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make some candles and I thought it would be fun to make my wife one from one of our . I am not a real crafty person but my daughter wanted to make some candles and I thought it would be fun to make my wife one from one of our favorite wine bottles. After watching a few videos I decided to go with a bottle cutter vs fire and string or other options. This was amazingly easy to use. I used the bottle cutter to score the bottle and then use hot and cold water to finish the cut. I have done 2 bottles and so far they are clean and straight cuts. The only small issue I have had is that adjusting the plates to change where you are making the score on the bottle are hard to adjust. There is a wingnut but even when it is loosened it is still hard to move the parts back and forth.
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Good product for the hobbyist. I was working on a small project and figured I'd give this a try. I've used Smooth-On products before, so I know that you get a good product. I was working on a small project with a small budget to play with (and I like to experiment with different materials) and this did the job. In hindsight, I should have purchased a silicone with a lower shore value since my mold had some undercuts and this tears pretty easily if you aren't careful de-molding, but I did a few small tests and was prepared to be very careful and had no problems. Only drawback is the 6 hour de-mold time. I'm used to products that set in under an hour, but I knew from the description what I was getting so my impatience is my own fault. LOL On the plus side, having 30 minutes of working time is a definite plus (as opposed to 5 to 10 minutes that I'm used to). It captures the detail very nicely and works well with Plat-Sil thickener to thicken it up for brushing on in places where it can tend to drip down. I've made multiple castings from my mold and it's holding up perfectly.
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This is to "die" for. This is a great machine, user friendly and fun to anticipate the results each time!
First time users: Expect some initial confusion learning some of the names of the tools: extended multipurpose platform, impressions pad, silicone rubber mat
, etc. Most of these accessories have to be purchased separately, so make sure you add them with your order if there is a specific item you want to do that requires it.
Another learning curve is familiarizing yourself with the die names such as: Thinlits, wafer-thin die, Framelits, etc. Also building "a sandwich" takes time to learn, Videos help.
Also be prepared to see one of the acrylic boards get scratched. I though I had done something wrong, but that is the way it was supposed to be.
I just have this machine as you can use some of the other brand dies and embossing folders with it.
Good luck and have fun!
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I love this clay. The great thing about this clay is, it's so clean. It doesn't stick to my hands at all. It doesn't irritate or dry my skin. It's easy to work with. I like the feel of the texture. It's very soft and smooth. I used the clay to make a hand print of 1 month old baby. It held nice detail and became a great keepsake. I guess you can do the same with animals paw prints.
Since it's clean, my kids like to work with Delight. It's easy to hand form.
After it air dries in a day or so, it becomes very lightweight, so good for making wearable art too. Delight is pure white. It's takes any paint color very well.(acrylic, marker, stamp, ink, etc.)
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Best Face Paint On Market. I initially purchased this product for my daughter's Elementary School carnival last year. In years prior paint was borrowed from the art teacher but when I took over the event I didn't think the paint used in the art class was appropriate for children's faces. This paint, however, is specifically made for painting skin. Our carnival attracts over 500 children each year and this product goes a long way. It is super easy to apply, covers without looking streaky, and looks great on the skin. There is even a brochure included with easy to follow step-by-step instructions on painting various designs. Anyone can do it. It is also great because it is easy to store this product for a year and you don't have to worry about it drying up. I love this Snazaroo Face Paint and I'm going to buy another kit to have at home for Halloween and when my daughter and her friends want to face paint.
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Update: Too good to be true. Update: Reviewed too soon! Fell apart in less than 6 months. I stand by my review of the metal and design. Problem is that...THE PLASTIC HANDLES ARE NOT ATTACHED TO THE BLADES. Let me say that again: they are attached in no way! The blades are incredible and they will cut through anything. They are also great about not rusting--even in the dishwasher. BUT...the plastic handles just slide onto the blades. After awhile, they also easily slide off--which is obviously a problem. There seams to be a very small bump at the end of the blade, so the plastic must angle by about 5*, but this happens easily and involuntarily. Bummer!
Original Review: Unbelievable quality. These will last for decades. I was looking for kitchen scissors, and I almost fell for the MacGyver-"97 functions"-plastic-junk scissors. These are not made specifically for the kitchen, but they are definitely the best scissors I've ever used. They are thick and sturdy, but lightweight. They have microscopic serration, and the action is smooth and sharp.
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These scissors don't cut. The scissors would not cut the length of the blade. When I opened the packaging I noticed that the tip of each of the scissors had a gap between the blades, and could not close together without great force. This reduced the length of blades I could use to cut. As I tried to open a bag of frozen food I couldn't get the scissors blades to line up properly to cut through the bag.
These do however work well to open things like boxes or envelopes. Since a single side of the scissors is sharp I can run it along the edge of the tape closing a box or under the flap of the envelope. Using a single blade is easy and efficient, but normally you would use a different tool for this function.
I tried all of the scissors in the pack with the same results. I was very disappointed by this product.
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Horrible - cheap plastic that bends when used. Picked this up for my 8 year old daughter thinking she would love it. She did UNTIL she was 1/2 done.
- Cheap plastic loom. Plastic pegs too short and bend causing the loops to slip off. I had to put the last 4 loops on and almost threw it away because they kept popping off.
- Loops were inconsistent. Some were raggedy, some were "fat", some didn't even fit across the loom.
- In order to finish the potholder, you need either needle/thread or crochet hook/yarn (not provided)
You know, people say things made in China are poor quality. Well, this is "Made in the U.S.A." according to the package. Junk :-(
I think the idea is good and my daughter really liked it initially but I would look for a quality one with good/great reviews or quality materials (metal loom).
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DIY Dreams. As a fan of Dewalt products, it's hard for me to want to switch up what's in my tool box. But they only make a corded version <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/DEWALT-Rapid-Heat-Ceramic-Glue-Gun/dp/B00FI6QWBM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">DEWALT Rapid Heat Ceramic Glue Gun</a> and sometimes cordless is just better.
Right out of the box you notice it is incredibly lightweight compared to other cordless tools. It fits very well in the hand. It hits up in 90 seconds, pretty quick and has a good glue chamber size. The trigger is a little stiff at first as you melt the glue into the chamber, but once it melts it is much easier to dispense. THe nozzle is a good size, allowing you to control the flow of the, and the trigger provides enough feedback to help you gauge getting it out.
I tested it in constructing some woodworking jigs and the bond was good and best of all it was quick. I'm sold.
FEATURES:
> Lithium battery (up to 3 hours of battery life for the serious crafter)
> 90 Second heat up time
> 125W heater
> Dispenses long lines of glue
> Precision nozzle
> Battery compatible with the 20V* MAX System
> Countless applications
BONDS:
> Wood
> Plastic
> Metal
> Glass
INCLUDES:
(1) BDCGG20 20v MAX Cordless Glue Gun
(1) 20V MAX Lithium Ion battery
(1) LCS1620 Charger
(2) 8 Glue Sticks
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Fun and easy to use. <div id="video-block-R3DB7NJLF8QLPC" class="a-section a-spacing-small a-spacing-top-mini video-block"></div><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/E1PMg7CXkiS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/01GOIGMmlZS.png" class="video-slate-img-url"> This is a pretty cool face painting kit. It is also a prime example of how reading the instructions is good. I have used many face painting kits. They are typically a grease paint. This is a water based paint and with that in mind, works better with a damp brush or sponge. If you watch my video, the first kiddo I just used the kit as I would any kit I had used before, with a dry sponge and brush. It worked, but was more difficult then need be. Oops, that is all me. For the second kid I had read the box and she had a much easier time with a damp brush and sponge. The colors spread far easier. This will probably give your kit a longer life too. Our only complaint with this kit, was the lack of a black paint. We had a ton of fun with this product. We highly recommend it.
I purchased this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. This opinion is my own and is in no way influenced by this discount.
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Smells Absolutely Awful. I could smell this object even before I'd completely opened the package. A raw, chemical smell like some kind of toxic waste dump. Washing does not improve it. The smell is slightly dizzying.
The mold also sticks to anything you set it on.
In addition, the cavities are so small that making soaps from this mold is laughable. How would you wash your hands with a soap the size of a grape?
However, I continued my experiment with this thing and actually made some tiny soaps with it. The soaps themselves picked up the chemical reek of the mold. Interesting scent: Plastics Factory Essential Oil. Sure to beat out lavender at the next craft fair.
Soaps AND mold are going into the garbage can ASAP. One star isn't a bad enough review. Zero would be too positive. Amazon--can we have NEGATIVE stars? This one would get about a minus five if I had that option.
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My new toy and so excited. This is MY new toy ;) I am so excited. This was definitely a great buy for me. I actually have to be in the room near my doors to hear someone knock... until now. I have been living in my home for 25 + years and I never had a door bell. I didn't want to have to run lines. But, this wireless door bell works perfect !! The best thing is that I can plug it from room to room. I played with it a while. I am just tickled. I put the boxes in two rooms that my son and husband were in and they didn't know. I pushed the button a few times to tease them. They didn't know I had the set and the door bell button in my hand and had no idea where the music was coming from either. It was fun. The next time my son doesn't wake to his alarm clock, I will be pushing this bell on purpose.
There are 52 tones and music tunes. Mine plays "oh my darling, oh my darling clemintine" tune... at least that is what I think the tune is anyway. There are so many options. I can change them as much as I want and when Christmas gets here, I will be playing Christmas tunes.
I thought it was going to be time consuming to put this door bell up and get it to working. It took me less than 5 minutes to figure out which melody that I wanted and set it up. I love, love this door bell set and now my main wants one too. She already has a wired door bell but loves this one more. I think I will be getting her and my sister one for Christmas.
I recieved this set at a slight discount to review and give my honest and unbiased opinion.
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Super quality, excellent value, and prompt safe shipping. Excellent value! We needed 14... to make stair runner rods (cheating, I know... ). Bought the end brackets for stair rods on sale, but OMG, the metal rods are soooo expensive. Planning on painting the dowels to match the end brackets... for a fraction of the final cost that typical metal stair rods would cost. This bundle of 25 cost about the same as 14 would have cost at Lowes... Hubby said the extras we'll be getting from this bundle of 25 is awesome (apparently if you're a woodworker you can never have too many dowels... who knew???). The quality appears to be excellent... and I'm guessing they're birch?? VERY pleased!!!
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Good Product, Good Sized Hearts, a bit difficult to cut with different papers. I purchased this item a few weeks ago and have been using in on different papers. I used it on vellum and it made a great clearn cut. Then I used it on card stock, it was a bit difficult to punch and had to press down twice to ensure an accurate cut. The cuts were pretty clean, though one out of 20 or so had rough edges. But for the most part, it is exactly as describes. It's easy to move around paper as it has 4 strong magnets; however, it you cut small card stock, you need to properly position the paper and then hold it with one finger in place, then let the top touch down on the magnets (it has a strong pull), sometimes the paper moves and you need to reposition it, which is a pain. The size of the hearts are fairly a bit size, but perfect for cut outs where you will put something in the middle or use as confetti around larger items on tables. I cut out pieces of cardstock to use for some wine charms attachments, and then used the centered cut out hearts for the top of favor boxes. Which you get two in one use. It's difficult to handle if you do not use it on a table. I tried to do it by hand on several occassions, but found it easier to use against a hard surface and press down. What's great about it, is if you keep it in place and just move the paper, you get a nice neat stack of hearts that you can use for later. Downfall, some times the pieces do not align just right and it takes a couple of tries to get it to work. Also, if you are using sparkly type cardstock, it is easier to put the flat side against the bottom of the stamp and the sparkly side towards the top because the paper does not move around as much.
