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Yikes, Cannot Believe These are Kai. I love Kais and have a fantastic pair from their Professional line, the Serrated Edge Shears (K7240-AS). Those beautifully cut everything from silk to Kevlar.
I wanted these snips to replace another brand for quite a while. The Kai snip design has a nice size and weight, but gives a very rough/jerky closure action.
The blades are very, very rough when closing snipping/clipping/cutting. Binding up and stopping two to three times while closing the snips. It is as though they were not sharpened properly and/or the burrs were not removed.
I am rather disappointed. It is hard to understand how these got past their quality control.
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Gets hot and sticky . This arrived pretty fast and right on time for summer projects. Growing up as a kid we always had a glue gun, as a adult I never had a true reason to own a glue gun, or any type of glue for that matter. My kids are now being given projects where it requires glue to be used. So when I say this arrived on time, it really did. The gun is really easy to use and came with extra sticks. It heats up pretty good and sticks really well. This item is best used by an adult since the contents are hot. Overall this is a fairly great item to have around the house. I have received this item a t a great discount in exchange for my honest opinion.
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I was so disappointed in this cutter. I was so disappointed in this cutter. I bought it because other folks gave it high ratings and was eagerly awaiting the delivery to use it for the first time. I'm doing some graphic design soap that demands a perfectly symmetrical bar of soap. I can't cut the bar evenly because the slot that the cutter fits into is too wide. The blade can move as much as 1/8 of an inch from beginning the cut at the top of the soap to the bottom. I ruined a whole loaf of soap trying out this cutter. I won't used it again. I would like to return it but I'll be surprised if they let me do that after I've used it. This is going in the donation pile.
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Excellent quality, medium burn time, easy to work with when crafting homemade candles. These made for an excellent starter for a homemade candles project I completed with a friend from out of town. We had both pinned one of these activities on a popular social media sharing site that was interesting if you get my drift.
The bases sat well in the hot wax, and stayed put for even the multi-part projects where we had little wax shapes we were inserting to the molds. The wicks were resistant to the wax's heat and didn't break down. The strings stayed in place and only very rarely would one droop over and we'd have to fish it out with a pair of tweezers.
As for burning; they burn at a rather regular rate; I would say around the rate of a Big Box retailer, you'd get ~20 hours burn time; I tested one out and was happy that the wick itself didn't just burn into nothing and fall off; the wicks were sturdy enough to where I still had to trim it down every time I relit the candle. I had a good experience with these.
I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
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Wish I had not bought it. I bought the Glue Glider thinking it would be economical and easy to use. I just finished the first roll and will not be using it again. It is very difficult to know where it will start and stop. It takes a lot of pressure to get the adhesive out and it tends to gum up A LOT. And, worst of all, it is expensive at about $8 per 40 - 55' refill. I see no reason to use it. I will stick with my Thermoweb Tape Runner that is cheaper to start with and which has refills of 50' for day to day price of $3.99 (I get them for less on sale or with coupons). They are dependable and easy to use. While I do sometimes have problems with them, having to rarely throw on of the refills away is still less expensive than using the Glue Glider Pro.
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I can't believe I didn't buy these years ago. I've used this now for 2 different loaves of cold process soap. It's been great! I will be buying a couple more so I can do multiple loaves at once.
For some reason every other silicone mold I've used has been a nightmare to get soap out of, but these are so easy to use. I have a very "soft" recipe I use often, and with my wooden molds I was having to wait 4 days before unmolding. Not the case with these! I waited 24 hours after pouring, popped it in the freezer for 30 minutes, turned it upside-down and the soap slid out nice and slowly. I still had to wait another 12 or so hours before cutting, but that's not an issue at all.
I've used pvc pipe for round soaps and gotten my soap stuck in the mold before, but I don't think that will be an issue here. Everything came out very easily. The sides pull out a tiny bit - Just enough to let air get in and release the soap, but not enough to make the sides buckle while you're waiting for your soap to "set up".
I love the straight sharp corners, I haven't had those in the past since I was having to line my old molds with freezer paper. No lining, no greasing, and they're so easy to wash! I can't believe how long I debated whether or not I should invest in these. If you're on the fence, I highly recommend just buying one and trying it - I doubt you'll be disappointed!
I was also very excited to see it these loaves fit into my soap cutter, I was worried it would be just a touch too wide to fit. My soap cutter is 3 and 5/8 inches wide, and it slid in with just enough wiggle room to not get wedged. It's perfect!
I do wish they made one with slightly higher sides, my old mold (and all the other soaps I have made) are the same size in every way except height, and now I'll have to alter my packaging. Not a big deal if my customers don't mind the small height difference!
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Good quality except for the staple holes . I've bought this product twice. I get this in order to make foam armor for cosplay which means I put it through a lot of strain. Thankfully, this craft foam stands up to the challenge. It arrives in a stack packaged in plastic.
Pros:
- Good quality foam.
- White, not that gross off-white color that "white" craft foam sometimes is.
- You get ten sheets with each other, so it's a good amount of foam for the price.
- Easily heat shaped, and strong enough that it doesn't tear easily in the process. A big plus!!
Cons:
- The label is stapled to each sheet of foam, so it leaves tiny holes in each sheet. When I'm trying to make armor out of one unbroken sheet, that makes it incredibly annoying to work with. It may just be two tiny holes, but it's an imperfection that I don't like. I waste a lot of foam because I cut around those holes to avoid them.
- These aren't cut perfectly straight at the edges; they are slightly wavy. It's not noticeable unless you're looking at it closely, but for someone who was trying to measure other pieces of foam by tracing over another -- well, yeah, it's not perfectly straight. I ended up cutt
Tips:
- Craft foam is flimsy, so if you're heat shaping it, I'd suggest doubling up. heat shape each sheet, then glue two sheets together. (Don't heat shape AFTER you've glued, because you'll overheat the glue and leave horrible streaks and/or burn through the foam itself!!
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What you need to know before you buy. This pigment is excellent. It's opaque and only takes a very small amount to completely color an ounce of resin. I have used it with four different brands of resin (not Castin Craft though) and it performed wonderfully with all. I just recently purchased my second bottle after having the first bottle for over a year. I use one good sized drop to make an ounce of resin completely opaque white, it mixes in very easily.
My only complaints would be that after about a year of constant use it started to seize up and get chunky, these chunks were visible in my resin. Then again I can't really complain because it lasted me so long! The applicator or dispenser top is really not user friendly for the small amount that is needed, it's just a flat top with a hole, a dropper tip would be so much better.
It has strong smell, like a lacquer paint smell, it's not too bad once it's mixed in the resin but just thought I'd note it.
Overall excellent resin pigment.
Pros:
Only need a drop to color an oz of resin
Good price
Good amount
Easily mixes
Cons:
Gets chunky and thick after many months
Strong chemical smell
Awful applicator design, must be wiped after each use
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Great, except when they break. So, we bought this 3-pack in 2011, so it has been about 4.5 years. I have used the heck out of these scissors, and they have mostly been awesome. They're more comfortable than other scissors that I have used and they have stayed sharp.
HOWEVER. We were just cutting through some security packaging and the handle of one of the scissors totally broke. There's no way to repair it. And as far as I can tell, there is no way to recycle it. Sooooo, I guess we're down one pair of scissors and the planet needs to take one for the team-? I do like these scissors a lot, I just want folks to know that it IS possible for them to break after only a few years of use.
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Worked and a very good value. I purchased these to replace the pretty but too shiny nickel sleeves that came with a pendant lantern. A few thoughts. These are taller than the sleeves I had. I used a very sharp knife to cut them down and just put the cut side facing downward. It worked just fine. The only caveat is that the part that sticks above the socket allows the light to go through so when the lantern is on that part looks lighter. If you trim yours to the exact height (or it already is the right height) this won't matter for you. I was using a socket extender to raise the bulb which is why it happened to me. Otherwise I didn't find any set that was a better value than this one. Note, the color is a true bright white. If you are looking for something creamy this isn't your set.
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I can not say that any of them were very good. This brand. Over the years I have bought several face paint kits for the grandkids birthday parties. I can not say that any of them were very good. This brand, Paintfun, is a wonderful set of crayons and paint. We painted the four year old birthday girl into a unicorn, her older sister into Picacho and her cousin was a tiger. It was easy to search for examples on line. My daughter did a wonderful job of painting the girls.
The crayons worked great, easily drawing and shading when needed. They paints paint on smoothly and stay colorful for hours. If a paint color isn't in the set of colors, it is easy to mix to colors to make it (orange). We used the clear lid as our palate. When finished, we simply rinsed off the clear lid and rubbed a minute with out fingers to remove all color residue.
For those of you with children who have eczema, this kit will not irritate the skin at all. The four year had used this with no issues. Please don't paint over breakouts.
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Excellent value, stretchy bands, latex-free. PROS
* Amazing value for the price
* Bands of every color of the rainbow! plus some fun styles like tie-dye & glow-in-the-dark
* Nice selection of clips and charms, too
* Bands are stretchy but not too stretchy
* They hold up well and do not break easily
* Latex-free silicone = safe for those of us who have children with latex allergies
CONS / NEUTRAL
* Not really a "con," more of a "neutral," but be aware that the box is so new when first opened that it does not close cleanly and the bands spill over to other compartments. However, after closing and opening the box a few times it now works much better. It just takes some "breaking in."
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good and bad. First and foremost, I was sent these to review and post my honest opinions - I used these in the capacity of a kids birthday party, so keep that in mind. I accept any and all criticism of this review, good and bad.
I would start by saying that I was a bit unclear as to why the props here were so small at first. They are great for kids, but as an adult, with a relatively normal sized head, these were VERY small.
The props were all cut out, and none had attachment points for where to put the included sticks - which is what the also included adhesive worked perfectly for!
For what these should be used for, they are perfect - I did dock a star due to the size issue, as if they were just a *tiny* bit bigger they would be perfect for an adult. These are also certainly only a one-time use product, as the paper they're made out of didn't last more than an hour of picture taking (which, to be fair, may have been a very good side-effect) ;)
Overall, great results - wonderful pictures!
