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Great value, could be a little smoother though. As a new weaver I don't have a lot of experience with the various implements of the craft, but the ridiculous prices being charged by names like Schacht and Ashford for stick shuttles, especially the longer ones, drove me to research Amazon for more reasonable pricing. These are basically just thin sticks with notches at either end, after all. A&S gives good value for the money, and in my shipment I received two extra 9" shuttles for a total of five 18" and four free 9" sizes. Since they only advertise two free 9" I was very pleasantly surprised. They're good quality, could be a tad smoother in a few places but the occasional rough spot is easily remedied with a few swipes with a piece of fine sandpaper. You also get a very nice coupon in each shipment for future orders. I'll definitely be buying from this vendor again. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Absolutely love! Check them over when they arrive as they scratch very easily. Second time they shipped this particular item. It arrived quickly and without any damage. But be careful as this scratch board is very soft and easily scratched, even a fingernail can scratch off the black. They are not always as careful as they need to be, either when shipping it or quality control before shipping it out, as I have received several with scratch marks or ones that are bent. They are so much fun to do and once framed make a great piece of art that easily looks like it was purchased. I have purchased several of these and as long as it arrives in good condition I love them and will keep purchasing them! Also because I could never find the measurements they are approximately 11.25"x16" Picture is of a different one as I'm still working on my Egypt one, but it gives you a good idea of what they look like when finished. *Be careful on the New York design because the words are not in the correct order. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Worth Every Penny. My discovery of these scissors was interesting. I had read of them, but had not come across anyone stocking the professional line. I had just ordered a number of Gingher scissors - 12 inch, 8 inch, and 8 inch serrated shears, two pairs of 5 inch shears, appliqu scissors, and a couple pairs of their thread nips. Before they came in, I was in an industrial sewing shop and they had Kai scissors. My God! As good as Ginghers are - and they can be quite good - I think there is no comparison. The Kai scissors I purchased handle and cut like no other scissors I have owned. Of the Gingher order, I wound up keeping the 12 inch and 8 inch serrated shears and everything else went back. I subsequently ordered a number of Kai 5000 series scissors to replace the smaller Ginghers I returned. I bought 4 and 5 inch scissors of varying configurations for fine work as well as 5 and 6 inch general-purpose scissors and a few specialty items. While they are not built to the same level as the 7000 series professional line, they are very good indeed - and still better than the corresponding Ginghers, in my opinion.
I hadn't intended this to be quite the Gingher commentary that it appears to be, but it was unusual to be evaluating so many types of scissors across the two lines at one time. Mind you, get a good pair of Ginghers and you will be quite happy with them. When my order came in, however, only those I kept were in pristine functional and cosmetic condition. The rest had small rust spots starting or looseness at the joint that I could not correct immediately. The Kai scissors arrived in perfect condition ... every last one of them.
Highly recommended and worth every penny.
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If kings used wax seals, it's good enough for me. I've always thought it was neat when I saw characters in movies using a wax seal on a letter, so as a kid I tried it myself....using crayons (as I'm sure some of you have, haha). Needless to say, it's not nearly the same thing. As an adult (by age only) and seeing Tywin Lannister (R.I.P.) on Game Of Thrones recently using a wax seal, that "sealed" (see what I did there?) the deal for me and I knew I had to have a kit like this.
It looks just like the picture shows, and you can pick what stamp you want. I'll admit, I don't use the tea candles or the spoon that comes with the kit, I just use a small butane ligther to melt the wax and it works perfectly. I can't imagine fussing with the candles and spoon makes things any easier and that's the only reason I give this three stars--everything else in the kit is awesome, I think the candles just aren't necessary.
I did a few practice stamps at first just to get an idea how much wax was needed and how long to leave the stamp sitting in the hot wax before removing it. I've seen other kits/comments mention a releasing agent to help prevent the stamp from sticking to the wax but I haven't had any problems with that. I leave my stamp in the wax until it pretty much completely cools and wiggle it ever so slightly side to side when I pull it away and I haven't had any problems with it not coming off cleanly.
As far as how much use you get from one wax stick, I've done about 10 stampings with the red wax (the red is my favorite) and have about half a stick left.
If you're thinking about this kit, I don't think you'll be dissapointed.
If you're like me, you're now looking at fancy paper and pens to write some pretty cool letters.
