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Great but louder than you'd think. I bought a bag of these so that my mom could sew one into my 3rd child's blanky. My first 2 children have little blankets from my mother that rattle. They are the kind with the square blanky with a stuffed animal head on top. She bought my 3rd an adorable blanket, but it had no rattle. At first I didn't think he minded until I saw him walking around with his older siblings' blankets. When it dawned on me why, I got online and ordered these. They are wonderful but louder than you would think. The rattle is definitely louder than the one in the other 2 blankys. I've left it in because it does the trick and he now carries his own around, but I wish I had been able to find a smaller, quieter one. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Portable knife for carving wood spirits. I Have always had an interest in carving wood spirit walking sticks. The only problem was that it was a hassle trying to carving numerous knives with me when I went camping. This knife from Flexcut solves that problem. It comes with its own leather sheath and fits in the palm of your hand. Right out of the box the blades are razor sharp. The six (6) cutting tools allow you to figure the wood very easily. The knife also ships with a contoured honing block to accomodate all the blade configurations as well as a stick of honing compound. It fits right on my belt and makes itself very portable for EDC. I have numerous Flexcut carving knives and chisels and in keeping with their reputation for producing fine carving tools they have produced another fine product. I would HIGHLY recommend this tool for anyone looking for a quality carving instrument. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
works great on metal. I bought these and several other folders for use with my Big Kick. And actually I'm using them to emboss metal, not paper. They work great on thin copper sheet (26 ga or thinner is what I am using, and I anneal it first to make it soft so it really takes the imprint). I did several things with this floral pattern. Now I'm playing with the snowflake one. Love these! And you do not need to have the Vintaj Big Kick to do the metal either - the standard one works just the same way for a lesser price. The Vintaj blanks are 24 ga I think, and after working with finer gauge sheet in mine, I'd be surprised if anything thicker really gets that much of an imprint. I'd have to try it to see. I also prefer to antique the metal in liver of sulfur after it's been imprinted - it really brings out the design and adds depth and dimension, especially if you buff the raised parts. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great, but If you intend to use it to carve wood. ....then don't bother. I did and it didn't last more than 20 minutes, the alumin(i)um threads inside couldn't take it. I'm still giving it five stars because if used for its intended purpose (cutting paper and such) this is a good tool, well designed, the orange rubber grip is great, it prevents it from rolling off the table and from turning in your hand, makes it much better than just having a regular round handle. Once it was finished I actually took the rubber grip off of it, drilled the opening in it slightly bigger and now I'm using it on a regular exacto knife that can take the abuse. To me it was worth the price just for the rubber grip. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Not good for foiling, too textured. Dang, was really hoping this cardstock would work out. I'm gold foiling the cardstock to stick to a gift bag. One positive is the sticky side is strong enough to hold, you will not have to worry about this coming off of your project. Down side for foiling is the cardstock is too textured, for foiling this is bad because the foil will not adhere to every part of the toner. pics attached to illustrate my point. You can see the difference between the textured cardstock and the smooth paper. On the hunt for adhesive smooth cardstock. and yes you can run this through the laminator without messing up the adhesive as long as you put a piece of regular printer paper on the back side for protection. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Perfect For Beginning Knitters. I decided recently I wanted to learn to knit. I have been a crocheter since a small child. At first I purchased a learn to knit kit that included aluminum needles. As a beginner I couldn't get my stitches to stay on aluminum and would become frustrated so I started researching online videos and blogs to find out as much as I could about knitting. The one thing I found in most of the information is that wood or bamboo knit needles are best for beginners because the stitches don't move a quick as aluminum so they don't slide off the needle unexpectedly.
I ordered one pair of Clover needles to test and as a beginner I can say these are the best needles I've used so far. I don't loose my stitches as easily. The needles are smooth but not slick-no splinters snagging the yarn. After knitting one beanie for my grandchild and two dish cloths I decided to order a set of these to continue learning this craft. I highly recommend these needles, especially for beginners. I don't get as frustrated using these needles as I did with aluminum.
The included case is nice as well. All the needles stay in place. There is a flap at the top of the case that uses Velcro to attach to the inner case so that the needles don't slide out. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great little tool for the price. This handy little tool works just fine, however; if the cost of this was much more, I could not cast a 5 star vote.
I just wish it were more "solid" e.g., heavier, with higher quality machining. <i>however</i>: with a price tag of $3.00 - $6.00, I cannot complain.
<u>Thoughts:</u>
I do wish the blade could be rotated slightly.
Beneath the threaded collar are two channels which help to secure the removable blade. In addition to the channels that hold the blade at 90 degrees, I wish there were another set of channels that would allow the blade to be rotated slightly so I wouldn't have to hold my wrist straight up and down.
For example: Instead of the blade inserting at 12:00, it could also be inserted at 10:00, so when I relaxed my wrist, it would naturally come to rest straight up and down at 12:00.
Let this not be a deal breaker, though, as one can still make accurate and detailed cuts. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Favorite glue gun. I am one of those people that own many glue guns. This one is my all-time favorite.
I love that it can change from a low setting to a high setting quickly with the flick of a switch. Another nice feature is that you can unplug the cord from the body of the glue gun and it stays hot for a while. If you need to glue something away from an outlet occasionally, this gun can help you with that. The little metal pop-out stand attached to the glue gun is sturdy and keeps the gun upright between uses. My favorite feature of this glue gun is the small nose it has. Most other glue guns I have seen have a bulkier nose and they are harder to get into small crevices.
The only con about this glue gun is that it does waste glue via little glue pelts while it is turned on. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Fast Drying, Permanent adhesive seal, low tack-semi gloss finish = WINNER. I have been gluing paper to wood and this stuff is way better than regular mod podge. It dries quickly and bonds VERY well with a no tack finish. A little bit goes a long way. It has the consistency of water. I use gloves, but have used my fingers to rearrange paper and it doesn't get you all sticky if it goes on you. Brilliant product. I also would be lost without it. There is an odor to it. Is says low odor, but to me it is a bit higher odor than advertised. I use it in a fan room and sometimes I put on my fume mask that I usually use while airbrushing. But then, I work with it alot. For average use, an odor mask is not absolutely necessary. I would highly recommend this product for its high functionality, low tack and fast dry capabilities. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best tape runner I've found. I've used other tape runners and had almost given up on finding one I liked. I needed something small enough to use on short lengths of paper and cloth, so I decided to take a chance on this one. The adhesive comes off easily, but didn't continue to peel off of the backing when I lifted the dispenser from the paper. The dispenser has a cover that pivots over to the side when the tape is being applied; since the cover stays attached it doesn't get lost. The adhesive sticks well but there's time to reposition the items if necessary.
The best part of this design is the refill. My other tape runners had a spool of new adhesive that had to be wound into the applicator; if the tape was loose I had to lift the spool up, being careful not to let it unwind, and try to wind it tight and slide it back onto the hub. With this one the refill is prewound onto the gear setup so all I had to do was open the dispenser, lift out the used tape and drop the refill in. No winding, no unwinding, incredibly simple. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Not enough for what you pay. The Silhouette ink is alright but I would rather use Tulip soft fabric paint. This ink leaves a sticky feeling and does not cover well. It took almost a whole bottle to make 2 small designs on a sweatshirt. Not to mention the colors are limited and even though you can mix them you do not get the color that you want. I will not be buying them again. I do love ALL of the other Silhouette products and highly recommend them. The Cameo is amazing and much better than a cricut. You don't need any cartridges or special software other than what is included with the machine. I would suggest the fabric blade instead of the regular blade. It seems to be sharper and cut smoother than the black blade. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
High strength silicone for flexible molds and easy demolding. This type of silicone rubber makes great molds for parts with large undercuts or parts with complex shape that might be difficult to demold from a regular silicon rubber mold created with <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Alumilite-Quick-Set-Mold-Rubber-Kit-mold-making-kit/dp/B004BN81EE/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Alumilite Quick-Set Mold Rubber Kit mold-making kit</a>. Molds made with this high strength 3 RTV rubber are much softer that those made with the quick set silicone, much more flexible and thus have a very high tear strength. Which means that you can easily stretch the mold to take your casting out without tearing or otherwise damaging the mold. And when I say stretch, I really mean it -- you can stretch this silicone quite a bit without tearing.
The advantage is that you can reuse your mold many time, extending the life of your mold. The disadvantage of the soft and squishy silicone is that it isn't particularly suitable for two piece molds or molds that require rigidity. The rigidity comes into consideration when you have larger molds and the weight of the resin cast into your mold could push against the sides of your mold and could actually alter/bend the mold resulting in a flawed duplicate.
It is a RTV silicone, or room temperature vulcanization. Which means that it does not require added heat for the mix to turn into silicone rubber. Just mix it and pour it into the mold and leave it alone for 24 hours. This silicone compound has 2 hour open time as opposed to the quick set silicone. But other than that and the softness and tear strength, there isn't much difference from the quick set silicone. The same rules for mixing, creating molds, etc. apply with this product. For additional tips and comments on making molds using Alumilite silicone rubber see my review of the quick set rubber by following the above link.
The high strength 3 RTV silicone rubber is a great product if used for the right type of mold. We've made a number of molds using both types of silicone rubber and had a great success. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good product. Does what it is supposed to do. I ordered this product to fix discoloration of my leather sofa. There are several different colors included which you can mix and create the required color. Instruction sheet has listed few combinations too else you can google to find which colors to mix for achieving required color. I took couple of tries but finally could create almost similar color for my sofa. Spatula is included which is used for mixing the colors. It also has a brush (too small and can be used for very small area) and a small piece of foam. I used foam to apply color to my sofa and it was very easy. You just need patience to apply it.
Now the sofa looks way better than earlier. All the discoloration (mainly arms, top) is fixed and looks better. I am really happy with the purchase. It did what it is supposed to do. If you are expecting new like quality, do not buy this. It does not condition the leather. It just colors it so you are just hiding the leather discoloration. Damage was already done which can not be fully repaired except buying a new leather sofa. This is a cheap solution for that.
Be patient. Mix colors to achieve the required color. Apply first on some small area to verify it gels well with other area and then apply on the remaining area. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best craft kit of the year. I bought 2 of these for my 7 and 9 year old daughters for Christmas, and couldn't be more delighted with it. This has been voted top gift by both of them. The package contains everything you need to create your soaps, nothing had to be added from the pantry or grocery store. The directions were simple and clear, and every step went smoothly. They were each able to make about 7 soaps out of less than half of their packages, so I'm guessing you'll get at least 15 out of the kit. I recommend melting the glycerin in a pyrex measuring cup in the microwave. When we transferred the first batch to a different bowl for coloring, it turned solid too quickly to pour; we were able to re-heat it again and use it but the batch we kept in the cup we heated it in stayed liquid much longer. The pour spout is also very helpful to get the product into the molds.