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BEAUTIFUL Candle and Stand. First, I would definitely recommend this product... It is beautiful, creates a lovely light and has no odor after self extinguishing. I never found it difficult to unravel and it is actually enjoyable to me to work with, beeswax is quite pliable. I look forward to the beautiful glow every night. Secondly, it is a fantastic conversation piece that takes off anywhere from candle making to middle ages engineering. Thirdly, I have already been asked by friends and family where to get this as well as some gift ideas. Now the reason for 4 stars... The price for the refill candle is so near the full piece purchase it seems silly?! But, would I get this again, um, yes.
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Top quality shears built for a southpaw, especially the Italian made. The older I get the more appreciative I get of high quality, well made items that will last a lifetime. After using cheap scissors with the plastic handles that are ubiquitous for years and getting frustrated with how poorly they worked, I looked at my moms 40 year old forged Westcott scissors I began looking for forged scissors for my cutting needs and most that came up were dress makers shears, especially the ones that were made for left handed varieties. Being a southpaw, I tired of achy blistery hands from dastardly right handed shears, I bought these quality instruments, 2 of them to be exact, and another 2 after the first 2 arrived and delighted me in every way (when they were offered at a substantial discount). One thing I will say is that the first 2 that arrived were made in Mexico, and the second 2 were made in Italy. Although the 2 from Mexico were finely made cutting instruments, the Italian ones were heavier and felt more substantial in my hand, and just seemed of better fit and finish...possibly biased due to my Italian heritage, so sue me.
Long story short, I have used these to cut paper, cardboard, string, 550 cord, plants, denim, plastic, and 8-10 ounce leather, and they have held up and retained their edge wonderfully. Buy these and they will be the last pair of shears you need, as long as you don't lose them or your southpaw friends don't jack them....
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Well Worth the Purchase. This was well worth the purchase. I wind my own cakes and while yes they're more stable than a ball, I've still been known to get them flying across the room or rolling across the floor at times. This little sucker does the trick and keeps my cake right where I want it and allows me to concentrate on knitting, rather than worrying about if I need to tweak the yarn to or fro.
No, you can't buy it on Amazon but that's ok with me. The company was instantly responsive to my order. I sent them a note with requested instructions which they followed. Shipping was within days. And the packing was great.
As for the product itself? It's exactly as described, thoughtfully well-made and works like a charm. High art? Nope, however it is a workhorse and made to be one. They use ball bearings to smooth the spinning action. That means it is not silent but I couldn't care less because it isn't loud either and for some strange reason, I like this particular sound. You won't find something silent, that is this smooth for anywhere near this price.
I purchased the cherry wood finish and yes, it's real cherry. My grandfather would approve of the smooth finish on both the base and the dowel. There are a trio of clear, rubber "feet" on the base. That means I can use it on my maple table without fear of scratching it. It is well balanced and the weight is just right; not heavy to pick up but heavy enough to solidly sit on the table. It's also small enough that I can grab it and carry it room to room. The bottom has a serial number on it along with the initials of who I guess must be the woodworker and/or assembly person.
It's a really nice tool and I will be buying a couple more. For what it's worth, their website is a little dangerous in how many awesome tools are there. Don't say I didn't warn you.
To give you an idea of size see my pictures here of cakes I wound. The purple is a worsted weight yarn that is 220yards/100g/3.5oz cake and the orange is a bulky weight 125yard/113g/4oz cake.
Edit 03/13/2015: I have some love for this little tool. I carry it around from room to room now and also throw it in my project bag and take on the road with me. Love it and wouldn't give it up for anything. Will absolutely be ordering more because of usually having more than one project going at a time. Highly recommend.
05/24/2015 Edit to show another picture. Plymouth Yarn Mushishi which is 491 yards (449 meters),
250 grams (8.82 ounces) and gigantic.
There is no difference whatsoever in the smoothness of the spin action with this ginormous ball on it.
I've also discovered that if I place the yarn buddy on a table or stand a little above the height of my hand, it will act as a tensioner of the yarn which helps me because I tend to get a little loose while working sometimes.
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Not only did I waste my time for about over 2-3 weeks waiting for . I give this one BIG FAT F-! I hardly ever give things a review. BUT THIS is worth mentioning, the title is really misleading. If I had only WANTED 8 pieces I would have saved myself the trouble and just gone to the craft store. Not only did I waste my time for about over 2-3 weeks waiting for what I thought was 40 pieces. I come home to find this low quantity of 8 pieces that DOES NOT match the picture or the title just really blows the roof off. And this is coming from a mellow temper person.
I needed this for a convention expecting 40 and got a SHADY deal of 8! I wish I had looked at the reviews, before buying this. Why would I? It's just wooden cups what could be wrong? Was I mistaken. DO NOT BUY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Save the junk mail to cut. I didn't even know cutting paper was expected of a 2 1/2 year old but it was one of the milestone evaluations that my preemie twins were tested on. They thought it was an awesome thing so I researched a bit an ordered these scissors.
We used them 5 min after they were delivered and the girls actually did a great job cutting paper. These have a little pc of plastic that you flip to keep them open to make cutting easier and it actually works. It may work a tiny bit too well as they have to have decent hand strength to close them all the way. My girls are younger than the recommended age so they've got a few months to get stronger and more coordinated.
A great pair to learn with!
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PLEASE, PLEASE!! ADULTS ONLY, THIS SET COULD BE REALLY DANGEROUS, SERIOUSLY. I'm on a roll here, with reviews! I obviously need to shop less, and get a life! I purchased this set, because someone walked off with my old, trusty Xacto, a little while ago, and I thought, well, maybe that means, I should upgrade..Sorry, though this set has a couple of bells and whistles in the fact that it's pretty, mixed, and the box is pretty, it doesn't come with blade protectors, which now, I have to purchase separately, IF I WANT TO KEEP MY DIGITS WHERE THEY CURRENTLY RESIDE!!!
I never thought about checking whether the set came with shields, so the joke's on me! I'm going to have to create a pseudonym, "THE JOKE'S ON ME" ALSO, THERE'S THIS TOTALLY HORRIBLE, DANGEROUS MAGNETIC STRIP, I SUPPOSE INTENDED TO HOLD THE BLADES IN SOME SAFETY, IN THE BOX, AND WHOEVER THOUGHT OF AND DESIGNED THIS FEATURE, SHOULD BE DRAWN AND QUARTERED, BY EXACTO BLADES!! OH, MY GOSH!! THIS IS THE ABSOLUTE MOST DANGEROUS PACKAGING I'VE SEEN, SINCE THE 'FORD PINTO'!!
BE CAREFUL, UNLESS YOU NEED TO PULL AN INSURANCE SCAM, THIS IS SCARY DANGEROUS, ADULTS ONLY, FOR GOODNESS SAKE!!
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Not the same formula. I have been buying this glue from my local craft store for a while. They do not have it anymore for some reason, so Amazon to the rescue! I think the company might have changed the formula or something because this glue is a little more runny than the bottles I always got from the craft store. It is also more of a traditional wood glue color instead of the white that the craft store version carried. It still works for the intended purpose but I was disappointed when I first tried it. I'm sure people using clamps will have no problem with the runny consistency. I just can't use clamps with my projects so it sometimes makes my projects slide all over the place.
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Did not ship as shown in the picture, but it worked for my project anyway. This bag of balsa wood did not ship as shown in the picture, but I guess it is more of a "ya get what ya get" kind of product, not necessarily exactly the same as shown in the picture. What I got in my bag were two 4" x 8" x 1/8" pieces, a bunch of 3" x 4" x 1/16" pieces, a bunch of 1" x 8" x 1/16" pieces, a bunch of 1" x 4" x 1/16" pieces, and one 2" x 3" x 1" block. Those sizes are approximate because I didn't measure, but I just wanted to give you an idea of what was in there because the picture shows that you get some square dowels, and I got none of those. What I got turned out to be just fine for my project, but I couldn't really do anything with the single block. I suppose I could have tried carving it or something, but it was punctured, so I just threw it in with my pet mice to chew on. They love chewing on balsa wood because it chews super easily.
For crafting, it is very easy to use because it is so easy to cut with an Exacto knife. It is not durable at all, but it does get reasonably strong when wood glue is applied. Elmer's wood glue claims that it bonds stronger than wood, and that is definitely true with balsa wood in general. I used this wood to make little houses and furniture for my mice. I found that using a more durable wood like Skinny Sticks or Woodsies (square-ended popsicle sticks) to frame the structure and then using the balsa wood to fill in the spaces worked well.
This product is great for a rainy Saturday kind of project or it might be useful if you need extra materials for a balsa wood model kit. The only problem is that if you need a specific size or thickness, I don't think you'll be able to rely on the product description.
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These are SO much fun. These little magnets come in handy so often in my house and my office! I love that you get so many with this order! They are so simple to use that you have no excuse not to make you own fridge magnets or other projects you may think of! I used them to create a little arts and craft for my desk. I simply took the white backing off of the magnet, and stuck it on these beautiful 3D butterflies. I had a magnet board that I had ordered a while ago , and placed my new butterfly magnets on it. It made such an adorable addition to my desk and is very beautiful and calming. My son and also took a lot of his pictures and favorite pieces of artwork and made fridge magnets! For bigger items, we just stuck more magnets on them for more security. These are just so much fun and the possibilities are endless! They would also be great for teachers to have for arts and craft projects in the classroom! These are so fun and easy to use that my 3 year old even got in on the action! As a mother of 2 young boys, it's hard to find a rainy day project that isn't too messy. I'm so thankful for these now! My only concern is that my entire fridge is now covered in pictures and artwork. :) We will have to find another canvas to use and I have a feeling it will be the inside of our front door since it's made of metal. I don't mind a bit, because it adds a special touch to my home and it's bringing out the creativity in my boys. I did order this product during a promotion for observation purposes. After close examination by some very special little boys and I, we have concluded that these are very worthy of a 5 star rating! I would highly recommend ordering them for your home or classroom!
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Great loom for learning to weave. I bought my Cricket about 3 years ago and have thoroughly enjoyed weaving scarves mostly on this cute loom. Schacht may call this a "student" but I would say it is for anyone between the ages of 8 and 98 - even younger with a little adult help. Direct warping using a warping peg (included in purchase) is very easy and quick once you do it a few times. There are a number of videos on You Tube to help you learn to warp and weave.
The Schacht Company quality is superb, easy to assemble, and start weaving right away. You won't be disappointed in this cute little rigid heddle loom - until you need a big brother for it, the Schacht Flip!
