While rummaging through old felt patterns back in 1998, Christine Vander Woude discovered some cute relics. “Why can’t I use these as paper piecing patterns?” She thought. And so was born a family company you know as Pazzles (paper + puzzles).

The first few years of Pazzles were spent teaching people the art and short cuts of paper piecing. Complimenting the patterns was the development of the Chalkin’ Easy kit developed by Christine’s husband, Simon. But the scrapbook industry was changing, and Pazzles needed to adapt. In 2002, a decision was made that would change the future of the company forever.

In order to continue marketing paper piecing patterns, owners Simon and Chris decided they needed to begin offering pre-cut pieces. A laser system seemed the logical answer, but the cost was beyond their financial means. Instead of giving up, the couple set out to find an economic solution. After a few phone calls with a vinyl sign maker, Pazzles envisioned the utilization of plotter technology to cut paper. Within a few months, Pazzles was producing pre-cut paper piecing kits without a laser, yet intricately and accurately cut. Demonstrating these patterns at scrapbook shows across the country generated a lot of questions like, “How did you do that?” Once the potential of the system was realized, it became clear that Pazzles was better suited to provide others with this technology and place the production of paper cutting in the hands of store owners and other scrapbook manufacturers.

Pazzles continues to revolutionize the way the craft world cuts paper by introducing TWO new models of the Creative Cutter! The new more affordable models make it possible for anyone to own a Creative Cutter. Next you will see our work with Provo Craft to create their non-computerized personal cutting system.

As a perfect compliment to the two new Creative Cutter models, Pazzles has completely changed the way we provide our customers with cutting images. Now customers can purchase affordable high quality images online, and begin using them right away! Pazzles.com has forums, a project gallery, online support, and whole community of excited Creative Cutter owners.