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Perfect set for a beginner to experienced wood burner. I bought this as a Christmas present for my husband. He has had a wonderful time playing with the wood burning tool and tips. He has been learning a lot about applying pressure and which tips should be used. This has been a perfect set for a newbie to wood burning. He has appreciated the follow up videos and emails with suggestions to make the use of the tool easier. <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/STAGE-1-Wood-and-Leather-Pyrography-Pen-Best-Woodburning-and-Leather-Crafts-Tool-Kit-Comes-with-21-Different-Tips-Dual-Power-Mode-30W-and-15W-Gourd/dp/B01945KAOC/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">(STAGE 1) Wood and Leather Pyrography Pen - Best Woodburning and Leather Crafts Tool Kit - Comes with 21 Different Tips - Dual Power Mode - 30W and 15W, Gourd</a>
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Works on my Nixon, Invicta, Diesel, etc. Finally...I was having a nightmare of a time with my previous watch toolkit that had a small watch case opener. Returned it and ordered this one. I don't know what the difference is as most of the "XL Watch Case Openers" seem similar or from the same company, but I went with this honestly cuz it was a few dollars more and I was hoping that meant a bit more quality. Well, it's done the job so far on three of my watches, including my large 55mm Diesel which has the most poorly designed, most shallow indents for the case opener, but it still managed. Love this item. Hopefully it serves me w/o breaking for a long time.
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Very good, very strong high temperature glue, All hot glue is not the same, read on. Very good glue, but be careful if you have a common glue gun that is not at least 100 watts. This glue is a high temperature glue, and while you can melt it with lower temperature guns, it will not get hot enough to do its best. I used this glue with a SureBonder pro2-100, 100 watt gun. I reviewed that gun as being a really great gun, and not just because it is 100 watts.
The first thing I glued with this glue is the dust filter on my big Shopvac. The filter started to come apart, and it is not a part that is supposed to come apart, it is a part that can be cleaned and constantly used. It keeps fine dust out of the air as I vacuum. I glued the fabric back to the plastic ring that goes around the top. It held better than I expected and worked out very well for me.
There are other glues that are better for some projects, like the Stanley GS500 Super Strength glue. It is a glue that sticks to nearly anything, and it is also a high temperature glue, requiring at least a 100 watt gun to get it to the proper temperature for the best performance. Remember, a 100 watt glue gun produces extremely hot glue, and the glue can give you serious burns, be careful when using it.
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Maybe for a school project...definitely NOT for gift wrapping or other beautiful projects. Didn't love this for paper for gift wrapping. I thought it would work for our holiday gifts but the paper felt a bit cheap ...too lightweight....not beautiful at all. It might be good for a school but I definitely would NOT recommend this for gift wrapping a project that needs a substantial and beautiful finish.
Kraft paper to us....has always been the weight of the normal brown kraft paper....with a great finish...natural finish...this one is just NOT THE SAME...so we were super disappointed and now have a HUGE heavy roll we have no idea what to do with.
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Early delivery, fair quality tools, inexpensive. They came in 16 days early, and were way sharper and better quality than I was lead to believe by the reviews.
I have spent more at chain stores for lower quality tools, so I am happy with these as a travel set. If I loose them or they get stolen I will not be out hundreds of dollars, or entirely heartbroken they are gone. I am also more willing to get aggressive with these as they cost me less than my hammer. If you are looking for top of the line, these are not what you want. they are inexpensive, but a good value for what you get. they cut wood, they do it well, but you'll have to sharpen them pretty regularly. They are not exceptionally pretty, perfectly balanced, or razor sharp out of the box. they are serviceable and decently sharp out of the box. I have spent more for less, so am happy with this purchase.
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With this one I have to remind myself not to grip and push too hard because the design is it's own brace and it's very easy to u. I had an old bottle cutter that wore out finally but was difficult to use because it was almost freehand. With this one I have to remind myself not to grip and push too hard because the design is it's own brace and it's very easy to use and a lot harder to make mistakes. I like that it can be used upright or laying down and you can mount it if you like. I love the grinding stone that it came with and really would have liked to have tried that a few years ago. Instead of multiple grits of sandpaper stepping down to a smooth fine grit, that little stone does it all. I haven't used the rings because I use a torch and ice water to cut my glasses and the torch would melt the rings. The bottle neck cutter works for my tiny dropper and essential oil bottles but doing that requires some finesse. All in all, for someone who has been cutting bottles for years, I love this one and it's well worth the price. Oh and for the people who say the cutter dulls right away, I use glass cutting oil before I cut and only cut on clean glass. I cut a LOT. Haven't dulled it yet and that's accounting for my heavy handed grip at first.
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Not what I expected. I was so excited when this tool finally arrived...I love wood burning and have been doing it for quite some time now, but have always had the cheap one-temp tools..I thought I would have better luck with shading and adding different tones to my work if I had a wood burner with an adjustable temperature control...turns out it didn't really make much of a difference at all. Unless the tool is set to a pretty high heat, you can't do much burning on wood. I've tried different types of wood, and it just didn't work like how I was expecting. The variety of tips is certainly nice, but I would say the adjustable temp controls didn't make much of a difference.
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Easy to Use and Good Value. I have now used this on several men's leather belts that I own.
I bought this tool to add holes to belts so that I can use the belts that I already wear with a better fit (fine tuning so to speak).
The tool was easy to use and did not require a lot of hand strength to punch through the belt leather. Although it was sometimes difficult to tell when it cut all the way through, it did successfully cut a new hole each time. It was also very easy to turn the revolving punch wheel.
If you buy it, you may notice that some types of leather are easier to cut or punch through than others.
Considering the price, this tool is a very good value. It pays for itself if it succeeds in salvaging one good belt or other leather item. Bear in mind, that it only cuts round holes, not round corner rectangular holes found on some belts.
I highly recommend it.
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Good but a little loud. This was my first engraving tool, and I was worried that it would be difficult to use. This thing is surprisingly easy to use and put together. My daughter the crafty one bought some metal blanks and recorded a message, printing out the image of the wavelength. I then taped the printout onto the blank and traced over the image with the dremel tool. It transferred and etched the image into the blank quite nicely and made cute little gifts for family and friends. Don't ask me how she did it. My video below was made using my iPad and another item.
I love that this tool can be held like a pencil, which makes it very easy to control. It comes with a stencil for small lettering, which is helpful, too. I have used this quite a lot for about 6 months now, and it has held up quite nicely.
The tip insertion point doesn't seem like it would hold up well, and it never seems to be tight enough for my taste. I was worried that it would come out while I was using it, but that hasn't happened yet. Also, it is quite loud. I am sure this is normal for a an engraver but the noise and the vibration do take some getting used to for a newbie.
It is a very affordable and simple way to get started with using a dremel tool. There are lots of bits that can be purchased that will enable you to do more, but the one it comes with is a good size for a beginner.
All in all, I am very pleased with this purchase.
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Bulbs are great...with a few oddities. Bulbs are perfect for art projects, I did notice a couple of questions asking if they are clear or iridescent. They are in fact clear glass. They are glass so don't man handle the buggers. The packaging isn't very sturdy for mailing purposes. Thin layer of bubble wrap around the packages and the box wasn't labeled fragile, but hey they got here in one piece, so I'm happier than a clam. One bit of oddity is that in one of the packages there was broken glass (again, all 40 bulbs were fully intact and not damaged), I don't know what that was about. Perhaps something to be wary of when diving in full tilt into the box.
Overall, I'm pleased with the quality of the bulbs and the speediness of delivery.
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This machine is a CINCH to use. yeah, I know everyone uses that title, but it's the truth! I don't do a TON of paper crafting, I wish I had more time. So I'm no expert, and this machine is so user friendly and easy to use. It punches through paper and chip board easily and leaves clean holes.
It's easy to line up the papers, the chart that is printed on the machine itself makes it so you don't have to keep looking up stuff in the manual.
I use it for books (obviously) and to bind my children's school work and school papers together at the end of the year as a keep sake.
I highly recommend this machine. I haven't had issues with any of the pegs sticking.
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Fiskars Everywhere punch. The craft store had two Fiskars Everywhere Punches on clearance for $3.97. That should have been my first clue. I got them home, took them out of the package, THEN read the directions. There was my second mistake. In small print on the back of the package it says "Starter Set (sold separately)." So..... I went on line and ordered a starter set. Today I tested it and found out that it punches 3 little holes in the dye cut, making the dye cut useless. It is actually designed only to punch a window in the paper. The window is less than two inches in diameter, which is far too small to use to frame a photo, making its' use extremely limited. In addition, it is very cumbersome to use. This was no bargain! I am terribly disappointed in this Fiskars product!
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work well for embroidery. I purchased the first pair of this brand in Jan./2018 for machine embroidery and so far I really liked them. I had tried a pair from another company at half the price but those blades ground together too tighly, plus the bend was more of a severe angle and closer to the blades. So I purchased a second pair of Mazbot in March. Although I like both Mazbot pairs, they both work very well, are sharp with no barbs on blades, have nice clean points, don't catch on fabric, they are "not identical" to each other. The 2nd Mazbot pair is chromed right over the screw head but does not affect the operation of them; plus, they are slightly longer & heavier in construction as compared to the very sleek original pair, which quickly became my preference. Both Mazbot scissors were made in Pakistan. I would purchase these again if I could be guaranteed to get another of the sleek, narrower type like the first pair.
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All that I dreamed of! The ultimate DIY fixer. I had been thinking about getting some Sugru for a long time and finally bit the bullet. These are small packets, but I was able to use just ONE of them for five small projects! The main thing was making an enhanced stress reliever for the jack of my earbuds (worked great), but i also repaired an ipod cable and a lightning cable, covered the ends of a couple battery terminals on a circuit board, and finally i put some inside the head of a knob on a mixer that had fallen off and stuck it back on for a permanent fit. All were successful! I love sugru. My one piece of advice is the longer you are messing around with the stuff the more tacky your fingers get, and that makes it difficult to manipulate it as well. For use in multiple projects I found it necessary to take a quick break and clean the excess off my fingers, then i went back to it.
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Alternative recommendations listed!) Professional Jewelry / Art Making - Wow, it is BAD for this purpose. Hello all!
