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I really like this stuff. I really like this stuff. It was perfect for what I needed. My only complaint is that it looked like there was pink color in with it. I don't know if that's normal or not....but it really irritated me. It was ok for what I was using it for (pink/gold baby birthday party) but I wanted the stuff to be purely gold....and I had to do several layers to be satisfied with the coloring. Maybe I'm misinformed about glitter and this is normal, but it was very frustrating to me and it took a lot more time to make things and used more of other materials. It's not like half of it was pink dust, so it wasn't that bad, it was just more annoying. Other than that, I really like it. I'd most likely order it again.
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Very happy. I generally end up with Cricut brand transfer paper, even though I don't love it, as I am not a planner and it's easy to pick up from the store. However, they've recently changed their transfer paper to a super thin, super sticky, cheap material that recently helped to ruin a project. After that episode, it was time to plan ahead. I liked that these were sheets as opposed to being on a roll -- rolls sometimes tunnel and the constant rolling up while trying to smooth it out also makes them harder to work with. I bought the white/red as opposed to the clear to save money and I am more than happy with it. You can see through it just fine and it's stickiness is perfect! I will definitely purchase this again and never go back to Cricut's crappy product!
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Super" glue. Can one be in love with glue? Let me tell you; I use Aleene Tacky Glue for practically all of my mixed media projects. It is the only glue that I trust will keep my pieces down and prevent from curling up. What I also like about this glue is that it remains tacky for a bit so that I don't have to worry about rushing through my piece. I can work at a leisurely pace while confidently gluing down my papers.
What I also love about this glue is that it can be watered down without losing its tackiness. For instance, quite often I use tissue paper in my artwork and must use glue that is watered down. It a pleasure to lay down the tissue paper while using the glue and know that everything will stay in place.
Aleenes is a repeat purchase for me, and I highly recommend this glue.
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Heavy duty straps. Price Point: 5/5
Quality/Durability: 5/5
Need: 5/5
Recommendation/Giftable Factor: 5/5
Overall: 5/5
Product Need: Ratchet straps
Pros: Heavy duty, quality, easy to tighten
Cons: n/a
My thoughts: These are a great set of 4 ratchet tie downs that are made of quality. You can tell when you get the package since it weighs 4.5 pounds which is over a pound each. They are 1 wide and 15 long. The hooks are coated with a nice rubber sealant that seems it won't crackle. The handle is made of steel and easy to maneuverer to tighten your load which is the most important aspect of this. They are rated at 1500 lb. break strength and 500 lb. working limit. The packaging is attractive if you are looking to gift this to someone. Overall I love my straps and will be my go to for loads from now on. I will continue to use the product and update if any updates are warranted such as defects or additional missing uses/information that you should know that I may have missed and will answer any questions about the product. Please note I did receive a discount in exchange for my honest feedback that had no impact in my review or ratings.
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Investment Protection. I searched high & low for a nubuck protection product that was targeted for upholstery rather than for shoes, as well as one that was not an aerosol. This product fit the bill. I have 2 chamois-colored nubuck armchairs & a husband who loves to sit in them, & it was only a matter of time before something serious was spilled or dropped on them. I removed several small stains with a nubuck eraser (found in the shoe products aisle) before taking the chairs into the garage (with door open for ventilation) & applying the product as directed. I wiped the product off the exposed wood arms & legs with a soft cloth immediately, since I was unsure how the finish might be affected. It was fine. The leather darkened with the spray so it was easy to tell if I'd covered everything. The chairs dried quickly, the nubuck feeling a bit stiffer than before applying the product. The directions state to brush the dry surface with a large, clean sponge to restore the nap. I used a clean microfiber cloth since I did not have the appropriate sponge, & it seemed to work well. The chairs look great & fortunately we haven't had any "accidents" as yet to test its effectiveness. I used about 3/4 of the bottle to treat the inside & outside surfaces of lounge type armchairs with tight seats & backs (no loose cushions). I would recommend the product for ease of use & for minimizing the hazard of inhaling unhealthful chemicals.
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Doesn't contain punched holes securely. For three hole punches, I have two simple criteria I look out for. (1) It punches decently and (2) It contains the loose punched out paper. This PaperPro 12 sheet punch satisfies me on the first, but fails for me on the second.
The way the bottom of this punch is built, the bottom has a sort of mini door in the middle of one of the long sides of the puncher that swings open and closed to allow you to empty the paper holes. The door is shut by a lip of plastic on the main structure of the puncher catching and clicking into a cut out hole on the swinging "door" piece. Problem is, though it catches and closes, the hole in the door where the lip catches is still large enough when closed to allow the punched out paper to fall out should it happen to be passing around the hole area. I often use this puncher by holding it in my hand instead of leaving it on a flat surface, so the puncher is often tilting around. Pretty much every time when punching paper with this, I find a few loose paper holes that have fallen out of the puncher this way and onto the floor or other areas. People who leave this puncher on a flat surface instead of picking it up often to use will likely not have a problem with this as I do. I also didn't like the way the emptying door was situated in the middle of the side of the puncher because to empty it, you have to tilt it back and forth until the paper holes from all sides find that opening in the middle to exit. Hole punchers I've had in the past have had the emptying door either at the end so you could simply hold the puncher in one direction and easily wait for all the trash to dump out, or have had the bottoms completely removeable so aiming the holes for the exit space was a non-issue.
I had no problem with the punching ability. My hand never felt strained punching several piles of about 8 sheets at a time. It even easily handled punching a hole through a plastic card so I could pin up a gift card on the wall over a thumb tack. Before this, I had a cheap puncher from an office store. The holes punched with the PaperPro were bigger, which I prefer. The old office store puncher's holes were approximately 5 mm, while the PaperPro holes are about 7 mm diameter.
This puncher works, but is not my ideal design. I would prefer to look elsewhere for one that contained the punched holes better.
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Nice, comfy scissors for fabric--skeptical about titanium. Like most new scissors, these make a nice crisp cut on fabric or paper.
I've had titanium scissors before that have lost their edge pretty rapidly, so I can't give a final word until I've used them longer, but they make a nice sharp cut right now.
The grip is soft and comfortable for cutting heavy fabrics. They're well-sized for small hands--large enough for a useful cut but not so large as to be clumsy.
Because I've found titanium scissors disappointing in the past, I'm relegating these once for fabric use only, since paper and cardboard seem to be what really dull scissors. I don't know how the titanium edge responds to sharpening (my last titanium pair never seemed to get a restored edge after it dulled--perhaps a normal sharpener doesn't work on them?), so I'm going to keep them for fabric only and see how long they keep their original edge.
I have several big sewing projects in the works, so I'll report back in a few months, and again once I have to sharpen them.
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The foam layers DO NOT peel off easily. As a matter of fact they don't peel . First of all you will need a lot of time and patience. The foam layers DO NOT peel off easily. As a matter of fact they don't peel away at all. Tracing an outline and cutting the foam is easy. By the way, buy one of those slim cheap "Snap Blade" knifes at a Dollar Store for under $ 2. You don't need a $9. one as suggested. The foam tears away in chunks, not peel away as described. The delivery of it was on a hot day and the foam was warm from being in the Carrier's Truck. I think heat is "welding" the foam layers together inadvertently. As described in other Reviews of "doesn't peel", the bottom of the cut-out looks like one of those 3-D Relief Maps. I used single edge razor blades to "shave" the bottom to level it out. It does hold my heavy items very well I will admit.
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If you have a left handed child- order these now. I can't believe it took me this long to order these. I can't believe I only ordered one pair. When it comes to scissors, Fiskars are definitely a brand I trust. I bought these for my 7 year old son who has fine motor skill issues and was struggling with using scissors. He is also left handed and it never occurred to me to get him left handed scissors. Omg, a world of difference! From the second he picked these up his skills were improved. I need to order a few more pairs. Definitely one for homework, need one for back up and would like to send a pair or two to school with him. If you have a left handed child, order these now, don't wait! They are sturdy, easy to grip, well made, sharp but slightly blunt and perfect in every way.
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Great Wood Log Slices. As a crafter I am always looking for different items to use. These wood log slice discs are a perfect size to use for many different projects. I have a baby shower, graduation and a wedding coming up and my biggest problem is which project to use these for. I have so many different ideas for them. They also are perfect to use at Christmas time for a country themed wreath or any decoration. These wood log slices can be used for many different ideas, a true must have for any crafters.
You receive the 30 piece wood log slice discs in a well packaged reusable bag great for storage. They are 4 5 cm roughly 0.5 cm thick with fine polishing on both sides, nice for painting. The natural Rosewood discs are surrounded with bark and have a wonderful smell of fresh cut wood for an added plus. I highly recommend this produce and cant wait to get started with my project!
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. I do my best to provide a quality honest review. My review is my own and was not in any way influenced by the company from which I purchased the item. I hope you have found this review helpful.
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Glass + Metal = Great Bond. This was used to glue metal to glass in a craft project. I was EXTREMELY pleased with the outcome. It bonded very well, required about 24hrs to fully air cure. It does have some fumes, I recommend a well ventilated area during use. I used a mask during use - but felt like overkill. To prevent issues with the cap gluing itself to the tip, be sure to wipe all the glue off the tip and around the nozzle with a paper towel or rag before capping. I have capped the glue 30-35 times now without any problems. Just have to keep it clean.
No noticeable discoloration - Stayed clear after curing. It is kind of thick (think honey), so best way to apply it is with a Q-tip or some other sort of applicator. Will thicken even more after 10+ minutes of contact with air.
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It is imperative to have nice hair for these dolls. The doll is cute, but THE HAIR IS HORRRIIIIBBBLLLE! Paradise Galleries need to get the hair together. The hair is matted, comes out in your hands and glue is all over the place. Someone really dropped the ball on this one. Research different textures of black people so you will not make the same mistake again. Hire consultants to advise you! Refrain from stereotyping textures involving black people. Black people have different textures PG. It is imperative to have nice hair for these dolls, they have to be worth the money! If you want to keep your black customers, you have to get the face and hair right!
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Too fibrous and dry. I read the reviews before purchasing this product and took a chance because I needed a two pounds of paper clay and was feeling cheap and was willing to take a chance.
However, this product really isn't useable and you should heed the warnings of other reviewers. The clay is too fibrous and dry to be useful as a clay. I could sometimes get small balls of it to behave but it usually required so much kneading that it would be too dry to adhere it to another piece of the same clay. Contouring or carving the clay is out of the question because the paper fibers drag and leave ragged edges.
I also wouldn't recommend this for children since it requires so much kneading/fussing with to be useful.
The only thing I could see this being OK for would be for use with small molds. If you break off a small piece (less than a golf ball), knead it, and shove it into a small mold, I guess you would be OK (though I did not use it for this purpose, so this is speculation).
Don't expect to be able to use large balls of this clay, or for it to stick to itself, or to be able to carve/tool it while wet.
Ironically, despite having an annoyingly dry texture, it takes a very long time to dry. It also has an odor which I find irritating. However, this may just be a "clay smell" so maybe that's normal; I don't work with clay often.
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An awful circle cutter. I wanted a circle cutter for scrapbooking and reviewed several before deciding. I chose this one based on the reviews it recieved. I am so disappointed in this cutter. It's pretty much impossible to position the cutter over a picture to get your circle cut in the desired place. And even taping down smaller pictures and pieces of paper didn't completely prevent them from moving around or getting crunched up during cutting. I had huge problems cutting small circles - 1" to 1 1/2". It seemed the larger you got the easier it was to use (of course the larger your paper was too). I keep borrowing my friends circle cutter she got from Creative Memories and it works much better.
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Not happy with this laser machine or its software application interface. I got this machine a few months ago, maybe in September or August. I am rating it two stars because up until today, I have not been able to operate this machine at all. I even went as far as to buying an entire new PC with the Operating System Windows XP, and bought an old version of CorelDraw X4 to run this machine's drivers AND the plug-in that's supposed to work within CorelDraw X4 (A Chinese software application called CorelLaser) but again, until today, the laser machine has not been able to be properly installed.
