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This is the real deal, high-quality brand-name ceramic insulation . This is the real deal, high-quality brand-name ceramic insulation, 1" thick. Exactly what you need when dealing with the really hot stuff! CM Ceramics is an established supplier of industrial materials with a long track record of quality materials and service. Other offerings appear to be "cheaper" because they are! You will find them to be either generic imported knock-off materials or 1/2" thickness. The 1/2" thickness is 1/2 the material, so naturally, you will find it at half the price. While the knock-off materials may say 1" thick, you will find that they don't have the same density and material qualities. You save nothing because the other offerings won't do the job. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Beautiful punch but difficult to use. I was so excited to get this! The price was great for a large Martha Stewart punch which are typically closer to $20-$30 at my local craft store. Found this for 1/2 the price and jumped on it! However, once it arrived and I tested it out on notebook paper (bc that's what I had handy at the moment and I just had to try out!!) it was really difficult to use. The actual punch comes out flawless, but getting the rest of the paper out once you punch is extremely difficult. I tried it with card stock afterwards hoping it would turn out better, but alas, I was left with disappoinment. I gave it 3 stars bc the actual punch is beautiful, but it just isn't something I could use to make anything elaborate nor could I use it in a bulk project. I'm going to keep it and use it. I just wish it was easier to use and not such a hassle. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Don't bother--it's not what you think you're getting. I bought the Fiskars Everywhere Punch Window System Starter Kit and <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Fiskars-01-005564-Everywhere-Punch-Refill-Circle/dp/B003UO3DLG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Fiskars 01-005564 Everywhere Punch, Refill Circle</a> from (redacted)--I should have read the reviews here first and saved my $. They are useless. Every punch I've ever used or seen used produces a shape, like a large piece of fancy confetti, that you then USE for something else. These punches produce a shape that is utterly ruined by having three large holes punched through it. I have no idea what anyone would use these for or how anyone is giving them glowing reviews.
What is super misleading is that the product pages show the various punches with a nice cutout example of the shape. Any reasonable person would expect to get THAT SHAPE, not that shape with a triangle of holes punched into it. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
A Great Little Kit. This little kit is the best thing in the world. The stamper I received was high quality, as well as the sealing wax. The tea lights do not do a great job of melting the wax, but they do end up getting the job done with a little patience. I am sure there is a better way of separating the wax to melt it, but I just ended up cutting it into chunks, placing them into the melting spoon, and putting them over the tea light. The wax dries quickly and looks great, especially if you combine them. (Silver and gold look great mixed.) I am a high school student and I have actually turned homework assignments in with a sealed envelope, simply because it is insanely fun to stamp hot wax onto an envelope. It gives everything you stamp a sense of class, and it will definitely brighten someone else's day. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best Looking Whiteboard in the Office. I had to convert my huge whiteboard into a grid. I carefully measured and positioned the tape. Since it is reposition-able my bad math was forgiven. What I like is that it sticks to the board really well, I erase over it everyday yet with some serious prying at an edge I can reposition it as needed. Since it's only been up a few weeks I can't speak to what it will do to the whiteboard a few years down the road. I doubt the "glue" will damage it though. This is far better than drawing a grid which can get erased and doesn't look as nice/organized.
2 years later and this tape is exactly where I put it despite daily erasing over it. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Gorgeous, Mesmerizing, Bigger Than I Expected. What did I pay, a dollar and some change on this? Well for that price, these are fantastic.
The quality is actually pretty good. All the details appear perfectly symmetrical, and the adhesive looks strong.
I haven't tried them out yet, but they truly are a gorgeous, color-flashing bunch of round, decorative, AB crystal/gem stickers.
They are a little bigger than I had expected. They seem smaller in the picture.
These aren't for nail decoration, or for flat things like photos to put into albums.
I wouldn't personally use them to decorate the back of a phone, because of possible discomfort from the pointy centers, but I'm assuming that it would still work.
There are exactly 3 different sticker sizes, with 20 "small" ones, 20 medium ones, and 10 large ones. They are all lined up on one durable plastic sheet.
Every gem is alive with colorful flashes of light, and they are mesmerizing with any movement. They are all large enough to catch anyone's attention, for the use of any project or decoration. They can be used on fabric, paper, metal, plastic, etc.
I'm going to try these adhesive crystals on glass. Specifically, glass votive candle holders... towards the top, so the candles won't heat up the gems and melt off the adhesive.
I will probably use flameless candles anyway.
The "Craft Buddy" company says to use their specially designed pokey tool, or the tip of a nail, to remove the sticker from the PVC backing by placing the tip under the adhesive backing, and carefully lifting up.
(That's really funny; I didn't know other people use the "pokey tool." I used them to do minor watch repairs and adjustments years ago at my jeweller job.)
Even in very dim light, if there is any slight source of light in the room, the facets on these gems shine like crazy.
There seems to be 16 facets on the pointy face of the large gems! That's a lot of facets for one single side! Each of those triangle facets alternate between frosted and transparent acrylic material. So that creates a sense of deeper demension, and more color bursting combinations.
The center round gems point outwards, and come to a point towards the middle, so they have a lot of texture, which is also apparent from the side view.
Because of the pointiness, the main gems have seemingly punctured the outside plastic a bit. But upon closer examination, they aren't open holes. They are just enough to see obvious indentations...
..Just in case you send them as a gift. But regardless, I personally wouldn't hesitate to give this to other girls and women. It's just way too blingy to frown about.
If you love shine, sparkle, and rainbow colors from within clear crystal gems, this is for YOU.
Around each 3-D center gem, there are many tiny, round, bezel-set gems encircling it.
These tiny gems also sparkle and flash with immense color and light.
The only stickers with 2 outside rows of bezel-set gems are the 10 biggest sized stickers.
The rest of the 2 sizes have faceted gems, that are surrounded by a single row of smaller gems.
This 1 sheet of sparkling adhesive gems doesn't look like much in terms of quantity. But for a buck or so, this is a great deal. The details and symmetry are all pretty close to perfect.
That kind of quality is usually harder to find for cheap stickers with fake gems. There are usually small details that are off, which are obvious indications of cheap decorative product.
These gem stickers impress me.
I'm an artist, crafter and jewelry consultant and designer, so I can see every tiny detail easily.
I've handled everything from resin to wood to bamboo to glass to Swarovski crystal to genuine diamonds and gorgepus colored gemstones.
Of course I can't compare these to diamonds, but as far as craft decorations go, these are a really smart buy. And if you have any daughters, they will go nuts!
The back of each gem is completely filled with a decent adhesive coat. Which finalizes the Magnetta Stamp of Approval.
Enjoy them!
Oh, and if you are a Prime member like me, and these are not available through Prime right now, then remember to buy single sheets, or else they will tack shipping costs on top.
Just like all of the other non-Prime + free shipping items sold on Amazon.
That is why these companies offer the free shipping- to attract you, in the hopes that you'll buy multiples of the item, so they can hit you with an extra charge.
Don't fall for that guys! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Love these. I have become obsessed with Washi Tapes. They are perfect for creatively labeling Essential Oil bottles. With the black and dark ones I uses fine tip metallic markers and it is absolutely beautiful.
I was excited when these arrived. I loved the color combination of the black and pink. However one of the rolls that was suppose to be "pink" was more of a red but that is ok. The other two pink rolls were truly pink. And all three black rolls were great. Looking through some of the other reviews I have seen some issues of not all rolls being the same size and appearing used. So I made sure to check specifically for this and I am happy to report all my rolls were the same thickNess and seemed to all have the same amount of tape on each roll. I saw no indication of these being used. So hopefully they have resolved this issue.
I would like to note to those not familiar with washi tapes, they are not wide tapes. They are about the width of scotch tape. They will also not perform the same as many other tapes. These are a decorative tape and whereas they are versatile and can be used in many ways they are not designed to really "hold". So if you are looking for tape and adhesive is your primary concern this may not be your best option. I am not saying they will not stick because they do. Like said earlier they stick to glass bottles wonderfully. But they are limited.
I did receive this product at a discounted rate or complimentary in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. I am completely honest in every review because I myself look to reviews for input on making purchases. I review every product as if I paid full price. And if my opinion is changed after I post a review I do not hesitate to update and change my product rating. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
TERRIFIC PRODUCT. ABSOLUTELY GREAT PRODUCT! Easy, clean, and safe to use, and extremely user friendly! The only regret I had with this order, and it's a big one, is that I didn't now this product even existed until I "ran into it" on Amazon!!! Serves terrifically as prototype consumable for creating, repairing, adjusting, and rebuilding hard polymer items with a very high quality, fit and finish.
The bonus coloring agents included with this listing only made a terrific buy even better, and you can't go wrong with this purchase. Or, and I say this very respectfully, if you can't work with this material, you need not even attempt using any other similar product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Beautiful Gold Washi Tape. Beautiful gold washi tape!! AllyDrew make several washi tape sets. I have wanted to try some of their washi tape for some time now. They are so much more reasonably priced than some of the others brands. And they have such cute pattern combinations. I ordered these gold ones; I have been obsessed with gold lately.
There are twelve tapes in this bundle. They are all gold. They are a good quality washi tape. They ripe easily enough and the rolls are not too small. It comes with six that are very shiny gold (pineapple, white and gold chevron, arrows, little hearts, triangles, and white polka dots.) The other six are a more muted gold.
I received this product for a discount for my honest review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I recommend pouring hot melted ingredients into mold. I am a first time buyer of glycerin soap for making soap. It arrived yesterday and I instantly tried making my own soap. After reading the reviews, I was concerned if it would be clear or cloudy. My first batch was both clear and cloudy. Yes, I noticed the one clear soap, others were cloudy because I came back to the mold and poured a little extra to fill the mold. When I directly poured the melted glycerin soap with color added and scent added, liquid was still hot - resulted in clear soap. You can see in the picture, one soap was half clear and half cloudy. I recommend pouring hot melted ingredients into mold. So - today, one day later, I remelted the soap I made yesterday. I poured it directly from microwave to the mold. Results - clear soap. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Finally I've found the right brand of hot melt adhesive. I got these at the same time as my first industrial hot melt glue gun, and they are everything you could ask for!
Minor point, but there is some space in the box when you open it. For me, this was just perfect, as there was just enough space for my new glue gun to go in there, solving my problem of where to store the gun... Probably not intended, but very useful for me all the same...