I have been professionally creating jewelry and other art pieces for several years now, and I am not kidding-- I have used hundreds of types of glues, epoxies and other adhesives. I have been on a passionate hunt for the greatest quality products, because if I do not make lasting products, I do not have repeat customers. -My business sincerely relies on it! It is the strangest thing that E6000 is talked about so much! We have tried this glue several times over the years, just because others rave about it so much, and EVERY TIME it really is AWEFUL! This does not give a permanent and durable finish on any surface we have tried it on (metal, plastic, wood, ceramic, paperclay, etc.) plus it is very dangerous!
I suppose it can be slightly acceptable for novice stay-at-home crafters who make their own creations and do not ever plan on giving them to anyone else, because when the parts come undone, you can just keep fixing and recreating what you have made. ...I would be embarrassed to give anyone, paying customer or not, something created with this E-6000. No way.
The everlasting odor of this glue is extremely dangerous too. Very very toxic! I am shocked that parents let their children use this stuff! This literally damages cells in the brain when inhaled. It can work alright if you want to glue things like paper, but I have found that Tacky Glue actually bonds extremely well and it is permanent, completely earth-friendly and nontoxic.
**Here is what I recommend for PAPER and PLASTIC (and more) projects: Aleen's All Purpose Tacky Glue. (It has no odor and is so much stronger and overall better than Elmer's white glue. It can be used on many surfaces. I would not use this for most professional jewelry though. Still, it is WAAAY better than E6000!)
<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/ALEENES-15599-All-Purpose-Glue-8-Ounce/dp/B00178KLEY/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">ALEENES 15599 All Purpose Glue, 8-Ounce</a>
**If you are gluing METAL to metal, then this is what I recommend: Aleen's Jewelry and Metal glue. (This does have an odor, but not as badly as E600 does. It bonds better than ANYTHING for consumers, especially for metal to metal. It is forever permanent, so place your items together carefully! Once metal items touch each other with this, they are not moving, ever! Though it can sometimes tarnish items with a light foggy white hue, so be careful around Swarovski rhinestones and other tiny delicate details. Otherwise, incredible bond!) <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Aleene-s-Jewelry-Metal-Glue-70-Ounce/dp/B001680QSG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Aleene's Jewelry & Metal Glue-.70 Ounce</a>
**And finally, the BEST OVERALL adhesive!!!!: Devcon 2-part Epoxy!! Wow, this stuff is amazing! (Good for metal, wood, paper, mixed materials, etc. You don't want the 5-minute version because it has to be used in about 60 seconds, not enough time. Plus, the 5-minute version is not quite as strong. Devcon 2-part epoxy dries diamond clear, looks like clear glass! This has no odor and works better than most professional adhesives. Technically it is not a "glue", it is an epoxy resin. LIGHT YEARS BETTER than E6000! Mix it well, and use 1 part to 1 part. It will never fail! LOVE THIS STUFF! Thank god for it!) <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Devcon-S31-2-Ton-Crystal-Clear-Epoxy-0-84-Ounce-Tube/dp/B0006O8QQ0/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Devcon S31 2-Ton Crystal Clear Epoxy 0.84-Ounce Tube</a>
... Just a little side tip for bonding metals and jewelry-making: Lightly sand or distress the surfaces that you are adhering together if you can. Then wipe with rubbing alcohol. This will allow for even greater bonds. Ok. Good luck, friends!! Take care of your health as you create (don't use E6000!) and use the best products that your money can buy!
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Inexpensive Glue Gun. I purchased in hoping to be able to glue together a rubber watch strap, but the glue that came with it did not hold strong. After letting it sit and dry, it fell apart after a slight tug. I was able to use the glue gun to fix a Christmas stocking which is made of felt material, so maybe the glue is better suited for that. So after some trial and error, I now know what this glue gun is best suited for. I only give it 3 stars because the glue gun does not have an on/off switch and must be plugged in in order to heat up. The stand that it came with doesn't really hold up the glue gun very well, so that was useless. Otherwise, it did melt the glue as expected.
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Creates a beautiful high strength 12x12 Hexagonal tile. I began purchasing The Mold Store's stack stone, ledge stone concrete veneer molds here on Amazon and continue to buy from Amazon and directly from The Mold Store for molds not carried by Amazon. Not all pavers are 2" thick and intended for placement over prepared ground. As a recent homeowner of a house that has a LOT of existing concrete in the yard starting with a large 2 car driveway with an RV cut out, sidewalks running everywhere, a 30' x 18' back deck followed by the concrete decking around my 20' x 10' pool I've been less than happy with concrete paint, concrete dyes and concrete staining. After researching the question I have chosen to upgrade and beautify all this existing concrete first with "thin ... 1" or less ... Pavers" which aren't easy to find. Through Amazon and The Mold Store I have purchased a variety of shapes and sizes of beautiful tile molds with which I use 80 lb bags of "crack - resistant" dry concrete mix and I produce concrete tiles which (when fully cured) are pretty hard to break. 2" pavers on top of existing concrete did not work for me visually but I have poured these hexagonal tiles at .5" for placement on sidewalk and they are magnificent compared to stains or dyes alone. Depending on the underlying concrete I find my .5 to 1" tiles look natural over existing concrete and if the underlying concrete is pretty level and undamaged I don't even need mortar ... Construction adhesives can also be used. And if "tile" is in the name of a mold you probably going to be casting at 1" or less ... and concrete tiles don't break like kiln fired tiles! I'd definitely recommend these beauties!
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I have found so many uses for this tape. I purchased this tape to use when I wrap gifts. It looks so much neater than wrapping a ribbon around the package. I simply put the tape down the middle of the front and back of the package in a cross shape and top with a matching bow. The tape stays in place and looks great! Since getting the tape, I have found myself using it for lots of other things as well. I have used it to keep a food container lid on in transport to a party, to wrap the handle of my sons toothbrush before he went to camp, to wrap my favorite pen so that no one can "accidentally" take it, and to hold and display pictures in my office. All this, and I have only had it for a week. With 6 different designs, there is something appropriate for just about anything I need. Each roll is almost 33 ft long so it goes a long way. The tape stays in place but easily peels off of hard surfaces like walls without taking the paint with it. This makes it possible to change my pictures in my office as often as I want in seconds. I have not seen anything comparable at my local stores. This is a great product and a great value! I received this at a discount or at no cost in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
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Not Worth $29.99. I purchased both this DVD and Disc 2. I am not sure why either of them have 5 star ratings. First off, you certainly do not get $29.99 worth of value on the disc....there is literally 4x more time spent on showing completed projects in their gallery than there is on instruction. While Andrea does say what to do, there are not nearly enough close ups on the technique...rather everything is pretty much shot from a 12 foot distance, centered on her and the workspace. Instead of actually moving the camera angle so you can see what she is doing, most of the time she holds a piece up towards the camera and then pantomimes the technique. You get a general idea of what to do but you don't actually see it as she is doing it. There is roughly 10 minutes of decent instruction on each technique and she repeats many redundant steps...which IMO, wastes instruction time. For example at the start of each Technique, she demonstrates how to mount the base print. When you are on an "Advanced Techniques" lesson, you shouldn't be spending time going over the 1st and most basic steps.....especially not 2 times in 20 minutes. I am very unhappy with this disc and I will not ever buy another one from these guys. I have seen much better, free, videos on YouTube.
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Excellent Solution to Reduce Ring Size. I got a couple of warnings that I may be ready to lose my wedding ring when it came off in a glove and later came off while I was taking a shower. I was very impressed with the ease-of-use and the final product after using ring shrinker to reduce the inside diameter of my ring. It left a smooth surface and is not visible. Within three minutes of applying a small amount of ring shrinker resin, I was able to put the ring back on my finger.
The first thing you need to do is thoroughly clean your ring with a lotion free dishwashing soap and hot water and dry it completely. I then placed some wax paper on counter below the ring to protect it from the resin. You might find application easier if you tie a string around the ring and hang it or use a wire to hang the ring while applying the resin.
Apply a small amount of resin to the inside bottom part of the band. A toothpick can be used to spread it. Then, use the small UV flashlight that comes with the kit and shine it an inch or so from the applied resin. You can literally put the ring on within 3 minutes of using the light. However, I applied 3 coats to reduce the inside diameter further. While it might not be necessary, I recommend putting the resin back in the silver or black envelope to keep it out of the light before turning on the UV light. In fact, I'm storing the resin out of the light since it cures with either sunlight or the included flashlight.
I could not be happier and now I don't have that fear of losing a treasured wedding ring.
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Love these. This is my second time purchasing this product. I use them for wedding presents- I paint the Bride and Groom's initials on the glass with their wedding date. I fill the inside with their wedding invitation....cutting it, folding, twisting, etc to create a treasured keepsake.
Also, I have done the same with my own wedding bouquet and husbands boutonniere & put the dried flowers inside.
Couldn't be happier with these ornaments & I love that they are glass and not cheap plastic. Yet they are durable. I have made 6 ornaments and have never had an issue with cracking, etc. I have only been able to find the glass ones here as opposed to the chain arts n' craft stores.
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Good tool, but current one(s) are defective. I love this tool, and use it all the time; but the one that I just bought was warped and unusable, and the replacement was defective in exactly the same way. I am crossing my fingers and hoping that the replacement of the replacement will be OK. They look like they were subjected to high temperatures and the plastic got warped; they are not flat on the bottom, and the lower handle protrudes below the surface that is supposed to ride flat on the grinder plate. This surface is also warped and curved, making the tool impossible to use. I have been very happy with this tool in the past - wore the previous one out over a couple of years - but something is very off with the new ones.
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Did Not Come with US Adapter. This says that it now comes with a US adapter plug, however mine did not. I had to order one on my own to use the hot glue gun. I love the hot glue gun itself, but I was extremely disappointed that I had to buy and wait for the adapter plug that was supposed to be included. After getting the adapter I was able to use the hot glue gun. It heats up every quickly making it quick and easy to use. I really like that it has the protective piece over the hot tip. Preventing accidental burns. Compared to my other big hot glue gun this one has a much easier to control trigger. I have noticed a lot less dripping out of the end of the gun when setting. It is a nice size hot glue gun that is easy to grip in my hand. It comes with 5 glue sticks to get you started. This is a great high quality hot glue gun. I would recommend it with the knowledge that it may not come with the US adapter plug.