Want to really bring a smile to someone's face? Sit down, write a letter with a pen (no keyboard required), and put a wax seal on it. Instant coolness. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Perfect for Mock Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. I ordered these scissors for a school event I was running. We had our whole school (private girls high school) join together in an activity to create a virtual community / city. Everyone had to have an active roll in the community and present something tangible to show for it (ie. architect showed a blueprint of city, real estate agent had a listing of all houses sold and how much they sold for, dance studio made a dance and singer songwriter composed a song for the occasion)... At the end of the night long program, we had a sit down meal as official ribbon cutting ceremony. We couldn't afford $200 real scissors on our budget, but these were just perfect :-) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Not like Fimo PUPPIN. I was wanting a product Fimo use to make called Puppin. And was hoping this PROFESSIONAL DOLL MAKING CLAY was the same, only updated packaging, etc. NO, it is not... I am not sure what type of doll making this clay is designed for, suspect using molds. For me, this clay is not stiff enough, however, for someone who wants this consistency of polymer clay, I am sure it would great... but if you are searching for a clay that holds miniature, fine details while you continue to work around it adding other details, it is just not up to par, for me, that is.. my hands are too warm so it softens up quickly, if I touch a previously made detail by accident, it is wiped out and frustrating... the one thing I have found is that the clay can be carved and sanded after baking and get some of the finer detail in, but not as much as I like. And this color in particular I will give 5 stars to in regards to holding its color... I forgot I had a piece in the oven when my great grandson was here and we went outside, 2+ hours later, I came in and realized it had been baking a LONG TIME and expected to have a BURNT piece.. but it was not burnt at all, so that is great! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
This is one of the Best Mold Making products I've ever used! Professional Scuptor. I've always used liquid latex for mold making, but since my friend Heather introduced me to this product, I really like it. The only thing is that the mold is a bit sticky after it sets. But the positive thing is, you don't need to pre lubricate the mold before using it with paper clay or polymer clay. I did powder the molds however for a larger piece and that worked very well for easier release since the original had many undercuts.
I've already re-ordered this product for my next projects. I highly recommend it. It's perfect for use on Wood, Glass, Metal, Ceramics, and more. I've been sculpting for over 30 years and really like this product for molding. It is especially awesome for those who work in the Miniature field. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
pays for itself. The 2 inch binding is what is used on all the nicer blankets. All you need to make your own is this, some material and a iron. You are guaranteed getting the exact color you are looking for. It is not impossible to make your own but this little gadget gives you a professional finish with straight razor sharp edges. It is not meant for the heavy fleece, or corduroy. It did handle the canvas I have been using on some diaper bags and totes. I have been using it to make some closure tabs and covers for cording on handles. While visiting, my granddaughters got into the pond and made quite a mess of themselves. While their mom was bathing them I grabbed a sheet from the linen closet and had 2 sundresses made before they got out of the tub. When their clothes came out of the dryer they said they would rather wear the dresses I made. I have the one inch also. It is useful for the purpose it is intended. The two inch seems to have so many more uses. I have been looking for this for many years. Thank you Amazon for always having what I need. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
It is incredibky easy to use for "simple" stuff. I have used this to make a road in a miniature garden by shaping the road ad thrn pushing the tiny cobblestones into the Apoxie. (It is a VERY tiny garden, made in an old Dutch Oven pot, about 1:64 scale.) I am making the waterfall outlet in a slightly larger mini garden with little "steps" down it to make it more interesting. I have several other ideas for using this clay both in miniature gardens and around the home. It is incredibky easy to use for "simple" stuff. I am not an artist, so I do keep my projects small for now, but I have already purchased a second pound of Apoxie Sculpt here on Amazon. Apoxie isn't a product that sets so fast you feel rushed and so, trying to work fast, you make mistakes. Yet, when it is set 24 hours later, it really is as hard as they say it is. The only thing I don't have time for is to do all of the projectsI have in mind some of which will now incorporate Apoxie. Try it. You'll love it! It kind of opens up a new set of options for many projects and tasks. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Fun until that day you realize it's not that attractive and it's really expensive. My friends are starting to tease me about my use of Sugru. I think it might have had something to do with their marketing campaign where people suggest tips and show innovative uses. It's like play dough in that you can mix colors (blue and yellow make green). Their videos show how you can make artful flowers on a cup that double as furniture protection but I have no patience for that.
I started like most, using it on my macbook magnetic plug and made it too long so it became a weight that pulled the plug from the computer. so I had to redo that. I made a little hook on the inside of my computer cabinet to keep the cord from dropping on the floor. I've secured a coat rack on a door so it no longer rattles. I tried to make the iPad stand on the wall made of hooks but that failed miserably, and I took a phone cradle where the cordless phones recharge from, and "Sugrued" it to the top of my monitor so I can see who's calling and which brings up the point - it's a little expensive.
Several things I wish they would improve:
1. I don't like that i have to use scissors to open a pack. They are never around when I need to glue something. So it seems that they could create a "tear notch" on the foil packages.
2. You don't get a lot of Sugru in one package. They made this cool stuff that dries to rubberized silicone -- can't they come up with an air tight container that keeps larger amounts fresh for longer periods of time? I'm sure they're working on it but it's becoming expensive to explore my possibilities.
3. Some of the fun ideas they show (like turning an old camera into a smash proof toy camera) would cost close to $100 dollars to repeat, probably more. That's an argument to tone down the price or find a way to get us more for less.