The adhesive melts easily in my glue gun <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Hot-Glue-Gun-WEIO-Full-Size-Not-Mini-60-100W-Dual-Power-Hot-Melt-Glue-Heavy-Duty-High-Temp-Melt-Glue-Gun-Kit-with-15-Pcs-Premium-Glue-Sticks-for-Arts-Craft-Projects-Sealing-Finger-Cap/dp/B079BNF3PP/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Hot Glue Gun, WEIO Full Size (Not Mini) 60/100W Dual Power Hot Melt Glue Heavy Duty High Temp Melt Glue Gun Kit with 15 Pcs Premium Glue Sticks for Arts, Craft Projects &Sealing Finger Cap</a> even on the lower power setting of 60W. I had no dripping from it, but I did have quite a bit of stringing with it - Don't just try to pull the gun away, "wipe" the nozzle on the thing you are gluing to reduce strings forming. I needed to fill some large areas and found that the glue melted almost instantaneously, so there was no delay waiting for it to melt as I pressed the trigger, it would melt as quickly as I could pull the trigger (on the 100W setting though).
I had some problem getting into my box of glue sticks, as the tape would not come off. Then it struck me - The box they come in was taped up, not sealed with hot-melt adhesive. That made me smile, as I guess for carton sealing, tape is still quicker and cheaper...Hot-melt adhesive though does make boxes tamper-evident, as they will always show that they have been opened.
The glue proved to retain it's heat for quite a good time, giving you time to reposition things if you are using it for crafts. I am not going to be buying any other brand from now on, this has already proved to be all that you could want from it.
I know some reviewers say it does not adhere very well, but if you look at the reviews for all the other brands, they too have reviews that say the same thing. Hot melt adhesive is not perfect at sticking all things and so I suspect that these reviews might have been trying to glue some things that were not very well suited for hot melt - Or they were dirty, wet or dusty. All of these things will prevent any hot melt adhesive from adhering. I found that this adhesive sticks as well, or better than any other I've tried. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
So when looking around I have a tough time finding a good pair I liked. Bought this to replace my 20 year old fingerless gloves that started to fall apart. For some reason they don't make stronger leather palmed fingerless gloves as much as they used to. So when looking around I have a tough time finding a good pair I liked, finally after searching around it came down to this and the Pearl izumi Pittards leather palmed glove. After having tried both I must say that Giro is onto something here. Both modes from Pearl Izumi and Giro has a easy remove feature, but after trying the gloves out, the Giro tabs on the middle and 4th fingers were much easier to use than any other quick removal system I used. The leather and padding is not quite as thick as my 20 year old Velo gloves, but by todays standards its pretty good and absorbs some of the harshness from rough roads coming through the handlebars. The small fit my hands well and snug so having the easy removal system makes it all the better. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I should have listened to the other reviews but I . I should have listened to the other reviews but I honestly did not think I'd be as bothered as I was. The clamp was small and difficult to adjust - it lowers (slowly, painstakingly) from the device rather than a proper, quick and more functional screw clamp. I had to test multiple tables in my home before I found one with a thin enough top to accommodate the clamp. The spindle, onto which the yarn winds, comes loose ever three or four turns. The arm to the yarn guide does not stay up. Another reviewer mentioned overcoming these issues with a roll of duct tape, but I'd rather just spent the extra ten bucks on a model that isn't junk. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great natural wood smell and beautiful crafting pieces. I was going to use these to make a checkerboard of stained wood- but they took quite a while to arrive despite Prime shipping, they simply weren't in stock after I placed an in stock order. Since that is an issue on the back end, and not with the product, I can't mark it off here- but it is worth noting I did have to buy an alternate product since these took so long to arrive.
When they did arrive they were in a plain zipper storage pouch. Upon opening the pouch the most wonderful pine aroma wafted up at me. I loved the 'real' wood smell and have since decided I will incorporate these into my Air Plant terrariums. I might even make some into coasters or a serving tray.
The size ranges from 1.5"- 2" in width, and 1/4" in depth. The depth is consistent, while the width and shape of each slice varies due to the natural factors of this product. Most pieces are evenly round (circular) and only 2 or 3 in our pouch were oblong or uneven in shape. The wood grain and ring texture is evident in each slice and makes them perfect for crafting without any additional treatments- though we will probably stain a few.
There are no rough edges or sanding required and these lightweight log slices seem quite durable and absorbent as you would expect natural wood to be. I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest thoughts, which I have provided. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
nice. Colors are not as bold or vivid as I would like...but for my on the go planner case they will do just fine. The packaging I received from the seller seemed washed out like it set in the sun for a year. Plus the stickers were not encased in a plastic bag like the ones I received from two other sellers...but hey...the product does what it is intended to do...now I would suggest these masking tape stickers to those who are just starting off on the planner decoration venture because you get various colors and designs to help you get a feel for what type of washi/decorating tape you will have a flair for...compared to buying tons of tape rolls in varying sizes that may not fit your planner. Just a suggestion when your doing things on a budget as well. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
My machine will take 12 inches x 24 inches max so I got out my rotary cutter and easily cut the 40 inch width into 12 inch strips . I purchased this product to cut stencils on a Brother Scan n Cut 2. I had already tried the product designed to work with my machine but had disappointing results . . . but that was my first ever attempt to cut a stencil. My take away from that experience was that I was definitely looking for a sturdier product that would hold up through much use. After reading the reviews on this product, I was hopeful. It clearly states that it is 40 inches wide. My machine will take 12 inches x 24 inches max so I got out my rotary cutter and easily cut the 40 inch width into 12 inch strips and 24 inches long. I first used a mid tack mat and a regular cutting blade set at 6 and the speed at 1. I had a perfect stencil but it stuck so well that i damaged it removing it from the carrier mat. So I moved to a light tack mat and used the same settings. Success!!! I made several stencils 12 x 20 and 12x 24. The material is still tricky to remove if your mat is new and very tacky put patience is key. I am beyond thrilled with this product and would definitely recommend it. The weight is perfect and has some body to it so that intricate cuts remained flat and in line with the design. VERY pleased with this product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Making crafts with them is fun and exciting. My friends and I are always making craft projects.. Making crafts with them is fun and exciting, and we bond while doing so. I am always looking for new and expiring items to try and I have seen a lot of projects done with Washi Tape that are beautiful.
The Washi Tape from Allydrew comes in a pack of 12 different colors with 12 different designs on them and they have different packs with other designs. The washi tape is cute, easy to work with, and is perfect for them to craft or decorate with. The tape is a high quality better than I have purchased at wal mart and some craft stores, making it more durable as well.
The tape glides on smooth, lays flat with no air bubbles, it's easy to pull keeping it flat without sticking to other end or anything. The tape sticks to the project nicely without being over sticky, they can tear the tape with their fingers instead of using scissors which is safer for their ages of two and four.
I was able to purchase at a promotional cost for which I am providing my honest unbiased opinion based on my own | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Not what I was expecting. . I was disappointed in the raffia. It feels more like plastic. I expected straight strands, in a continuous wrap, but there was only about 6 inches that was straight and that was in the middle, so I used that portion. The picture does not show curly; however, it was too curly and just wadded together. If it were green, it would be perfect for an Easter Basket, or as red, in a gift bag/basket. I bought this to replace red raffia that had discolored from being outdoors, so I knew what I was expecting so I won't be using it at all. Two stars, because the red in the pic is true to color and I was able to use about a foot in length. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
From experience . . . So I watched videos on how to use the most of this wax and found them to be a lot of work. Here's what I did: I used the wick as a handle and burned it at the other end with a grill lighter (you know the ones that flick on but have a long burner) I found that this way i could control the melting better and could get really close to the end without being burned. I was told that each wax stick would yield about 10-15 stamps. Doing it this way I got 25 from the first one and 22 from the second. Plus the silver turned out to be really pretty. The only real drawback would have to be the smell---if you do burn the wick it gives off a strong burning smell. (there is a photo of how much wax I got before I couldn't hold the wick anymore, then i broke off the wax from the wick and melted that with the lighter direction on the paper) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great for aquaponics floating raft. This review is not a reflection of the price - this cost a lot more than if you can find it locally. You are receiving 2 sheets that are 2 foot by 4 foot, essentially half of a full sheet for twice the local price. Unfortunately for me I couldn't find it locally and none of the big box stores would order it. Anyways, I bought these for an aquaponics setup and they are perfect for a floating raft. Turns out having them pre cut to this size made it easier to work with. I tried one of those hot knifes that look like a soldering iron - don't waste your time. Because of the thickness of the foam they don't go through very straight. A battery powered circular saw was much easier and made a cleaner cut. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
The one problem I ran into was the colors do not blend together very easily, so I did have to supplement with eyeshadow. This paint worked perfectly for my Halloween costume! The one problem I ran into was the colors do not blend together very easily, so I did have to supplement with eyeshadow. Also, I did have to order another palette since this one did not come with a few of the pastels I was looking for. Other than that, the paint is very pigmented without being heavy or cakey, and it did not irritate my skin in the least. It also came with loads of paint (aside from the white, which is more than halfway gone), and since they are pretty much facial watercolors, I know I will be able to keep them for a good while to come. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Sharp X-Acto #11 Blade Refills For 'A' Handles. These #11 blades can fit in any X-Acto 'A' handle, like the <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/X-ACTO-Z-Series-1-Knife-with-Cap/dp/B005KRSWM6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">X-ACTO Z Series #1 Knife with Cap</a>.
These are Z series blades, which means they are "Zirconium Nitride-coated", and are sharper than regular X-Acto blades. You can tell the difference by the subtle gold-colored edge on the blade. It cuts very well and requires care when cutting as it is really sharp. The blades are stored safely in a provided plastic case.
These blades are a good option for those that want sharper blades that don't have to be replaced as often. Recommended. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Freshware brand silicone is the best. This is the 5th Freshware silicone mold I've purchased. I am impressed with the thickness of the material and the way each cavity is reinforced on the back side. The inside of each cavity is smooth & shiny. The cavity size seems very similar to my old metal muffin pans. (I recently returned another 12-cavity silicone "muffin pan" that gave off a suspicious odor when baking at only 350 degrees F. The cavities were also an odd shape, producing muffins shaped like hockey pucks. Worst of all, my muffins stuck...)
My other Freshware molds have only been used for making fat bombs, and they are perfect for that purpose - thick, durable, and my "candy" pops right out.
