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Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System For Select Die Cutting & Embossing Machines, White

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Glimmer System (US)
Brand Spellbinders
Material Platinum,Leather
Color White
Operation Mode Manual
Item Weight 4.49 Pounds

About this item

  • This exciting new system was designed to be used with your Platinum or Platinum 6 Die cutting & Embossing machine, and is also compatible with most other die cutting machines.
  • Includes: Hot Foil System, Power Cord (US Version), Heat Resistant Acrylic Spacer Shims, Silicone Cooling Pad, Metal Stamp Tweezers, Two Starter Foil Rolls, & Two Starter Plates.
  • Foiled Elements can be added to various materials, such as cardstock, fabric, ribbon, leather, and more.
  • You can even create foiled designs using some of your existing metal dies.
  • Add stunning foiled elements to any card, scrapbooking, DIY, or mixed media project.
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Spellbinders NEW Glimmer Hot Foil System

Glimmer Hot Foil

Glimmer Hot Foil System

Glimmer Hot Foil Designs

How to Use:

  1. Plug in, turn on the machine and wait for it to heat up until the ready light indicator turns green.
  2. Place Glimmer plate on the heating surface. Press the timer button and wait until it turns solid green.
  3. Place Glimmer Foil shiny side facing down on the hot foil plate.
  4. Place Glimmer Specialty Cardstock or other material on the foil and cover with the green, heat-resistant plate and the clear acrylic spacer pad.
  5. Remove the whole platform from the base and roll it slowly through the Spellbinders Platinum machine or any other compatible die-cutting machine.
  6. Remove the plate and spacer pad and place the Platform back into the base. Lift your foil-covered cardstock up and slowly peel the foil from the material.
  7. Enjoy the lovely foil finish on your project!

Compatible Machines:

Designed to work with the Spellbinders Platinum and Platinum 6 machines, the Glimmer System is also compatible with many other die-cutting machines, including:

  • FSJ Platinum, Platinum 6
  • Sizzix BigShot
  • Sizzix BigKick
  • Sizzix Big Shot Plus
  • Tim Holtz Vagabond
  • We R Memory Keepers Evolution
  • FSJ Amaze
  • Craftwell eBosser

Also compatible with most machines that have at least a 6" platform and accept steel-rule dies.

Features:

  • Use 300+ Glimmer Plates and like products such as GoPress Hot Foil Stamps and Gemini by Crafter's Companion Foil Dies.
  • 50+ Foil Colors available from Spellbinders
  • Foil with Your Existing Metal Dies*
  • Use on many materials including Cardstock, Watercolor Paper, Clipboard, Fabric, Ribbon, Leather.
Glimmer Hot Foil System

NEW Glimmer Hot Foil System

New and Improved!

With the Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System you can now add stunning and eye-catching foil details to any card or mixed media project. This exciting 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.

The Glimmer Hot Foil System is easy to use. Just heat the platform & the chosen plate, create your foiling sandwich, and then run the platform through your die-cutting machine. Foiled Elements can be added to various materials, such as cardstock, fabric, ribbon, leather, and more. You can even create foiled designs using some of your existing metal dies.*

Other machines may be compatible with the Glimmer Hot Foil System. The machine must have at least a 6" wide platform and cut steel rule dies in order to work with Glimmer. Note: the Cuttlebug is NOT compatible with the Glimmer.

Includes

  • Hot Foil Stamp Press Machine
  • Includes Magnetic Pick-up Tool
  • Heat Resistant Acrylic Spacer Pad: 8.25" x 6.125"
  • Heat Resistant Acrylic Plate: 8.25" x 6.125"
  • Silicone Cooling Pad: 8.625" x 6.25"
  • Two Exclusive Hot Foil Plates: Floral Frame & Sentiment
  • Two Starter Foil Rolls: Gold & Rainbow
  • Two Starter Foil Rolls: Gold & Rainbow

Glimmer Double Foiling

Glimmer Negative Foiling

Glimmer Foil on Acetate

Glimmer Foil Over Ink

Double Foiling

Use a solid shape plate to create a base in one color foil, then add a design plate with a different color foil for a fun, layered effect.

Negative Foiling

Recycle a piece of already used foil with a solid shape plate for a stunning reverse image.

Foil on Acetate

Create gorgeous cards by hot foiling onto Spellbinders Heat-Resistant Acetate.

Foil Over Ink

Ink a card panel to add a bright pop of color to a foiled design.

Glimmer Hot Foil

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Glimmer Hot Foil System the same as the Go, Press, and Foil Machine?

