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No home should be without this. How much do I love this?! I have it everywhere. We have cats and I can now put out my "breakables." Also have some Phillips Hue lights on tables and have secured them with the putty. Also secured a few wires so they don't hang.
We have several wool scatter rugs that cats love to make into tents. Tried the sticky mats that go under rugs but they never worked. Tried this putty on all 4 corners and ran some around the edges. Putty did not harm rug or floor, although I do have to ball up the putty after a few days and mash the rugs back down.
Also, if there is one thing I hate, it is a crooked photo or painting on the wall. That problem no longer exists in our home!
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Love these molds. It took a few goes of casting before I could give an honest opinion on this item. My first go with casting was horrible, but after doing a little research I found the fault to be mine and not the product. The glue gun used to melt the mod melts into the molds MUST be HIGH heat (I initially used low heat glue gun). After using a high heat gun the items came out beautifully and I purchased many more molds. I being ever so curious decided to try using skulpey clay in the molds (after dusting mold with cornstarch) & was even more happy because the details were much more defined. I used an exacto knife to trim off any extra mod melt or clay from my item before it got to hard. Thus far I have made flowers and other items from the additional molds and turned them into pendants and keychains. I would highly recommend mod molds to crafters of all levels. They are simply great. However, if you choose to use skulpey clay do so at your own risk. There are some really good videos online that provide guidance. Happy Crafting :)
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Plug it in. It works. "Ding dong. I unpacked the box, plugged one of the doorbells into an outlet and tried the doorbell button. "Ding dong!" I plugged the second one into an outlet upstairs and pushed the button. "Ding dong!" They are set to the default "Ding dong". That is a very god thing. I used the double stick tape and stuck the button to the front door jams. Pushed the button. "Ding dong!" I listened to some of the other silly rings for grins and giggles. The barking dog one is kind of funny. Perhaps when my son is home from college I'll plug one in his room set to something funny and play a joke on him. I will think it's funny. My wife might think it's funny. My son probably won't. "Ding dong!" I wish they made a less obtrusive button than that big white thing, but it is easy to see, especially with that illuminated ring.
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An amazing device. Go out to Lowes or Home Depot and buy a piece of about 2' X 3' plywood 3/4" thick and a 2' length of 1" X 2" board. Screw the board to one of the short ends of the plywood. Use this contraption as a guide for the T-square like cutting tool. Use a ruler of your choice to measure the distance from the inside edge of the cutting board to the location of the blade when the device is aligned with the side of the board. I don't measure. I just cut out the pattern and use it to measure. I now only use my grinder to even out any rough cuts. People who gave this product poor reviews obviously did not follow the directions! The device comes with the blades installed. They are initially difficult to see. Forget reading more reviews, just buy it.
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A great green product that is US made. These bags are great! The assortment of sizes is really functional for us and I like the fact that they are tagged with there sizes, accept for the carry bag which is the smallest and is tagged with a US flag (this bag is good for garlic or hot peppers). These bags are well built and I think they will last for quite some time. The draw strings eliminate frustrating knots and twisty ties. Also, the filled bags went right into the fridge for storage. The paperboard sleeve that they came in was a nice environmentally friendly feature. My family goes through a lot of produce, so ordering two of these assortments was necessary for us. A few people expressed their interest at the supermarket. I will drop your name. Thanks for the quality product!
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Is it supposed to help novice framer??? I doubt it . I unsuccessfully framed a couple of picture frames. They came out just fine if it were for a weekend framer who could excuse 1/16" of uneven gap at each corner. The problem occurs when I had to flip entire frame while the corner is unstable. The kit comes with two pieces of spacer that should hold two frames so that the right angle V-shape is held stably. But they are hard to be used beneath the frame in the exact position they need while the joiner it self has such a small base board lacking any support to hold joining two pieces with the correct angle with the joint in the tightest contact. It is very frustrating as I struggled to stabilize the pieces together while I was pushing the V-nails into the frames. It has no suggestion of using frame clamp but the frame clamp to keep 4 pieces together must be used in conjunction of polyurethane glue such as gorilla glue otherwise joined pieces come lose a little. As I flipped the joining frames up side down, I could not see what was going on with the connection of V-nails. That just kills me. That was the gamble I always lost. I would purchase a joiner that does not require flipping a frame up side down. In fact, Logan has a higher line of joiner which offers the function. It also offers longer built in frame support to position two frames in stable places. I have eyes on Bench Master Frame joiner too. Now I have to think of how to get rid of the Studio Joiner. I paid less for this inexpensive model but it did cost me more.
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These are just what you need to have your fused glass look like stained glass. I started using these when I did using Peter McGrain glass painting method - perfectly straight lines are easy with this. I have since used these in so many ways:
- snipped for eyes
- Bent with a torch or candle for other design (eyebrows, hair, etc)
- to separate frit colors when glass painting with frit
- scattered on glass for beautiful drop mold patterns
- pattern bars with a twist
I love Uroborus for their color selection and consistency -I normally buy from my normal wholesaler but am glad to know they are available here in case I don't need the $200.00 minimum purchase I have to make with them
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The best multi-purpose scissors I've used. I feel like our family might use scissors more than the average family. Orrrr maybe I just like to have a pair in every room? Anyway, we go through a lot of scissors. It took me 30 years, but now I know that I'm picky about scissors, and these are the only multi-purpose scissors I buy. They are super sharp, cut straight, and last a very long time. We usually end up misplacing them before they wear out. Some houses have a laundry monster that steals socks. We have a scissor monster. (I promise, we are a nice family. Really.) I have scissors designated for certain things (Goody hair scissors, Gingher dressmaker's shears for fabrics, sewing scissors, round-tip kid-safe scissors) but I use these for my paper crafting hobby when a paper trimmer won't do. Apparently I'm quite picky about scissors, and these are the best.
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light yellow, faint honey scent.... not the darker honey colored bar shown. I was slightly disappointed with this purchase because I was hoping for the block of beeswax that is pictured that is a deep amber/honey color (with jagged edges). The first block I ordered (can't remember who I ordered from!) looked just like that picture so I was hoping that this was the same seller. That first block also smelled AMAZING and had such a strong scent of honey to it! I LOVED it and wanted more of that! However, the bars that I got were like the one in that other picture... they were a very light yellow color and had a VERY faint scent of honey. These are organic unrefined beeswax... I expected them to be the NATURAL honey color with honey scent. However, because it is still beeswax and it works for what I need it for, I am giving this 4 stars. It was a good price too.... just with is was more natural and less refined and smelled like honey! :)
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Easy to use. After figuring out how to get the fluid start flowing from the dried out nib, I was really happy with how it performed. Gotta be patient when first starting the pen, takes a bit of time before the fluid saturates the nib which could lead to one thinking it was dried up or non functional.
I was able to get a nice fine line drawing done if I did not press down with too much pressure, it can quickly start letting go more fluid if either I press too firmly or do not move along fast enough. The leafing stuck to the adhesive very well and smoothed out beautiful.
Had I known leafing could be so easy with use of this type of adhesive Pen, I would have tried it long ago!! It really is great. I didn't care for the sample leaf that came with it, the color looked really tacky gold, but was good for practice, so I did find it useful.
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Item either absolutely horrible or mine was defective. I think ideally this product is great. However, the one I have is horrible. It is virtually impossible to slide a piece of paper through the middle, much less punch it. After sliding a piece of paper/cardstock through (as it gets crumpled going in), it will punch the design as shown. However, when it takes 2 minutes or more to slide a piece of paper or cardstock through without crumpling and damaging it before punching, it's not a good product. It should be much easier than this.
I can physically see where the issue is with the product, so I am inclined to say that the one I received is defective. However, if they were all made like this, then it is just an absolutely horrible product that is inefficient and cumbersome.
Unfortunately, the seller can do nothing because they follow Amazon's return policy, and for Amazon's return policy the item must be unused and unopened, and they do not help you with refund or replacement if it is a defective product due to the seller/product (and not due to a defective unit caused by shipping damages). This is my first bad experience with Amazon and also with their seller - who can apparently do nothing to help. I think that's pretty ridiculous.
WASTE OF MONEY!
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AS TO BEING PENNY WISE AND A POUND FOOLISH...There was a good lesson here for me. It is always nice to purchase a product that actually performs the task for which you purchased it for. It is also nice to purchase a product that has glowing reports from other reviewers and find that the enthusiastic endorsements have not been overly stated and that they are absolutely correct...no reviewer inflation here!
This punch is an absolute workhorse and is extremely well made. There are features to this particular punch that should be noted:
It can, as several have stated, handle stacks of at least 20 standard sheets of paper. It should also be noted that it can handle thicker paper, such as construction paper, light boards and plastic document protectors, cards and other material with ease.
It has a very nice tray at the bottom to catch the punched holes, but unlike many other models I have used, this one actually hold to the main body of the punch quite well and is not constantly falling off, creating a horrid mess. It is easy to remove and empty and is a snap to place back on the punch.
This item is heavy when compared to other punches. This may cause difficulties for some, but for my money, this is a big plus as it is not constantly sliding all over the place.
The machine is preset right out of the box, but adjusting measurements for the holes is an easy chore.
There is little or no maintenance (Other than emptying the tray when needed from time to time).
The action is easy and actually requires very little force. The cuts in the paper are extremely clean and extremely precise.
It should be noted that you can buy three hole punches much cheaper; I unfortunately have done just that on a couple of occasions in the past. This, for me, was "penny wise, a pound foolish." I could have actually saved quite a bit of money simply for forking out a few more bucks for this thing to begin with rather than having to continually replace these things.
This is a well built machine which should last me the rest of my life-time. I use it for various hobbies as well as my work.
Don Blankenship
The Ozarks
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A great 80% Solution. Would have given this product 5 stars except for a minor flaw. I use 90lb string. I a strong wind it lets out pretty fast. I noticed after several uses the line cut notches in the bracket that holds the guide. When the wind shifts the guide turns and the line runs over the bracket. If the bracket were made of metal (with rounded edges)it'd be perfect. I also advise a pair of work gloves. When the two I have now start to wear out I'll definitly upgrade to a higher quality version of this product; however, this reel so enhances the kite flying experience it was well worth the price. It also made the kite flying experience easier for my young son. I the case of young children, an adult should deinitely let out the line especially in a high wind.
