Spellbinders S4-130 Nestabilities Small Classic Rectangles Die Template

Smaller than expected but as all spellbinder dies they cut well

Very useful & cut well

If you want a versatile and useful set of cutting dies these will fill the bill. Although it took me a while to master using the Nestabilities on my Cuttlebug, and an additional purchase of Spellbinders' mats for embossing, I now use these regularly in both scrapbooking and card making. The directions although adequate were rather brief, so I turned to YouTube to understand how to use these. Once I learned how to cut, change plates, flip the die, add the mat and emboss with these dies, the results were quite nice… good clean cuts with a lovely embossed edge. Also, I purchased the Large Classic Rectangles set as well for a smaller matting edge between multiple layers of cardstock. The large set starts with a slightly larger rectangle than the small set with each rectangle in the large set getting SMALLER. Yes, the sets overlap, but none of the dies are exactly the same. This system was confusing at first, so I had to go to the web to understand it. Also, I wouldn’t recommend inking the die itself to make an inky edge as some suggest on YouTube. I prefer inking or painting the paper after cutting. Here are my pros and cons:Cons: Expensive! The price is high and you need to buy mats as well to emboss. Takes some time to learn how to use the system. Need multiple sets for the best effect. It is confusing when you start.Pros: Makes a nice cut and clear embossed edge. Can be used with Cuttlebug as well as other die cutting systems. Lots of dies are available to purchase and expand your collection. Some of the dies work together to make great lacy edges. Useful! I now have straight and even mats for cards and tags without fussing with the cutting. Lots of information on YouTube and the internet to explore.All in all, I am very pleased I purchased these and invested the time and money.

These dies were to add to my Nestabilities sets. Had large needed smal to create layers. I didn't buy the sqyare or rectangle sets for awhile because i figured I can cut with paper cutter. . . which is true BUT so much easier no to do the measuring just grab dies from each set to create layers perfect!!!

These are really good quality and I will use them a lot, but I wish they would put all the sizes in one pack instead of making you buy two separate sets in order to get the in between sizes.