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Nice compact loom. This loom is basically exactly what it looks like / claims it is.
There is the base where the loom pieces fit into so that you have a steady piece to hold onto and work with (also makes it handy for when you want to use two sizes together as you can attach one of the larger pieces and smaller ones at the same time).
The directions for a basic flower are easy to follow, though this loom has plenty of uses beyond that. I provided a picture showing how I made two different flowers. Once was made looping wire around the loom and then wrapping the center with yarn, the other is just yarn woven on the loom. You could knit on it though there are no notches on the pegs to hold the yarn so it'd not be the ideal loom for that. Searching online will find you much better directions than the simple short ones than come with it.
If there is a negative to this, it's that the plastic needle seems a bit flimsy. It has taken my abuse so far, but I do keep worrying that I am going to break it. I'll likely replace it with a metal one.
The plastic dome cover keeps everything together nicely. I'm definitely not sorry that I bought it.
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Great spinning wheel to learn on. I am a male that stands 6'4", so I wanted to sit and try a wheel before I plunked down my hard earned money. I went to The Mannings (a fiber shop that gives many classes), and sat at every wheel that was under $500 (my self imposed limit). Every other wheel hit my knees or was awkward to sit at to spin. When I sat down at the Kiwi, it just fit! It felt like it was made for me. I can't speak for shorter people, but if you have any height, I think you will like the Kiwi. Wonder of wonders, when I looked at the price tag, it was the least expensive wheel that they sold. Man, can you beat that! I have now gone through at least 3-4 pounds of roving, and love the Kiwi even more. If you can afford it, get the Jumbo Spinning Head. It makes plying much easier and I like the slightly slower speed of the Jumbo head. By the way, you can still use the regular bobbins on the Jumbo head. I spin onto the regular bobbins, then ply onto the Jumbo bobbins. If you can't tell, I love my Kiwi and can't recommend it more. It's the best.
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Quilled Creations Precision Tip Glue Bottle - Fail. This was recommended by a You Tube star and she would not steer us wrong, so I believe the product has changed or there was a bad batch. I just want to be honest and tell you I purchased mine in November, 2016, but misplaced it and did not come across it until now 14 months later. That should not affect the product but who knows. I replaced the top on my Ranger Multi Medium Bottle and used it for one project worked great. I wanted to use it last evening and the tip came right out of the bottle and the top would not come off. The little hanger broke off the top at some point in my efforts to remove the top. I never did succeed but do plan to soak it in alcohol or some solvent to see if it will come off. It is possible that I pushed the top on too far but there was nothing to indicate how far, and it did not feel like I was forcing it. VERY VERY annoying to have this issue by the second use. Will not repurchase!
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Great for a summer party outside. These were so much fun for our party. My daughter's summer birthday party was a color party. I had put a little in each plastic cup and the girls were throwing the powder at each other but then i realized I should have just given each girl her own bag. We did just that in the end and it made it easier for us the parents and the girls. The end result was a blast of a party.
I had also bought white men's t-shirts and cheap color sunglasses for the girls to wear. The sunglasses helped keep the powder out of their eyes. The powder washes off super easy which I was slightly worried about because the colors were so bright, but they wash out easily. The colors alo disappeared into the grass, we only had the cups and bags to clean up.
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Functional, and fun, too. I got this to repair a broken plastic latch in my car. Worked really well, even though I'm no sculptor.
Set my stovetop on 5, digital thermometer showed it kept the water at about 175 (above the 150 target melting point).
When I put in some pellets, and watched them turn clear, and used a spoon to gather them together and take them out of the water. They stuck together really well, and then I could work the lump of material as desired. As it cooled, it went through a really sticky phase, then would stiffen. Putting a piece back in the water melted it again to let me have a do-over as needed.
I had a bowl of room temperature water ready to dip the plastic in as I took it out of the pan, but then realized it wasn't necessary - the plastic doesn't conduct heat well, so I could just work it in my fingers right out of the water. BUT BE CAREFUL - your water may be hotter than mine, etc. I'm not responsible if you burn your fingers!
I called my pre-teen children up to show them how it worked. They _loved_ it. Sculpted rings, dice, wristbands. Had a friend over to play with it, too, and the next day he was asking where I got it.
If they keep playing with it, and decide to keep their plastic creations, or they get the plastic dirty, I may wish I bought a bigger bag!
I had a bowl of room temperature water to dip the plastic
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Somewhat disappointed in the quality. Evidently the design of these scissors has changed and I am disappointed in the design of the new latching mechanism which is now a punched piece of metal with teeth that makes it more difficult to move onto the latching pin. This change also makes the scissors seem much cheaper than my older pair that had a solid metal latching mechanism without the teeth. The latch slid on to the latching pin smoothly. On this new pair you must force it. It an unfortunate change that makes them even fell cheaper. I haven't used them yet and am hoping they will cut as well as the older pair. One other point. These scissors were supposed to come in a tin for storage and they came in cheap plastic packaging. Another disappointment.
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Works for beer bottles. This jig worked well enough with beer bottles, but didn't function well with larger diameter bottles. Tried several bottles of varying size and thickness, but despite multiple adjustments of the scribe angle, it still proved to be ineffective. The score line was too shallow and didn't match up in some cases. The jig itself feels stable enough while using the smaller bottles, but when you get into the larger bottles, it is a bit shaky. Also, the adjustment screw that allows the slide movement of the double rollers is a bit weak. If you just want to turn your suds bottles into tumblers or napkin rings, this will work fine, but find something more substantial for wine and liqour bottles.
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Title says Fiskars, Write-up says Gingher. Fiskars owns Gingher -- yes, it's sad but true. I took this into consideration when taking a gamble on buying these, seeing as though the title says "Fiskars", but the picture, entire ad, on down to the specs say "Gingher." This particular pair is in fact Gingher. I was pleased as punch with this!
Amazon, you really ought to fact-check your ads before placing them. Just a thought.
Now, onto the scissors ;-). These scissors truly look and feel like a fancy, shmancy, overpriced piece of German cutlery. At just over $20 a pop, I feel like I'm robbing Gingher, rather than vice versa as is with so many other companies.
These scissors have tiny little serrated "teeth", excellent for grasping slippery fabric or finer fabrics such as chiffon.
The blade is quite sharp; the scissors cut very efficiently; and these scissors posses the perfect amount of tension.
Be that as it may, I work with cotton/bamboo/hemp/pul/poly knits, organic fleeces, jerseys, and heavy duty velours. I make cloth diapers, cloth diaper accessories, and baby clothes. Also, I work with tons of elastic. These scissors are not the best for all of these fabrics.
In order, I love:
1) My 10" Kai Professional shears
2) Kretzer 9" Tailor shears
3) 9" Wiss Dressmaker shears
4) My 10" Gingher Dressmaker shears
I have small, skinny hands and as I've stated before, I work with very specific fabrics. My needs are fully met with the aforementioned scissors; however, the 8" Gingher micro-serrated are not a necessity.
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Such a FANTASTIC PRODUCT!! I can't believe I've not used it before. I can't believe I've never heard of this stuff before! It's TOTALLY AWESOME! I can't tell you HOW MANY items I've used this on! Shirts and Pants and skirts and all sorts of stuff! AND, it's excellent for more than just mending clothes! We have used it when making Sock Puppets. The felt eyes and other fabric pieces that we add to the puppets are VERY EASILY glued down with this tear mender. Additionally, my daughter's doll clothes are easily mended and augmented with this! Add a silk flower to a scrunchy? EASY! Add some felt pieces to my daughter's doll clothes? SUPER EASY! Cut out a bunch of felt pieces and glue them all to one large white piece, and make a large picture that you can hang in your child's room? very easy, very quick, super fun! I can't believe I've not found this stuff earlier! I was using hot glue guns all the time, (and for somethings, yes, I still have to) but now I can use this and not have to worry about waiting for the hot glue gun to heat up, or burning myself, yet again, on the glue!
THANK YOU FOR THIS PRODUCT!! I'm super happy with it!!
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Perfect for small batches. I am a home soaper and I make small batches. I have been watching videos of folks soaping in loaf molds and have been wanting one for myself. However most molds I have found on the soap supply sites are so big and cost way more than I was wanting to spend. I don't sell my soap, so bulk quantity is not a major value for items I buy. This mold and form are absolutely perfect for nice tall bars. Think hanger swirls, in the pot swirls, drop swirls, spoon or chop stick swirls, or for just making a basic plain old bar of soap. And this price is NICE for my budget. I spent some time looking over the form ( because of some of the other reviews ) and I don't find anything wrong with the quality of it. It has nice dove tailed joints. The wood grain is actually beautiful. No it isn't stained, however mine seems to be lightly sanded, and I can see the grit lines from the sanding process. I can also see where it was nailed together on the bottom of the form. The sides were also wood glued to the bottom of the form and each other. You can see remenants of the glue on the inside where a sander doesn't remove all the excess, however, I expect that. My liner is pretty thick, and has a nice lip to protect the edge of the form. It is purple, but color of the liner is the last important thing to me. My liner fits nicely into the mold with no gaps. It gives a bit because the liner is empty and silicone is wiggly. I expect this Item comes from a wood shop. And yes, there was a bit of wood dust on it. However, I believe that to be a given. My form has a soft wood scent, my liner actually smells like wood, inside and out. I am good with that, because silicone can have a weird silicone scent. My liner doesn't have an oily feel like some silicone can have, leading me to think this liner is a nicer silicone liner. I am pleased with this item and it is perfect for what I need to do. Here are some pictures, hope they help.
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Plastic not strong enough for frequent usage. I have gone through 2 of these punches now and they have both broken in the exact same way, after a certain amount of use.
I make and sell custom photo keychains as a home business, so I use the punch quite frequently. The plastic lever that you push down to operate the punch has broken in half on both of my punches. I resorted to taking the first one apart, and using it manually (with no lever) for as long as I could, until the springs popped out, since nothing was holding them in, and I could not find them. Then I ordered another punch, in the hopes it would hold up longer than the first. It did not. So I removed the broken lever and the cover, and am now using it manually, without a lever, with exposed springs, like I did with the first one :(
I really wish there was a higher quality punch available. It seems silly to sell lots of 100+ keychains and offer this as the punch to use with them, when it won't even hold up long enough to punch 100 photos.
This punch would be great for something like scrapbooking, using lightweight paper, but it's not at all reliable for punching photo paper if you're making photo keychains (which is what it's being marketed for).
