I have heard that a lot of the machines that they sell at craft stores for polymer clay are cheaply made and break easily.  I will admit that I do own one of those same machines but I use it for travel.  (Like to guild meetings and the like).  I bought it on sale and use my employee discount as well.  (I work at a local A.C.Moore).

I have an Atlas that my husband bought me years ago.  I have never had any problems with it.

My husband got it a specialty food store.  I have also seen them at the higher end cooking stores, like William and Sonoma.  I rarely have seen them at thrift stores but every now and then I find them there.  I also know that you can find them at garage sales.

Another place to look is on e-bay.  Although you have to becareful with shipping costs.  You can get lucky though.

Posted by Helen in Tips and Techniques on July 9th, 2007 |