Hello crafters. This page will be updated frequently with the core BetterPress items. I just got this system myself and I love it! Such crisp, clean, striking images. Such quality looking results. The Christmas plates will be up for pre order next. They are wonderful!!
Please Google BetterPress and watch some videos to see this tool in action. So many card making rock stars have made some great videos.
Please send your preorder list of what you want to order to darlene@dutchpapercrafts.com
All preorders will get a confirmation email. If I don't respond, then I didn't get your email. 😬 (Please resend.)
Please include your zip code. When your items are in, a PayPal invoice will be sent. Shipping is just actual shipping rates.
Please remember that I try to combine orders for you to save on postage whenever possible.
BP-001 BetterPress LetterPress System $64.00
BetterPress Letterpress System by Spellbinders is an innovative way to achieve the elegant look of letterpress technique without all the mess. It’s an easy-to-use system that produces professional stationery style projects with detailed impressions that can be felt to the touch. Combine BetterPress with the Glimmer Hot Foil System, the Sealed with Spellbinders wax seal program, and the extensive library of Spellbinders products to create one-of-a-kind cards, stationery, projects and more. The BetterPress System works with your manual die-cutting machine to create beautiful, effortless, and detailed letterpress effects. Four easy steps to professional results! Place BetterPress Press Plate onto the Chase (magnetic platform to hold the press plate). Next, tape Card Panel on the Platen (clear top plate with registration marks). Apply Ink onto Press Plate. Make Letterpress Sandwich and run through the manual die-cutting machine. This exciting new system was designed to be used with your Platinum or Platinum 6 Die-Cutting & Embossing Machine, and is also compatible with many other die cutting machines including the Sizzix Big Shot.
Features & Benefits:Use with your manual die-cutting machine
Includes everything to create stunning stationery
Specially formulated BetterPress Ink by Ranger Ink for a crisp letterpress image
Custom BetterPress Cotton Card Panels for the Best Impression
No Messy Paints or Brayers
Elevate BetterPress Designs with Watercolor, Ink, Foil and More!
The set includes:Chase (magnetic platform to hold the press plate) and three shims
Platen (clear top plate with registration marks)
Exclusive BetterPress Press Plates
BetterPress Black Mini Ink Pad
BetterPress Cotton Card Panels (15 A2/4.25 x 5.50 inch Panels - Five Each in Three Colors of Porcelain, Bisque and Pebble)
Best Ever Craft Tape 5/8 in. x 5 yds (180 inch)
BPI-002 Nature Tones BetterPress Ink $13.60
BPI-003 Regal Tones Beterpress Ink $13.60
BPI-012 Flower Garden BetterPress Ink $13.60
BPI-013 Desert Sun BetterPress Ink $13.60
BPI-022 Tropical BetterPress Inks $13.60
Jet Set BetterPress Inks $13.60
BetterPress Reinkers $4.40 each (Specify what colors you want)
Every Ink Pad has a reinker. There are more than what is shown above. Just let me know what color reinkers you would like.
Bisque A2(5.50 x 4.25") Cotton Card Panels (25 Sheets) $10.40 (Also available in Porcelain and Pebble)
Pebble A7 (5x7") Cotton Card Panels (25 sheets) $15.20 (Also available in Porcelain and Bisque)
8.5 x 11 Porcelain Cotton Card Panels (25 sheets) $36.00
(Also available in Pebble and Bisque if you like)
BPC-011 Porcelain A2 (5.5x4.25") DOUBLE WEIGHT Cotton Card Panels (25 Sheets) $13.60
BPC-012 Porcelain A2 (5x7") DOUBLE WEIGHT Cotton Card Panels (25 Sheets) $20.00
BP-085 BetterPress Replacement Chase Magnetic Insert $12.00
BP-086 Betterpress Replacement Platen $12.00
Ranger Archival Ink Cleaner $4.99
(This is the cleaner Spellbinders recommends to clean the plates and chase.)
PE-104 New and Improved Platinum Six Machine $130.00
This set includes the Universal Plate System (Not all machines come with this!) You also get an exclusive die set and an exclusive Embossing Folder.
If you are like me, you like your tools to work the correct system. The BetterPress works with Platinum machines with no shimming or guesswork. The BetterPress does work with other die cutting machines but you have to make sure the tool fits through the slot. If you are wondering if your die cutting machine is compatible, please contact Spellbinders just to be sure.
BP-066 Most Wonderful Time Press Plate $15.20