UPDATE! Yup, love this mold/pan. My low-carb flax muffins popped right out. They were still warm, had cooled for less than 10 minutes. Perfectly baked. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
BUYER BEWARE. Wished I could rate a big fat ZERO. Advertised as adhesive tape-3 rolls. I received, in a balled up mess of 3 one yard pieces of fabric ribbon, and it is cheap ribbon at that. This is just cheap ribbon cut off a larger spool thrown in a bag. THERE IS NO adhesive, no roll, and the colors are hot pink, bright purple and lime green. I was excepting colors that were maybe different but at least a muted tone. I have never had to return something I bought on Amazon. I will not be paying to ship this back to China, but I will make sure I NEVER purchase anything sent from China again. This is useless to me. It is already sitting in my trash can. Only buy if you have uses for ribbon, in case of their careless mistake.
RIP OFF | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Overall Amazing Product Just Wish. Much like everyone I have talked to about these or something like this I get the same reaction or comment. That being "OH, I know what your talking about. I seen that on a youtube video." Bring me to say it is something like that but what was it called. So if they were actually seeing this product I know how much information or in-depth I need to go. However, I have to say I love this product. Yes, it can burn when trying to shape something that you want to make. But as you get use to it becomes simpler.
Keeping the water warm is the only problem that I find with working this product. So I sit right next to the microwave with a cup of water. I do find that the hotter the water the faster the melting but that then brings the fear of burning it and your fingers. Any molding is easy I do find, especially when you compare it to hand sculpting something from the bare bottom.
I cannot wait to get some powder pigments or alcohol dyes so that I can color the plastic and make some neat creations. I do wish that the plastic kept its crystal clear none color it gets when it is heated. The white color just does not have the same appeal as the clear does personally.
If you do plan on using this with smaller children beware it does get hot in the beginning but there are minutes afterward that they can play with it much like clay or play-doh. Just remind them that they do not need to eat it or place it near their mouths. You can even show them a magic trick, where you start with this clear piece and blow on it and then it gets white more and more then it is solid. Just some ideas.
I received this product for free in exchange for my own personal thoughts and or opinions. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Very happy with my Faber-Castell Tk4600 Kit. My Faber-Castell Tk4600 Kit, came today and I love it. For those who are familiar with Lead holders (particularly the Faber-Castell tk9400, which I own 5 of), the main differences of the tk4600 are: it has a built-in, removable lead-sharpener built right into the "lead push down cap." Those familiar with the Staedtler 2mm Lead holders, will understand the usefulness of having this lead sharpener built into the cap. The added pen clip is also useful when you want to attach your lead holder to a sketch book for travel (as an example). Otherwise, it is the same 2mm lead holder as the tk9400. However, the cap-sharpener and the pen clip are very useful (again, very much the same features found on the Staedtler 2mm Lead holders). I prefer the weight of the Faber-Castell 2mm lead holders (TK4600 or 9400) better than the Steadtler brand.
The kit comes with a eraser, and a extra sharpener (it is the same standard manual sharpener normally purchased in packs of 3 or 4). The kit also comes with a Pencil Foam Grip ... which fits either the tk4600 or tk9400 and regular sized pencils. Unlike most pencil grips, this Foam Grip is plush and extremely comfortable to use!
The price is a tad high in all honesty, however the seller I purchased this item from: NATDOTCOM was extremely helpful with a question I emailed them. They answered back within 10 hours. Considering I emailed them on a Saturday night and they responded before I woke up on a Sunday morning, says good things about their customer service. The shipping was fast and excellent.
I already plan to buy one more of these Kits in the near future from NATDOTCOM. Overall 5 stars because of the product quality and NATDOTCOM. If not for the seller NATDOTCOM and their excellent customer service & item quality, I would rate this 4 Stars because the price is a tad high. The Seller customer service, warranted a 1 star bump "up," off setting the price, making this a valued purchase. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
RESIN LIFESAVER. This resin spray has saved so many of my pieces that would have otherwise ended up in the trash.
Some of my resin molds have slight scratches and imperfections that obviously show up on the piece after demolding. In this case I sand the piece under water with a 1500 grit wet/dry sandpaper, let it dry and then spray it with Castin' Craft Resin Spray. On pieces that have sharp edges I start out using a coarser sandpaper usually 400 grit and gradually increase to a 1500 grit.
You would think that after sanding there would be no way in the world it could ever have a beautiful crystal clear shine and such a smooth feel. If used properly, it certainly will with this resin spray! The resin piece you are going to spray needs to be free of any little lumps, bumps, hairs and dust. If not, you will not get the shine you want and the spray will not settle properly.
I would suggest trying the spray out for the first time on something you don't care too much about. If you spray too little, it will look splotchy. If you spray too much it will drip. Don't worry if you mess up, practice makes perfect! If still wet and I am not happy with how I sprayed or if I see a a piece of dust on it, wearing gloves, I squirt Dawn dish soap on the piece under water and wipe the spray off with paper towels and then spray again, of course you could always wait for the resin spray to dry, sand and respray, too!
The spray works great in other ways as well. It you have a piece that still seems tacky the resin spray will fix that. It is also good for sealing your inclusions before putting them in resin. I love, love, love this resin spray. Happy crafting! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Not Enough Gel. Using this product definitely has a learning curve...for which you should probably have at least twice as much gel on hand as you need for each mold. The warmer the water, the faster the gel sets up...warm water gives VERY little time to mix and get a little hand in before it becomes hard. Cold water may take too long to set up to keep that same little hand still the whole time. It's a little tricky to get this down right the first time. The better the gel is mixed with the water (the fewer clumps there are) the better the cast turns out...so if you need to err, do it on the colder water side rather than trying to make it set up faster...it is a lot easier to ruin the mold by having it set up too fast than too slow.
This exact product...the refill pack...includes BARELY enough gel to do a newborn hand in the bag. Our baby, at three weeks old, barely fit his little fist into the bag with some gel covering up to the very base of his wrist. The kit with the bucket has 4 times the amount of gel in it for I think twice the price...so is really a better deal...just don't mix all of the gel at once if you want to do multiple little molds...do your math and mix by parts.
I liked the instructions on this brand much better than on the Smithsonian mold kit which I also tried...this one had more accurate time tables...so it was easier to use although the Smithsonian kit had more gel in it at the same price (about twice as much gel actually). I'd buy either kit again though and just remember that the time frame on the Smithsonian gel is the same as the Precious gel (about 30 seconds mixing and 2 minutes or less to set up with luke warm water). The thing that is clearly better about the Precious gel is that it turns from white to pink while mixing and from pink to white when setting up...so if it turns pink get that hand into it within 30 seconds...if it starts to turn white that hand better be in and hold it still...the Smithsonian stayed white and set up so much faster than they said it would that it set up before I was done mixing it...you just don't have as much time to mix it as they say you do (2 minutes when you really only have 30 seconds).
When done right the molds and cast turn out really nice...very clean, smooth and detailed. Each package...whichever brand or version...has way more plaster than you need and way less gel than you'll most likely need...we're making plaster impressions with the left-over plaster mix. If there were a way to buy this type of gel alone, I'd suggest doing that in order to have enough gel in case your one and only shot at doing it right doesn't turn out well! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Amaco tri bead roller. Hi - I bought this at Michaels but if not for a coupon, i would have bought this from Amazon. I am new to polymer bead baking. I found this device easy to use but not overly easy to make extremely uniform beads. I got all the three shapes to work but the sizing was a bit inconsistent for any one shape. I imagine it depends on how much clay is used; I did use the plastic cup provided for measuring clay amounts. At first, the round shape seemed to have a 'capping' effect on the ends - like the ends of blueberries. As I did more, this seemed to go away. Overall this roller did make creating the diamond and the sphere and round shapes easier than using one's hand. Only makes one size - more or less - I mean, you can't do really tiny beads nor really large beads. The size created though I think is perfect for necklaces and bracelets. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Love but it does stain. Love this stuff! We used them for family photos and it was so much fun. Vibrant colors and exactly what we wanted. **BUT** All of the reviews on here said the color washed right out -- it doesn't wash right out of every fabric. I had on a plain tee from Target, my husband had a tee from Old Navy, my son a knit polo from Old Navy (we went cheap just in case, and all white), and my daughter picked out a super cute, not cheap, off the shoulder blouse in a silky material with lace. It only came out if her expensive shirt, oddly. I even bleached the other whites and there are still shades of light pink and blues on the other three shirts. It also went through the shirts onto undershirts and bras and didn't come out of those either. It did come out of all of our jeans, so that was weird. Just be careful not to wear anything you don't want stained with color; otherwise have fun with it! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Easy to Rivet. I used this set to make a series of quality belts, which fit me perfectly, after purchasing the buckles and reusing some leather straps. The rivets are easy to set and the package includes small, medium (which worked for me) and large rivets in both silver and bronze. These are rapid rivets, so only one side (the cap side) is presentable. The anvil and setter they provided did their job. Employ the flat side of the anvil and the concave side of the setter against the rivet head. I used a regular hammer, a few solid wackes giving a good seat, instead of the wood mallet the instructions recommended. Moreover, beforehand, I experimented with the rivet sizes on some scraps I hole-punched to see which worked best. If you are doing belt alteration or repair, these rivets give a professional finish. If you want visual instructions (if the video is still available) checkout Youtube by typing in the key words "Setting a Rivet" and watching MainLineIndustries' video to see how these particular rivets function (though the ones displayed are double caped). | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great light duty driver, not for sustained production work. I purchased this brad driver to help assemble bee frames. Most hand-assembled bee frames have a small wooden bar at the top of the bee frame to hold the sheet of beeswax foundation on which the bees build their comb. After about 250 or so brads the inner piston of the driver began to lock up and not return to ready position. For those of you occasionally using this driver to hang picture frames, it's probably quite sufficient. But, for heavy duty (as in repeated, daily use), this driver is not for you--spring for a higher end model. I just purchased a Crown 110XW Brad Pusher through Amazon which, while more expensive, appears to be a much heavier duty driver. So, for my purposes, 3 stars is as much as I could muster for this driver. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great for kids. These face paints are easy to use and came package ready for use. There's a small plastic film / cover that you have to remove before use. Read the directions before use. You have to add a couple drops of water to each color before you use it to activate the colors . As with any product that has dyes such as makeup and face paints, make sure you test this on a small area before applying to your kids face to make sure they're not going to have a reaction. The kit comes with two brushes 1 eyeshadow style applicator and 2 sponges. Also included are several stencils that make face painting a lot easier. Once you add the water the consistency of these face paints are perfect. They have great color quality and go on easy. My 6 year old has had his on for about 8 hours today as we did this first thing this morning and they still look great. I would recommend this product for use with kids. Mine thoroughly enjoyed it. I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest unbiased review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I would recommend spending a little more money on a better build . I used this score knife to cut three 4x6 and one 8x10 pieces of glass for picture frames that I made. I also used it on several failed attempts where the score was not deep enough and the glass did not break along the score line. Today I tried to cut another piece of glass for a frame I made. The diamond wheel bound up and is now out of alignment, and will not spin or cut. Product never felt well made but I thought it would last for at least the dozen more cuts I needed to make but I guess not. I would recommend spending a little more money on a better built glass cutting knife. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
AMAZING Sharpener. I bought this for my twelve year old daughter to use at school, and she told me to write the following:
"It's AMAZING at sharpening and almost never gets stuck. I've even dropped it a few times, and nothing broke on it! (And I mean dropping it down the stairs...) Anyway, the coating on the outside can even serve as a white board, so I could make a smiley face on it and use the hole as a nose, and the seeds as two little cute fangs. Five star rating!"