The other frustrating part is that, there is No Technical support in the United States, from what I know and basically you are left with either figuring things out or going on to YouTube and looking at the small number of other buyers of similar products to see their recommendations and advice they have for using the laser machine and the software interface that the laser machine comes with.
The employees from MegaLane have been helpful at providing me with information and have answered my questions, but unfortunately it's the hardware and software that this specific machine uses that causes even a novice computer user as myself to get stressed out and advice folks not to invest in this product. Not until either the laser machine can perform with current-day Operating Systems and Design Software applications out there.
Well, it's November 21, 2015. I am about to email MegaLane, again, and see what their suggestion might be. But I have a feeling that I may end up returning this product back, unfortunately.
I was really excite and hoping for this laser machine to work too.
I will post more information, if some how, the machine and the interface do work but as of right now it's not looking too well at all.
Update 26Nov2015 - After many emails and a phone call I'm happy to say that I got the machine up and running. Now that I have the machine and have ran a couple of test samples I like the laser machine. I'm still playing around with the interface but I will figure it out soon. I want to just say that Simon at MegaLane has been a great help and support in helping me get this machine up and running.
For those of you that do invest in this laser machine check all your laser machine's connections before you plug the power chord On. It turned out that my laser machine had a loose connection and that was one of the issues of why my laser machine would not output the laser beam.
The other thing that I will caution all is to run the laser machine on a stand alone computer that has Windows XP to no later than Windows 7, and no anti virus on it. The plugin, CorelLaser, will not function properly if the computer has an Anti Virus program, and yes, if you do have an Anti Virus program it will pick up a Trojan. Fortunately for me, I don't have this computer on a network, it's a stand alone computer dedicated to just cutting or engraving, and that solves the issue of keeping the Trojan isolated. The only program in the computer is CorelDraw X4.
I will make future tutorials once I get comfortable with the machine, so people can see how this specific machine works.
Update 24DEC2015: Extremely displeased with the laser machine, the vendor, and Amazon regarding this product. Unfortunately now, I have to take Amazon.com to court in order to seek remedy for all the losses caused by this faulty machine. Never again will I buy a foreign laser machine that does NOT have any support in the USA.
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Hit and Miss. While I love the unique colors and the small tip for detailed work, but being able to use it for detailed work is only possible with some of the colors. As some of the colors are runny while some of the others are just perfect. In other words, the consistency between colors are well... not always consistent. For example the "parfait" color (which the photo of that color set is showing the wrong set )needs to be shaken often because it's runny and you get more watery pink glue than glitter. (It also dries more pink than when it's wet.)
Also, my experience with another set I purchased along with 2 different items, (the one with the platinum color in it) had been sent back and returned without my knowledge, after so long after not receiving it. And didn't know until I had an email about my refunds. After research I found out something it was returned because of a leak. Since Zazz! was the only thing I ordered that could "leak" I assume it was because of it. And without advising me, UPS returned it. The lack of information to me, is apparently was on UPS.
So, I had to reorder my purchases again, on finally receiving the order, though the Zazz! box wasn't damaged one of the bottles was more than half empty because had a crack at the base of the top and leaked had in the Zazz! packaging. I sent back for exchange. And it's upon receiving it's replacement the package was again pristine, but this time a different colort leaked because an issue as the nozzle base appears warped didn't fit tightly into the top of the bottle. I didn't bother with another exchange as it only leaked slightly and it didn't leak enough that I wanted to bother with yet another exchange. And luckily I just used up a bottle previously, so I just reused the tip from that one.
So, again, while I love the idea of the unique colors and small tip. It's a bit too pricey to be such a gamble.
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Great for theater. My fifteen year old daughter is involved in a theater group. she loves styling herself and cast-mates to look like the favorite characters, and its someone different every few days. On one of her recent productions, she was having issues with a Dr. Seuss look to the characters, so I decided to get a face painting set to help give the cast get that extra touch to some of their costumes.
Im decent when it comes to artistic stuff, but painting the face of a squirming teenager is a whole other playing field! Luckily, I was pleasantly surprised that this set is so incredibly easy to use! It comes with painting kit, which is certainly easier to use and far less messy, making cleanup much better. . I love that you have all these options, as the sponges are perfect for covering large areas and each of the brushes are great for the finer details.
Just like a regular paint palette, these paints just need a little bit of water to get going. A little bit goes a long way, so I can tell that each color will last quite a while which is awesome. The paint applies smoothly and easily, and with a great vibrant color. It dries fairly quickly as you're applying it, so you don't have to worry about it smudging much. It has a great variety of colors, so you can create all kinds of designs with them.
The paint washes off easily as well which is always appreciated for this type of product. The instructions suggest soap and water or rubbing alcohol, I just usually use baby wipes because it works well and is a bit easier than washing my sons face with soap and water. Overall, its a great product! Weve had lots of fun with it so far, and I know well have plenty more fun with it for many days to come! I received this item at a discount in exchange for my honest review.
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So easy even a man can do it. My first time making large container candles and my first time using 444 turned out to be a really excellent experience. I just decided to try this after spending a zillion dollars on commercial candles for gifts and myself. Masculine scented candles are hard to find and when you can find them they seem to have a 'testosterone mark-up'. I had tried to make soy candles with a small all-in-one kit a couple of weeks ago. They were ok, but this stuff made amazing creamy, smooth candles. The tops are beautiful and professional looking - not at all the experience I had with the kit's wax. I accidentally heated the wax to about 210 degrees before I realized it, so I took the pour pot out of the double boiler and let the wax cool to 185 or so before mixing in the fragrance oil (Tobacco with a 210 flash point). I mixed the snot out of it and then I let it cool down to about 125 before pouring. I used wood wicks in some cool tumblers I found at a discount store. I made two 1lb candles and had enough left over for a little jelly jar. If I had been thinking, I would have been more 'mathy' to get exactly the right amount, but it was my first time.
Some things I noticed:
1. Use weight - not volume - even for the fragrance oil. This, as it turns out, is vital to your sanity.
2. Heat the wax to at least 185 and pour the fragrance oil in at that point if it has a higher flash point than 185. If it's lower, wait until the wax is in the 130 range.
3. You should pour into your containers between 120 and 140. I heated my containers in the over at 170 under someone's recommendation. I'm not sure it did anything, but it made me more confident to pour into jars that were hotter than the wax.
4. Use wick stickers instead of wax to position your wick tabs. Otherwise your pour will just melt it and your wicks will move. The stickers don't melt.
5. If your wick says it's specifically for a size of container, go up at least one size of wick or use two to get a good clean, even melt pool.
I will definitely use the 444 again.
Update: After burning these candles for several hours, I can say that the scent throw is excellent. It fills a small room pretty quickly. After just a few minutes, I could smell the fragrance from a few feet away. Also, it works really well with the wood wicks. Absolutely no soot and I haven't had to trim any wicks. The candles also seem to be really efficient. I've been burning a 22oz Colonial Candle (paraffin) for a few days at it is 1/3 gone. The soy candles have hardly changed. I'm very impressed with how easy this has been. It's a no brainer for me.
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Saved my soy candles! Great purchase. Great wicks! As beginner I bought a bag of all natural homemade wicks that worked so badly with my candles I almost gave up on the new hobby (I thought it was me). It burned black smoke and even turned the candle black! HORRIBLE! I immediately stopped burning and tried to save my wax from the candles. After doing my research I resulted in these candle wicks. These wicks are wonderrrrrful. They are great for tiny candles (4 oz at most without tunneling. If bigger, of course use two or more wicks :P). I used the wicks for my soy candles, and when burning, they did not tunnel which was a big worry of mine. They also burned VERY clean and left no residue behind my like first bag of wicks. These wicks have been very nice to me as a beginner candle maker. Overall I would rate 10/10.
Pros:
Burns super clean
Easy to use
Great for small candles
Does not tunnel in small candles
Great for soy candles
Cons:
Cost
I had one instance of blowing out the wick and it remained red and heated like coal and released a bad smell lol (it was probably me, not the wick)
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Makes clear beautiful soap. I purchased six packages to make about 40 bars of soap for a friends daughters bridal shower. All the girls came to my house and we had a soap making party.
The blocks come with small square indents making it easy to cut making it easier to melt. We melted the soap in the microwave, heating in 1 minute increments and then stirring. We repeated until all the soap was melted. We added fresh chopped lavender and a small amount a soap coloring to give them a purple tint. After pouring into a bar mold and letting it sit up we removed them and sliced them into bars. The soap was beautiful and you could clearly see the lavender "floating" in the bars no cloudy color at all.
This soap melted easily and had a smooth consistency. It set up well and cured clear. Worked just liked we'de hoped.
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Why Didn't I Think of That?! Best Invention Ever. My mom bought this for me as a gift because (she said) my projects were always crooked, Pssht. Ok, Maybe they were.
Well they aren't any more. This is the coolest product ever!! A little back story due to a few negative reviews I see here on amazon. When I got the product (my mom bought it from an online craft website) and used it the first time, something seemed off. I kept using it and finally found that it was about 1/8in off and the laser was actually not straight. I, like everyone leaving negatives reviews, jumped to quickly to the conclusion that the product was garbage :(. But then I though, "Hey, What if I call the company and ask them about it"... So I did. First of all, friendliest people ever! Turns out there were some distributors not following Kelly Kraft's storing and packaging instructions and units were getting damaged as a result of their negligence. I was shipped a new one and its perfect.
Yes, It is upsetting for the handful of people that got the damaged ones, but this kind of thing happens, and doesn't mean its the fault of the product or the manufacturer. I've learned, its best to just try calling and seeing if there is a known issue.
So the long and short of it. The product is great. The company's customer service is great <--- I would choose one product over another for that reason alone. Unless your getting a super super deal somewhere, I would suggest buying from Amazon/Kelly Kraft direct.
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Excellent. Excellent foam for Leaning out anything at work or around the house. Definately another Superior FastCap product. There is one thing I would like to say that was a little misleading in the product description from the seller (not a FastCap error). the description advised that the foam was easy to pull apart. I purchased the thicker foam thinking if I needed a thinner one, I could just pull it apart and make it work. I was wrong and ended up ordering the thinner one later. When it says easy to pull apart, I believe they are meaning pull apart after cutting a piece out, say half way through. Trying to pull apart and entire piece to make it thinner didn't works as well. It was easy to pull apart, but wasn't exactly uniform (didn't pull apart evenly). Of course I could have trimmed it up with a blade if I had to, but it was just easier to order the thinner one and keep this one for the thicker jobs.
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Lovely Cards Designed to Work Within and Beyond the Collection. These cards are a perfect extension of the luscious Graphic 45 Time to Flourish collection but they also stand on their own as gorgeous journaling cards. There are two of each of the twelve designs which perfectly complement the rest of the collection. However, there is nothing on the cards to indicate a month so these cards can easily be incorporated in other projects. The back of the cards has a subtle design that can easily be written over without obscuring your writing or used to frame an image without distraction.
Yes, you could buy these and no other part of the collection but why would you? I wish I'd had the foresight to know how wonderful Graphic 45's products are; I'd have bought the entire Time to Flourish collection without a moment's pause.
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Great designs. I love this washi tape! I've bought some that are another brand and the tape itself was thinner. This tape does not rip too easily, particularly when I had to reposition it. Yet, it stayed in place once I moved it. The colors are true to the picture and they coordinate nicely together. I have been using them to make decorative tags. You can write on them with permanent marker and it won't run (but it does bleed a little initially and so it is best to use a very fine marker). This is my second roll from this company and I'm very happy with it.
This product was received at a discount for an honest review. Despite that, I would still pay full price for these and likely will in the future.