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Cuts thick material very well. But, the design is not perfect. These scissors are fairly large and heavy duty. The blades are thick, strong & sharp. The metal appears to be of high quality. The handles are made of plastic, yet they are very strong. I tested the cutting ability on 3 or 4 different materials and these scissors cut like....well, you know.
The finger holes are large enough for someone with large hands. But, I did make one observation which I think is rather important. The finger holes are just a little too close together to allow for real power cutting. If the finger holes were perhaps another 1 inch farther apart, you would be able to get a stronger grip on the handles which would translate to more cutting power. People with small hands would still be able to grasp the handles just fine. In spite of my gripe, these are excellent scissors for cutting thick material such as canvas, leather, denim and light cardboard. And there's no reason why couldn't use them for light duty work such as cutting coupons, etc.
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Systemic Shortfall. Its hard to say where to rate these. I really find them useful and think the quality is perfectly adequate. I use them for cat food scoops, quick spreaders and all sorts of things. My big issue is that the box is clearly designed to hold about 350 of the things. my box was full and had 359 in it. I counted after reviewing them and saw some of the 1 star reviews consistently talked about major shortages. Apparently some people who counted got as many as 408. I.E., the BEST of the counts still measured a 20% shortfall. Regardless, it is clear that a systemic misrepresentation of the product is occurring and continues to occur. Amazon made it right and sent me another box, so I ended up with a total of 700, but I shouldn't have needed to ask and they shouldn't have needed to send them to me. Frankly, no one should have to sit in front of the television counting sticks to realize how badly they have been shorted. Amazon should make the company fix its description so that it is accurate.
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Disappointing but still kind of fun. I wish I could say I LOVE this machine but honestly since the first weekend I got it, it has sat in its box. I follow all the directions and have commercial print experience. It didn't matter whether I used something I printed (at the print shop with a commercial printer) or the projects it came with, it just doesn't transfer smoothly. For some projects, I don't mind a little "texture" in my transfer. If it's something more rustic, or a rough paper, that makes sense! But it has never, I men NEVER, done a 100% smooth transfer. There are always little flecks or tiny tears in the foil and since you have black toner behind there, black shows through. I was hoping to use it on some invitations (in a navy and gold scheme) but couldn't because you would see black through the gold, clashing with the navy. It's super fun, for sure, but it in no way makes "professional" looking projects. Fun for crafting, but that's it. As disappointing as it is, I probably won't send it back. It will be fun for little projects that don't have to be "perfect".
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Great paper and weight for a special need or event. This is a great stock.
I purchased the quartz paper to use as menus for my wedding and its a great shade of white and the perfect weight to use as a menu.
The quartz color is more of an off white and provides a great contrast to the printed text and graphics.
I printed via InDesign using CMYK to a mid-high end Canon business copier/printer with fiery and the print matched the screen perfectly.
Its a thicker paper so you need to tell your printer that to ensure it doesnt speed it through and jam or bleed the ink.
I don't know how this would work on a smaller inkjet style printer though, but as long as its paper path isn't curved much it should feed through ok.
Always use the bypass or manual feed tray for this paper, do not use it in paper trays.
My paper was a little bent at one corner, but its not the fault of the manufacturer and likely an amazon stocking or packaging issue.
I used a paper cutter on it to trim the final prints and that removed the damage anyway.
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Great little tool. This punch is really nice! It's heavy and sturdy. I use it with scrapbook paper and it punches a nice, clean tag every time. What is especially neat is that you can print a short message on paper/cardboard and then align the punch exactly over it before punching. You don't have to guess where the text is and hope you aligned the tool evenly, you can actually see it. I use a textbox in Word to make sure the text fits within the label. Works well every time!
The only thing I have to criticize is that the punch is called "large". That's a little misleading. The tags you can make with it are not what you expect from a "large" punch. Standard size would be a better description.
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It's a CORDLESS glue gun! Perspective people!! . Even if I do have to take the batteries out (which I have not found to be the case with my unit) it is a CORDLESS glue gun that takes batteries for under $15!! If you use a glue gun regularly, you know what a PAIN it is to be plugged in! I teach crafts. Sometimes being attached to a cord is a HORRID thing! This baby is SUCH a great idea! AND it works with glue sticks I can get at any craft store. Repairs in the car? Easy. Wanna take it to your closet? Easy. Wanna craft on the deck? Easy! Wanna craft in the rec room watching TV? EASY! Let's get some perspective here folks the pros in my opinion DEFINITELY outweigh the cons!!! It takes what? 2 1/2 seconds to take the batteries out and store it? ANd how versatile is it to use anywhere?? Just sayin'!
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Ok so I am a welder and let's just say . Ok so I am a welder and let's just say garments do not go unscathed for more than a few hours on the job. I keep a bottle at home and in my work box. Catch your pants climbing in and out of a tight spot at 815 am and you ain't going nowhere till the sun is down? Boom the Bish has your back, slap some tear mender on it and stick I back where it belongs...your knife keeps falling out of you pocket since there is a hole in there, slap some tear mender in there and seal her up...also I glue extra material on the knees of my pants when I get the in order to make them.lasr longer.... basically this stuff is gold if you work in the trades...10 I give it a 10.
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I LOVE These Gorgeous Glitter Tapes. I LOVE these Alleydrew Washi Tapes. They are Beautiful and Elegant and can be used on many things. These Glitter tapes are thicker than most Washi tapes and they stick very well. Comes in a set of 12 different patterns, and is 15mm wide by around 32 feet in length. There are 5 that have metallic in them, 4 that are solid color Glitter tape and and 3 that are patterned Glitter Tapes. The Glitter doesn't rub off and you can remove and re-position them with out any problems. These Tapes are very stunning and I just had to have them! I make bookmarks and use them a lot in my card making. I also put them on a gallon sized wide mouthed clear plastic container and I'm using it to hold all my fancy tapes...These included! I really recommend these Washi Tapes and Alleydrew!!! They will make all your projects POP!
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Great, crafty fun for kids and their adults. + reusable, a whole lot of fun for kids and adults
- Bit of a learning curve, tricky to clean if it dries onto your hand
This was my first experience with a moldable plastic, and the IC3D TechTack was a great product to learn with. I poured about a tablespoon or so of the pellets into one of those smooth disposable aluminum casserole pans, then added water that was just about 150 degrees. In less than a minute, the granules turned from white to clear, meaning that they were ready to mold. At this point, the previously hard pellets had turned into more of a liquid goo. I used one of those silicone baking spatulas to scoop the goop up and put it into another foil pan. It was still a little warm for my six-year-old to play with, but I was able to handle it almost right away (although the stuff did love to stick to my fingers for a bit). When it had cooled for another minute, it was still quite moldable, and my son had a great time playing around with it. I'd estimate we had about five minutes to make our masterpieces before the plastic cooled to the point of being white and somewhat rigid again. When you've finished, you're left with a slightly flexible white object. Don't like what you made? Just drop it into the hot water, wait for it to go clear, and try again.
It takes a bit of time to get the hang of handling this stuff, but it's a fun challenge. Because you have to form your shapes so quickly, you'll have to judge for yourself how large a piece you can work with at a time. You can join smaller pieces together using the liquid plastic as a glue or putty, allowing you to create larger, more elaborate shapes. If it ends up drying on your hand, it's a bit of a pain to get it lose. I would suggest dunking your hand in the hot water if you can, then just scraping it off as it softens. The amount of fun you can have with this stuff, as well as the fact that you can reuse it, makes it a wonderful product for playtime (but don't be a hog...let the kids play too).
I received a complimentary sample of this product, allowing me the opportunity to try it out and share my honest opinions with you.
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Just the trick. We painted our cement slab floor and I wanted something that would add a bit of "spark", instead of just flat paint. I wanted decorative flakes (Behr Porch & Floor products), but couldn't find the color I wanted (tan blend) anywhere -- not even on the Behr website! So, I thought of glitter, but didn't want the multi-colored effect of purple, blue, green and red. I wanted something that would almost -- but not quite -- blend in. When I found this particular collection -- Florentine Gold, White Gold and Smoky Quartz -- I knew it would work. And it does.
I sprinkled it over wet floor paint and then put a satin clear-coat over the top when the paint was dry. When the sun hits it, it sparkles, but it's not obnoxious or grotesquely overdone. The perfect touch!
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Perfect. First off I will say that the gold leaf is the size that they say it is. The last package of gold leaf I purchased by mail from another seller gave the same dimensions and yes the paper was the dimension given but the gold on the paper was less than half the size stated, like a 1.5" x 1.5" square, I was so angry.
Alma Gourment Gold Leaf is the size advertized, the gold leaf covers almost the entire sheet of paper so the dimensions given are accurate. What is also really nice is that although the gold is loose, I prefer what I would call transfer sheets, it doesn't fall out or fly off when you are trying to even open the booklet up. I normally hate loose gold leaf since it seems like I waste as much as I use or I have to alter my design because it goes where it wanted, not where I wanted. This gold leaf although loose is not quite as fickle or difficult to manipulate which is really nice. I have no clue if it means it is a better grade or not but it is certainly more user friendly.
This package is only 5 leaves which makes it a little pricey. Alma also offers a 25 leaf booklet at Amazon of the same quality which is more cost effective per sheet (I think $40ish for 25 sheets) but I did not have the extra cash so I purchased this packaged and I have no regrets. My cake turned out fantastically, I was able to use 100% of the gold leaf as it did not "fly away" on me which means I only used a couple of sheets instead of all 5, the sheets of gold are the size advertized (maybe 2 1/2 to 2 3/4", I don't have them right in front of me to measure) and it looked spectacular.
I would purchase this again although most likely aim for the larger book for the savings, gold doesn't go bad or out of style.
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So far, so good. I've used three of these so far in various modelling tasks and I haven't used the angled tweezers because I already have a pair of Tamiya's. For the price, you can't go wrong. Nice spring action in all of them, the pointed tweezers are sharp enough to do really delicate work (such that I've had to do it under a magnifier), the "fin tip" tweezers have come in useful for some odd jobs (namely pulling a cockpit assembly out of a fuselage on a very tight dry fit), and the cross-locking tweezers are nice for holding certain parts during painting.
And the price ... well, it certainly helps. Chinese, of course, but what isn't these days? The quality seems sufficient on these, so that's fine with me.
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I can smile with my heart again. The cap of my eye tooth fell off in November of 2017. I was told it would never be able to be capped again because there's simply just not enough tooth to cap anymore, sadly enough. Finally, I'd had enough of being toothless and never smiling again to my full potential after I lost that dang tooth! I went looking for a solution, besides the $3500 one my dentist had recommended. I looked into veneers because they cost less than the recommended procedure of screwing a tooth into my gum. But, my other teeth are still pretty and I didn't want to cover up my entire top row of teeth just because of one missing tooth. Not to mention the fact that veneers will change the way I look naturally a bit too much for me, and I don't want to look like I have dentures until I actually do have dentures.