I check back often for questions, so please feel free to ask anything that I missed and your wondering about this product.
I received BUNDLE OFFER: Premium, Full Size, UL Certified DUROBONDER Professional Hot Glue Gun (60W) + 5 All Purpose Glue Sticks Glue Kit for Arts & Crafts + FREE US Adapter + EBook: Fun DUROBONDER DIYs at discount or for free for my honest and unbiased review. That has not swayed my review in any, way my review is 100% my own experience with this product.
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working for my needs. Put a 12" plus patch on my work jean knee area and used and washed/dried once. Regular washing and heat dry. So far good adhesion and no fraying edge. The edge was glued again to prevent fraying and feels rough but not from the inside. The glue is thick and dries quickly. Applying the area of about 13x7" oval patch, on patch side only, the glue felt like it dried too much and will not stick, but it worked. This applies and dries like rubber cement, and seems to work better than the white liquid glues, such as dritz. Maintaining my paint pants.
8/24/2016: Yard work, sitting in the dirt and washing each day. The patch is holding. I thought the bottle was too small but so far used it for 3 very large patches and one ounce left. Squeeze on a generous amount and spread it around with disposable gloves. The glue remained wet for better sticking. I am now upgrading this to 5 stars.
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DISAPPOINTED. I received this item today in the mail. I understand that the title says unfinished wood treble clef. The picture shows it black with a metal scale on it. The review that is posted said that the item is exactly as pictured. I was pretty disappointed to open the package and find out that it was simply an unpainted treble clef. It is not black....I will need to paint it. The little scale with the cute little notes....I will have to figure out how to do that....I am disappointed because I really thought I could just open this and hand it to my daughter as a gift. AND I CANNOT. I am so glad that she was not around when I opened it...because she would have been disappointed too. :( I figured I would contact the seller but there is no link anywhere to do that. I'm pretty upset about this.
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Poorly constructed and easy to break. I have had two (2) of these break at the worst possible moment.
The first thing to break is usually the piece that guides the line onto the spool.
It is held in place by a screw that will fall out while you are winding in the line and cause a hangup.
The second failure is the crank handle. Again the screw that holds it in place comes out while winding.
There is still a metal spindle you can use to wind with but it's not as comfortable as using the handle.
Neither failure makes the winder un-useable and both can be prevented with the use of a screw thread-locker product.
The bearings are loud and hang up when they get dusty.
Overall, a great idea made less so by cheap manufacturing practices.
I quickly upgraded to stainless steel kite reels.
Enjoy
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Overall, THiIS IS AWESOME. A little hard to get used to, I would've given 5 stars, but the way you have to adjust this thing is just silly. Poor design on the bolts, screws, washers, and pieces, VERY hard to get the perfect adjustments. As for the cutter, it works just fine for me. One thing I figured out was instead of pouring boiling water and switching to cold, was to instead boil a pot of water (obviously enough to reach the score line and then some) dunk the bottle in the boiling, then dunk in cold water. Not only does this help switching between hot and cold faster, but it also prevents the half of the bottle that you're not holding from shattering when it pops off and lands on a hard sink.
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Very Happy with this Product. I was very pleased with this product. I had purchased a high end fabric remnant at a very good sale price several years ago and masking tape had been used to keep it in a tight roll. I put the fabric in my stash bin and never considered that the masking tape might be a problem. I decided to use the fabric a few weeks ago and when I pulled off the masking tape it left a very noticeable residue. I did not have a lot of money invested in the fabric, but I really liked it , so I want to try and saveit. I tried to rub off the residue streak with a wet cloth and then resorted to a variety of gentle cleanser type agents. Nothing worked. Then I went to internet, read about Un-Du and decided to give the product a try. I was very impressedthe first application with a gentle rubbing eliminated most of the residue. After a second application, the residue was completely gone and the fabric was like new!
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Fun embossing folder- works on several embossing machines. I recently bought a sizzix texture boutique and these Darice embossing folders work great with it. These specific folders are meant to use for A2 size cards which are about 4.24 x 5.5 inches, therefore these folders are perfect. They also work well for embellishments , you can use them to texture your card-stock for a word you will put on your scrapbook or an embellishment on a card. I have also used it to emboss the layers of the box card flaps. Seems like a good quality product at a fair price. Easy to use and embosses nicely. The stars are a fun folder to use with a variety of projects. Just recently used for birthday card. Collecting embossing folders could get pricey but options like these make it way more affordable to have a decent collection. Keep a look out for these at your local Joann Fabric- they frequently put them on sale .
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Flexcut Chip Carving 3 Piece Set Amazing. I can honestly say that this is one the best purchases that I have made. I recommend these knives to anyone who wants to get into chip carving. The knives arrived very sharp and ready to use out of the box the set also included a bar of flexcuts gold strop compound. I have did great work with these knives and could not be happier with them. I also recommend OCC carving knives for general carving between flexcut and OCC tools those are in ny opinion are the best knives you can buy. I also purchased the flexcut slipstrop for my knives and gouges and will write a reveiw on it once I receive it. If anyone has any wuestions please ask away.
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Good for and introduction to the hobby. This is my first step into pyrography - I have been interested for a while but just hadn't pulled the trigger on purchasing a tool so I was excited to have the opportunity to purchase this at a discount in exchange for my review. I think this is a good tool for a beginner. I've watched a couple of tutorials online and the one thing they always mention is that you should get a tool with a temperature control setting, which this tool does not have. All that means is that the tool stays the same temperature the whole time so you get the same shade of burn. You can vary it somewhat by how firmly you press but the intensity of the color has more to do with how long you keep the tool on the wood.
That being said, this definitely comes with A LOT of accessories and different attachments, which I think are really great! I haven't had a chance to use all of the different tips, but I tried a couple and they all work really nicely and have very distinct uses. I do wish that there was a bit more documentation provided with the kit to show you what you can accomplish with each different tip. I think this is probably something you could find on the internet, though.
My favorite part about the kit are the stamping heads - they are really cool! They are much easier to work with since they only really have one purpose.
I tested this out on some small pieces of particle board which I know isn't the best wood to use since it doesn't have a completely smooth surface. That being said, I didn't want to purchase a perfect piece of wood the practice on. It seemed like a waste. Once the tool heated up it worked well enough on the particle board. It is definitely hard to do curved lines but I think if I got a better quality piece of wood it would be easier.
Overall, I'm happy I purchased this. It is a good introduction to the hobby and if I keep up with it I can purchase a slightly more expensive model to make it a bit easier to work with. The reason for the three stars are because it doesn't come with the heat control, it doesn't come with a very comprehensive instruction manual, and the only way to turn it on and off is to unplug it from the wall. The chord is also quite short because you have to work very close to the outlet which can be inconvenient.
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EXCELLENT PRODUCT...It does the job you pay it to do. What a wonderful, time saving product this is. I ran across this stuff quite some time ago when I was trying to remove some old tape residue from the glass front of an old clock I was working on. It worked perfectly even though the old tape markings were probably at least 50 years old and resembled cement in consistency. Anyway, I have recommended this product and it is used now in quite a number of medical records departments for whom I consult with.
Most medical records have either metal covers or very thick vinyl. After a long stay in a long term health facility; after the patient departs, the record of course must be closed out and the cover reused. They are always covered with tape marks, sticker marks, and grease pencil scribbling and such. It is a chore to clean the things up. This product works perfectly.
The sponge type applicator is drip free and you can apply the cleanser precisely where it is needed. After it sets for about 20 to 30 seconds the handy scraper, which is actually the lid of this thing, works perfectly. It does not take all that much of the solution so even with dozens of records to clean; the product is quite cost effective. Clean up is easy with a bit of warm water and paper towels.
You do need to work in a well vented area though as I have been told by some that it tends to cause headaches after breathing the fumes for an extended period of time. The odor is great, smelling of oranges.
There is one thing to note though. This stuff looks and smells good enough to actually drink. Of course it is HIGHLY toxic. If you have small children around (or in my work environment, adults who are not mentally alert), you need to keep this stuff well away from them in a safe area.
This is a good product and the price here seems quite competitive.
Don Blankenship
The Ozarks
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Great Fabric Glue. This adhesive is the best fabric glue out there. It goes on a little goopy and hard to control, but it quickly dries clear, flexible and washable. I have used this glue: to attach a bead trim to lampshades, to repair leather book covers, for clothing alterations/repair (made internally ripped suit pants like new), to fix a furniture slipcover, for securing little threads that come loose on my marled cotton sweaters, and for repairing my leather winter boots when a small seam let go.
For small jobs, I use a toothpick to stuff it in whatever space I need to have filled. Any excess can be rolled up and removed if you catch it quickly, before it completely sets and/or enters the cloth's pores.
This glue is thinned with acetone. I put some nail polish remover in mine and it seems to have worked fine. It was kind of separated at first, but some time has passed and I am very happy with it after I thinned it.
Now, as I stated in another review, don't expect this to be the only specialty adhesive that you will ever need. For book repairs I use Tacky Glue. For attaching bails onto pendants, I use special jewelry epoxy. And for mailing out books and other items that I sell in my Amazon store, I attach the paper label with a glue stick.
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High Expectations, Unimpressed with Results. I did not buy on Amazon, which I should've done to check the ratings. I came on to check if other folks were having similar issues with tearing and bunching, and you are! I've gone through some really nice tissue paper following the video instructions. What should be a clean cut becomes a mangled mess. The fringe cutter did manage to cut through some mylar very nicely, but it does not seem to work well on regular tissue paper, which is what I really wanted to use it on. I wonder if the paper has to be pristine and with no folds, but if so, where can you find that?
So far, I'm not impressed at its limited capabilities. I wish I had bought on Amazon, because then I'd return it.
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Super cute. This product is absolutely adorable. The design is flawless and went great with my daughters mario themed birthday party. My biggest complaint would be the hardware. After one use the ear post bent extremely easily. If it was reinforced it would be better. I would also recommend the seller become an authorized amazon seller so it wouldn't take so long to receive the product. Ultimately, I was satisfied with the product and service.
Disclosure: I received this product for free or at a discounted price for my honest review and they are 100% my own opinions. I received no monitory compensation and I am not required to give a good review. This disclosure is in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions Guidelines on Testimony and Advertising. If my review was helpful to you, would you please vote yes. I try to give honest reviews with pros and cons that I experience while using the product.
