The Go Press and Foil machine is an incredibly versatile foiling tool that can be used with many popular embossing, die cutting machines.
You can use it in combination with normal thin metal dies, embossing folders or letterpress plates to create a unique look for your project using Couture Creations Hotfoil Stamps!
 

The GoPress & Foil Machine can foil just about anything. Whether you're looking to make paper, die cuts or other materials pop with a shiny silver lining, this machine has your back!

Everything you need is in the box (BYO Embossing machine), including the GoPress and Foil Base and Heating Platform, and a Heat Activated Foil Sampler Pack! Compatible with Cuttlebug and Sizzix Big Shot and GoPower & Emboss, as well as other popular Embossing Machines (please check with us if in doubt).

Included in the Box:

• 1 x GoPress and Foil machine
• 1 x Heating Platform with Stamp Press Cover
• 1 x Heat Activated Foil Starter Set (gold and silver)
• 1 x Metal Conversion Plate (for use with cut, foil and emboss dies)
• Australian model
• Crafties Co Exclusive - BONUS - 5 sets of dies/hot foil stamps to get your creative project started!

GoPress Machines come with a limited six-month Australian warranty and do not cover an international warranty.

Compatibility - GoPress machines work with most die-cutting and embossing machines on the market that can accommodate the GoPress & Foil's Heat Platform which measures 150mm wide and 25mm tall - Including the Cuttlebug, Platinum and Bigshot machines.

Crafties Co. has over 50 colours of heat-activated foils available to be used with the Gopress & Foil machine. 

Looking for a more completed set? Look no further as we also have the GoPress & Foil Machine BUNDLE KIT available. The Bundle kit includes a bonus silicone mat and two hot foil stamps. Click HERE for a BUNDLE KIT listing.

What materials can it work with?

The GoPress and Foil machine works with a myriad of materials, from leather, thin textiles and chipboard to cardstock, plastic gift bags, hessian, ribbon and patterned paper making it the most flexible solution available today for creating unique foiled, embossed, die cut and letterpress effects!
 

What accessories do you need?

The GoPress and Foil machine will work with the embossing folders and thin metal dies that you already own to create beautiful effects, but the most awe inspiring designs are created using our specially designed hot foil stamps and cut, foil and emboss dies combined with our huge range of heat activated foil colours and patterns. Combine these with your GoCut and Emboss or *Select die-cutting and embossing machines to create unique elements for invitations, cards, scrapbook pages, off-the-page projects and other crafts.

Some Quick How-To's

The GoPress and Foil machine is an amazing innovation ready to create a myriad of stunning new projects, we have listed some how to's below, but first, please read these handy tips:
* Trim the sharp edges on your heat activated foil pieces so there is not a lot of excess foil
* Use a metal shim or card shim where necessary to create the ideal pressure
* Pass the Heating Platform slowly though your diecutting machine

CHIPBOARD
Turn on machine
Open lid
Place a thin metal shim on the heat plate
Place foil coloured side down onto metal shim
Place chipboard piece
Close lid and let chipboard heat up for 30 seconds
Wind slowly through and back


THIN CUTTING DIES
Turn on machine
Open lid
Place cutting side up
Place foil coloured side down
Place card or medium you wish to use
Close lid and let die heat up for 30 seconds
Wind slowly through and back

EMBOSSING WITH FOIL
Turn on machine
Open lid
Place metal shim on heat plate
Place foil coloured side down
Place card ( size the card to the piece you wish to foil )
Place emboss folder ( embossing side down )
Place B - Plate
Let the plate combination heat up for 30 seconds
Keep lid open
Wind through once slowly ( you may need to use a piece of cardstock as extra shim depending on your machine )

LETTER PRESS
No heat required ( don't turn machine on )
No foil
Place hotfoil stamp on heat pad
Place card or desired medium
Place 2 layers of card stock shim
Close lid and wind slowly through and back

LETTER PRESS WITH INK
No heat or foil required
Place ink onto your hotfoil stamp similar to any other stamp and place image side up onto heat plate
Place card
Place 2 layers of card stock shim
Close lid and wind slowly through

HOTFOIL STAMPING
Turn on Machine
Open lid
Place hotfoil stamp onto heat plate
Place foil coloured side down
Place card or other medium
Close lid and let it heat up for 30 seconds
Wind slowly through and back

CUT AND HOTFOIL STAMPS
Turn on machine
Open lid
Place metal shim #1
Place cut and foil hotstamp sharp edges up
Place hotfoil coloured side down
Place card stock
Place metal shim #2
You may also need an extra card stock shim subject to what machine you use
Close lid and let it heat up for 30 seconds
Wind slowly through and back

RIBBON AND TEXTILES
Turn on machine
Open lid
Place hotfoil stamp onto heat pad
Place foil coloured side down
Place ribbon
Close lid
Wind slowly through and back

FOILING WITH NORMAL THIN DIES
Cut "Die Cut'N Bond" and apply to your card stock
Select your normal thin die
Cut in your Go Cut and Emboss die cutting machine ( or any other machine )
Take the card stock out of the die and then peel off the layer that protects the sticky layer
Apply foil colour side away from adhesive
Place into your "Go Press and Foil" machine
Place a metal shim
Close the lid and allow to heat for 20 seconds
Wind slowly through