So after a bit more research, two days ago I found and purchased InstaMorph and tonight I'm very thankful that I did! This was my first and only attempt so far at making myself my new tooth and it hasn't budged yet. It even stayed in good after taking a long nap today and eating dinner tonight. Did I take precaution and try to eat more on the other side of my mouth tonight? Yes. But, I was hungry and didn't put a whole lot of energy into whether the food was staying on the other side the entire time or not. I am extremely impressed!! Don't get me wrong, it isn't fool proof. The color is a bit off because I don't have amazingly white teeth to begin with, BUT IT WORKS (see pics)!! Also, it wasn't completely unmovable from the beginning, there's a bit of a sway if you try to move it around. However, it stays in all by itself and it never became any more loosened after I ate or for the entire rest of the evening. I even chewed gum after dinner (on the other side of my mouth of course) and it worked like a charm for this gum lover!! It's been over 8 hours right now since I first made the tooth and it feels exactly the same as when I first did! I'm even going to sleep in it and see just how long until it discolors or falls out on it's own with normal wear and tear and even brushing it.
As far as quantity of the product goes, I ordered the 6oz bag and will probably be enough for 100 teeth if need be, using about 15-20 beads to make one tooth. Next time I'll use dental floss to get of an more individualized looking tooth. The quality of the product melted easily in my microwaved coffee cup of water and it didn't get hard too quickly that I could do it right on my first attempt. AND IT'S NON-TOXIC!! One note is that I did not take it out and run it under cool water as recommended. I just swished some cold water around in my mouth and it worked just fine. I'll update again if anything changes.
When I was looking to put together some before and after collages tonight, out of 1,951 photos on my camera roll, I only had 3 (THREE!!) photos of myself open mouth smiling like I had done my entire life before November of last year! And you can really tell just how guarded my smile was getting when I would even attempt to smile in photos now. I work in the cosmetics industry and I knew having a missing tooth right in the front of my mouth had affected me a lot after loosing it. But, I honestly had no idea just how much until I started trying to find comparison pics tonight. I honestly couldn't be any happier with this product right now! It's going to be an absolute life/smile saver for me!!
If you're in the same boat as I was, BUY THIS PRODUCT NOW!! Don't go one more minute not smiling :) Life is too short!
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So far I'm fairly pleased with my purchase. I've been experimenting with this Epoxy for a little while now. So far I'm fairly pleased with my purchase. I still don't have the hang of it yet but I'm figuring it out slowly. For anyone who's just starting to get into making things out of resin there are a few key things to know. One, heat is key when getting the air bubbles out after mixing. So a hair dryer or sunlight will go a long way when you want nice clear resin. Two, make sure you mix very thoroughly. Sometimes it can take a little while but it's worth it when the resin comes out crystal clear and without any oil like streaks running through it. Three, a digital scale, that can measure at least to the tenths, is recommended when mixing. The instructions are simple to follow so as long as you mix the right amounts then they should come out just fine. Four, the shinier the mold the shinier the result. If it comes out clouded then you will need to polish it. Best do that outside and with a respirator to keep from breathing in the dust. And Five, sometimes it might take longer to dry than you want. So letting it cure for at least 2 days will ensure that it will be nice and hard when you remove it from the mold. Oh, and if you use a hard plastic mold, like a paint pallet or the plastic ball that those 25 cent toys come in, then a few good taps against a hard surface, upside down, should pop them free.
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Hours of fun. I thought this would be a great thing for my 7 year old and I to do together- her older sisters have gone through the loom phase, and basically taught themselves.
This set is beautiful. It comes with thousands of bands in various colors. There are 4 hooks, in a edition to the loom itself.
There is also a sheet of instructions that comes with it.
We all had a tremendous amount of fun with it... even the big girls!! I guess it looked like way too much fun to miss out on. :)
So, coming from a place of NO experience with these looms and bands, trying to follow the instructions which came with the set, I was unable to create anything, and naturally, neither could my 7year old. Unfortunately the set loses a star due to the poorly written instructions. It was also not stated anywhere (again, lack of experience with these sets, meant I didn't know this) that the loom was in its particular shape- 3 even rows of pegs- for the purpose of packaging. It fits perfectly into its slot. However, in order to use the loom, the middle row of pegs needs to be popped out, and then put back so that it forms sort of an arrowhead at one end.
Once this was done, we followed some YouTube videos, and big sisters' instructions, and we were all set.
I have gotten bands before that were so stiff and squeaky, that they had absolutely no give at all. These bands stretched nicely, and we have not had any of them snap.... even when we've had to undo our mistakes.
There are, as stated previously, 4 hooks which make getting between the pegs so much easier! The kids sometimes just use their fingers, but it's nice to have the hooks.
There is also one cubby with a couple of packages of S-hooks, and another little package of colored beads.
On the whole, we're happy with this set, and it certainly has provided lots of busy time.
I was happy to receive a discount in order to purchase and give this set my honest and unbiased review..
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good quality paper. I don't understand people complaining over the size of this paper when the item description very clearly says that these are mini-sheets...
Anyway, this is good quality origami paper. I agree with one reviewer who said that some colors appear to be easier to fold than others, but they're all fairly easy to work with. The paper is colored on one side, white on the other.
I purchased this item because I wanted to fold 1000 origami cranes (senbazuru). I prefer my paper small to begin with, so the small size was no problem. In fact, I actually found the size bigger than what I wanted, so I ended up dividing the paper into fourths and using the 1/4th sized sheets instead. Worked out perfectly for my purposes, and I still have 750 sheets left over!
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Poor packaging. I used to buy smaller quantities from another brand and they came in a plastic box with a lid which is really great.
I needed greater quantity so I thought I would give this product a try.
This product is a nightmare, I had to ask for a replacement for my first order because when I opened the shipping box, the carton where the product is was open and the bag that contains the crystals was glued to the carton and the plastic bag was ripped open and the crystals were loose in the shipping box.
I have a dog and the cobalt blue that is in the crystals is toxic so I was very frustrated.
Plus most of the crystals were unusable.
The replacement order arrived today, with almost the same issue except that the bag fortunately only had a few tiny holes so not much of the crystals were leaking from it.
But if you're buying it make sure that you have spare containers to store the crystals.
It's really a shame for the price that it comes in such a cheap container.
I won't be buying this again.
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Just what I wanted: watercolor effects . I LOVE this set of papers. I use a lot of pale pastels in my summertime cards, so I'm always on the lookout for unusual designs to add to my stash. This set was a real find!
The colors are delicate: pale pinks, apricots, yellows, aqua, blue, sage-y green, even a hint of gray. Some of the designs are abstract: splashes or wide brushes of color that bleed into each other to create nuances. Other have a distinct design: chevrons, hexagons, damask, stars, alphabet letters, script writing, etc.
Sheets are single sided, and you get 36 of them. The quality of the paper is excellent. The colors are close to what is shown on my screen, with perhaps a slight bit less of a "blue" tint.
I've already got two designs that utilize this set, and I'm sure I'll come up with more as time goes on. The colors have enough shading that finding solid card stock to coordinate shouldn't be a problem.
High recommended!
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Next Level" . These big bold images crimp both 80 lb. and 110 lb. cardock, so to use the image, you need to fussy-cut it. The award ribbon fits on a panel on an A6 card front with no room to spare for anything else. The other one will fit on a 6X6 card, which is the largest card you can make using 12x12 stock. In short, neither is really useful for greeting cards. These 6X6 folders won't go through the Cuttlebug but will go through the Big Shot. Maybe I'm missing something, but the "Next Level" moniker puzzles me; they work like any other embossing folder except the designs are too big and bold for use like other embossing folders, on greeting cards. Maybe they are sold in sets of two because otherwise you would only buy one folder to see what they are like. The award ribbon one is obviously useful when fussy-cut. The other simply looks strange when fussy-cut. I stamped a series of Christmas words on it, but it still looked strange. You can't see from any photo, because the award ribbon covers it, but the right side of the other image is curved such that only one of the horizontal lines is straight. If you decide to buy, paying more than $10 for the Ribbon set means you need to shop more.
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Remove the tape. This pup is great! Works extremely well on light stock (paper, thin plastic, leather, or any other stiff material). Almost complete instructions of the back. HOWEVER! I COULDN'T USE IT AT ALL, until I realized there is a piece of invisible cellophane tape on the back which prevents the tool from opening! Peel that off, make a few few practice cuts, and you'll be cutting circles like a pro in no time! One other thing... I immediately reversed the blade cutting direction, I prefer the cutting edge to be perfectly in-line with the tool and not off-set, but that's a matter of preference. Oh, and I really like the blades, they each are a pair! There are pointed cutting edges on both ends! I found it very easy to use and a great value. This a fine, but light-duty tool. If you want to shop around, I suggest you search "compass cutters" and "beam cutters"
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Awesome Inexpensive Notebook. I admit , I was slightly skeptic when I first received this notebook. I bought it simply because of the cheaper price and the fact I needed a small add-on gift to my sisters Christmas present. When I read the previous reviews, I began to worry as people described that the notebook was used or the spiral had broke in the packaging. When I received the package, however I was quite impressed. The notebook comes in the same packaging as a book from Amazon does, ( cardboard wrapped around it) and it was delivered in perfectly new condition. I would recommend this to anyone who doesn't want to spend a whole lot on a simple notebook , but still wants something useable for wear and tear. This notebook does kind of have cheaply made paper , so it was never designed for lets say , painting or pastels but its perfect for someone who wants to sketch and write.
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High quality washi tape set for one low price. Gorgeous coordinating washi tape bundle is such a steal! You receive 5 rolls of washi tape for just the price of 2 rolls from your local drug store.
The trendy and vibrant prints make this set a must have to all crafters and journal decorators.
This set of washi tape is high quality, very sticky yet easy to handle and manage. Ultra sticky washi masking tape has more tape on each roll than other brands of washi tape I've purchased in the past.
If you're new to the world of washi tape, first of all, WHERE have you been!?! There are so many uses for washi tape. It's like duct tape, only way cooler. Some of my favorite ways to use it:
Dress up plain light switch covers
Add some wall art directly to your bedroom walls
Create fun, removable picture frames for CHEAP!
Update old boring notebooks covers
Use in your bullet journal, planners or life planners
Create flags, tabs, bookmarks and page markers for books
Make fun race tracks on tile floors for your little one's Hot Wheel races
I did receive this product at a discount in exchange for my honest review. I highly recommend this adorable set of washi tape. If you found my review helpful at all, please hit the "YES" button below.
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Blades are fine, price is okay, storage & disposal not considered. Reasonable price for 15 refill blades, compared to other offers. I'm deducting a star for two reasons. First, the package doesn't have a way to easily close & store yet-to-be-used blades after taking one out. It looks as though it might have a smaller, snap-closed plastic pack inside the larger card pack, but it doesn't. You can slide the cardboard backing back into place, but it's kind of a kludge compared to packages that are designed to easily open and close. And second, there's no provision for safely disposing of old, used blades. The official X-acto refill blade packages come with a small square-ish container that holds the new blades and provides for disposal of old blades. I'm not sure that's worth the $3 additional ($8-$9 vs $5) but there has to be some clever way of providing that functionality with these blades.
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Not worth the price. My mom got this for my son for his 9th birthday. As he and my 11 year old were putting it together for the first time, the 6th peg they tried to put in wouldn't go in all the way and they couldn't pull it back out. Trying to get it to budge only resulted in the peg breaking in half. Even I couldn't pull the broken part out or push it in farther. We had to use a pair of pliers to get it out.