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Awesome Glue Gun. Worth it's Weight in Gold. I tell you what I was a bit skeptical on buying a small stick glue gun because the last few I have owned have been disasters. But this youtuber I watch DMSCOTTY said this is the glue gun he used and he loves it forever type thing. So for the price I figured worst thing happens is I get 25 glue sticks for 10 bucks(price of the package at the time of this review) Not so terrible.
Something special happened when I turned that little sucker on and BAM! a gluing I went. Glue this glue that and glue, glue, glue everything I could and not a mistake or hiccup in the process. This thing gets the glue to a perfect melting point not to hot not to cold just right and it doesn't drip!! so no glue wasted and because of the small hole on the tip you can get real nice accuracy with the amounts of glue you want to use. The tip on it is long and can smooth out the areas you need smoothed.
Thanks for making a product awesome. OOOOOOOHHH and it has a clever on/off switch!! YAY!!
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Not really what I expected. I purchased this item so that my 4 year old could trace the letters on paper.
When it arrived I realized it could not serve that purpose:
The set is way bigger than I expected.
The height of the rectangle containing the letters is 6.5".
The capital letters are about 6" tall (I measured the S).
The lowercase letters are about 4.5" tall (I measured the s).
I also think that the plastic is very thin for my purpose, but it will be ok as a painting stencil.
To be use as a stencil, each letter has to be carefully removed. In some instances, some shapes were easily removed by hand because only some points supported it.
However, in other cases, the shape was not completely cut through so I had to use a blade in order to maintain the integrity of both shapes (in and out).
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Best Adhesive Ever. I have been using E6000 for years, it is by far the best adhesive on the market. I use it for just about everything.
I recommend it to every person that I meet.
I do a lot of hobby projects, and I rebuild/customize motorcycles and cars so I use this stuff daily.
E6000 is easy to clean up and simply "rolls" off of your fingers as it dries. Any residue that gets on surfaces is also very easy to remove, it comes off almost like rubber after curing, with no residue.
As for the cancer causing ingredients, you would have to be exposed to very large quantities of this stuff every day for years before you had any ill effect. It is not even an issue.
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Prima Marketing No3 IOD Iron Orchid Design Mold, Food or PaperClay delicate elegant beauty Perfect. Hi, I purchased all of these beautiful design molds. I am SO very happy with all of them. I use them for projects and embellishments only, not food, however they can be utilized for fondant or chocolate, but not for both. So if you purchase, ensure you use for one or the other. They are food grade, wonderful, detailed, small, and a beautiful design is the outcome. The clay will come out easily with ease. I did not use anything in the mold to keep the clay from sticking. It doesn't.
These can be used to make earrings, jewelry, plus. I am experimenting with these on furniture, small wood boxes and more. Use part of the design or all of it. Use your imagination. They, the designs, clean up well while still straight out of the mold. Lay flat, glue them on wet, shape them to fit a flower pot, a pull knob and more. You are unlimited to what you can accomplish with these. Quality made, nice thick mold easy to bend to remove final product.
The fact that there are so many designs, I believe there are currently 6 different ones, is just great! They are fun to use, relaxing, and creative for children as well. Start a tradition, make some little flower pots, This is great fun! Anyone can do this. This will teach patience in removing them, sometimes, especially with the longer designs they will break apart, I just pop them back with a little clay or leave them separated, and use that way.
Lots of things to make. I am posting pictures, some are from this mold and some of the pieces are from their other molds. Like I said, I purchased all 6 of them! :) They, the clay, will curl sometimes while drying, gives them character. Please note, don't do what I did with a few, I made them too thick, you really don't require a lot of clay in these, just start in the middle and gently spread the clay left to right, ensuring you stay within the design and not past it, and stay as even as you can with the mold itself.
Easier to remove too. Practice makes perfect and hey, it's clay, supposed to be fun and is. Thank you for reading my review, I hope you found it helpful and if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. I answer all of them. Have fun creating! Kat ;)
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holy retro goodness these are awesome. i have been purchasing moleskines for over a decade and have come to greatly appreciate their craftmanship as well as functionality. the addition of the volant style to the product line was a welcome addition, and these limited edition pac-man volants are just so good!
i am also a huge video game fan (classics & contemporary) so these were an automatic purchase for me. i love the sleeve they come in (black with the characters printed on the sides), i love the bright colors of the volants (red, yellow, aqua, & pink), and i love the little embossing on each cover (red has one of the little bad guys, yellow has pac-man with two bits he is ready to eat, aqua has another bad guy, and pink has one of the cherries). even better is that two little sheets of stickers come with the set. not necessary, but i do love stickers!
as these are limited edition, i am seriously considering getting another set. i love them that much!
very highly recommended!
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Finally, a scissor that fits. Despite being a short person I have large hands and feet, and have never been happy with the run of the mill scissors. My friend told me about these, and I dithered around ordering due to the price. But, now that they are here, I am happy I took the plunge. These go on and off my thumb and middle finger so easily, and don't get stuck on the knuckles. The blades are nice and sharp, and have a good point for precise work. So sharp in fact that I am glad they came with a leather sheath. I also have a pair of Gingher pinking shears, and just ordered a pair of 5" craft scissors that I hope will also fit my paws. They do cost more, but if you spend money on good materials, you deserve good tools. I like beading, needlepoint, regular embroidery, knitting, crocheting and general sewing.
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Durabond is worthless and is dangerous material. As seen on TV, this product comes out as a gel and sets up under the llight in five seconds. In reality, this product is a fluid, will not fill a gap and never sets up under the blue light. Save your money, don't buy this product. The ad makes it seem easy to use, it is not. The light ishard to turn on. The material is carcinogenic and you can easily get on your hands since it is not a gel. That means it is dangerous. Stay away from it. I bought two, I have only opened one of them. They were from different vendors but they were packaged alike so I have to assume that the best bet is just do not buy this.
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Transfers beautifully, does not erase fully. I got this for transferring outlines from sketch paper to "good" paper for watercolor illustrations. It is easy to use and does not smear, and creates a beautiful clear image. My only objection is that I was unable to completely erase the lines afterward, even with a good artists' eraser. I would highly recommend it for projects where you will be painting over the traced image with opaque paint, sanding the surface of wood after cutting or carving the image, or otherwise covering or removing the surface you are working with, but if you are working with translucent materials or planning on leaving some of the paper blank, don't count on erasing this.
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It works just fine. I've been using this punch/embosser for several months now (along with two others just like it with different designs) and it works wonderfully. The corner shapes are fun and work perfectly on smaller bits such as gift tags, scrapbook embellishment sections and a hundred other things. As stated below, though, they are small. However, the leftover cut-off makes perfect photo corners.
The embossing was tricky - at first. (This is the reason for 4 stars, instead of five. Something that works perfectly first time out of the box deserves 5.) I suspect the mechanism/motion of the cartridge merely needed 'smoothing' via use. In the beginning I did, indeed, have to use full upper body strength but that was only for a week or so before it became simply 'punch and hold a second' for a perfect cut and emboss.
Even with my Cricut, I still pull these suckers out regularly. They are an indispensable part of my crafting routine.
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Cut Paper and Nothing Else SO PERFECT For Busy Hands. Work like a razor on paper (but not on anything else!) Cut better than any other child-sized scissors we've purchased in the past and cut very straight, right on the line or exactly where you want them to cut. Tried cutting a thin strand of string for fun, but wouldn't cut, just as advertised. This was reassuring to me having actual hair cut with another brand of children's scissors in the past! Never again since those scissors have been replaced with these and these will stay in our supply cabinet. So glad this was available to perfectly meet my expectations as described, pictured, and happily utilized! :-)
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Great mold and plenty of opportunity to add color and fragrance for a great decoration or gift. I purchased my wife/daughter a bunch of these for a holiday present and we're spending so much awesome time making unique candles- and it's so easy! I do recommend mold release spray, which smells at first but dissipates quickly. We've had success with beeswax and soy, and recently started melting crayons into the wax for all kinda of great colors. These are high quality molds and we expect many many more uses in the future based on how well they are holding up. Very quick learning curve and TONS of resources online for tips and tricks for the best results. Highly recommend!
The tulip is one of the easier molds to remove and has come out cleanly every time. Definitely recommend adding a little blue and a fair amount of red crayon for a great color. A little fragrance and you'd have made what stores charge 25 bucks for! I recommend, a must have,
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The instructions are reasonably clear and easily understood. When using. The AceList Bottle Cutter works exceptionally well. The instructions are reasonably clear and easily understood. When using, line up the rear supports and front support/cutting wheel. One steady, continuous rotation will make the necessary score. After scoring, the key is to use freshly boiled water followed by an ice water bath, the break will be virtually instantaneous and will be clearly obvious. If the break doesn't happen immediately try the hot/cold bath again. It may be necessary to reboil the water. Thermal shock does the work. The tool works as described, my only problem was ensuring the water was hot enough followed by the cold dunk. Hot and cool won't work. Freshly boiled and ice cold is the key. Great fun so far.
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Beware: Not as described. Boo! I bought this for my niece for Christmas because she wanted a roll of painting paper. I saw that there were some reviews saying it was thin and not duo sided and some that said it was, hoping for the best I ordered it anyway. Unfortunately the negative reviews were correct; it is not at ALL as described. This is DRAWING paper and will bleed terribly with painting. There are no duo sides like mentioned and it's definitely not a heavy weight type. I really needed PAINTING paper but if you need it for crayons or pencils or something then it will work for you but certainly not a single type of paint like it lists. Poorly described and my first negative amazon experience, very disappointing.
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Simple and hassle free way to cut round bottles (Requires some patience but works great. Genround Bottle Cutter proves to be a simple and well constructed device for cutting round bottles. Easy to setup and simple to operate.
To the great list of tips already here, i must to add:
Due to the device small footprint (But well constructed with its 4 rubber bases) it's recommended to apply (mild) pressure on the bottle being cutted in the most 90 degree position possible, to avoid slips and with firms hands for the turn and grab and turn again (and repeat to close circle) part.
For the sanding part, get a little set of wood pieces to use as a support wrapping the sandpaper around it. It gets a firmer grip.