4. There isn't a lot of explanation about thick or thin regarding how we use it. Especially for repair. If you are using it to repair a pipe, I suspect it's way more expensive than a sealer.
So it comes down to Price and Practicality. They want to market it as playful and they have fun colors to work with, but there is a good chance when you see the small amount you get in a piece of foil, that you'll limit yourself to practical repairs. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Sufficient, but unwiedly trying to prevent yarn from occupying space on arc + 1 instruction missing. Yes, both of these do make pom poms. However, the directions need a tech writer's assistance, as one step is entirely missing. Additionally, one must somehow use a finger on the non-dominant hand to systain a space in the middle of the arc where absolutely no yarn can exist or the unit might break (?!?!) Since the hat I made used 3 colors of yarn. I wound those 3 colors three times together on the large pom pom maker. I don't think I could have wound a 4th time, but really wanted to. These units are sufficient. I've read reviews on other cheaply built chinese units with absolutely lousy instructions or no instructions and decided against those. Why pay for trouble, when you know it's coming? Just wish Clover, which tends to charge more than other companies for their sewing accessories, would add the step that's missing (think it should be where Step 3 or 4 should be). | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Clover and Monogram Heart Crafts with my Girls. My daughters just love painting and making little art creations. From framed art and cards, to necklaces and dollhouses, these two love the idea of creating-and I'm okay with that, too. Originally I ordered these hearts thinking I could use them for my middle daughter's class Valentines (we are a little nuts and do all kinds of stuff for the kid's classes on pretty much every possible holiday). However, given the size, my original plan was not working out as I had hoped. I wanted to monogram lettering onto the painted hearts, which we tried to do...and actually, if I had a better stamp pad, it probably would have come out much nicer than it did.
Nonetheless, we enjoyed painting them and trying out little designs-one of our favorites were the "clovers," and the "butterflies" were popular, too!
You may be able to drive a small nail through these if you wanted to thread up some lettering to spell something out across a jar, box, or display of some type (think tags for Xmas or other gifts). I think that would turn out cute.
The hearts are very small and thin though, so I would take care not to break them. Anyhow, they were lots of fun and the girls love them!
I received these hearts for free to test out and review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Fantastic seller. Several days after my order arrived I received an email stating the seller had refunded me $4 for shipping. I did not ask for a return nor did I inquire about any problems, I was not charged more for shipping than I had already agreed to pay. However they took it upon themselves to credit money back to me as I had purchased two items and they were able to combine the shipping. Thats another level of fantastic customer service when you don't even have to ask for it.
The sticks work well once you learn how to use them and the only time they aren't a crisp white seems to be when the wick starts to melt into the wax a bit but learning to cut the wick down as you go isn't difficult. They do take a little bit to light up at first and start melting but once you do the first one you can knock out a bunch really quickly. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Flimsy Anti-Ergonomic Piece of Junk. This product is a piece of junk. The key flaw---which Logan doesn't mention on their site---is that it's made of FLIMSY GRAY PLASTIC that's textured and shaded to look liike metal. Ten years ago Logan's cutters were solid metal and you could count on them. This flimsy 701-1 cutter works okay on, like thick printer paper, and even on a lightweight mat board. But it you try to use it on heavier mounting board, the frikkin gray thingie at the bottom BENDS and the cutter skips.
I might also mention that the "ergonomic" design of this goodie is exactly backwards That is, you have to push FORWARD to hold the blade in the down position while you are pulling BACKWARDS to drag the cutter along your Logan guiderail.
I really can't understand why an established company like Logan would market a junky product like this. It LOOKS like a cutter, but really it isn't. It's a flimsy toy, a comlete ripoff. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great stuff, very flexible to use. Update (09/16/2016): I love this stuff. I've fixed all sorts of small things with it. Even made some replacement nose pads for my reading glasses. While it's not itself an adhesive ... this stuff can be used for just about anything.
So far I really like it. Heated the water to 150 degrees F, put the pellets in, waited 2 minutes, and it was very malleable. My concern was that it would not be strong enough or might be too brittle. It cools down quite fast so you have a short amount of time to get the goo in to place before it's no longer malleable.
The first use was on the corners of a steel shelf that I put my generator on. I used vehicle trim to cover the sharp edges and Thermomorph to cap the corners and ends. I thought I would have to glue or epoxy the Thermomorph in place but it's very snug. They aren't moveable at all. I used food coloring at first but it was a little messy for me. A Sharpie did the trick though.
The nice thing is that this stuff seems very strong but isn't brittle at all. The first photo is the shelf with no trim. The second one is a closer picture of one of the corners where I used Thermomorph. Also, it is indeed reusable. Food coloring will partially (mostly) come out in the water on subsequent uses. And if you have a large piece of it then it will take longer to soften the entire thing. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good office type scissors. Same design as the Non-Stick Titanium Orange handled 8" Fiskars without the Non-Stick Coat. Good office type scissors. Giving this a 3 rating because the color and depiction in the picture is wrong. The scissors are still a 5 rating.