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A really cute light up lantern. <div id="video-block-RAM3TOQ746IH0" 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/A1TC1gwPYkS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71tBR68DK2S.png" class="video-slate-img-url"> It's Christmas in July at our house with the cute light up lantern. I try to keep craft supplies handy for my kids during the summer especially after a long day of swimming and they want to relax inside. Having a fun craft like this keeps them busy. Mine came in perfect condition, nothing chipped. It has six different colors of paint and a paint brush. Everything needed to paint! The lantern lights up and is really neat to look at. The colors blink then stay solid, changes colors and blinks again. Make sure to slip out the plastic piece from the bottom to activate the battery and light. Lots of fun and eye catching. The lantern is for any age child or adult to paint. Overall, it's a nice Christmas craft and I high recommend for anyone who like to paint. I did get this for a discount for my honest and unbiased review.
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Great product. Very thin consistency and runs. That being said will work great with the leading. Comes out great without the leading but you have to watch for running for about an hour off a non- flat surface to wipe excess from the edges. DO NOT SHAKE THE BOTTLE. It creates bubbles that are hard to get rid of. DO NOT try to mess with too much while wet . Better to remove excess right after applying or better yet wait till it drys then scrape off and reapply very thin layers at a time. Dries kinda sticky. Alcohol removes it even after dried. I spray Krylon UV resistant clear glossy acrylic on it to eliminate stickyness and hopefully protect for outdoor use. Will still come off if alcohol is applied. Have had on in some sun per day and has not faded yet. The purple plate has 2 full coats and a couple more touch ups, ran off edges for a long time. Tried to fix a spot before it dried and the picture shows the repair, but was able to make it less notable by carefully removing some with a q-tip and alcohol. The red one work great for a dripped effect when put on very lightly and only one application.
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Best knitting investment I have made. I am fairly new to knitting. I have always used the aluminum needles found at local discount stores. That was until I enrolled in a knitting class and used the instructors bamboo needles. Oh my! I always had trouble with my stitches slipping off the needle when I used the aluminum ones. These bamboo needles stopped that and offered me control of my yarn, but still had a slick surface in which my yarn moved easily. Because I am a new knitter, I am not very fast, so these needles work for me. I can say that if you are an experienced knitted that moves quickly, these may note be your needle of choice. BUt for a beginner, I think these are must haves. And to have all of the larger size needles in one kit is a plus. (I actually have started collecting he smaller ones individually as patterns require them, and will get the empty storage case to put them in as they accumulate.
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I love my Dremel burner. I love my Dremel burner. I messed up and bought the cheapest burner i could find first to see if i liked pyography and it was broken after 2nd project, could have been user error. Then I bought the Dremel and it was a big difference in the heat and comfort for my hand. It was easy to work with and didn't leave my hands cramped or feeling extremly sunburned like the cheaper one did. It totally changed what I was able to do and made it so much easier. The tips are quality tips too. Also, an extra plus is that I sold the first project I did with this burner and it turned out great, best of the gourds I have been burning. I got an offer and actually hated to see it go.
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Causes Warping of Some Photo Paper. I bought this gummed tape to create t-hinges when mounting my photographs to a foam-core backboard. Gummed tape seems to come highly recommended, yet I had nothing but bad experiences with this stuff.
Most readers of this review probably already know that gummed tape must be activated with water before the glue becomes sticky. The problem is that the photo paper I use (Kodak Endura) is apparently entirely incompatible with this tape. Every time I apply a piece of this tape to the back of one of my prints, it causes the contact point to warp or buckle as the tape dries.
Of course, I considered the possibility that I was just using too much water. So, to avoid damaging anymore prints, I set up a small experiment.
THE EXPERIMENT
1) I labelled 5 separate sheets of blank Kodak photo paper with numbers 1 through 5 and stuck a single piece of this tape to the back of each sheet of photo paper (just as you would during the first step of making a t-hinge).
2) For the sheet labelled #5, I completely saturated the gummed paper tape before application. For the sheets labelled #4 through #2, I used progressively less water to activate the tape. For the sheet labelled #1, I delicately used a Q-tip to apply the most miniscule amount of water possible to activate the tape. So, in essence, I had five test sheets with one piece of gummed tape attached to the back side... each test sheet represented a different amount of water used to activate the glue, from saturated tape (#5) to moderately wet (#3) to bare-minimum moistening (#1).
3) I waited for the pieces of tape to dry and inspected the photo papers.
THE RESULTS
Every single sheet of test paper had been damaged as the gummed tape dried. As I anticipated, the sheets that got the relatively wet tape (#3 through #5) were severely warped at the point where the tape contacted the back of the paper. Surprisingly, though, even the sheet that got the relatively dry tape (#1, with which water was very lightly applied with a moist Q-tip) was also warped and I could easily discern ridges on the front of the photo paper that outlined the position of the gummed tape on the back of the paper. These are generally known as "hinge echoes", and they occurred on every test sheet, no matter how little water was used to activate the glue!
THE CONCLUSION
It would seem that the paper tape expands when it is moistened. Thus, once it is attached to the print and begins to dry, it shrinks and buckles the photo paper wherever it is attached. On top of it, the wet glue seems to directly damage the photo paper, too. The "ridges" or "hinge echoes" that appear suggest the wet glue is having an adverse affect on the photo paper, causing the print to de-boss and become raised wherever the tape is attached.
This tape is unsuitable for t-hinging with standard-thickness, professional photo paper. Unless you use unusually-thick, specialty photo paper (or, perhaps, if your prints have a generous handling margin of at least 1" on each side) then you will almost definitely ruin your prints if you apply this tape in the context of a t-hinge.
I cannot recommend the use of this tape to anyone...
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Easy to use and stays in place despite moving the vinyl over it. I bought this to replace some from a different brand that I had let sit out (apparently shelf life is a potential concern) and it was super easy to work with. I've never wrapped anything before and have no experience with paint or body work, so if I can get a decent result it seems safe to assume most anyone could. My only issue was that on fairly sharp turns the filament would come out of the tape a bit, and depending on how much or little this could be blessing or (mild) curse. Most of the time I could just reposition it by hand and it would more or less stay in place, so it wasn't a huge deal. In a sharp corner for example the tape part might wrinkle on the inner perimeter but the filament coming out would make it possible to keep the cutting edge pretty much smooth. In my first attempt at using both this and vinyl wrap I covered a trunk and a pretty large hood which, (at least for me) meant a fair bit of repositioning of the vinyl, and surprisingly at no point did the knifeless tape come up when it shouldn't. As others have said, be sure to leave yourself plenty of slack to get the cut started, in some cases I did not, and that combined with the hard to reach location of some starts made things harder than they had to be. Live and learn I suppose. In the pics I added the hood slopes down at the end so it looks crooked, but it isn't from straight on. You can see that the curved corners aren't 100% legit, but from more than a couple feet away it really isn't too bad. Just for the sake of clarity the white part is the vinyl I laid down and then cut out and the carbon fiber is the hood itself. I made a reverse stencil of sorts. If you're thinking about giving this a shot go for it, the worst that could happen is you buy another sheet of vinyl. Not a big deal.
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Love the different choices. Wow, these are beautiful. So much better in person than on the computer. It really doesn't do the set any justice. The pack has a wonderful array of colors and glitters that match well each other. Im a crafter and do many things with washi tape from scrapbooking, pocket letters, cards, soap, laundry detergent and home decor etc... Yes, home decor,lol. I use it on mirrors, frig to make memo center, pots picture frames etc..These offer a nice amount of washi per roll very impressive. I especially love the different design and textures that they exhibit not the kind you can usually find at a big box store. Love it!!!! I received these in exchange for an honest review and Yes they are wonderful, fun, and lovely. I will also be using these to help with some of my dollhouse miniatures 1:12 especially the burgandy colored one with the tile look to it Amazing!!!!!!!!
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but I found it really hard to find that sweet spot and had to redo them several times. Worked for my polymer ornament project. I get what other reviewers said about the difficulty of sliding the tiles in and out of the bar. It wsn't impossible, though I wouldn't want to use it for transcribing anything lengthy. The part that surprised me was the amount of pressure needed to stamp the letters without getting the square sides of each tile showing. It was too exacting and maybe I'm a mad stamping fool, but I found it really hard to find that sweet spot and had to redo them several times. I dont' know if there is a better system available but for the small projects I will be using them for, this fits the bill and was an affordable crafting supply to keep in my bin.
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Wide variety of unique colors. <div id="video-block-R290HOM9TO7NEI" 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/B11HSQl-FSS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/81c0-8HruCS.png" class="video-slate-img-url">I am a preschool teacher so we go through pipe cleaners like water in my classroom. We use them for projects and crafts on a weekly basis.
What I really like about this set is that it comes in a variety of colors, as you can see in my video, and many of the colors aren't all that common in pipe cleaners which gives my kids a lot more choices in their art.
Also, a lot of pipe cleaners have fluff that comes off of them when you run your fingers around them. These did not which makes them a lot cleaner!!
These bend nice and easy and are very comparable to any other pipe cleaners I have purchased and used in the past. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review.
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Goodbye, Cuttlebug. I first bought the Cuttlebug because it was inexpensive and shaped like a purse (c'mon, you know that influences you too!). However, I had to buy spacer plate x and embossing pad y to supplement a machine that does the basics well but not the more advanced things I was interested in doing. Also, it semi-broke after a few months--a part flew off tho we never could figure out from where exactly but the pressure became less afterwards. Argh.
I haven't had a problem with the Big Shot that replaced the Cuttlebug. It cuts and embosses like a dream. Note I went with the Big Shot vs the Big Kick because it's slightly wider. I've found that additional width, however small, has allowed me to put things in sideways and increased my design possibilities.
Spend the few extra bucks and get this machine. It'll pay for itself soon enough.
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Worth. I bought this for cosplay and crafting purposes. I needed to fill in some cracks and make my scythe for Celty stronger. I've previously used automobile apoxie on a different project. It was hard to mix, dried quickly, and smelled horrible. Even with a mask rated for it, I had headaches for days.
I figured I'd give this a shot, it was cheaper and looked easier to work with.
Yes it very much was. First there was very little odor. I didn't have to wear a mask and my headaches get triggered easily. Nothing with this. I found it easier to wear gloves and keep folding it in itself to mix. It's very much like handing clay, which I have experience with, so that's a plus. I have had clay tools that works really with this. The work time is Def 3 hours. I made a good sized batch and it was nice not to have to stop and keep mixing.
It does sand just as easily as any apoxie. I used 60 grit sandpaper and wore a mask/goggles since its a fine dust. I also tested it and acrylic and even cheap spray paint does adhere to it.
The only thing I didn't like was really kinda my own fault for not reading. I got the white 1lb pack. I thought each tub would be 1 lb, not 8oz each.
Either way it's still cheaper than most apoxie related things.
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My experience with this product was terrible. I bought it to repair some minor damage . My experience with this product was terrible. I bought it to repair some minor damage to a VERY expensive leather headboard. Its difficult to mix, should be in a dropper or squeeze bottle so you can actually somewhat measure it. It is impossible to get a good color match and the repaired spot stands out like neon light. But the big problem I had wasn't actually with the product itself. The product says that after application you use rubbing alcohol to smooth and blend the area. Well, as the alcohol dried the leather around the repair just disintegrated, cracked and flaked off. It looks 100 times worse than before I started. This $18 kit effectively ruined a $2000 headboard. They tell you to test the product in an inconspicuous spot but not the alcohol. Apparently leather and alcohol don't mix. Maybe it works better on vinyl. BE CAREFULL and don't bother!
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BEST SCISSORS in the GALAXY, probably designed by benevolent intelligent aliens. These Fiskars Cuts+More 5-in-1 Multi-Purpose Scissors are the most versatile scissors in the history of human endeavor. If you know scissors, you already know the Fiskars name. Fiskars is synonymous with quality and value. But these establish a new paradigm in clever design!
Whoever said he didn't like how these separate, is clearly not thinking clearly. The WHOLE POINT of these is that they quickly come apart, NOT so you can put them in the dishwasher and ruin them like an idiot, but so you can 1- sharpen them with the included sharpener / sheath and 2- use the single blade like a knife. That means you don't need to go get a separate weapon when accepting deliveries while snipping out letters for ransom notes.