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A great collection of tools for any sculpting and pottery artist. I bought this to use with sculpting clay and various other sculpting products. I am very pleased with this set of tools and cannot wait to explore all the possibilities that I can create with this set. The set includes a variety of pieces for shaping, texturing and making unique lines on your work. I love that the pieces are double sided so you don't only get 11 tools you actually have more than that because each side has a different tool. The quality is great, the handles are smooth and comfortable and the blades are sturdy enough that if you do have to use any pressure they will not break.
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This cuts round bottles very nicely, but I had some trouble with square bottles . I used this to cut over 200 bottles as party favors for our wedding. This cuts round bottles very nicely, but I had some trouble with square bottles with rounded edges, or anything with a corner. It took some time to get used to, and I'd say I probably broke about 10% of the bottles that I had cut. It comes with three or four total cutting wheels, and now that i've done all the bottles, i'd say its definitely time for some new cutting wheels. I probably wouldn't have broken so many bottles if I had replaced the cutting wheels sooner.
This is a good product, and very cheap for what we used it for. I'd buy it again if i had another large product.
I used the following polisher to sand these down "Diamond Hand Pad Professional for grinding, polishing and sharp edges #200 Class A" along with the MasterFab Bottle Bit which made sanding all of these much easier. Warning about the bottle bit - it only can handle certain sizes, so anything larger needs another method of sanding.
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Im probably the idiot here. Well I am most likely the idiot here. I bought this thinking it was a full sized hay bale to put outside on my stoop as decor with some pumpkins...well I should have looked closer at the dimensions because when it came it turned out to be a Hay Bale for Ants... it was literally like 2 inches long. Certainly my pumpkins would not be fitting on this. And naturally I didn't assume straw was that expensive so I figured $9 bucks was a reasonable price for a regular sized hay bale. My mistake here.
So I know you're thinking ok well this is your problem why the negative review. But I don't know why anyone would buy this. Firstly, this thing leaks straw everywhere. I opened it just to look at and pieces of straw everywhere on my table and floor. And if you are using this for decor in your house I believe it is still too small. The only thing I can imagine someone buying this for is if the have a doll house or something they want to have a decorative piece of hay for. It is literally that small. I feel that if you're looking for some decor for indoors you would want at least like 7 inches or so...no smaller than a fist.
My main suggestion here is to read the dimensions and make sure its what you're looking for!
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LOVE THESE PENCILS. I joined the coloring craze and enjoy different ways to explore different mediums, so wanted to try these pencils. I'd seen beautiful pictures done with a painting technique using these type pencils. Well, apparently I need more practice! Sketching in color and then dipping a little brush in water to "paint" over the color, bit by bit, was not for me! That being said, I LOVE these pencils. Because they ARE water soluble, they color very smoothly, with some pencils having a bit more harder lead then others. It's easy to blend in the colors for a natural look, too. There is such a gorgeous assortment of colors to choose from, and I LOVE the storage tin they come in. I much prefer this type of colored pencils over the usual brands.
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X-ACTO Standard Knife Set. Bought this kit over the more popular basic set and Im glad I did. This one had lots more blades and is only a few dollars more.
I greatly prefer the all metal #6 handle in this set to the mostly plastic #5 handle in the standard set. Its got a nice weight, but isn't too heavy.
They both come with #1 and #2 handles, but this set comes with two extra #11 blades which are probably the most useful and common x-acto blades. This is in addition to the many other extra blades that come with this set obviously.
The way I see it, why not spend about 5 extra bucks one time to get the full set? This way you have everything you'll ever need and you won't have to buy much else later.
Overall, this set is very nice and has that nice x-acto high quality feel. The blades came oiled and are all VERY sharp. The wooden box is great for storage and the magnetic blade holder is a nice touch. 5/5.
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Very good general purpose small affordable scissors. Very good general purpose small affordable scissors. I have several pairs of more expensive scissors for special purposes, from sewing and fine needle work to trimming hooves on goats. But for all the cutting jobs that don't need special scissors, and that I really do not want my special scissors being used for, these scissors are wonderful. Sharp enough, strong enough, and long enough to give good enough leverage for most common household tasks and light farm work. Small enough to carry in my pocket in case I need them. Sharp enough not to tear paper or cloth. Cuts straight enough when cutting straight, turns easily.
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Smells yummy. I was really worried. I ordered these and afterwards read reviews saying they smelled like cigarette smoke. I figured I would take it as a loss but hope for the best. First thing I did was stick my nose inside the package to take a whiff. I'm an ex smoker and now I am very sensitive to cigarette smoke. I was delighted to find that it had an earthy, honey smell to it. Maybe I could see how a non smoker could maybe think that smells as smoke, maybe I got a good batch, or maybe people like to make things out worse than they are. Anyways, I haven't melted any down yet, but the smell, which was my first concern, is delicious.
On a different note, they claim organic.. which it is an organic MATERIAL... but its not USDA certified organic. No beeswax is. You cant control where your bees go. Unless the beehive is in a bubble of certified organic plants, and never escape, its not the organic you are thinking of. I am giving it a 4 star but I am asuming it will melt nicely. I knocked a star off for using the word organic, though it is organic material, it is not the "organic" that people look for
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Heavy-duty and well-constructed. The first thing I noticed when I unpacked this hole punch is how heavy it is. It definitely feels sturdy. The handles are textured and provide an easy grip. Included in the package are a small screwdriver and an additional plate, and you'd use the screwdriver to detach the old one and install the new one. The punch itself is easy to use. You simply dial the wheel to the hole punch end that best matches the size of the holes in the belt. You have several to choose from. You then line up the tip of the tool where you'd like the hole and squeeze the handles. Depending on the thickness of the belt or strap, you may need to apply a little extra force to punch it through, but it doesn't require Herculean strength, or anything. I used this tool to punch a hole through a fairly thick belt, and I did have to use some additional force to punch it all the way through. It wasn't difficult, but was worth noting. The hole also wasn't cut as cleanly as the others, and had a few frayed bits of leather around it, but, again, I attribute that to the fact that the belt is pretty thick. I used the tool on an old purse that has a strap made of thinner leather, and it punched cleanly through with no problems. Overall, this leather punch is pretty fantastic, and I'll be using it for our too-large belts, as well as some craft projects I've been wanting to try. I received a discounted rate on this hole punch in exchange for my evaluation and unbiased review.
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The cane is in good shape. There were a few strands that had . This is my first time caning a rocking chair. So far, I have caned the seat and am now caning the back part. I ordered two hanks and it is taking nearly all of it to complete the rocking chair. The cane is in good shape. There were a few strands that had bad or torn places, but they were easily cut out. Most strands were nice and long. The finished chair is going to look great. I have just ordered two more hanks for another rocking chair. Hard work, but worth the effort. Although, I have no experience with ordering different caning supplies, I am satisfied with this particular item.
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Game camera security. The box fits as advertised and seems very sturdy. I'm on a deer lease in the middle of the Eagle Ford Shale country. Most hunters in the area have had theft from their camps due to the vast number and variety of people coming in and out to work on well sites. I was very concerned about losing my camera to a thief. I think this box with a Master Lock security cable will do the trick. I'll report back if not.
UPDATE: I installed the box and camera this weekend. I used four 3 1/2" lag screws to secure it to the tree and locked it with a heavy-duty brass MasterLock combination lock. Since mesquite trees aren't perfectly straight, I used a stack of washers to get it at the angle I wished. While nothing will probably stop a determined crook, it will take some serious work to get it away from the tree without damaging the camera. I also did a homemade camo job on the lock for it to blend it with the tree. You have to look straight at it to notice it.
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5 Stars for the pakaging & 3 Stars for the glue. I cant count how many tubes and cans of glue I have thrown out over the years due to them getting hard and unusable over time. I generally only use small amounts of glue at a time so over time I have learned to only buy small amounts since I will only be throwing it away anyway. This packaging is a great idea, I wish all the glue companies would do it.
As for the Crazy Glue itself maybe it's me but I have had very little success using it. I have tried using this glue since it first came out with the ad of the guy hanging from a steel beam from his hard hat. Yes it worked for small jobs but there are other glues that could do that also. But for anything serious where pressure or a strain was going to be exerted on the mended part it never has worked for me. That hard hat thing has to be a total farce, would you try it ??? This is the last time I try Krazy Glue for any serious repairs, I'll go for Gorilla Glue or a 2 part glue that has to be mixed together they have worked better for me in the past.
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Not Just for Kids. I bought a copper etching picture, but the original etching tool was lost. I was a little reluctant to buy this as a replacement because it was advertised for use by children.
In the end, I bought this as the best and cheapest option to try. The four tools each have about a 6" handle, and I found them quite easy to use as an adult. They provide a thin line, a little broader line, and two other wider scraping sizes that I didn't use.
I was able to complete my picture with complete satisfaction. If you want broader lines, you may have to repeatedly scrape over the line, but the tool worked well.
In general, I would not recommend copper etching pictures for anyone younger than maybe 9 or 10 because they usually require lots of patience and attention to detail. But for the right user, you can create a beautiful picture with these tools.
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Good for arts and crafts projects. I purchased this pack of paper to make Origami shapes for and with my granddaughters, however this paper is too thin to make a lot of things. It tears easily if you crease it too hard or handle it too many times. With that being said, it is wonderful paper for crafts or scrapbooking. I put some in my bag for church and let my granddaughters use it to write and color on, then we folded them into "cootie catchers" just for playing with. I also cut a bunch of it into strips to use for my "gratitude jar" where you write down daily something you are thankful or grateful for and at the end of the year, you open it and read all the papers to find out what you have been blessed with that year. Fun for families, roommates, singles, etc. I want to use this paper also to start a good deed chain. For each "good deed" my grandkids do while at Grandma's house, they will get to put a loop together and when we hit a set amount, we will get to make cookies or s'mores. Keeps them on their toes and their best behavior. I like that this paper is so very colorful and is small enough for my three and seven year old granddaughters to handle. It comes nicely packaged, however mine was torn a bit and some of the pages had a bit of a wrinkle on end but most of them were intact. I received this product at a discount for my honest review. There are so many arts and crafts ideas you can use this paper for, but for origami it did not work too well with the shapes I tried.