After getting the broken peg out, I worked on putting the other pegs in. After 3 or 4 went in without a problem, another got stuck. It wouldn't go in all the way and as I was trying to pull it out, it broke right at the base. With nothing there to grab so we could pull the remainder of the (second) broken peg out, my boyfriend had to drill into the piece of the peg and use a screw to yank it out.
The instructions for placing these pegs are: "Turn the lever to one side and place the 15 pegs into the base making sure that the guides at the top of the pegs alternate directions." I know my kids weren't doing it wrong, and I'm certain I wasn't.
I'm not impressed at all with the quality of this product. At this price, I expect much better. I would not recommend this item to anyone. I plan on contacting the company asking for replacement pegs. If this was something I had purchased myself, I would absolutely be sending the whole thing back and asking for a refund.
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Wavy cutter works better. These cutters are a great deal for the price. They're not quite as pretty as they are in the picture though, a little bit of discoloration on both when I received them.
The wavy cutter works better than the straight cutter. It cuts more accurately and makes your wax or soap look better. The straight cutter? It it has the same cutting ability as the wavy cutter it just does not get the job done as efficiently...I usually have little tiny pieces that pop off of my wax or soap after cutting using the Straight cutter. I'd say it's a good deal for the price but I really just use the wavy cutter I don't really use to straight cutter unless I have to because it's just not as an accurate of a cutter as the wavy.
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Easy on the wrist and a great shape. I love these clever lever punches because they are not only great shapes for crafting, scrap booking and card making, but they are so much easier on your wrist than many punches. Little or no effort is required to punch through paper and card stock. This vase punch has so many uses in my card making. I use dried and silk flowers behind the vase for cards of all occasions. I will make it more three dimensional by attaching the flowers first to the card and then I will attach the vase with raised foam dots to make it stand out. I have also used balloons and hearts as the "flowers". The vase can be punched out of vellum for a more transparent look too. You will not be disappointed in this punch if you like to craft.
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Terrible. I ordered this clay when I ran out and couldn't get to Minneapolis to pick up another box of clay. I don't think I've had one single piece make it through to the end with this clay! It's nice and soft, smooth like a mid-fire white, but cracks with hand building, falls and cracks with thrown pieces, cracks during the slow drying process, and, if it makes it all the way to a glaze fire, it cracks in the kiln! I've tried everything to make it work, with little success. I'd definitely not recommend this clay for the serious or even beginning potter. Now I make sure I buy enough in Minneapolis when I get there, so I never have to order something like this again!
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Another winner from EK . I use a lot of the EK punches in my card making. I needed something to use with my "inchies" stamps (1" square stamps) that would leave just a bit of a border. I also have the 1.5" scallop square punch <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/EK-Success-Tools-Punch-Square-Scallop-1-5-Inch-Large/dp/B003BJ2A6O/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">EK Success Tools Punch, Square Scallop, 1.5-Inch, Large</a> and the 1.75" scallop square <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/EK-Success-Tools-Punch-Square-Scallop-1-75-Inch-Large/dp/B003BO8QUS/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">EK Success Tools Punch, Square Scallop, 1.75-Inch, Large</a>, so I can layer all three and get a nice focal for my smaller cards, or use 2 or 3 on a larger card.
EK tools are consistently high quality and easy to store. Very happy with this.
June 26, 2013: I also recently purchased this in the 1-inch size so I can punch out my "inchies" stamps, then mount them on the 1.25" square punched cardstock in a contrasting color before layering on the scallop squares as described above. Again, no complaints -- love the way these store "flat," and are easy to use.
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kite winder. The diameter of the winder is just under 8 inches. The description of this item left that out. :-( It's kind of small for my needs. I will probably gift this item to my grandchildren? The winder should hold about 500 feet of string? My hand will barely fit in the winder as it's much smaller than the one I currently own. I purchased this winder to replace the winders that I currently own and, split by the bearings of the winder. I usually let about 3,000 feet of string out when I do kite photography. When the winds are strong, the winders that I currently own split right around the hub of the reel by the ball bearings. I have tried to put construction tape on the inside of the reel to strengthen it. - - don't work. :-( I am thinking a light metal reel would be much better than the plastic they currently use. This type winder is about the best that there is out on the market right now. My larger winder can bring in about 17 inches of string on a single wind and, that is very nice for when the wind suddenly dies down.
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Barely usable, Poor quality control, Fun project. Short Summary: I expected a project going into this purchase, not a user friendly piece of shop equipment.
-The hardware works fine most of the time, but it is a collection of the cheapest parts possible thrown together to output close to 40w.
-The optics are roughly polished metal discs not plated mirrors, every one of them came with scratches and the focal lens was very dirty.
-The controller only works with LaserDrw and has some strange quirks, like resetting the current position to (0,0) after a stopped job. This will cause the head to crash on the next job if you do not reset the controller first.
-The software is has very limited options for creating objects with tight dimensional accuracy. Importing dxf files requires a lot of post processing and additional steps. Not compatible with Windows 10, compatibility modes do not help.
-The USB dongle... well I don't like the idea of it. Its heavily encrypted and windows defender notified me of a Trojan after the first use. Yes.. windows defender of all programs to catch it...
-The enclosure has this obscure hole right below the cutting bed to almost certainly ensure a fire if you don't cover it with something. The paint was chipped in multiple locations.
- The wiring is very tidy and all wires are terminated with ferrules.
Overall, its a fun project if you like to tinker. The summary of the parts is worth the money if you can't or don't want to build from scratch. Never let it run unattended and buy a fire extinguisher just in case.
Details: There were A LOT of problems and it takes patience and careful work.
-The packaging was pretty secure but someone jammed all the accessories into the body of the machine knocking loose the final optic above the focal lens. I found it after digging a few rattling nuts out of the bottom of the case during unpacking. Naturally it had a nice big scratch.
-The machine seems to have been tested with a mixture of glycol and water. This dripped into the foam packing, dissolving it and producing a smell something like vomit.
-The machine was hastily assembled resulting in the long standoffs being misaligned and a skewed bed. I was able to gently tweak the bed back into alignment but the case now has ripples around the standoffs protruding through the bottom.
-Slow patient alignment of the laser is absolutely necessary and can be done with thermal paper (old receipt) using around 10% power and the laser test button. I taped a small square of receipt to each optic 1 at a time then adjusted optic until the dark dot formed at the center. If you hold the test button for too long it will catch the paper on fire resulting in a mess and a mirror that must be cleaned.
Before alignment it took around 35% power to cut 2mm acrylic. After alignment I could cut at 20% power on a single pass at the same speed.
-The coolant system included consists of putting an aquarium pump in a bucket of water. The concept is functional, but I guess I thought it was a mess waiting to happen. I scavenged an old Thermaltake PC liquid cooling radiator and pump to create a closed loop system. So far its very effective and the water temp only goes up by around 8 degrees C on long slow cuts at 20% power.
-This is highly opinionated but, the software and usb dongle "key" is terrible. I'm confident the Trojan virus discovered by Windows defender, the day after, I first plugged in the usb key, was in fact injected by the key. From the perspective of someone familiar with autocad and inventor software, Corel Draw is not meant for setting up dimensionally accurate cutouts and the old version 12 that comes with this is not compatible with Windows 10. I'm currently running it in a Windows 7 virtually machine to keep the nonsense from the usb contained and get the software operational.
-The vent fan is barely usable, doesn't fit well to the mounting location, and has to be removed to access the laser tube. The label claims around 80 cfm (2.5 cubic meters/min) but it will barely clear the smoke from etching wood.
Final advise: Expect to spend another $1k on a new controller kit (such as the DSP X7 from lightobject), a full new set of optics including mirrors and focal lens, a closed loop cooling system, a better vent fan, and a fire extinguisher. This would, in theory, make it as usable as a name brand unit costing more then $3k.
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Strong sturdy molds. Very strong, sturdy molds. I've had them a year and made a nice firepit out of them and the hard plastic molds (while I was skeptical at first about their durability) have held up well. No cracks or breaks. This is a very tedious process making hundreds of stones, and the end result will not look as neatly stacked as some of the pictures shown here. As one reviewer mentioned, they are too tapered along the edges... But for a brick / stone look that is not exactly "stacked", these stones turn out well. I just filled in the gaps between the stones with mortar and the look turned out pleasantly rustic. Which is all I had hoped for!
...Oh.. and after finagling with the corners of my square firepit, I wish "the Mold Store" would offer an actual Corner Set of molds. I'd have bought them. I've seen the method to making mitered corners online and tried it - they just don't turn out so well. Just an afterthought.... Still, a good product for the DIY people out there!
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Great but Beware. Easy to use; pieces come out with that nice rough paper pulp look. Small thinner pieces of the project that stick out appx 1/2" from the main body seem quite strong. B U T only mix what you will use in about 10 minutes. (i didn't actually time it) It drys very hard, very quickly. I had made up a nice batch and put it in a lidded glass jar I use for my paper clay or paper pulp mixes. I had to throw away the jar full of harden product. I even soaked it for a day to see if I could get it out and save the jar. Nope. You just add water, so it's fast and easy to make small batches as you work. I really like this stuff for when I don't have my own sculpting mix on hand.
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My go-to molds. The dimensions listed in the description were accurate for the mold I received: 3"x2.7"x10"inch. I get 8 bars that measure about 2 1/2 wide x over 3 inches (depending how high I mound the soap batter) by 1 1/4 thick, with a little sample size smidge of soap leftover.
It holds 42 ounces of water by volume. When I use Soapcalc.net and punch in 2 1/2 lbs of oils, with a 30% water discount, this more than fills the mold (there's enough on top to spoon some texture). If I use Soapcalcs water default of 38%, I get enough leftover soap batter to fill an extra one soap bar mold.
It holds slightly more than Crafters Choice 1501 silicone mold.
I love these molds more then Crafters mold - the bars are less rectangular and I prefer that. The soap releases from these molds beautifully - you can also turn them inside out as you release the soap - so the corners and edges tend to come out cleaner.
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Quality has Declined. I feel as if this product has really declined in quality. I don't use Cricut brand vinyl, but I have always found their transfer tape to be my favorite even though it is not the most cost efficient or most recommended among crafters. However, my last purchase fell short of my expectations. Every time I've used this product on a large project (over 5"), the transfer tape has torn/ripped while removing it from the backing. I've also had trouble releasing my vinyl from it as it just feels too sticky. The whole feel of the product even felt cheaper/thinner than the last roll I purchased (in 2016). Again, I've always preferred this tape despite the cost and other reviews, but I probably won't purchase it again as I've wasted a lot of it.
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Perfect wood for what I need. I saw a fabulous kitchen hack on Hometalk and based upon the ease with which the project could be done (I'm limited in the DIY area), I thought I would give it a try. This square wood was one of the items needed to complete it (my lazy susan large utensils holder). I actually was able to order everything I needed from Amazon and I LOVE that, I'm buying more and more online and Amazon is most definitely my go-to for whatever I need.
