I didn't try the CC one, but have tried to foil with deco foil and glue and all of that🙄 but by far love my glimmer! I also have tried foiling with dies and I am head over heels in love with this machine💜
Someone on another channel confirmed that the Gemini foilpress is being discontinued! Just sharing the info…thanks for your videos…always look forward to them.
@@VianneyCreates I’m excited for you and I can’t wait to see what you create with this. When you first put it on the paper I thought oh no, oh no, and was cringing, then it just popped off and was perfectly beautiful. Then it worked again! Now I gotta see more! Lol 😂
Congratulations ! I'm so happy for you and Thank you for sharing with us,and Wow ! I love it when a product works ...Thank you again and Have a Beautiful Blessed Day!
I just got this exact machine and bundle that came with it. It has been sitting there over a week waiting to be played with. I hope I can get good results like you did. I will have to start collecting foil and plates.
I have both the glimmer and the Gemini version and find I use my glimmer most of the time. I also suggest not to put the plates on the platform until you are ready to run it through the platinum. Those plates can shift when taking the platform out and can mess up the glimmering. Speaking from experience
Hi,Vianney. I have CC and hated ,it is leaving foil spots all over card stock all the time,it is hard to do clean,nice foil press on the card. So far it is best result I have seeing ,will think about to switch for Spellbinders system ,doesn’t look to complicating to do it, thank you.
I have the first iteration of the Glimmer Foil System from Spellbinders, and it’s very comparable to what you just received. It had the pick up tool just like yours. I love the machine, and glad I got it over the CC one. I hope you enjoy it.
Having both now (of course, just beginning with this one)...the Glimmer is far and away better! I'm glad you saved your dollars and got this one to begin with! TYSM!
You sound so excited! I have had the Crafter's Companion machine for a few years but shamefully have never taken it out of the box. I am going to have to soon. Hopefully I can get it to work for me.
I hope you do get it out. It takes practice, trial runs...but once you have the timing down, it works well. This machine takes a lot of the guess work out, which is really great!!
I wasn't sure if I wanted to invest in one & not use it much. But, after seeing the results you got from the Spellbinders machine, I just may acquire one. I love foil on projects. Especially if you can use our regular dies with it. Be well, be safe & TYFS
Vianney love your video! Bought some glimmer dies at the spellbinders sale. I’ve only used my glimmer system once. I hope to use it more since your video - I hope there is more
TBH, it was a bit of a hassle with the CC system, although I got it to work. I AM IN LOVE with the Glimmer! I will definitely use it more often, as it's so easy! Yay!!
Oh my gosh! That was so effortless! I have the AG foil machine and I NEVER use it, I've never had good results, so I gave up and it's now an expensive dust collector 😬
The foil looks awesome. I have the CC Foilpress and its a hit and miss especially with other dies that are not CC dies. I may have to spring for a new machine but can't do it now. Saving for vacation! Thanks for the review!
FWIW, I have both (don’t judge, 😆). The Gemini works best with as good or better results for me when using CC papercraft foil, the foil press and the Gemini jr. The Gemini is almost a closed system. Obviously you can use other foil stamps but other foil brands require higher heat. Which isn’t optimal for the FP plate. You can do it but need to monitor the plate for warping. The reason is the CC foil is set to work a at a lower temp, and using the FP at a higher heat warps the plate. The glimmer, glimmer foil and platinum combo have excellent results. And Spellbinders has many more foil color options. And the glimmer hot foil plate can be used in other machines but not the Gemini.
That's why I said "I tried!" LOL! It will work, but too much guess work. I never had a great go with the CC system even when I stuck just with their products. The Glimmer is my champ!
@@VianneyCreates I have heard CC is discontinuing the foil press. Makes me wonder if they will be coming out with an update that eliminates the challenges.
OK.....Mrs. V! You did it again! I have the other foil machines and lots of cutting machines....but I purchased the Spellbinders die cut machine and and foil press! I'm starting to not like you! 😉 oh and yes, I made my rounds through the Spellbinders sale! Lol You inspire me and make me laugh!