Color is grey, not pale green as shown in the picture, and grey is actually accurately described in the product description - not reading close enough that day. The word "Office" is not printed on the blade of these scissors.
Though what was received is still a very good price for Fiskars scissors, this is a link very close to the actual scissors received. https://www.amazon.com/Fiskars-01-004250J-Gray-Performance-Scissors/dp/B01LWUK9EJ/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1522180180&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=Fiskars+01-004250J+8%22+Gray+Performance+Bent+Scissors | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Has Its Benefits [3.5 Stars. Pros:
* Lightweight
* Easy to use/slices through light & medium stock
* Crisp cut outs (no frayed edges or chads)
* Can use other cartridges, see note below
* The punch cartridge is hefty--feels like you're holding serious quality in your hands
Cons:
* Has a considerable footprint--about 8.5"x17.5", which leads to the next con
* The handle latch doesn't secure when not in use, which would allow it to be stored on its side (all of my smaller punches do this which allows for easier storage)
* The handle feels a bit flimsy
* Requires more effort on heavier stock and the changes of frayed edges increases
* Alignment of next place to punch can be sketchy when sliding the punch across (eyeballing it gets easier, though)
* Doesn't have a tray to catch the punched pieces and they can get everywhere (I'm using to punching over a bowl...impossible to do with this)
* The cartridge is sizable and if you collect a large number storage could be bothersome
* Purchasing additional punch cartridges can be spendy
* The cartridges are proprietary, meaning if the AdvantEdge were to break (looking at that flimsy-ish handle), you'll either have a bunch of useless punches or need to purchase a whole new AdvantEdge
Overall, I do enjoy this border punch but it could just use a few tweaks to make it even better.
NOTE: If you have some handheld Fiskars interchangeable punches, you can use them with this (it includes an adapter), but this wasn't all that useful to me since most of my individual punches are EK Success--but I did have one Fiskars to test and the adapter worked. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
This stuff is magic. This stuff is almost too good to be true. We bought a home a few months back. The owner had used "Quakehold museum putty" (some very gummy sticky-tack) at the bottom of there art and photos to secure some art to the wall. When the photos were removed, the gum-like residue was left - and picking at it was useless. I thought I would have to scrape it off and spackle away. They I saw the reviews on this. I had to give it a try for a little less than six bucks.
I applied a little of the adhesive remover, let it sit for the 20-30 seconds the label recommends, then scraped with the lid. I could feel it loosening. So I scraped off what I could and reapplied. For some of the more stubborn areas (more adhesive), it took three applications. For others, it only took one application and wiping. With the paper towel I held underneath to catch the excess, I wiped the adhesive one last time.
It worked like a charm! A few days later there is no discoloration of the paint and there is no residue.
And, I have about 90% of the bottle left! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good quality polymer clay that works exactly as advertised. Bought this because of SugarCharmShop's favorable review of it. Has helped sculpting small figures and objects become a fun pastime. It is definitely firmer than some cheaper polymer clays but I also find this helps it hold tiny details better. Fimo has never cracked or burnt in the oven for me either.
Liquitex acrylic paint sticks well to the baked product. Like others I have also observed that allowing the clay to bake for 10-30 minutes instead of just the 10 minutes listed on the package and letting it cool slowly by not taking it off the pan right away helps it obtain a better final hardness. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good for paper but bad for.... everything else. Nothing special to see here really just a pair of scissors that can scissor through stuff. But not all stuff, some stuff is impenetrable to these scissors. I thought by "precision" they meant "sharp" but these scissors are only good for cutting paper and not much else. I don't work in an office so I don't really cut much paper. I bought them mostly for cutting various fabric and some light construction work. They fail in this regard. I need something better than this for sure. If you need to cut paper then buy these scissors but if you need to cut absolutely anything else you need something sharper, stronger, and more durable than these flimsy scissors. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Got this for a KOTR cosplay and it's AMAZING! I was originally sent the wrong color. Got this for a KOTR cosplay and it's AMAZING! I was originally sent the wrong color, but they exchanged it for free and I recieved the replacement 3 days after I emailed them! I was worried at first, because it was supposed to go on top of another color that I realized too late was oil based, and with Snazaroo being water based I was afraid that they wouldn't mesh well together, but it worked perfectly! Super easy to put on (and I was painting on a pretty complicated design) and once I set it all with powder it didn't budge all day! The color was great too, I didn't even have to apply multiple coats like I thought I would. Seriously, this stuff is amazing for a long day of cosplaying. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
REQUIRES ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL TO WORK PER INSTRUCTIONS. Description on Amazon says: "Makes quick repairs to outdoor gear in the field; just peel and stick." Maybe so, and that is why I bought this product, emergency field repairs. I was disappointed on opening the package when I read the instructions. The first step is "Clean damaged area with isopropyl alcohol" (not included). Sometimes I do carry a few alcohol wipes with me, but I doubt they'd be suitable to do any sort of decent cleaning of dirty gear. And, sometimes I don't carry them . . . . It would be nice if the seller would put this information out up front, instead of claiming it's suitable for field repairs then letting the consumer find out additional gear is needed. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great poster hangers. I purchased 3 sets of these wooden poster hangers, a 12" set (for 13" poster) and two 6" sets (for 6" posters). They are perfect, exactly what I wanted, high quality and look great. Each set has 4 pieces of wood, 2 pieces for the top, and 2 for the bottom, that are held together by small, but strong, magnets which makes changing out posters easy, without damaging the poster. They are made from sturdy cherry pieces of wood with small circles beveled out where the magnets are set for a flush finish. The cord hanger is removable, so if you would like a different color, it is easy to exchange.