With two small girls, we've tried numerous craft kits of many varieties. I have to say this is, so far, the best and easiest, and you get exactly the results you see on the package. I highly recommend it! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Usually a HUGE fan of anything Melissa & Doug. I am sorry to say that I am not 100% sold on these scissors. I, as the mother, can use them just fine - but a small child that is learning, they are very difficult to use, due to the fact that they are not sharp whatsoever. I appreciate that they are safe - the main reason that I bought them, but my son has a really hard time cutting them, as the paper, instead of cutting, just turns flat with the scissors as they close...which doesn't cut the paper.
It is fun if my son wants me to cut something with a wavy line with the other scissors, and we pretend an alligator is eating the paper - other than that, I wish they cut better or had a better/bigger grip area for him to get better leverage on them. Still a HUGE M&D fan...I have too many other amazing things from them not to be :P | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
The paint seemed like good quality paint. The paint seemed like good quality paint, although I haven't got a lot of experience since this was only my third time using face paint. I was a bit disappointed in the white paint. When I tried to take off the protective plastic cover it seemed to have stuck itself to the white paint underneath. I had a hard time getting it off. When I finally did pull it off it had a thick layer of paint stuck to it. So that just wasted a lot of white paint. I was painting animal faces on kids for a birthday party, and white is a colour that's in almost all the animals. So I was a little disappointed when I hit the bottom of the carton on the white and realized I was almost out. I had to be more frugal with the rest of the white. Fortunately, we didn't run out, but I'm not sure how many more faces this will paint. I didn't have a problem with any of the other plastic covers, so it may have just been a fluke thing. I managed to paint roughly 13 faces and I still have a good amount of all the other colours. The brushes are ok. There's one thicker and one thinner, but I would have preferred an even finer brush for some of the finer details. The sponges were nice. They worked better than just plain make up wedge sponges. The paint came off super easily - which I think parents appreciate. Overall, for the price, it was totally worth it for one birthday party. I just wish the white paint hadn't gotten messed up, then I could make it go a little further. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Really strong hold with metal. This stuff works really well, but be prepared to get it on your fingers if you are working with small pieces. It behaves like a superglue, so it doesn't not come off once you get it on something ... like your skin or your clothes or the table. But hey, a good bond is what you want so you put up with that.
I use this to hold together jewelry pieces and it is great for that. I've never had anything come apart that I stuck together with this stuff. I just tend to get a bunch of pieces ready to go because I know that I'm going to end up with some of this on my fingers. I've tried using gloves, but it sticks to that as well and then the gloves end up sticking to my pieces and ripping. I need to find some really good, snug, thin gloves that nothing sticks to. Until then, I'll deal with getting this on my fingers. It doesn't wash off, but it's usually gone by the next day. Eh, artists always have dirty hands.
For metal to metal, I totally recommend this stuff. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Excellent product!! Buy in Store. I have eight different Burt's Bees wax melt scents. I bought mine at Meijer. Walmart also sells them. I love candles but am very sensitive to fake/chemical scents. I give away most of the candles/melts I buy. What smells great in the store is totally different when burned/melted. These have a great fresh smell and have strong scents. (The honey is probably the weakest scent but I still enjoy it) I have my plug in warmer in the kitchen and can smell the scent from 15 feet away. It makes my kitchen & dining room smell great. They are long lasting too compared with the glade brand. (Glade also gives me a headache.) Highly Recommend this product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Decorative Packing Tape - Not Duct Tape. This is decorative packing tape! Do not buy this expecting duct tape. This is great for decorating packages. It is not great for making duct tape wallets. Duct tape is not good for decorating packages! They are used for totally different purposes.
As far as packing tape goes, it is on the thin side, but that is pretty standard for decorative packing tapes. I like to use it to tape paper labels to boxes and it works well for that purpose. It doesn't feel as sticky as some brands, but it stuck to the box just fine. I don't recommend using tape like this to seal boxes, but it does work fine for sealing and reinforcing poly mailers. This stuff is great if you have a box with old barcodes or symbols that you need to cover up, much easier and prettier than trying to cover up with a sharpie. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works great, nice finished product. Works great and just as advertised as long as you follow the directions. The manufacturer recommends you pour equal amounts of part A and B into separate containers, stir them, then mix together in a separate container and stir, after which they say to pour into a fourth container to finish mixing. I've made a few batches now and as long as you be sure to mix very well (no limp-wristed stirring) then you should be fine without pouring the mixture into a fourth container to finish mixing. Just scrape the sides and bottom of the container well, and the pot life is 45 minutes, so you won't run out of time mixing (not even close).
The finished silicone produces a semi-hard but pliable rubber. I'd compare it to the rubber that condensation-catching mats are made from, the kind that line a bartop (can't think of a better name for them), maybe just a little harder than those though. I made a few molds for concrete out of this, and while they weren't the most intricate there were still some angles in the one-part molds that I was worried could wear or break when pulling the concrete out. The silicone has been pliable enough to remove it with some force, while still snapping back to its original shape. I'm sure on a microscopic level, all the pulling will wear it out faster, but I couldn't see anything from looking closely.
If you're making a mold of something that has a few turns or twists, or strange angles, I'd recommend a two-part mold.
It will also grab detail from whatever you're making the mold from, which is both good, and also something to keep in mind as any imperfections left of the surface of your positive will also be on any reproductions made from the mold. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Homestucks! This stuff is great for face painting and is cheaper than Mehron and Ben Nye. ok so I use this for Homestuck cosplays, and I love the colour. It's perfect light grey, and I don't have to do any mixing. I bought this and a black snazaroo for Karkat (his sleepy raccoon eyes, I guess?) and I love how well it stays on. However, I've learned how to use it best by trial and error.
1. test it out before you go to the con
2. do NOT get it wet, or wear it where you'll be sweating a lot, or exposed to rain/humidity/swimming areas. It's water-based so it'll bleed off pretty quickly. Even taking a sip of water with it on, it rubs off my lips, so I always keep one of these with me at cons, to re-apply it. Use straws if you're drinking, and if you eat wearing this, you'll have to redo the lips. Unless you use lipstick instead of this on the lips, in which case, you're fine. I'm a guy so yeah, no lipstick. This works just fine.
3. When I'm applying it, I don't follow the directions on the label. If you do just a light, thin layer like it suggests, it will look washed out, streaky, and blotchy. Your fingerprints and application strokes will show. I know that's how you're supposed to do it, but I just don't like how it looks. What I do is open up the cap, let a couple droplets of water soak into it, and wait until it's kinda a thick putty (peanut butter-ish?), then I glob it on my face. Yes, I know it sounds gross. Yes, my pores can still breathe, yes it's comfortable, no it isn't itchy, no it doesn't burn my skin, yes I've left it on for 10+ hours before and have had no issues whatsoever, no it doesn't aggravate my acne. The water-based compound is easy on my skin. It feels nice on, moisturising. After I do the base grey colour, I take just a dab of black Snazaroo on my pinky finger, make it into a thick paste just the same, and splotch it beneath my eyes for Karkat's baggy eyes. No streaking, just like a light dabbing motion, till it's well-blended. I let that sit about five minutes, and then use matte finishing spray (Ben Nye Final Seal). You need this. It will help. Your makeup stays in place, doesn't look mottled, and overall helps it not run as bad or look as shiny. I don't use any powders atop that, just the finishing spray. Spritz like once or twice into the air, walk into it, wait a couple minutes, and do it again, till you go through it 2-4 times or so? In theatre we used to use hair spray to set our makeup, but I've never tried it with Snazaroo, since every water and alcohol-based makeup reacts differently to the sprays. But yeah, Ben Nye is great. If you don't use a final seal, it's not a huge deal, but it'll make the Snaz blotch, run, and show sweat more.
4. Don't use Snaz on your arms. Or your neck. Or your hands. Or your legs. It will run. You will be miserable. Your clothes will get grey all over the edges. Your con experience will be filled with grey smudges all over your priceless con purchases and group photos. You don't want that. Even expensive Mehron/Ben Nye paints will still run with heat, humidity, and time at the con. Plus you have to keep re-applying it. No matter how much you set it and re-apply it, you will have issues unless you absolutely don't touch anything. Not fun. It's fine if you're just going out for a photo op, but for a con, you want something where you can use your hands. So you can eat and drink and do other important activities. Also, bathroom breaks...yeah. Paint on your hands just isn't a good idea. I HIGHLY suggest making armsocks out of tights, fabric medium/paint, and fake nails painted yellow. There's a few awesome tutorials on Tumblr. That way you can pull them on and off, do pics, and actually grab that awesome t-shirt at the con. For limbs, don't use water, grease, or alcohol-based paints if it's an all-day con. You can but there's always that risk; even just brushing your leg on a chair might smear it. PAX is a good option for legs, as well as opaque tights. For photo ops (for less than an hour), any body paint will work fine. Anything more than that, PAX is great. It feels and looks like skin. It's a mixture of 60% Pros-Aid and 40% Liquidex paint. It is AMAZING. Anytime I cosplay Karkat, I do my neck with PAX, then my face with Snaz. The colours work great, and with the separation line just under my chin, you can't tell where the two paints blend. PAX does NOT rub off or smear on my collar. At all. Be kinda careful about humidity, though. DO shave before you use PAX; it can be ridiculous to scrub off. Best way to get PAX off is to sweat, let the bubbles bead up beneath it, and wipe off with a hot rag. SO, RECAP: Snaz for face. It is awesome. Cake it on. Ben Nye and Mehron are other good brands I've tried, and I know a few others that are like $30 per canister. But Snaz is cheap and works just fine. PAX on neck and upper arms. Arm socks for hands. You'll thank me later.
5. Snaz washes off extremely easily, just a hot, wet rag and facial wash. As long as you don't rub your face too much during the day, and as long as you're not outside sweating, however, you shouldn't have a problem with it dripping off. I've used it at Dragon*Con, where I was waiting for panels outside in the heat. As long as I didn't touch my face when I came back inside, let the AC chill it down, the makeup reset to my face perfectly. Really just trial and error. But this stuff is way cheaper than Mehron and Ben Nye, and as long as you use it well, it works just fine.
6. It goes a long way. I've been on the same grey and black containers for over a year, and have done Karkat probably 10 times. Just the face, but still. You don't need much. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Quality varies. Between my daughter and I, we have 3 pair of these scissors. However, her 4" pair became dull with just one embroidery project. It was the only pair I ordered from Amazon because I couldn't find the first pair I bought, but they are not as sharp as the first pair I bought from JoAnn's Fabrics. We also find the finger and thumb holes a bit too small. On the good side, these are a much more reasonable price than the price at JoAnn's.