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Happy with my purchase. I recently purchased this kit. I just tried out my first stencil - the butterfly one and it came out beautifully. Some of the other reviewers here have posted that the embosser tool was too large. I agree, but I was able to make it work. There are two tips sizes for the embosser tool. I first tried the smaller tip and it seemed like I couldn't really get into the smaller holes. The larger tip was definitely too large. But I went back through a second time with the smaller tip for all the holes and my butterfly stencil came out perfectly. It looks professionally done! I am now looking online to see if I can find a light box and potentially other metal stencils to add to my kit. I am happy with my purchase.
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Very useful but it can break easily. I used this buttonhole punch on index cards to place small 1-inch brass buttons (the kind that you wear on clothes, hats, and bags). It lasted for a long time, all things considered - I was using it on a cardstock paper and I was able to use it close to a thousand times before it finally broke. I did try to be as gentle as I could with it, but eventually the pins locked out of place and it could no longer punch through. If you're not abusing it like I had to, I'm sure it'd have great lasting value - especially if you're only using it on thinner papers or only occasionally.
The reach is great and it is easy to use it without paining your hand. If it were a little less costly, I'd be happy to buy another one. But for the convenience it gives, I would recommend it still (as long as it's not being used so heavily).
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Great variety pack of washi tapes. I'm a washi tape addict and thought this variety pack was very fun! You get twelve different fun washi tapes in this set. The colors are all pretty matte, but that was fine with me. You get some very fun and unique designs as well! These washi tapes by Allydrew can be used for so many craft projects. I personally use mine in my planner to embellish it but I've also decorated cards for birthdays and holidays, made pens with different washi tapes and also have decorated random things with a slab of tape here and there. These tapes adhere to any surface pretty well, but if you do want to fix it you can pull it back up. It is pretty durable tape too. If you do have to fix a mistake on paper, however, I would suggest taking your time pulling it back up because you can end up just ripping the paper. I almost feel like some of these washi tapes are perfect for different seasons of the year and holidays which is great. I own nothing like this set so far and that's what I wanted, a bunch of washi tapes in random patterns. The price is very reasonable for the amount of tape on the roll and getting a dozen tapes together. I am very happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend to any crafter!
I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review!
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Not As Advertised. I ordered these because they specifically said in the item description that they were food grade. That's not what the packaging says. It only says they are craft sticks. It says nothing about them being used for popsicles which is what I bought them for. Also you only get 100 not the 150 the advertised. The printed lable says 100 count. On the back they added a lable that says 150. I counted them since the package seemed rather small and sure enough there are only 100. I was about to rate the seller one star when Amazon offered me a refund of half the cost. Amazon is really great and wants it's customers happy. This wasn't a perfect solution but saved me the time of packaging these up and returning them. BTW I could have bought 1000 "craft sticks" on Amazon for what I paid for these. Don't waste your money.
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Makes Life Easier. I have already used this moldable glue for so many things. You know all those slightly annoying things in daily life that aren't much of anything in and of themselves but when they add up, there's a lot of underlying frustration that builds up? This stuff is perfect for so much of that.
I have a favorite pen but I made it better by molding a custom grip using my own fingers. I even left the fingerprints in the impression. It's literally one of a kind. I have a wireless car charger/phone holder that can't really hold the weight of my phone. But a ring of this where the holder pivots, got the placement just right and now it's sturdy as stone. Re-affixed the handle to my favorite coffee cup. My favorite pair of glasses are better now because I used this moldable glue to cover where the ear padding had worn off.
It's just so infinitely useful, there's no reason not to have some laying around. You'll find a use for it.
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AN ABSOLUTE FAVORITE PAPER PUNCH. This is one of my favorite paper punches. I have just recently started using paper punches for making paper flowers, and this one is very useful. The size is perfect for making paper flowers since I like my flowers a little larger than most punches. Like I said, I am not a pro at using paper punches, but I am surprised at what a good job this paper punch does. I do not miss cutting these petals out with scissors at all. This punch is very sharp, and the petals are meticulous. I love the pattern. If you want to keep your hands from getting so tired from cutting petals, this is just what you need. I think I am going to get many uses for this.
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Not what I expected. It was very difficult to tell from the limited description and the one photo, so I searched for this product elsewhere on the internet before buying. The name "scrap pack" by this company describes a much larger pack of paper. When my order arrived, the words "scrap pack" weren't on the package; it was called something different (can't remember) now, and all the pieces are quite small, though pretty and decently sturdy. I managed to make it work for my project, but it would have been a lot nicer had I gotten as much paper as I was expecting. It was for my daughter's birthday banner, so I didn't have time to return it or I would have.
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How many more rave reviews are needed? But I'll add my 2-cents too. What more can be said in rave reviews that are so positive about this Gingher? Well, once you've tried the rest, then get best. This is not to say the other brands aren't great products because they are. It's that the Gingher is made to be handed down through generations, and you'll probably never see it in a museum as a relic.
The frame is made out of cast iron to not only add weight to assist in the cutting, but it allows you to feel the cut as your hand becomes one with the tool. It's as if your brain and hand are possessed and somehow the Gingher drives and steers through the material on its own power knowing what needs to be done. It's that ergonomically balanced and comfortable in your hand whether your hand is a lefty or righty because Gingher has a model for either hand. So make sure you buy the right or ah the left hand model depending on your need because it's ergonomically made to fit one hand only -- kind ah like a pair of gloves there's only one made for each hand. However, Like Henry Ford kind ah said; 'The Gingher comes in any color you want as long as it's a nickel finish.'
I did not want to buy it because it's almost three times more costly than many other quality brand names. I'm glad I did because this cutter is like driving a precision sports Corvette, over a Chevy Volt, and what a difference a name makes.
The Gingher does not cut any better than any other quality trimmer, but you're comfortable, relaxed, rested, and not worn out after a day's drive as the Gingher gets you to your destination. The point is, it's how you arrive at your destination that matters...
The finale is the garage the Gingher is parked in. It's an elegant tin like box with a preformed felt box liner. It's a nice touch of elegance to park your Gingher when you don't have it out for a drive down the Material Highway of projects.
Although it's a tad expensive, it's about the same cost as parking at a ball game if you need to justify the cost.
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Great color for marking purposes. While the many uses of duck tape are well known, brightly colored versions are excellent for identifying electrical cables within the home entertainment center rats' nest. In fact, Duck Brand tape has been better for this purpose than multi-colored electrical tape. It actually seems to be more rugged in situations where the tape is being repeatedly grabbed.
An example of a simple system using such color coding like in the automotive or aerospace industry is as follows:
color category
1 pink should never be unplugged: video
2 red critical communications
3 yellow video
4 green cooking/blending/toasting
5 white light
6 blue cooling/heating
7 silver battery powered but critical (laptop)
8 orange tools
9 purple printing/peripherals
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Nature Fairy Comes To Life: So Many Compliments Asking About The Paint. It took a little getting used to the paints, but I quickly got the hang of it. I used a water bottle to dampen the paints. I also bought some paint brushes at Hobby Lobby so I could do some detail work. The black came out stark black, and the other colors came out just as I wanted. I toned down some colors by mixing in some white. Next year I plan to buy a little painter's palette for a buck to use, but this year I just used the plastic housing of the paints to mix. She was a nature fairy and will post a photo here. The detail on her neck and cheek with some vivid colors is amazing with this set. The blending was not too difficult, but I noticed if I waited too long, I ended up blotching the color or even ended up wiping some off. I also used cosmetic sponges and those worked nicely, though they did sap up some paint. I liked the result better. Though with more practice I am sure it will not be as mottled in at the start when using the sponges the kit comes with.
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Amazing All Purpose Adhesive. Goop is a clear adhesive that creates a waterproof bond, stays flexible & rubbery.
I've used it to repair canvas tears & seal fabric to keep it from unraveling, mend gutters & downspots. It's very strong & great to seal, mend, coat & bond.
Goop does get thick (hard to use) if left in an opened tube, but can easily be thinned with Toluene (paint thinning solvent). I put the thick goop in a baby food jar (with tight sealing lid), then add toluene to thin it (trial & error). I like to paint it on with an acid brush, this is useful to repair rain gear, coat unraveling electrical tape, coat & glue old metal duct tape (curled), on electrical connections I use shrink tube, then the thinned Goop is used to seal the joints & tubing ends.
The thick Goop is used to glue ceramics & tile. Inside a set of drawers screws protruded, I applied the thick Goop with a tooth pick to the sharp screw ends (permanent padding). Both the thinned & thick Goop, duct tape, Gorilla glue, self vulcanizing tape are a must for any DIYer.
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The best product for special education and early childhood education teachers. The best product for special education and early childhood education teachers! This is a great replacement for velcro. I use this frequently and a little bit goes a long way. I have found it to be very useful for visual schedules (laminate the schedule cards and put a small dot on the back, let it dry overnight and it sticks over and over) file folder games (I put a very small dot of this on the back side of the movable pieces after they have been laminated and let it dry overnight), first/then cards, name tags on desks, PECS, etc. It will stick to white boards, laminated surfaces, desks, etc. When the stickiness wears off you just put another dot of this on and let it dry.
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Definitely not tarnish-proofed. I had been searching for this item and was so happy to find it on Amazon. Since I had 2 graduations and a 60th birthday in June, I was happy to find this as a 3-pack. The order was shipped promptly and delivered. However, since I didn't need it immediately, I didn't open the box until recently. Only to discover that 1 of the 3 was so tarnished that it can't be given as a gift. Another one had a few slight discoloration and I'm still debating whether or not it can be used as a gift. So, out of the 3, only one was in perfect condition. And, I really question the word 'tarnish proof'. Unfortunately, they would not accept a return or do an exchange because I had exceeded their 30 day return policy.
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Awesome product. I purchased this product with the intent of customizing cheap, poorly-fitting earbuds to my ears (whole drawerful of the miserable things, in various shapes and sizes). For comparison, I also purchased a kit from a company that specifically was made to do the same thing. Both products accomplished the same purpose, resulting in custom-fit earpieces that stay in place throughout moderate to strenuous physical activity. However, one must realize that the acoustic dynamics of the earbuds will change and it is important to play music while fitting the earbuds so that the tiny speakers can be positioned to maximize their performance before the material hardens. It would not be wise to attempt this product on your pricey earbuds. Only sacrifice that which you would not mind possibly rendering useless.