This wood is well made, sturdy, and exactly the perfect fit for my hanging rack. I'm going to be writing a blog post about my little DIY, so no pictures yet, but I will update once my project is hung. What fun. And thanks again to Amazon for seeming to have whatever it is I need, exactly when I need it.
Please note: I did pay full price for this square wood plaque and the above is my honest feedback.
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It's a relief and blessing to finally have found this. Having a custom window treatment workroom I've needed this for a long, long time. I remembered the oak tag paper we'd used in fashion design but couldn't find it at a reasonable price. I resolved myself to using poster board which was expensive and always needed to be taped together to give me a sufficient size sheet. Then I found THIS! I love it!! It's not quite as heavy as oak tag but it is heavy enough. The width is sufficient, and the 100' feet, well, that makes for a LOT of custom swag and jabot patterns and the occassional fashion drafting! I have it mounted on a horizontal pole at the end of my 5' x 12' work table so I can just pull out the right amount onto my table top and get to work. :)
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this set is the perfect set for me. As a complete beginner into wood sculpting, this set is the perfect set for me! I unfortunately can only review this item as a beginners point of view because I have just decided to take a stab at wood carving. I am a master all of the crafts type of person! As a complete newbie to wood working, it was a lot harder than I expected! I know enough to attempt my first wood carving on a soft wood. I immediately noticed when I first tried to use the set that they were extremely dull. I tried to sharpen them but this was extremely hard! I did like that the handles were larger in diameter than others that Ive seen. I like that they are larger because for me this helps me to grasp them easier without my hand cramping up.
As a newbie to carving I think this set will last me for a while to help build up my skills and become more comfortable with training. I feel like I would probably need to purchase a different set in the future when my skills are better and I decide to take wood carving seriously. But, for now they're fine with me. I just hope they stay sharp for a while after all of that sharpening. So far so good.
I received this item at a discount in return for an honest and unbiased review.
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Just as Described. The mirrors arrived in adequate packaging, though if the box had been exposed to rough conditions I do believe there would have been more than minimal damage. The mirrors arrived in retail packaging; if memory serves there were 5 per retail package (celo bag with paperboard top). They were as described, 2" round mirrors and were what I was seeking. Several of the mirrors had edge damage and some were poorly cut. Case in point: I use these for some of my homemade craftworks and when back:back gluing the mirrors, they wouldn't always line up edge:edge. Some were more oval than round. For the price, I was not displeased a great deal and would definitely consider repurchasing from this provider again.
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2.75in paper, pretty good colors. These sheets are actually 2.9in square instead of 3in. It's not a large difference, but if it matters to your project, keep it in mind. The paper is also a little delicate, which may be difficult for new origami makers, but it's good quality paper.
Also, the colors are not as great as in other packets. There are 18 colors, but 2 of the colors (metallic silver and metallic gold) have only 1 sheet each. The other 16 colors, as described by another review, are not in order, so if you're looking for a lot of sheets of the same color, this will be a mild hassle.
If you're looking make 1000 paper cranes, you can buy 2 packs, like I did, which is fine. However, I prefer this paper (<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Origami-Thousand-Cranes-Kit-N8380/dp/B000EHLK58/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Origami Thousand Cranes Kit #N8380</a>) which I have used in the past and has a nicer selection of colors.
Overall, this paper is fine for general projects and for people who have some experience with origami paper and are not extremely particular about their paper.
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Almost Perfect. Received these as a gift from my boyfriend, and am very pleased! I had wanted this set for a while, and was drawn to the larger handles since small crochet hooks are hard on your hands if you work for hours at a time.
Pros:
-Larger handles make is easier to work for longer periods of time
-Convenient carry case--small enough to fit inside of my standard sized messenger bag, but large enough to find easily at the bottom. Also keeps sizes neatly laid out and easy to find. I like the flap over top to keep the hooks inside the case, as well.
-Clearly marked US and mm sizes (no UK, but that's to be expected)
Cons:
-I do wish the handles were more round--the flattened handles make for easy storage, but do not fit ideally in one's hand.
-Ugly fabric for the case (this is nitpicky and just my opinion, but I thought I'd throw it in)
Overall, I love this set. The larger handles are much kinder to my hands and wrists, though the shape is not perfectly ideal. If you are worried about this, I recommend going to your local craft or yarn store to take a look at the handle shape first. Though, it has not significantly bothered me yet.
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Great yarn swift at an excellent price. Fantastic! Ordered special yarn and didn't realize it came in hanks so I needed a yarn swift stat!! A yarn what??? Lol yeah a yarn swift I was told. So I purchased this one and now have been rolling my hanks into balls in no time flat!
I considered purchasing the more expensive wood ones however after asking the wonderful Amazon crafting community what they thought of this product because I didn't even know the name of this cool apparatus before I ordered it..and I erroneously thought that a wooden, more expensive yarn swift equaled better for me lol.. thank god I asked because I received lots of great feedback about this model. So I purchased this this one over ones two times as much that do the same exact job... roll yarn into a ball from a hank. I'll say I was skeptical at first because it's made with plastic but I was quickly reassured that it would be ok. And it was! I quickly received my new yarn swift... pulled it out of the box and attached it to a chair arm via the adjustable clamp with no issues.. watched a you tube video that another Amazon community member, a wonderful lady, suggested that I watch being that I'd never used one plus the yarn was wicked expensive lol..just so I didn't ruin the yarn.. I was up and running in 3 minutes it was that easy! I placed my yarn hank on the yarn swift, hooked up my electric ball winder and went to town! Crazy fast and cool! I was actually sad when I ran out of hanks to wind into balls! Now I no longer have to pass up the beautiful yarn in hanks thanks to this baby. Don't let the price or the plastic be a deterrent to purchase this model. I will say it's made in china so some of it is of a cheap plastic but I find no issues with that. I'm careful and store it in the original box when not in use. I just pull it out of the box and clamp it to my chair arm when I need it. Super easy. I've used it quite a bit with no issues other than my user error. If you're new to yarn swifts, start with this model because it's very inexpensive, fast shipping and I don't think you'll be disappointed. Then if you decide to go pro and do nothing but wind hanks into balls all day then you might want to upgrade but for the occasional hank winder, this is more than sufficient for your needs.
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Great for Cricut Machines in Colors Not Available Elsewhere. I've been looking for alternative colors of vinyl because Cricut's are limited or you have to buy some colors in multi-color packs and they don't have a pure red which I needed for a particular project.
Craft EGreat alternative for Cricut. Available in colors not found in other vinyls and is the only pure red I've found.
I Had tried the Expressions vinyl from Michael's and even though I wasn't thrilled with their red, I wasted the whole roll trying to determine the right setting to cut it. It was too thick to cut properly with the Vinyl setting on the machine.
The Craft E Vinyl cuts perfectly with the vinyl setting and works great with the Cricut transfer tape too.
Lots of great colors available.
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Great value for your money. This package came on time and was packaged well. The different tapes are a great combination of colors. I love the variety you get in the pack and you get a lot on each roll! The colors are vibrant and match the photo well. The only thing I wish was different was that it was a little less see through. I was hoping for more of a solid tape. They will do what I need them to though so I'm thrilled with the purchase and will definitely be buying from them again. The gift tags that came with them are great and I've already used one for a birthday gift. The person who received the gift commented and asked where I got the tag and said she loved it. This is a great deal for your money. I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest review.
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Trickier Than It Appears. I am an experienced crafter and have been using my Sizzix Big Shot for about two years now. I have used other similar die cut/embossing folder combos without any problems, but this one is a little tricky. You have to get the holes lined up perfectly, or the embossing is off. To do this, I mark my paper, the die itself, and the embossing folder so I know which hole goes into the right slot of the embossing folder.
I haven't had to do this with other sets in the past. It takes a bit of getting used to, too.
Also, this die works fine with paper, card stock, etc., but the embossing folder can pierce right through some materials (thinner papers and especially shimmer paper) so test on scrap paper if possible.
When they turn out, they are gorgeous, but maybe 1 or 2 of every dozen just don't line up right.
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they were all super expensive for this project. We are "remodeling" our old 79 Dodge Motor home. Which mean out with all things stinky - carpet, cushions and curtains. When it came time for curtain rods, they were all super expensive for this project. I had an idea to use wooden dowels instead. I purchased two different lengths of dowels, stained them and added a home made bead to the ends. This turned out very inexpensive and super cute so, win, win! The dowles are perfect, super smooth, took stain very well and arevvery sturdy. I am trying to come up with different ideas to use dowels for. This has been a fun and clever project if I do say so myself.
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Works but a couple of disappointments for me. I bought this after reading some reviews. It seemed the best over all value. Some transfer film is too expensive and the cheaper stuff had a mixed bag of reviews. One of the things that made me decide to try this, was several reviewers said they could use the film multiple times making it more cost effective. I have had a chance to use the film a few times and in my experience, I can only get one or two uses before it has lost it's tack. I transfer to wood much of the time and that may be the reason but I was a bit disappointed as one reviewer intimated she could use the film 7 or 8 times before discarding a piece. I guess your mileage may vary is the best way to put it.
It seems to work fine although I also got delicate frog tape to work as well or better. The advantage this has over Frog tape is it's size. For larger transfers this works much easier.
The other thing that was confusing was the title of the product when I bought it. It claimed I got 6 extra bonus feet but I couldn't tell if that meant I got 31' on a 25' roll or if the roll was usually 19' and I was getting 25'. Here is the title copied from the product page:
Craftopia's 12"x25 FT CLEAR Transfer Paper Tape Roll w/ Blue Alignment Grid | 6 BONUS FT | Perfect for Cricut Cameo Self Adhesive Vinyl for Signs Stickers Decals Walls Doors & Windows
I bought it assuming I would get a 31' roll since it is advertised as a 25' roll with 6 bonus feet. The packaging on the actual product said it was 25' long so for me this is a bit deceptive. I still have no idea what the extra bonus 6' actually means. Usually in this scenario on the package it will show the normal length and the new length with the "Bonus" included. If not deceptive... very confusing.
Overall, it works and it is less expensive then some of the other options out there. I might buy it again but I also might try some of the cheaper alternatives to see how they work. At a little over a dollar a square foot, it adds to the price of your vinyl substantially.
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Good, but could use improvement. This pyro tool is definitely a step above your standard plug-n-burn tool. It still has room for improvement.
I use it for wood burning, as well as metal cutting and repousse finishing. It does fine with both; however, the cord and switch position leave a lot to be desired. The switch is always banging into my arm as I'm working, which is very, which is distracting and kind of a promise to get burned. Also, it pulls on the tool, making me have to work harder to keep the burn where I want it, without prematurely tiring my hand out. Also, because of the weight of the control, the tool never stays where I put. I set it down and it migrates a few inches. Not good. That's my main gripe about this tool.
Given that, I don't understand why the cord is 8 miles long. It just gets in the way, because the issues with the control.
Otherwise, it takes forever to heat, the first three "settings" seem to all be the same temp for wood burning, and it delivers inconsistent results.