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Definitely worth the buy. It's great. My only problems with it are that the candles don't last that long and the red lacks vibrancy. Outside of that, this kit is perfect. I love the process of lighting a candle, holding the spoon over the flame, pressing the wax into the little bowl at its end as the bottom is being lightly coated in soot, and watching as the level of the melted wax slowly rises... it's peaceful and elegant, and the finished seal is just enough to envoke those same feelings in the recipient of your parcel; casting their mind's eye back to a time of simplicity, refinement, and elegance while turning them into lords and ladies of the manor having just received an entreating missive from a well travelled friend hoping to gain an invitation to one of your infamous, bacchanalian masquerades.
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Extremely useful and versatile. Instamorph is great! I was skeptical before buying it, but as soon as I made my first object I knew it was worth it. 12 oz. is more than enough to get started. Instructions say to heat it to 60C, I always go a little hotter. Material turns from white to clear when it is ready for molding. I use a continuous shaping technique, using more and more force as it hardens. Takes a little practice to start getting really nice pieces. Great for repairs, makeshift adapters, replicating parts, or making brand new parts! Shape it around a threaded rod or screw and it will hold the thread shape. You can make individual parts and then heat and mold them together to form a large complex part.
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Good quality heavy molds. I am am a expirenced bath bomb maker , and I have worked with different molds. When this set came I was VERY impressed with the 2 larger size molds that you need to apply more pressure being a heavy duty metal . I had used other sets but they have been cheaply made and dent . These have the same feel as the better quality large molds I use. I have incuded pictures of the different sizes for refrence , as well as a finished product using these molds. They will give you a nice smooth bathbomb . The smallest is not the same heavy material as the larger of the three but that is because using the tinest mold you definitley need to apply heavy pressure. The extra storage bags were a very cute touch too !
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Would not recommend for beginners. I hate leaving low star reviews, but if this helps one person avoid what I went through, I'll consider it worthwhile.
I would highly recommend not purchasing these if you are new to sculpting. There are plenty of heads available in this set, but the biggest problem I faced is that there are no tools to subtract clay (the medium I was using) from the model. All of the tools with this set allowed you to cut, form, shape, etc, but nothing for removing clay - you're basically pushing clay around. These were the first tools I purchased when I learned how to sculpt, and I got extremely frustrated, almost to the point of giving up. If you are attempting to sculpt miniatures with this set, save yourself the headache, and don't.
Another issue is that they are metal, rigid, and pretty sharp. Therefore they leave a lot of undesirable tool marks in the sculpt. I was able to get most of them out, but I could not finesse the clay I wanted because it was just pushing the clay around, rather than subtracting it from the model. When working with softer clay, this can be extremely frustrating for beginners. You see all these really clean sculpts online, and when yours looks like a hatchet was used, it can be very discouraging.
I didn't realize how big of an issue it was until I purchased a loop tool and ball stylus. Talk about a night and day difference! These are good tools to have around if you need them in a pinch, and the cost affords you the ability to purchase, try, and store until needed. But if you are just starting out, use the money on some good loops and ball stylus tools. Hours and hours of frustration can easily be avoided.
P.S. The HUGE warning on the side was also very discouraging as I wanted to sculpt with my 8 year old daughter. But after that warning, um, no thanks! How is that even allowed?
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Cheesy Tone. The electronic MIDI sound is cheesy compared to my previous Thomas & Betts wireless doorbell. The pushbutton had become barely responsive over time so I decided to replace it. The action of the button on this system is very good but programming is cumbersome as both the receiver and transmitter must be within reach during programming making future modifications an inconvenience. My biggest gripe however is the cheesy canned electronic tones it emits similar to legacy arcade video games. Why could the manufacturer better emulated true bell tones? I'll see how annoying I find this item over a few days time and may soon opt to return this disappointing system.
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Skeptical at first but extremely satisfied now. I bought this product because I am a DIYer and didn't want to spend $12.00 per square foot from Home Depot for concrete ledgestone. It was hard at first because I had little knowledge with concrete but after reading the instructions on the included manual I became very efficient with making these molds. I built my outdoor kitchen, and outdoor fireplace with the bricks I created from this mold. The product can come out the same as the picture or better if you're creative enough. I have bought 2 sets of this mold to speed up my building process. But like every DIY projects, this can be tedious after a while. I wouldnt trade this for an already made stone set (Unless I was filthy rich)
Pros= cheaper than buying stone veneers, finished product very similar to pictures, very rewarding after its built. Very eco friendly and easy to make (my younger sister would use this as well.
Cons= Preparation time can be slow and repetition of making hundreds of square feet can be tedious. Buying concrete bags can also be tedioous and heavy after a while.
But overall the savings will speak for itself example my project:
Outdoor Kitchen- from Home Depot Stone @ 1558 sq feet= $18,696.00
Outdoor Kitchen- from mold store including dyes, cement, oil= $798.00 roughly
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Makes needlework much easier. If you do needlework, this stand will definitely make it easier for you. I have found my work goes much more quickly too. I've attached a lighted magnifier to mine and keep it next to the sofa so I'm ready to pick up my work whenever I get a few minutes, or to work while watching t.v.
There are drawbacks to the stand - exposed bolts near the work area. I reversed them to point upwards to avoid potential hazard to inquisitive pets. I would strongly suggest you do the same if you have toddlers or younger children, or maybe even buy shorter bolts. Also, this stand does not have the option to easily switch to the back, although it is significantly less expensive than the other model.
I do like the knobs so you can easily change the angle and height of your work, as well as re-position it if someone knocks it out of balance.
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Spiffy Set. The company I work for always participated in Relay for Life. In doing this, we often have cook out type fundraisers, car shows, and of course an area at the actual relay. One of the things we usually do for the kiddos is face painting. This is a fun way to raise a few dollars while keeping the tinies entertained. We have tried a variety of different paints. We have even made our own in ice cube trays per Pinterest instruction! Given that we have had a lot of experience with this, I can say that this is a really great little set!
Everything you need, other than a cup of water and some paper towels, is included. You can see from the pictures and read in the description all of the contents, so I won't fill this with that. We used the stencils over and again. They got to where they weren't as sticky after peeling and re-sticking them a few times, but because it is such a small space to paint, we were able to hold it in place with one hand and paint with the other. At the end of the night (we used this set at Relay for Life this year) we had a little over $50.00 in the can. Charging a dollar a paint, we must have done at least fifty faces. We still had some left in the container, more of some components than others. It was definitely worth it for the fund raising fun and the convenience of having everything all in one place.
Overall, I am very pleased with this little set. It served its purpose very well. I don't know that it is the best set up for a multi use sort of thing, but for a single event, it is definitely convenient!
I received this PaintFun 24 Piece Face Paint, Body Paint & Glitter Party Pack. (Paints 60+ Faces!) 100% Child Safe (FDA Approved) at a discounted price in exchange for an honest review. :) I hope that my review is helpful and know that I was in no way swayed by the discounted price. I try to truthfully describe and critique the item to the best of my ability, and usually with a personal touch. Feel free to ask any questions you might have. Thank you for taking the time to read my review. Hopefully it helped!
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Great mold, great pattern. Very popular with the soap making crowd at our house! Both kids are in 4-H Horse Club now, and really enjoyed making soaps with this 3-cavity plastic mold. We did have to have Dad take the soap out the next day, but the detail on the soaps was very nice, and everyone likes the results very much! I meant to take pictures but unfortunately the first batch of soaps was for a 4-H fundraiser basket, and had to be made and packaged and sent back out the door very quickly, so I forgot. When we do the next batch, I will stop back and add pictures. The kids love making soap, and now that we have this mold, they have been asking to do it again very regularly. I love how the pattern is building excitement for the project with them because it makes it relevant to other things they love! Great mold, great pattern!
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Cuts skin easily. I bought this cutter because it was similar in appearance to a blue one I have. I thought they were the same brand; the brand on mine had worn off. I wanted additional ones for my purse, desk drawer at work, and another one for the house.
I didn't buy this Slice Safety Cutter because I wanted a cutter for boxes, paper, etc. I have scissors and regular box cutters I can use. I bought this because it says it's safe. It even has a small hole in it so you can hang it on a keychain or lanyard. If you want blood in your purse, pocket, or on your chest then go for it. I advise against it. It's sharp but not safe as it claims.
The picture is of my hand. I had tested it on the back of my hand to make sure it wouldn't cut me when I reached into my purse. I touched it very lightly to my hand...nothing seemed to happen which I thought was good. So I tested it a second time, a little less lightly. No blood - at first. A few seconds later there was blood, and pain, and an overwhelming sense of stupidity.
The picture shows what it looks like 9 days later. So you can see it's quite sharp.
If you want small and sharp, this is it. If you want small, sharp, and SAFE get the iSlicer (I later found out that's what my original cutter is). I'm ordering those.
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I was impressed. I found two free leather sofas on Craigslist that were faded very unevenly by the sun. They were also a burgundy color. I deglazed the sofas with an alcohol/lemon juice mixture and then dyed them with Fiebing's Professional Oil Dye in chocolate. The dye did an amazing job with consistent color on each area, both sun-faded and the original color of the leather.
I also used the dye on an old braided synthetic fiber rug. I didn't want a crunchy texture of paint, so I decided to experiment with oil dye. (Rit dye did nothing, as if I had painted it with water color.) It was a mess, and it took an insane amount of dye for a 6x9 rug (about 48 ounces total) but it worked, as a first step. The biggest problem was that the dye wasn't color-fast as it is on leather. It came right off on my hands, even after 3 days of drying. Makes sense, since it's a leather dye, not a fiber dye, right? I ended up sealing the dye on the rug with watered down paint (again, to avoid crunchiness) in a color that closely matched the dye. If I hadn't used the dye, the paint wouldn't have had enough coverage in the water-down form (I checked on the side I didn't dye. No good.) I don't recommend this crazy project, it was way too expensive and one heck of a mess, but I do have a lovely brown braided rug under my kitchen table now. Bottom line, the dye is good stuff.