And now on to review these remarkable plastic pellets......they are really easy to use! I used a glass measuring cup, old spoon, and old wooden chopstick. It was quick and easy to heat the water, melt the pellets, mold, reheat and reshape the plastic blob, and clean up afterwards. It was actually quite fun and I was inspired to "invent" more items, all of which worked out really well. There will be many more ideas that will come to life, thanks to this awesome product!
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Both sides are not equal. This is listed as having a smooth side and a rough side. It does, but they are of differing quality.
The rough side, is about the texture of typical construction paper, and is very even in appearance.
The smooth side, is a polished surface, but the appearance is not even. There are streaks through it. If you've ever seen a concrete wall which was poured with wood planks as supports, and leaves the grain in the concrete; it looks like that but smooth. It's like black-on-black wood grain.
-If you need a matte finish for background, the "rough" side is great. (it's not very rough)
-If you want semi-gloss, the smooth side is a bit uneven, unless you're covering it up with loads of other items.
-It's listed as heavyweight. It's about the thickness of typical inkjet paper, not butcher or packing paper.
-It's not flimsy/fall-apart like construction paper, so it holds up reasonably well to folding. Tears nice along a fold, both directions.
For chalk, consider some chalkboard spraypaint instead.
4/5 because of the smooth side.
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The instructions for assembly were a bit confusing when I first opened the box--a couple illustrations would have made it immens. This has made my yarn bag so much tidier! The instructions for assembly were a bit confusing when I first opened the box--a couple illustrations would have made it immensely better.
All the yarn I've worked through it has come out beautifully! It runs so smoothly and I've had no troubles with snagging. I've found that the yarn winder works best when I keep some tension on the yarn as it is feeding into the winder. If I just let it free-wind, I tend to have issues with it flopping out of alignment and falling below the spindle.
I'm very very pleased with this item!
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Not pink but still a great lantern. From the picture I expected the lantern to be a light baby pink shade so I was surprised when it came and was white. It still looks fantastic and classy, especially with the bamboo trim on the bottom. I hung this in my old apartment's large living room. It looked good having such a large lamp in such a large room. With a CFL it lit up the entire room so I could sit on the couch and read. It doesn't really fit in my new apartment, which came with light fixtures and wall sconces already installed, but it's safely tucked into storage for my next place.
Just remember if you have low ceilings, it's easy for tall people to bang their head on it or for you to hit with your arms if you're playing Wii, cleaning or something. Even being knocked around a few times, it's held up pretty well. There's a small rip (it is paper) but it's only noticeable if scrutinizing the lamp. It's been there for awhile and hasn't gotten any worse.
I had other paper lanterns hanging in my old apartment and this was by far the brightest and most stylish.
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So beautiful... no other words are necessary (but here's a bunch more since you don't believe me! =P. So. beautiful.
Those are the best two words I have to describe this washi tape. So darn beautiful.
Here is a box of ten uniquely patterned Japanese washi tapes by Gambi Paper Co., some of the most brightly colored, and durable washi tapes on the market. These ten colors are surprisingly intricate, incredibly delicate, and exquisitely designed. They're perfect for scrapbooking, photo-organizing, crafting, decorating, and gift/card making. Each 15mm x 10 m long roll has enough sticking power to stay stuck through water, and even multiple reseats.
We used ours while we were creating an activity board for my little one year old niece. She has gummed on her more times than I can share and the washi tape still holds. She loves all the different colors and textures and designs. Not only that, but we used ours to cover a few of the _actual_ activities. For example, we have a light that we ordered that, when you flick it on, makes the whole thing glow (the interior would glow white). We covered the box, though, with the green and orange "house" tape (the pattern is little houses). When she flips on the switch, the entire washi tape glows with the white light behind it, creating the most amazing effect! She absolutely LOVES it!
I am a really hard person to impress, but these tapes sure impressed the socks off of me! If I had a craft room in my home, it'd be filled from right to left, from top to bottom with boxes and boxes of these things. Their uses are unlimited, their colors and designs so beautiful, and I can see no end to the amount of happiness they could bring.
If you have kids... I don't know what we're even standing here talking for. ;) It will be one of the best $20 bills you've spent in a long, long time. Get a pack of construction paper, a box of washi tape, and a box of markers or pens. Make grandma, your favorite auntie (-ahem!-), your babysitters, and all of your teachers a personalized washi card. There's not a single person in the universe who could resist. =D
While the very last image is of something else (my super adorable niece, yes!), you can see the board I mentioned behind her. =D Though it's not a closeup by any means, you can see several of the places we utilized the tape. =D Just gorgeous, right? You have my word, though you hardly need it! =D You can take Maia's, instead. ;D
I received this item for free or deeply discounted. That doesn't mean that my review isn't 100% truthful, though. If you found this review helpful, that makes me happy. I enjoy providing information for consumers, just as much as I enjoy helping new companies. I hope I managed to do both. If you have any questions, as always, please don't hesitate to ask. I always answer!
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Fake Silhouette Product. First of all, when I received the product the internal card stock packaging that envelopes the paper was partially ripped and some sheets were already crinkled. I used the product as directed with my Silhouette Curio in two different ways - 1) print, score, and emboss and 2) score and emboss. I made sure to select two passes for every emboss run and the results have been very weak. The emboss is barely noticeable. I am not sure if this is a fake silhouette product based on the ripped internal card stock (almost like somebody bought the paper, pulled out the legitimate Silhouette embossing sheets then accidentally ripped the cardstock shell, and replaced them with cheaper paper) or if this product is just not what its advertised to be. I will try again buying this product directly from Silhouette to see if I can get the desired/advertised results.
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Sharp scissors, great price, not so comfortable for the fingers. I bought this pair of scissors because I like that the scissors include some recycled material. The scissors are sharp and cut well The price was right. However, the plastic is kind of jagged and not very comfortable. I can't imagine using this for more than a few seconds. It serves its purpose and I am glad I bought it, but the handle (I think the proper term might be "eye ring?") is not the most comfortable and I think that if someone were cutting for a prolonged period of time, their fingers would grow tired from the discomfort of the plastic.
I am giving it four stars because of the handle, but it is really a 4.5--not quite a five, but better than a 4.
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OBSESSED. My 9 yr old is obsessed with this thing! She won't leave the house without her Rainbow Loom kit! Once she mastered the basic bracelet, which was almost immediately, she was out on YouTube watching videos showing her how to make different designs. She makes bracelets for her 12 yr old sister (& her 12 yr old sisters friends), for her brother, her aunts, cousins, teachers, friends and both me and my husband. Kids are even taking custom orders in school and sell them so she makes money to buy extra binders!
We have found that for replacement binders, it's cheaper to run to our local Michaels store to buy them for $3.99 a bag. I am constantly taking her to Michaels for more binders! She loves making them and her friends come over with their looms to make bracelets too! She recently made a necklace for my son with a soccer pendant on it!
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Great for origami! And other things. I love this, I made a kusudama origami out of it, and it's just so different. And it's cheap too! I also did find this at my local Daiso store. But I got it here first.
One thing I didn't like is that it said 30 pieces but that includes the 3 tiny pieces you see in front, and it's annoying. Haha! Because I needed 30 pieces for my kusudama and to find out there's on 27 large ones is slightly disappointing.
I've attached a picture of my finished product. Everyone loved it, and I did too. I just had to be careful while folding it because it's a bit sensitive and you don't want to tear it. It was a slight challenge to fold.
I've added a picture of the Rafaelita Kusudama I made with it below.
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Cheerful-Looking" Scrapbook-Type Paper. Several months ago, while recuperating from an ankle injury, I was looking for materials to create cheerful greeting cards and enclosures for others. I had just purchased some crafting devices for card and envelope-making, and decided to find bright and springy papers to complete my projects.
Usually, I would go into any one of the local craft stores and buy single sheets of heavier cardstock; this time, I was tethered to home with an ankle waiting to step out. With Amazon's interactive website, I was able to "look closer" at whatever I was interested in, and this paper sprang up, saying "I am bright, springy, and cheerful; take a look at me!" And so, within an order of several items, this pad of colorful cardstock arrived, as one of many examples to brighten my convalesence. Remember to take a "closer look" on the Amazon website and you will be able to make your own judgment on the variety of materials available. The shipment arrived within a few days.
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Perfect Gift for Niece. I was so excited to come across this great kit as a birthday present for my niece! She's way into all things girly and crafty, so this was the perfect choice. As soon as I opened the box, I was immediately impressed by just how MUCH is inside! There are so many different colors of bands, little beads and tools, I know she will have many months of play with this kit without running out of supplies. She can even share with her friends and there won't be any worry of using it all up.
I also really like that it comes with directions so that her mom can help her get started using it right away. And the box itself is just great - I know from experience that this kind of thing easily becomes a total mess, but all of the little compartments will make it a lot easier to keep things organized and all in one place.
I know that she's going to absolutely adore this gift and I can't wait to see all the cute things she makes with it!
*I received this item at a discount in exchange for my honest & unbiased review. All of the opinions expressed here are entirely my own.
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Yup, this will keep your wife from nagging you to death. My wife went to college so she could make scarves on a loom!
I'm so depressed.
She loves this thing. She set it up and has produced a scarf and something else, I forget. But it's a chick thing and it keeps her happy.
I point out that with her doctorate she could make some money getting like a job-thingy, but she just laughs at me, pats me on the head, and says, 'There, there, you go ahead and get yourself a heart attack working. I'm going to do looming."
Ugh
Good workmanship. Puts together easily (heck even a woman could do it!!)
Directions are clear. Packaged well.
Just buy it and stop reading. You don't need reading to loom anyway.
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Punch-tastic. I've made a few hundred cuts with this punch, and these are my observations:
PROS
+ Unlike some other brands of 2" punches, this punch creates circles that actually measure 2" across exactly. Some projects require accuracy, so this is a huge pro for me.
+ The super lever makes this punch easy to use, even when using it upside down (so you can place your circle perfectly).
+ The cutouts have clean edges (see the comment in con section for the exception to this).
