Fmm Multi Ribbon Cutter...

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Amy729 Posted 13 May 2008 , 2:09pm
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Has anyone used this? I have the wilton cutter/embosser tool and it drives me mad. I was hoping someone had tried the FMM cutter and could tell me if it is any better.

Thanks!
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vdrsolo Posted 13 May 2008 , 2:52pm
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I have it, it works awesome.

But I will be honest with you, I actually didn't have that much trouble with the Wilton cutter ( never used it for embossing, just cutting straight lines). Once I had it tightened, I backed it off a small turn (same needs to be done with the FMM)

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Amy729 Posted 13 May 2008 , 10:36pm
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With the wilton one I have a problem with it cutting a clean edge. How is the edge with the FMM?

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Texas_Rose Posted 14 May 2008 , 11:46am
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All I have so far is the Wilton one, and I don't get smooth edges with it either...but I've found a really easy way to smooth them. I have a yellow plastic tool that's really for clay http://www.rexart.com/product6034.html (it's the one in the middle, that works so well for smoothing). Anyhow, when I cut ribbons, I just slide the tool along the edges and I get a perfect edge icon_biggrin.gif

But I do wish I had a ribbon cutter that worked better, too. This is what I want to get http://www.fantes.com/images/4412pastry_cutters.jpg

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vdrsolo Posted 14 May 2008 , 6:27pm
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Originally Posted by Amy729

With the wilton one I have a problem with it cutting a clean edge. How is the edge with the FMM?




Very clean, no need to go back with a knife or anything.

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DianeLM Posted 14 May 2008 , 7:18pm
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But I do wish I had a ribbon cutter that worked better, too. This is what I want to get http://www.fantes.com/images/4412pastry_cutters.jpg




I got that and hated it. The spacing between the wheels is not even, so it's awful for ribbon loops. Up to 1/4" difference, which is a pretty big deal when making bows. I contacted Ateco and believe it or not, they opened several boxes to measure the spacing and they were all uneven.

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superstar Posted 14 May 2008 , 8:24pm
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The FMM cutter is great, works really well.

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Rosie2 Posted 14 May 2008 , 9:13pm
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Quick question...what is the name of the FMM cutter? and where do I find it? and, is the Wilton cutter the one that comes with several wheels? I think I have it, but don't know how to use it icon_redface.gif

Thank you to all!

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tonedna Posted 14 May 2008 , 9:27pm
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I like the Wilton..you do need not to put the screw too tight so it rolls easy and some pressure when you cut!
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Bossy Posted 14 May 2008 , 10:57pm
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I found a pastry cutter on ebay that cuts multiple strips at the same time (adjustable to size them) for $20. Love it!

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JenniferMI Posted 14 May 2008 , 11:49pm
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I LOVE the FMM ribbon cutter, use it ALL the time!

I know where you can get a good deal on one, too! E-mail me at:
[email protected]

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vdrsolo Posted 15 May 2008 , 2:01am
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knel Posted 15 May 2008 , 2:20am
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I have the Wilton ribbon cutter, and I hated it at first... I figured out that if you hold the handle completely upright while rolling it, it cuts MUCH MUCH better and actually gives a clean cut. Also, it helps a little to chill the fondant for a few minutes prior to cutting.

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