The thing is, there's little between this tool and the very expensive dedicated pyro tools. So if you don't have $300 to spend on a full system, this is still your best and most affordable option. If you're interested in investing in a longterm solution, this tool isn't it.
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It works in bubble bars, but not spectacular results. This SLSA is just okay. I just had 3 issues with it. First, the packaging. It came double bagged in zip lock baggies. Not the easiest packaging to store and measure from. I have lots of airtight plastic containers, so I could repackage it myself easily. However, for the price premium I paid, I expected stronger packaging. Second, my bag was short almost 2 ounces. I wish I had thought to take a picture of the scale reading when I initially weighed it. It's a habit I have, and it's always interesting to see how close different companies come to actually sending you the amount of product they advertised. Since the packaging was pretty lightweight, I expected the weight to be on the money, but it came in at just over 14 ounces. There goes a batch of bubble bars.
And my last issue was the bubble-producing ability. The bubble bars I made using this brand of SLSA did not lather as much as other batches I made using the same recipe but a different brand of SLSA. Yes, it bubbled, but not the foamy level I usually expect and get.
Overall, I think you can do better than this. Yes it works, yes you get free shipping, but next time I will buy my SLSA from my usual company and pay the shipping cost.
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Light-weight cardstock with a slightly textured surface. I bought this for one specific project, but it's ended up one of my go-to papers for all sorts of things. The paper is crisp, but has a slight tooth that woks well with the color. It's the fancy version of a kraft paper bag!
It cuts well in my Cricut, and works well with my Cuttlebug embossing folders. I really like how it looks embossed. The description says it's 65lbs, but feels maybe a little lighter than that. It works nicely for cards, or even small accordion fold books. I have also used it to make small luminaries, but it's almost too lightweight for that purpose (in my mind). I don't think I'd use it by itself for structural paper designs, though it might work well laminated with other papers (I debated deducting a star for this reason, but one paper can't do everything, and what this paper does, it does very well). It also accepts stamps and ink nicely; because the paper's surface isn't completely smooth, there may be some stippling to your stamped design in solid areas, but I rather like that effect. I've included several photos of projects and samples I've made with this paper.
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Floral Lace Punch. I love Martha Stewarts craft punches! You can fold up a lot of these wing punches so it doesn't take up a lot of space. Martha's team built the punches for durability and beauty. They are one of the few punches that even people with arthritis can use! This particular punch is beautiful along the edges or just punch a long strip of paper and use as a margin or a guideline. I like to use these extra margins because you can put footnotes along the side or at the bottom of paper for journaling. You can also use it to help separate a title from the rest of the page. I've also used these to help border a plain piece of cardstock to help frame a quote, embellishment, or picture. Great for card making or scrapbooking. Easy for even some older preschoolers to use with adult supervision.
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I love this, but it takes practice. UPDATE: It erases any foil design over time, buyer beware...BUT it does great on plain clay and bezels.
Original review:
One huge difference between this one and the larger size is the bottle top, I do NOT like this top at all, the cap on the 6 ounce gets in the way, the ONE ounce works great
My original review for the 1 ounce:
I have used this on polymer clay about 15 times now to test it out, with mixed results, however that was MY fault, not the products.
What works and works wonderfully: Plain polymer clay, baked. Add it to a cool piece of baked clay in direct sunlight and you have a wonderful piece of art! A few words though, premo clay will make it bead up more then say regular sculptey so you'll have to move it to the edge of the piece with a toothpick and then add a second coat or two until it is thicker and pushes itself toward the edges.
Filling a bezel: It works wonderfully. So far all I have done is polymer clay pendants and filling 2 inch pendant bezels. I place a handmade polymer clay tile, thinner in depth then the bezel, and then fill the rest with resin. You have to apply it in at least two layers though, yes it will pull away from the edges unless you apply just enough of it on the second application to "Dome" the top of the piece.
What does not work at all so far: Applying it to varnished or otherwise treated pieces. The resin turns to goo and STAYS as goo. It reacts badly to most finishes, so use this mainly on unfinished materials. Also I have killed several pieces by being distracted and not checking on them for air bubbles. Raw clays and anything with a plasticized or coated surface probably wouldn't cure either.
The price is absolutely prohibative for many, I couldn't afford to buy this every week, so I recommend you buy the small bottle and play around with it for awhile before investing in more.
I have found that if you accidentally spill it, a baby wipe is your friend! I accidentally added too much and it overflowed on my piece and work surface. I just put a baby wipe over my finger and gently wiped it away ( getting this stuff OFF once it's cured usually requires a blade).
So it's great, and easy, if you use the right materials, apply it away from UV light and then move it into the light when finished, and then watch it with a toothpick in hand for the first 2-3 minutes to guard against air bubbles. It just takes a little practice!
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Great shape and quite effective, but inevitably rusts. Overall, I enjoy having 1 tool to do all my trimming needs. The reports of chattering is true in my experience also, but mostly happens when I impatiently attempt to trim while the clay is not yet leather hard (but more like leather soft). My MAIN disappointment with this tool is that the black coating gets ground down very quickly, and the exposed metal rusts. So, the rusted edges create minor nicks that obvious get transferred to your piece. I've resolved some of these effects by filing it back to a smooth edge and treating with mineral oil after every use. Yet, I'm sure you all know that keeping your tools dry in pottery is an uphill battle.
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Fun to work with. I got this for arts and crafts. It's easy to use and pretty inexpensive. The only issues that I've had with it is that for smaller pieces you have to sometimes put it back into the hot water a few times to get the smooth texture desired. If you don't it can just looks like little beads that were melted together. It's also a bit hard to make the item smooth afterward if it's small because you have to use heat to smooth it out, but if you try cutting it or sanding it, it can leave little burs on it. I will try wet sanding next time to see if my results will be better and maybe heat up a sculpting tool for the final details and hope it works out better.
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Colors as pictured, smelly, but satisfied. The colors are basically as shown and I love the variety. The repetition of "love" and "I love you" is a little excessive on the pattern, but when they are folded, it doesn't really matter. My chief complaint is just how smelly the packaging and papers are! I wrote a review for this company about the more standard-colored stars (the ones that look like primary colors, no designs, and state they are "neon-ish" and the colors had a range of extremely pale to bright as pictured, so I was disappointed with those (they also had this awful smell). Overall, I a happy with this particular purchase. I have not had a chance to see if they glow in the dark.
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All-Purpose Glycerin. My mom used it for her hair and shampoo. I've used it to experiment on making frosting for healthy cupcakes and faux donuts. I am happy that this glycerin serves as a multipurpose product. You can use it in your body care formulas, cook with it, great replacement for those alcohol based products, can be used for burns, and in terms of taste & body -- it doesn't cause tooth decay (so I've heard), and it provides a light sweetness and moisture. The fact that it is USP -- tested to be safe for food usage and effective-- it's a great buy for a gallon, for $25, what more can I say? I only took out one star because I know they make organic glycerin, and I kind of prefer organic vegetable glycerin for homemade body care products.
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Keeps your child entertained for hours. A huge hit with my 8 year old. Not so much of a hit for me. These will keep your child entertained for hours. You on the other hand, will find yourself cleaning up endless amounts of itty bitty rubber bands. The loom was a bit pricey compared to knock off brands but it is a good loom. Once your childs Rainbow loom phase is over it will get lost in the back of the closet with a plethora of other trendy toys, only to be brought out when your child wants to torture you by making you clean up these nasty little rubber bands that you cannot escape. Also it does contain small pieces that come off which are just as bad as stepping on a Lego.
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An expensive mistake. I am very unhappy with this purchase. I've never used this kind of glass before, but I was basing my expectations on these pictures. I've tried everything I can think of and all I get (when fusing) is a either a blob of clear with a few gold specks, or a glob of whatever color I used on the bottom layer - no pretty colors, flecks of color... nothing. I'd return it if I could, but I've already cut small pieces off of each of them trying to figure out if I'm doing something wrong or not. I would never buy it again, and I would not recommend it to anyone. I does look very pretty before it's fused though. I'd use it for a stained glass project, but the color comes off so I wouldn't be able to clean any flux or whatever off of it! Way too expensive for a pile of wasted glass.
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Much Smaller Than Expected & Short Cord. After further research I went back to the brand I used before and bought this one <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Adhesive-Technologies-05694-Mini-Hi-Temp-Glue-Gun-Combo-Pack-Glue-Gun-Glue-Sticks/dp/B01FIJPPN4/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Adhesive Technologies 05694 Mini Hi-Temp Glue Gun (& Combo Pack) Glue Gun & Glue Sticks</a>. Nice long cord and I expect the size to be similar to the one I have that the gremlins have hidden from me. ;)
Too small. Looks like a child's toy. I have another one that I can't find at the moment, which is also a mini but larger. <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Adhesive-Technologies-0440-Low-Temp-Mini-Glue-Gun/dp/B00114PYJG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Adhesive Technologies 0440 Low Temp Mini Glue Gun</a> and paid even less than I did for this one. I am concerned that this one is so small it will cause hand cramping. I will report back. The cord is also ridiculously short. You would need an extension cord for most, if not all, projects that are lengthy and require sitting.
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If your going to paint it........ its ok, if not move on to something else. Kind of disappointed. I expected "unfinished wood" at the title states. If, this is wood I would love to know what type. It kind of looks like MDF type of pressed and glued sawdust and slightly more durable then really thick cardboard. For my use it worked ok, I spray painted them black and put them on my chicken coop. Without paint or some kind of finishing there is no way these would last out in the elements for any extended period of time. If you are reading "unfinished wood" and think that you could stain it to protect it and still leave it looking like wood its not gonna happen. There is no way this "wood" is going to hold any stain and it certainly will not come off looking like a piece of stained oak or wood with grain in it.
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Good simulate feather. Lighter than "touch of nature " feather but will still blend for my needs. I purchased these HgShow simulate eagle feathers for a particular project I am ever so slowly working on.
I had previously purchased the HgShow Touch of Nature eagle feather (9 to 12 inches) and was quite pleased with them. Therefore, I did not hesitate to purchase these simulate eagle feathers.
I am equally pleased with these simulate feathers. Their silhouettes are quite similar to the silhouette of the Touch of Nature eagle feathers that I had previously purchased. Since these are simulate eagle feathers, they are still feathers.
Therefore, they are still an act of nature. So, no two are alike. Although, I did find that these feathers are quite similar. Additionally, these HgShow simulate feathers all fall within the 6 to 8 inch category.
I found these to be a pretty feather. Although under product description on the HgShows Amazon webpage, there is a disparity. HgShow states these are a rare and precious eagle feathers. I think this is a misnomer since the title of these feathers is simulate feathers. Therefore I cannot comment on actual make of the feather and what was done to simulate the eagle feather.
Disclaimer: I received this item at a discount in exchange for my personal review.
Either way, I am still pleased with the HgShow brand. The coloring and look is not quite the same as the Touch of Nature feathers. But, for the purposes I am using the feathers, it will work out fine and the two (eagle and the simulate feathers) will blend together.