No, it is a different system. Some of the features that separate the Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System from the Go Press and Foil include:

Indicator lights on the machine, Power Light Indicator, Platform “Ready” Light indicator (meaning the surface has reached the best temperature for foil transfer), Timer Light Indicator & Timer Power button. The Glimmer Hot Foil System also has Power Cord Storage underneath the machine making it even easier to store.

Can I use my Go, Press, and Foil Machine Hot Foil Stamps with Glimmer?

Yes, you can. You can also use Gemini by Crafter’s Companion Foil Dies. You may need to experiment as to whether an extra spacer sheet will be needed when foiling.

Can I use my Couture Creations Foil with the Glimmer Hot Foil System?

Yes, you can. You can also use Foil Quill foils and Gemini Foilpress foils. These are all thermal foils, which means that heat activates the foil to transfer the image onto your substrate.

Can I use any dies with my Glimmer machine?

You can use MANY metal wafer-thin dies (0.8mm thick) with the Glimmer Hot Foil System.

*Please note: that some dies do not translate well to foiling and you will need to experiment.

**Tip: When using dies, you will need to add an extra cardstock or two because the dies are slightly thinner than the Glimmer plates.

Do the plates wear out over time?

No, Glimmer Plates do not wear out over time.

What happens if I foiled directly onto my Glimmer plate, Spacer Pad or Thin spacer plate?

You can remove unwanted foil from a spacer pad, or plate by using a product called “Un-Du” (or similar adhesive remover product) and scraping the foil off with a flat edge. A how-to demonstration is included in our video of common Glimmer questions and tips.

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With the Spellbinders Glimmer Hot Foil System, you can now add stunning and eye catching foil features to a card or mixed media project. This exciting new system was designed to be used with your Platinum or Platinum 6 Die cutting Embossing machine, and is also compatible with select die cutting machines, including: FSJ Platinum, FSJ Platinum 6, Deep Sea Die Cutting and Embossing Machine, Sizzix BigShot, Sizzix BigKick, Sizzix Big Shot Plus, Sizzix Big Shot Express, Tim Holtz Vagabond, We R Memory Keepers Evolution, & FSJ Amaze machine. Other machines may be compatible with the Glimmer Hot Foil System. Machine must have at least a 6" wide platform and cut steel rule dies in order to work with Glimmer. The Cuttlebug is NOT compatible with the Glimmer.Foiled Elements can be added to various materials, such as cardstock, fabric, ribbon, leather, and more. You can even create foiled designs using some of your existing metal dies. ( Not all etched dies are compatible.) Includes: Hot Foil Stamp Press System, Power Cord (US Version), Heat Resistant Acrylic Spacer Shim, Silicone Cooling Pad, Tweezers, Two Starter Foil Rolls (Silver & Gold) & Two Starter Hot Foil Plates.Please take some time to get familiar by reading the instruction guide thoroughly before starting. For best results smooth cardstock is recommended. If you have any issues with the system, please reach out to Spellbinders directly to troubleshoot the system and review the foiling process. Packaging may vary

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Customers say

Customers like the appearance and ease of use of the die cut machine. They mention that the foiling is beautiful, makes cards and embellishments very shiny, and is creative. However, some customers report issues with heating. Opinions are mixed on quality.

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5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the die cut machine. They mention that the foiling is beautiful, it makes cards and embellishments very shiny, and it's fun to play with.

"...The Glimmer is instant foil satisfaction! Super easy to set up and get ready...." Read more

"...The foil looks very rich and will take my card-making up a few notches...." Read more

"...I love it and it's so much fun to play with it but it makes cards and embellishments very shiny...." Read more

"I like how easy it is to use and the foiling is beautiful! Would definitely purchase again if ever needed!" Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers find the die cut machine easy to use and set up.

"...The Glimmer is instant foil satisfaction! Super easy to set up and get ready...." Read more

"The Glimmer system is so easy to use, I just love it. Right after I got it I had to whip together a Christmas card and run out the door...." Read more

"I love this product. It is easy to use out of the box provided you have a compatible die-cutting machine, which I didn’t...." Read more

"...The instructions were very easy to follow and my samples came out great...." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers like the foiling of the die cut machine. They say it foils very well, but it does take some practice with the sandwich. They also mention that the foil comes out fantastic and that it has a perfect foil system.

"...It foils very well but does take some practice with the sandwich and the dies. Not all dies are the same thickness." Read more

"The foil comes out fantastic...." Read more

"Perfect foil system..." Read more

16 customers mention10 positive6 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the die cut machine. Some mention it's a great product with wonderful results, while others say it stopped working after their third use.