On no-ooooh, Vianney. You are a bad influence. LOL!!! I haven’t done much foiling as the previous machine and other foil tools haven’t worked well for me. Too much guessing, taping, random foil gets on cardstock, etc, etc. Now I need to have this, which of course means I need the die cutting machine to go with it. I do have a very, very old Big Shot, probably their first creation, I wonder if it will work in that old ugly thing….it would look so much better in the beautiful blue Spellbinders machine. What to do, what to do??? TYFS!
Vianney! Love that you got the glimmer! So enjoy your videos. For once you are not influencing me, as I already have the Glimmer. LOL! Actually I have both systems, but I have the best results with the Glimmer, even when I use CC foil plates.
Hello. I just happened upon your video. I am having the hardest time inserting the platform into the base. In your video you mention as you push it in you also pull it all the way back. What does that mean exactly? I'm afraid to break this thing. It is brand new.
Question - if you foil once and then forget to foil the sentiment - could you add the sentiment to foil - or would that mess up the existing foiling art ? Great demo BTW - less the autofocus 😂. Technology can be a little too smart for me ! LOL
Hi Vianney, can you please tell me if the glimmer foil system is compatible with any of the electric die cutting machines because I don't mind purchasing the glimmer foil system however, I cannot get with the cranking especially when I make batches of items at one time?
@@VianneyCreates Oh thank you so much. I think I will put it on my Christmas list for my hubby. He's always needing ideas. And even though he can't shop any more, he will tell our daughter. Blessings.
I am so happy! For me, with the CC machine, it was always trial and error...sometimes worked first time out...other times, only after several tries. This is so good!! Of course, I'll keep working with it, and we will continue seeing how it goes! TYSM, Gina!
The glimmer has plates that are made specifically for the machine, but you can run dies through. They just give a very fine line, where actual plates make thicker lines for the images. I hope that makes sense. TY!
@@VianneyCreates I guess I meant for the foiling. Can I use any die r do I start buying new ones specifically for foling? Ie can I use a silver die or is it always the copper coloured ones
Once again, I will live vicariously through you!! Results were stunning & you sounded so excited!! TYFS! 🌺
I didn't try the CC one, but have tried to foil with deco foil and glue and all of that🙄 but by far love my glimmer! I also have tried foiling with dies and I am head over heels in love with this machine💜
Someone on another channel confirmed that the Gemini foilpress is being discontinued! Just sharing the info…thanks for your videos…always look forward to them.
my daughter gave me one for Christmas - love it
So glad you are happy. I have the 1st generation Glimmer and I’m satisfied with it. I purchased the pickup tool later. 😃
Beautiful results! I was never interested in getting one of these…but now I’m having second thoughts! Lol! Thanks for sharing!
Hi Vianney, I so happy it worked for you, thanks for sharing. 😍
OMGosh! Gorgeous! You are going to have so much fun with this, congratulations! 🤩
Thank you!! 😊 I tried to make the CC one work, and it's just too much work! LOL!! This is so wonderful, I'm so excited!!
@@VianneyCreates I’m excited for you and I can’t wait to see what you create with this. When you first put it on the paper I thought oh no, oh no, and was cringing, then it just popped off and was perfectly beautiful. Then it worked again! Now I gotta see more! Lol 😂
Congratulations ! I'm so happy for you and Thank you for sharing with us,and Wow ! I love it when a product works ...Thank you again and Have a Beautiful Blessed Day!
I just got this exact machine and bundle that came with it. It has been sitting there over a week waiting to be played with. I hope I can get good results like you did. I will have to start collecting foil and plates.
I like that I can use this one with my Bigkick. I've been waiting to get one. Those turned out beautiful!
I have both the glimmer and the Gemini version and find I use my glimmer most of the time. I also suggest not to put the plates on the platform until you are ready to run it through the platinum. Those plates can shift when taking the platform out and can mess up the glimmering. Speaking from experience
I have one and I absolutely love it! Thank you for a great video!
So glad to see this. I’ve been torn about getting a glimmer system and knew I didn’t want a CC. This looks like a total win!
Hi,Vianney.
I have CC and hated ,it is leaving foil spots all over card stock all the time,it is hard to do clean,nice foil press on the card.
So far it is best result I have seeing ,will think about to switch for Spellbinders system ,doesn’t look to complicating to do it, thank you.