I then asked her if there was anything bad about the sharpener.
"Well, it has gotten stuck a few times. The first time took me a while to figure out how to fix it, but after that I was an expert. If you get the end of a pencil (just the lead) stuck in your sharpener, then it won't sharpen other pencils since it's in the way. So instead, you just have to sharpen a pencil while pushing the end of it with force until you can feel it sharpening properly again. Works every time! You'll find the small piece of lead in the shavings bank on the bottom afterwards, which you can throw out with the rest." | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Red, not pink, but still beautiful. This collection is beautiful!!! The rolls are actually red, not pink, so I was a little disappointed, but they are really pretty and they stick well, so it's no big loss. The color in the photo which appears to be the lightest pink is actually a light red, it might could pass for a deep pink. The other two that appear pink are definitely red.
There appear to be three different sizes in this set, they aren't all the same size. Two of the reds are the smallest, one of the blacks is a middle size, then two blacks and a red are the largest. They appear to be the same thickness as far as the tapes go when applied to paper, so some must be longer than the others.
Disclaimer: I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. The review above is completely my own personal opinion of this product after receiving it and using it. I only choose to review products that I actually want and that I have a genuine use for so that I can provide thorough and honest feedback on the product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
These work well. The rotary blade is nice and sharp and easy to use. It seems like a typical rotary blade, with a slightly different style blade guard than I've seen - not auto-retracting, like some rotary blades that feel a little safer with little hands around. The cutting mat seems thicker than other I've used. They work well together and are great for medium sized craft cutting.
Pros: sharp blade, good cutting mat, they work well
Cons: none that I can think of
If I could change anything about this product: nothing
Packaging type: bulk packaging - the cutting mat comes wrapped in clear plastic, with the rotary blade in retail packaging taped to the plastic, and everything in another clear plastic bag.
I received a discounted product in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. If you found this review helpful - please click the "Yes" button below this review indicating so - thanks! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Not for freehand engraving - unstable in curves: get a stencil to use with it. Feels cheaply constructed. Is not an "impact" type engraver (engraves by having a point repeatedly strike a surface like a tattoo gun - vertical movement), this thing vibrates in an elliptical motion which creates havoc when trying to write with it freehand - totally unexpected.
Curved letters are hit and miss, as one direction the pen is resisting the motion of your hand, then the next direction it's running away from you... the letters S, C,G,D, R, U, O, P, J, C, B are nightmares with this - any letter with a curve actually.
If you are going to use this, get a stencil - forget freehand writing with this thing.
Requires 2 AA batteries. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Didn't meet my expectations. They fit the wheel well. They didn't get in the way of my throwing. However, the inserts fit very tightly. I had to hit them with my fist to get them to go in the adapter, even when brand new. Then in order to get the pot off the wheel, I had to pry the inserts out using the handle of one of my clay tools. Then, they say that you don't have to wire the pot off the bat because they pop off as they dry. Well, my pots didn't pop off. After having to cut a fairly dry pot off an insert, I cut wet pots off the inserts right after I threw them as I always do with other bats. However, as they dry, they stick again, and have to again be cut off the insert again. That's hard, because these bats are porous, so the bottom of the pot drys a little faster than it would on a plastic bat. Now, after I've used a couple of the inserts for a couple of pots each, they won't fit in the adapter. I'm going to have to sand them or something. This bat system does work, and after I sand the inserts, it should work better. But I'm not entirely happy with the way it works. I have been a potter for about 20 years, BTW. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Apply at your own risk. Does more damage if you take it off. Works ok IF YOU LEAVE IT ALONE. and get a good match. Dont try to realign it!.
Color is the darkest and doesnt really look good at all. (Damn cats scratched up my 1 week old sectionals) I went to move the tape over because it wasn't even and it took a whole part off that wasn't riped into the shape of the tape so please think twice before taking the tape off. Big mistake and now I'm sure when. It doesn't stick anymore and I have to reapply that it will look like layers of nothingness. In the dark you can't really tell but when those lights turn on....your gonna wish you just left it alone. This tape has fabric lining on the inside of it which is good but it also shows the grey alittle on the sides, but make sure you know where you want to out it and how because this tape is like duct tape. It will peel your whole nationality off if you let it. Lol | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Edited 3/16/2017: Not Returning - But don't follow the printed instructions. Edited 3/16/2017: I managed to get the blade off the masker. Because of this I've decided to keep the contraption. I've given it just 4 stars because the instructions say to remove the blade a certain way (which doesn't work). If you push the blade off from the bottom (instead of the top - which is what the instructions say), it comes off quite easily. Cuts great but you (at keast I) cant get the blasted thing off the masker. Come on 3M - think again. I am going to send the blade back WITH rhe nasker because I guess it is now permanent and I cant adjust the size or use the film blade. So. Frustrated. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Little for the money. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the product itself - it is as advertised and pictured, but when you actually see and hold the amount you have purchased, you realize just how little you got for your money. Sometimes that's hard to judge in advance - I will not order this again, for that reason, and search for a suitable substitute/alternative for less money. For $23.50 [13 % discounted - normally $26.90] plus 5.95 shipping/handling, I got about 1-3/4 cups MiniCobblets. Perhaps this would be a better or valuable additional factor to include in advertising and not just weight and size of the cobblets, to let people know just how much they are getting. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
DO NOT BUY THIS TOOL. I would NOT recommend this tool to anyone. It is the single most infuriating paper tool I have ever used. It does not cut consistently or cleanly and gets stuck after every punch. The cutter itself is not sharp and the mechanics are a complete failure. You have to stand over it, use both hands and alot of elbow grease just to cut through a single sheet of paper and once you've finally punched your oval, it is jagged and tattered and after nearly every cut, the punch is stuck so that you cannot remove the paper (you have to manually push the punch back open). I purchased this tool to cut 250 individual ovals out of medium weight cardstock and after about 15 cuts, I would rather cut each oval out individually, by hand. DO NOT BUY THIS TOOL. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Really great scissors. I was looking for some scissors that would cut fabric well. I was using my kitchen shears to cut my fabric and just got frustrated at the fact that they wouldn't work well, so I ordered these.
They came well packed and they are actually very heavy, they don't really tire my hand since I don't use then continuously but they do cut wonderfully.
I remember the feeling I got when I first used a chef knife against a regular knife and how I felt I could cut through the air itself... well, this is the same feeling I got with these scissors. I couldn't be more pleased. I'm just being extra careful not to drop them and just to cut fabric. I've heard that if I cut paper or other stuff they will get dull...
So, I really satisfied with my purchase and I certainly hope they last a long time! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Look Ma! I'm knitting. I ordered this Darice set because I was looking for a hobby. I ordered some crochet needles then I saw these things and figured , hey what the heck, I'll give this a go. I recieved this in the mail, and looked over the directions that came with them. Honestly they suck. The pictures are numbered, but don't really correspond with the numbered direction step. I tried in vain to follow them only to get frustrated and want to give up. I took a break and when to YouTube. I found some great video tutorials over there and was loom knitting in no time! With ine 5 hours I have made one preemie hat (with a brim and pom pom) and half a scarf (both two tone). I'm guessing these are the knock off of the Khifty Knitter brand. The colors don't match, but it's kind of easy to match them up when watching YouTube videos.
On to the size:
The Blue one: This will make a PREEMIE hat ( I think there is no way this would fit a full term infant); I'm also using this loom to make the scarf
The Green one: This would make infant/ toddler hats
The Orange one: Good for older child/ Adult hat
The Pink one: I guess an XL for some on with puffy hair, of if you use a soft yarn that has little strech or a lot of shrinkage.
You can also make flat scarves of panels on these looms (check YouTube for ideas). I am in the process of learning more stitches to complete on these, as I am only doing the basic so far (the one demo'ed on the back of the pack)
I have had a few pegs pop out on me in the beginning, but it was because I was looping the yarn (I'm using Red Heart Super Saver brand) too tight and it was yanking them out. They snap back in, and I haven't had a problem since. The tool and the needle work well without defect. I will upload pictures upon completion of the scarf. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great Glue. I did not know about this adhesive before a friend told me to use it. I can't believe that I got this far in life without it. I use it for all kinds of craft products, plus a glued together parts of an upholstered chair that my cat had torn. And I had a favorite pair of Ked's slip on tennis shoes that they don't make anymore that had the toes almost work through. I spread a layer of this glue over the worn area and it has created a protective layer so I should get another 10 years out of them! (They don't look very nice, but they sure work for wearing in the house) I would never want to be without this glue.
I also dressed some Fairy Dolls with silk flower leaves and petals, and I used this glue to attach them to the plastic body of the doll. It worked perfectly and the leaves and petals don't pull off. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
No Bubbles but curls. Excellent Customer Service tho. It's looks/feels like masking tape. So it's different then what I've used before. (cricut transfer tape & contact paper)
first good points. This is a biggie. I haven't had one bubble with this. It's also the perfect size for small decals like for water bottles. The red lines make it easy to cut pieces that are the right size.
not so good points. It curls, a lot. And it unravels from the core as soon as you remove the piece of tape of the tape holding it shut. It doesn't stick well to the backing of the vinyl because of the curl. I may end up unwrapping it and then rewrapping in reverse as way to manage the curl.