Update 10/24/13 - These scissors are now exactly double the price on Amazon that I paid for the pair I bought July, 2013.<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Gingher-Embroidery-Scissors-4-Inch/dp/B000H7L65Y/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Gingher Embroidery Scissors, 4-Inch</a> Why the quality change; could these actually have been made by Fiskars? | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Woulda been nice if it were all there. Ok 1st off these pencils really are amazing quality. They glide across my work absolutely beautifully. The color pigment is impeccable and really saturates the paper which is exactly what i wanted. Unfortunately this set was lacking big time! They said i would get 48 prisma color premier pencils. What i got was multiple duplicate colors, some of which were triple of the same color! As for 12 verithin pencils- yeah try 8! I did recieve the 12 water color pencils, but come on with the duplicate colors and only 8 verithins! I was so excited for this set and im just really disappointed. Especially since the quality IS there it would have been really nice to have the entire color selection.
*UPDATE* 5/21/16
This really is a nice set so I'm updating my review bc after all this time u still use this mixed media art set and even tho mine was missing a cpl things the quality is def there even if i did happen to get a lemon. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Love, hate relationship. I have made a couple of photo books and several calendars with my Cinch. When it's good, it's very good; but when it's bad...The biggest problem I have had is with misalignment and misplacement. I couldn't figure out why I was getting misaligned holes on the long side of 8-1/2 by 11 inch paper. Then I realized that the slide that is not pulled out when you start punching that length was not pushing all the way in. It turns out that some of the punched bits of paper were stuck at the end and were causing a slight misalignment. Similarly I was having trouble pushing the paper all the way in and discovered that bits of paper were stuck at the back edge and were keeping paper from going as far into the punching mechanism as they should. This occurred even when the bin that holds the punched bits was not overly full. For this reason, I recommend keeping a good stack of scrap paper nearby and testing frequently as I used up a lot of expensive paper because of this problem. A straightened paper clip is useful for "unsticking" the Cinch.
Tips I have learned in the short time I have been using the Cinch:
1. Trust the guide on the left side and be sure your paper is lined up flush and parallel with it.
2. Make sure that the paper is pushed all the way to the back of the punching mechanism and check visually if you have any doubts.
3. Getting the wires closed takes practice. I have found it helpful to have some kind of support under the pages when closing the wires. A book of the correct depth will work. I read someone else's tip to first close the wires with the recommended diameter and then push again with a slightly smaller diameter setting. Even so, I have sometimes resorted to closing the wires further with my fingers, and I still do not always get perfectly rounded wires.
4. To avoid wasting ink as well as paper, punch your pages in advance of printing when possible.
5. Don't punch too many sheets at once, and be particularly careful with thicker paper.
6. Pay close attention to the instructions that come with your Cinch, and watch online videos if necessary.
In spite of these problems I am not sorry that I bought the Cinch, and I think that with practice and with what I have learned so far it will get easier to use. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Horrible all round. I wanted to share my experience with TwoBirch,
So initially I had found my ring, I absolutely fell in love with it. Everything I was looking for!
I Picked my ring in Rose Gold plated Sterling Silver, ForeverBrilliant Moissenite in a size 7.75. About a week later I received a Silver ring with cloudy, what seemed to be, the cheapest quality moissenite. I ordered it on Christmas day 2015, I had to return it... cant wear a silver ring on my wedding day!
I returned it on Monday January 4th, usps said they should receive it by wednesday the 7th. I hadn't heard anything so I contacted them on wednesday so find out the status, they said they may have not received it yet, which was understandable as it had only been 2 days, I then contacted them on thursday, and friday and still nothing. Finally I contacted them once again on the same day(friday night the 8th) they were able to see that the ring had reached the office but was not logged as yet and that I asked for an upgrade to 14k Rose gold and would be done at no charge. they also said that once it is logged that I should receive a confirmation in my email. Now it's monday the 11th and heard nothing and received nothing in my email but I remained patient and sent an email out and received not response. Finally Tuesday the 12th, still nothing I decided to contact them once again, they remained adamant that the ring wasn't there and they could not do anything about it. I became impatient and obviously agitated and aggressive, this is when the finally tell me they"located" ring and that I would have to pay the difference in the upgrade even after I explained that I was promised that I wouldnt have to. I finally agreed to pay the difference but I asked that the ring go into production while I send the difference through paypal. they refused to put the ring into production unless I paid the difference...even though I had already paid $500 for the previous ring, which aside from the fact that the ring was incorrect, it was defective. The person I was speaking to became short with me... HOW DO YOU THINK I FEEL AFTER SPENDING MONEY WITH TWOBIRCH, FOLLOWING MY SELF FOR A WHOLE WEEK, IN ADDITION TO THE RING BEING DEFECTIVE AND THE WRONG ONE ALL TOGETHER. they offered me a 10% discount for the inconvenience but thats it.. I told them forget it and asked for a refund... they confirmed the refund, but didn't tell me that it would take 5-10 days to go back into the account, with my wedding 4 weeks away plus 4 weeks wasted during the exchange plus another 5-10 waiting for the money to be returned to my account, as we are in our means, leaves me very little time to search for another ring elsewhere.
This is the type of experience you want to completely avoid during a time what is supposed to be joyus and exciting.
I would suggest buying your ring in person so you know exactly what you're getting.
Horrible experience... I will never purchase from TwoBirch again. I bought my Fiances ring from sarraf.com. Gorgeous ring and beautiful quality, also affordable prices, I will be going back there to get my wedding band too considering I had no luck with TwoBirch. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
1"circle punch: I am disappointed that it doesn't work with magazine or printer paper. I purchased this product to use to make bottle cap necklaces. It is the right size and it has been working well, except with magazine paper and printer paper. When trying to use the punch with magazine and printer paper it punches through all but one side which I have to tear and then cut with scissors to finish with a smooth edge, I also had a magazine page get lodged in the side of the punch and the punch get stuck in the punched position. I was able to get it unstuck but still an inconvenience to not be able to use this as I would like to.
With the lever punch handle, this punch is very easy to use, it is easy to press down and punch, a child would have no problem using this punch.
It does work for thin cardboard and also works with cardstock and with scrapbooking paper.
I am giving this product 3 stars because it is okay. It is easy to use and the right size I needed, but I am disappointed that it does not work with magazine paper or with regular printer paper. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Versatile small scissors have many uses. I know these little stork shaped scissors are meant for sewing, and they are great for that purpose. However in my household, this sharp & cute little fellow has many other uses. For myself, it replaces cuticle scissors for trimming fingernails & toenails as it cuts carefully & never gets dull. For my husband it's a great mustache clipper, which is a job that usually falls to me (better eyesight, but only slightly). At these prices it pays to have a couple on hand, as I'm always digging to find one in my cosmetics box. The gold plated one is really pretty, it also comes in pewter, and both have that pretty detailing over the bird shape. An essential tool to have in the house. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Flowers smaller than a semi-sweet chocolate chip morsel..."Small size" description? Understatement of the year. When it arrived in the mail I was a bit confused & thought at first it was an eraser. "Why would Amazon send me an eraser?" I asked myself...until I looked closer and saw this was supposed to be the fondant mold!
The size description said small, but no actual dimensions. ok.
Many reviews said things like "smaller than expected"...ok..but without knowing just what was expected, this sort of comment doesn't really help much.
So hopefully this will clarify matters....no lie, THE FLOWERS ARE SMALLER THAN A SEMI-SWEET CHOCOLATE CHIP MORSEL. (see photo of the mold next to a quarter. That brown blob on top? yup...a chocolate chip)
Haven't tried it yet.. it was supposed to be a Christmas present...now it will be a joke Christmas present. Remains to be seen if we will ever even bother trying it. With the shipping costs, it's not worth returning.
A complete waste of money. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
IF you can follow instructions, this is easy and fun. This is basic kirigami. It's a small book of basic instructions and it comes wtih some basic kirigami/origami paper on which to practice, but you can also use plain paper or even lined paper or newspaper, or advertising insert paper, as long as you trim it into a SQUARE and have a marker or pen you can use on the paper where you can see the lines to cut after folding your paper.
Basic shapes here are floral, snowflake and clouds, and you're shown how to make a christmas tree that if you glue it to parts of itself after cutting, will be three dimensional.
This is a lovely introduction to the skill.... if a person can use sharp scissors (that will cut clearly marked curves and slits, nothing parcitularly complicated-- but some are small and require a bit of practice and patience if one is young but not super skilled with scissors yet -- then this booklet is for you to use. You must follow both folding and cutting directions, but if you do, you'll be rewarded with shapes that make interesting shadows in strong light and which turn beautifully if put on a string... and which make lovely patterns when glued onto contrasting paper, either print or solid.
This book is a starting point for what can be a lifetime of imaginating stimulating lovely making.. or it can be just a crafy pastime. It's up to you what you do with what you start with. I hope it fires your imagination and sends you off to make other lovely things! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
True to description; colors better than pictured. I see that other reviewers have noted (negatively) that these are unexpectedly tiny. But when I ordered them, the description noted that they are tiny (1/4" - 1/2"). Since the description is true, and this is exactly what I was looking for in making mini-sculptures with older children, I'm pleased with this purchase.
As another reviewer noted, these are small enough to present a choking hazard for younger children. But then, so do larger pom-poms typically used for crafts. Indeed, I'd speculate that the larger poms are actually more dangerous, since a single one could completely block a child's airway! Only the largest of the large poms I keep in stock don't fit in my choking hazard test cylinder, so best to save the pom crafts for children over 3 or 4 who are no longer mouthing objects...
Other things to note: The colors are more vivid than the photo depicts and included a wide variety of primaries, secondaries, neons, and neutrals. I do wish they were available in bulk quantities larger than 500. At this size, 500 doesn't go a long way, and it is too easy to lose some to the vacuum at clean-up time. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Revised) Crazy expensive but amazing product with one fatal flaw. This stuff is really expensive and also works extremely well. I used it to repair a Microsoft Surface Arc that lost it's foot and the repair almost looks flawless. I replaced the long since lost rubber feet on a laptop as well.
The major flaw with this stuff is that it expires. I bought an 8 pack and managed to use 2 of the packets, the other 6 went in fridge because it says on the package they'll last 3x longer! Well I needed one tonight so I pulled them. They expired Nov of 2017, it's March 2018, and they're all hard as a rock and completely useless.
Absolutely don't buy this product quantity because it doesn't keep. It's really a shame because it seems like something you'd want to keep rainy day stock of. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Makes Life Easier 5. Opened the box for this and was immediately impressed with the quality. This is super sturdy and SO convenient. It really works as described. You delivered above and beyond with this one, Swingline. I don't know how I did without this... seriously.