I bought my spellbinders for $79.00 at Hobby Lobby and it had the same elements in the box.
@@DaleAdventures Thank you ,will look in Hobby Lobby.
I have the first iteration of the Glimmer Foil System from Spellbinders, and it’s very comparable to what you just received. It had the pick up tool just like yours. I love the machine, and glad I got it over the CC one. I hope you enjoy it.
Having both now (of course, just beginning with this one)...the Glimmer is far and away better! I'm glad you saved your dollars and got this one to begin with! TYSM!
You sound so excited! I have had the Crafter's Companion machine for a few years but shamefully have never taken it out of the box. I am going to have to soon. Hopefully I can get it to work for me.
I hope you do get it out. It takes practice, trial runs...but once you have the timing down, it works well. This machine takes a lot of the guess work out, which is really great!!
I wasn't sure if I wanted to invest in one & not use it much. But, after seeing the results you got from the Spellbinders machine, I just may acquire one. I love foil on projects. Especially if you can use our regular dies with it. Be well, be safe & TYFS
I am blown away! Wow!! So much easier to use, I don't have to choose timing, temp, etc... It just goes! (: TYSM, Claire!!
Vianney love your video! Bought some glimmer dies at the spellbinders sale. I’ve only used my glimmer system once. I hope to use it more since your video - I hope there is more
TBH, it was a bit of a hassle with the CC system, although I got it to work. I AM IN LOVE with the Glimmer! I will definitely use it more often, as it's so easy! Yay!!
Oh my gosh! That was so effortless! I have the AG foil machine and I NEVER use it, I've never had good results, so I gave up and it's now an expensive dust collector 😬
Congrats. I'm actually happy to see this. I have been thinking about getting the glimmer system. And for some reason I keep holding off on it.
Love all your videos! Thanks for all the tips!
Glad you like them! TYSM!!
I have one too! I love it!
The foil looks awesome. I have the CC Foilpress and its a hit and miss especially with other dies that are not CC dies. I may have to spring for a new machine but can't do it now. Saving for vacation! Thanks for the review!
And that’s the WINNER!!! Gorgeous 🤗
OMG! What was I waiting for??!! I love this machine, glad I went for it!
I was so impressed I purchase me one it’s on the way can’t wait to try it.
I can't believe how easy it is to use, I'm used to a struggle! LOL!! Enjoy yours!
So detailed, looks so pretty.
It's just gorgeous! TYSM!
I've finally got a glimmer machine for my 50th birthday tomorrow xx
😊
Happy birthday!! Enjoy 'er, it's a great machine!!
FWIW, I have both (don’t judge, 😆). The Gemini works best with as good or better results for me when using CC papercraft foil, the foil press and the Gemini jr. The Gemini is almost a closed system. Obviously you can use other foil stamps but other foil brands require higher heat. Which isn’t optimal for the FP plate. You can do it but need to monitor the plate for warping. The reason is the CC foil is set to work a at a lower temp, and using the FP at a higher heat warps the plate. The glimmer, glimmer foil and platinum combo have excellent results. And Spellbinders has many more foil color options. And the glimmer hot foil plate can be used in other machines but not the Gemini.
That's why I said "I tried!" LOL! It will work, but too much guess work. I never had a great go with the CC system even when I stuck just with their products. The Glimmer is my champ!
@@VianneyCreates I have heard CC is discontinuing the foil press. Makes me wonder if they will be coming out with an update that eliminates the challenges.
OK.....Mrs. V!
You did it again! I have the other foil machines and lots of cutting machines....but I purchased the Spellbinders die cut machine and and foil press! I'm starting to not like you! 😉 oh and yes, I made my rounds through the Spellbinders sale! Lol
You inspire me and make me laugh!
Wow that looks great
I have both the Gemni Foil System and the Spellbinder Glimmer System. I find the Glimmer System so much better.
I am having the same experience!! Thanks for sharing your feedback!
What kind of dies do you have to use.? Thank you so much
I just got this machine today~ i had the foilpress from Crafters companion and did not like it at all~ this one looks so easy and perfect results.