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Cutting Corners or Design Change?? - Quality is Gone. ALERT....ALERT.....ALERT
Either Gingher is cutting corners or there was a design change. I have been a collector for several years and have to say that I will stop collecting as the quality that we have seen in the past is gone and I will not pay their asking price for a product that is now poorly produced. If you have a pair prior to 2011,compare them closely. There are several things that have changed.
- The fingerholes are now smaller and I can feel the differnce (and I have small hands). My pairs prior to 2011, feel good on my hands these are snug.
- The design is also no longer what we enjoyed. A seemless desgin all the way around. On these it looks as though there is a top and bottom because if you look closely you can see a seam and the finish is not the same. The previous ones were highly polished these are not. Even the Gingher logo is much smaller.
These were sent back!!
Bring back the Quality Gingher - or you have lost a very loyal customer
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but the best thing about it is if it is not perfect. This product at first was a bit challenging to work with for me a novice at making shapes, but the best thing about it is if it is not perfect, you can place it back in hot water and then continue to work with it until it is perfect. I used a mold to get the shape that I wanted on my first item and that worked very well. I used a old coffee mug and kept heating the water to get it just right. I used a plastic disposable spoon which I threw away when I was done. The colored pellets worked very well, as I just folded the plastic with only 3 yellow pellets with a spoon full of clear pellets, then resoaked the colored mixture for 40 seconds and then shaped it. My second attempt went very well. Not for kids.
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Very, very pretty. I saw this punch on HSN during their Craft Day and was in love with it immediately. Didn't care for the bundle, decided to wait. And bought it on Amazon.com just recently. - As with all "punch all over the page" punches, proper alignment is of utmost importance to get the design to come out right. For the impatient puncher, I suggest you stay away from these punches since the paper often shifts ever so slightly as the magnets connect, so triple check and punch once... You do that and realign if necessary, and you'll love this design. It is subtler than her other punches, which is why I wanted it, and it leaves an airy feel to the punched paper. Save the little flowers that punch out for something else. I used a pale yellow to punch the design with an egg shell paper underneath, very pretty. Ideal background for many things, I hope the designers come out with more punches along this daintier line.
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Adorable molds for making beauty products. These silicone molds work great! I use them to make home made lotion bars and the "100% Hand Made" de-bossing is a nice touch when giving them away as gifts. There really isn't anything to using them...just pour in the hot liquid and let it set. They're easy to clean too, just like any other silicone kitchen too.
My only wish is that they sold this exact same item as a tray with multiple molds to make it more efficient/easy to process in bulk. Its a time consuming process to pour and wait for 2 pieces to set for 10 minutes in the freezer (yeah, I'm impatient and won't wait for it to air cool) and go through the same process over and over.
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PERFECT for Cold Process Soap. This mold is ideal for making beautiful large soap bars!
I've looked high and low for tips on getting soap out of the molds and haven't found very good tips, so this is what I did: After the soap sits in the molds for 24 hours, I place the mold in the freezer for about an hour. When I remove from the freezer, I set the mold in about 1/2 inch of hot water for a few seconds - be careful not to get water on the soap. With a little help, the soap will come out like ice from a tray! This method has worked well for keeping the facial features intact.
Be sure to tap the molds after adding the soap to remove any bubbles which might form in the facial area.
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Washi Tape. From what I can tell this product seems to be of a very good quality, and therefore highly recommended on my part. Something I would caution a potential buyer of however is the price of the product. I like to think of myself as an avid crafter, and I use things such as washi tape all of the time. Because of this simple fact I typically tend to accumulate a plethora of items such as this. Because of this I have started to notice certain things when I am deciding whether or not to purchase a product. You only get 8 roles in this package, all of which are different colors and designs. This is good, but there are only 10 yards per role which can run out rather quickly. With the given price, you would end up paying a little less than a dollar for a role- which isn't horrible, but I have been able to get upwards of 50 roles in the past for only 5 dollars. I have found that when it comes to washi tapes, buying in bulk is better. You can get an even better deal if you are not as picky with the styles that you receive. Another thing that I would recommend you consider before buying this product is how you plan to store the roles. They are quite difficult to keep up with, especially when you have a large number of them. The tape overall is quite good, but you should consider these small things before pulling out your wallet.
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So far, very impressed. So I just got this machine today , June 1,2017. So far, I am very, very, very impressed. I was very nervous at first, some of the videos you find on line show miss wires, or poor electrical connections. But everything so far has worked out of the box. I am still trying to understand the workflow as I do not have corell draw and don't intend on buying it as it's an extra 300 bucks. But it does come with a stand alone laser cutting program called LaserDRW. Trying to figure it out. But I made a quick laser engraving of a star, which worked incredibly well.
If you want to upgrade the tube, and the electronics, I found this dite called Light Object.com They have an entire upgrade kit for this exact machine. Apparently it makes the machine a lot easier to use.
Ill update as I progress.
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So much better than Boye's. Before I ordered this, I was using a Boye pompom maker to make a whole bunch of pompoms for a rug. It was SUCH A PAIN. The Boye pompom maker is difficult to use, difficult to tie off, and the pompoms require a lot of trimming and fiddling with to get them to look right. I finally gave in and ordered this Clover pompom maker and it is SO MUCH BETTER. It's super easy to tie the pompoms off good and tight and the pompoms come off of it full, fluffy, and ready to go. I ended up tossing all of the ones that I made before with my Boye maker b/c they looked cruddy next to my new Clover pompoms. I wish I would have just gotten this one in the first place.
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LOVE LOVE LOVE. I love this. It is easy to use and does exactly what it says it does. The only downfall I can see is the basic directions are great. but there are other patterns in the pamphlet that make no sense. But on the bright side if you have a internet access which you must if you are reading this review :) You can go on Youtube and there are loads of very easy videos on there to make all kinds of bracelets. I had 3 done after only having it out of the box 30 minutes. I am usually one that buys gadgets open them up then they sit around collecting dust....Yeah not this one. I need to order more bands because I used every single one of them. So I have to say it is a must have.
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Not the best quality lobster clasps. All the clasps I received have scratched surfaces. I sell my handmade items, and I can not use any of them at all. I purchased via Prime, but since this shop is China based, I can not even get a refund on my my purchase, so I am out over 40.00 usd. Other lobster clasps I have purchased here on Amazon from other sellers (US based) where of great quality with smooth surfaces. I am obviously aware that they are also China made, but the quality control was greatly lacking on these. If you need clasps for your own handmade items to give or keep, then this is not an issue. As a person who sells items made from them, it is, and they are just going to collect dust.
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Stack did not match listing or the stack cover. I struggled with this review, since the quality is good, but I must have received an anomoly. My stack was neither shimmering nor textured, as indicated in the product description. The stack I received did have 48 sheets of good quality cardstock (somewhere around an 100# index weight or an 80# cover weight) in dark colors - think autumn foliage colors (e.g., forest green, burnt umber, burnt orange rust, antique brass, dark chocolate, gun-metal gray, eggplant, etc.) or steam punk colors. The cover looked exactly the same as the pictures for the listing, but the innerds were so totally different. The stack I received would be good for scrapbooking in a more antiqued style than I have - I had bought this stack to make very simple-and-modern-styled spring celebration and birthday cards and thank you notes to keep around for girlfriends. This will not work. I will still keep it, since it is a good deal for the quality. With the exception of a few birthday cards for guys, I just probably won't touch it until fall of next year. So, sorry for not posting a picture of what I got, but I don't want to tear the stack apart just yet. On with the search for feminine-colored shimmery solid card stock.
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Cameo owners!! DO NOT BUY. ATTENTION CAMEO USERS!!! DO NOT BUY!!! my wife went through a couple sheets and the paper is just too thin. I normally don't leave reviews but to see my wife get so frustrated save yourself some time and don't buy this. Used a different kind of vinyl and it printed perfectly so if you have a cameo then move on to another product because this one sucked! She spent over an hour trying to print initials and never would work. She tried several different settings and I would consider her an expert with her cameo since she has done all different kinds of prints using different thickness of vinyl either it be heat transfer or regular so it's not the user it's the paper. Just a heads up.
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This Set - Like the Company - is AWESOME! And Not Just Because it's $10 Less than Any Other Seller for the Same Exact Set. I *love* that this company puts front and center that this product is vegan. You never know what's in products these days, and even Burt's Bees uses crushed up beetles as one of their colorants! So, for me, that's really important to know.
I also love that they make a point of mentioning not only that it's hypo-allergenic, but that it's nut-free, because if you are using it on children you just never know who has what allergy these days. In fact, I wish that they'd mention whether or not it's gluten-free.
The palette is adorable, and the colours are rich and vibrant (love the silver and gold - which is to what the "Gold Silver Brushes Sponges" in the description refers - to be clear, it means "you get gold and silver paint, brushes (3) and sponges", although actually my set only had one sponge, not sponges (plural)). The clear, molded plastic lid fits over the palette, and is reusable, so that you can keep the paints contained, and use them again.
Not only that, but you will note that this exact set is sold on Amazon, private labelled, by several different sellers. *This* one, by Ava and Frank, is *$10 to $15 LESS* than those other sets. The only difference is that some (but not all!) of those other sets come with an extra, larger, pot of black and pot of white. Well you know what? This set *does* include black and white, and if I need more black or white I can buy it separately and it will still cost way less!
Moreover, the company *rocks*! When they reached out to me to review this for them, they were very clearly a company with heart, a sense of humour, and a grasp of the English language (you other reviewers know what I mean here).
Now, all that said, I don't have kids at home any more - so I'm torn as to whether I should give this set to my 18 year old son and his girlfriend, to play with, or..maybe paint something special on myself for my boyfriend to find. ;~) What do you guys think I should do?