"...It works perfectly with my Vagabond 2. My only beef would be that it can be difficult to get the plates out of the base without everything slipping...." Read more

"...It's not perfect, I didn't take the time to line up the dies properly, but that's MY fault not the Glimmer's! LOL!" Read more

"I’ve had a competitors product as well, and this one is better made. Sturdy, and well made. The part that heats up stays the shape it’s suppose to...." Read more

"...The Spellbinders Glimmer System works perfectly with my Sizzix Big Shot so that made me really happy...." Read more

5 customers mention0 positive5 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the heating of the die cut machine. They mention that it didn't heat up at all and the plate was barely hot.

"...step by step, but the foil would not transfer and the plate was barely hot and it took five attempts before she got a half way decent result...." Read more

"Wish I could give a good review here, it came early, but it did not heat up at all...." Read more

"...Gold was bronze color. Cord ill fitting. Unit runs very hot. Magnet does not stick. Means printed image is sloppy. Not good...." Read more

"Quit working after my 3rd use. Would not heat up.Waiting for a replacement from Spellbinders...." Read more

Easy set up, easy to use
5 Stars
Easy set up, easy to use
I am in love! This machine is wonderful. I’ve avoided getting a foiling machine because it seemed so complicated and I don’t have a printer that uses toner. I do have the deco foil gel, which you can spread over a stencil and once dry run it through a laminator with the foil, and also some Gina K toner design sheets but designs are limited there and the foil often misses sticking to spots on the sheets. The issue I have with the deco gel is having to wait for the gel to dry. The Glimmer is instant foil satisfaction! Super easy to set up and get ready. I also like that the machine is lightweight and small enough that I can leave it out on my craft table. It works perfectly with my Vagabond 2. My only beef would be that it can be difficult to get the plates out of the base without everything slipping. I saw Jennifer McGuire on youtube tape hers to prevent slipping, so that’s what I will do in future. Also, I would love to have more options on the plates. I purchased the hello plate, flower pattern and thinking of you plates, along with the heart flourishes. None of the other plates currently available speak to me, hoping to see more designs soon. All in all, I am thrilled with this machine and am glad I put off getting a foiling machine until now. The $87 and change price currently on amazon is worth every penny for me.
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InCogNito
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy set up, easy to use
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2019
Style: Glimmer System (US)Verified Purchase
I am in love! This machine is wonderful. I’ve avoided getting a foiling machine because it seemed so complicated and I don’t have a printer that uses toner. I do have the deco foil gel, which you can spread over a stencil and once dry run it through a laminator with the foil, and also some Gina K toner design sheets but designs are limited there and the foil often misses sticking to spots on the sheets. The issue I have with the deco gel is having to wait for the gel to dry. The Glimmer is instant foil satisfaction! Super easy to set up and get ready. I also like that the machine is lightweight and small enough that I can leave it out on my craft table. It works perfectly with my Vagabond 2. My only beef would be that it can be difficult to get the plates out of the base without everything slipping. I saw Jennifer McGuire on youtube tape hers to prevent slipping, so that’s what I will do in future. Also, I would love to have more options on the plates. I purchased the hello plate, flower pattern and thinking of you plates, along with the heart flourishes. None of the other plates currently available speak to me, hoping to see more designs soon. All in all, I am thrilled with this machine and am glad I put off getting a foiling machine until now. The $87 and change price currently on amazon is worth every penny for me.
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InCogNito
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy set up, easy to use
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2019
I am in love! This machine is wonderful. I’ve avoided getting a foiling machine because it seemed so complicated and I don’t have a printer that uses toner. I do have the deco foil gel, which you can spread over a stencil and once dry run it through a laminator with the foil, and also some Gina K toner design sheets but designs are limited there and the foil often misses sticking to spots on the sheets. The issue I have with the deco gel is having to wait for the gel to dry. The Glimmer is instant foil satisfaction! Super easy to set up and get ready. I also like that the machine is lightweight and small enough that I can leave it out on my craft table. It works perfectly with my Vagabond 2. My only beef would be that it can be difficult to get the plates out of the base without everything slipping. I saw Jennifer McGuire on youtube tape hers to prevent slipping, so that’s what I will do in future. Also, I would love to have more options on the plates. I purchased the hello plate, flower pattern and thinking of you plates, along with the heart flourishes. None of the other plates currently available speak to me, hoping to see more designs soon. All in all, I am thrilled with this machine and am glad I put off getting a foiling machine until now. The $87 and change price currently on amazon is worth every penny for me.
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Linda W
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product.
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2023
Style: Glimmer System (US) With Pick Up ToolVerified Purchase
I’ve had a competitors product as well, and this one is better made. Sturdy, and well made. The part that heats up stays the shape it’s suppose to. A++
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Vicki L
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE this system!
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2020
Style: Glimmer System (US)Verified Purchase
The Glimmer system is so easy to use, I just love it. Right after I got it I had to whip together a Christmas card and run out the door. It's not perfect, I didn't take the time to line up the dies properly, but that's MY fault not the Glimmer's! LOL!
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Vicki L
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE this system!
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2020
The Glimmer system is so easy to use, I just love it. Right after I got it I had to whip together a Christmas card and run out the door. It's not perfect, I didn't take the time to line up the dies properly, but that's MY fault not the Glimmer's! LOL!
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trubluegrl
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Foiling System
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2022
Style: Glimmer System (US) With Pick Up ToolVerified Purchase
It took me awhile to decide if I wanted to purchase a foiling system, because I wasn't sure if I would get the results I was was looking for, or if I would have to also purchase another die cutting machine. The Spellbinders Glimmer System works perfectly with my Sizzix Big Shot so that made me really happy. The results are beautiful, and I'm hoping to expand my usage with other dies in my collection.
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GluedTogether
4.0 out of 5 stars There's a bit of a learning curve but the result is worth it.
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2021
Style: Glimmer System (US) With Pick Up ToolVerified Purchase
Follow the directions carefully and make a few experimental pieces. My first efforts had gold smudges that had to be erased. I also found that it took a strong tug to remove the apparatus from the heating element and that the project shifted when I did so. I learned to tape the plate and cardstock together and slip the glimmer between them when ready. I also remove the apparatus from the heating element before I place the spacer plates on top, to make sure everything stayed in place before I put it through the rollers. There are lots of good videos out there to help, but once you get the hang of it, the results are well worth it!
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Claudette Cruz
5.0 out of 5 stars Can’t stop foiling!
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2022
Style: Glimmer System (US) With Pick Up ToolVerified Purchase
I love this product. It is easy to use out of the box provided you have a compatible die-cutting machine, which I didn’t. That was easily solved; I purchased the Platinum from right here on Amazon with free Prime shipping and voila! Foiling is really fun. I only recommend you also purchase Tombow sand erasers to remove excessive foiling where there shouldn't be.
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JK
5.0 out of 5 stars I Am Happy!
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2020
Style: Glimmer System (US)Verified Purchase
There was a small learning curve for me, figuring out how to shim the plate so that I could get the best print. I am looking forward to using this machine more (and now that we're all locked down, I suppose I will have more time to do so)! The foil looks very rich and will take my card-making up a few notches.