The idea of including a sheath is genius, assuming you can motivate morons in your house to use it. With the sheath on, teenagers and other stupid people can thoughtlessly toss these in the silverware drawer like they always do, and the scissors won't get ruined, like they always do. People wonder why I am grumpy all the time. Part of the reason is they don't put away my tools properly, thereby leaving me with yet another chore to do. I know how to sharpen any cutting tool extant and have the tools do do it, but that doesnt mean I enjoy it damn it!
The sheath does more than protect these wonderful joyous things. It has an integral idiot proof sharpener AND a box opener. You can use the sheath to open boxes quickly and safely with or without the scissors inside. The opener is very safe by design. So kudos to Fiskars for including not one but TWO great idiot proof gadgets on one accessory!
The small notch near the haft cuts wire, and that means a manly man like me can do useful stuff besides repairing all the broken dull knives and scissors in our kitchen every friggin weekend.
That wire-cutting notch can snip a chip from those pesky bubble wrap items that no one can open without a Goldfinger-approved industrial laser. Once you snip the chip, these sturdy scissors can complete the job of punishing that pernicious plastic packaging thereby vanquishing the forces of evil. By itself, that single feature is worth double the price.
So how many uses is that so far?
1- GREAT SCISSORS!
2- Separated blade doubles as a knife for opening letters or abdomens of lazy offspring.
3- Protective Sheath INCLUDED! Say it three times. It really is that important.
4- Self contained sharpener! (yay;-) no more trips to the basement to set up the grinder because of a pesky problem child or helpful cousins who throw everything including scissors into the dishwasher after thanksgiving dinner. (Why doesnt he come upstairs and talk to us? Why is he always so angry? Does he hate everybody?)
5- wire snipper / bubble wrap biter
There is yet another profoundly useful gadget included on these wonderful inventions!
AFTER youve opened and paid all the bills, after you fixed that sparking light switch, After you sharpened your favorite new tool, After you opened another box with yet another pair of shoes for your wife, WHERES THE DAMN BEER OPENER?!?!
Dont worry, these have a BOTTLE OPENER on the bottom! So when your son steals the church key for his football frenzied friends to open their sex-in-a-canoe domestic beverages, just look for the orange and black handles in that messy silverware drawer. Instead of finding a mangled cutting edge and no beer opener, youll find your steadfast helper is there for you bringing sweet relief from private imported stock kept hidden in the basement fridge.
Im going to buy two more pairs: one for my wonderful wife who cant use a knife without a trip to ER, and another pair just to keep me happy at night when the news is on. These are not just mere scissors! They provide relief, assuage grief and fight evil. I suspect they were designed by super intelligent benevolent aliens to help us evolve.
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Good but expensive. Black and red worked great, however the white one was off and it was crumbly. I used these on the usb cords and so much better than the electrical tape. I also used a dab to cover a light on my nightstand extension cord that was annoying and a chip on my favorite coffee cup on the bottom. However when I tried to fix a door shelf on the freezer, it did not hold. This was the white that I used and I suspect it was a bad batch. For $13 bucks for such a small amount, the quality control could be better. If I could return, I would, but the white was the one I needed the most. Had all 3 would have been right, would have given 5 stars, or 4 stars if it wasn't so darn expensive.
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Surprisingly nice. I was quite shocked when I opened the package. These are really nice! They ARE short. Mine are around ten inches tops. But the "eye" of the feather is beautiful and completely intact. No broken bits or smushed parts. These will be fantastic in small to medium flower arrangements. For two dollars these are a steal. In fact I'm ordering several more. Yes they are that nice. They were shipped in a plain manila envelope with no damage! Fairly quick shipping from Asia. Good job!
Update: I ordered more and just received them. Just as nice as the first time. These really are very lovely and are an incredible deal. I'm a florist by trade and have used these in arrangements and they look beautiful. Order these. You will be very happy with them. I know I am!
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This just arrived today and was packaged great. I would have given it 5 stars but . This just arrived today and was packaged great. I would have given it 5 stars but it came without a center roll so when I attempted to put it on a dowel it started pushing out the other end . For future purposes maybe they should make sure it is on a hard inner roll making it more easy to place on a paper holder for use. Other than that it is thin yet so far durable for painting on and using for paper crafts. Would I buy it again? Yes I would but would like for them to fix the no center roll problem to make it more user friendly . Even this picture on my order form shows a plastic center for the dowel to go through.
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It's A Piece of Junk. The Surebonder glue sticks are the best for my professional, high-end leatherwork so I thought this Surebonder glue gun would also be just as good. It isn't. I've come to hate it. After just 3.5 months of use I'm going to have to throw it out.
It worked great at first, but within a month the rubber insulation on the nozzle began peeling off, and half it is gone. It didn't insulate the tip anyways, but it definitely shouldn't have melted and peeled off so easily and quickly. It won't sit upright on the stand, but I've never found a gun that will, when the cord comes out of the base so it can't actually sit flat on my work surface.
The off/on switch is a big pain in the butt. I won't get another gun that has one. If I shift my grip one way or the other, it hits the switch without me realizing it and and in the middle of a critical assembly step, I suddenly have no glue coming out and then I have to scrape and gouge the now-congealed glue off my product, which it bonds tightly to (on the inside of 1/2" diameter pvc pipe, and the leather) wait for it to reheat, so I lose half an hour of production time.
I use a mini gun because for certain steps of my work I have to stick the nozzle in small places and fill them with the glue to bind a wrist loop in place, inside a pvc cap, and the glue backed up from the tip (my fault, tho) and oozed out of/clogged the feed. I pull out the glue stick and carefully remove that glue with a tiny pair of needle-nose electronics pliers but it melted small bits of that soft plastic ring at the entrance to the housing/heating mechanism. Now it won't feed the glue sticks so I have to use one hand on the trigger, the other pushing the end of the glue sticks, rotate and twist the sticks, then the glue backs up for no reason, and still it won't come out of the nozzle the way it should. I don't have any problem with it leaking glue out of the tip, tho.
Heck, I've got this ancient, old mini gun I've had for about 20 years and it still works just fine, although it is a low temp gun and has slower output, but I gave it to my son's SO as she's helping me get product made and shipped. It doesn't have an on/off switch and stays on no matter how you grip or change your grip.
Don't use the long glue sticks in this gun, either. They don't feed right, so when I insert a new stick behind the almost-used up one I have to hold the new one in place and push on it as I pull the trigger repeatedly until it hits that second black ring on the body. They bend and sag and just fall out of it, over and over, until I'm swearing at it like crazy.
Don't waste your money on this cheap glue gun! Get a higher wattage one, spend a bit more money, and use the short sticks. Maybe a better gun will be okay with the longer glue sticks, but not this gun. Now I'm behind on filling customer orders, I had a deadline by ost office closing time, this gun is wasting critical work time, and Now I'm out more money, more of my time, waiting for a new gun to arrive. I should have known better, but I was trying to keep my costs down at the time I purchased this one.
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Worthless. Have been an homeowner for over 40 years and have used most every bonding material out there. This product at BEST does not work and at worst, if there really is UV attached to the light source, is a health hazzard. I bought 6 of these units and gave them out as stocking stuffers to family this past Christmas. I kept one for myself. I happen to use it to repair a pair of broken eyeglass frames, just like in the add. I followed instructions exactly. It never bonded in 5, 10 30,60, or 1000 seconds. I even cleaned off the glasses, reapplied the "glue" ( or whatever they call it) and used a light clamp to hold the frame together until the next morning. DIDN'T WORK !. Boy did I waste my money- on 6 tubes no less!!
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Excellent crochet hooks. After reading good reviews of this product, I decided to take the plunge and go for the set. I am so glad I did! This set comes in a very compact velcro-closure fabric case, and all the hooks are snugly and securely fitted into individual slots. The hooks themselves are a bit shorter than the traditional aluminum hooks I was used to, but within 10 minutes I was already comfortable with the new size, and it seemed very natural and effortless. I didn't even notice the difference anymore. They are very easy to hold, and easy to allow your hand to relax, which makes for the ability to work extended amounts of time. I found that no longer was I fighting to keep the hook turned a certain way -- i crochet in the "pencil hold" position -- and was able to just stop thinking at all about the position of the hook in my fingers. The metal hooks slide effortlessly thru the yarn, and I can work faster than I have been able to before. I am very very pleased with this set, and will reccommend this to others. Try this set, you will love it!
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Great to have around for props and costume parts. I bought this as a cheaper option than apoxie sculpt. I make many costume props. I made small test shapes of this and apoxie sculpt and flung them hard as I could to test durability. This held up almost as well as apoxie, which surprised me.
It is very easy to work with, you can wet your fingers to smooth out areas of your sculpt. It is much smoother than clays of yesteryear, which were very dry and brittle. I sculpted this directly onto an umbrella handle for Mary Poppins' parrot and it dried without cracking or shrinking apart from the handle. Not sure if there is any shrinkage...I did not notice a major difference.
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Surprisingly Good Folding Scissors. These scissors are surprisingly good, better than Singer's folding scissors which have plastic handles and fold out differently. These can be opened and closed easily even with gloves on, and they don't feel cheap. As a matter of fact, when you hold them in your hand, they have good heft to them and feel quite solid. The blades are sharp enough for most general things, including cutting fabric and different kinds of tape (haven't tested on Paracord but I imagine they'd be good enough for the task.) They're best described as good all-around scissors, not necessarily specializing in one application, but not being bad in any application either. If you're looking for small scissors that are foldable, easy to use, and cut well, then I cannot recommend these enough.
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Not easy. Im an intermediate quiller, and boy is this giving me a run for my money. This is not easy. For the base of the Wreaths, you have to fringe 18-20 small flowers and the same amount for the large ones. Thats just for one wreath. The Wreaths are small so so are the critters that go on them. I don't have a fringer and it took me forever to do it by hand and boy is it tough when you are fringing a 24 strip and you cut it too far. Glue sometimes helps getting it back together. ( sigh) These small critters are not easy either. And they use the term semi loose to describe how to form the circles ? There are instructions on the basic shapes, but do not explain what they mean by semi-loose or even have instructions on how to do some of the shapes they ask for. Thank goodness I have plenty of quilling books! So you have a hand drawn pictures to go off of ( all the characters are handrawn on the black and white instructions ) The only size they tell you is how long the strip will be. You also have to have very nimble fingers to try and put almost minuscule ribbons on the presents and such. Even with tweezers Im looking at the other critters with dread. Dont get me wrong, this is super cute, but is definitely not for beginners. Its also hard to, and Im using the presnts as examples here, Roll it to the correct size then slightly grape roll it? It has to be loose to shape it into the square its supposed to be. The paper has a super strong smell to it that hasn't faded at all. I have the kit in a big ziploc bag and can still smell it. Also, the colors ( strips) are lighter then whats shown in the picture. I suppose one could use different colored strips but I dumbly did not think of that. Also included in this are what are called narrow strips. These are smaller then the 3 mm strips. I shudder to use these as well. Ive never used them. Im hoping to get one of the Wreaths done by Christmas but Im starting to think that won't happen. If you are a beginner , this is a great way to practice your fringing ( I shouldve invested in a fringer, still might ) and how to make small objects. I just pray and hope this all comes together right!
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They are also good for cleaning pipes. There are people who favor learning by touching things. We know them as kinesthetic learners. As a trainer with years of facilitation experience, I know that participant doodles are not necessarily a sign of boredom or disengagement. Never had this become clearer than when I participated in Change Management training a couple cold months ago, and I was sitting next to three female officers who treated the multi-colored pipe cleaners on the table as their personal knitting basket stash.