The no bubbles thing is very good but I haven't decided if it makes up for the curl; that's why it is "just OK"
Edit: I've given it an extra star simply because of the outstanding customer service for Angel Direct. I would def. buy more of their products. without my requesting it - they sent me a replacement roll. I haven't had a chance to use it yet as I just received it but I have hopes. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Perfect for your own business. For months I have been trying to make bath bombs using my hands, an ice cream scoop, plastic Easter eggs. Well none of those work well because your bombs have to cure. Well these molds are perfect for curing. I love that they are metal and do not retain any color or scent from the bombs I am making. Also these are big enough for me to add a surprise in the middle for my customers who wish to add those. I do love that these are extra large and make for a fantastic bath experience. These bath molds are the size of my hands, cupped together. I also love that the halves come wrapped individually so they don't scratch during transit. The inside is very smooth and makes the bombs come out easier and retain their shape. The only thing that bothers me is that I wish these had a small stand to hold them as they cure, but it doesn't take away from greatness of these molds.
Pros: Very large
metal
individually wrapped
easy release
I received this product at a discount for my honest and unbiased review.
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Gorgeous Left Handed Scissors. It was a pleasure to receive a discount for these gorgeous scissors, and all opinions are my own. I'm a leftie, and of course, since this is mostly a rightie world, I jumped on the chance to try these lovely scissors. The look and feel is lovely; you can tell they are quality made, slightly weighted feel, but not heavy. They worked great for paper cutting especially. I was a bit disappointed that my pair wouldn't cut fabric, however. Despite that issue, this is a super pair of scissors for my paper crafting needs! They also come in a nice little storage case that protects them and makes them easier and safer to travel with and store. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
CherMyArt - BEST face paint, non-toxic, easy to wash off, easy instructions, no smell. I finally found the best face paint set! Right out of the box it was easy to apply, and was non-greasy. The paint goes on smoothly with great coverage, and doesn't skip when you apply it. I used this for painting my teenage son's face like a puppy when he was playing with my goddaughter. She loved it of course, and my teenage son didn't mind (I was worried that he would). He said once the paint dried, he didn't really notice it was there. It didn't crack or itch. Also, he said he noticed that it didn't really smell like paint - no fragrance - bonus!
If you're going to do face painting, I highly recommend buying this set!!! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
AWESOME. Just got today, 1st time I ever used clay and I already like it. I have bad acne and oily skin which is the reason I got it and already used it as a face mask, my face feels so much better after it was washed off. If I keep using it and it somewhat halts my acne, I will be the happiest person ever. I even tryed it dry in my hair to soak up a little oil and added it to some hair paste I had to see how it works since the paste is oily too if it doesn't work out that's ok. I absolutely have no complaints
So iv been using this for almost 2 weeks using it as a mask 1-2 times a week or skip a week and putting a little bit of it dry on my face after I wash it or when it just feels oily and this is the best iv ever used. My pimples are almost non existing when they do they are tiny. When I run low I will reorder more, but might take a while I hardly left a dent in the jar I put it all in | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Excellent face paint kit. This is a great face paint kit. The paint is of a good creamy consistency, there are a fair number of colors, and enough paint to last for several major events. I bought this set last year and have used it for two carnivals and four or five birthday parties and it has just now run out. The glitter gels are nice and work fine but you can always supplement with other gels that may have a little more glitter in them. It does only come with one small flat brush and although that works, I recommend getting extra fine tip brushes for detail work. The paint washes off little faces easily and dries quickly. If you are planning on using it for many full faces, you may want to buy additional whites and any colors you will be using a ton of but I have done full faces at carnivals and it has lasted quite well. All in all this is a great base set. -- Scallywaginc | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
nice set with eight colors and a variety of applicators. I took my five year old grandson to a community event that had face painters there and I asked him if he wanted his face painted. He told me he was scared. So, I figured that I didn't want him to be afraid of something like face paint so I bought this kit so that he and I could decorate each others faces. He said he wanted to make me a clown, I said that was fine. I was going to make him a skeleton. I googled a video of how to make a skeleton face and I must say that for a beginner it turned out pretty good. My clown face left a little to be desired by my grandson thought I looked great!! I received this product at a reduced price in exchange for a fair and honest review. I am glad that he is now over his fear and the next time we are at a community event he will be willing to have someone with actual talent paint on his face. This set was a size that allowed me a good variety of colors, went of fairly smoothly, and had two sponges, two tipped applicators, and a fine detailed brush. With the eight colors I think we can find some fun things to paint on each others face. I am happy with this set and stored it in a ziploc bag to keep it from drying out. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Read the reviews on this Air Dry Clay PLEASE. This clay is advertised as exactly as it performs. Too thin - it may crack. Added on parts to a work, it may crack and separate. A sealer is required to hold the work together. I have previously used Luna Air Dry clay which has a plasticine type behavior to it. It does not retain detail work. This clay retains detail work, yes it does shrink - but once again, it requires a sealer. It will crumble. This is the NO KILN shortcut. I was not aware that this clay might be able to be fired. Amaco makes fine, fine products and I was very pleased that this clay out of the box was not rubbery hard but very pliable and easy on the hands. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Something bad happened to a great product. I purchased this product for my ATG glue gun. I've never had a problem buying these refills over the counter but this package was a mess. I did not try to use them until after the 30-day time period had past. I am very annoyed that they were inferior. Every roll in this package was unusable. At first it appeared as if the tape was wound upside down. After a closer look and getting it to work correctly for a few inches at a time, I wondered if the product sat in a hot warehouse for a few years before being sold and tape quality was compromised. In any case, I am stuck with six boxes (12 rolls) of a product that is unusable and not exactly cheap. Knowing that 3M Corp usually turns out quality products I do not recommend buying the product packaged in this way. Guess I'll go back to buying one refill set (two rolls) at a time over the counter at the craft store for a higher per unit cost. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Heavy cutting power. I feel I should address the one star review - How could it possibly punch actual photo corners? Photo corners are two layers of paper, there is no way to cut out a two layered item out of a one layered item unless you cut out a larger shape and fold it. However, if you attached the two offcuts from both sides it would make a photo corner because you'd have the back and the front, but it would be a big pain because you'd have to uses a very narrow bit of glue on the edges go ensure it still stayed open enough for the photo.
These crop o dile cutters are really nice they cut easily through 300gsm and 600gsm heavy heavy letterpress paper. I enjoy them, and the only thing I would change is to make the 'wings' metal so they are more durable. Do that, and you'll have a five start product for sure. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works. Im glad I took the chance! My laptop is missing a screw on the backside corer of the base (The underside of the keyboard Im not aware of the correct names ). The screw, one of several used to hold the base together is also used for the hinge of the LCD screen/monitor. When the screw went missing the hinge became loose. Every time I would open up my laptop the hinge would push against the base opening the panel at the corner where the screw is missing. My laptop isn't covered, I don't want to wait for it to be fixed and I don't want to spend a lot of money on it; Its an older model. I was using a 4 inch metal clips to keep it closed.
My product came yesterday with quick shipping. I immediately tried it. I was unsuccessful the first time because I was rushing. I put the product on and stupidly opened my laptop up about 15/20 minutes later and that loose hinge opened the base and the Sugru broke apart and some of it crumbled like clay. Honestly, it probably was doomed before me opening it because I kept messing with it, not being sure if I did it correctly. The second time I opened the laptop ( as though I would use it), clamped it with the 4 inch metal clamp - to be sure it would be tightly closed and then put the Sugru on. I took one piece and broke it into two. I put it into different spots. I left it overnight. I put it on around 5:30 PM yesterday. I just grabbed it around 8:30 AM. Even in the humid weather it hardened and is working perfectly! Awesome product! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
4 sizes, loud enough. Your exact numbers may vary, but what I got is 4 different sizes of bell. (mm sizes taken from package)
8 very tiny bells, 6mm, the size of an unpopped popcorn kernel. 2 of these had lost their jinglers, it seems, and didn't jingle. (all the rest are fine)
30 small bells, 10 mm, about the size of a plump raisin.
14 medium bells, 13 mm, which I'm having a hard time thinking of a comparison for. 2 M&Ms, maybe.
20 larger bells, 16mm, about the size of a marble or large de-shelled hazelnut. (they will not fit through my size 4 ring, but they will fit through my other ring which is a 5 or 6.)
I bought these to hang on carabiners with keyrings; my dog likes going to the dog park but he is blind and gets nippy if dogs sneak up on him, so I'm clipping these to other dogs' collars. The biggest bells slipped onto the small keyrings no problem, but the smaller ones don't, so I'm tying them on. I think they make plenty of noise for my purposes, but if you want super loud bells for the school christmas play or kindergarten concert or whatever, these might not be it. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nice quality, handy to have on hand and to use. The 60 4 x 6 cards of the Rain Edition are textured on one side and smooth on the other. There are 10 each of 6 different colors that blend nicely with each other and with the Rain Edition core kit of Project Life. Yes, you could cut card stock to size and round the corners yourself, but since the whole idea of Project Life is to make scrapbooking easier, it's very nice to just be able to pick one of these up and get to it. This set would be worth buying even if you weren't going to use it to coordinate with a core kit. It is good quality card stock that slides easily into the plastic sleeves.
Based on this, I will definitely buy some card stock to coordinate with other Project Life kits that I have. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
works well, but leaves some black soot on candle. I used these wicks with soy wax. I used 1 wick in an 8oz mason jar, and 2 wicks in a wide mouth 16oz mason jar and they burn fairly evenly. With these wicks you need to make sure you have some extra on top of your candle so you can roll it around your wick holder or clip it. These wicks get a little flimsy when the wax is poured in so you need to be sure you have the wick held nice and taut to insure it stays sanding up straight. With my previous wicks they would stand up straight, on their own, when I poured the wax but they had a little tiny wire in them to help hold their shape where as these are 100% cotton. Overall these wicks perform really well but take a tad more care while pouring if you don't have something to keep the wick taut. I received these at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest opinion.
EDIT: update. I have since burned the candles I made with these wicks. Both candles ended up with a lot of black soot on the top of the candle after being burned about half way down. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Duncan's Envision Downright White is Downright Good. Reliable low temp whiyec. Duncan Envision Glazes downright white opaque.
Takes between 1 and 2 coats. I go with 2 coats to assure complete coverage.
Two coats sometimes is too much. One coat not enough.
Glaze fills in designed cracks etc. Think about where excess glaze will pool.
Fire in a position that minimizes pooling.
With these precautions it should work well. Good gloss. Dense color, Wide firing range.
Note: Add food coloring to second coat to help see where you had already placed second coat.
Food Coloring doesn't change color of glaze that you expect. Fire anywhere between 06 up to 04 | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Polymer Air dry Clay. I am a gourd artist and like to make interesting things our of gourds. Some of my birdhouses can be pretty elaborate looking like acorns, lighthouses, etc. I have been trying to find an air dry clay that doesn't crack when it dried and that can handle being outside in the weather. I use this stuff to "enhance" features on my gourd birdhouses, like adding window frames or door hearths. Regular air dry clay is not water-proof and it cracks when it dries.
