one go, the Martha Stewart cut and fold dies. I, like the lady in the video, was not overly impressed.

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