Surely these officers must have been disengaged, as they furiously made words and flowers out of most of them. However, every time they were called upon, they had the correct response while never looking up. It was fascinating to watch. By the end of the third day, even the man from Holland managed to create a jalopy that looked quite impressive. They must have gone through the trainers entire stock which would have been around 300. I only made one virus that looked like it was from the movie, Outbreak. (Thats because Im a visual learner and a psychopath).
They seem to be made for training and they are now a part of my training repertoire.
Oh yes! They are also good for cleaning pipes.
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These aren't great. They're passable. These aren't great. They're passable. They'll open packages and cut out basic shapes out of paper. They're not good for fabric or precision work and tend to leave a ragged edge on delicate paper. I've used these for crafting, hacking at amazon boxes, opening food packages, and paper work so far. I would consider these utility scissors, not for delicate work.
For better all purpose scissors, consider these from Scotch. I've purchased them multiple times from Costco (I lose a lot of scissors somehow) and never been disappointed. <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Scotch-Precision-Ultra-Edge-Titanium-Scissors-8-Inch-3-Pack-1458-3AMZ/dp/B005P58CYG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Scotch Precision Ultra Edge Titanium Scissors, 8 Inch, 3-Pack (1458-3AMZ)</a>
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Gets rid of the larger paper pieces, but not the small, tightly-wedged pieces. The brush roller on this Spellbinders Craft Tool N' One does get rid of the big pieces of paper that are stuck in my dies, but doesn't do much for the small, tightly wedged pieces. For those, I still have to use a poker. My poker of choice is a corsage pin. The piercer on this tool is a bit too large to fit into some of the holes in my dies, although I'm sure it will make a good tool for cards with pierced designs.
I use this tool to make the first sweep across the paper bits still clinging to the die. The pieces that the brush can't remove I poke out with my trusty corsage pin.
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Thread rack...exactly what I needed. For wall mounting - Remove the legs, use them as horizontal cross pieces as they are long enough to span the wall studs. Screw the cross pieces horizontally and spaced vertically to allow the thread rack to be screwed to the cross pieces between the spool racks. Add four screws and ta-da! Worked very well, used all the material, added four screws. I didn't give them a five because they could improve the design for wall mounting. Either put wall hangers on the back of the vertical uprights OR space the uprights at 16" on center to allow the rack to be secured to wall studs.
I have pictures and will add them if I can figure out how. I ordered one, then found out I have quite a bit more thread than 120 so I ordered a second one! Have some room to grow now. :)
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Great on finished furniture repairs. The original 5 that came with my kit were perfect and the first box of 50 P-PNT (this item) had 33 of the 50 with defects (i.e. the finish was anything but smooth & very ragged). Believing it was just a manufacturing error, I picked up a 2nd box and all the plugs were flawless (just like the 5 that came with the original kit).
I found that it's best not to use very much glue and to dry fit the pieces first. If I used to much glue I ended up with a piece that stuck out too much and I didn't have a nice way of trimming the excess especially on finished furniture which I was repairing. Luckily I was able to remove the piece, clean out the hole and try another one with just a touch of glue and it fit like a glove.
When it came time to matching the color, I used furniture markers that came in 3 shades. I tried the lightest shade (3 coats, one at a time) and was able to match up the color fairly well. I was ready to use darker markers if needed, but wanted to try multiple coats first. It blend in fairly well and since the piece with the pocket joint is ordinarily not visible, I wasn't too concerned but it was nice to know that it could match up nicely.
I ended up using 4 pocket joints on each piece of furniture (futon ends) and left 2 holes w/o plugs so I could tighten them in the future if needed & also used the markers on the holes.
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Crisp holes and buttery cutting. Very pleased. This was a great addition to my little hobby printing studio, which includes a paper folder, a nice guillotine cutter, an electric scorer/perforator, and a coil punch/binder. More of my binding is coil than 3-ring, but I use a 3-ring binder for workbooks and handouts for workshops I host. While I've been making do with a cheap swingline 20-sheet punch for workbooks that need to go in a binder, it's not ideal, and each book takes multiple cycles to punch. This is a huge improvement. I can punch a whole workbook at once, and with less effort. Whether it's a binder of pages for a workshop (3 holes), or a single hole in a stack of index cards (half a pack or 50 cards at a time--vs. my previous hand punch, which took forever and was impossible to align) for a pocket ring booklet, or custom card stock tags (also 1 hole), this gives you an easy, buttery, reliable cut. It's smoother engaging all 3 holes, so if you're doing single-hole projects in volume, I'd set them up and knock them out 3 at a time. I'm seldom cutting more than a couple hundred tags or a dozen ring books at a go, so I just do them singly with the center, and it's almost as effortless.
I wish my coil punch had this capacity or easy of cutting; my back would thank me.
Super easy to use, nothing to learn, and an amazing confetti capacity keeps your workspace clean and minimizes stops to empty (another thing my coil punch could use).
Everything about its use is self-evident and simple; and the instructions for replacing the punches and plates are right on the base of the punch, so there's no worry about tracking down your manual when it's time to replace.
If you do a lot of 3-hole punching or single punching for smaller projects, this babe is a delight. Keep in mind that 100 sheets is a stat for cheap, thin copy paper; you get about half that with index or card stock.
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Priceless, wrapped like a gift. Wow!!!! I'm so,happy I got this little book! I think all artists , moms, poets, and songwriters should have a book like this handy. I've recently gotten back into art and have been teetering on getting back into writing. I'm happy that I got this book because it's made very nicely and won't get ruined in my purse. It's helped with a lot of stuff I've got going on emotionally by giving me an outlet, thank you I was lucky enough to get a discounted price to try this item out and let people know how it worked out for me. In no way am I obligated to rate one way or another. I rate in relevance to how the product does or does not suit me and my needs. My opinions are just that and what I feel may not be the same as someone else's views. If I am not happy with the product that will be definitely noted in my review , and I hope it helps buyers make an informed decision before spending their hard earned money . I know that when buying online ,reviews are the only thing that us as customers can rely on and I really hope that I can help .Reading reviews is what helps me make decisions when I am purchasing something online .Thank you so very much for taking the time to read my review and please feel free to ask me any questions you might have . I hope that this review has helped inform you of this product and helped you make a decision whether this product would be what you are looking for. Have a wonderful day and Happy I Hunting on your Amazon adventures
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Helps perfectly mount and display needlework. This is the first time I've used this brand of mounting board, and I'm very happy with it. Just peel the backing off the white side then center, press and smooth your (previously ironed) needlework onto the adhesive. You can unpeel and fix it if you don't get it straight the first time. Then, turn the board over and secure the edges of the needlepoint cloth to the back with packing tape or hot glue, trimming off excess cloth (anything over about an inch of cloth). Then simply insert the board into a frame and admire the finished artwork.
This board helps keep needlework stretched and secure, and gives a professional look to your project. The board can also be cut to fit smaller or odd-shaped projects. I also tape the mounting board to the mat in the frame, to make sure nothing slides or shifts over time.
This is a well-made, easy to use, must-have for anyone who frames needlework.
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I have used many heavy-duty hole punches but I like this one best. Works really well, punches through a lot of paper. I have used many heavy-duty hole punches but I like this one best. One slight annoyance: Nice that it has an adjustable stop (on the left), but I was worried that it would get bumped or gradually shift since it has no provision for clamping it in place. Solution: I carefully set it for 11 inch paper length, then flipped of the black plastic cover on the underside (the one you remove to empty "chads") and used a strip of 3inch piece of duct tape to immobilize the chrome-plated stop-slider.
PS: I have only punched about 1200 pages so far, typically 20 pages at a time, so I don't know how well it would hold up under years of heavy office use.
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Great First Set of Scissors. We bought this pair of scissors for our 2-year old who was wanted to use regular scissors for arts & crafts. Being a big fan of Melissa & Doug products we decided on this set of scissors. The fact that the scissors are completely plastic and the cutting surface is not sharp makes it great, especially if you have younger children around. The scissors do a great job of cutting through construction paper, but it will not cut through heavier paper objects like cardboard.
You get two pairs of scissors, one which cuts straight and one that cuts a zig-zag pattern. I agree with other reviewers that the zig-zag scissors are a bit tougher to use.
Overall if you are looking for a cheap, durable and safe first set of scissors then this set fits the bill perfectly.
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Great Buy, Great Selection. I was a bit skeptical of this order on account of this being roughly half the price of a standard pound of dichroic glass. I received 9 pieces of glass, 6 of which were awesome textures, great coloration, and 3 flat sheets, also great coloration. My only slight issue was that 2 of the edges on two separate pieces had very minor defects from the glass making process that made it hard to cut. This is a VERY MINOR issue that affected only two pieces but I thought I'd note it regardless. This was a great buy, especially for the price. If you get a selection of glass similar to what I received, you'll definitely be pleased. A+, especially considering the price. Note: The glass fused easily without issue in a small microwave kiln.
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Light weight and a good mixing clay. I'd give it about a 4.5 rating. No clay is absolutely perfect, but this is good.
Granted I've only used a few bags of it, I can't say in terms of consistency, but overall so far I've fond this a nice clay. With my projects I find it better to mix with other polymer air dry clays such as Lumina/ modena to make such clays easier to work with than using just by itself.
On it's on own, it I find it very similar to something like Hearty clay. Those who've used model magic may also find similarities, except this is a better clay. It cures quicker and has a bit more give when dried. As for my Hearty clay comparison, I found the two almost identical, except this one seems to be a brighter white and the other more cream colored. This one also fluoresces really intense under a black light.
Texture dried: foamy, very much like paper. Slight flexibility, but can snap if bent too far. It may or may not stand to heavy handling if made too thin. Tiny and thin pieces may break off if handled too much. It most likely won't shatter when dropped.
What I like:
- mylar sealed bag tends to help keep it fresh longer. Unless you get a really old bag, there seems to be a better chance of getting something workable straight from the bag. (if your bag turns out dry, you may be able to rehydrate by sealing it in a microwave/freezer plastic container with some wet paper towels. (storing opened bags this way is also a good idea. Refrigerating between uses can help show down or prevent any mold that may happen from the paper towels, etc.)
- easy to work with in relation to other air dry clays I've tried. Unless wet too much, it doesn't leave as much mess on my hands. Cracks can be smoothed out with a dab of water and rubbed. Or moist clay dabbed over dried clay.
- makes a great mix with Lumina or similar resin clays. ( a little goes a long way!) The mixture retains flexibility and gives a brighter, cleaner look.
- can get very thin with this clay, but watch out for handling. May work best if molded onto a backing or given some means of support/ protection.
- dries pretty fast. About 12-24 hours later and I'm ready to paint it. This is going by very thin pieces. Thicker projects take longer.
- What I don't like:
- Dried texture can feel kind of flimsy depending on project. Can risk getting scratches and small dents if handled wrongly. Sometimes it feels too light weight. That may be up to personal preference though.
- Thin pieces can get snapped fairly easily with some mishandling.
- May be hard to remove from molds if a little too soft or overworked. (usually solved by waiting until the clay has dried) This is working with mostly shallow molds. Thicker molds tend to need a few holes in them to allow air to dry the clay evenly.
- sometimes hard to pull out of the bag. Not too big of an issue if you cut the bag to reach the bottom end of the clay block.
- Not waterproof or even water resistant. Not a biggie but something to mention. You'll want to seal it off with some finish to prevent it from getting water damage when you're done. When working on the clay this can be useful for adding parts or smoothing.
Basic tips for use:
- store in a plastic freezer type container with moist to wet paper towels between uses.
- add water sparingly to the clay when working with it. Too much makes this a sticky slimy mess.
- to join pieces add a little water to the area before merging pieces. This applies to the clay even before it's dried.
- dried clay can be smoothed out and reworked some degree by rubbing water on it.
- Because it is light weight and semi breakable, you may want to start with a foil base and add the clay onto it for larger projects.
I hope I helped some. This review is based on my personal experience and what types of projects I've used this clay for. Hopefully knowing some of these things can help you find what may work for your project.