This polymer clay is kind of expensive for the small amount you get. The 5-oz. size won't last a long time if you have a big project. For my use, it was plenty for adding a few small features for a lighthouse birdhouse I made for a relative and it left me with enough for a few other projects.
This clay is pretty easy to work with. It is not messy and easy to mold with your hands. It needs several hours to set and harden. It also holds paint well. It does not dry really hard but stays slightly flexible. I made my attachments for my birdhouse, molded them to fit the curvy shape of the gourd, then let them dry overnight, painted and glued the pieces where they belonged. They changed shape slightly when drying, but because they stayed slightly flexible, I was able to glue them to the spot I wanted using gorilla glue and pressing the piece in place long enough for the gorilla glue to set and hold it fast in the correct shape.
I wish it came in bigger chunks and was not so expensive. But this appears to be pretty much all that is available out there for a waterproof, air dry clay. It did the job for my project and appears to be holding up fine. I gave it 4-stars instead of 5 because of the cost and small amount that you get for the price. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Rusty, Noisy. Unfortunately, I got a unit that was already starting to rust on the crank handle parts. Not only that but there was Silver (paint?) flaking off the bottom of the plunger. It also squeaked really bad when cranking it.
I believe I got a bad one of some sort, and it otherwise seems to have sturdy construction.
I had bought this for use with edible clays (gum paste, etc) but due to the flaking and rust, it is unsafe for that use. The rust and squeaking also makes me no keep it for other clay use. It is too late to get a replacement for the project I needed it for, so I am returning this one. However, I may try again on this product on a later date. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Buyer beware. Garbage. Don't waste your money. We have had the saw about 1 month and have already had to spend close to 60 on replacement parts. Most of the parts are plastic/nylon. This is on a saw with a diamond blade designed to cut glass. I contacted the manufacturer and was advised that normal wear and tear is expected and is why they sell the replacement parts. He stated that if we think we are getting excessive wear and tear that it must be something we are doing wrong because he is the GM and has never seen a bad review or heard any complaints. A simple on line check will show you otherwise. Buyer beware and do extensive research before even considering throwing down 400 on this. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best quilling tool for tight coils. I am back increasing my rating to five star. Below is my old post. As you can see, I was terribly frustrated that this tool broke so easily (ok, I admit, I did drop it on the floor). But I realized after going back to using my old quilling tool how nice this one had been. So I swallowed my pride (after having given this a low rating and doing all that complaining) and ordered a new one. So glad I have it. It really is the best quilling tool for making tight centers in your coils. It saves so much time not to have to go back with tweezers - as I described in my first review. I really do love this tool and I will just have to be careful not to drop it or mishandle it. I've decided to buy a third one to keep in reserve, it is that good.
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I loved this tool for a couple of weeks. It indeed does make beautiful coil centers. I no longer had to go back into my work with tweezers and re-coil the little hanging tab in the center and the whole coil was beautifully balanced. The tool is very comfortable in the hand, as well. I really was happy with this tool. Unfortunately, the metal tip came loose from the shaft after only a short time, rendering the tool useless. I tried to fix it back with superglue, but in the process the whole tool became mobile and the part that is supposed to turn as you coil no longer does so. I am sad. Please upgrade this product so it does not break and I will buy five of them!! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
She who must be obeyed loves these scissors. My wife sews a great deal. She is always complaining about her scissors but refuses to buy expensive (in her view) scissors. I guess this is her Scottish blood. Anyway I did my research and decided on these based on the vast number of reviews by people who seemed to be experienced sewers. Needless to say she loves these. She says they are a class apart. But never mention to her that she said not to spend so much for a pair of "mere" scissors. She who must be obeyed has the item locked away from one and all.
Highest possible recommendation based on the way my better half guards these against all comers. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
TERRIBLE. Very rarely do I leave a review on items that I have purchased, but I felt like I needed to review this! I am in the process of redoing my kitchen cabinets with the Annie Sloan chalk paint and didn't want to spend the high dollar amount for her brushes. After reading reviews here on Amazon, I decided to order 2 of these brushes and it was the worst decision ever! These brushes kept losing so many bristles and they would stick to my cabinet or fall all in the paint and it it eventually became a disaster. We spent most of our time picking the bristles coated in paint off of the kitchen cabinets. I should have spent the money and bought the Annie Sloan brushes. I am telling you guys, do not buy these!!! You will be so frustrated and disappointed. Worst decision ever!!!!!!!! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
This is a GREAT chalk painting set. A friend got me into chalk painting -- but a little research on my own left me aghast at how much the two leading chalk painting companies charge for their paint! It's NUTS!!!!! SO when I saw this kit on amazon, I decided to give it a try even though it was backordered. Happily, my order was filled earlier than projected, and I have been very happy with not only the paints, but also greatly pleased with the waxes. I've completed my first project (turning a nasty old brass floor lamp into shabby chic!) and have started on another...so easy, so fun! This paint is easy to use and the colors are just as they appear online. Totally recommend this set for anyone who wants to repurpose some old furniture without spending a ton of time of money to do it!!! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
So fun and legit no drip. This immediately upped my chances for Uncle of the Year when my niece and nephew got there hands on these! When I learned that they would be visiting over a recent holiday I immediately sprang into host/entertain mode and put together a list of activities to have ready. Knowing how much they love crafts, I grabbed this 3 pack (along with the other needed ingredients) of glue to make some 'slime'! What a riot it was too. Of course, my niece quickly informed me that she has done this project before, but did say that she has never seen such 'cool glue' to use for it! So I kind of won there.
This was great for slime and produced a really cool looking finished project. I did notice that when we used it for another craft, it did do a good job of sticking objects to the craft paper as glue should so you can use it traditionally as well. The silver was by far the favorite color as seemed to shine the brightest as well.
Happily it wasn't as messy as I anticipated and the 'no drip formula' is legit. Very cool update to an old school staple. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Springfield Leather Company 100 Pack of 1-1/2"x3-3/4" Leather Practice Piece. I bought these Springfield Leather Company 100 Pack of 1-1/2"x3-3/4" Leather Practice Pieces to make key rings out of. While the cut size is all the same, the thickness varies greatly. Many pieces have hard directional grain and either bend one way or won't bend at all. A few are warped badly and I'm working on flattening them.
They are priced much cheaper than the Tandy Leathercraft Practice Pieces of similar size and will work for what I'm doing at this time. but if I needed a better quality pieces of leather I will pay the price for Tandys version.
If your just looking to practice doing things on leather, these are priced right. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Very nice mold designs. I would have given this 5 stars if not for a couple minor things. After using one of the designs about 2 times you had to clean it with a brush and alcohol because it would really stick if you didn't. The other thing is if you want symmetrical designs these really weren't and I had to do a bit of adjustment. However the designs are beautiful, they work really well as long as you keep cleaning them.after a couple of uses. The mold is thin and flexible making it easy to pop the clay out but it's so thin and flexible that it makes it a bit difficult to run the clay blades across the top to get a flat back but it's doable with a bit of care. I did enjoy using them for the project I was working on and would buy more designs in the future as needed. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I'm Happy With Them. <div id="video-block-R3A698DXJ8QMHQ" class="a-section a-spacing-small a-spacing-top-mini video-block"></div><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/A1O8-OUPE2S.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71o%2B8eI7AjS.png" class="video-slate-img-url"> They serve my purpose and are better than I expected after reading some some of the reviews. Contrary to several reviews, they "jingle" as much as I expected. My attached video doesn't do their jingle justice. I've bought bells like these in this size at Michael's and Hobby Lobby in the past, and if you press on one leaf near the opening these do seem to flex a little easier than others but they aren't fragile. Who and why would someone do this anyway? In my use they get abuse but I don't expect them to become bent. These appear to be shinier/chromeier than my others but my older ones are much older and have been handled a lot, so it's hard to compare. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great for the price. Seems a lot of reviewers are bashing this product because of the case, particularly the liner insert that holds the blades. It's true...you need to glue it in place, but hey, if you can't figure that out, you probably have no business buying this in the first place. The insert actually holds the blades nicely once you get it glued into the lid. I wasn't that impressed w/ the plane (ergo my rating of 4 stars instead of 5), but again, on the whole, worth the money. If you want high precision quality, then you should probably be buying individual specialty items and not this kit. I use it for building ship models (the spoke shave is really handy for rough shaping masts and yards, and the strip cutter is great for planking etc.)and it meets all my needs quite nicely. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
OK for a non-artistic mom looking for a quick design. These work ok. I'm not an artist and needed something that would enable me to make creative designs without any artistic ability. The stencils stick to the kids faces pretty well but some of the thinner lines can move a little bit making the edges blurred and not as crisp as the images on the packages show. I was not overly enthusiastic about the results but the kids thought they were great...which is what I was going for.
One thing I was surprised by is how large the designs were. My kids are 1st-4th grades and the designs barely fit on their cheeks. I ended up trimming the edges off the stencils to make them fit better. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
It is a pair of Scissors that works for general household use, enough said. As the title suggests this is not going to be a technical review, I don't know how to evaluate a pair of scissors technically! I'm not somebody who works with scissors on a daily basis, i'm not in a profession which involves using this as a work tool!
I bought this because we only had one pair of "all-purpose" scissors at home and I needed one for the office and I mostly use it to cut paper or plastic, and it has so far worked very well for all those purposes without giving me a reason to complain! It was pretty sharp out of the package and is comfortable to hold, and for $2.60, it couldn't be better! The packaging was standard and the blades were pretty sharp for what I use it for! It is long enough for most of the tasks, the only place were it fell "short", so to say, was when cutting wrapping paper to size! So there it is useful and very well priced! It Works! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
The Only Way to Make Doll Clothing. I have been making and selling 18in doll clothing for almost a decade. I have won purple ribbons at the state fair with my doll garments, and have been extremely successful on Etsy with them. I started out just using a regular American Girl Doll as a mannequin for my designs, but with all the limbs and hair in my way I spent more time messing with the silly doll than I actually did sewing. Then I was introduced to the Doll Dress Form of Foam & Muslin for Display or Sewing with a Perfect Fit, Sized for 18 inch American Girl Doll Clothes, Doll Accessories and all of that was changed. Now that I have it, I will never go back to my old ways of the catastrophic doll-model.