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Best paper ever. I absolutely love this paper. I'm can think of absolutely nothing wrong with it! I use it to cover my table for my kids artwork and will often then remove the paper carefully and use it to wrap presents with its creative children's masterpieces. I just purchased this roll because I thought that I had lost my previous roll and I did not want to be without it. My original roll I have now had for over a year and a half and I doubt that I have even used a of the paper, and to keep that in perspective you should know that I use it to wrap all of my presents (because it is thick and covers all graphics and is fun to decorate), the for mentioned artwork, craft projects, etc. this paper and double-sided tape are on my "I never want to live without items".
I purchased this paper for just under $20 and for as much use as I get out of it that is a steal!
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Utter garbage do not waste your time. Thought it was an adhesive, it isn't well it's apparently for "children" but even kids will know it's a piece of crap. Literally thought when i received the "glue dot's" that their was a mistake in the factory, that they just sent me an empty roll. Nope, it was just that tiny. I kid you not the, "glue dot's" are i don't like using the world literal, but quite literally 1 millimeter in circumference. I have no idea how anyone would ever glue anything with these 1/10th the size of a booger dots. The real kicker, is they don't even advertise this piece of snot as if it's for kids.
Notice how the packaging only shows the front, "super strength", "adhesive" 3/16's of an inch the damn dots half of a strand of hair. Conveniently the back which advertises as for kids only and all that b.s. isn't shown. Utter waste of money.
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Works Great. This stuff is COOL!!
I have done woodworking for years and tried many different wood fillers to help with cracks and joints. While custom building a front bumper for my mud truck, I found a couple welds that just needed a little more attention. Normally I would weld it up and grind it smooth, but the location made it difficult. My woodworking skills came into play, so I began looking for a metal filler. JB Weld was the only result I found. It worked, but I had to work very fast with it and do my repair in multiple coats. After numerous searches, I came up with this product... It is GREAT!! You have several stages to sculpt your repair, or design from scratch. I molded it with a sculpting spoon at first; let set for a few hours and did some more shaping with a rasp; let it set a little longer and sanded it smooth. After primer and paint, the weld joint completely disappeared!
I would highly recommend this product for metal repairs, or for sculpting your own creation!!
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Smell doesn't bother me overmuch. I understand what other people are saying about the chemical smell, but I have a block of yellow beeswax that smells just as strong or moreso than this stuff. I was wary of it when I first got it, but after having worked with it for a few days, it honestly doesn't bother me. I only really smell it when I open the container (I put mine in an old, clean mayo jar). After it melts, I don't smell it any more -- whether that is a product of getting used to it, or because it actually goes away, I couldn't tell you. Note that I'm using this for encaustic artwork, though, rather than in for making cosmetics. Also note that while it's whiter than yellow beeswax is, it isn't bright white. It's more of a creamy white, just as it appears in the product photo.
I'll likely buy it again, and probably in a larger package, since I know now what I'll be getting.
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Bright, cheerful, go-to red shade - great quality paper ribbon. This is true paper raffia/wraphia ribbon. One spool goes a long way! Berwick matte paper ribbon is the only type I use to gift wrap my customer's orders. This particular red option "IMPERIAL RED" is best described as a bright, cheerful, candy apple red. It was ideal for Christmas wrapping, although I would have preferred it to be a little deeper (like fire engine?) -- but it was great. I plan on ordering it again for my Valentines day gift wrapping.
My ONLY complaint is that the color seen online is a bit inconsistent in re: to the actual ribbon color. For instance, I had ordered Berwick "Olive" one year (loved it - a lime/bright green olive color), and when I reordered the same item - it was more muted and a sage color. The photo for Imperial Red looks a little more orange than it really is. Count on Imperial Red being a vivid, versatile basic red.
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A product that is rarely useful and now costs twice as much. A friend gave me this liquid plastic a while ago. I tried it as an adhesive and it failed miserably, as most of the reviewers have stated. Part of the reason it fails, is because you can't get enough UV light into the cracks and crevices to make the plastic cure.
Recently I needed a simple mold formed. I cut a straw half an inch in length, filled it with the liquid plastic and put the UV light to it. It actually produced a fairly solid post in about 5 minutes. And since it doesn't adhere to much of anything, the plastic of the straw easily peeled away.
Today I discovered these guys are trying a unique marketing ploy. Since the product isn't selling very well, and it's only garnered a lowly 2.8 out of 5 stars, they decided to more than double the price. Brilliant strategy, and they have strategized themselves out of a sale because I'm not going to buy anymore. There are other moldable epoxies, etc that are much less expensive and produce a sturdier final product.
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Great for any carver. Well to start I think the set was going to be just another old set that I would use till I could upgrade. But to be honest I really am suprised at the quality of the tools. Which means they will not just sit they will actually just be an extention of any new sets to come. Not to mention how sharp most of them were when I got them out of the box. I did on the other hand have one tool that could have been sharper. Although for the price I paid i can deal with that. Also a quality sharpening system is a must for anyone that wants to carve for more than a phase. So anyone thinking of buying this item for a gift might want to concider getting a sharpening stone. One that is medium on one side and fine one the other would be my advise. But who ever might get these will enjoy them I would think. And as for the 5 stars. I figure for the price paid and the quality I got and the only downfall I seen was one not being as sharp as the rest i will go 5 stars.
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Subtle effect, Follow instructions. I used this product to freshen 10-year-old a beloved, outdoor wreath which was sunbleached and tired-looking. My goal was to have something which looked like it was glistening in the snow and would be suitable for an exterior door. Given the cost of a replacement wreath, I felt that it was worth the risk to give it a try.
The glitter is fine, and the effect is subtle. It's exactly what I wanted & hoped for with this product. I used a number of coats, spraying lightly and evenly, allowing it to dry between applications until I used up the product. I shook the product well, and I did not have problems with clogging.
My only concern is the staying power of the glitter, which is the reason for 4 stars rather than 5. I don't want to bother with a sealer but I believe it would be necessary for some applications.
Per instructions, the product works best when applied to a base that's a similar color. I concur ... base colors of white, off-white, or pastel would work best. Of course, test it first to ensure you'll have the desired result. This is a smaller can that will cover 5 square feet.
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Good for punching inserts to fit Filofax (or similar brand) . Good for punching inserts to fit Filofax (or similar brand) PERSONAL sized planners, however not for A5. I found the directions online for punching A5 (large) inserts - you are supposed to punch 3 holes at a time at each end by lining up the edge of the paper with the notch in the middle of the punch, however, when I did that my holes did not line up at all to fit in my Kiki-K A5 planner - so I have no idea what size paper the manufacturer considers A5 and measures at that notch in the middle. I've figured out a way to make it work for now by marking where the holes on my inserts should be from another template, but it is a bit of a hassle to line up the punch correctly. I am still deciding whether to keep this for my Personal size inserts, but still need an A5 punch.
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One of my favorite products. As an avid reader and book collector,I find this a fantastic product. Some other reviewers have been disappointed with Goo Gone,but I believe they tried to use it for other than it's intended purpose. I find it is the best product for removing price stickers,scotch tape or any tape or labels on products,but particularly books. I have used many other products over the years,but discovered Goo Gone several years ago and to put it bluntly,nothing else begins to compare with it. Mineral spirits,Varsol,lighter fluid,nail polish remover,acetate,etc.,are also good at disolving glues and other adhesives ,particularly with price stickers or labels;but even those are not as good. The beauty of Goo Gone is that it leaves no odors or stains. These other products are great at removing oils and greases,but the adhesives on stickers and labels are not oil or grease. Once in a while I find books that have been discarded by libraries ,and they often have several stickers,labels,tape etc.,and I have removed them and not a sign of them remains. Price stickers are sometimes very difficult to remove and often the object gets damaged in the process;but with Goo Gone,I have never had any problem,even with the most difficult problems.
One word of caution though. Goo Gone does not work instantly. It has to take time to break down or disolve the adhesive. It also has to soak through the label and attack the adhesive. I find it best to apply a few drops to the sticker,let it sit for a couple of minutes,then the sticker peals easily,particularly when using a knife to get it started. Some dissolved adhesive will remain ,but is easily wiped away with a tissue. Sometimes even a couple of drops will be needed to remove all traces of the adhesive.
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love these punch all over the page punches. This is one of my 3 (so far!) Martha Stewart punch all over the page punches. I just love them! You can punch a pattern anywhere on a page, not just at the corner or on the edge. The magnets make it easy to line up the top and base of the tool before punching, and the hole in the base makes it possible to position the punch (if you turn it upside down) just where you want.
This punch also has an guide that makes it easy to align the punched bits against the base so that you can create a continuous line of punched patterns. This is a great feature that I wish other brands will soon add! I was able to create a stencil from several aligned punched patterns, thanks to that alignment guide.
I love this design and my punch has always worked well on my first punch on a page. However, I occasionally have trouble pressing down on the tool for a consecutive punch when I align the punched portions against the base. This happens even when the magnets click into place. But it usually works again when I pull the top and base apart and start again, so perhaps I'm doing something wrong although I can't figure out what. The punch does work without issue otherwise on both copy paper and card stock.
4.5
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you will probably need 2 oz fragrance for soy wax tarts. Candle Science says add 1oz of fragrance to 1 lb of GB 444 wax. You really need 2 oz of fragrance to 1 lb of wax if you want good hot throw. I had to redo all of my tarts due to zero hot throw. When I called Candle Science they suggested 1 oz - 1 1/2 oz of fragrance oil added when wax is 185 degrees (for higher flashpoints) stir for 3 minutes and pour at less than 140 degrees. They also advised since I was doing tarts, I could repour without trouble, but they wouldn't suggest that for actual candles.
Keep in mind that you need to adjust your temp you add your fragrance based on it's flash point. I subtract 25 degrees from the flash point and add fragrance, remove from heat and stir 3 minutes.
I used 2:1 ratio, using the above directions. I allowed the tarts to cure for 4 days and they had very good hot throw.
3 stars are given because this seems like a good price, 4 - 1 oz bottles of 3 leaf rated fragrance, meaning they are highly scented and good for soy wax, for about $2.50 a bottle. This gets to be expensive when you need to double the amount of fragrance oil per pound of wax.