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Best leather cord lacing I have found. I have purchased over 6 other types of leather cord/string and this is by far the best quality and best value. I used mine for making a handle wrap. It is nice and thick and uniform size. The quality of the texture is not perfect and does show some blemishes, but that is one of the things that make leather unique.
I can say I pulled really hard on this cord to tighten it on my handle and it didn't break. I am impressed.
It also looks like the picture, unlike many other leather cord lace I purchased. It is also cheaper. I would say it may be a little thick for making necklaces, but it is great. Think about the leather laces on boat shoes, this is the same type of cord.
ALSO, it is MADE IN THE USA! not China like most others. This one does not smell bad like the leather that comes from China.
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Love it. I bought a black 8x11 sheet to widen the calf of my leather boots. They were perfectly good boots, but no longer fit my calf. Rather than spend $150++ on new wide calf leather boots, and rather than spend $40++ on cheap faux leather boots, I paid $17 for a leather-like adhesive to patch my boots. I ripped the back seam of my boots about 5 inches down so they would fit my calves again, and wanted something to cover up the ripped exposed seams. I considered buying scrap leather and sewing it into place, but was concerned because the size, color and grain of scrap leather varies and I wanted the same finish and dimensions for both boots. One sheet of this was just enough to cover each side of the exposed back seam on my boots. Now my boots fit me again, and look like cool pirate boots instead of boots that are falling apart. I was amazed at how well the masta plasta matched the color and grain of my real leather boot. Nobody notices until I point it out. Very pleased!
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Not just Weddings. I was asked to take this photo prop kit for a spin in exchange for an honest review and here is what I found:
It's got a ton of stuff! Seriously, I didn't realize how many different items would be included and while there are some variations of items (I'm looking at you ties and glasses), it has a good deal to have fun with.
It says to be used for weddings and my wife is a pro photographer but the ones she has done have been more serious but I'm sure this would be fun for bachelorette parties and such.
Something that I'm actually thinking about doing is donating this to the local Children's Advocacy Committee as they help abused children cope. I think these props would be outstanding to help the kids get comfortable with the counselors as they are really fun and funny! There are some great pics of these in use posted as they are a great time.
I really like the sticks and glue? (Dots of glue I think similar like for crafts) as they could be reused and don't damage the props. At this price value point it generally doesn't matter because you get so much for a small amount.
The kit was very organized and fit nicely in a smallish square box that was less than 2" tall so it won't take up much room for the aspiring photographer or the goofy mom/dad.
Overall, I give this a big thumbs up! It is interesting, inexpensive and useful. There isn't much more I'm looking for when I choose products.
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The paper has a nice tooth and thickness. I purchased this as part of a birthday gift for my young niece who is a budding artist and who is really getting into sketching and inking. As someone who has worked in one artistic medium or another for most of my life, I was more than just excited to contribute to her interest! She was absolutely thrilled with it and has already gone though a number of pages!
The paper has a nice tooth and thickness. I initially went with this pad since it had more pages than others in a similar price point as she's just starting out and also since it's not spiral bound so she could remove pages easier to display, but I was a little hesitant thinking it might be lacking in other areas. Needless to say I was pleasantly surprised with the quality! Pigma Micron pens do not bleed though and sketching does not indent to the pages beneath. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone starting out or even to those who are a bit more advanced.
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Great knife compared to the regular X-ACTO. I ordered this knife after using the basic metal X-ACTO knife. The metal one was very uncomfortable because the textured part is so rough. This one is rubber where you grip it and very comfortable, in comparison. The blade gets a little loose at times, but I experienced that with the metal one as well. I may be doing something wrong that is making it loose. It's easily tightened, so it's no big deal to me. I love the attractive pink color, but I think you can purchase this same knife in black, so if you are a man or don't like pink, you do have options. I would recommend this one to any crafter. I don't use it every day, by any means, but the times I do use it, I enjoy the comfort. You can also use the regular and cheaper #11 blades in it, so you don't have to purchase the pricier designer series blades, which is another huge plus=)
*UPDATE: Since posting this review, I've noticed that the safety cap doesn't stay on very well and the overall shape of this is a little bulky compared to my new favorite that is by far superior to this one, the Martha Craft Knife, by EK Success and Martha Stewart. It is just much more comfortable, less bulky, but not too skinny, has a smooth silicone coating all over, and the cap actually stays on.
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I love this glue but. I love this glue. It does great on my paper projects, dries quickly, and definitely holds. What doesn't work for me is the fact that even though the bottle may not have been opened yet it leaks though the screw top and and also has pushed its way though the bottom of the nozzle, And this has not happened just once. I had recommended this glue to 4 other friends and they all have had the same problem.
When I called customer service today and told them the problem there answer was that it was an acetone based glue and this is what happens when it is exposed to the air!!!!! She also told me I should use another glue when doing paper projects. My thing is what difference does the project make. It is the bottle and glue no matter what you are working on. But if it happens when the bottles haven't been opened yet, how is that explained?
Tomorrow I will call back and talk with a supervisor because that just makes no sense.
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Gorgeous, Elegant Gloves But. They can definitely turn into a project. The embroidery is beautiful, but I noticed a couple of loose pearls. The pearls and sequins are all sewn on a single thread, which means if that threat breaks, you lose all your embellishment. They also do this on some of the more intricately beaded Egyptian belly dance hip scarves. There are two ways to fix this: fabric glue on the inside on each section of pearls/ sequins, which is the quick and easy way, or sewing them each down to reinforce them. The fabric glue might be visible from the top side so make sure it doesn't bleed through by testing a single bead. I went the sewing route since I am out of fabric glue. I took awhile, but I can say those beads aren't going anywhere. I love the look of these gloves. They go beautifully with my wedding dress, so I didn't want to give up on them. On the bright side, they look great and I have invested the time and effort to make them an even more important part of my wedding.
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Wood Mounted Stamps to Cling. This stuff is amazing!!! I have turned all my wood mounted stamps into cling mount!!! There are specialty forms you can buy to do this, but with Tack-It Over and Over, I did it for 1/4 for the price. I was so happy to figure this out.
Remove the stamps from the wood by microwaving it for 15-20 seconds and CAREFULLY pealing the rubber and foam from the wood block. If you rip the foam, you can't use Tack-It Over and Over, and you will need to use that special form. Once you remove the block, smear Tack-It Over and Over all over the back of the stamp and let sit for 24 hours. You want to make sure the Tack-It Over and Over is fully set otherwise you will make a mess of the case you put the stamp in and you will have to redo the Tack-It Over and Over on the stamp. I've converted all my stamps about 6 months ago and I am still so happy with the result!!!
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Great, but mine had bad packaging. I used a sponge only because I need it put on very very lightly for the cosplay I used it for. However, I love that it can fully cover you when you use a drop of water and a brush. The only reason I rated 3 stars instead of 5 was because of the packaging.
The product itself is amazing, but mine specifically, which arrived today, arrived with no packaging cushions (typically large bags of air), the lid wasn't secured to the blue application holder, the side of the plastic case (the yellow and white product case that says FDA approved and all that) was torn open, and the paint was dry and cracked.
PS: I almost appreciated the product casing being torn. I could slip the face paint right out of it just by moving the cardboard back.
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So easy. I'm a crafty wannabe. Thanks to be ambidextrous and only able to craft left handed, I did not get far with crochet. Knitting was fun until arthritis destroyed one of my fingers. I tried different looms but the hook always became a problem thanks to the finger.
When I saw this I was excited. Not expensive so I took a chance.
I was having fun last night.
You need to get the hang of it. Mistakes really show. Don't try anything too ambitious and you may want a thinner yard for the warp. Otherwise, I was very happy with it.
My only problem is the instructional videos are lacking and the YouTube private instructional channels are either overly drawn out or just annoying (There is one where the host uses the work 'actually' like punctuation)
I love it and can see myself getting more of these to make larger projects. Be patient There is a bit of a trick to it. Repetition is the key to learning it.
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Tiny bottles! Yellow, where are you. For some reason, I wasn't expecting the bottles to be so tiny! The red and blue were fine but the yellow looked old; there was an orange layer that had settled on the bottom and didn't incorporate when agitated. That said, the yellow did almost nothing to color the candles; even with 5-10 times the amount of the other colors, the yellow was barely noticeable. The red and blue mixed beautifully for purples but you can see in the picture that the yellow is all but empty while the blue and red are half full still. I only made one small yellow candle (the one pictured, I think it took 7 or 8 drops of yellow to get it to actually look yellow); the rest of the yellow was used trying to make green or orange to no avail; the closest I got were teal-ish blue and coral-ish pink and as I said, that was 5-10 drops yellow to barely 1 drop of red or blue.
They were fine for the time being but I will be looking for other options; I don't plan to purchase these again.
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Did the job I needed, but not much more. Pros: adorable tiny punched shapes come from these (picture that obnoxious confetti when you open a holiday card); the majority of the punches are different designs; works great on "normal" paper (printer or copier weight).
Cons: the remaining punches are repeats. A different color doesn't mean a different punch. Now I guess I'll have a re-gift or white elephant gift of about 6 punches (which I suppose could have gone on the pro side, but I think not); also, pretty difficult to punch through anything more than light weight paper.
The moral to this tale: maybe I'll buy a set for my niece and we can swap out for the ones we didn't get!
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Superb but expensive. Ugh, I really do love these scissors but they are sooo expensive. I would buy multiple pairs if they did not cost so much. These have been very handy and stay in my diaper bag all the time. I have a 19 month old and have been using these for the past 7 months. They are sharp, don't scratch up her plastic bowls, clean easily, have a helpful weight, and I never have to worry about rust. It's been key to helping my picky toddler eat adult foods; making cutting up meats, a bowl of noodles, all kinds of foods a breeze. I may try some small stainless steel ones to see how they work. (I have also used kitchen shears for the same purpose but due to their size, it's more work because cutting up food into tiny bits still requires larger movements.)
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Great for the price. Works great for stippling of polymer framed firearms. Great product for the price. It doesn't have adjustable heat but it does come with a really good assortment of tips. I personally used it for stippling my polymer framed firearms and it worked great for that I will probably use it for actual wood burning soon. It does however kind of vary with the tempurature. Sometimes it gets really hot and others it gets a little less hot but mostly a steady temp. Mine btw did show up with the latch on the box broken so not a big deal but if that's something that matters to you keep that in mind. All in all it works good and is reasonably priced.
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These scissors have been great for me. These scissors have been great for me, with x-large hands and arthritis, these scissors are very comfy, super sharp, and easy to use and allow for precise cutting.
My wife is left-handed, and with the large handle design, both righty's and lefty's can use them. She loves them, so if I want to keep them, I better hide them.
Cutting out the fabric pieces on my various sewing projects has always a task I didn't enjoy much, mostly because the "old scissors" I had weren't the right scissors for me. They were sharp, but too small for my hands. With my arthritis, cutting would quickly became painful as my hands would cramp, and controlling my cuts was difficult.
These scissors just feel good in your hands, very solid and sharp. I feel more in control of each cut and my hands don't cramp up, as a result, my cut edges are much cleaner and precise, especially on smaller pieces that need it.
I feel very confident about these new tools I've added to my sewing kit.
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