I had looked everywhere for white ones in the sizes I needed, but they were either cheap looking plastic or the wrong sizes. So, after much debate, I finally decided to order these and paint them white when I got them. I hated to paint over the beautiful cherry wood, but it worked like a charm! I also replaced the hanging cord to better coordinate with my daughter's room color scheme.
Quick shipping with great packaging. I would definitely buy these again! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I have used these for years & love them: they are affordable, comfortable, high-performance, durable &stay sharp for a long time. I have used this particular Scotch Precision Scissors for years now, and I like it over most others I have used. This is Scotch's entry-level-performance scissors. They are built to withstand heavy and frequent usage.
Here are the individual reasons I like these scissors...
---Ergonomics--From an ergonomic standpoint, they are comfortable thanks to a rubberized grip a molded handle which fits the human hand really well. The actual act of cutting is easier and I feel these reduce fatigue compared to value-brand scissors.
---Performance--From a performance perspective, these use high-quality stainless steel blades, which are finished to a razor sharp & almost flawless grind from the factory. The blades hold their edge for a very long time, and are easy to sharpen if you have the right equipment. These cut all different kinds of materials with a very, very clean cut.
---Value--From an economic standpoint, these are a lot more affordable than Scotch's $25 flagship titanium scissors, but still give flagship performance.
---Upkeep--From a maintenance perspective, these can be easily taken apart and cleaned if they get gunked up, plus this makes these very easy to sharpen. The lifetime warranty is also an added plus.
So overall, I absolutely love these scissors and feel they are a better design than others that are more comfortable to use, and will last a longer time. And given they can be had for about 6 bucks, I feel these are not just high-performance, but also a good value. If you want a pair of really good scissors without breaking the bank, this is a great choice! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
There are some things that need to be fixed, but it's a quality paint. So my experience with face paints used at home hasn't been great. The ones that you get at Target, Walmart, etc barely show up on the skin, and I'm not about to pay the price to get the face paints that professionals use. I was pleasantly surprised by this. The paint went on great, actually showed up and covered the skin - even white! It washed off with no problems. And I loved that there were so many colors to choose from. Make sure you read the directions, one or two drops per color is all that is needed!
Now the cons. It should come with a couple of brushes, or at least one! And the film over the paints - arg!! What a tedious mess, my fingers were covered in paint when I was done. You are supposed to save them and cover them back up, which at home was fine - my counter was covered with little paint covered plastic discs. However, if you brought this to a park, etc and didn't do this beforehand... Needless to say I think the company needs to figure out how to package the paint without the discs. I didn't think that the qty of each paint was that much, so we will have to see just how long this lasts.
Normally I would rate this a 2 to 3-star because of the things I didn't like but...it is a quality paint and ultimately that is what I was looking for! I think the makers need to tweak a few things, and if they do they'll have a solid product.
I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for my honest opinion. This is how I rate the products I review:
5 star - exceeds my expectations, and I would purchase again.
4 star - meets my expectations, but I am not tied to the product
3 star - may be a good product, but there was something I didn't like and wouldn't purchase again
2 star - fell quite short of my expectations
1 star - hated it | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
EK Success scallop punch. Hi there, This product is fantastic. I have been a card maker for many years, due to the popularity of people using punches, i thought i would give it a try. Believe me i couldn't be happier. These EK punches are great, they look and feel solid and have a decent weight to them. The quality of the cut is crisp and neat every time, I felt fine with my die cutting machine shapes, (which i regularly had to neaten up due to rough edges) This punch never fails me. I would recommend them to any card crafter, It gives your work a professional finish, and is brilliant for layering to make tags. Ideal for light to medium weight card stock. They can also be sharpened easily by cutting foil with them. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great Silicone Putty. This is a great mold-making putty. To make a mold, you must mix equal portions of the two parts. It's okay if it is a little bit off. When combined, the putty will start to harden so make sure your object is ready. I like to use a ball of putty as big as the object I am molding. Don't worry if you are taking a while scooping out the chunks of putty to make it even. The putty will not dry if the two colors are not combined yet. When you start mixing them, it will feel very oily. Make sure you work fast. Once the putty if mixed, flatten it and insert the obeject, making sure the details are covered. If you have a very detailed object, take a bit of putty and smash it on to the detailed area, until the whole thing is covered in a thin layer. Then, put some more putty over the entire thing. After 20 to 25 minutes, you can slide your object out. I like to wait a few minutes longer before I use the mold. I use my molds for polymer clay, but you can also use it for soap, resin, etc, although I haven't tried these. After putting my polymer clay in, I put it in the freezer for 10 minutes so it can pop it out. It comes out very easily. I would recommend this product for anyone who wants to try making a flexible mold. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Rancid, Sour smell. Upon opening, a sour, rancid smell came out of the bag. I've been getting horrible plastic smelling beeswax from various Amazon sellers for the last 2 weeks so this rancid, sour smell is new to me. I'm so sick and tired of all these trial and error purchase just to find non-stinky white beeswax pellets.