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Makes a great wood finish. I ordered these to make a food safe wood finish for cutting boards, etc. It has worked great with mineral oil for the wood finish, as well as a batch with coconut oil that I've been using as a lip balm. The wood finish creates a beautiful protective layer that doesn't change the color of the wood. Exactly what I was looking for. I have very little sense of smell so I did not notice anything wrong with this product as other reviewers have. My wife's sense of smell, however, rivals that of a bloodhound! She noticed a smell, but it was not unpleasant, and since right after opening it she hasn't smelled it at all. I'd definitely buy this again.
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Truly excellent paper. I got this to use as blotting paper in a flower press. It's a very heavy, fine quality paper. Some people mentioned the texture and I was afraid it would imprint on the dried flowers, but that won't happen. It's basically smooth with just the slightest texture; I'd guess this was manufactured as rolled pulp with smooth rollers. It's not as smooth as copier paper, but the very slight texture is a result of the thickness and the pulp. It's really a wonderfully luxurious paper, the best and thickest blotting paper I've ever seen.
It's heavy enough to use for creating artistic postcards that will survive in the mail.
Have not tried it for blotting ink, but expect it would be excellent. The fibers are soft enough that if you carefully try to erase pencil marks, you'll get a little fiber lifting from the paper; the surface will go from smooth to slightly fuzzy in that spot.
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I wish I would have read the description better when I ordered this product. I wish I would have read the description better when I ordered this product. The picture you are using to advertise this product is very misleading! I ordered this specific product because I thought all of the colors would have been sorted out and packaged separately because that is how they are pictured on this site. I see now in the description that it says the bands will be measured out by weight. When the package came I didn't know it was the bands so when I cut the bag open I just about cut several bands and they almost spilled out of the bag all over the place. Just want to make future buyers aware of how the bands will come in case you were also looking for bands sorted out.
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Very nice sparkle balls. Very nice sparkle balls. These are pretty much the same thing you would find at the store. They are the larger version, which is in the description, and not the tiny balls. The quality is great and pretty much standard for sparkle balls. There is a great selection of colors included and there are 50 pieces in a bag.
I have to admit that I did not get these for the purpose of doing crafts. I do have some put away in case my daughter might need them for something, which I am sure she will because she always does. The main reason for getting these is to use them as cat toys. Reading a couple reviews, I see I am not alone. My cats LOVE these! Seriously, they prefer these and pipe cleaners over fancy cat toys. I think the only cat toys they like more are catnip ones.
I am very happy with these and I am sure my cats would say the same.
I received this product for free for review purposes. This is my honest opinion of the product.
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Mixed Media Artist and Crafters Will Love The Larger Sized Container! Lasts Forever. Economy sized and priced makes this the perfect way for me to keep my price point way down when I am making gesso for the large canvases that I paint. A superior product! Just mix it with plaster and white paint to seal and prep the canvases. (Also easy to sand to a smooth finish.) I have also used it in book binding and mixed media applications. I have never been disappointed with Mod Podge. This size is nice to keep on hand when you are a designer or craft person and you don't want to run out to a mart for a little bottle. I add a teaspoon of water to the bottle every other time I open it to make up for evaporation, then give it a shake. Tightly sealed it will last for years.
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She woke up and screamed like hell for hours but after a while she wore . I got these for my mother in law who has Ommetaphobia which is the fear of eyes. I read somewhere that soldiers returning from war with PTSD sometimes use immersion therapy where they go into a room with a bunch of loud music and flashing lights. So I zonked the MIL out with nyquill (off brad though) and put these all over her house. While she was out I changed the locks and barricaded the windows. She woke up and screamed like hell for hours but after a while she wore herself out or passed out or something. It didn't do anything to solve her phobia but it did get me removed from the Christmas fruit cake list so a win is a win.
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Pretty Good Little Scissors. I've been looking everywhere for scissors for my 2.5 year old. We've gathered about 9 different pair, each from different companies. Of all of them, the Melissa & Doug straight-cut scissors in this pack are my daughter's favorite, probably because they are the easiest for her to open/close, and because she likes the color/sparkle. They do a nice job cutting standard and construction paper, and they've not succeeded in cutting anything else (like my tableclothes or her hair). The "zig zag" shears are more difficult for her to work, as they tend to stick a bit. As a result, in her words, she finds the "zigs disappointing."
After a month of regular use, the straight-cut scissors still work, although I am beginning to wonder whether the plastic will last much longer. If the ones we have do break, I would not hesitate to get another pair, although It would be nice if the straight-cut scissors were sold separately (perhaps they are and I just missed them).
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Cutting book boards. I purchased this to cut book board, and it does a beautiful job! (and it's cheaper than a board shear by at least $500) The only reason I didn't give it five stars is because it's too small to cut the initial board, which is 15" x 20". Zutter should have taken a lesson from Fiskars and made the cutting surface and the paper stop guide wider. It holds the board -- or multiple sheets of paper -- in place to cut, and cuts cleanly. It's heavy, doesn't move around while cutting. I love it, I'm just annoyed at still having to cut my boards with the mat cutter! Furthermore, there are NO instructions included for using it, you must go online to get them, as well as instructions for reversing or changing the blade -- tsk tsk, Zutter, poor service.
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I WANT to love it. I bought it for punching holes in flat canvases to add a hanging wire.
What I loved about it;
- very powerful, really does go through most anything....even the canvas I bought it for. I even tested it on a penny....it worked! I don't recommend it! I won't do it again because i don't want to make it dull and I actually have other things that work better, I just wanted to see if it would work.
- I LOVE the 1/16" size! Great for running a wire for hanging.
HOWEVER....the drawbacks (huge for me)
- they brag about precise hole placement. NOT! Yes, you can set the depth from about 1/2"-2" but, I need it to be about 1/4" or less. so, no control there. And there is nothing that helps the left/right placement.
- it is impossible to see exactly where the punch will be ... there is no way to see it from the back because there is no hole like most punches... you really have no clue, or control. It is pure luck if you get it in exactly the right place.
- you are limited in the thickness of what you are punching into by the opening between the top and bottom of the punch. I have to wiggle the canvas in because it is so snug. You could easily punch a hole through many sheets of paper IF there was more space in the opening...but.... that spacing is another reason you can't be exact with placement..you can't see from the top either
So, if exact hole placement is not important to you, and you want to punch through things like chipboard, or tin cans...buy it! You will love it! If placement matters, forget it, save your money.
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Like a Woodsy Incense. This review is for the cedar scented version of this product. It is touted as helping to clean the air, unfortunately, my asthmatic spouse was not able to tolerate the scent. I believe that had I been trying the unscented version, that is, the pure beeswax, that might not have been an issue.
The scent that it emitted was of the woodsy and incense type. I myself found it to be wonderfully fragrant in the most pleasing of ways.
The little blocks are easy to remove from the reclosable container. I simply used a butter knife to pry a cube out after separating it from the others.
One small concern is the misspellings on the label, which usually means that our product is not sourced in the United States. Unfortunately, many products that are stamped as being made in the USA, are not. Just like that Prada handbag that you found for $25 might not actually be Prada made in France. Because I don't know for certain, other than this product being stamped as being made and sourced in the UnitedStates, the above does not affect my rating for this product.
As far as price, Beeswax is very expensive. These cubes have all the qualities of good beeswax, the color, the consistency.
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Get the roll, not the sheets. I'd recommend that you either get the roll or the dot-n-go dispenser. The little 4x3 sheets, while perforated, are a pain to use if you need to use more than 1 at a time.
I was considering buying the 2000 dot roll of medium tack dots, but really didn't think I'd need 2000, considering the dot-n-go I was using lasted about 6 months.
I'm not sure if these are low tack or medium tack, but 4 dots along a 6 inch piece of folded oaktag barely keep it folded.
I guess more than anything, I'm disappointed in the amount of waste these things generate (paper AND plastic) as well as the clumsiness of having to separate the squares. Personally, I've found that if I try to use a strip of more than 2, they end up sticking to themselves or other things, or just get in the way.
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After being frustrated with too many garbage punchers I decided we would get our own. This hole punch would have gotten a 5 star if it wasn't for the tray that catches the punches. The tray needs to lock in more securely so we can put it in or drawer without the tray slipping. I purchased it for the office since we have to punch a lot of paperwork on the shift I work to keep the other shifts running smoothly. After being frustrated with too many garbage punchers I decided we would get our own. Now it's being taken out of our private drawer and is being used by other shifts since everyone knows it will work perfectly every time. It's great for punching through reinforced plastic strips, never sticks, and easily punches through different paper weights. Recently a float person suggested we recommend this hole punch to or administrator for all the floors. So the hole punch probably deserves a 5, it's just that we can't hide it well enough without leaving a trail of dots.
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Great tool. I purchased this gun to use to temporarly set polymer clay, and to quickly dry acrylic paints and mosaics. It works great. It did smoke the first time I used it, and it gives off a faint scorched chemical smell when i use it, still. The only caution with it is to hold it several inches from your work. It gets very hot, quickly, and does indeed heat your work.
I was a bit confused by the pamphlet that came with it. It references a multi-temp setting, which the model I received doesn't have. It's just on-off. That's not a detraction, as the product description only indicates an on-off setting. It was just confusing to realize they use the same instructions no matter what model you buy.
I do recommend this heat gun for speeding up the setting and drying process of clay and painted projects.
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a good price for good value. This ia a truly enjoyable and informative DVD. It is a must for the knitter's reference and how- to resource. What I liked most about this product, is the sound knowledge, application and use of gauge. Meg and Mom Elizabeth freely demonstrate the use of the "percentage method" in constructing a garment. The authors make a very sage comment that if it works NO way is the wrong way. I think you will enjoy their way of constructing a sock. Which shows that intuitive knitting is not a bad thing. Freedom to construct a garment your way and your design is encouraged. The authors firmly demonstrate how important it is to measure gauge at each design point of a garment, so when you arrive at the finish the chances of having to rip back are severly diminished.
For the knitter that enjoys using the patterns of others, but wants to investigate making up their own designs this product is for you.
Even if you do not plan to do your own designs, this product is an invaluable resource to aid in checking the gauge patterns you intend to use.
Ms. Zimmerman demonstrates her percentage method of knitting,based on certain types of sweater styles. After the total gauge for the body is measured, all other components such as sleeves, wrists, neck etc. are each a certain percentage. Yet one is free to make adjustments to your own taste as desired. Of course this DVD is devoted to knitting in the round mostly. It does offer some things not knit in the round, a bog jacket; a vest using the authors original construction methods.