I honestly look forward to hole punching now. I used to hate dealing with those annoying half, punched holes that I would carefully try to finish cutting off and instead end up ripping the whole paper. ARGH! So frustrating. But thankfully that's behind me now. This hole puncher is actually really easy to push down on, fits many papers, and doesn't spill paper circ-lies all over the flour. Wish I could give this a million stars. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Tools seem OK; wooden box is a cringe-worthy joke. I specifically selected X-ACTO instead of a cheap Chinese knockoff because, well, I didn't want some cheap Chinese knockoff brand. It turns out that a cheap Chinese knockoff would have been better than this mess.
Actually, the knives themselves seem OK, though I can't vouch for their quality yet - they seem adequate. I expect they will work well enough.
I only gave two stars because of the ridiculous box they come in. In the pictures it looks like a quality wooden box with fitted inserts for the knife handles and a magnetic strip to hold the blades; in fact it's a cheaply made splintery box with crummy, crookedly mounted hinges and latch, and absolute garbage fitted inserts that are just vacuum formed from thin plastic sheet.
The bottom insert holds the handles and, while it does an adequate holding job it has a cheap creaky feel and will likely crack and fall apart in a few years. Plus, it isn't actually attached to the bottom of the box, it just sits in there. Turn the box over and it will fall out. Or, try to remove a handle to use it, and the insert comes out of the box too. You wrestle the handle off the insert, then drop the insert back in the box. Great stuff....
Having the bottom insert not attached isn't that terrible, but the top insert is a different story - gravity works against you here. And not only does the top insert fall out of the lid when you open the box, but its magnetic strip is too weak and sits in too deep a recess; so when you try to stick the blades to it there's a gap between the blades and the magnet. The larger blades in particular don't stay put because of this.
So, when you open the box two things happen. The first is, the upper insert falls out of the lid and sits upside down on the bottom insert. The second is, when you lift the fallen-out insert half the blades fall off of it because of the weak magnetic strip.
So every time you open this box to use a knife, you will have to replace half the blades on the magnetic strip, then gingerly re-close the box for the next go-round. Every time.
I have a Harbor Freight (i.e. cheap Chinese) set at work that I've been using for some time, and while the Harbor Freight box is plastic instead of wood, it's engineered better than this "genuine X-ACTO" version. I will say however, the handles of the X-ACTO set are made better than the Harbor Freight versions (for example the collets in the HF are plastic, while the X-ACTO are metal). So again, the tools themselves seem adequate, and may turn out to work just fine.
I'm going to have to modify the box so I don't get a bunch of moderately sharp razor knife blades falling on my foot every time I open the box to use the tool. It would have been better to ship the tools without a box at all, rather than this cheap piece of crap. I probably would have given 4 stars, maybe 5, for that product.
So rather than buying this "genuine X-ACTO" set, I would recommend you go for the cheap Chinese knockoff instead. You'll be glad you did. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nice tool after fine tuning. I don't normally review an item until I have used it for a while but this time I want to talk about a new tool. Occasionally we buy an item because the price is one third of the nice ones knowing it will not be used on a frequent basis. We also like the feel of a fine tool and think we can tune it up with a little work. This brad driver is an excellent example of that thinking. It does have some sharp edges and rough finish which took some sanding to smooth out. With a 15 minute process one can tune up this tool to feel like one of those higher priced ones.
Now we will see how it holds up under use. Future review to come. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Finally getting to use this product. I ordered this loom to learn to weave (though I'm an adult, the "adult" version of what appears to be the exact same loom was more expensive). When I initially received the package, it was missing a couple of critical items (the 10" heddle and the directions), but I contacted the seller and they sent me the missing pieces right away.
I haven't had too much time to work with it yet, but it seems like the directions are simple to follow. The loom itself is a little small and not the sturdiest thing in the world, but I expected that, and I expect that I'll upgrade when I become more proficient with weaving. I do think I'm going to enjoy using it when I have a little more time to practice!
Summary: Good product, GREAT customer service. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I prefer a regular #11 blade. I have been stenciling for years now as a spray paint artist, and I got this "stencil knife" thinking it would be more ergonomic and helpful for stenciling, but I didn't really like the feel so much. I found that it's much more sensitive cutting tool, where your hand's minute little motions have more drastic effects. plus, its ridiculously thin and very hard to get a solid and comfortable grip on. I found it may have been a bit easier for making free-form cuts or stencils with more curved lines, but everything I cut is all very meticulously drawn out and usually very straight-lined and geometric, so I need more control and precision in a blade, since I don't like using straight edges for aid either. I dunno, maybe I'm just used to the #11 after so many years, but I have best control with those guys. plus they're usually cheaper and available everywhere. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
The Rolls Royce of Hole Punchers. If you are one of those people that think "Oh it's just a hole puncher, who cares?" then this is not the 3-hole puncher for you.
But if you are an office avenger, the purveyor of punch, in search of the one, read on and I will fill you in on a lil secret, IT'S RIGHT HERE.
Upon getting this beautiful piece of office equipment out of the box, I immediately grabbed 12 sheets of paper so I could take this sucker to the limit. It was like sliding 3 stiff rods into a barel of freshly churned butter. And the holes you ask? Not too close to the edge, and yet not too far away. Nothing worse than punching a hole too deep and hitting some of that left hand justified font I mean am I right? And the hole shape? I have a hard time beleiving the greatest geometrists in the world would be able to fathom such a perfectly round hole. Their brains would probably explode right out of their skulls.
Just take my advice, stop reading, start buying, you have finally found it.
Update: 20 minutes now and I am having trouble not punching holes in every piece of paper in the office. I even tried to punch a hole through my lunch (pizza)...Direct hit! I would leave a video review but I am missing two fingers and I don't want to freak anyone out(not an accident related to this hole puncher). | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
eye-catching colors. I am a huge huge planner addict. I have collected 10 planners over the past 10 years. One planner a year
and I can not live without my planner. One thing that makes my planners so beautiful are the beautiful washi tapes!
I ordered "SET 1" and I'm absolutely in love with my bundle of washi tapes. The tapes are beautifully designed with
great, vibrant, eye-catching colors. They are made with great quality. Not too thin, not too thick. Most of all, there
are a lot of tape in one roll. I'm very impressed! I'm looking forward to even purchasing "SET 2" !! Great use for
scrapbooking, love letters, designing notebook covers, etc. I'm very satisfied! It also came at the expected delivery
date and was safely packaged.
I purchased this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest, unbiased opinion. my opinions are 100% my own. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Cute & fun! Glue Gun, sharp scissors, parental help needed. The dolls in this series (princess, mermaid, fairy, and ballerina) are all adorable when complete. Of the three we've done (still waiting to do ballerina) this one is the most challenging. Other posters had issues with the fabric - but I used sharp sewing scissors and had absolutely NO trouble.
Tips to make this fun (not frustrating):
1. The glue in these kits is usually dried out and the double sided tape is just dumb... but if you do crafts with kids at all you will know that a less than $5 investment in a mini glue gun saves the day on many occasions. This is no exception. Toss the tape and glue that comes with and just secure things with a glue gun!
2. The directions say to just hold the cardboard pattern and cut the fabric. No way. Grab a pencil and trace all shapes first and you will save yourself a world of trouble. Again use sharp scissors and fabric cuts beautifully.
3. Fishing line for tying the legs together = no fun. Hot glue those bad boys and use the fishing line if you want to at the end - or not all (i tossed mine and it still looks cute.
Have a sense of adventure, use the directions as guidelines, let your kid make it "their way". My daughters and I have enjoyed putting these together! Project is simple (with adult help) and easy and super cute!
Difficulty level = 3 stars (my 11 &13 year old could do it on own, but not my 5 & 7 year old)
Finished product = 5 stars. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great for lefties starting to learn cutting skills. I bought these for my left-handed twins in kindergarten. They're the perfect size for small kid hands and open and close easily. The reason we bought left-handed scissors is because right-handed scissors have the blade facing away from you if they're on your left, which blocks your view of what you're cutting. The blades will also close upside down if you're using right-handed scissors on your left, which can make your paper wobbly. This can be really frustrating for kids who are just learning to cut accurately.
These are great scissors. Fiskars is the brand preferred by teachers because they're known for being high quality. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I will NEVER use a two part epoxy again. The best Adhesive hands down.
I will NEVER use a two part epoxy again! This is so much easier then trying to get the two parts to mix in proper ratio!
And so much stronger then super glue!
The things to keep in mind about this glue are:
1 It takes a while to set. IMO overnight is the best.
2 It is a bit noxious so wear a face mask and have ventilation while you use it.
3 Sometimes it likes to leak out of the tube when you set it down momentarily. So make sure to put it on a paper plate!
4 Use Gloves! Have paper towels on hand to clean up and it would be a good idea to have tooth picks to spread it into areas you need covered and also Q-Tips to help remove it from areas you don't want it to be on.
TIP: Place wax paper over your work surface when you are using this to glue two things together!
If there is any over-spill the E6000 will not stick to the wax paper as bad as it would say a paper plate or paper towel! Once its dried it should peal right off the wax paper.
A hidden advantage of E6000... its ever so slightly flexible, but not so much that you would ever notice. But if you have ever had something glued together with super glue and have it come apart you know just how easy super glue can shear and pop right apart! This does not happen with E6000. I use it for all sorts of things and I have never had them separate yet. Another application where this property comes in handy is repairing things that vibrate. I had an expensive Vornado fan break at one tension adjustments of the tilt adjustment arms. E6000 was the perfect glue for this application because its ability to be vibration proof .
If you found anything helpful in this review, I would appreciate you taking the time to click so below! Thanks! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
100% would buy again. This is a fantastic deal. We used it to seal wedding invitations. The wax isn't just normal wax like from a candle. It is more like colors mixed with hot glue. It is very difficult to cut small pieces and ended up using kitchen sheers to make chunks small enough. You will not need an entire spoon full of wax to make a perfect circle. It does take a little while to seal one envelope if you use the candles included. I suggest you buy the stand that holds the spoon of you are going to seal more than one envelope. Also, once you have sealed one you have to leave the stamp for a good 30 seconds to let it set up before you lift it off. Once you get the hang of it it is easy and looks beautiful. I will probably buy this again for Christmas letters. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I liked the sturdy little bag they came in (about like . I bought these round blank wooden pendants to try metal stamping & wood burning with. The regular price is similar to the pricing of metal I buy for stamping, so this was worth trying something different. I liked the sturdy little bag they came in (about like a pencil case), and how they weren't all uniform in size/shape. It was also convenient to have the eye hooks already attached, though I will probably be using some glue so they don't unscrew from the pendants. The wood was soft and great for my needs - stamped easily, and burned beautifully. The burning wood smelled so much nicer than usual, due to the cinnamon scent. Overall, I like them! This product was provided at a discounted price in exchange for my honest and unbiased review, which is what I have provided. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Not as good for photos, but otherwise allows for creativity. This mold is excellent in that it well supported allowing for some very even results. Resin pops right out without need for a mold release.