In full disclosure, this company sent me this to review, however I am not bashful about giving my true opinion of a product (hey, I'm a lawyer, just try to *stop* me from giving my opinion! :~) )
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Need good vibes to find the brand new Yarn Winder I purchased and immediately misplaced. I would dearly love to write a review about this product, but I have brain-fog and short-term memory loss from an intractable migraine. I remember receiving it and being so excited about it and now have absolutely now idea where it is in my house. I know it never left our great room, so it's in the vicinity of all my beautiful yarn. However, I can't justify buying another one no matter how much I want all my hanks and skeins in those gorgeous yarn cakes. So all you crocheters, knitters, and tatters - send me good vibes so that I can find it and reach my full winding potential!
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Not my best purchase, but doing what I wanted them to do. Guessing about 8% were chipped or otherwise unusable. However, the glass is a nice thickness and the silver coating is consistent. The tiles are wrapped in groups of 10 with inter-leafing paper that is then wrapped in an outer layer of paper. This outer wrapping isn't quite thick enough to keep the tiles from being jostled during shipping, which may be part of the reason for chipped tiles. Perhaps the bigger reason for the chips is packaging. As you can imagine, 200 3" tiles get a bit heavy and the USPS isn't known for its gentle handling ability, so secure packaging is a must. In my case, the box itself was overstuffed: the top was bulging from too many popcorn pieces. And even though there were several stiff support pieces around the perimeter; there could have been more to separate the tile packages.
Some folks have complained that some of the tiles have sharp edges or are not perfectly square. While I found this to be true in my case, it wasn't an issue for my application.
Would I buy them again? Only if the price were lower or if the packaging were improved to insure no chipped tiles.
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Legalize Marijuana. Please keep in mind that my rating is based off of my personal expectations,
which may not be as reasonable as the next guy's.
I purchased these cigar cutting scissors because I thought, " if there is cutter that is more precise than my dual bladed guillotine, I want it." Plus, honestly, they look awesome! But my first cut with my new cigar toy was a little disappointing. The cut wasn't as clean as I was hoping. Definitely not as precise as my guillotine. And my guillotine isn't fancy at all. It's plastic.
Not all is lost though. The scissors became my go to weapon for "tip evening." If i am getting a run in a smoke, I will ash, then cut the un-burned side off to make the stick even again, then re-light. It's a hell of a lot easier to do this with these scissors, that to put your whole stick thorough a guillotine, just to even it. Way less mess from ash too.
Also I should note, if you are going to buy scissors, pick scissors that have handles touching, not spread out like these. I have to Almost completely open my hand out all the way in order to fit the blades around the gauge.
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Multi-Purpose Scissors ~ Stainless Steel - 8-1/2 in long - Heat Treated. These scissors will cut just about anything your give them, & they do it cleanly 98% of the time.
They're durable, they're not going to win any fashion statements, but they work perfectly at cutting everything from paper to last night's chicken.
I have cut paper, thin plastic,cardboard, thin metals(up to 0.005 of an inch thick), I've cut up a chicken with these, removed the skin from a turkey breast,....I do not know if there is anything they will not cut.
The quality of the manufactured product is great these might be cheap in price, but not in quality.
Having said that, the reason for the 3 stars & not 5, is because the handles are made small...
I mean like a "Lady's size" small. I wear large sized gloves, so these are prolly about a medium or small in size(talking about the size of the handles).
These also can not be sharpened in a scissor sharpener type tool...the reason why is the will not fit in it. These are stainless steel blades so it's not because the steel is cheap quality, it's the plastic tha covers part of the blades & what makes up the handles, that is why they do not fit in a scissor sharpener.
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Drop in quality. Not the quality I expected, first box is going back to Amazon for a replacement. The stencil cutting knife is garbage, the blade sits very loose and wobbles sideways, I can also pull it out easily w/o loosening the ring that is supposed to hold it in.
The swivel knife is also worse than an other version I bought many years ago. Blade its very loose, the hole in the tip being a bit too wide but the blade doesn't turn as freely as my old version. I'm hoping I just got a lemon with manufacturing defects, but my impression is that these are no longer manufactured to the quality standards I'm used to with x-acto.
The box in nice, which is reflected in the third star of my rating. The knives themselves would get only two at best. Hopefully the replacement will be better or this all goes back.
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Refrigerating unused and unopened Sugru to triple shelf life is totally untrue. Purchased sugru 8 pack from Amazon in Oct 2014. Per recommendations on Sugru's site and on the label of the 8 pack that the shelf life of the product can be tripled by refrigeration, I put the entire pack in the refrigerator. Fast forward to Sept 19, 2015. The plastic on my car's wireless remote door lock opener fob broke so that I could no longer keep it on my keychain. I pulled the sugru pack out of the refrigerator where it had been continuously for less than a year.
I discovered that the foil package for each sugru color piece was labeled "Use by 02 Aug 2015". Amazon had sent me a pack that was not too fresh, as it was expiring in 9 months. Ok, so it is a month past expiration, but if refrigeraton triples the shelf life, surely it is still good. NOT! I opened the foil pack and the sugru was very brittle and dry. I rolled and worked it first with my fingers into a ball, then tried to spread it over the end of the end of the remote door opener fob which I first cleaned with acetone.
The sugru was so dry that I had trouble molding it and bits of the compound would break off when pinching it. Because it was so dry I could not smooth the surface of my repair as all the indentations from finger molding would not smooth out.
So moral of the story is that for me, the claim that you can refrigerate the stuff and use it with "triple the shelf life" is totally not true. I didn't even get 1/12th extra shelf life.
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Gorgeous, eco friendly packaging. This product is also known as "Wood Wool" or "American Moss". All natural & 100% biodegradable premium grade wood excelsior is made in the USA. Made from non-toxic and non-allergenic Aspen wood fibers, excelsior is an age-old favorite for creating a custom fit when packing oddly-shaped, delicate items like serving pieces, figurines and sculpture. It also makes a wonderful filler for gift baskets, creative packaging containers and gift boxes.
I personally use it for my jewelry business, the boxes look gorgeous nestled in a bed of excelsior shreds. Not to mention, it works a thousand times better than plain old bubble wrap! The only disadvantage this brand has, is the thickness of the fibers. It is extremely difficult to cut which means using it as padding will be time consuming (you'll have to cut each individual shred to make a basket). However, the end product is gorgeous, classy, and eco-friendly! Well worth the effort, in my mind.
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Nice folder, but not "traditional" as the name states. This folder is actually nice quality, sturdy build with minimal seams so it doesn't tear through paper like cheaper bone folders. The only disappointment came when I first opened the package to find it was plastic and not bone, as I thought was implied by the title "traditional bone folder." I read the product description thoroughly, and nowhere did it say it was made of plastic. After using it I wasn't nearly as disappointed as it did the job I needed without ruining my paper, but it should probably be included somewhere in the description that this is, in fact, made of plastic and not bone.
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Works, but little harder to use than hot gun. So, purchased this to work with styrofoam. Low temp required. It worked perfectly for it. Didn't melt the styrofoam and the items I hung on the wall are still hanging, a few weeks later.
The only complaint, but if not a complaint, an annoyance for low temp:
It took longer for the sticks to begin to melt and were harder to press through the feed. The 'gun' aspect of this quickly made my fingers and hand sore. I had 20 things to hang and I was glad when I was done. My hand was tired!
The glue sticks I bought are for low temp guns, for styrofoam model building.
Here: http://www.amazon.com/Woodland-Scenics-ST1446-Temp-Sticks/dp/B0006KSMFY
So, while it worked like it should, I found it not to be something I'd need often, or use a ton. It worked really well for my project, but this gun hurt my hand using it for so much.
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Frustrating only if you don't know how to use them. I agree with the other reviewers. I got mine at JoAnn Fabrics. There is a special "technique" that's needed to use these scissors but it's not that big of a deal. Because of the design you can't just squeeze the blades down and get a cut. There is still space between the blades. You have to squeeze the blades toward one another as you come down. It was frustrating at first not knowing this but I figured it out and it isn't that big of a deal. I gave it 4 stars instead of 3 because they are still handy when doing a lot of trimming of threads (can't trim fabric with these). My only complaint is how long it takes to get your fingers into the holes. If you are trimming one or two threads it's meh but if you are doing a lot more than that and need to get close, then these are great.
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Great cost for small projects. I used these to create Emergency Candles for putting in your winter emergency kit for the car. I just wanted to melt the wax out of all the old candle jars I had and create some emergency candles for the car for winter time. I needed the stickers and just a few wicks. Using 3 per tin, the tins that the dogs Seresto collars come it, I melted all the old candles created them.. they came out perfect! To me it was a perfect recycle task without a lot of expense. This was a great deal for my little project. Counting the wick holders, the stickers to attach the wick to the tin, my project costs out to less than .25 cents per candle, and that's including stickers, and wick holders. Not bad, considering emergency candles like this cost about $6.00 or more. I also found a re-use purpose for those neat Seresto Collar Tins, used the left over wax in the candle jars, and those candle jars are used in the garage, bathroom for cotton balls, total re-purposing, without adding to a landfill! I'll be making many more emergency candle tins,
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Nice quality scissors, not for airplane travel. I ordered these from a seller on Amazon some time ago. I have been using them for my cross stitch projects at home and they work really well.
The quality is high and the protective pouch is also good quality and nice extra.
The only reason I give this review 3 stars is because they were (at the time I bought them a few months ago) advertised on other websites as "travel scissors meeting TSA standards" (it I no longer advertised here as such).
However, as I discovered today, the first time I travelled with them, they were confiscated as they do not meet security standards.
If you're after a small, good quality pair of scissors for needlework or fabric, these are great and I highly recommend them. If you're after a pair of scissors for travel on airplanes, look for an alternative.
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Great kit for people with some glass cutting expertise. But learning curve is not too hard. For the price this product is amazing! I built my own bottle cutter and this rig is definitely a jem. The adjustments are pretty straight forward. The construction is solid and appears to be pretty durable. The kit is pretty compact too but is able to accommodate a 1.5 liter wine bottle pretty easily.
One warning: There is a learning curve to this product. Please be patient and do your research into bottle cutting. It took a while on my own rig to get it right. This kit is definitely more user friendly you just need to make sure the bottle is on it straight.
They did send me an email detailing how to properly cut glass, which I thought was nice.
I would but it again.
