Sizzix Holtz Alphanumeric 125 die set

As a new crafter I was all excited about making my own words. I quickly learned how tedious it is. I am lucky to be surrounded by crafty folks so was able to borrow alphabet dies before taking the plunge and purchasing my own. I decided I would like something simple, that was narrow to give me more space on a page and would complement a scripty word, like MERRY, with a scripted Christmas (which I own two of already). I searched and searched. I liked this set because it satisfied my basic requirement of narrow and simple, but look at all the extra letters you get, so you can actually form your word properly, and then have the negative so you are in essence making TWO elements not just one. I do love this set and use it often. Here's my tip, Use either scor-tape or a Xyron sticker machine to make your letters pre-sticky for you, it will save tons of time!