I found my understanding of the uses of gauge whether the percentage method or not was greatly increased. Get rid of gauge anxiety, and gain confidence through meticulously calculating, careful checking gauge, and use of gauge swatch. Preplanning care ensures the liklihood of a garment you will enjoy making, wearing or giving.
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It is extremely frustrating and annoying when I have items that are on deadlines to . Overall it works "ok". It's very temperamental. Don't apply in a high heat area. I've been having trouble with tiny bubbles forming when drying that wasn't there when it was initially applied--which resulted in me wasting my products and Mod Podge. It is extremely frustrating and annoying when I have items that are on deadlines to send out to customers. You can't apply too thick or else it'll create a crackle effect and if you don't let your art fully dry ink will bleed out or create a foggy effect after the MP is dry. So you have to put all of these things into consideration before using it. I may use the rest of what I have and switch to a different sealer. I personally don't have the time or money to remake my items for such a fussy product.
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Nothing keeps a household happier than having yours and mine scissors. I got these for the hubbers, so he can keep his hands off mine both the Ginghers and Fiskars; he has a habit of cutting things like wire and cardboard with whatever is expedient and the seamstress in me can go nuts if things like that happen with GOOD shears.....not to mention the "psycho scissors" that I keep hidden.....they cost a fortune 40 years ago in Germany and cut any thickness fabric you please. Hr was somewhat underwhelmed, but now that he has them he can cut wire, paper, cardboard, I won't worry....and for those of you who have Fiskars scissors get their sharpener....it has been a life saver.......sometimes his! JOKE people!
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Glitteriffic, But Not Paper Washi Tape. Their description of this tape really waaaay off!! Contrary to the description it IS NOT PAPER tape. It is PLASTIC GLITTER TAPE. This is pretty nice tape. It is 9/16" wide (haven't gotten to the end of one yet, but I would guess that there are at least 3 feet per roll. You're better off cutting it, since trying to tear it will only stretch it and make an ugly tear. The image shows 9 rolls, however, I only got 8, and not in these colors, but the colors are nice: med. blue, turquoise, yellow/gold, silver, pink, med. green, orange and lilac. It was not what Iwas expecting, but I would probably buy this again.
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Excellent Variety and Colors for Small Projects. I have had negative experiences with mixed bags of leather pieces before, so my expectations were low. This experience was different. First, the shipping speed was astounding. I ordered on Wednesday, and the package was in my mailbox on Friday morning. Next is the size and variety of the pieces. I was surprised, but very happy, when I pulled the leather out of the package and unrolled it on the table top. There is one red, two blues, several blacks and a variety of browns. Additionally, there is a variety of thickness. All the pieces have a least one straight or semi-straight edge. They vary from 18" to 30" long and 8" to 14" wide. For my needs, this is perfect! Finally, the leather came rolled rather than folded. I know this is a small detail that makes little difference, but it was still a nice touch. I will definitely order this product again, so long as Dangerous Threads continues to offer it.
Edited for spelling issues.
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Pleasantly Surprised. This item arrived in good condition. When I placed my order for this item I was under the impression that I was getting a pack of 3 sheets. I was completely mistaken and pleasantly surprised when I received my shipment. This listing is actually for 3 packs of paper (see my photos below). for a total of 9 sheets. The colors are really pretty and consist of grays, greens, and blues. Each sheet is 12" x 16". There are a total of:
3 - Blue Rose Pattern Sheets (gray background with blue roses and a darker gray for the leaves)
3 - Music Sheets (white background with black music notes)
3 - Word Sheets (gray-green background with white and darker gray verbiage - I can't make out what the words are)
This product appears to be of good quality and has an almost velum feel to it.
This item is going to be great to use for as decoupage materials for plates, bottles, and glasses. I am looking forward to sharing this paper with all of the ladies who will be attending a craft day that I will be hosting.
Overall I am very happy with this purchase and will more than likely purchase this product, or another very similar to it, in the future. I would definitely recommend this item. All of the patterns and colors in this set are very pretty and have a vintage look.
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This item is ONE vial only, not 5. Be aware that, though the item description at the top of the page states that this order is made up of 5 vials of glitter, the CORRECT description is found when you scroll down the page.
You get 1 small vial, 2" tall x 3/4" wide. It IS glittery, fine but not powdered fine. It is crystal-like in color, not silver. I gave it three stars as the actual product IS as described.
Too small for the price, in my opinion. $2.00 would be more like it.
I ordered this, thinking I was getting 5 vials (as was stated on the item page). I hope Amazon will correct the description.
Upon complaining to Amazon, they made things right, for me. Amazon customer service is excellent!!
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Gloopy, terrible to apply, poisonous fumes that require a respirator -- yet IRREPLACEABLE for some applications . I'm giving E6000 a 4 for efficacy but I would not use it if I could find an alternative. For jewelry crafting it doesn't yellow and it remains somewhat flexible-- the reason it holds so well. If you get a little bit on a finding or stone, dulling it, you can scrape it off no matter how long it has cured.
This cannot be said of any other glue I have found. Not superglue. Not the specialty jeweler's glue in tiny tubes with the needle-thin syringe (it doesn't hold). Not epoxy. Not even my favorite of favorite glues, Duco Cement.
But it's so gloopy. A pointy applicator tip, not included, won't help, so don't bother. Rhinestones? Gluing them on with melted mozzarella would be easier. The E6000 texture just isn't right for fine applications. You can to work around it with semi-satisfactory results, applying it with a stainless steel dental pick (the style that has a very slight spatula on the end), and even that isn't ideal. Needles and pins don't work, nor do toothpicks. E6000 sticks better to wood than metal or stone.
But it's not just the viscosity. The real problem is the fumes. I am not chemically sensitive. My nickname is Chemical Amy. Wet paint smells pleasant. Bleach, Ammonia, hydrochloric acid -- sock it to me. Some glues make me dizzy, but not E6000 dizzy, which feels ominous way I can't put my finger on. It's not more severe -- it just feels like it's doing permanent damage. The hazards are disclosed on the package, but who takes that stuff seriously? Respirators are for cowards!
Well, not in this instance. Get a vapor respirator. Not a facemask but a real respirator with an organic filter, according to 3M. I don't think E6000 hurts your eyes so you could probably use a half respirator for about $13. Or a heavier duty half-respirator for $25. The filters run about $11. Don't forget to put dogs, cats and babies in another room.
Respirators work, but they're a lousy solution. If you have never used one, they are a MAJOR pain. You're not breathing aire so much as sucking air with enough force to get it to pass through the filter. A lot of force. I hate respirators so much that despite the effectiveness of this product, I will use it for jewelry crafting and a select few applications that require its specific qualities and stick with Duco for everything else.
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Authentic 24K gold leaf sheets (loose leaf) create a beautiful finish but expect a bit of a learning curve when using. NOTE: Just wanted to mention that Amazon's product page is incorrect on this item (or at least it was at the time of my purchase and review). The product that I received was NOT "patent" or "transfer" gold leaf, but was instead loose leaf and my review is based on that. It didn't make a difference to me that I received loose leaf, but I wanted to point it out in case it makes a difference to other customers. I've reported the discrepancy to Amazon, so hopefully they'll correct the product page.
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Unlike many of the gold leafing products available in stores (Mona Lisa's Metal Leaf comes to mind), this particular product is real 24k gold flattened to an ultra-thin 0.1-0.2 microns thickness rather than just a metal composite with a gold appearance. The other products are less expensive (and usually easier to use) than these sheets, but certain projects just call for authentic gold.
These 25 individual sheets are slightly larger than 3-inch square and are each separated by paper. If you've never used it before, you'll quickly discover the reason for the sheet separation once you try to use it.
Since each sheet of gold is so extremely thin and delicate, you'll want to mostly handle it by maneuvering it with the paper it rests on and with small tools like tweezers. (And don't breathe on it, or it'll float away!) Trying to handle the sheet with your bare hands is just asking for a mess since it wants to adhere to *anything* that has even the tiniest bit of tackiness. Since there's always the potential for some hand involvement, I usually lightly dust my hands with talc or wear lightweight cotton gloves (don't wear latex or they'll be gilded with 24k!).
If you're wanting to cut it into shapes for some reason, it's important to carefully place the sheet of gold leaf between two pieces of paper (I just use any acid-free paper). That gives the piece stability or body that you can actually cut. However, it isn't all that easy to cut and keep the fly-a-way gold "sandwiched" between the paper, so I would only try cutting very simple geometric shapes.
Usually, though, rather than cut an actual shape of gold leaf, I apply my adhesive specifically to the area that I want covered and lift sheets or small sections of a sheet to that tacky area to adhere. If the piece that I'm carrying to the adhesive area is fairly large, I usually just carry the leafing on the paper it rests on. That way, I can use the paper to press and burnish the leafing to my intended area without touching it with my hands and adding skin oils -- almost as if this were transfer gold leafing with attached paper. The gold leafing will easily tear or rub off of any areas that don't have the adhesive. If you find it sticking to areas that it shouldn't, you may need to dust those areas with talc.
With small designs or lettering made with an adhesive pen or brush, I sometimes find it helpful to add a bit of pigment into my adhesive so that I can tell where I've been and that I haven't missed a spot.
With a little planning and as you become more skilled in using the gold leaf, you'll find that you can avoid a lot of waste with the sheets. The initial learning curve can be tough, though.
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Useful for adult projects, too. First of all, this is 480 sheets total (two packs, each with 240 sheets.) All the basic colors are represented, in equal quantities: pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, brown, black, and white. Kids love to cut these up into shapes, and those glue sticks are great for putting together projects. These are 9 x 12 inches, so they make a perfect backing frame for 8.5 x 11" paper.
As an adult, I use them as a backing for printed signs using white paper. Run a glue stick around the edges of the paper, slap it on one of these, and it stands out and adds stiffness for posting signs for meetings, etc.
The best part of this is that the paper is made in Canada, not China, so I feel more comfortable with young children using it where it can end up in mouths (there have been reports of lead, formaldehyde, propylene glycol, and other chemicals being in paper manufactured in China.) The price is excellent, especially including free shipping with Amazon Prime.