I was lucky to get the system from Amazon Warehouse, so there was a substantial discount. (If you are looking "bigger" purchases, you might want to do a search there.)

I also purchased a sand eraser to buff off extra bits of foil.
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H. Hogan
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to use
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2021
Style: Glimmer System (US) With Pick Up ToolVerified Purchase
As soon as I received the machine, I took it out of the box and sampled the foil and the foil plates that were included. The instructions were very easy to follow and my samples came out great. This machine will get plenty of use adding foil to my cards & scrapbook pages.
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Michele
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing machine I glad I don't have to live without.
Reviewed in Canada on September 16, 2019
Style: Glimmer System (US)Verified Purchase
This product does exactly what I expected. It produces an almost perfect impression of the dies (I tried a few). The final look was either total coverage or a slightly distressed look. After cooling I waited, even though instructions said that it was OK, and tried to flake off the foil and it was pretty solid. You would have to be deliberately trying to remove it. I am very pleased with my purchase.
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Cliente de Amazon
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente producto.
Reviewed in Mexico on June 21, 2019
Style: Glimmer System (US)Verified Purchase
Excelente. El foil queda super bien. Es sencillo de usar.
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mrs deborah smith
5.0 out of 5 stars So easy to use
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 24, 2020
Style: Glimmer System (US)Verified Purchase
I had been looking for one of the hot foiling systems for a long time, reading, researching and watching YouTube videos. Finally found this one in stock (as many of the sources were out of stock) So glad I bought it and the delivery was really quick and well packaged. I have only started, so I am not an expert, but love the ease of hot foiling to give beautiful results.
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Liz C
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun purchase
Reviewed in Canada on September 29, 2020
Style: Glimmer System (US)Verified Purchase
Easy to use but I definitely need more practice to avoid over foiling. Didn't realize this came with a plate and foil. Bonus!
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Sandra Embrey
5.0 out of 5 stars Works beautifully and results in professional looking projects.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2020
Style: Glimmer System (US)Verified Purchase
I love this machine, It is a easy to use and results are beautiful. Any over foiling can be removed using a mono sand eraser. I have used with Spellbinders glimmer foil and also with go press and foil, foil. Results have been great. Its my new favourite machine.
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