+ There is a plastic cover on the bottom to catch your punches, and the cover easily slides open to allow retrieval of the punched piece.
CONS
- If you punch too close to the edge of your paper, you might not get a punched piece with perfectly clean edges. This is the only time I didn't get clean edges.
Overall, I'm very satisfied with my purchase. This punch is a winner.
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Newsprint Sheets. I had searched all over the net for a good price on sheets of newsprint for my art gallery art lessons and was having a hard time finding much of anything until I found the 24"x36" Bundle Newsprint Sheets on Amazon. Although they were twice the length I needed, at less than $14 for 400 sheets I was amazed to say the least! When I got them home, I took them to my local office supply shop who had a larger cutter and had them cut them in half, making them the perfect size, so now I have 800 sheets at a fraction of the cost that I had found anywhere else on the net. Besides the cost the quality is great as well. I would recommend them to everyone.
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The designs are super cute! And the paper is thicker than the . The designs are super cute! And the paper is thicker than the other set of origami star strips that I got. I folded about 200 stars this last weekend, about 100 using these and 100 using the other paper I got. Of the ones I folded with this paper, only two wouldn't "pop" into the star shape (and I'm a beginner). The other paper, I redid about 30 of them because no matter how crisp the lines or carefully I folded, the paper would crumple if I tried. This paper is amazing! I kind of wish the black design had been metallic (I thought it was silver, it's not, it's a purple-grey), but these are awesome!
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From kids to adults! Novice to experienced loomers too. I bought this for my youngest daughter (11 yrs old) so she could start doing yarn work as her Mom (me) is a yarnophile and knits, crochets, looms, machine knits etc and has a store online for yarn. We have the Klutz kit but its made for only elastic & beads or fingerling weight yarn. This one can handle all but the bulkiest yarns and if I need an I cord she does it for me and loves doing it. I would start a child out on this before using a big loom as there is not as many pegs, it fits small hands better, is designed for help in holding the cord below easier for tension, and also can be put down after winding a couple times where the tool hangs. I did decide to use a tool from a Knifty Knitter loom because the tool provided just was harder to use for her. She now is ready for any one of my big Knifty Knitters round or straight looms then on to my wood looms. I highly recommend this and in fact am going to teach my 5 year old grand-daughter (yes I know the ages seem wrong. I have 4 girls ages 27,22,18,& 11 married 30 years). I think this would be an inexpensive gift that would be good for a stocking stuffer for young and old for novices and experienced knitters/loomers. So if you want to use it for yourself to make fast I cord or your child would like to start looming it is a very good buy!
Carrie Nelson
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Not the pencil sharpener I grew up with but it will do. This is NOT the rotary pencil sharpener I grew up with but it is easy enough to use and gets the pencils REALLY sharp. This curious invention requires a few quick easy steps before you have a perfectly sharpened pencil. You extend the face plate out, open three little teeth and insert a pencil inside. Close the teeth down on the pencil and it holds it in place. One hand is now free to hold the body of the sharpener steady while the other hand cranks the handle. This is why the sharpener doesn't need to be nailed down. You only need one or two cranks and a perfectly sharp pencil emerges. It's different for me but I like it. Especially since those sharpeners where you turn the pencil inside them are next to useless for me. This is cool, portable, and very functional.
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Never again. The cord is very nice, a rich almost OD green and just slightly thicker than my other knotting cords, which will add a nice texture to my projects.
All that would be wonderful, but it's not a good thing when I'm relieved to finally find one continuous piece that will be long enough for the piece I have planned. Seriously, I expect one splice. (Usually in the most inconvenient place.) Two splices... not good, since I buy short lengths, but hey, stuff happens. But FIVE? Sorry, no.
I unwound this and immediately found two cut ends, which I thought was a good sign, but then there were two more, and another two... I did get a long unspliced piece in the middle, but I have never seen a mess like this before in an 80 yard length of cord.
I only ordered one of these to try as a sample, and I'm glad I didn't order several different colors. Time to go back to my old source.
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These cut like I expect. These scissors cut smoothly. Many scissors leave my nails with ragged edges that snag fabric and stuff. These cut like I expect. They are rather powerful and should have no problem cutting most people's finger and toe nails. The holes fit large fingers. I'm very hopeful of the screwless design (ring lock system). My previous favorite scissors finally stopped working because the screw would stay in any longer. These scissors look great. The dull gray metal looks special. The ring lock and styling is not only functional but visually appealing. The bad thing is the price. However, I believe I have gotten what I paid for with these scissors. I bought two other pairs of scissors that were cheaper, but they were also unsatisfactory. These are excellent, and I bet I can get 10 years use from them which will make them a bargain!
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Too small. First of all, if you're buying for a child that has sensory processing disorder (SPD) or autism, move on.
My 5yr old nephew has SPD and really loves the larger glitter wands (a foot long). These held no interest what so ever. They are just too small to allow him to zone and relax.
(FYI: He did love the Water Wiggles with objects floating inside that we purchased him. Hes had them in his hands non-stop)
Besides that, I bought these for $13... but the day before these arrived... I found them at a novelty/party supply store for a $1 a piece. Do yourself a favor and check there first and save yourself some money.
They are six inches and the size of my pinky in circumference.
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I really like adding my tree scented essential oils to the little . These little wooden hearts are exactly as they are pictured. They look so cute I knew they could have many purposes. I ordered them as I had one specific purpose in mind. So I ordered my hundred pieces of 20 millimeter heart shaped wood slices and waited for them to arrive. Perfectly packaged in a reclosable ziplock bag when you take one out you can feel that they are all sanded perfectly smooth. There is no woodworking that needs to be done with these cute little hearts. None of them were flawed and color or shape or texture. Every one of the 100 hearts was made to specification. I am using these twenty-millimeter heart shaped wood slices as carriers for essential oils in my homemade products. One or two little drops of an essential oil on those little wooden hearts and leave them to allow the oil to soak into the wood and the wood holds the scent for quite a while. It has been several days and the aroma is still there and as strong as it was on the very first day. I really like adding my tree scented essential oils to the little wooden hearts as it kind of all comes together however they are also great with citrus and also with you're stronger oils like eucalyptus and peppermint. I'm looking forward to making some with my Balsam Pines and cinnamons for a great Christmas Aroma. I think I could put several and a little dish and it would be aromatic for a small area like a foyer. I am very happy with my purchase and the fun projects that I am getting to do with them. I enjoy playing with them in my evenings. I received my bag of 100 pieces of 20 millimeter heart shaped wood slices at a reduced price and exchange to try them out and see how they work for my intended purpose and then come here and leave my review.
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Not that useful. I was underwhelmed by this tool. It's kind of fiddly to set up and not too easy to use. You can only cut fringes 1/2" wide or wider. Really, it should have enough blades to do 1/4" inch fringe. The fringe can be up to 8" long which I think is sufficient. It has 5 blades and if you want a long piece of fringe, you must cut a fringe, move everything over, re-secure it, cut another, etc. Very tedious and honestly I think its faster to use scissors. It will cut through multiple pieces of tissue or paper at once. I did have problems with it cutting all the way to the edge - if you lift up slightly as you cut you're left with a fringe that's not cut completely along its length. Of course in Martha fashion, the pictures of suggested uses are somehow way better than reality.
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Spend the extra for an Xacto. I purchased this knife from a retailer and I implore you to spend the extra money and buy an Xacto knife!
When I purchased this knife I hadn't realized that no sheath was included before purchasing this set. I opened the package at my kitchen table, turned around and walked about 2 feet to my kitchen counter to retrieve an old Xacto knife sheath from my sewing kit. When I went to put the sheath on the Revell knife I discovered the blade was missing. There was a large canvas shopping tote hanging from the chair where I opened the package and a backpack on the chair as well as carpet all around. I did an extensive search in a 2 foot radius in which I'd opened the package but I couldn't find the blade. I assumed I'd tipped the knife over the recycling bin at the corner of the cabinet where my sewing kit resides and the blade had fallen in there. The recycling bin was full so it wasn't feasible or safe to search through it for the blade.
About 3 weeks later I took the tote that had been hanging on the chair grocery shopping. I was taking the tote downstairs later that evening to put the groceries away and felt something poking me in the thigh just below my hip. I reached my left hand down to move the bag off my leg thinking I'd inadvertently picked up a pine needle. When I pushed the tote off my leg, I immediately felt hotness and dripping from my hand. Upon inspection of my hand there was a 2" long gash from base to head across the proximal phalanx of my left middle finger. The gash was deep enough that it necessitated stitches. Luckily the blade didn't go deep enough to cut the tendons as it would have severed them since it went from the right to the left side of the proximal phalange which would have necessitated surgery to reattach. As the incident occurred at night, I couldn't just visit my doctor for stitches, I had to go to the emergency room. The bill for that was expensive, though the cost could have been exponentially higher had the blade severed the tendons or hit bone and required a visit to the hand surgeon.
These knives are a little cheaper than Xacto knives, but the cost savings is NOT worth it! I have never bought an Xacto knife where the blade wasn't factory tightened into the shaft.
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We are going to do this very soon. I am so excited to teach this technique to my kids, for those who have never used it, do a simple you tube search on marbling. Basically you get a big pan of water, than add a dot of color, than put another color in the middle of that dot and so on. Get construction paper, or something thick, and it absorbs the picture you made in the water!! This is so fun, and a kit will last a long time. You could even use this in classrooms. It didn't work well at all with printer paper, but construction paper was good. There is another technique that is included in the box as well, but I haven't learned how to do it... I thought this would be very costly, and was surprised to see if wasn't, so I had to order it. I homeschool my daughter and the bulk of her learning is with arts and crafts. I think we will do this, this week. If so, I'll be sure to take pictures to upload here later. We will do it outside on the carport. I'm not worried about the marbling dye, but the water pan! I'm just going to use a shallow storage bin. I hope this helps
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Fantastic. This is fantastic! You can easily punch multiple sheets with no jamming or difficulty. This is important to me since my fingers are not very strong. It has a nice tray to catch the hole punches for quick and easy disposal. The guide on the end makes it easy to line up accurately and helps hold the paper in place. It is sleek looking and durable. The shiny black handle can be polished to a shine. The handle locks back down when you're finished to make more room in the cabinet or drawer, although it would look great sitting out in the open on a desk. All the holes are cut cleanly and all the way through (unless you overload it). There is an area on the outside that helps you see when the chip holder is full and needs emptying. Perfect gift for a teacher or someone who works in an office.