My only complaint is that the sizes of the molding casts are not sized for pendants unless you know exactly where to pour it to in the bigger molds, at least if you are trying to use the standard 1 1/8" brass bevels for photos from a craft store as a mounting base. This can be a boon or an annoyance depending on how much control you want over the size of your casting dome. If you are wire wrapping, making ring tops, or making a custom bevel, this is not an issue.
Diameters include: 2", 1 1/2" , 1" , 3/4", 1/2", and 3/8" | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
The artist explains the process in great detail, giving helpful hints and tips along the . I really didn't know what to expect when I ordered this kit. The artist explains the process in great detail, giving helpful hints and tips along the way. The packaging was obviously done by an artist! The tools and utensils were tied with ribbons, and the grout and adhesive came in cute little bags. This kit came with a very generous amount of broken china bits - large and small. I've since asked friends to save their broken bits for me as I will definitely create other pieces. I liked the fact that the design was strictly up to me. There was no "pattern" to follow. Very sweet little kit! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nice set of tools for the money. I received this set of leather tools in a box with other heavy items. One of the heavy things punched a hole through the box and would have been a bad day if anything had fallen out as I use these tools to make things for a small at home business. I am pleased with the leather tools and have no complaints as to the items themselves. Just the packaging left something to be desired as I feel if these had been in the mail longer something would have gotten lost. I wetted some scrap leather and used each tool to see if there where any noticeable defects in there machining. I did not notice any bugs or globs of crime or whatever coating they used over the base metal. So far with just basic use to test them they preformed as they are ment to. I have yet to make any sheaths or other leather items to tool with these, but I feel they will be up to the task. I used to buy Tandy leather tools and was never very pleased with the price of the item you got for said dollar amount. For the same price as 8 tools from Tandy I was able to get a slew of very serviceable tooling that I feel will preform when I need them to. 4 stars for the product. 2's out of 5 for less than stellar packaging. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Perfect homemade candles. I decided to start making my own beeswax candles due to horrible toxic synthetic fragrances and dyes in commercially made candles. I bought this candle wick on recommendation from a website blog on making homemade candles. Jar and wick size is critical in getting a good burning candle. My very first attempt on candle making was a huge success. This wick is perfect for my 3" diameter candle jar. The wax I use is a 50/50 mix of beeswax and coconut oil. When burning for 2-3 hrs, the candle melts and burns evenly. No hole melting down the center of the candle leaving an outside column. This wick can be cut to any length required, minimizing waste. Trimming in between burns keeps wick burning very nicely. Definitely recommend giving this wick a try. I bought in size #4 and #6. Kare & Kind Metal candle wick Sustainer Tabs will work perfectly with this braided wick, which I also bought on Amazon. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Poor Materials, Poor Manufacturing and Zero Quality Control. Rarely am I disappointed by a purchase online. This cancels all the good things I have to say about my online dealings at Amazon. (I am not hacking on Amazon... I love it, but it would be good if they could weed out stuff like this). I bought 2 of these boxes and they were both equally awful. The back edges were hardly glued at all and gave way when I opened the lid which caused the bottom edge glue joint to break. It would have been better if they had just sent me the parts and let me glue it together myself. I am in the process of repairing the boxes now. Poor materials, poor manufacturing, and quality control that is either nonexistent, poor or they could care less. I don't have enough bad things to say about this purchase. It was an Amazon Prime purchase so it arrived quickly and well packaged, I know it is not their job, but it seems that even the packaging department at Amazon should spot the terrible quality of this product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Fun but complicated. This is an inexpensive product that takes significant adult time to make cute things for kids. Origami Dinosaurs appeal to kids. The papers included in this kit make fun, cool-looking dinosaurs that my daughter likes, but the process of making them was WAY beyond her 9-year-old abilities. A skilled origami artist would probably find the instructions obvious, but I found some of them confusing. Since my daughter couldn't follow the instructions, I struggled my way through them. It took me a while, but I now make good origami T-rex's and Triceratops's. The Stegasorus and Brontosaurus were no harder than cranes, and I was able to make them easily. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Perfect for Elphaba. I used this facepaint for an Elphaba (from the musical Wicked) costume. I had tried two other brands before Snazaroo and was not very optimistic with the turnout, but I was pleasantly surprised! This is by far the best face paint I have ever used. It goes on extremely smooth. I used my fingers and you could not see a single smudge. It is very long lasting; I spent an entire school day running from class to class in this stuff. If you powder it correctly, the paint will not come off on anything you touch if you are using it on your hands. I had a microphone taped to my face and I used props and I [luckily] did not greenify anything.
~PROS~
AMAZINGTASTICALASTIC
Long lasting
Full coverage
Won't come off if you touch anything
Sweat-resistant
Easy to use
~CONS~
Need LOTS of powder
Not waterproof (You'll MELT. Heh. Okay done with the Wicked references.)
Hope I helped. 10/10 great facepaint would recommend. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Cricut users will love it. I tried it - as advertised it did not "gum up" or otherwise damage the (rather expensive) Cricut blade.
The colors in this pack were very basic, but I would guess that any other product in this particular line would function the same, there are color packs as well.
It is a pain to glue very tiny items and painful to glue very large items (as they can warp with liquid adhesives) and this self adhesive paper works well for both purposes. At $6 I think it is a reasonable price if you can buy it locally without paying shipping, worth the price if it solves a papercrafting problem for you. Scrapbookers are notoriously cheap people but I am willing to pay for an easy, elegant solution. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
First time zombie loved this kit. At first I was really worried about buying face/body paint for so cheap that has a kid on the front of the box. Felt like it was going to be really cheap and crappy but I did it anyway and I could not be happier. The array of colors is awesome and that it comes with sponges and make up brushes really takes it over the top.
I was going to a "December Halloween" party and wanted to go as a zombie. I've always wanted to play with liquid latex and so I did for the first time, but just the latex itself is nothing without the paint to make it look good and this kit was exactly what I needed.
If you are doing something like this for the first time or are just playing around and don't want to spend a ton on something you might use once a year....this is absolutely the kit you need. Feel confident in getting it.
To make it work well, run the brush/sponge/make-up dabber thingee under a little water before rubbing on the paint. Apply to body part. That's pretty much it.
I'm attaching a picture of my finished product. Remember this is my first attempt at this so if it looks cheesy, it's my inexperience more than the paint. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
So much better than the standard hole punch. the price on amazon was fantastic compared to the local stores & this particular punch is great.
it has a much longer handle, so punching is easier. the holes are also not as close to the edge as you get with a standard punch. and it also has a lock-down for the handle so you can still slide it into your drawer. the strange flip door for the punch-outs works fine. it is hard to get all of the bits out, but on the other hand - it's easier to manage than the standard rubber tray bottom that usually spills them out all over the place.
i use my hole punch frequently (for class hand-outs & such), but am not usually punching more than 10 pages at a time.
this is way better than my old hole punch! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Instructions were very easy to follow and set up was not complicated. I purchased this as a surprise for my boyfriend not knowing if he would be willing to try it. Once I received it I think he was more excited to do it than I was lol. Instructions were very easy to follow and set up was not complicated. Only problem we had was the bucket was very small and a tight fit with his large hand and my smaller one. But we managed to make it work and despite all the laughing and wiggling while waiting for it to set our hands came out absolutely perfect!!! The detail is amazing! I can not wait for it to finish drying so I can seal it!!! I will be ordering more of these for family and friends! And highly recommend the product to anyone wanting to try something fun and different! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
The experiment was cool. You put a glass filled 3/4 of the . I was teaching a science part of a VBS curriculum that called for eggs or wooden eggs. These wooden eggs so resembled anf weighed the same as real eggs, the kids asked if they were real eggs and tried cracking them on the table to make sure they weren't real. They were exactly what I needed. The experiment was cool. You put a glass filled 3/4 of the way with water. Place an aluminum pie tin on top of the glass. Then put half a paper towel tube on top of that. Finally place the egg horizontally sitting on the paper towel tube. Hit the pie plate with your hand. The egg will fall into the glass of water. The secret is not in how hard you hit the pie plate. It is the quickness. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
there are tools (no matter how simple) to do a job that are just a little bit better than "the old fashioned way. I am in my 70's. Purchasing this stylus set reminded me, once again, there are tools (no matter how simple) to do a job that are just a little bit better than "the old fashioned way." I do large scale wood burning, 3 ft. x 5 ft up to 4 ft. x 8 ft. panels. Transferring an intricate design, think 17th and 18th century copper engravings, onto the wood with the standard pencil has served my well for the last 50 years, but I suspect I have sharpened enough pencils to leave a mound of shavings behind me as large as the Pyramids.
When this set arrived I was quick to put each stylus, styli?, through its paces. Wow! Not a word I often use - if ever. The first thing noticed was the comfort level. The second was the ease with which to transfer the pattern through the paper/graphite tissue onto the wood. My fingers began reenacting the principle story line from "The Red Shoes" - without all the sweat and dying thing. However, keeping to my analogy, it was love at first sight, or, first feel in this case.
With my pencils now retired, I would have to conclude that the purchase of this set is well worth it. Now, what to do with that pile of shavings. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
What a deal. Arg my first review never got submitted so here we go again.
This is wonderful tool and a great price! Just one of the tools alone can sell for $60-80. I got mine on one of the amazon tools of the day for $95. It was a heck of a deal! I probably could have bought a couple extra and sold them off craigslist lol
Anyway here's what i bought it for:
A few months back i bought a van that was in great condition and well maintained except that it had a few hundred rust spots bubbling up on the roof. It would have cost me $1000 to have it professionally done. Because its an older vehicle we planned to drive it into the ground anyway and the exterior has minor scratches and dings anyway. I decided to use this as a learning opportunity to learn how to fix rust spots.
I first started borrowing my father-in-laws air compressor with a grinding stone to grind away all the rust spots. This works great but required driving over to my father-in-laws house to use it. After 2 weeks of that process i saw this dremmel set on sale on amazon and decided to get it. I'm not a very handy guy but i figured at the least this is something i can use in the future if it didn't work for helping me with the car body work.
It's worked great after 2 months (about 20 hours of usage)! I've really only used 2 of the 3 tools, the rotary for grinding out the rust spots and the multi max with the sanding attachment to feather the spots out and to smooth our the area after the divots have been filled in.