Efficiency: This 18in doll dress form makes garment construction so much easier than ever before. The supportive wooden stand allows you to step back and review how the garment drapes and always insures a way to cut a proper hem. Without the hassle of arms and hair that are on actual dolls, you are able to put the garment on and off quickly and simply with no wrestling of those obstacles. You can leave an unfinished item on the form idle for as long as you want before returning to your project without it having pins fall out, or having it get wrinkled.
Sturdy: With such a sturdy build, this dress form can be guaranteed to last a lifetime. The construction of the cushioned bodice was expertly done without flaw, and is made of high quality muslin. I once spilled some gape juice on it and was able to get the stain properly removed and cleaned in minutes. A little water cant hurt this dress form.
Size: All garments I have made on this dress form have come out to fit the standard 18in doll perfectly. Not only is it exactly the right size for the dolls, but it also stores extremely well. You can tuck it away and out of sight with no struggle whatsoever. I keep mine on the end of my bookshelf with a display gown on it when Im not using it and it looks great there!
Makes a Wonderful Gift: Even if you aren't into making doll clothes this form could still be for you. If you know any little girls with an 18in doll this dress form could be a great addition to her dolls bedroom. I gave one to my cousins daughter recently, and she loves putting her dolls outfits on it the night before so her doll can have her outfit for the next day all planned out. Or maybe you have a friend who is still making doll clothes on regular dolls and spending all her time struggling about with the limbs and hair like I used to do. Make her life that much easier by giving her this form as a gift!
Price: An American Girl Doll costs about $120. An 18in doll from target costs about $30. Why would you spend all that money on a form that is only going to be a hassle? Drop a simple $19.95 on this incredible struggle-free form today and get to spend your dress making in a much more efficient and enjoyable way. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Worthless. I give this one star because it did roll yarn into cakes. I give it another star because of the simple CONCEPT of use. However... I had to not only crank but add tension to the yarn as it went through the feeder arm while also keeping the feeder arm in proper position because it kept falling down. Nearly every finger on my right hand was doing something to help it wind properly while my left arm cranked the handle. Also, the clamp is terrible and does not keep it in place nor stay snug enough less I cranked it all the way tight after which it still didn't hold the machine in place securely AND it marred my table. If you are rolling small balls of thin yarn I'd say this is doable. Most of the yarn I use is bulky weight anyway so I couldn't roll much with this and the larger the ball the more you risk the yarn going over the edge of the holder and getting stuck in the gears (which is a nightmare to get free). I guess I'll have to wait until I can afford a better one that's more heavy duty. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Worth it for the price, but. . . Great price, definitely worth it. Just be warned, if you are actually looking for "heavyweight" construction paper, or even comparable thickness to regular construction paper, this isn't the product for you. This is only slightly thicker then computer paper.
Also, the sheets of paper are not sorted by color. They are all mixed together. Which might be fine for some people, but i know it's going to cause future issues with whiny children in search of the colors they want, and the colors they don't want tossed everywhere. So I saved my sanity, and spent 20 minutes sorting the stack into separate colors, as opposed to spending future hours telling my kids to clean up after themselves. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Packaging. I was really excited to receive this product because I was going to make candles that would smell like vanilla. When I received the package from Amazon, it was everything was as it should be (outside packaging at least). However, when I took out the container, the contents of the container did not fill up to where I expected to be. I didn't much of it until I opened the cap; usually you would expect a seal that represents the "freshness" of the product but it wasn't present. That was when I started to get suspicious. I haven't touched or used the bottle of CandleScience Candle Scent Very Vanilla ever since. I trust that Amazon wouldn't have let a "used" or "opened" product to be shipped, but I don't feel right about using it...for now. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Makes excellent candles. Just what I wanted. I have received this product for free in return for my honest and unbiased review. Makes excellent candles. Just what I wanted. I have tried several other wicks brands and this one is easily the best. Candle making can be a lot of fun and a great hobby. Making my own candles is a lot cheaper than buying pre made candles in the store. And with the storm season coming, candle can be even more important. I have a number of candles that did not burn properly. By using these wicks I can use all the un-burned wax. They are working out just fine for me. All in all great wicks that I would recommend to anyone. 5 stars for this product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best starter kit. I wanted to learn wood-burning, mostly to label and decorate the wooden cigar boxes I use to store craft supplies and small tools. This looked, to me, like the best of the beginner kits. (There are beginner tools and expert tools but not much in between.) I chose this one because I liked the adjustable temperature dial. As many others have said, it is a bit close to your hand, but I am learning to work with it.
The kit includes a nice assortment of tips (for finer and broader strokes) and is packed in a well-organized storage box. I added a little bit of pick-n-pluck foam to make it easier to organize the tips. Tips can sometimes seem hard to remove. To make it easier; 1)Keep some pliers handy. 2) Get a tube of dry graphite lubricant, to lube the threads periodically and 3) Let the tool cool completely before removing a tip. This is, of course, safer and will reduce the chance of stripping the threads.
Wood-burning tools get super-hot; about twice as hot as your oven. So a heat-resistant glove is not a bad idea. Also, when using the finer tips, use very light pressure on the wood. That will make it easier to move across the grain and less likely to bend or break the tip.
There are many different techniques for using these tools. I strongly suggest looking at some YouTube videos before you get started. Be safe & have fun! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best origami paper. Folds and creases well. I bought this box of 30 designs years ago and just now finished using up the whole box. I want to make sure and buy the same thing again. I love the size and the variety. All of the patterns are lovely. The front colored side of the paper are smooth. The white back sides are textured. They fold and crease very smoothlly and stay folded well. The paper is nice and thin but substantial enough to hold shapes well. I like using solid colored paper in combination with these lovely patterns. If I have 6" x 6" solid paper, I can cut it into 4 squares to match the size of this small paper. Overall I love it and hope I will not have to live without it! perfect for my origami kusudama. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nothing Compares to Scor-It. I make shadow boxes, and over the course of learning the best practices and materials to use to make these boxes, I discovered Scor-It at my local scrapbooking store. I bought it on a whim (an expensive 10$ whim) but I've never looked back after making that purchase. I have tried a large variety of double-sided tape and NONE of them have the strength of Scor-It. On top of that, because it is paper-backed, it is much easier to work worth because it allows for easy cutting and ripping, without the tape curling back on itself. It will hold almost everything - I've used it to hold cardstock, photos, even metal. It's incredibly strong, but also easy to use, and it can re-stick!
I highly recommend Scor-It for all your scrapbooking/shadow box needs. I am glad I found it on Amazon, because the store I originally bought it at is now closed. Amazon has it for about the same price as that store, so I'm willing to pay for it (I ran out in the middle of a project - 1/2 my box crafted with Scor-It, 1/2 with regular 3M scrapbooking tape - when I picked it up, all the 3M photos fell off!) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Worth the $50 investment. I purchased this as part of my transition from a three-ring system to a disk-bound system. I love it! The punch is expensive, but it allows any item to be converted into a disk-bound system. The capacity isn't huge - only a few sheets at a time - and I have had trouble getting it through some materials - thin, plastic sheet protectors; items with two layers of washi tape. With trial and error, I think I'll get a better idea of what will and will not work through this. One negative that I have experienced so far: if the punch is not locked completely, it will spring open very quickly, with enough force to whack knuckles or chins (not fun). After figuring out how to lock the punch closed completely, I haven't had problems. I decided to put the plastic packaging band that came with the punch back on as an extra layer of protection. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great value and great box. This is a fantastic little set for the price!
The two metal tools are well-made and have a good weight in the hand. X-ACTO is practically a household name, and they make quality blades and tools.
However, the large "C" handle has a very cheap feeling red plastic handle. I was a little disappointed when I picked it up. However, it's not like this is a hammer that will be put to a lot of physical abuse. Even though it feels a bit shoddy, it seems to put together well. It should hold up, and the lightness can of course be a benefit.
The wide variety of blades are great. I didn't realize it before ordering, but rather than being held into the plastic molded part of the case by friction they're held by a magnetic strip! This is a good thing, because the plastic into which they're set is pretty flimsy. It's a step above what you'd get in a tray of cookies, but it's by no means robust.
In fact, as I'm writing this review I opened the box to give it another look. The magnetic strip had fallen out of the plastic carrier (bringing the blades with it). It'll take a couple of dabs of glue to set it back in there. So no big deal, but it's just an unfortunate bit of shoddiness. I gladly would have spent a couple of bucks more for better plastic inserts.
The case itself is marvelous on an item at this price point. It's very lightweight, but sturdy. The metal latch has a satisfying closing action, and it's perfectly set where it will open and close effortlessly, but there's no play at all in the lid when it's secured.
I saw another review that stated their box was MDF with a vaneer. Mine is plywood and has finger jointed corners on both the base and lid. While the pictures on here show the box to be a caramel (?) color with perhaps a finish on it, my box is a very light birch and is unfinished. The pictures also show a brass-colored latchset, whereas mine looks like nickel.
I don't mind the discrepancies because I prefer the appearance of the one I received. But your mileage may vary of course.
Overall this is a 5-star item. It's a great value, despite my gripe with the cheap plastics. I've seen X-ACTO "A" handle knives sans extra blades being sold in stores for a third the cost of this kit. You can't beat 3 handles, 13 blades, and a sweet box for just over sixteen bucks (at this time). | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I purchased it in July took it out of the box and thought it was pretty cool. I especially liked the lock down feature . If I could I would give this a "0" rating. I purchased it in July took it out of the box and thought it was pretty cool. I especially liked the lock down feature of the cutting blade as I can't seem to cut a straight line even with a ruler. It worked fine the first time I tried it out. I didn't use it again until just recently and the plastic lever to lock the ruler in place broke the ruler is now out of nice and at an angle and even my husband can't straighten it out. All the little ball bearings went every where. My husband said the lever should have been made of something more sturdy than plastic. So now I have an $80.00 light box what a bummer. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
FINALLY, small, extremely sharp scissors. FINALLY, small, extremely sharp scissors. You wouldn't think that would be so difficult but I have tried, and returned, several pairs because they weren't pointed enough or sharp enough or both and hard to use. But these are well crafted, fit easily into my hand without making me pinch my fingers smaller or expand them to fit a bigger grip. I bought them specifically for cleaning up embroidery threads, which can be extremely close together and very small. And, if you are looking for the same thing, I will tell you that I just used them to undo some bad embroidery ON FLEECE! And they worked! Almost a combination seam ripper and needle and scissors all in one, only because I was able to use only these scissors to fix my mistake. Great scissors. If I could give them 10 stars I would and I will only buy these scissors for my embroidery and tiny craft projects. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Work for labels. I hope they don't fade or wipe off. Washi tape seems to be the new craze. Went to the dollar store to buy some to use on my aromatherapy products because I was having trouble with some of my round stickers (that had the name of the roller bottle or inhaler on it) falling off. I bought two kinds of washi tape in two different thicknesses. One was fabric and one was metallic. I found the Schoolsupplies Kawaii Flower & Animals Cartoon Masking Tape Decorative Adhesive Washi Tape on Amazon at a discount for an honest review, so thought that was the next thing I should try. It was very different then the other two washi tapes I had, so I did a web search to find out just what washi tape is, or is supposed to be. This is the best descriptor I found, " Washi tape is typically made from natural fibers, such as bamboo or hemp, but most commonly from the bark of trees that are native to Japan the mulberry, the mitsumata shrub or the gampi tree. Most washi tapes are strong (as strong as duct tape, in some cases!) and functional as well as pretty, making them wonderful for both everyday and decorative use."