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A great investment for DIY projects. These shears are AMAZING! I love them! I had just recently started sewing again and was doing some home DIY projects and was getting mad with the shears that I had. The shears weren't giving me a straight line cut, I was using my hand a lot to get through different fabrics, it was cutting small indentions in the fabric needed to make curves etc. I had priced shears at Michael's, Joann's Fabric's, Fabric stores and Amazon had the best price of everybody even with coupons. My Mother had always said only use Gingher shears for cutting fabric and nothing else, she hid them from us as children and she was right. These shears cut cotton, upholstery, Sunbrella fabric with ease. I'm so glad I invested in a great pair of shears even for my few DIY projects. Less work, a better product in the end and they are an investment. Don't let anyone in your household use them for anything except fabric and you will be thrilled with the results.
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Awesome Product. I purchased this Clear Transfer Paper for a project I needed to send to my daughter in Texas. It stuck to the vinyl design and I was then able to roll it back up and send to her. It arrived in perfect condition and she had no problem applying the vinyl to her project. Having some left, I have used it on several projects that I have done at home. I find that if I use the transfer paper then reapply it to the paper backing it came off of I can reuse it over and over. Definately will purchase from this company again. Oh one other thing I appreciated about the Vinyl and the Transfer paper....it comes on a 3" roll so when you unroll the project it doesn't have that terrible curl to it like those shipped on a small roll.
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Mine turned out well. They may have modified the product to be better. I hate cutting corners (literally, cutting corners with a knife) so tools like this are useful to me. Mine arrived rust free and they were sharpened from the back side rather than the front side. They definitely look like they were made by hand by a Chinese child blacksmith. The two larger ones were pretty dull, but I sharpened them on my belt sander in about 10 seconds. Mine are cutting leather smoothly and without moving on me. I'm very happy to have this set. I'll be using the smallest one most often when I make wallets and whatnot. These will help me save time and clean up my edge work.
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Perfect for the Professional or Heavy Duty Crafter. So, I initially purchased the large pink paper punch made for the Happy Planner. Although it states that you should only punch one paper at a time, I attempted to punch more than one sheet and to be honest it really is not strong enough for the serious planner or arc notebook user. I bit the bullet and purchased this paper punch. Wow, what a difference! I created a planner cover with 80lb card stock and double laminated it with type 5ml thickness lamination sheets and gave this paper punch a try. The hole punching was not only smooth but flawless. I am actually quite surprised to see how easy it was, especially since I am beginning to suffer a bit from carpal tunnel.
As for the item, it is sturdy and extremely well made. It is also quite easy to understand and there are glide indicators where you can choose the size of the paper you want to hole punch. The paper punch is quite bulky and looks like a very odd contraption indeed, but does a great job. For me, it was worth the extra money to purchase this item rather than to struggle in punching holes on my project pages. It is quite a time saver. I have uploaded the cover page I hole punched with my new gadget.
For the record, I purchased this product on my own. I do not get receive any discount for this item and for the items I purchase. I am a huge Amazon shopper and it's my one stop shop for almost everything.
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Not for beginners, a little awkward. I bought this mistakenly thinking it would be something easy and simple, I thought since it was a loom it would be good for me since I have had a difficult time learning how to knit. It says easy to follow instructions so I bought it (thankfully it was only around $8 at the store). It might as well have been written in dutch for all it helped me. Even watching youtube videos is a little bit confusing to me, I wish it had way more detailed instructions, maybe even a video included. If I would have known it would be this much trouble learning how to use it, I would have never bought it. Definitely NOT for beginners. I'm not gonna give up though, hopefully I can master it sometime this year.
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Beware of MSDS CAS 56-81-5. I just received this substance "Vegetable Glycerin USP Kosher CAS 56-81-5" and upon reading the label "Consult MSDS Prior to using this product" and doing more research on what it contains, I am very disappointed and will not be ingesting this substance as planned. Every MSDS for the substance CAS 56-81-5 I can find shows it is not food grade, actually ATTACKS THE KIDNEYS after prolonged exposure and refers you to seek medical help if ingested. Does that sound like a food grade product to you? Neither the description nor the advertised label mention the MSDS CAS 56-81-5. If it did, this review would have been avoided because I would have never bought this substance.
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Good set of tools in a lousy cost-saving case. I owned a set of these as a kid model builder in the mid-1970s. They were useful tools then but I'd lost most of them over the years. After taking up a craft project at home I decided to buy the same set again. The knives are all good quality and seem the same as my originals except for the larger handle has a plastic grip. I have no complaints about any of those.
What I dislike is that the new kit has rigid plastic retainers for the knife-handles and blades. The ones that are for handles will only hold a knife if it has either no blade or a specific blade. So if you have a "go handle and blade set up you prefer, you may need to disassemble it before putting it back in the case and closing the lid. My original kit had wood retaining brackets that would cradle each handle and you could leave any blade installed - similar to a way a gun-rack on your wall would hold a rifle at two points.
The pastic retainer for the blades has a glued in magnetic strip, but I've never gotten it to stay put. I've reglued it twice. And having it fall out with all the blades attached seems more of a safety hazard than a benefit.
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Good for someone new to this medium. I can't comment on this issues others have had with the smallest nib because I don't use it very much, but so far I love these markers. I stumbled upon these while looking for affordable rapidograph pens and I think they are a great alternative, even though I am not very experienced with rapidograph pens. I don't think I will be using the chisel tip very often, but I don't regret buying this set. I would recommend this to anyone who isn't 100% sure on the nib size they are looking for because this will give you a pretty good idea of what you will need in the future. I will probably be buying more .05, .08, and brush tips. For more detailed work the other tips would be great. The pigment it rich. I used these for outlining and then shaded my drawing with soft graphit pencils. The pigment is visible even under 9B pencils.
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1 YEAR LATER. On a hot day, I slide back the ceiling panel of my car and lift the rear of the glass roof panel for cooling ventilation.
Then the sun shines on me.
I put duct tape on the inside of the glass for shade but that turned to powder quickly.
I put this Fabric Tape on top of the glass roof panel because I didn't think the glue could handle the sun any better than the duct tape.
1 YEAR LATER AFTER 24/7 OUTDOOR EXPOSURE
I posted a picture.
It has shrunk in width so the strips that were side by side have gaps between them.
UPDATE 1 YEAR AND 2 MONTHS.
Shortly after 1 year, the leading-edge tape, exposed to 75mph wind, peeled up over an inch high. Not acceptable to me any more.
The description says "will never leave residue behind." My experience after 14 months was the glue became a hard white solid that stays firmly attached to the glass after the fabric is removed. The glue is best removed by a razor blade.
Now I found the correct solution to sun coming in a glass roof:
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The glass was already tinted but not as dark as the 5% tint I applied. Now with the tint, I can see the sun but don't feel the sun's heat on me.
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OMG.....THIS STUFF IS THE BEST. I had a candle warmer on the edge of the window sill in our finished basement, just one of those little windows at the top of the wall. The window was open a bit and the wind blew and opeedn the window all the way, knocking the candle warmer off the window sill, and throwing the melted was EVERYWHERE!! All down the wall, all over the table below, the hardwood floor, the back of the leather sectional, etc. I spent 3 hours trying to scrap and clean it, and literally only made it worse. Someone mentioned that you can buy wax remover, so I looked on Amazon of course, and found this product, ordered it, and thought worth a try. I was able to clean everything in about 25 minutes!!! The wax wiped right off of everything. I even did the painted wall, and it came right off after letting it sit for about 30 seconds. EXCELLENT product!!!
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Wow! Pipe Cleaners. Hmmm.... I wonder what kind of a review a person could possibly write about a pipe cleaner? They are a very simple and functional object, and it's hard to imagine how a pipe cleaner could be bad, or broken, or need repair, or whatever. Either they clean the pipe or they don't. I have used several brands in the 50-odd years I have been puffing, some domestic, some English or others made in Europe, and have yet to be disappointed. Some could have been a tad more absorbent, I suppose, but on the other hand, maybe I should not have waited so long to clean the pipe in the first place, so who's to blame there? Not the cleaner, I suspect. Maybe the smoker.
And another thing, how many pipe cleaners in this day and age, governed and dominated as it is by the self-righteous and sanctimonious tobacco Nazi's that have pushed honest pipe smokers to the fringes of the public world, are actually used to clean pipes, but are rather used for kiddy art projects at nursery school, by mechanics to clean machine parts, and a host of other functions completely unrelated to the glorious, comforting and harmless art and pastime of pipe smoking?
Ah well, I'm completely happy with these items. They arrived on time, as advertised, and do their humble job well - they clean a tobacco pipe, period. You can't ask for more than that. Except maybe for the repeal of all anti-smoking laws everywhere.
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Lovely, gentle, cozy scent. "Love Spell". Smells so nice! I am so pleased that there are products like these available. I enjoy using a wax warmer on occasion- makes the room feel cozy, but I don't care for the usual wax scents that are offered in stores. I am prone to scent nausea, and so many are just headache triggers. Not just from the scent but also the strength of the scent. I noticed that some reviews have mentioned that there is minimal fragrance output. I am curious if those reviewers are used to the typical scented wax offered in most stores? Those are really strong, so much so it is hard to have a wax warmer in same room due to overwhelming strength of scent. If you are used to that, then it is important to know that these style of scented wax are much more subtle. It's there, but can be hard to tell if you are used to the other kinds. If you need super strong scents, then just grab something off the shelf. These soy wax with pure essential oils are subtle yet aromatic. I love the way they gently fill the room with subtle fragrance. Stronger when close by of course, but still hints of it away from wax burner. I have no issue with nausea or head aches when I use these. Such a cozy light smell.
I have used other brands, that are similar in make up, and have the exact same thing to say. I don't think any of the soy/bees wax essential oil wax warmers are less than 5 stars.
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Quality product with only few cons. A must have for any wax working! I am a (Electro Plating Specialist) I plate chrome on aircraft parts and I use wax everyday to isolate the areas that are getting plated and with these tools I can get in to tight spots with great Mobility and inefficiency. The tools are made frome stainless and are well crafted.
CONS: NOTHING TO BIG.