Each tool has saved me a lot of time having to travel to father-in-laws house and then not having ot hand sand everything.
Sure it doesn't come with a hammer, and is missing some of the attachments in the picture as another reviewer wrote but it does the job i needed it for! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
It is physically impossible to make ambidexterous scissors. Don't be fooled into thinking that these scissors are truly for left-handed kids. The handles may be molded to fit either hand but, in order to be truly left handed scissors, the blades must be reversed. It is physically impossible to make ambidexterous scissors. Hold the scissors open in front of you, with the blade pointing away from you and one handle in each hand. If the blade on top is coming from your left hand, then they are truly left-handed scissors. If it's on the right, then they simply won't cut well when used left handed. The natural cutting action of the hand will push the blades apart rather than together and the paper will slip between the blades, which is quite frustrating for a preschooler who is learning to use scissors. If you're looking for scissors for your left-handed child, I'd advise you to look elsewhere. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
You can't miss with this kit..... so useful. Super great kit with lots of fun tools for leather working... or drawing, painting, or creating other artful pieces as well... I just love this! Especially loving the rakes! Those are also fabulous for painting... and the protractor is great for sewing. Wonderful!
I am leaving this unbiased & honest review in exchange for having received this product at a discount. To be honest, had I purchased this item at full price I would have left the exact same review. I did not receive any sort of additional incentive to leave a 5 star review, as I had ALREADY RECEIVED the product at a discount in exchange for my honest review. It would not serve me or any of my fellow consumers to leave a review that is anything BUT honest. If you found my review helpful, would you be so kind as to click the box indicating that you did (under my review)? I am always striving to write reviews that are as helpful as possible for my fellow Amazonians :-) Also, if you have any other questions, please feel free to ask me and if I do receive a notification in the mail about your question, I will do my very best to give you an honest answer or help you with any questions you might have. Thanks a lot & have a great week! :-) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best transfer tape! Tips and warnings in review. TIP- RETURN YOUR USED TAPE TO LINER AND YOU CAN REUSE OVER AND OVER! Even if i forget to return it to the liner, I still get a good 3to4uses for one piece. The lines however do wear off with brandishing but still very usable! Honestly my favorite transfer tape, has guided lines to help you line up your project and doesn't leave any stickyness on your project. WARNING FOR BEGINNERS- USE THIS TAPE FOR ALL VINYL and foil EXCEPT FOR GLITTER IRON ON. I made the mistake of using strong grip vinyl tape on my first project and spent literally 8hrs trying to slowly peel it off because it was so strong that it wouldn't come off my vinyl! Then i spent hours using nail polish remover to get the stick off. A lot of people say it's expensive,but i do SO much vinyl and my first roll lasted me a good 3months(check tip about to stretch out use)Definitely worth the price to make sure your projects come out flawless!!! Heres is step by step photos of me applying a vinyl hop to my machine. SEE PICTURES- This transfer tape was used 3 times! That is why it looks a little cloudy, It wasn't returned to liner so it sat face up for over a week and still worked perfectly! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
The best product ever. This was the most amazing product i have ever used. At first i was skeptical because i really did not understand why i would need this. I had asked the seller and was provided some very helpful information on why you would you use the transfer paper. I was also provided a how to video as well. The transfer paper made my project so easy. It helped me to place a entire word on my project at a time, instead of letter by letter which is what i thought i was going to have to do. I cut the transfer paper in the size i needed, and then was able to transfer the entire lettering to the block i was designing. This cut my project time in half. I loved how the sheets where re-usable. I highly recommend this product to anyone that is working with vinyl for a project. Thank you again. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great for art or for crafting. Crafters will know that Liquitex gel mediums make a fantastic glue for heavier paper products, or situations where you need something less fluid. Artists know that it makes an excellent extender and can be used to add texture and form retention. It also makes a good resist, and works well with stencils to create raised patterns or images.
There are other brands that are good for some uses, but many of them are far more liquid and are better suited for wetter applications. This is far less likely to warp your paper, though. Professional grade mediums are more expensive than student grade, but it really can make a difference. For things that don't matter much, I still use cheapie mediums; but for things I care about, I trust Liquitex and Golden far more than other brands. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I need more ideas for acrylic projects now. WOW! I was really not expecting this thing to work, but I bought it because I was kind of desperate to make my idea of acrylic drawer dividers a reality. I originally bought a different brand cutter at the local big box store and it sucked. I couldn't get that thing to make the plastic curly shreds that youtube told me I should be getting. I tried and tried, wasted a whole sheet of acrylic from my lousy scoring and trying to snap the pieces off, then got my husband to give it a go, got pissed off and ended up on amazon to see if a different brand had better reviews. I ordered this based on the reviews and I am SOOOO glad that I did. This thing cut everything I wanted in about 20 mins. I love it. I wish I had more projects to use it for.
The noise during scoring is horrible, but I expected that from other reviews. Score lines snap off cleanly and straight. The blade is very sharp and the grip was comfortable for my hand.
I own a few Olfa rotary cutters that have held up to loads of abuse, so I guess I shouldn't be surprised that this thing was a good quality item. I like that I can retract & replace the blade, the original one I bought did not have either feature. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
These are nice gloves. The colored ones sun-bleach (e.g. red new to pink after a summer), the white ones go to dingy gray. Other gloves have better color-fast dyes.
The Pittard leather gets holely, between the gel pads, after some thousands of miles. I have had no destitching between fingers.
I think the palm pads are good, you figure out what you need. Today, with cushy tape, you may not need a glove at all. Some tapes even come with gel pads. You can get a lot nicer tan sans gloves, although your distal fingers will always end up whitey.
I'm not going to comment on Pittard real leather vs. Clarino engineered plastic faux leather. I can't get into a fight aupporting Peta against animal leather or supporting anti-Clarino anti-oil environmentalists, because nobody wins. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
This is a great machine. At first, I wasn't sure if this machine would be something I'd use much. Now that I've used it a few times, I'm so glad I purchased it. I completed a birthday card in just minutes after opening up the box. It's that simple and easy to use. The beginner's kit is the best value because of the extra products included with the machine. Of course, it's so cute you can store it on a desktop. I already own a die cutting machine, so this is perfect for enhancing those embellishments. I'm really pleased to see how much it adds to my crafts. I'll definitely be using this little embossing machine on future scrapbooking pages and other crafts. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Awesome way to patch your gear back together. I'm outdoors constantly hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, and generally getting up to trouble. As a result I tend to be rather hard on gear and have a fairly aggressive replacement cycle as things get worn out, ripped, cracked, ect.
Someone let me try this stuff after I split a down jacket open during a bushwhack. We cut a circular -ish patch and applied it and it's been better than new and survived a number of washes. I was also able to bring a Tilly hat back from the brink after all but ripping the top to shreds.
It's a bit heavy for a ten essentials kit and really needs to be paired with some sort of scissors but for all of that it's come in handy surprisingly often. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
it stays soft and workable for about 30 - 40 mins you can bake it like sculpey to get it to harden faster. This review is based on the product itself as i sent money knowing exactly what i was ordering. This review is NOT based on the fact that i ordered the wrong item (like some other reviewers)
The clay comes packaged well ships fast and has a pleasant odor. it stays soft and workable for about 30 - 40 mins you can bake it like sculpey to get it to harden faster. once cured it sands like a dream. (think car bondo) and it takes paint well. it is water soluble and can be smoothed with water wile soft and even a little bit in solid state. once hard its like stone that carves like a dream. a very enjoyable sculpting medium.
also the shipper was speedy and pleasant to buy from. (got product faster than Amazons arrival estimate.) will buy a lot more. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Favorite knife sharpener yet. This is my first ever knife sharpener of this sort. I've always bought the sharpening stones, and the steel rods. I am so upset that I haven't tried this kind of sharpener previously, as to this is so much easier! Not to mention it does the job quite quickly compared to the others. It is very comfortable and easy to hold because if the handle, it is a perfect fit for my hands.
I highly recommend this PreciSharp 3 stage knife, it's very easy to use and does an excellent sharpening job
I received this PreciSharp knife sharpener at a DISCOUNTED rate for reviewing/testing purposes, however all statements, experiences, and pictures are of my own and of my own personal unbiased opinion! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
A superior double-sided adhesive tape product. Angel Crafts " double sided tape works very well with paper products;' for example, if you are into scrapbooking or card making, it is a perfect wide adhesive strip to use. It is well protected by the cover layer, so very unlikely to dry out any time soon! I would guess it would still be a great adhesive to use after 5 years in a craft box (with lid--I live in the desert, and try to keep dust out of adhesives!). Ten years? You're on your own! It is a specialized product for me, because I usually use a narrower tape, but there are times when you really want a wider tape so you don't have to run a narrower tape several times. That would be counterproductive, and certainly more expensive. So this is my go-to wide adhesive tape. I have ordered it before, and shall again. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Our favorite craft paper. Let's face it. There are many options for construction paper out there at all price points. However, it has been my experience that you really do "get what you pay for". We have found that the Crayola brand paper has many great qualities to it that ensure we always keep some on hand.
Pros:
- Vibrant colors & great variety of color options.
- Thick paper for a variety of projects.
- Excellent price.
Cons:
There really aren't any!
We use this paper for so many different craft projects around the house with our kids. I love buying it in this large double pack so that we do not easily run out. Great for kids & adults alike. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
No instructions in its use. I'm giving this one star because it did not come with any instructions.
I am new to leathercraft and my kit did not come with an edge beveler, so I ordered this one. The bevelers are pretty self-explaining, but I have no idea what the bit with the hole in it does, or whether I am supposed to push or drag it. Or if there is a top and bottom to it... it appears to be shaped different like there is a top and bottom, but again, I don't know which way it goes into the tool.
Maybe I can find a youtube video showing one of these in use, but my initial search using "AMTION Multi-function Excavated 7- In-1 Adjustable" did not produce anything.
It would have been nice to at least have had a picture of the other bits in use, or a link to its use. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nice, simple for every day use. I'm a fan of Westcott scissors and use them daily. My personal preference for nearly all the cutting I have to do is their Titanium scissors.
This is a more budget, every day type scissor. You won't want to use them to cut fine fabric, and they won't work for intricate paper cutting. But they do a good job on the every day type cutting like cutting twine, normal paper cutting, and opening boxes.
The best cutting area on these scissors is in the middle. The tips aren't accurate enough for fine shape cutting. The scissors are reasonably sharp, and straight out of the box can cut craft felt without chewing it up as long as you stick to the middle area of the blade.
The handles work with either hand, my whole family is left handed so that's important. They are comfortable.