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Best Folding Scissors out there. Best folding scissors I've run across! I purchased these to replace an el cheapo pair of folding scissors that came with a GI sewing kit (that broke immediately when I was unfolding it). I read a lot of reviews for various folders - I liked the look of these black 'tactical' folders, and with reviews decided on these. GLAD I DID. These are heavy duty scissors. No, they are not cut-yourself sharp, but are not intended to do surgery! Cut paper, thread, small things, bandages - this is perfect.
Back of package:
-rust proof zinc handles
-heat treated stainless steel blades
LIFETIME GUARANTEE
MADE IN USA (actually in Sweet Home, OR)
I don't mind paying a bit more when these things will last forever. May buy a few for stocking stuffers!
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Good Quality for scrapbooking, but collage. The colors of this paper are remarkably intense for each color- a red delicious apple, light and fluffy pink, viney green, ect. The texture of the paper is smooth and satisfying to the touch, looks very high quality.
I bought this paper to use in my mixed media journaling. I use a lot of liquid glue and mod podg-ish adhesives and when a wet product is applied to the paper's surface, it crinkles beyond belief. If it doesn't crinkle in an uneven way, the corners curl very bad. That's not to say that if you use it for some other purpose, that it won't work great for you, but wet products are an issue. For the overall crafting recommendation, I say you should play with it at least once to see if it's a paper that could serve you well. Just beware if you ever hope to spread glue all over it!
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Excellent Value. When I was shopping around for a hole puncher to get through huge Powerpoint handouts from school, I was originally looking for one with a lever handle because they worked the smoothest and the easiest in my prior experience. Those types were priced at $60-$80 and reviews were riddled with complaints of equipment failure, I figured I would settle for the cheapest of the category and bought this one. Now, I would say I've far from settled. This model looks sleek and punches holes easily with the lightest effort. I'd say it works as well as or better than any I've used at a library or computer lab, and easily with less effort getting through the paper than any standard hole punch I've ever used. The paper guide is fixed in place for standard printer paper, but that makes it idiot-proof for me since that's all I wanted it for. Couldn't ask for more, and the price is MUCH cheaper than I expected to blow on it.
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Big and hard to open, but nicely made. I'm not a big man, but I can handle most tools, knives, & etc. fairly well. This thing is way too big. Not just for my hand, but to be handy for whittling. I cannot manipulate the knife in a delicate and accurate manner. Secondly, it is VERY difficult to open, seriously difficult. The thumb notch and groove are tiny. That and the hinge is awfully tight. Combined with the razor-like quality of the blades it is an accident waiting to happen.
On the plus side, it has a nice utilitarian finish with brushed steel and unfinished wood. Some have complained about this, but I see it was a feature. It's the kind of handle that won't be prone to slipping if your hands are sweaty. And the blades really are razor sharp! Maybe a bit too sharp. You definitely need finger guards.
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Cute accents but prepare to use glue dots. I love these little accents that I am using in my hand-made diary. This diary is important bc I am ill w chronic Dz that is progressive (meaning it'll take my life)!
Thus I'm making this one w my favorite pics, lots of little accents, etc. It's called SN@P bc it's a 3-ring binder, very sturdy, and it comes w it's own hard card stock that I add to. It looks pretty good I gotta say BUT it's more important that it's PERSONAL for my 2 kids that I love SOOO much! I don't want to leave them and I hope this journal will show that my love for them is NEVER-ENDING & it's STRONGER than death!!
I feel like my kids are LUCKY bc they'll have something "tangible" they can hold on to & read & read again! I am proud to make it for them!
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Well worth it. I was tired of paying frame store prices for picture mats when I felt I could mat my pictures for half the price. I gave this five stars because it does what it says it will do and is pretty easy once you get the hang of it. Logan's website has how-to videos, which are also helpful. If you are attempting a double mat, be sure to read the instructions and watch the video because it will help you cut the perfect double mat. Go ahead and purchase extra blades at the same time because you will need them. My good review notwithstanding, I wish I had spent $25 extra and purchased the Classic mat cutting kit. It has everything this mat kit has plus a mat guide that would make measuring and cutting that much easier. Oh, and I asked my local frame store how much they would have charged me for cutting my double mat and they said $30!
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Well made tool but be careful. This is my first draw knife so, don't expect a very technical review. I think the quality is very good. I don't know much about steel for draw knives but, mora blades are considered very good. I mainly want to point out if like me you are new to draw knives something I didn't consider when choosing this one. Most or many have handles that come out more perpendicular to the blade. This one looked more controllable for the light work I want to do. With these handles it is very easy to let your thumbs move onto the blade when pulling it towards you (which I believe is the proper technique). I haven't done that yet but, I did something similar with a carpet knife once (think double sided razor blade) and it wasn't fun. I'm not stupid. I know to be careful. But when your working on projects it's very easy for you attention to drift to what you are working on forget about what you're doing. Next thing you know your pressing a thumb onto a razor sharp blade. If you do this, by the time you feel it, it will too late. Don't know if this could be made with guards but, every time I look at it I think it should have them.
Edit 12/13/2013. Interesting if you look at moras website they show this knife being pushed not pulled
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Would be perfect if mine didn't break on day 1. Received just in time like promised and was well packaged! It works great and did a good job when I did a little test picture on a heart shaped piece of wood I purchased from hobby lobby... The bad side and reason I was unhappy was because once I moved onto my second project in the same day not very long using it the pointed tip just snapped off...Was using it properly not putting weight on it or anything and it snapped off at the threads...Luckily amazon is awesome and is sending me a replacement kit and I am mailing this kit back but I was very disappointed in the fact that it broke so easily! Hopefully I just got a defected one and the next is perfect!
Still recommend buying this because it burns through wood like butter!
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Stylish Smurf Soot Shmorgishborg. I was thrilled to open my delivered parcel today knowing that within this lonely box sat my new tools for crafty goodness. I ripped through the packaging like Dean Winchester digging into a delicious pie.
I knew the craftsmanship would leave something to be desired but I came to the conclusion that these mighty tools would work just fine for my needs.
Upon opening, I was puzzled by the unique shade of blue my hands had turned. What sorcery is this? The more I handled the case, the more blue I became!
The tools themselves seem to be in good, if not poorly made, condition but I already expected that. I had not considered that I might be dealing with a cursed object! Luckily, some wet wipes and soapy water was strong enough to battle the cobalt curse. I can only assume this was some dastardly design made by some evil Smurf sorcerers in hopes of adding to their dwindling population.
There was one bit that left me pondering their plot, the glue used to hold down the magic magnetic strip was indeed still wet. They must've just finished their work before shipping it to my house.
All in all, I have beaten the cobalt curse. I wouldn't recommend this product to anyone else. They may not be as lucky as I
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MADE IN USA not China as stated in Amazon description. MADE IN USA printed on the packaging and on the tool itself.
The Amazon description says that it is made in China this should be corrected.
It was a nice surprise to see this as I always try to buy American made items.
I just rec'd this today and was playing around with it on some scrap basswood. Pretty cool !!!
Used 3 of the tips and it seemed to function and heat up well enough for my purposes.
Also seems easy to hold and maneuver but this is my first tool of this type so I have no other point of reference.
If the tool does not crap out on me right away as some have reported then I am satisfied that it was $20 well spent.
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I am done with Flexcut and that is a shame because they are such good wood carvers if only they could improve their quality. Just received my Whittlin Jack and after opening I discovered the large blade has a lot of side to side travel. Quality seems to be a problem with Flexcut carving knives. I bought the Flexcut Pocket Jack back in May 2017 and the rivets stuck out too far and the emblem on the handle has come off and the paint on the handle is coming off. I emailed Flexcut about the pocket jack and still waiting for a response. I will return the Whittlin Jack received on 7/13/17. I am done with Flexcut and that is a shame because they are such good wood carvers if only they could improve their quality. I have a old timer and a rough rider pocket knives made in China that are of better quality. You would think made in America would be better than made in China. Flexcut should be ashamed.
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Worthless hunk of junk. I have never been enraged by a sketchbook before, but congrats Ucreate. You have set me over the line.
First off, the positives. This sketchbook is rather big. It's got a lot of space to draw on and the rings are fairly sturdy.
That is about all the positive things I can say for this sketchbook.
The paper quality is horrible. Yes, just like it says on the product information, the paper is fairly thick. However no matter WHAT medium you use, such as colored pencils, charcoal, copic markers and watercolor, or even regular graphite pencil lead, the paper tears. Really bad. I couldn't finish any colored pencil pieces in here because of how much tearing was happening! It gets frustrating really fast. The brand of pencil/art supply doesn't matter. It WILL tear the paper. I tried my Prismacolor Verithins, my Prismacolor soft cores, and just regular cheap colored pencils, and they all teared the paper. I did a pencil only piece and it could barely take even that much. Not only does the paper tear easily, markers bleed through and colored pencil lead bleeds upon adding a Workable Fixatif spray as well, which has ruined several of my pieces.
I'd say the only good thing that could make you want this sketchbook is if you only want to do basic sketches and nothing more. Do not buy this if you're thinking of doing any finished pieces. Period.
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Great for DIY. These are great for some DIY! They are sharp (careful!) so they easily pierced through fabric of normal thickness. They do take quite a bit of trial and error to get them lined up just right with others you've already installed but once you do they look great! They weren't too hard to bend (I used a cloth over the top and pliers). Overall these are great and I plan to put them to long term use in some homemade leather purses! I'd recommend these to any DIYer.
I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest opinion. I make my recommendations as though a good friend or family member was to read my review. I rely on Amazon reviews to purchase products as well so I always give my honest opinion! Please let me know if you do not find my review helpful and I will strive to answer your questions.
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Strong Adhesive, Packaging Needs Improvement. My first time using this adhesive was for a wedding veil. I sewed satin ribbon trim to the tulle then stitched beads to the ribbon. This adhesive worked great to help attach the beads to the ribbon! It would have taken me three times as long to hand stitch every single bead - instead I was able to stitch them in groups of about 5 since the adhesive worked so well to help secure them. It dried clear and ever so slightly stiff. Since then I have used this adhesive in many other instances of gluing fabrics. It is very strong and I generally like the product.