Negatives: not as thick as the construction paper I remember as a kid myself, and it is not archival quality -- don't use it for scrap-booking, or anything you want to last without fading.
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Hydrating skin. Similar consistency to NOW, different flavor. Main use is a squirt of glycerine in rose or lavender water ( or usually water with a few drops of essential oil) to spritz on my face in the dry Utah winters. Glycerine has been my best (and fastest and cheapest) weapon against persistently dry skin, I've even sprayed it over makeup successfully. This brand has proven to be hydrating. I've started recently using glycerine as well for making echinatia extracts for my kids when they are sick. Still making first batch with this brand, but I personally prefer the base flavor of the NOW glycerine to this... I doubt my kids will care though, and I will feel less guilty since this jug is so big/inexpensive in comparison. So far would buy again.
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They have odd rainbows. I bought this to practice face painting before helping with a church face painting booth at the fair. To be honest, I did goof and got the "girly" one by mistake, but realized right after I'd ordered that I had and just went with it. The problem is that it calls this a "rainbow" pallet. I didn't realize rainbows had three shades of pink- well, one is more orangey-salmon, but still pinkish, and no blues. This kit would've been a lot better with one less pink, one of the two whites (there's one that's more white and one that's silvery-white) and adding a blue and a black, because even delicate girly things need black lines to define them and make them look more realistic.
I also had a skin reaction to the purple, but then again, I react to a lot of things. Just test before you go crazy painting on someone.
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Great. I ordered this particular set because it came with 6 individual packs with 100 jewels per pack (total of 600). It makes it easier to keep all the jewels from getting all over the place. I have only had to open up one pack so far and I have five other packs unopened. So I know there will not be a mess in the bottom of my craft box from the jewels being all over the place.
What other reviews have said is true. The "sticker" part of the jewel is a joke. But I had always planned on using tacky glue when using for a project. A project my daughter made in September still has all the jewels on it, but again I did not rely on the sticker to keep jewels on. I would definitely recommend these jewels. They are big enough for little hands to use, the variety of different jewels is great and the colors and shapes are really pretty.
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Fast drying and surprisingly permanent. This fabric glue is the best I've ever found. I've tried a couple of others and haven't been pleased with the results because they don't stand up to washing and start peeling off far too soon. The fabri-tac does actually seem to be permanent or as permanent as a fabric glue is going to get. I even used it to install zippers on the pockets of several jumper dresses and they are all still holding up after multiple times through the wash. The only thing negative is that it can come out of the bottle in globs and it dries extremely fast so it's very important to be quite speedy and precise when using it so I probably wouldn't recommend it for childrens crafts or similar uses.
Update: I love this fabric glue even more after discovering that it works great for repairing popped air mattresses.
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Great new take. Pros:
- Feels great in your hand
- Greatly lessens soreness on inside thumb-knuckle
- Prevents you from choking up too much on the grip
- Evens the use of muscles for the squeezing motion made by your last 4 fingers
- Padded much more than scissors of other brands
- The lock never falls down making them unable to close
- The lock can't pop off like other brands
- Allows for tension adjusting with a phillips screwdriver
- Blades can be sharpened and are the same as used in Fiskars snippers
Cons:
- My scissors squeaked at first but after lubricating them the squeak went away
- I don't favor these snippers for lots of thick-branch snipping as you can feel them give, however they aren't any less effective at snipping thicker branches than other brands.
- These have a wider gate than Fiskars so there's a little more movement if you choose to let your hand open all the way
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If you suffer from sore hands these scissors are highly recommended. Due to the cons listed I wouldn't recommend replacing your existing snippers with these but instead they are an excellent addition to your snipper arsenal. In my opinion these are best held by putting the bulging side against your last 4 fingers.
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top notch. these scissors cut plastic wrap cardboard parchment paper without a hitch. everything I tried them on. I am going to purchase more elsewhere where I fond them 5$ cheaper right now. The bent means that the bottom of the blades in the closed position are in line with the bottom of the handle. as described by wescott: "If you take a look at the shape of the bent scissors, you will see that cutting against an edge or a surface (like cutting fabric on a table for example) would be a bit easier with this shape, as you can glide the scissor right along the surface, without your hand getting in the way!" I found this cut of scissor to be much more easy to cut everything and use the scissors in a more ergonomic useful manner. The scissors fit in my hands well. I have long skinny fingers and a larger palm than most females. The scissors are sharp.
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A few complaints. I can't complain too much, as this does basically work. But I have a few complaints about it. First of all, it doesn't grip the blades very well. I put in an exacto-knife type of blade, to cut through some plastic. After inserting the blade, you rotate the head to tighten it. I tightened it REALLY tight. I even used a wrench. But still, the blade kept coming loose and falling out while I was working with it. Also, the heated end should be shorter in my opinion. It's pretty long, and so it's really easy to touch it and burn yourself, which I did more than once, because like most people, when using a pen-shaped device, your hand and fingers naturally want to grip it as close to the tip as possible, so unconsciously your fingers gradually work their way down and get burned. You've really got to be careful. But in my opinion, if the heated tip area was shorter, this wouldn't happen as much.
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The Ultimate Part Pack was perfect for our needs. I used Snazaroo at a special fundraiser for my grandaughter. I painted over 30 customized faces that day and lots of paint remained. The Ultimate Part Pack was perfect for our needs. The sponges, brushes, paint, and glitter allowed us to create and customize each person's requests. The brushes were of high quality. Next time I will bring a "liner" brush in addition to the included brushes for smaller details. I have used other face paints, however I'd rank Snazaroo as the best of all. The paint brushes or sponges on beautifully and remain colorful. I was amazed at the ease in which the paint flowed upon the face. The included flyer was very helpful for illustrating some ideas for novice painters.
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I am very pleased with the glass bottle scoring machine but the instructions . I am very pleased with the glass bottle scoring machine but the instructions should be changed. When I poured hot and cold water over the score, I had very poor success in achieving clean or usable breaks. When I changed methods - and heated a large deep pot of water to just under boiling point and set up an ice bath, not only did I achieve clean usable "cuts"/breaks on all 9 bottles, but the number of transfers dropped to 1 or 2. After making 1 score, immerse the bottle up to the score line in the hot bath and let it warm thoroughly - 30-45 seconds at least. Then transfer to ice bath and again, wait 30-45 seconds. More than 1/2 the bottles broke cleanly with just 1 transfer. The remaining bottles broke within in 10 seconds of being re-immersed in the hot water.
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Did a great job. The tape is very durable. I got it in Platinum Nylon. I used it to repair holes and tears in the roof of my outdoor bench swing, which is some kind of canvas material. I was very pleased. I later ordered it in Sage Green, and it was much thinner, and flimsy. Although, the Sage Green looked like it would be durable as well, but not as durable as the Platinum Nylon, which is strange to me since they are the same price. When I worked with the Sage Green (outside), it was a bit breezy and that made working with it harder. Since it was thin and flimsy, it kept folding over itself, and I had to un-stick it from itself, which was a pain. Also, it didn't lie nice and flat and smooth like the platinum nylon. It had many wrinkles and buckles, which I didn't like the look of. But I suppose it will do the job of keeping the rips and tears from getting worse. The platinum nylon was thicker and seems more durable. It laid nice and flat and smooth when I laid it down. The platinum nylon is about as thick as duct tape. I wondered if I could just use duct tape and save myself some money (I spent a small fortune repairing this roof). But I read somewhere that duct tape is not meant for outdoor use because it's not waterproof. Anyway, I'm basically pleased with this tape. It could be cheaper though, since you only get one piece per package that is 20 inches by 3 inches. If you don't care about the color, I would definitely get the platinum nylon over the sage green. I can't speak for the thickness and durability of the other colors. Now, I'll see how long it lasts. I will update my review regarding this.
UPDATE (10-20-17) Well, it's been 4 months since I repaired my canvas outdoor bench swing roof with this product and it is staying on beautifully! Both the sage green and the platinum. Not even the edges of the repair tape are fraying. And it's been outside in the elements the whole time (which really vary in Chicago). I also used some extra-strength heavy-duty duct tape to finish up repairing a few small tears, not wanting to spend the extra money getting more Tenacious Tape, thinking I could get away with it. Not so, the duct tape came off already, but not the Tenacious tape. I've decided that this product is worth the price. It looks like it will stay on forever. I upgraded to 5 stars.
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I like it since it has good uses. I had gotten a package of this at least a couple of years ago as a stocking stuffer. I had no immediate use for it so I put in a tin with my spare iPhone cables and chargers and forgot about it.
The other day I thought about it when I needed to repair one of the iPhone 5s cables, which was starting to fray and look awful, lol. I took the Sugru out, looked at the expire date which was Nov 2015, lol. I opened up one of the packets of and started to knead it and form it to cable on both ends. Then let it sit around for a day and it's as good as new. The stuff turns into a nice soft flexible rubber.
Maybe I should heed the instructions and put the rest in freezer or fridge since it states it'll extend the expiration date a couple of years more.
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Works, but choose wisely. I ordered the 8 pack, but I'm wishing I'd ordered the 4. I used a single packet to reinforce my iPad charger cable, my hair straightener cord and the clips on my cell phone case that hold the phone in place (they were cracking). So far, so good, everything is holding well, and I haven't had any separation or cracking. I wore latex gloves and really took my time to work the putty into place, so perhaps that helped it really adhere.
The reason I wish I'd gotten a smaller pack is because of the reviews that this stuff will eventually dry out, even within the individual packs. Given how little it takes to fix most items, I'm worried that I won't get around to using the rest before it goes bad. Given the cost of this stuff, I'm not OK with that.
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COUPONER APPROVED. I am an avid couponer. I clip SO MANY COUPONS every week. I need the scissors to be precise, and sharp. I can't be cutting off barcodes or expiration dates! After accidentally dulling my old pair, I came onto Amazon to find my perfect pair. I read a bunch of reviews on this particular kind and just bought it on a whim. OH MY GOODNESS, I couldn't be happier. They cut like a hot knife on butter. Just precise, effortlessly, and quick! I haven't had a chance to test out the non stick aspect but i'm sure they'd rock with that too. I would highly recommend these! Once I find another gift card I might just get myself another pair! I'm sure these will last for a LONG TIME~
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Spend a little more and do better. I bought this loom as a more portable option for taking out to classes. My other loom is a Kromski Harp 32". This one is made of perfectly ice wood, but the screws are all REALLY cheap and strip if you tighten them even to just finger tightness. The heddle is too narrow and does not actually rest on the shed blocks. The pawls do not stay in place. (Mine was missing one, but I was able to scrounge a replacement.)