I dropped a teaspoon of beeswax into boiling hot water (a test to check for impurities I read from a CERES and USDA certified apiary blog). The pellets melted almost immediately but GEEZ, that sour smell was so much stronger when melted. The wax stayed on top of the water but I watched some tiny black spots settled to the bottom. I'm going to play it safe and not use this since impurities exist. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
This fit the bill for what I needed. I purchased this stencil so I would be able to write the names of my deceased animals on their "headstones". I've never stenciled before so I can't comment on the thickness of this stencil, though the plastic is pretty thin. It took some practice but I was able to do what I wanted to do with it. I don't see this template holding up over the years but I don't see myself needing it too often, hopefully my last two cats will live long lives, lol. My suggestion would be to tape the stencil down onto whatever you want stenciled...the whimsical parts of the lettering easily pop up unless you're careful. I had more paint on my hands than I did on the headstones!!
NOTE: This is an identical review I posted for the bigger sized whimsical lettering stencil, I was just too lazy to write another review. The quality is the same for the two items, is by the same company, and is sold by the same vendor. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Slightly better odds of a clean cut than haphazardly throwing a bottle against a wall. The ads and the videos for this device make it look deceptively easy to use. It is not. First of all, it is nearly impossible to turn a bottle inside it and have the cut land where you started. I followed the instructions EXACTLY as explained in both the video and the letter. Maybe 1 cut out of 50 will actually end up at the starting point, or close enough to be useful. So, pretty much the same as random chance. Then, if you DO get a perfect cut, your odds are still about 1 in 10 that the hot-cold cycle will cause it to break like it does in the video. EVEN THEN, there is no guarantee that it will follow the score line the way it should. In 31 attempts, I got only one where the score line was perfect. A few others were <1mm away, so I thought I would try to save those. The one with the perfect score line was the only one that broke off as shown in the video, and it STILL did not break off cleanly, with one side having a deep cut that went into the picture, rendering the bottle useless.
I can only imagine that the people in the video are professional glass workers who have had years of practice and could cut a bottle perfectly in their sleep with an old wedding ring. What saved this from being a one-star review is that the device was, as far as I can tell, functioning as intended. If you are a professional glass worker and want to save some time, this will probably help you. If you are not already skilled in such arts, this device will not help you turn your old beer bottles into glasses, as the description and videos imply. That "bait and switch" tactic is why only two stars. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Needed modification to be hung on the wall (described within. I recently purchased this rack to help me organize my threads spools and bobbins. The rack is well made and not flimsy. No dowels came out after about 6 months of active use. It helps me organize my threads in a nice neat way. It can hold thread spools of different sizes, and I can also fit two bobbins on each dowel. Note that the dowels are too short to hold the large spools.
The reason I am not rating it 5 stars is that I wanted to hang it on the wall and it did not have any hardware that made it possible. I tried putting on my own hardware eyes on it, but it was impossible. You can not put the rack down flat because you would break the thread dowels. I wound up hanging it by making loops with a cord, which I hung on the hangers attached to the wall, but it looks ugly. It would have been so easy to add loops at the factory just give the consumer an option of how to use it. I was a bit annoyed that they did not think of this.
Other than that it is an excellent rack. The quality of construction is better than the other thread racks I have tried in the past. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Sightly different than Popsicle Sticks, but GREAT for crafts. After seeing some super cute Christmas diy projects on Pinterest, I decided to attempt making a snowflake out of Popsicle sticks. Looking on Amazon, I found these: Woodsies Jumbo Craft Sticks. I was thrilled that they came in a bulk amount of 300 pieces, since I wasn't sure how many I would need. This is what I found:
-I haven't found any craft sticks cracked or broken. They aren't quick to break (unless you're trying to break them, obviously).
-They're well sanded, so no slivers sharp enough to get under the skin.
-They all seem to be uniform (same length, width). They are made out of wood, so of course they have slight differences in coloring (some visible knots) and grain.
-They are a bit wider and thinner than a regular popsicle stick (hence the name "Jumbo").