The tiny cap, however, (different than pictured) does not stay on very well. It must be secured with tape when not in use. STORE UPRIGHT, do not store bottle on its side or the glue will leak out!
Adhesive has a strong chemical odor - use in a well-ventillated area.
Cut a very small opening to create a thin steady line or else the glue will come out too strong and heavy.
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Great for the small details-do not last as long as I hoped. update: After using these for several weeks, we found that they did not hold up. Some of the tips came off. We were not rough with them. We used them as they were supposed to be used. Kind of disappointed. I expected these to be tools we would have for a while, not disposable tools.
My daughter and I have recently gotten into sculpting with clay. We use air dry and bake clay. Since the Foxnovo Fimo Clay Sculpting Shapers had Fimo Clay in the name, we decided to try them out first on Fimo Polymer Clay. The tools work surprisingly well. I honestly did not think such little silicone tips could do so much. We were able to smooth and carve the clay with more detail than without these tools. We do have other clay tools but they are much bigger than these tools. I can see how an artist would need multiple sizes of tools. I would not want to smooth an entire large clay piece with these but that is not their purpose. (At least I do not think so - I am just a beginner at sculpting.) But these were just wonderful for the details. We also tried using these tools with air dry clay. They seemed to work fine on that as well.
These tools are great for beginner sculpters. Each tool is about six inches long, including the tip. The black part is plastic and the silver is metal. The silicone tips are between 3/16 of an inch, 1/4 of an inch long and about 1/8 inch wide. The tool feels like a paint brush in the hand. Very easy to use. The tools came in a protective plastic pouch that could be used for storage. (although I do not know how long it would last) We chose to keep these in a bin with the rest of our clay tools.
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The system worked beautifully at first. The system worked beautifully at first.. meaning the first time it was used. The frame and inserts swell as they absorb water, and they don't shrink when they dry. The second use required a bit of work to get the inserts into the frame. I'm now on my third or fourth use, and I have to put the inserts in the frame and then stand on the set to get them flush. It's almost impossible to remove the inserts when a piece is finished. I use the back of a needle tool as a lever, and the inserts bend and finished pieces warp, defeating the purpose.
For reference, I throw on Mondays and trim on Thursdays. The bats are allowed to rest/dry until I throw again.
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Buying this today for the second time. Good for some things, terrible for others. Keep those straight and you'll be happy. This product is good for very specific things and terrible for others.
I had a plastic tortise shell eyeglass frame that had a small chunk broken and missing, and used this product to fill in the missing area so the lens would stop falling out. I built it up with several layers, and in the end the repair was not visible. It doesn't seem to be a weight bearing bond and it absolutely does *not* work if you are trying to sandwich two pieces together. (It would not work for gluing a handle back onto a mug) The curing light has to be able to reach all of the liquid, so it can be very effective at filling in surface dings or repairs, but will not work anywhere where the glue will be hidden. (don't try to glue a decorative plate back together with it or to glue a heel back onto a shoe-- that won't work because you can't get the light in between the pieces.)
This isn't crazy glue. It's liquid plastic that you can harden when you are ready to do so. Expect it to be what it is and it will be itself very well.
As for the light, it can be activated two ways: there is an on/off switch for a steady glow, or you can just squeeze/pinch the"belly" of the flashlight for a temporary glow which will shut off when you release it.
I've repaired several things with this product (and had one spectacular fail). I like it for the things it does work for, and have used it up, so I am reordering. It's a handy thing to have on hand.
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Good assortment of crafts in one package. I was pulling together easy kid crafts for a weekend with my 4 year old nephew, and this seemed like a good way to get different items without spending a fortune on large quantities of stuff. The price was right for the amount of items - I felt it was a great deal.
He loved it! I also bought some popsicle sticks and foam boards and we had fun making pipe cleaner critters, googly-eyed pompom monsters, and much more! Just make sure you buy glue that specifically works on fabric or pompoms - your basic Elmer's just stays wet and doesn't adhere very well! Lesson learned quickly when the little guy's creations wouldn't stay together. Luckily I am a crafter and had some alternative glue on hand that worked just great. Crisis averted!
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Don't go by your shipping dates. Purchased this maybe a month ago, for use at work. I am a mailman and needed a sturdy keyring for my truck keys, clusterbox keys etc... And needed a few of them figuring I would go through them fast since I use my keys ALL DAY LONG. About a week had
passed and I didn't not get my rings, (I had ordered many other things that week from amazon, and these slipped my mind.) When I finally went to my account to track them the dates for me getting my rings were over a month off. DON'T GO BY THESE DATES. I got my key rings maybe a few days after looking to see when i was going to receive them. I don't know why it was projected a month or longer wait. But it was more like a 2 weeks, which still sucked...but I tend to look on the bright side of things!
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Kill-A-Watt measure this at 75Watts and it's been a very good hot glue gun with minor issues. But still recommened. This has been a very good glue gun. Using my Kill-a-watt I measure 130Watts at start up and in 30 seconds I'm ready to glue. From there is settles down to about 70W but will go back up as you feed the glue sticks.
My complaints are:
Trigger is too short. If it was a little longer, I could use two fingers. As it is now, it's 1.5 fingers
Sometimes does not want to feed, this is very true when the stick is short. You always need to have a full/long stick going. So what I do is dab a little hot glue on the new stick and then glue it to the one in the gun so there is always a stream of glue stick. Doing this solves most of the feed problems. (But not 100%)
I still recommend it because for the price (less than a jackson) it's as good as you can get at this price point.
But I am looking for a good cordless because sometimes the cord thing is a pain.
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This tape is fine for cards and flat projects. I agreed to review product after purchasing at a discounted price. This is more sticky than my current Rubber Stamp Concepts tear tape. As others have said it is a bit more difficult to take the backing off but that's what you get with more stickiness. I was hoping this might work instead of red tape (which can be very pricey). I made a gift box and it lasted for several weeks and is now coming apart. For long term/gift box projects, I will still use red tape. Costwise, I get more yardage from my Rubber Stamp Concept tear tape for a cheaper price. This tape is fine for cards and flat projects, ribbon, and glitter. It was easy to tear.
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Excellent all-in-one starter kit. Excellent all-in-one kit! My 10 yo niece was very impressed with my new quilling kit having pieced her own quilling supplies together over the years after starting with a different book/kit about paper twirling... She definitely recommends this kit for beginners, as do I. Storage box is conveniently double-sided. I can fit a small scissors in the divided side with all of the included tools and an extra 100pack of quilling paper in the undivided side (with the small "basic" instruction book and other included papers/cardstock). Plenty of quilling books available through my local library to teach additional techniques and spark project ideas. But this is a great kit to just start playing with!!
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Copics are not that great for Marker Paper. I actually don't recommend any marker paper for copics except maybe for their own brand and here's why. Copics are mostly popular for their high quality ink that blends. With maker paper you can't really do that because instead of the ink settling in with the paper it just sits there all watery. Also instead of blending the other color would just push it out of the way creating a really ugly look. I can say though that it doesn't bleed like most papers and wastes less ink. But use card stock instead. It's cheaper, it let your colors blend well and at the end of the day all that matters is that your picture turns out looking right even though you use a little bit more ink. Better than messy! But this paper would probably rock if you're using prismacolor markers...
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I got it because it is supposed to be easy to punch out the holes. I just got this in the mail today and was anxious to try it with some of the bottle cap pictures I've downloaded from Esty. This works as advertised but I had a hard time getting it to release. I don't have arthritis but I do have Lupus and trying to squeeze the handle to get the holes cut was hard. I got it because it is supposed to be easy to punch out the holes. I'm going to try it with other types of paper. I used Premium Card Stock and covered my pictures in Super Gloss Mod Podge so that could be the issue with cutting through the paper. I'm going to try with regular paper to see if that's easier to release my projects.
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Adhesive Doesn't Pick Up Vinyl Well. This was the first transfer tape I ever bought, but have since bought a different transfer tape that has shown me exactly how bad this transfer tape is. I spent a lot of time burnishing the transfer tape onto my vinyl, over every single part of it, to get it to pick up the vinyl. I always use Oracal 651 and 631. Once I spent time doing that, it transferred to whichever medium I was using well, but the adhesive was just so weak when I was trying to lift my designs off the vinyl backing. It also left a residue where the grid lines are on the vinyl itself because I had to rub it so hard just to get it to stick to the vinyl. I wouldn't recommend this unless you want to spend a ton of time burnishing the transfer tape to your vinyl as you're trying to pick it up.
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Learn To Make Your Own Paper. We attended a Maker Faire and my daughter (very into the arts) didn't want to leave the paper making booth. For Christmas we got her this kit. It was perfect! All the materials needed to make paper. You'll need an old or purchase a cheap blender to turn the scraps of paper into mush and a couple plastic dish sinks unless you don't mind making a huge mess in your kitchen sink. The screens are small (5x7), so if you want to make a full sheet you will need to purchase a bigger one or it can be made easily with a few pieces of scrap wood and screen. We spent an afternoon with the neighbor kids one winter day making paper. They loved it. We've since purchased more money flakes to make more paper. Be prepared to make a mess! Children will need to be supervised.
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but for Halloween our little one wanted to be Disgust from Inside Out. We have never used face paint of any sort before (too messy) but for Halloween our little one wanted to be Disgust from Inside Out...complete with a green body. With that said, I wanted to make sure to find a paint that would be safe, gentle and not be overly messy. I did so much searching online to fine a great and safe product and I am so glad we found Beetastic! Not only were they super helpful and answered our question regarding how much we would need for the costume almost immediately, but she even tried it out on her little to ensure I didn't buy too much (even sent me a photo). The customer service alone would have gotten 5 stars but the product is great too! Add water and paint! The paint drys quickly and leaves a beautiful matte finish which means it will not rub off by touching it. We attended our family's annual Halloween party where our little one wore a wool lined jacket and at the end of the night, the only place there was paint on the inside was the underarms (which is to be expected...she danced the night away!) and no where else and it washed out. Not my car, our family members, no where else! To say it was awesome for this first-time-face-paint user is simply not enough!
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