Below is a list of frequently asked questions about Scraparatus®. If your questions are not answered in the following information you may contact also contact Karen Foster Design online at www.karenfosterdesign.com or email support@karenfosterdesign.com.
- Simple? Addictive? Pink?…what does the Scraparatus® do?
- Okay, I am intrigued, what do I get when I buy the Scraparatus®?
- Why does the Scraparatus® Starter Set include a stomp pad and a stomp stone?
- How much does the Scraparatus® Starter Set cost?
- I want a Scraparatus®? Where can I buy one?
- I need some ideas and inspiration on what I can do with my Scraparatus. Where can I find Scraparatus® projects?
- Are there other Scraparatus® accessories available?
- Can it really die-cut anywhere on a layout or project?
- I loved my other Karen Foster Design tool – can I still use my accessories?
- Will paper get stuck in the tips… that is always a pain!
- Has Scraparatus® won any awards?
- Can I use eyelets with the Scraparatus®?
- Will Scraparatus® dies wear out?
- Will Scraparatus® punch through thick materials like chipboard and leather?
- My paper is getting stuck in my dies – how do I get the shape out of the die?
- How do the Scraparatus® tips stay in the tool?
- What size holes can Scraparatus® punch?
- I can't get the videos to work on the website, what's wrong?
- What other dies will work with Scraparatus®?
- My Scraparatus® is very loud. Is there anything I can do to minimize the noise?
Simple? Addictive? Pink?…what does the Scraparatus® do?
Scrapbooking + the perfect apparatus = Karen Foster Design’s Scraparatus® …the tool you’ve been dreaming of! It’s small, easy to use and performs the functions of many different paper crafting gadgets. It die-cuts alphabets and shapes, punches holes and sets eyelets.
Okay, I am intrigued, what do I get when I buy the Scraparatus®?
The Scraparatus® Starter Set has everything to get started: the tool, two hole punch tips, two eyelet splitter tips, two eyelet rounder tips, two dies, one die stomper, one adapter for previously released Karen Foster Design tips, one stomp pad, one stomp stone and of course one set of written instructions.
Why does the Scraparatus® Starter Set include a stomp pad and a stomp stone?
We know that all your scrapbooking and paper crafting does not take place on a perfect surface – you go to crops, your friend’s house, your LSS. Using the stomp pad and the stomp stone ensures that you can die-cut, punch holes and set eyelets in a breeze wherever you are scrapping! The stomp pad and stomp stone will also protect your Scraparatus® tool, tips and dies.
How much does the Scraparatus® Starter Set cost?
At a dreamy price of only $24.99, the Scraparatus® Starter Set is inexpensive and fun! The versatile Scraparatus® Starter set will become the staple of your paper crafting!
I want a Scraparatus®? Where can I buy one?
Scraparatus® is available at a wide variety of scrapbook retailers across the country and internationally. Check for Scraparatus® at your local scrapbook store and request Scraparatus® if a store does not carry it yet. Use the Retail Store Locator on www.karenfosterdesign.com to find a store in your area or if products are unavailable in your area shop online at Karen Foster Design's partner website Scrapbookpaper.com.
I need some ideas and inspiration on what I can do with my Scraparatus. Where can I find Scraparatus® projects?
If you need a little boost of creativity you can check out the Idea Gallery on www.karenfosterdesign.com for Scraparatus® project samples.
Are there other Scraparatus® accessories available?
Yes, right now we have extra die sets including two alphabets – Giddy Alphabet and Linkin’ Letters and two Pinky Dinky Die shape sets – Sassy Shapes and Tags Etc. Additional die sets are sold separately. The Scrap-N-Stash® Apron (buy now) is also available. You cannot live without this fabulous apron which has hooks and extra storage pockets perfect for stashing Scraparatus® accessories like dies and punching and setting tips. And, there are more accessories to come.
Can it really die-cut anywhere on a layout or project?
I loved my other Karen Foster Design tool – can I still use my accessories?
An adapter included in the Scraparatus® Starter Set allows previously released Embossing Alphabet Tips and Themed Tips to be used with Scraparatus®.
Will paper get stuck in the tips… that is always a pain!
No, Scraparatus® tips are designed to be self-cleaning. Each tip has a special conical shape that forces the paper out – no more cleaning your tips!
Has Scraparatus® won any awards?
Yes. The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) and members of the press awarded Karen Foster Design with the prestigious Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts Innovation award for Scraparatus® during the 66th Winter CHA Convention and Trade Show, January 28-31, 2007 in
Can I use eyelets with the Scraparatus®?
Yes, Scraparatus® sets both 1/8” and 3/16” eyelets. You can set eyelets with splitter tips or rounder tips. Scraparartus® will even set shaped eyelets. The only eyelets the Scraparatus® will not set are micro-eyelets and Jumbo Eyelets.
Will Scraparatus® dies wear out?
No! Can you believe it? The dies will never go dull because they are produced through a special process that will make them last forever!
Will Scraparatus® punch through thick materials like chipboard and leather?
Yes, of course! Scraparatus® can punch holes through materials as thick as leather, it may just take multiple pulls to punch all the way through. Scraparatus® tips are designed to be self-cleaning so check to make sure that the excess material is not in the way of your punching. Scraparatus® dies will punch through paper, cardstock and thin chipboard.
My paper is getting stuck in my dies – how do I get the shape out of the die?
Every Scraparatus® die has a special release hole specifically for this reason. When your paper or cardstock shape gets stuck in the die, simply use a push pin, paper clip or other pointy object to push through the release hole and pop out the die. It’s as simple as that!
How do the Scraparatus® tips stay in the tool?
All Scraparatus® tips are magnetic so the tips slide in and out of the tool easily allowing you to switch between die-cutting, hole punching and eyelet setting. The tips are held securely by the magnetic force and will not fall out.
What size holes can Scraparatus® punch?
Scraparatus® can punch holes to fit 1/8” and 3/16” eyelets. The actual hole sizes are 3 mm and 4.5 mm.
I can't get the videos to work on the website, what's wrong?
Videos are in QuickTime format. Make sure you have the latest version of QuickTime installed on your computer. Your website browser may not be compatible with the video format. Use the most recent version of your perferred browser to ensure that the videos load properly. If videos do not play on the videos page, try clicking "Download" next each video link to view them in a separate window or right click "Download" and save to your computer to view. Videos may also load very slowly with a dial-up connection. If you are still unable to view the instructional videos you may request a free DVD from Karen Foster Design. Please contact support@karenfosterdesign.com.
What other dies will work with Scraparatus®?
Scraparatus® will work with "wafer" dies (i.e. Quickutz type). The key is that they cannot have the adhesive back pad on them.
Place the metal part only image side up on top of the Scraparatus® marble stone. Then place the paper over the die and the plastic stomp pad on top of the paper. Stomp the top of the plastic stomp pad with using the Scraparatus® and stomper tip. Lift the plastic stomp pad to see where pressure needs to be applied to punch out the entire image.
My Scraparatus® is very loud. Is there anything I can do to minimize the noise?
Yes, actually there is! A piece of foam or cardboard underneath the stomp stone can absorb the noise. Try using the piece of white foam packaging in your Scraparatus® Starter Set – it works wonders! Place the foam pad underneath the stomp stone. Then put your stomp pad on top of the stomp stone and use your Scraparatus® as normal. This will minimize the sound.