I love the idea of using recycled scissors, but wish they were a better at the tips. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Perplexing, but packs a punch for its size. This little glue gun is full of sass. The glue sticks are twice as long as the gun itself, which is weird because it sticks far beyond the back of the gun.
However, for its size, this hot glue gun sure packs a punch. I had this and another larger glue gun that I purchased at hobby lobby working at the same time and this was able to melt the glue far quicker and apply with greater precision than the other.
I would recommend this is you are looking to get cheap projects done quickly, and are weary of having too many tools around-- this packs away quickly and discretely. Not sure if it's ideal for sophisticated projects, because of how flimsy it is-- you can literally push the glue stick from the back forward to push hot glue out faster. That makes me a little uncomfortable, especially if i were to be working with more expensive materials and the stakes are higher.
Purchased with one day shipping and it arrived in 24h. Amazon does it again! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Saved me $75 on a new Macbook cord. I'd read about this stuff but never tried it until the power cord for my Macbook suddenly one day looked like an animal had been chewing on it -- only there are no animals here. So I used the white Sugru to fix it. Rolled some out flat and wrapped it around the damaged cord and on up to cover the edge of the little cylindrical part of the magnetic plug. Rolled the cord between my hands to sort of even it all out.
Well, that was more than a month ago, and while I hope to do a nicer-looking job next time (now that I've had some practice), this repair is excellent. It's reinforcing the whole top six inches of the cord and doesn't look half bad. Plus it saved me the $75 for a new cord. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Straightforward, fun, and good value. In terms of fun activities, it's may seem unusual to rate candle making alongside sky-diving, white-water rafting, and Settlers of Catan. Yet I found myself oddly giddy with delight watching soy flakes melt into a pot and making scented candles, and would say it ranks right up there. The kit provides everything you will need, and the instructions are clear and simple, with less fuss than an Ikea manual. The candle containers are well sized, and it's a much better way to spend an hour than flipping through Netflix looking for a mediocre movie to watch. I ended up buying some additional scents on the side, but the one that comes with the kit smells excellent too. I made one batch of uncolored candles, and one of green, and I must say the green wax was a little difficult to wash out of the pot.
All in all, a fun kit which makes a great surprise activity to do together with a significant other. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Thicker than what I get at local stores. Mod Podge is magical. There are so many different applications for it and it is wonderful for projects with my daughter (3 years old), so I was excited to be able to get a gallon of it instead of paying $8+ for small jars of it.
It does seem like this is thicker than what I usually purchase. I don't know if it's old, or if it's a little different or if it's a trick that my mind is playing on me. I considered diluting it, but decided against it. It still worked perfectly and I don't think I used more than I usually do. It was a little more difficult to mix the glitter into it evenly than usually (again, 3 year old daughter, we put glitter on everything), but by a little more I mean an extra stir or 2.
All in all, I'm very excited to have large quantities of it in the house so that we can craft whenever the mood strikes us. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nice set to learn with. I love it! A great set for my teenager who started working with clay in his High School art class and wanted to continue working on learning sculpture and technique. This set has everything he's needed, they pieces are sturdy and they come well packaged. The tools are very smooth, they are easy to hold and use and they really do make a great set for learners. I am not a professional at sculpting or working clay, but I do know my son is enjoying learning with these and has made some cute things with them that exceed what he was doing in his school art class.
If you are looking for an affordable set to learn with I'd recommend this. The seller also provides an eBook with tips for use and care which is very helpful. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
FANTASTIC. I have been using fray check for literally YEARS (as long as I can remember) and any negative reviews is completely puzzling to me because this stuff is ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!!! I have NEVER had trouble with this product, and I do mean NEVER! I have done jeans and tops and art projects; actually I could go on and on and on with all the stuff I've used with it, both washed stuff and things you don't wash but that would take a VERY lengthy page; and NEVER has it frayed or come apart! If you use enough and do BOTH sides (for a good bonding) it will do a loooong lasting, till the fabric itself has worn out to the point where you don't want it anymore and throw it away. I absolutely LOVE Fray Check and when anybody asks me what they can use for seams coming apart or fraying, I tell them FRAY CHECK!! Oh, and it WON'T for absolute sure, wash off!! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
What I payed for. I was actually encouraged most by the negative reviews. I placed this order to make 2 sheathes and 3 or 4 flint knapping pads so I was hopping for stiffer pieces more like hide. What I got was a variety of odd shaped very soft and supple pieces. Well a couple of the pieces were fine for knapping pads not so much for sheathing material though. However I was planing to order more in the future to make broadhead covers for my arrows, instead I will order in the future for my sheathing material. Overall I would definitely order from them again! I paid very little in my opinion for 2 pounds of random pieces of leather...that's exactly what I got. You just have to be flexible when ordering like this. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
A little expensive but works well. These work really well for rhinestone projects with the silhouette machine. The transfer tape I have used several times. After I get the rhinestones adhered to one project, I put it back on its original backing and use it again. I have gotten a few uses out of the same piece.
Same with the backing boards, I made a princess and a cowgirl template and left them on the backing. I can see my self reusing those again and again and since you can't size the rhinestone template anyway, I will leave them on there for future projects.
It says to put the template paper right into the silhouette without any padding or mat but I used the transfer mat that has a little bit of stick to it. If you don't, the paper slides around and gets all messed up. It is too expensive to do that and waste any so give it a little backing to hold onto.
Overall, I am pleased and excited to put rhinestones on other projects. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
EXCELLENT. For several years I've been looking for a paper punch to punch paper for a notebook I got from Oberon Designs...like a day planner only way more fancy. I have to have the paper cut for it by a print shop since I want blank heavy paper. I used to have to pay to have them drill the holes as well. No more! This paper punch is what many, many of us have been looking for. So I'm pleased to write the first review. A google search shows many people looking for the same thing. What can I say...it works perfectly. The only downside, and it's minor...is that there is no guide to show you the paper is centered top to bottom. That can be easily overcome by just being very careful or gerry rigging something to do that job. I'm making small notebooks of prayers and poems so now I can move forward without the expense of having paper punched for me. Next up...a paper cutter. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Worked great with my Amazon Basics laminator and Minc foil transfer folders. I used this with my Amazon Basics laminator to gold foil several signs for our wedding reception. My printer is an HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M477fdw. I purchased several Minc Transfer Folders to use with this foil. Although the foil DID NOT stick 100% to my laser print, it produced a kind of speckled appearance which I found quite pretty. [Difficult to see in photo since it was taken at an angle.] The text was more foiled than it was black, which made me happy. The foil that did adhere to my signs was firmly stuck and did not flake off. It really produced a glamorous element to our reception, and I was happy with the quality given that I was not using the "recommended"/"required" laminator. If I had been able to get more toner to lay down on the paper, it's possible that my results would've been better.
NOTE: I did try initially to print and foil my messages on a textured, metallic navy paper. It did NOT work AT ALL. I assume this is because the paper was textured and all the toner had sunk into the paper rather than sitting on top for the foil to adhere to. Since the paper was thicker, my laminator also may not have been strong enough to heat through it and cause the foil to adhere. LESSON: Use perfectly smooth paper! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works OK. The hole punch it came with makes a hole that's a bit too large; I tried pulling apart a piece of leather with a rivet in it and it pulled the rivet right through the hole. I bought a separate hole punch though, so not a big deal to me, but if this was the only hole punch I had I'd be concerned. Otherwise, the rivets work fine, 1/4" is quite small. I am using them to reinforce pack straps, so I don't care what they look like, I've mostly been using a large pair of pliers to pinch them together vs using a hammer and the anvil. But the anvil is handy for rivets in places where you can't reach with the pliers. These did not come in the plastic box, as pictured. Not a show stopper for me, but just sayin. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I like the patterns and the blues and tans. I like the patterns and the blues and tans. The paper is much thinner than DCWV cardstock, however, and the ones I've used are a matte finish. I would not use this as a card base, for instance, it's simply not thick enough and would bend much too easily. Also, this paper will tear if you're trying to reposition your pieces that have adhesive that you've stuck together so it's much less forgiving than papers with a more glossy finish or even Bazzill.
On the other hand, these are great masculine papers. I made the most beautiful and elegant masculine/gender neutral papers using these (with some other papers from my stash). And these were only 3 or 4 of the papers from the pad, there are still a bunch of other designs I've not had a chance to use yet. So in general I think I prefer DCWV papers as I mostly don't need double sided and I like the thicker papers for my cards, this stack/pad is a great addition to my craft stash. There are sooooo many pretty and floral/feminine papers out there that it's much harder to find masculine/elegant papers. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good price point. Nice molds for the expenditure. I have several of this type of mold. If it were easier to remove the liner, I would have given 5 stars. I have used these a number of times, but I have started having difficulty with the sides of the liners drooping toward the middle of the mold. This usually is not much of a problem if I am using a full recipe of soap, but if I am trying out a smaller batch for color or scent tests, the bars can come out in odd shapes. Soap always gels properly in this mold! No problem with partially gelled (oddly colored) bars.
You would think that with the wider edges around the top liner it would be easier to release the liner from the mold. Maybe I should drill a hole or two in the bottom to keep any vacuum due to temperature variances? | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Pro Stick and i have a great bond. ...lol..!! . I use many, many products such as this textile adhesive spray while sewing and embroidering different projects. I could not wait to try this Pro Stick Textile Spray Adhesive because of one key thing that this product boasts...right on front. .."Won't Gum up Needles!" Now you may not think that is a big deal, but to us who sew and embroider-that is a HUGE deal! !! Plus when your needle gets gummed up, your machine gets gummed up, and your fabric gets gummed up, and possible your project gets ruined. Ugh!!! I always do a test strip in a piece of fabric I am going to use. This adhesive sprayed out evenly onto the fabric. The bond was very good and held very nicely. I was able to readjust while the adhesive was still tacky. It stays tacky a little longer than I like, but not a deciding point for me. I took 1 star off because I do not love the fume that comes with this product. You want to make sure you use in a well-ventilated area and with a protective cover overy the area around where you are spaying. ..(I like to spray in a box so the sides protect) . When the adhesive dries it does not feel hard nor does it give off a smell. :-)...that is a huge plus to me! It also washes very nicely. I would recommend this spray adhesive and will continue to use it because it stays well and does not gum my needless up. ..thank you Pro Stick :-) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good Value. I always have a "theme" to my Christmas gift wraps & this year it was the popular chalkboard look. This is heavy paper and you get a HUGE wide roll & believe the other reviewers when they say it's HEAVY. There were 2 issues: one was I had to use double stick tape becasue it just looked bad with regular tape and the other was finding the right chalk-like markers to use. Don't get one that says "not for porous chalkboards". I guess the paper is porous enough that it absorbed the ink and left a mere shadow of the design. If you find the right one, though it's a great fun way to use it. I also used it for a table runner and let folks write on it which they enjoyed. It added a bit of unexpected fun for adults. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Will Not Work On Plastic. Gorilla Glue Minis Size: 1Pack, Model: 5000502, by Tools & Hardware.