* SOME OF THE CARVING BLADE WERE NOT SANDED DOWN GOOD WHICH LEFT SOME ROUGH EDGES NOTHING YOU CAN'T FIX WITH A LITTLE SAND PAPER.
* THE THAT HOLDS ALL OF THE UTENSILS IS CHEAPLY MADE AND STARTED FALLING APART FAST, BUT I USE IT EVERYDAY.
Other then that great product and I would buy again!
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My kids love having their faces painted at fairs and festivals and . My kids love having their faces painted at fairs and festivals and begged me to paint their faces at home. This presented a couple of problems - no paint that was suitable for their baby faces and I can't draw or paint anything recognizable. Trust me, even my rainbows look strange.
I ordered this palette to solve one of those problems. It is fine but not as good as I might have hoped. The set comes with 15 colors (white is included twice) and a couple of sponges but no brushes which is annoying but not a deal breaker. The paints are contained in a black plastic palette that is sturdy enough but not that solid - probably won't last too long. The little tubs of paints are small but still enough to have fun with and the colors are quite vibrant. The gold and silver are pretty cool as not what one might consider standard in face painting - nice addition.
I wish it had brushes, I wish it were a bit more sturdy and I wish a little more paint were included but otherwise it is a decent set. Probably not something I would purchase again but I am happy with it for now.
I also want to add that I was able to purchase this item at a discount or free in return for a fair, honest, and unbiased review of the product. The opinion above is strictly my own, and I was in no way influenced by Amazon or the seller.
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Party Time. Kids love face paint. Now the box does say body and face but I would sure hope they didn't get into the body painting aspect too much (isn't that for adults?).. I don't know. But for years I've taken my daughter to the local fairs to get her face painted because all the other little girls were, of course. And us parents know all about finger painting and maybe did it ourselves when we were oh so young... Ah, the simple pleasures. This is good fun. I didn't say clean because chances are it's gonna get really messy but what the heck, the stuff comes off with a little warm water and soap. If it gets super stuck on the box says you can use some rubbing alcohol.
You get 10 paint colors, six crayons, 2 glitters, 2 applicators, 2 sponges and 2 big brushes. Non toxic which is what is really important.
Anyway, I gave this to my nieces little girls and they proceeded to make a huge mess and had some great fun. I planned ahead and put a plastic tablecloth out to avoid too much cleanup after they were done. Long story short, a good time was had by all as they proceeded to really do each other up in a big way. A lot of fun in a kid sized box. Photo attached. Sample for fair review.
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Odor free, durable, works. This truly is a well made product. It works well. It took me a long time to give in and get one because it seemed foolish and expensive when you can just use any baby powder you have on hand. The package is nicely stitched and secure. If you cannot handle scent, this is a good one for you there is NO SCENT (thumbs up). It seems like they put powdered chalk in it, which is fabulous because this is what you would use on a grease stain on your clothing as a rescue before you get to launder. When you buy one they last for years and years I have heard many a user say. Looking at it I see why. It's worth the investment.
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So far so good. When I opened the box, I was like, wow this thing is huge! After figuring out how to load the tape and learning how to release the tape when I'm done sticking my stuff, I must say that I like it a lot! As I've just moved and still in the midst of unpacking, it is just so convenient to reach for it and stick pieces of paper into a journal to keep them safe. I have yet to start on any scrapbooking or card projects since I am still getting my stuff organized, I must say that so far so good, I like it a lot but I might love it when I finally sit down to do my projects. Its size and color will ensure that I never lose it in the midst of my creativity or projects, and the tape looks like it would go a really long way. Good price and fast shipping on Amazon.com!
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Beautiful. <div id="video-block-R34LBGEC5O945T" 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/91s%2B%2BYKMgwS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/9179QTmMj8S.png" class="video-slate-img-url"> I love this set of washi tapes!!! The textures, patterns and colors are beautiful. What a fun way to add glitz and glam to my planner. I was hesitant to use the 2 glitter ones for fear glitter would get on everything, but the glitter did not come off. If you plan to buy this set for someone, be prepared to go ahead and buy yourself the set too. These are too pretty to part with.
Disclaimer: I have received free/heavily discounted product in exchange for a review. Each opinion is my own and is not influenced in any way by any party but myself. It is my sincere hope that my review was helpful. If it was not, then please let me know what I left out that you'd want to know. I always aim to improve.
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Great Product. I recently purchased some bamboo cutting boards and was attempting to protectively coat them with mineral oil based on several online guides. After my third heavy application of mineral oil, the boards were still not adequately water-repellent and I was super-frustrated. Part of me was frustrated because my initial thought was to use beeswax but I wasn't able to find any quickly enough for me impatient self so I went with the mineral oil.
I searched through Amazon and read about the different beeswax bars from a variety of sellers and SAAQIN's product seemed to have great reviews & definitely a great price. I ordered it, received it 4 days earlier than expected, & just got finished waxing my bamboo cutting boards. It didn't take much work at all and, even though the mineral oil was super cheap, based on the amount I used without any success and the fact that I've barely scratched the surface with the beeswax bar, buying the beeswax was definitely the most cost-effective option. Lesson learned.
The beeswax has a slight scent to it but it mostly just smells like I expected it to smell, which is beeswaxy. I love the fact that just the heat of my hands while waxing my boards got some of the wax on my hands because it makes them seem so soft, even if it's only temporary. (note: the wax doesn't melt from the heat of your hands). I think this would be great for other projects around the house, too.
I definitely recommend this product & this seller for your beeswax needs. I cannot adequately express how excited I am to finally be able to use my new cutting boards.
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Stuff works. I was a little skeptical ordering it, but it does work well. I have an expensive Ekornes chair and ottoman, chocolate brown. Something got spilled on the ottoman, and a spot a couple inches around wound up with no color left, down to the base leather. I didn't quite do it according to the directions, but got good results. I used only a q-tip, dabbed on a light coat of mahogany just on the affected spot, then while still wet dabbed on and blended a little dark brown, a tiny dab of black in a few spots, then dabbed again with dark brown and blended a little bit. I probably only used a couple drops of color each time, a little goes a long way. End result has the same color texture as the original. You need to look very hard to find the repaired spots. Go slow, be careful, use only a little at a time, and youll get a good result.
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Watered down product from previous product- NOT JUMBO. 11-7-2017 UPDATED REVIEW: I have ordered these repeatedly and have gotten exactly the product listed- I was very happy. Today I got my new package of needles and they are significantly smaller than the old ones. For reference I'm including a picture of the old, jumbo needle with the new, smaller version they are now sending out. I contacted the seller and they confirmed that they are no longer selling the jumbo needles and that it was not a mistake. Just know when you are ordering them they are NOT jumbo sized.
These are fabulous- arrived quickly and exactly as described!!!! Great quality, amazing price!
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Hippy Dippy. My fiance is always making fun of me any time I bust out the modge podge for a project. I guess it has that hippie connotation. I have been using this as a sealer for shrink plastic art and paper beads. So far it works well. I would say less is more. I'm not sure how well it works for glue though. i recently used the "paper" one and it was too wet and didn't do as good a job as rubber cement would have. This is a great pack if you have never used it before because you can experiment with different finishes without buying a big jar of something you may not use. I don't use this for decopage so I think two ounces will go a long way. Good price compared to craft store.
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no no no. This was a complete waste of time and money and pretty much made the situation worse. Product is advertised for car seats, which was my situation. a triangular tear (one side still hanging on the passenger seat. I read the instructions and even used the cloth base that they provided to provide some stability. Basically it did not adhere, did not join the ripped portions of the leather, and at best, maybe stayed a little glued down to the fabric insert provided in the kit. It looks like garbage and is not durable at all. I will try a second coat in a few hours if it looks like it will help, but overall this is pretty much junk for repairing any area that is supported by foam under leather and where someone will be sitting. Not durable or adhesive enough for the application.
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READ HERE FOR TIPS ON HOW TO FIX THE RUBBER SIDE. I would have given this set 5 stars if it weren't for the fact that the rubber part of these tools started to split at the seams. I haven't even used the rubber side that much before this happened. However with some patience I was able to glue the seams back together by carefully applying very tiny amounts of epoxy glue with a toothpick and used clips to hold it in place as it cured. I also deduct another star because the seams of the rubber parts stick out extra rubber material so when you're trying to make a smooth surface on your clay the seams will leave line indents instead which defeats the purpose of the rubber side. All 3 of the tools in this set have these 2 major problems I have mentioned. Luckily I figured out how to fix both of these issues even though I shouldn't have needed to in the first place. These tools are helpful to me and even though I enjoy using them I can only give it a 3 out of 5 stars because of the trouble I had to go through just to make the rubber parts work.
HOW TO SMOOTH OUT THE RUBBER SEAMS: I was able to fix this issue by rubbing the seams in an angle against a piece of paper. It is, after all, rubber so it's pretty much similar to an eraser. You can easily rub off the excess this way. Just keep rubbing the seams on the paper until it becomes as smooth as you like it to be. Do this gradually because you don't want to over rub and misshape the tips. When you're satisfied rinse off the rubber parts with water to get rid of the extra debris left on it, and then dry it. After that dab small amounts of lotion onto the rubber tips. Massage the lotion onto the rubber tips until it becomes absorbed in. The lotion helps primes it and it also helps prevent extra debris from flaking off. Now you have workable rubber tips and they also smell nice as a bonus! :)
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Pretty Impressive. I received my bottle cutter and tried it out. I tried the running the bottle under hot water then into cold water method a few times and nothing happened. I then watched two videos on-line where the gentleman held the wine bottle over a candle for 3 minutes and then in to a bath of Ice water for 6 seconds I tried it and it worked perfectly!! The bottle came apart with a very clean precise cut. Impressive!! It was a week later when my family came over for 4th of July and I impressed them too with my craftsman skills. We made some wine bottles decorated with 4th of July decor and they had a wonderful keepsake to take home with them, even my two year old grandson was proud of his achievement:))
One side note - Even though I got a clean cut I still did a 10 second sand on the bottle to make sure there were not any sharp edges. I would show you a pic of the finished products but everyone took them home with them. Oh Ya, the fun grandma strikes again!!