I couldn't find what material comprises the Schoolsupplies Kawaii Flower & Animals Cartoon Masking Tape Decorative Adhesive Washi Tape. Did find that it is made in Korea, if that makes a difference. I will say that it is just like the masking tape I buy at the store, but it has designs on it, so it looks a lot nicer as my label then plain old masking tape. The coloration is very pale, which is good for writing on the tape with permanent Sharpie and being able to read/understand what is there. I've read about using fabric markers; however, they have a tendency to bleed. So far, this has worked. I like them, but some of the other tapes I've used and received are more interesting. These do work.
I did receive a discount on this product with the expectation that I provide an honest review. This has no bearing on my rating and I review all products as if I had paid full price. My opinions are from my own personal experience with the product and I have no affiliation with the seller.
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Yup, Good Stuff. Does what you'd expect. (Exactly - I knew I needed something to help me fend off aliens shooting lasers from their eyes!) I started by cutting the wax stick and melting the chunk in the spoon, but once you've cut off the tapered end, it's very difficult to cut and easy to (way) overestimate. What I recommend is put the stick, melted or cut side down, into the spoon over the flame and letting it just melt directly into the spoon. Play with it some to figure out how much you need. A spoonful (with the solid stick in there still, taking up space) seems to be a bit too much, but I also always end up getting too much on one side of the stamp and not enough on the other. Nice stamp. The sun is beautiful, and of course you can unscrew the die/stamp head and use another one. If anyone regularly purchases the dies by themselves, I'd love to know where you get them! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Better than expected in some ways. Item arrived promptly and I was a bit surprised. Perhaps I am jaded, but I expected it to be a leather "cover" slipped over a blank commercially created book, not a hand stitched book with thick soft pages. There is the advertised high page count for the book, and the pages hold the in in but I suspect it would bleed with spell inks or very liquid style inks due to the softness of the individual pages.
The cover art may be lovely to look at, but it is not good quality leather as I had hoped for and there are significant flaws in the leather art work due to the leather itself being flawed, but that is just how leather is and gives a realistic look and feel to the book. The size is just as advertised so over all I feel as if I got what I paid for and maybe a bit more. The price was not cheap, nor is the book itself cheaply made though I would be willing to pay more for the next one if the quality of the leather improves! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works flawlessly, took 12 hours to set up, saved $30,000. I am giving this product 5 stars with some reservations.
Pros: It works perfectly and is about 5%-10% the price of a comparable unit. Which is bloody fantastic!
Cons: It took me about 12 hours to get it running. And I know my way around these from working on an epilogue at my local tech shop. 1st I had to find and watch a YouTube video to get the language switched to English. 2nd I had to figure out how to import the files into the software. Unlike an epilogue which runs on a print driver in illustrator this requires vectors be imported from illustrator into its software (for cuts) and engraving files have to be imported separately from bitmap files made in Photoshop.
Final thoughts: It lacks the simple ease of use of an epilogue. But it does the same job and costs about $30,000 less. Best value on the planet - but it takes some work to slog through getting it running. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great for sculpting and prop-making. This is an incredible product. I recently used it to make a t-45d helmet from the video game series Fallout.
Aves apoxie sculpt was recommended to me by another propmaker online, as I was looking to make details on my project.
This stuff is better than any clay I can possibly imagine. It's incredibly easy to shape, and using water makes it smooth.
It blends in extremely well to existing surfaces; so well that there is little to no sanding needed on the edges.
It also sticks to absolutely anything. Even surfaces that aren't rock-hard. And everything stays in place when fully set.
I would highly recommend this to propmakers, or anyone looking to modify/repair existing objects. I just placed another order! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Love This! But remember; it's alive. This little guy arrived yesterday, unmolested by the shipping process. As you can see, he's a little bit murky; that is perfectly normal. Plants create waste (as they are living things..) and need their environment refreshed. Every two weeks, unscrew the cap and replace the water with a syringe, I use medical syringes from a time where I was given vitamin B injections. Though I've read mostly of distilled water usage, I'd err on the side of caution; sometimes, this can wash nutrients, killing your plant or fish. Granted, there is likely enough waste in the substrate in between water changes.
If you do a bit of research, there is plenty on how to make the most of your little Japanese water pal, including tips on tiny amounts of liquid fertilizer. In keeping water plants, I found that fish waste (ie nitrogen fertilizer) was excellent food for most. Makes sense. Kinda gross, but it's inexpensive and naturally derived.
Anyways.. hope that helps. Also made a video review, but I'd computer intervention to post. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
the best 2012 Christmas gift I bought. We bought this set of tools for our brother in law for Christmas as he'd recently become a potter. When his daughter asked what he'd like for Christmas he showed her this set of tools. She bought him something else and he was hurt. It was one of the few things he'd asked for. Praise the Lord, I didn't know any of this until Christmas day when we gathered for 'family Christmas'. He's been our brother in law for over 20 years and when he opened our gift he got up and came to hug me - first time EVER that he initiated a hug! (LOL, I'm not his favorite person in the world!) His hug literally made my Christmas which was wonderful already. I try really hard to 'think' about the person and suit the gift to their personality, hobbies, likes, etc. Evidently (with the Lord's help), I got it right this time.
He's told me he's very happy with the tools, that they are 'good' tools, and now he can make any designs he wants and do all the other necessary parts of making pots, cups, masks, pitchers, plates and platters!
If these tools made him happy and do the job, then I'd imagine they'd do the same for you.
(by Richard's wife, Deb) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Ok product but do not follow instructions on package. I bought this product as a craft for my 8 year old daughter and myself to play with. I thought it would be fun to make different things with it. When we first tried to use this product, it did not go well. It was very hard to mold into anything and I could barely work with it, let alone my 8 yr old. After several attempts, I finally figured out that you really need to boil a pot of water and then place the product in the boiling water for several minutes in order to get it very hot. This will allow it to become pliable enough to work with. I'm giving it 3 stars for poor directions on the packaging which indicate you should only use warm water and not boiling. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Love this winder. Love this winder! I've got a yarn obsession for my crochet habit, and within the next week I'll have 72 more skeins delivered. This will help keep my stock neat and easier to stack/inventory and MUCH easier to work with. My first try was a new skein of Impeccable yarn from Loops & Threads -- those are 4.5 oz of a worsted weight. I had one issue where I had to start over due to tension and the yarn got under the spindle and wound in the gears. I lost a yard from that little tangle. Started over, got the tension right, and spun the cake in just a few minutes. Had to slow down for the last 10 yards or so to keep the yarn out of the gears again, but what a NICE cake of yarn to work with!
Added bonus -- My cat is very entertained by the movement of the winder. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works great in my glue gun. I was surprised how strong this glue is! Works great in my glue gun. It takes a while to heat up, but I don't know if it's because of the gun or the stick.
After it's hot, it flows well and isn't overly-stringy. I used it to adhere a multitude of materials together. Wood, cloth, plastic, more plastic, metal... Even quite heavy items were securely bonded with minimal glue! So happy about that. Even better is that I did zero surface prep, and it still outperformed my other adhesives.
I've been looking for multi-material kind of glue with this strength for several years. From now on I'm just going to ditch the fuggin epoxies, superglues, cements, et cetera, and only use this stuff for my everyday gluing. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
delightful. This 1963 version of Italiana in Algeri has a lot going for it - foremost
it features very beautiful voices in the four leads. Teresa Berganza is
perhaps not the spunkiest of Italiana but in purely vocal terms she is a
sheer delight - she sings superbly and is very agile in coloratura and
the voice is truly gorgeous. Fernando Corena is not the most meticulous
singer but he has a big colorful voice and portrays an imposing Mustafa.
Luigi Alva is a thoroughly charming Lindoro and Rolando Panerai is luxury
casting in the smallish role of Taddeo. Chorus and orchestra are excel-
lent and Varviso conducts with considerable verve in the great ensembles.
The sound is vintage 1960's DECCA - vivid and well balanced. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Did Not Work On Leather SofaI. I had a leather bottom tufted sofa where a button fell off and I did not repair right away. The hole where the previous button was attached by twine from top to bottom with another button on the cushion had become enlarged. I cut away the jagged edges of leather from the hole and cut a small insert of supplied leather (for repair) to insert under the hole to be attached by Tear Mender. I was hoping the new insert would mend to the underside of the leather and I could tuft a new button completing the repair. The repair was very satisfactory done with crazy glue. Maybe I can use for other fabric repairs but the is product was a fail for my circumstances. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
First time making fake teeth! So happy . This stuff is awesome!!! Never used moldable plastic until today. Made these fake teeth for Halloween (2016) using ThermoMorph, food coloring, (non-toxic) super glue & clear nail polish. I think they came out pretty good and they fit my teeth like a glove!
Used this tutorial by ellimacs sfx:
[...]
Steps for making teeth:
- Heat 1 cup water for 1 minute (reheat water whenever needed; you can leave plastic in the measuring cup while reheating)
- Melt beads
- Take some plastic and add food coloring (for gums)
- Half the colored plastic
- Use 1st half of colored plastic for upper teeth mold (allow to dry then trim for comfort)
- Make teeth shapes using the clear plastic (I made eight teeth)
- Super glue teeth to mouth mold (let dry)
- Take a small strip of colored plastic and lay over the glued teeth to replicate gums (shape accordingly; might require super glue)
- Use the rest of the colored plastic to form a mold for bottom teeth
- Using Brown, Red and Yellow food coloring, decorate teeth how you like (I used a Q-Tip but a small brush would work, too)
- Coat w/ nail polish to seal in color and give shine (let dry)
DONE!!! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
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