-Most are slightly dished (as I tried to show with attached picture). This didn't make much of a difference in my craft project, as I glued them together in such a way that they fit together well.
-I wouldn't recommend for heavy duty uses, but they work great for crafts, labeling, waxing, etc.
-The price is quite reasonable for these, especially for the quantity you receive. I would definitely buy them again! My project turned out great (and, just so you know, a hot glue gun works great with these craft sticks). | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
was in a quandary- the leg on my daughter's FAVORITE doll was starting to fall off. I was in a quandary- the leg on my daughter's FAVORITE doll was starting to fall off! (This is her comfort object, take everywhere with her, can't sleep or leave the house without it toy.) It is a doll with soft body and vinal legs arms and head, and the fabric was fraying where the legs met the body. I tried some no-fray glue type product, but it didn't slow the fraying. So, I bought this, and it seems to be the perfect solution! I wrapped the doll's leg-joint with this tape, and then put ribbon over that. If this tape can hold up to fixing a carry it everywhere doll, I'm sure it will hold hems just as securely! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
DONT WASTE TIME OR MONEY. I really want to love this. In spite of many of the negative reviews, I still ordered it. This paper whole puncher appears to be well built, until you actually pick it up and hold it LOL its very hard to get the clamp to not lock. It locked up on every single sample page I tried. But the most annoying thing ever, the aligning is not right. I read the online instructions. I understood what they were trying to say regarding the different page sizes. I was trying to cut for my A5 personal. Did exactly what I was supposed to do, even tried it a couple different ways that were not indicated To no avail. If the stupid thing wouldnt lock every time you clamped down, and oh you know actually have correct alignment has the potential for being a great product! Too bad not a lot of companies care about quality control these days before they put out their products. Im so disappointed, I was trying to be very optimistic. But this really is just a waste of money. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Missed the mark, IMHO. While this is a great idea, it is executed poorly. I explain: I use X-actos all day in the sign business, so I know what works and what doesn't. I will start with cons as they are necessary for a stipulation on the pros.
Cons:
1) It is important to note that I get the blades that I can order from my suppliers, granted they are never X-acto brand but... MANY manufactures of no. 11 blades don't fit in the holder. There is a small part of the blade that goes outside of the width of the "tang" of the blade (part that goes in the holder.) The opening on the knife is ONLY the width of the tang, so any bigger and you cant close it without forcing it, which damages it.
2) The holder is crap. The switch that slides the knife out does not stayed latched where it needs to be to work with the knife. Makes it frustrating.
3) A continuation of 2: The construction feels cheap, the latch is shotty, overall not a good execution. Would have been better if it were made a bit more rugged, with an aluminum outer case perhaps with a switch that works. It would cost more, of course, but I would pay it.
Pros:
It is cool to have a knife you can close, if you can find a blade that fits and the latch works for you. Can anyone ever keep up with those clear caps!? NO. How about some color guys! But I digress; if you don't used it all day like I do, and buy only xacto blades, it is a cool idea, just needs to be better.
TO XACT-O PEOPLE: Call me, I have a design that will work better. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I purchased my favorite wines and went to dig for a bag and . I have a huge stash of gift bags, I typically stock up after the holidays when they go on sale, Well the other day my friends and I decided to do a wine exchange for the holidays. I purchased my favorite wines and went to dig for a bag and found that I had no wine bags. I seen these and thought I would give them a try, they are a classic brown paper bag (which seems to be "in" right now), nice sturdy handles, and the bottom is also thick and well glued ( so no fear when carrying an expensive bottle of wine), very easy to dress up and customize or leave the way it is. You honestly cannot beat the value of these bags. They are definitely well made and the price is right!
