Expressing creativity has never been easier! Cut shapes, emboss shapes, or-cut then emboss shapes. The machine and inspired die designs exclusive to the Cuttlebug system are as fun as they are simple to use. Just lower the platforms; a powerful gripping mechanism holds the machine in place. Then place cutting material and die (face up) between cutting mats and turn the handle to move the die through the machine. Remove the die cut shape and start crafting! Cuttlebug is user friendly with any die and cuts a variety of materials. It's fold-n-store profile allows storage in a small amount of space and the built-in pop-up handle allows for quick transport.