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Quality sketchbook & such a neat idea. I love the concept of this so much that I would have been happy even had it been poorly put together... so I was pleasantly surprised when I saw how well designed it was. The cover is sturdy, the binding holds everything in place but allows you to turn the pages with ease, and the paper itself is QUALITY. I had quite an assortment of thick white paper, colored sheets, blueprints and more. One page was a super thick one with ninjas on it- obviously my favorite :) There are also several "prompt" sheets mixed throughout- a partial sketch here and a mad-libs style activity there- just enough to encourage creativity, but not too many as to be annoying. And these pages are unobtrusive enough to ignore or cover over, if they aren't your thing. My only complaint is that the back cover had a bar-code/identifier sticker on it, and when I ripped it off it left a mark, but that's a minor thing. All in all, this is a win. I'm very excited to fill all the pages and will definitely be buying more!
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Most excellent. I got the "small" model. The corner radius isn't 1/8", and it isn't exactly 1/4"; it is really more like 3/16" (excellent for my purpose).
The trick to getting a perfect corner cut is to look at it from the back and align the paper properly in the cutter. After a little practice it's easy. This way you can avoid getting the unsightly "step" effect at the edge of the corner cut.
This is a good value at today's price ($6.76). It definitely beats the Fiskars brand corner cutter that I got from Michael's. However I suspect that there may be manufacturing variations between units from any manufacturer, so your results will depend on if you happen to get a "good" one or not.
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Takes some getting used to, but made well and works well. I wanted to organize some of my B5 and A4 notes from college, but most of the corresponding binders used the 26/30 hole system, and I wasn't sure what would work to hole punch the paper for those. It made me hesitant to buy any of the binders that fit my paper better than standard American notebooks. Then I saw this set, and gave it a go.
The way it works is that the blue and white part is what holds your paper. You lift up the white part in the middle, slide a few sheets under it, make sure it's lined up in the blue tray, and then lower the middle white part until it snaps into place again. The blue tray then folds underneath the entire unit. The black and white unit does the hole punching. You put it over the paper until the unit slides into one of the A4 or B5 tabs, and then you use it like a normal hole punch. The black and white unit only does a few inches at a time, so you keep moving down the page until you get everything punched at the length you want. I've used it for A5, A6, Semi B5 and Special B5 paper, too, even though they're not marked on here. The notebooks I've had for those sizes accepted the hole punched pages, so you can have notebooks of all kinds of sizes, if you want.
The system only works on a few pages at a time, with each page needing several punches. That makes the process time consuming, but the unit works and works well. Everything is very well made and sturdy, and will last a while.
Now I can organize all those notes I took with my Rhodia A4 notepads.
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Very pretty project. I purchased this item for the transparent sparkling rhinestones that most diamond painting projects do not use. The picture itself is very nice looking, and there are 12 different rhinestone colors for use on just the main flower (which only takes up about 50-60% of the whole image).
The reason for 4 stars: I expected this would be a small, partial project, but I am surprised at how little the pasting area actually is, the price is a little high in my opinion for what you get. Received the canvas, a pen, glue, tray, and plenty of beautiful diamonds to use. I am very excited to see how it turns out and do recommend this piece for anyone willing to pay a little extra for the special pretty diamonds.
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These American-made Slip-N-Snips REALLY are better. It's nice to see some American companies matching and even exceeding the quality of their foreign (usually China) made counterparts or, in this case apparently, "knock offs".
In this case, there is a little poetic justice involved as well, since it appears the Slip-N-Snip was the original inventor and manufacturer of these scissors.
I have both a Chinese made, generic version (perhaps Coughlan from REI) and now these Slip-N-Snips.
The Slip-N-Snips are just a lot better made and assembled. Not better finished - the polish and grinds are very utilitarian on both - both the alignment of the blades and sharpness are much better on the Slip-N-Snips.
I think the original maker got lucky. They realized that these are a special purpose, utility grade scissor and never tried to make them as "purty" as even the kid's Fiskars scissors you see at Target etc. That way they keep the price down. At the same time they didn't neglect the important parts - sturdiness, good construction, good blade alignment and tightness, good cutting edge finish. So at the sub $5 price these things go for, competitors like Fiskar just stay out. At the same time, even if they are a buck or two more than the made in China version, THAT buck or two is WELL SPENT to get the increase in functional quality.
I forgot I had these in my carry on bag on my last flight to and from Asia. Either they are "legal" now or I got lucky. Please check TSA requirements before you carry yours on board, though, they might be prohibited.
Best use of these scissors if you are a guy?
Opening blister packs - or anything else that is so hard to tear open or otherwise open these days.
(I won't mention the second best use, which is trimming nose hairs; the blade is short enough and blunt enough to do that job safely and effectively.)
Definitely worth a spot in your travel kit, if not also in your EDC (every day carry) bag. Light enough and safe enough (won't open accidentally) for pocket carry too.
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Preferred Graphite Paper for Wood Tracing. I believe that this is a premium quality graphite paper as advertised. I can not attest to the results in using different types of wood. But for the wood I'm using, this definitely works and would agree to what it is claiming to be. In addition, although it is not in its product description, this graphite paper can be used to trace on different surfaces and not necessarily be used tracing for wood burning. I'm more of free hand designer, however I do understand the importance of tracing paper for other forms of printing and design making. I truly support any tools or materials use to work on an artwork to benefit an artist in providing an amazing expression of creativity. I definitely recommend this particular brand of graphite paper for artists in the department of wood burning and to whoever can improve one's artistic potentials. Bottom line, this paper for wood tracing can only be potentially maximize at the hands of creative individuals who wants artistic medium diversity. I wish I have more to say about how amazing this tracing paper is but that's it folks.
Disclaimer: I received this product for free or at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. This is not a fake review since I do receive the product, test it, then give my opinion. This is a fair assessment to help consumers like myself to decide on certain products. I look at different level of reviews and find the most informative and compare likes and dislikes to make a wise decision.
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Great product - needs competitive and fair pricing. Pros:
Love the quality of this product. I look forward to using them for years to come. I imagine they will hold up over time (the metal doesn't seem too thin that it would dent easily). I would have given 5 stars if not for the cons that address pricing.
Cons:
I think sellers of these clay tool sets should offer combined shipping and/or reduce prices a little. I find sets that are $7-12 and shipping is anywhere from free to $6 for each set! The average price out there ends up being $15. Seems a bit expensive. The circles I bought were $14.75 and free shipping. I would have ordered others but the others were around $9-10 each set and $5-6 shipping for each. Shipping charges should be the same if I order 3 of these sets.
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rewedged clay. I've been ordering this clay from Blick Art for about 8 months as they were the cheapest in shipping( around $20), some places were charging $100 to ship $30 worth of clay(clearly not an option). I saw this and knew it was too good to be true, but went ahead and ordered. Its def rewedged clay and has lots of air bubbles, also had lots of old hard clay pieces stuck to the bottom. I'm okay with it, I just wish it was listed as "re wedged clay", I was under the impression that it was fresh clay, so was a bit put off by that. If you're a newbie and looking to complete a project, I'd bypass this clay, but if you have experience, can work around the flaws, and not looking to pay a ridiculous amount for shipping, I'd say it's an okay buy,
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Much more beautiful than it looks in the pictures here. This set of embossing folder designs are really beautiful and detailed. I give this set 3 stars for size of finished card and 5 stars for beauty. I feel they would be more suitable for A2 card designs (roughly 4" x 5") as opposed to this A7 size(roughly 5" x 7). These designs are very suitable for Wedding, Mother's Day and Father's Day cards, but I don't think I would ever send a 5 x 7 Thank You or Miss You card. I would rather send a more economical A2 size card.
The plates are very thick in comparison to a regular embossing folder, and you will need to adapt for that on your cuttlebug by using only 1-B Plate along with your bottom A Plate. A nice feature of this set is that you are able to cut and emboss just the "greeting Phrase" which can then be added to any card. These greeting phrases measure roughly 2" x 2.5" - making them a nice size to add to an A2 card.
This is an expensive set, but when you consider all the ways it can be used (including omitting the greeting from the center of the folder and afterward stamping that area with whatever you like) it could be considered economical.
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My only complaint is that I thought the orange/yellow one was going to be a more mustard yellow-y color which is why I bought this set (it's my favorite color, what can I say. Cute, tiny, and sharp. They're inexpensive and get the job done, and are quite handy to have around. I'm the weird art kid who just has a plethora of assorted razor blades and precision cutting knives lying about the house, which is what I usually reach for. These offer a less dangerous alternative to have on hand.
My only complaint is that I thought the orange/yellow one was going to be a more mustard yellow-y color which is why I bought this set (it's my favorite color, what can I say? It matches my purse) but it's actually a very pure dark orange. Bummer.
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Great little glue gun. This little glue gun was a great buy. I used it to make a very elaborate Halloween costume. It is so easy to use and stuff sticks really well. Last year I used spray adhesive, tacky glue - never again! This glue gun came with a ton of glue sticks. I got glue on my fingers but no blisters. Everything seems glued really well and no fumes, it didn't destroy my nails and it was economical. The stand didn't work for me. I used a ceramic saucer which is now covered with hardened glue. It drips a bit. Also be more patient than I was and let it cool a bit before you touch it. Overall, I totally recommend this little device! Very happy.
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Mod Lodge works well, brushes are flimsy, gloss smells stronger. At the $10 pricepoint I suggest you buy higher quality brushes at the dollar store and a much larger 32oz bottle of Mod Podge.
I bought this to see the difference between matte and gloss, and to have a few brushes to start a project.
I had never used MP before, it was pretty fun and simple. Just look up tutorials, press out bubbles, and wait for it to dry before adding another layer.
The large brush in this set is only about 2 fingers wide. Additionally the handle has poked through the foam after a few coats. Maybe I'm not gentle enough with it, probably fine for small projects.
The gloss version has a stronger smell than the matte. Not chemical, but unpleasant.
Note that I used both bottles to complete a 4 square foot surface (2 feet by 2 feet) with approximately 6 thin coats (a layering project), 48sqft total. Your milage may vary.
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