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Great ribbon for tree garland. So pleased with this purchase of the Floracraft 6 inch decorative mesh ribbon. I was looking for a nice reflective ribbon to go with the other 2 shades of Christmas ribbon I already had for my tree....I chose cream, chocolate brown , and antique gold. They coordinate very nicely together. After wrapping my tree(2 rolls worked perfectly for my 7 1/2 foot tree),the result was beautiful! My tree Christmas bulbs are a range of brown, orange, cream, gold, and red. The lights on my tree play nicely off the ribbon, and I would not hesitate to recommend this ribbon. Was very easy to wrap my tree, no trouble at all. Next year will try my hand at wreath making, Merry Christmas!!!
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DOES THE JOB. NO MORE SEWING
Beacon Fabri-Tak does an excellent job of bonding fabrics, without soaking through. For guys, its a Godsend---no more stapling torn pants pockets or hemming pant-legs with duck-tape. I've used Fabri-Tak to hem pants, to apply patches to holes in work-clothes, to apply uniform patches, even to make up straps and belts with webbing and plastic buckles. For repair patches, it works better than iron-on patches. The only real major limit is seams which come under alot of stress, such as pants inseams (i.e., crotches) (including zippers), or children's play clothes.
TACKING
Another use is to make difficult sewing jobs easier. For example, you can "tack" material together for a rough fitting, adjust to a tighter fit, and then sew the seams. Or you can assemble a garment with Fabri-Tac, and then sew it easier (i.e., with simple stitches rather than multiple rows or complicated stitches).
FOR COSTUMES
Although no other reviewers mention it, Fabri-Tac is ideal for assembling costumes which will only be worn a few hours and probably never be washed.
FOR UNIFORM OR DECORATIVE PATCHES
1) Mark the target area. I suggest using a soft pencil (or water soluble felt-tip marker) to mark underneath the edges of the patches (where the marks won't show) For round patches, mark the orientation, i.e., the exact top and/or exact bottom. Do NOT wash the garment immediately after applying patches.
2) Apply a light bead of glue 3/16 to 1/4" from the edge around the circumference, and then thin parallel lines about 3/8" apart across the interior which corresponding to embroidered parts of the patch. Some patches are virtually completely filled with embroidery, some aren't---do NOT apply Fabri-Tak to large (> 3/8" in diameter)unbroidered areas, or the patch may "pucker".
3) Align and press hard enough to spread out the glue. Place a heavy object (such as a brick or several thick books) on top of the patch (and underneath if you need to make a flat surface), and leave it for an hour. If you do this alot, then squares of thin plywood the size of the patches (on the top and bottom) and spring clamps will do the trick and allow you to apply several patches at a time.
WARNING--patches applied this way may be impossible to remove after a week---if the patches are temporary, don't be so diligent, a light bead around the circumference is enough, or better yet, sew temporary patches on.
TIP ON USE
It REALLY dries fast. Maybe after a minute you can still tack things together temporarily, but you won't have a permanent bond. If you want a permanent bond, apply to a small section and quickly press the fabric pieces together, and hold for at least 5 seconds, before moving on to the next section. If you can, clamp the section behind you as you go--clothespins will usually do, but spring clamps with flat pivitong jaws are better--<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Denali-14-Piece-Spring-Clamp-Assortment/dp/B000NDLOHM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Denali 14-Piece Spring Clamp Assortment</a>. Press the fabric pretty hard--that gets the glue into the fibers. When you are done, go back and press the fabric together again.
GENERAL PRINCIPALS OF GLUING ANYTHING WITH ANY GLUE
1) The strength of the bond is proportional to the area. That means, spread the glue uniformly over the whole surface.
2) Although counter-intuitive, the THINNER the layer of glue the stronger the bond. Especially with other types of glues, it often helps to use a spatula (such as an old plastic credit card) or popsicle stick to spread a then uniform layer of glue. With Fabri-Tac and some other glues/situations, you can apply a thin bead, and then squeeze it out into a thin uniform layer by pressing or clamping the peices together. Light clamping, or using weights for the same purpose, until the glue sets improves any gluing job.
3) Regardless of the instructions, all glues take days, even weeks, to reach full strength. So, it is best to set aside garments repaired with Fabri-Tac in a warm ventilated place for a couple of days before use---and NEVER wash garments immediately after repairing them.
THIN ON THIN
Applying thin fabric (such as ribbon, or a large area of thin felt), especially on thin fabric is a challenge. Mark the target (see above). Cut the ribbon to its final length. Then work fast. Apply the glue to the full length of the ribbon. Apply the ribbon to the target. Place a thick piece of paper over the ribbon and burnish. That means to rub hard. It is best to burnish in two or more stages, 1) quickly to get the whole ribbon burnished down, 2) repeat slower, and 3) repeat even slower. A small pastry roller is good for the first stage--but you can use your fingers or a spatula (don't forget the paper). For the last stage, an old thick credit card works well---push hard with the edge, bending the card, but keep it moving, in multiple short strokes(don't forget the paper). For items which will not be washed glue sticks will probably work better <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Avery-Glue-Stic-0-26-oz-Pack-of-6-98095/dp/B002B55RGY/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Avery Glue Stic, 0.26 oz, Pack of 6, (98095)</a>. For the most difficult projects, use spray glue.
PREVENTING LEAKING AND THICKENING
My experience is that the bottle inevitably falls over on its side, and leaks. Tightening the cap doesn't seem to help. The same problem causes the glue to thicken over time. The simple solution to this to store the bottle in a tall glass bottle. A 6 1/2" tall olive jar is perfect.
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Good Looms For Price Point. I really liked these looms. I read such bad reviews because of the hooks at the top of the pegs. People complained that the pegs were loose. First of all, the pegs are also loose on other brands. I DO NOT GLUE my pegs in at all. But you can use super glue if it bothers you. I never have a peg come loose while knitting or break. The key is not to wrap the yarn too tight. The hooks at the top of the pegs comes in handy when I am e-wrapping the pegs. I can easily push down my yarn. Once in awhile I use the pick to push the yarn down.
I really like the fact that the looms open up to make a long rake. When knitting a panel this is very handy. The only reason I did not give this review 5 stars is because on two of the looms there is a problem getting in the holding peg when they are extended. The mold was off. But what I did was use a golf tee and put it in the hole through the bottom to hold the loom open. It also makes it easier to wrap the yarn around the middle pegs.
I find that for the price, these are good looms. Just keep your yarn lose enough to easily slide over the pegs.
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Goes on pretty evenly, doesn't smudge. I don't really have any basis for comparison, but I bought the white cream makeup for a Halloween sugar skull costume and I wasn't disappointed. Applied with a sponge, it goes on pretty evenly and stays on all night. If you look at it super close up under bright lights it's not perfectly even, but under ordinary conditions it looks great. It did start to dry and flake a bit by the end of the night but it still looked good, even where I had applied it to my lips. It did make my skin (especially my lips) feel CRAZY DRY, but that's to be expected when you're wearing a thick layer of cream makeup. It came off pretty easily when I washed my face. The 1oz tube was enough to do my face maybe 7 or 8 times, more than sufficient for the Halloween season. And this stuff was way cheaper than the top-of-the-line brand. Would buy again.
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Great for anyone wanting to sculpt. I always used to use oven bake sculpey, but it tended to crack at the points where the thinner parts met the thicker parts due to how fast they cooled. I wanted to find something that wouldn't do that and still be very strong. I found it. I bought 1 lb of this to try it out. My first experience with it wasn't the greatest... It was either too sticky or was hardening. I couldn't get it to do what I wanted. So I looked up how to use it.... Or how other model horse sculptors used it. The trick was water. Keeps it from sticking, and keeps it moist longer so that the work time is extended. Makes blending easier. So.... When my first pound was almost gone, I went back to Amazon to buy some more. Doing the math.... I suck at math, but hey, I still figured out that I'd save about $35 or so if I bought the big 4 lb tub/s. I'm looking forward to seeing what I can create with this purchase. :)
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Deco Foil Transfer missing sheets of foil. Only had 4 rather than 5. The reason that I gave this product only 3 stars, is not because of the quality of the foil. The quality is fantastic, and I have made some wonderful craft projects with this product and am really happy with the results. My problem is that I was short sheets of deco foil in 3 of the tubes that I bought. In several of them, and I bought quite a few different colors at once, but I only had 4 sheets. I know they stick together but these definitely were missing sheets. So, I am feeling kind of slighted and unfortunately there isn't anything that I can do about it. I can't send them back because I have used the sheets that I did receive. So just be aware that it has happened.
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Good Product. Good Price. I chose these 10mm RUBYCA flat studs as rivet replacements for a leather upholstery restoration project where two 4mm-thick straps needed joining. These screw-back studs worked very well for this function. The flat surface on the 10mm diameter head is not a mirror-finish chrome but more like polished nickel. The head is 1mm thick and the top edge is slightly chamfered. The 8mm diameter Phillips head screw rear fastener is a shallow 1.5mm high dome in mirror-finish chrome. The center post is 7mm tall and 4mm outer diameter. The machine screw threads are fine pitch and easily cross-thread so care is necessary during installation (thus the one-star deduction). All things considered a good, solid product at a good price. Well worth it for my purposes. Would buy again.
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Finally I Can Cut Tape Easily. I have broken a few pairs of scissors cutting duct tape and packing tape and I wondered if there was a pair of scissors that we could use in our workshop that can cut through sticky things without breaking. When I received a sample of Westcott Titanium Bonded 8 Inch Non Stick Straight Handle Scissors and tried them out, I found that there is such a thing. They are a great general purpose scissor and they can cut duct tape, electrical tape, and packing tape without getting stuck or gummed up. The non-stick blades are easy to wipe clean (carefully, they are sharp) so you can prevent tape residue from building up over time.
These scissors are comfortable, thanks to the soft grip handles. They work well for ordinary things like cutting paper, lightweight cardboard, and string. As I mentioned before, the true test (in my opinion) for these scissors was whether they could cut various types of tape that had caused other types of general purpose scissors to break. These scissors do everything that I need them to do, they cut smoothly, and they are easy to use. They feel very durable and I look forward to using them for years.
I would recommend these scissors to anyone who needs some durable scissors that can cut various kinds of tape or anyone who does a lot of packing and mailing and cuts a lot of packing tape.
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Good starter kit for the money. This kit is nice because for the price you get everything you need to being candle making. I tried the wax and scents with containers and wicks other than what came with the kit, and the candles had absolutely no smell when burning. I think it is because the containers I was using were to large and the wicks too small...I will try with the tins and wicks provided in the kit and update the review if needed.. The kit only comes with 1oz of fragrance per fragrance. The instructions are 1oz to 1lb wax..but in my experience 1.5oz is better.. but overall for someone interested in learning and not spending a lot, this kit is a good buy.
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Itchy and Floppy. They were not comfortable at all. They bunched up and made me feel like I had a huge diaper on. I use a menstrual cup, so all I wanted was a backup but this was too much material. They wouldn't stay in place because the pad only has the two buttons and basically flopped around back and forth and twirled around my underwear. (I thought it wouldn't be a big deal that it didn't have adhesive to cling to the underwear but I was wrong!) I'm used to always infiniti, these did not work for me. I only wore these for maybe 5 minutes and hated it the whole time. Gave an extra star because it looks exactly like the picture and the design looks nice.
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Wonderful. Having never dabbled in origami before, I was looking for the biggest bang for my buck, plus a product that is made here in the USA. When this arrived, I was immediately impressed with the quality, as well as the colors. 500 glorious sheets of bright, beautiful colors (although let's face it, brown and grey don't have much going for them!). I made close to 100 cranes in a three day period, so clearly I've become a bit obsessed. Even better, I'm an art teacher at a Boys and Girls club, and many of my students want to know how to make origami as well! I will be ordering another pack or two soon, since my kids are chomping at the bit to make their own cranes.
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They don't tweak while cutting several layers. Scissors are fine, but I live near the ocean and we had rainy days so the edge was rusting within few days after opening the package I used WD-40, the marks turned into dark gray instead of brown and it stopped the rust. Mine were very tight and made cutting difficult but I released the pivot screw just a little and put oil and they feel much better.