I have friends who have and like this loom, but they all bought it many years ago. I suspect that the quality has gone down in recent years or something, because my experience is VERY different than theirs. I would not recommend this product at all, it's just too frustrating. Spend $30 more and get the Kromski Fiddle.
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Excellent for crafting, Easter egg hunting, and learning play. My Woodpecker wooden eggs arrived on time and were in perfect condition. These eggs are small 2" x 1 3/8" or about the size of a Cadbury Easter egg candy. They are smooth, well sanded and ready to use right out of the package, but you will want to wipe them down for any dust.
They are great for crafts, or if you sew they make good darning eggs for socks and tights. I also use the wooden egg when I am repairing raveled areas of knit or crocheted articles.
Easter is upon us, add these to a child's basket with a box of brightly colored markers or crayons for some artistic fun. These would be fun to color and hide for older children who need more of a challenge.
My little wooden ovals are destined to become faux cloisonne eggs for my family and friends this Easter Even adults like decorating eggs. For my purpose, the size is perfect for a display shelf or desk and are meant to be miniature versions of the real ones.
I was given a discount in return for my honest review after examining and putting them to the use I intended. This product meets all my expectations for my desired use and each one is of fine quality workmanship. They are evenly shaped, show no deformities in the woods texture, there are no lathe markings nor gouges. They accept the enamel paint I used without problems. They stand well on the provided, flattened bottom. These statements are my own and the promotional discount does not affect my opinion of the products quality. I hope this review was helpful
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It seemed like a good idea at the time to get this . It seemed like a good idea at the time to get this drill. I travel a lot and spend extended periods of time in various types and quality of accommodations. This time I ended up in a very basic small house with a number of items in need of repair/replacement. I did not want the travel weight or power needs of a basic corded drill nor the expense and travel weight of a cordless drill. I needed to drill some holes in particle board, drywall, and solid wood. This drill seemed perfect and it was light enough to take on any future travels. The thickest dimension of wood to be drilled was pine 1x4. I purchased a new basic medium quality drill bit in small sizes up to 1/4 inch. The drilling in drywall and particle board was okay with bits up to 1/16-3/16 if I did a series of enlarging holes to match the final diameter. In the wood plank, the drill eventually slipped (stripped) internally until it was useless. So, after I got half the work done, I bought a $30 cordless drill, finished the job, and threw the Fiskars away. For me, the drill was not so good. I read the reviews before purchase. I am convinced this drill would be good for very light duty work. Also, Fiskars makes other great products. I have already purchased this year a nice pair of shears and a really well made and highly functional weed puller.
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Scissors done Right. These are high quality scissors. Seem very durable. The grips have some rubber on them so they are easy to handle. Have had them since December 2015 and they have managed all my cutting needs. I actually bought three pairs. Use one for normal day to day use such as cutting tape or opening food items. I use another to trim my dogs hair. Keep the third pair in my garage and use them for whatever comes up out there. Basically they are multi-functional.
CONS: As with any pair of scissors if you get anything too sticky on them they can be more difficult to open.
OVERALL: Definitely a nice, durable pair of scissors that I would purchase again.
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Great traveling yarn snips, colors random. These cut cotton and wool yarn just fine (fingering through worsted for sure, probably thinner and thicker as well). I only use these for occasional use, however. They are sharp enough, but not super sharp and so not the go-to choice for frequent snipping. They are wonderful to keep in a knitting bag when traveling, however. The tips are very sharp, so the cover is needed to protect items and also to keep the blades closed (they are spring loaded to stay open otherwise, which means you'll have two points).. The cover stays on snuggly even after use, so that is good. It should be noted that you will NOT likely receive the colors shown (purple and blue). You will get two random colors, though the description currently does not mention that.
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Cute design. I resent Martha Stewart creating such great designs and then never making them again which creates false hype and stupid high prices on ebay. I'm never falling for that one, Martha.
She should manufacture all the popular designs regularly. I think it is a brilliant marketing strategy Martha, but it makes me resent your products. I wanted to try one, so now I know.
But until you release the older designs stopping the 'collectibility' factor...I'm never buying your stuff again! I'll find another way.
Remember Cabbage Patch dolls? They produced such a small number that it created a madness and mother's everywhere were standing in line hoping to win a ticket that would allow them to buy one for little precious.
I feel used and abused by Martha Stewart manufacturing cool designs in such small quantities to jerk people around with who think they have to have it at any high ebay auction price.
GIVE ME A BREAK and don't be a sucker.
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Worse, they came with a Darice branding STICKER stuck . I received a 10-pack of Darice brand foam sheets. I was expecting some smell, but these are strongly rubber-scented. Worse, they came with a Darice branding STICKER stuck to all of them, as if they were labeled for individual sale - and that sticker would NOT come off. If you need to cut or bend this foam, or want it to look good, you can't use the part with the sticker on it - and the sticker was at least the size of a business card. Fortunately I had enough extra to complete my project thanks to the 10-pack, but who puts a non-removable sticker on something like this? I can't recommend it.
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I won't ever go back to using muffin "tins. This silicone muffin pan is a perfect example of technology making our lives easier. I love muffins and cupcakes, but the clean-up was always annoying and time-consuming. With muffin tins, you can use papers but then the paper takes away half of the muffin when it's peeled off, or you can use cooking spray, but that leaves a baked-on residue most of the time. Enter the silicone muffin pan! Finally, I have a way to get 99.95% of the muffins I bake onto a plate and into our mouths. Each muffin popped out so easily. Then when it came to clean up, a sponge and a little soap (but no elbow grease), combined with some warm water, and it took a fraction of the time my muffin tins would to clean up. I think I'll buy many of these products for all my baking needs! Hint: I placed the silicone muffin pan on a cookie sheet for stability.
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Super Impressive, easy assembly, 12oz. Cakes. Ive finally found the perfect yarn winder. The table clamp is big enough to fit easily on my 2 inch thick IKEA coffee table in my craft room. I bent the side arms before (not while attached to winder) so they are a little wider than parallel to the winder core & so they didn't hit the table or machine. I was able to wind 12.87 oz of a partial 14 oz super jumbo skein (Im sure I could have fit that last ounce if I hadnt used it) of (#4 medium) worsted weight yarn. That cake is 7 inches in diameter & 5 inches high. Beyond excited, who says size doesnt matter I don't have to chop skeins in half anymore. Its so much quieter than my little one, easy assembly. I will have to update after a few dozen cakes... but this thing has me really impressed. Priced affordable & so far its amazing! By the way, I paid the full price & I wasn't compensated for my honest review.
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Leaves an impression. These sheets work very well to add texture to clay. The impressions are deep as long as you take care to actually press down on everywhere you want it to show. It can take a couple practice tries, but clay is very forgiving in that regard (just roll it up and try again!)
I got this specifically for the scales which works very well, but I've also used the stars and snowflakes and they're also a good depth and work well to add that texture. The only piece I haven't used is the wood one and honestly don't see me doing that any time soon. It's almost a throwaway for me.
But even if it wasn't included, I'd find this a good deal and an overall great product.
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Martha Stewart, You Rock. I am simply amazed at the engineering of this little circle edge punch! I have had the starter set since it launched on HSN, and I just love using all three of those cartridges to make all sorts of crafts. I was thrilled to find that Amazon was offering additional cartridges for sale and immediately ordered them. I just tried out the Wavy Stripe punch this afternoon to make a doily for a 9-inch, two-layer cake I whipped up. I used the punch on parchment paper and was at first a little concerned I might have some trouble with advancing the paper, since it's so thin and slick. However, that magnet is so strong and the gears so precise, I had no trouble at all. In less than five minutes, I had a perfect 11-inch doily. I'll keep buying new cartridges as they appear, since I'm totally addicted to these punches! Thank you, Martha Stewart!
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drop and squirt gun painting paper and it worked great. It is heavy duty and doesn't rip easily. Purchased to be used as a back drop and squirt gun painting paper and it worked great. It is heavy duty and doesn't rip easily, stood up well the paint without tearing even while hanging to dry and the white was very white, allowing the colors to come out brilliantly. I would buy this paper again as the size is so convenient. It cuts and folds easily and is easy to manipulate. It could be used from everything to drawer liners to customized gift wrap and inexpensive enough to just let the kids draw on. I intend on having this in my house all the time.
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My first attempt at origami and I am LOVING it. My son made some origami shapes and designs in school and wanted to make some at home too. So I shopped around and found this economy pack from Origami Craze. It shipped super fast. Each sheet is strong, high quality, with brilliant vivid color, and easy to fold. Which is great because my little guy is tough on paper! The designs are fun to do and the Ebook is VERY easy to follow.
We are having LOTS of FUN, and our little pieces of art are holding up well. I can see we will use this up fast enough, and the price is just right (and they gave me a coupon for 20% off my next order!) I will buy again. Thanks!
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I need a project. I love this stuff; I just don't know what I am going to do with it yet. It's easy to use: dump some beads into hot water, wait a couple of minutes for it to soften and clump, mold it into whatever, and leave it to cool and harden. It can be reused by taking your finished masterpiece and dumping it back into hot water -- I checked! Their website is a bit sparse as of yet, but they promise to expand it, including suggested uses and user comments. There is no inner seal on the container, so be careful taking off the lid, or you will have little beads flying everywhere. And for those on my side of the pond... 60 degrees Celsius is equal to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. You will need to know this.
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Very small, but great quality. It can be hard to tell from the picture, but this item is quite small. I was not surprised by its size at all, because its measurements are clearly labeled in the item's description.
This is made of solid metal, and the spikes are strong and sharp. I used this to stand up 5 pieces of lucky bamboo in the middle of my betta bowl, and it has worked great. It has been constantly submerged for a few months now, and fish and kenzan are both fine, and the bamboo is still strongly secured and has even survived coming out of the bowl several times for cleaning and still hadn't come loose.
I'm completely confident this kenzan would work fantastically for ikebana, and the price was fantastic! If I buy another kenzan, to actually use for ikebana, I will definitely come back here for one of these.
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