Girl! You will love it, there is no guessing or trial and error. I love my Glimmer, let me know want you think after you've tried her out.
@@VianneyCreates will do! Has to be better than the foilpress…. The foam on the foilpress just fell apart, too. Uggg.. that thing was frustrating!
@@VianneyCreates well you are right! This machine is hands down better than the foilpress! So easy- don’t have to think about how long, how hot etc!
On no-ooooh, Vianney. You are a bad influence. LOL!!! I haven’t done much foiling as the previous machine and other foil tools haven’t worked well for me. Too much guessing, taping, random foil gets on cardstock, etc, etc. Now I need to have this, which of course means I need the die cutting machine to go with it. I do have a very, very old Big Shot, probably their first creation, I wonder if it will work in that old ugly thing….it would look so much better in the beautiful blue Spellbinders machine. What to do, what to do??? TYFS!
Can I use my other thin metal dies on this? I seem to not be able to find much info. on the subject..
Vianney! Love that you got the glimmer! So enjoy your videos. For once you are not influencing me, as I already have the Glimmer. LOL! Actually I have both systems, but I have the best results with the Glimmer, even when I use CC foil plates.
LOL!! Yay! I am so happy, so far so good! TY for sharing your experience, I am sharing very much the same experience as you're stating!
I’m going to get this machine to use with my 6 machine
I really love mine, I hope you do, too!
Hello. I just happened upon your video. I am having the hardest time inserting the platform into the base.
In your video you mention as you push it in you also pull it all the way back.
What does that mean exactly? I'm afraid to break this thing. It is brand new.
Question - if you foil once and then forget to foil the sentiment - could you add the sentiment to foil - or would that mess up the existing foiling art ?
Great demo BTW - less the autofocus 😂. Technology can be a little too smart for me ! LOL
Wonder if it works with the Empress?
Any machines it works with will be listed in the product description. (:
No, I don't think so, the plate sandwich is too thick I tried it with the Empress
Hi Vianney, can you please tell me if the glimmer foil system is compatible with any of the electric die cutting machines because I don't mind purchasing the glimmer foil system however, I cannot get with the cranking especially when I make batches of items at one time?
Good morning! I don't know the list of machines off the top of my head, but the product page for the Glimmer has a list of compatible machines. TYSM!
@@VianneyCreates OK, Thank You.
Do you think this hot foil machine would go through the big kick? It’s the only hand crank machine I have except for my Gemini
Hi, Beda! The product page I have linked for the Glimmer states all of the machines it is compatible with...and the Big Kick is one of them! (: TYSM!
@@VianneyCreates Oh thank you so much. I think I will put it on my Christmas list for my hubby. He's always needing ideas. And even though he can't shop any more, he will tell our daughter. Blessings.
I see there's a bronze and a platinum, is the machine color the only difference?
In my opinion, yes. I don't know that the 2.0 is really any different other than it comes with more accessory pieces and color.
No calculating time? Love that the Machine decides when it’s ready for foiling. Must give this som3 seriously thought.🤔
I am so happy! For me, with the CC machine, it was always trial and error...sometimes worked first time out...other times, only after several tries. This is so good!! Of course, I'll keep working with it, and we will continue seeing how it goes! TYSM, Gina!
Does it fit in the big shot???????
I believe it does, but all of the compatible machines are listed on the product page. TYSM!
@@VianneyCreates thank you I’ll have to Google it.
Can you use all dies or do I purchase all new ones?
The glimmer has plates that are made specifically for the machine, but you can run dies through. They just give a very fine line, where actual plates make thicker lines for the images. I hope that makes sense. TY!
@@VianneyCreates I guess I meant for the foiling. Can I use any die r do I start buying new ones specifically for foling? Ie can I use a silver die or is it always the copper coloured ones
You are my craft pusher... boy-o-boy. but I like it lol
LOL! This machine is so good! I am really just so happy!! (;
Nice
Thanks!
Yeah!
OMG! Slow down!! I can’t understand a thing you are saying!! Geeze!
That's how I speak. Have a great day, Patricia!
Spellbinder dies
Kinda wish I got that brand instead of the cc Gemini 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥹🥹🥹🥹
So much guesswork with the CC machine! I hear ya!