It's true they feel heavy but I got used to it, First I thought I had no control as with my cheaper scissors but I got used to it too.
Overall they cut very well and they don't tweak not a little bit while cutting several layers of fabric. The good thing about these scissors is that they remain sharp for many years if you use them properly. I have not use them for so long, I just bought them 1 month ago but I trust the other reviewers, now amazon has them for $22 or 23 I paid more than that so I recommend you to buy them before the price increase!
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Smoky Smell Reduced After Melting. These beeswax pastilles smelled like putrid smoke. I aired them in an open bowl for a few weeks, it seemed to help a little, but not much. I had planned on using the pastilles to make candles. I am giving them three stars instead of one, because when I melted the beeswax, the rotten smoked smell dissipated quite dramatically and I could finally smell the natural beeswax scent coming through. When I mixed palm shortening and palmarosa essential oil in with the beeswax, the odor became undetectable, and the final result was really lovely candles. I would never use this for any kind of homemade beauty product, or even for beeswax only candles, and I plan on searching for other beeswax that smells like beeswax when I receive it, but if you are making candles, I think this would be fine.
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The Leather Texture is Nice, but It Peels Off Like an Extra-Strength Post-It Note. The leather texture is nice, but as another buyer mentioned the adhesive is not strong enough. I bought a couple of rolls in black and white for a project I am working on, and I cut out the pieces with a precision laser. Cutting white sheets with the laser resulted in slight discoloration around the edges, and I couldn't correct it by using different settings. The adhesive keeps the pieces down on the surface, but they are easy to peel back off. This is OK if people don't touch the surface regularly, and it makes it easier to position things during application. However, it is not a good idea to apply this leather to something you sit on or an item that is handled regularly unless you add stronger glue.
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Waste of money, it broke a brand new cord in 6 months. I bought the product in the end of February when I was purchasing a new cord for my cellphone, they got here at the same time and that was great. However over timeI started to notice the charger wasn't working as well anymore and that the sugru was moving down the cord and was no longer covering as high up as it had been. I finally peeled off the pink sugru and underneath the cord had broken, now maybe I am wrong but I expected sugru to protect a brand new cord and keep it unharmed for more than six months? I know I've had other cords last longer without sugru and am very disappointed and underwhelmed with the product. If I were you I wouldn't waste the money
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Decent. I use construction paper to matte frames. The item came well packaged and there are no rips. I paid a little over ~$7 for 300 sheets which is not a bad price. The color are nice and vibrant (not faded like some) and the paper does not shred easily, which would be a sign of cheap paper.
This paper is however really really light. I was shocked at how light it was when I picked up the whole stack. I wish the paper was heavier, at least a bit heavier. It doesn't make too much of a different in how I use it but I'm not sure how well it would hold up for craft projects.
The thing that really bothers me though is the color distribution. I have NO IDEA how the company figures they divided it up based on popularity. When people buy construction paper they do not buy it for white....? So I don't know why there is far more white than any other color. I also don't understand how black is considered "not popular" and you receive the least amount of it when it's used for gel pens, glow pens, etc. It seems you should get much more of the black color.
Other than the color distribution and weight I am pleased.
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Takes a bit of practice at first, but works great. You know how instruction books come full of the same instructions in different languages? I like that this came with separate instruction pamphlets for English, Spanish, and (I assume) French so I can throw out the instructions I can't use. Unfortunately, I misplaced the English instructions when I took them out to read. I found a great instructional video on Youtube, "Frame Border Punch How To from Martha Stewart Crafts" at youtu.be/L8uRfuBWeBc. It covers the step-by-step instructions in a visual manner and was all I needed to understand how to use the punch. (It's not the same video as is on the Amazon page.)
The design is 1" across, so your paper/card needs to be sized in 1" increments for the design to look good. The "flower box" under the two flowers is actually the cutting space and is part of the piece that is removed. The idea is to have the tip of the "flower box" touching another tip when you punch so that the paper will cleanly fall free when the window or border is finished.
You can make a window or a border or both. The punch plate is easily flipped to make one or the other. If you want both, you need to do the window first. You align the paper/card following the instructions, place the top part of the punch as instructed, and use both hands to push down on the punch (which is held in place by magnets). It's a very easy and smooth operation once you get the hang of it. Lift top punch, reposition paper, put top on, push, repeat. There are grips on the bottom part to hold it in place, and the magnets hold everything in place on the punch while punching. I messed up some on my first practice card, but I've not had any mistakes since then. It makes a charming design.
They have a chart for making 3"x5", 4"x6", and 5"x7" mat frames for photos, but you can make your own sizes once you understand how it works. The smallest starting size is 3" x 3" and you work in full inch sizes (not 3.5" but 3" or 4"). You can make mats for frames from 1/2" wide to 3" wide. The punch itself is sharp and easy to use on card stock as long as you are standing and pushing down using your weight (as the video shows). It's harder if you try it sitting down.
This punch makes nice flower borders for cards and frames. As I love making homemade cards, I'm sure I'll use this a lot.
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Smooth, safe, and washes off easily. I purchased the best/most expensive kit I could find in my local craft store last year and ended up discarding it after a few uses (to my kids' disappointment) after not being able to find any assurances that it didn't contain heavy metals. In fact, I have no idea what was in it. It was also crazy difficult to wash off, and my oldest has sensitive skin that doesn't respond well to vigorous scrubbing.
I am so happy with Blue Squid face paints so far. They're smooth. They're vivid if I don't use too much water, and they wipe right off with a wet washcloth. They're clearly not going to survive a full day of running around and sweating outside, but that's ok! Neither does my (much more expensive than this face paint) makeup. Awesome product!
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Virtually anything; actually nothing. As of this writing, I have found precisely 0 applications in which this product fixes or mends.
5 Second Fix Liquid Plastic Welding Kit is possibly a decent tool for crafts, but hardly a fix or mend product. One thing to keep in mind from the start is the fact that in order for something to be repaired, the fixative must be inside a crack. How, exactly, is the UV light going to cure the application anywhere except around the edges where the product seeps out.
As a "mister Wizard" type science project to show to your kids, It's really quite amazing to watch the UV light cure the cement in about 5 seconds. However, there's a huge difference between solidifying and adhering.
So far, I haven't found anything except possibly paper the this stuff actually sticks to for any length of time.
You'd be best to think of this as hot glue that cures very quickly and allows precise application. The only difference being that hot glue can actually hold things together. 5 Second Fix merely adds a ring of goo around the edges of a repair. The repair itself will re-break immediately upon application of any stress and the remaining ring of goo can be easily plucked off to allow for a clean surface in case you want to make an evening hobby of continued attempts to "fix or mend virtually anything".
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I will gladly recommend this unit as being better than other unit in . I received my. a TruArt 110v=60w Dual pen Professional Woodburning/Detailer Kit from SMS Neighbors LLC on Thursday morning last week, one day ahead of the two day schedule. The unit was well packed and seems well build. It included all the items shown in the sales web page; the main unit with two" pen holders", two burner tips with two nibs, twenty additional assorted nibs in a plastic container and two sponges for the pen holders. The unit is not the typical metal box with screw in connector but a heavy plastic box with push/screw on connectors for the two heavy duty pens. the response of the unit is quick and burning temperature is reached rather quickly with a display of voltage output that can be correlated to temperature. I have found that a dial set at less than 12 o'clock delivers sufficient heat for most burning. I will gladly recommend this unit as being better than other unit in the market for the same price.
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Love these paints!! Will purchase again. When I first bought these paints I didn't have high hopes. I thought they were going to be a cheap knockoff of snazaroo. You know, horrible coverage and cracking/peeling when it dries. They are NOT! They are exactly the same but less expensive and comes with more paint, more colors, better brushes, better glitter, and sticker stencils!! If you've never used paints like these, a couple drops of water is all it takes to create enough paint for small tattoos. Doing a lot of painting? Add a little more water and mix well. If you don't use it all just leave the paints sit out to dry and add water next time you want to have face painting fun! The stickers are not crappy paper that will rip after the first use. They are very durable and very sticky. After I used them on my daughter I stuck them back on the paper they came on so we could use them again. I don't know how many applications the adhesive will last for but after 3, they are still very sticky. The adhesive is very strong. My 7 year old said it felt like a bandaid the first time we took it off. It losses a little stickiness after the first couple applications but but still works great. With that being said, I would not suggest using the stickers for the first time on a younger child, wait until they've been used a couple times and/or avoid the face and other delicate areas.
These are great for Halloween, parties, sporting events, and more! Every time my daughter asks to put on makeup I suggest painting her face up and doing tattoos instead and she excitedly agrees!
I received this item at a discounted price in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. The seller did not persuade or influence my opinion in any way. My review is genuine and even at full price these paints are still a better value and quality than the competetor's. :)
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It is great for detail work. I love this little gun for detail work. It works great for my paper roses & I don't see the glue peaking out anywhere. You can lay a very small bead of hot glue with the tip on this gun, which is wonderful when you are working with smaller laces. The tip is not interchangeable, so I do have 2 Surebonder glue guns. This one & the bigger Surebonder PRO2-100 . Both have a place in my craft room. Because this gun is so lightweight, it does tip easily. My suggestion is to buy a glue gun holder for it.
This glue gun will leak if you do NOT use surebonder glue sticks. I don't know why. You would think they would all be the same, but they are not. I used ad tech at first because it is just what I had in my stash for the mini glue sticks. They did not work at all. All leaking stop though
as soon as I put a surebonder glue stick in & it had time to reach the tip & settle in.
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Very nice all purpose household scissors. This is definitely a step up from a pair of cheap scissors, so if you've ever been frustrated with whatever's currently in your kitchen drawer, these would likely be a step up. They cut well, feel good, seem reasonably well constructed, and... well... they just work. I expect them to last a while, and handle just about anything I throw at them. Still... while good all-purpose scissors, these won't replace your favorite <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Gingher/dp/B000UU6SR4/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Gingher</a> or <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Kai/dp/B004MN72VG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Kai</a> shears for dedicated fabric and sewing purposes. Those are nicer. These are the scissors that handle everything else (and get used by everyone else) so those can remain dedicated to fabric only.
The printed ruler is gimmicky. Not terribly useful. The black 'nonstick' coating seems functional though, and should help avoid gummy residue buildup common to these types of scissors. Plus, they're black. They just look cool.
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This tool is nicely made - smooth wood with varnish finish. This tool is nicely made - smooth wood with varnish finish. The handle has a flat top striking surface. The blade is short enough to keep it stiff so some prying can be done without bending. A firm tap on the handle will penetrate 3 layers of 10 oz full grain, veg. tanned, leather. The hole made by this tool is more like a slit that is approximately 2.5mm by 1mm in shape. Position of the blade is important when punching holes for stitching. This is not an awl where position is not a factor. When making stitch holes in multiple layers of 10oz leather I have found the best tool to be a smooth nail with the head cut off and used as a drill in a drill press. This makes small round holes that stay open, are precisely positioned, are quick to make, and require almost no pressure. The Osborne stitching awl is great for small lacing projects or for stitching with thin leather.
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Doesn't stick as expected. This was my first experience with washi tape. I purchased them to use to add some decorative edges in my office cubicle. This product was highly rated and Pinterest had provided tons of ideas. The colors and designs are very pretty. I only wish I had read more reviews, particularly the 2 and 3 star ones, prior to purchasing. I was surprised the tape transparent but it wasn't a big deal. The disappointment came when I discovered that the tape did not stick well. I put some tape along the edge of my filing cabinet drawers and it peeled off in about 10 minutes. Even after repeated attempts at securing it down, it kept peeling off. I also placed it on some plastic magnetic clips and it peeled off the plastic, too. After seeing all of the uses for washi tape, I really expected it to stick to surfaces. I now have 12 rolls of this tape, most of them used, that are worthless to me.
