Have enjoyed using the press! My GKids enjoy it too! Make sure the dough is a little on the dry side so it does not stick or separate when the auger begins to move it to the press plate. After that let the machine do the work. I hang the long noodles to dry for a few minutes after I cut them and let the small noodles and macaroni drop into a lightly floured bowl as I cut them.  Super Easy. Clean up is easy too. One hint: I use dental floss to clean the openings on the Fusilli Plate. Enjoy!