Monday, May 12, 2025

Swivel Hack For Your Anna Griffin Empress Die Cut Machine

Swivel Hack! How to Add Small Casters to Your Anna Griffin Empress Die Cut Machine ✨

Die-cutting is one of the most exciting parts of crafting—but if you own the Anna Griffin Empress Die Cut Machine, you probably know it’s not the easiest machine to move around. It’s sturdy, powerful, and... heavy. That’s why I came up with a clever little hack that makes crafting with it easier and more mobile: adding small swivel casters!

In my latest YouTube tutorial, I demonstrate how to attach small caster wheels to the base of your Empress machine to give it a full swivel range—making it easy to turn, reposition, and tuck away when you're done.


🎥 Watch the Full Video Tutorial:

                                                                                   


Whether your machine lives on a craft cart, a shelf, or a tight workspace, this hack will save your wrists and streamline your setup.


🛠️ What You’ll Learn in This Tutorial:

  • Where to place the small swivel casters on your Empress machine

  • The best adhesive or mounting method to use

  • How to ensure your machine remains stable and secure during cutting

  • Real-time demonstration of swiveling the Empress with ease

This hack is simple, budget-friendly, and makes a huge difference in your craft room workflow!


🧰 Supplies Needed:

  • Anna Griffin Empress Die Cutting Machine

  • 6 small swivel caster wheels (low-profile preferred), link to casters on my YouTube Video

  • Heavy-duty double-sided adhesive tape or mounting pads, included with casters.

  • Ruler, pencil, and cleaning cloth


💡 Why Add Casters?

  • Easier movement: Swivel the machine without lifting or dragging

  • Protect your work surface: Prevent scratching or scuffing

  • Space-saving: Easily slide your machine into tight spaces

  • Ergonomic: No more awkward twisting or shifting mid-project

                                                                                 


🌟 Final Thoughts

If you love crafting but hate dragging your tools around, this swivel hack for the Empress machine will change the way you work. It’s perfect for small craft spaces or anyone looking to make their setup more efficient and flexible.

Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to my channel for more crafting hacks, tutorials, and design inspiration!


Have a question about the hack or want to share your results? Drop a comment below or tag me on social—I’d love to see your upgraded Empress setup!


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