The Gorilla Glue Company makes many different glues, in different colors and container sizes. The one I am reviewing is the 0.11 oz. (741B) size of the original brown colored Gorilla Glue. Buying this size will give you a chance to try it out without worrying about it drying out before use. This glue will dry out in the bottle, so I do not recommend buying larger bottle sizes, unless the glue will be used in the near future. For most of us, we use a little glue, and put the bottle away until needed the next time. This glue is interesting, in that you wet the surfaces, add a thin layer of glue, and clamp the surfaces together for 1-2 hours. In the meantime, the glue will expand and turn into a hard foam. After application, any exposed expanded glue may be peeled away or squashed back down a bit while it is drying, so that the repair is not so noticeable. This stuff will eventually dry as hard as a rock. Overall, I would give this glue an Amazon rating of four and a half stars, rounded off to five stars, as Amazon requires ratings to be in whole numbers.
Note: This glue will not stick to plastics very well, so for that, I use the old style Testors Cement For Plastic Models, No. 3512, 7/8 fl. oz. (25.8mL) (UPC Code: 0 75611 35120 9), and yes, it may be hard to find, as kids used to get high (and sick) from sniffing the fumes from it in a paper bag. Most model cements nowadays are safer to use, but do not stick as well. The old stuff would literally melt the plastic pieces being glued together. At this point, I am beyond putting together plastic models, but I find that the Testors glue is one of the best for plastics, and today, just about everything is made from one type of plastic or another.
Ships from and sold by Didi VIP Outlet.
2014 The Gorilla Glue Co., 4550 Red Bank Expy, Cincinnati, OH 45227; phone: 1.800.966.3458; web: gorillatough.com; Made in USA. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Fun Embossing folder that you can use for any celebration type card. This is a really fun embossing folder that is so perfect for birthdays or many other occasions. If you use white core cardstock...it looks great when you sand it with some standard sanding paper... after you emboss it, to give the images a little pop. You can also ink up the embossing folder before you put your paper in (A brayer works best for this, but you can also use a sponge....be sure to wipe off any ink that goes in bigger blank spots that you don't want ink) and then run it through your embossing machine (Like a big shot or cuttlebug). You can also use a multi colored stamp to give it a more colorful look...or use different inks in different places to give it a fun colorful effect. This is such a great set because you can use it for a graduation or a Christmas or any other type of celebration you may come across, including any holiday. There is so much you can do with this embossing folder that I am sure it will quickly become one of my favorite embossing folders for any and all holidays and celebration. This is an embossing folder that I would highly recommend, especially if you do alot of cards for family and / or friends. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
these work great for lefties too. it seems like most pairs of scissors i use are "ergonomically designed" to sit comfortably in your hand while you're cutting away. this is a good thing...if you're right-handed. we lefties pick up those scissors and, within about 30 minutes of use, have a few raw and blistered areas around our thumbs or pinkies. the alternative is a simple, universal-style scissors that will work in either hand. while this is an improvement for southpaws, we still have another issue to deal with. scissors that are cheap or even just a bit flimsy have the tendency to not cut when used with the left hand. the lateral force created by lefties when closing the scissors forces the two cutting edges away from each other, and you end up with the paper folding between the two blades, rather than being cut cleanly. this is usually not an issue with more expensive scissors. enter these scotch ultra edge scissors!
these scissors are, quite simply, the best general-use scissors i've ever used. they are very sturdy, very sharp, and very smooth to operate. best part about them--they work great for lefties! their padded finger loops make them very comfortable in either hand. for the left-handed population, these scissors are everything we've hoped for since kindergarten!
we picked up this 3-pack because it seems as though you can never find the pair of scissors you're looking for when you need them. the price is comparable to buying three higher-quality sets separately. i didn't think i would ever spend $15 on scissors, but i'm very happy i did! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
GORGEOUS!! ELEGANT!! EXQUISITE. I was very hesitate to purchase this product, being the first, without any reviews to read. I was also hesitate because it was priced at $21. However the gold/black/cream colors drew me in so I hoped it would be a very nice product . . .
This very much exceeded my expectations!! Gorgeous paper!! Elegant!! Exquisite!!! Thick printed card-stock with a glossy/mirror/gold-foil finish, only 1 side designed, opposite side is blank white. I put my caliper on it and the thickness is 1/64" (or 64 pages = 1 inch). So in this paper pack you get about 1/2 inch of paper (36 pages).
I highly recommend this product!
EDIT: OCTOBER 28, 2016: I NOW HAVE PURCHASED A TOTAL OF 5 OF THESE STACKS. THEY REALLY ARE AMAZING!! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works great. Took me a couple of practice trys. But this worked really great. Once you understand you have to mirror your image and understand its a cold peel. I think people given bad reviews don't know how the product works. I made like 8 work shirts and after many washes still holding up very well. Ok ready. Grab a sheet look at it. The side with all the tiny dots that goes up. The other side is the backing. When cutting the htv you will have to mirror your image. Once the image is done, cut ur image off the sheet and set it aside. Now weed out what ever you cut like any other vinyl. Now the piece that was up now goes down on the fabric. Now using an iron set on high and using a sec piece of fabric I used an old shirt. Apply heat for 30 to 40 sec . Now let cool. Remember it's a cold peel. After cooling peel off the backing and ur done. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
WARNING: NOT a Circular Punch or a Stand-Alone Unit. This is NOT a circle punch and is a REFILL for the starter "system" which is purchased separately at a ridiculously high price as well. I got a "deal" on this because I'm sure someone else did what I did and didn't realize it was not a stand alone unit and returned the unit to Amazon. For me, it costs more to return it than I paid for the item so I'm stuck with it. NOTE: When used with the separately purchased starter unit it punches out a circular shaped "window" and leaves you with a circle with three holes in it so if you buy it to use the circles, as I did, you're out of luck. This is the first time I've ever purchased anything from Amazon that I've been disappointed. I wish I'd read the reviews first but I thought a "punch" was simple enough...WRONG! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
cuts like room temperature butter. This is my second Gingher product and I am hooked. I received <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Gingher-4-1-2-Inch-Thread-Snip/dp/B001VB8PWW/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Gingher 4-1/2-Inch Thread Snip</a> as a gift and they were amazingly sharp and well balanced in my hands. I stuck with the brand and purchased these shears and find them equally satisfying. These Italian made scissors beat any 'made in china' scissors I've ever used for cutting fabrics.
In terms of size, these are a good fit and length for my small hands but a larger pair might be better if you have larger hands. That said, these are smallish but sturdy. I can cut through 4 layers of linen without any trouble. The lifetime warranty is nice to have as long as no fools try and use it to cut paper. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
PERFECT PERFECT PERFECT!! BUY BUY BUY SOAP MAKING. So we have a winner!!
1 mold holds 16oz exactly of OILS
I used this for CP Soap, I worked at room temp and I worked at 130 both were fine.
Need a flat pan or hard box under neath to bang out air bubbles, otherwise great!
Makes for a NICE sharp edge on the bars. If you do not leave your soap in the mold long enough or did not water discount for a harder bar, or depending on your recipe. If your edges did not come out smooth you didn't do something right. As mine did....
Two of these are enough for me makes 12 bars! For a newbie to soap making this will do.
Fits into the palm of my hand nicely for a Guest bar or shower bar! I don't always like my bar to be bigger than my hand in the shower. I hope this helps. Its a good size basically, not to big, not too small. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Too thin with wrinkle problem for beginners. This paper in these packages is very thin. Almost liike tracing paper thickness. The paper does not take ink well. The paper wrinkles very badly. I purchased this for a relative who was just starting out with calligraphy and I thought the problem was perhaps in part because of lack of experience but this week I went to an art supply where they had similar rice paper however it was considerably thicker and did not wrinkle when ink was applied. The product from the Art supply was similarly priced though there were a few less sheets so I don't think the price was an influencing factor. I would recommend some other brand of paper. Unfortunately it seems paper weight information is not included with most rice paper. Perhaps a more experienced person can provide better information. We will use this paper but not as originally anticipated. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Disappointed Customer. I received my Snazaroo started kit today and my excitement soon turned to disappointment when I opened the packaging and found that the black paint was all over the inside of the container. The cover had somehow gotten lose from the base of the paint and in shipping the paint shifted in the container, spilling all over the other sealed paints, the packs with brushes, sponges, the booklet and the container with the glitters.
It that wasn't bad enough, there was several cracks along one side of the container, just around the latching mechanism.
I desperately need my paints and kit this Saturday for a major family day, to which I will be face painting.
The only great thing is that snazaroo does exactly as it says, clean up was a breeze. If I figure out how to upload the pictures I took, it will be attached, if not. I'll try until I can, so that this would not happen to another customer.
Ps. anyone knowing how to, please let me know. thanks
Happy, but also displeased customer | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Half didn't work. I bought these because I want to use them to decorate small white trees to place at my wedding reception venue. The garland itself is quite pretty when lit up, and I ordered 5 boxes. But when they came, 2 strings didn't work! I looked on the site and the information on returns ins vague...I contacted the seller, and they were no help. They told me to contact the manufacturer, Martha Stewart Celebrations...so I tried to find their contact info, but no luck. So I decided to suck it up and order two more strings, this time from a different seller on Amazon. When they arrived, one string didn't work. I'm giving up, and I'm less than impressed. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
NOT WHAT IS SHOWN. WORTH MAYBE $25. I'm hoping no stars is an option... this is the only completely unacceptable way to sell something. As something else. This is essentially a designer harness as shown and is delivered without the beautiful quality and durable metal fixtures as shown and the most inexpensive double sided latch not the same size shape color or function... I paid for the quality shown and you are making a profit giving us a lesser quality with a different angle for a handle which isn't even an actual handle as the $50 harness you show available. One star it is... wish the average wouldn't reflect any positive reviews as this negates all the legitimacy you may have had... sad mistake to try and profit from. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Really Works. Finally, something that works to repair my leather furniture. I have a 'composite' leather (pressed leather pieces like plywood is constructed) and the coloring had worn off in spots. I tried many different things to hide the ugly spots but nothing worked. This took some practice in order to get the color right and now I can't even tell where it was repaired. The great thing is that, if you don't like the results, it will rub right off so you can easily try again. It has been on for only a few weeks so I cannot comment on the durability.
UPDATE Oct 31, 2015: Unfortunately, all of the color has rubbed off probably because it was in a highly used area. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
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