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What a time saver. I purchased these scissors because when my husband cooks, he likes to use a ton of veggies and herbs, and it really takes forever to try to cut and slice the herbs as small as you need them. These have turned out to be quite the time saver! The 5 blades work very well to cut the herbs into smaller pieces, a process that has previously taken us way too long to do.
We have used the so far with cilantro and with green onions. Both of these cut with ease which is really nice.
The scissors seem to be very well made. The blades feel strong, and the handle doesn't feel cheap. They fit nicely in your hand for both right and left handed cooks. (My husband is left handed and he didn't have any trouble that I know of using these!)
Even though the herbs were wet, they only stuck a little bit to the blades, and everything else we were able to clean out very easily. The "comb" that came with it really helps get all of the extras out of the blades. These are very easy to clean as well!
All in all, we are very excited and very happy with this purchase. I will update my review if I find that any issues with the positives I listed above.
I received this item at a discounted rate for my honest and unbiased review. I was not required to leave a positive review in exchange for the discount. All statements above are my own opinion.
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These cute little face paints are fun for any party. <div id="video-block-R28PKSRX8S804L" 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/B1TyGhqSRdS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/A1nU7c0IyJS.png" class="video-slate-img-url"> These cute little face paints are fun for any party, get together, or even if you are stuck inside on a rainy day and want something fun to do. They come in five fun colors. The colors included are: Red, Blue, Green, Gray and Yellow. They all screw into each other and make it very easy to be able to keep them all together and not loose them. They also come with two cotton tipped applicators that make it easy for applying it to your face. I also love that fact that its very easy to remove you only need soap and water and it come right off. I would defiantly recommend this for and ones special occasion. I purchased this product at a discounted rate to do an honest review.
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Every single bag was defective. So disappointed. The product itself is fine, but every single one of them had a perfect circle punched through them, right in the middle. So the entire point of my using them was to keep my drawings and paintings safe and not get dirty and they don't even serve that purpose because of this hole in every single one of them. I'll have to purchase something else and throw these in the trash. It's almost as if they were hole punched. Honestly, I could understand if a few of these defective ones made it into the package by accident, but for someone to miss that this ENTIRE package of defective bags is simply uncalled for. I will not purchase from this company again. Photo attached shows the hole in one of the bags.
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G R E A T adhesive. Couldn't really understand what the deal would be with this glue... Christy Tomlinson raves about it so I bought a bottle. Mow that I've discovered it, I use it a LOT.
It's clear when it dries, and UNLIKE stupid ModPodge, it dries completely matte. No shine means you don't have to look at your brush strokes of glue. I'm all for seeing texture in the paint and underlayers but I don't want to see it in the adhesive so this Collage Pauge makes me very happy.
Also, the other thing I really like is the applicator cap. The pop-up nozzle is much better than having to stick my brush into a big pot of Golden or Liquitex gel medium. Here you don't have to use a brush (and thus, no cleaning); I just squirt glue on the page and smoosh it around with my finger.
Now all I need is to be able to create art like Traci and I'll be all set! :)
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Best stuff on the market for amateur and professionals alike. Despite its color getting on things, the clay performs beautifully. It should be kept in a zip lock bag when not being used and only the piece being used should come out f the bag. All clays dry when exposed to air. That what clay does. If one buys air dried clay, that should be common sense. The product also comes in the neater to use white shade but it lacks character and depth from my view. One might matinee that all people working with clay would Se an apron, old clothing, a properly draped table surface and keep a damp towel handy as well as a mini spray bottle to mist the clay if necessary. This was my first time using this clay product. I urchased a kilo from a craft store and just ordered five more kilos. Three in terra cotta and to in white. I'd like to see what mixing the two colors will produce for me. In the meantime, using simple press molds, I created several pins and these two bowls. Good luck with this product! And if the color annoys you, use unpowered rubber gloves. And remember: the remarkable feature f this clay is that t does not require baking of any kind to harden the clay.
https://www.etsy.com/people/Elskabar
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Good quality, unsure of heat tolerance. This mold arrived in great condition, and it appears to be exactly what I needed for my resin and polymer clay projects. My only concern is that nowhere on the packaging does it specify what temperatures it is safe for. I looked all over the product description as well, but there is no mention of using it for anything other than the Mod Podge melts. I saw one answered question about using it in a 275 degree oven with no issues, but it would be nice if the manufacturer would plainly state what it can handle. I know it is made of silicone, but I don't know enough about the types of silicone to assume this would not burn up. Otherwise, great option for small projects.
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Good size, lightweight, clasp is cheap and not aligned properly. I ordered this unfinished wooden box to decorate and use as something to hold little pieces of jewelry. The box is a nice size and lightweight, the surface is smooth and had no splintered pieces.
The front has a little metal clasp that unfortunately is aligned wrong and is hard to open and close. I bent it very badly trying to get it open because the metal is extremely thin and poor quality. The back has two thin metal hinges that open and close fine but the screws holding in the hinges are screwed in crooked. There is also a crack on the inside of the box but to be fair I have no idea if it was shipped that way or it happened here somehow. I just noticed it as I was taking a picture of it.
I painted this box and added decorative pearls so it looks great but I will have to replace the clasp in the front because it's useless.
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It does the job. Used it for 200 wine bottles. I bought this a few years ago for my wedding decorations and managed to cut almost 200 wine bottles. The thing about cutting bottles is that not all bottles are the same. some are far thicker than others so they won't separate, and others just won't separate at all. Reasons unknown. Because of this, it's hard to blame the cutter when it doesn't go right. So I rated it on ease of use, hence the 4 stars.
Thoughts:
Use the cutter on its side, with the bottle horizontal to the counter. It makes it much easier to control the cut. You can lay the cutter on the counter and turn the bottle to complete the circle cut.
I think it was a little hard to get started and even control. I'm sure there are easier glass cutters to operate than this one but it does do the job.
Look online for easier ways to separate the bottles. The hot to cold can sometimes take a while and I know I've seen others have found more consistent ways to get a clean break. Mine didn't always break clean. Even with that, the wedding decorator we hired last minute asked if she could keep them. So we'll worth it!
If you are planning on using these wine bottles to hold candles, plan on electric. Because of the lack of airflow candles won't stay lit. I put 3 drops of glue on the bottom to help, but it isn't the prettiest loo.
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This swift works fine and the price is great. This swift works fine and the price is great. I may need to buy another one because my child is always wanting to play with mine.
Editing to add that the clamp will leave marks on your table, put a rag or something between the table and the clamp before tightening. Another reviewer said the "hooks" or loops catch on the yarn - I recently learned to adjust the height of it by using the screw on the side of the base. If the swift is rotating at about the same height as the winder, it won't catch. However I do still tension the yarn between my fingers, otherwise it really won't work. If there is any momentary looseness your yarn WILL get caught in the gears below your winder and you will end up cutting it. Of course this comment really belongs on the winder reviews, not the swift!
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Flexcut Carver set. The blades are good quality, very sharp, and the little "boot" project and included video let you watch the technique and pick up on some safety things.
I wish the kit (with instructional DVD) could have been purchased with permanent handles rather than one handle that must be used on all tools. Pulling the blades out and replacing them is a bit of a nuisance and probably a good chance to hurt yourself. The DVD says additional handles are available for $10 each, so I may go look for that. As a beginner, I had to choose whether I wanted knives with handles or the DVD. If you don't need the DVD, get a set with permanent handles. That is the one-star deduction.
Still, good set. You will want the Flexcut Slipstrop to keep it honed, since even the first project can dull the knives noticeably and make carving a little more difficult. May as well get it when you order. It works great.
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Poor shipping method. Metal stamps do not belong in a Priority Mail envelope but rather a sturdy box. Upon receipt of these stamps in an envelope, both the stamps and box had to be placed in a plastic envelope by the post office because the envelope could not handle the weight of the stamps. Next the postal department put the original shipping envelope in a bag so the address could be seen. The plastic box for the stamps is cracked on two sides and now after putting all the stamps back in order as they must have fallen all over the place, I find I am missing the number 8. I only have 35 metal stamps. Please, save this from happening in the future to some one else and use a box to send these stamps. It does not cost that much more, (if at all) for a small Priority Mail box which can be picked up at any post office for free. I also suggest taping the plastic box with tape.
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Quite Nice. This product is quite nice. Does what you except, can burn, shape, cut all different kinds of materials; plastics, styrofoam, wood.
This product heats up really really quick.. So make sure you don't just set it down and go do something in the meantime. It took, 5 minutes maybe for it to get to the point of where I could constantly burn into the wood without issue.
Only downfall that I saw is that the packaging of the item and the instructions don't give a clear idea of what each tool tip does. They are in their own little compartments which then has descriptions next to them; however, if you don't keep the product in it's packaging after each use, you will have no idea (unless memorized) as to what each tip does..
Overall it's been a good product for what I've used it for so far.
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Interesting and Different Craft. This craft of quilling is very interesting and one about which I'll bet few people know. I purchased the "Five Angels Christmas Tree Ornaments" for a friend as it seemed that one got the most for one's money with that one and everyone seems to be interested in Christmas ornaments. I didn't realize that you need to purchase tools to go along with the kit and it is still unclear to me what tools you need to purchase. I would probably need to call the manufacturer to find out. They have a website on which are videos of how to do things. The one on view (they change) at the time seemed to go only so far and then it stopped without the information one might need. Anyway, I'll let my friend find out what tools are needed and then I'll purchase them for her. However, I hate to give an incomplete gift to any one (e.g., if I give a framed picture, I always include the hanging hook and nail).
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Repurposed for woodworking use and they work pretty good. Thicker than some brands, nearly 1/8th inch. I think they are meant for use with a Fiskars tool for crafts, but I needed something to use with my router and a guide for cutting various size and shape holes in plywood, and woodworking templates are silly expensive for a one time operation. These worked great as long as one is careful not to jump the router guide out of the template (woodworking templates are 1/4" thick). I bought some other plastic drafting templates of another brand, which were thinner, and the printed registration marks were misaligned, where these Fiskars have the grid molded in and seem to be right on the mark.
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Love the handles. I have a similar sized pair of stainless steel scissors by Henckels that came in a set. They are heavier than the Scotch and do not have the super sweet grips. After trying these, I am likely to *never* use a pair of scissors that doesn't have the rubbery ergonomic grip that these do.
Having said that, my main use for a pair of scissors this size would be for cutting paper - scrapbooking and the like. I haven't given them much of a workout beyond that because I wouldn't normally use them in any other way. The blade profile looks thinner than the Henckels and to some degree, I'm not sure that I would entrust the Scotch to cut anything like leather, though they do claim to be able to be used on fabric, paper and photos. Totally sweet that you can adjust the center screw in case they get loose over time.
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Terrible... Did not work for my sofa. I see 3 major issues:
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Issue # 1: (Amazon Recommendation
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I purchased it because it was Amazon recommended product. (And it was a terrible mistake).
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Issue # 2: (Pricing Policy)
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It cost me $18.97. But just after 20 days, the price has been reduced to $12.99 !!! (I really feel ripped off)
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Issue # 3: (Product Performance)
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I used it to fill a small crack (around 1 cm) in the arm rest of my sofa. The finish looked OKAY (it does not blend completely with the sofa color however hard you try to match the color and I think that's fine).
But after a week, the crack appeared in the adhesive itself. I don't think this is suitable for patch work where there is stress - strain in the area being patched.
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What Am I Missing Here. I ordered this frame as a wedding gift. I just received it and opened the box to make sure it was intact. I'm glad I did. The frame is beautiful and very heavy. However, there are 4 little plastic hooks that are supposed to hold the backing on the frame and absolutely no way to secure them to the frame! This is a table frame. The backing does not sit flush with the frame, as most do. The only way I can imagine securing these plastic thingies on this frame is with super glue, and you shouldn't be running into these types of issues with this type of frame. For this reason, I am returning it since there seems to be no way to contact the manufacturer for assistance.
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