I received this product free in return for my honest and unbiased opinion. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Marvy Embossing Heat Tool by Uchida Desolders SMT Electronic Components From PCB. I bought a Marvy Embossing Heat Tool by Uchida from my local Goodwill store. The unit was new, had never been used and was in the original box with all the original papers and the power cord still had the wire tie on it. Upon taking it home, I tested it on a few test subjects. When I saw how much heat it produced, I thought it might useful to desolder SMT electronic components from PCBs. So, to test it I picked a PCB from a Fuji industrial laser printer that I knew would be a good test; heavy, thick, multi-layered PCB with lots of internal ground plane. I proceeded to preheat the bottom of the PCB, then I placed the PCB on a 3" thick heat resistant foam block. To my surprise, this tool produced adequate heat, with a capacity to make it suitable to desolder components which were soldered in place with lead-free solder. And, it did it without damaging the board or any components. The box claims it produces 650F. However, I believe it must produce a higher temperature to be useful on such a PCB. My only complaint is that it has no cool down feature where the fan continues to operate, without producing heat. The lack of such a feature will likely limit its useful lifetime by an order of magnitude. But, I can't really complain when I got it brand new for $3.99! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Company made an order error; product was awful. First, I was not sent the product I ordered, but by the time I realized it (it sat unopened in the craft room), it was too late to return it. I was sent "Best Crafts 'Premium' Transfer Tape" transfer tape that was not clear, which is useless to me. It had the UPC sticker for the "Best Crafts Clear Transfer Paper" over the top of the old UPC sticker. Since I was in a pinch when I opened it, I used a 12x12 inch piece on a vinyl project to adhere vinyl to a metal sign. This is not my first rodeo with vinyl; I have literally done hundreds of similar projects and was not expecting any problem. However, the tape would NOT release from the vinyl. The tack is way too high for vinyl and I am not sure what kind of application it could possibly be useful for. When it did come off, it left a layer of horrible, sticky glue and ripped paper on the top of my vinyl. The whole project had to be peeled up and reapplied later using the appropriate transfer tape, costing me a sheet of vinyl as well as the roll of transfer tape I am having to throw out. I am ordering from a different company on my next go-around. Would not recommend this company or the product they sent. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Pretty, but not very sticky. I got this to mark our iPad, iPhone, and iPod device cables and charger boxes. Every time we vacation with friends or have extended visitors, we're always trying to figure out whose cords are whose. And my kids swear when a charger dies that it was "his" charger that died, not "mine". I wanted to wrap something pretty (and small) around the box and ends of the cable (each family member got to pick which tape color/design they wanted to represent them) so each person could better keep track of their own boxes/cables, but this tape is not very sticky. The tape around the cords came off by days end. But I guess I'm not using it as intended. The tape did stay on the boxes well. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I love this soap. I love this soap, i typically buy melt and pour soap from the craft store but they don't carry an all natural option. It came in 2 perfectly packed 1lb each blocks. I cut a small amount off and tested it before melting it down and using additives. My hands were so soft and I was truely impressed. I then melted it all down, added bentonite clay, ground oats and some therapeutic essential oils and poured it into 8 4oz soap molds. They turned out perfect. My ONLY complaint, and the reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5, is the price point. This is double the price of what it should be, and what bulk sites sell it for. Amazon is an amazing site and I use it probably every day, but if you want to get the best prices on soap making materials this is not the place. Try brambleberry and bulk apothecary. They have plenty of all natural options (same ingredients as this soap) the more you buy the lower the price per lb. I would definitely use this brand again if I found it for half the price. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Filled Serious Chip in Fireclay Sink Perfectly. I've just used this product to repair a big chip in a fireclay sink. This was a big chip - 2 or 3 cms long on the front edge of the sink. After kneading the Milliput for a little more than 5 minutes - as instructed- I worked it into the chip, first on the vertical edge, then into the top of the chip. I used water and a plastic putty knife to smooth it to fit perfectly on the top and the vertical face. Then, I used my fingers (in tightly fitting plastic gloves) and water to smooth the rounded edge. It was extremely easy to get a perfect profile.
The Milliput is absolutely stark white. My sink, which is white, is not quite the same bright white. This is not a complaint - I am delighted to have this serious chip repaired so easily and I hope the color will blend in better with time. But, be aware that the color of white, may not match wherever you put it.
I will update this review in a couple of months, when I've had a chance to see how the repair holds up. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great for a beginner. This was my 1st box of clay but I have found it easy to work with and have made several hand thrown pottery items with it.
Update over a year later: I still find it is easy to work with and a very good price. It's so wet it's almost impossible to throw tall with it without a lot of wedging 1st. Also, I do have some crazing going on sometimes with certain pieces since I only fire to cone 6. The majority of the work comes out very nice. I'm thinking the crazing is only on my thick pieces....kind of one of those things that will drive you crazy...hearing pinging but can't figure out exactly which one.....haha I'm just a hobby potter so it's okay. (Notice I said with my thick pieces :)) I like the buff a little better now but it seems a little stiff for me sometimes but I just add a little water and it turns out just fine by the next day. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
So Many More Uses than you would think. I have this lace version of Scotch Duct Tape in addition to the leopard and zebra AND the gold tape rolls. All are getting used, even though no project in mind when I purchased. I just knew it would come in handy.
The Lace tape doesn't stick to the surface as heavily so is even easier to use, but all of them remove without a problem.
I used the lace tape on the backdrop of a Lang wooden wall calendar frame. For the first time since I've owned this (15 years) I've been able to slide in a non-Lang calendar and it appears with a border instead of the wooden backboard. I know that I could have slid in black paper and served the purpose -- but it would be a piecemeal job as the paper wouldn't be the right size! I still buy a Lang cat calendar for my other frame, but this black frame needs a black and white photo calendar in my office and the duct tape backdrop is perfect. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Damaged on arrival. I purchased two of these for a prototype bb-8 robot I'm testing (the one from the new Star Wars movie that rolls around). Despite each of the hemispheres being shipped in separate large (2x 12.5"x14.25"x9.25") boxes, they BOTH came with significant visible markings and indentations on the outer surface. They are still functional for an outer shell of the robot, but the surface marks will make a quality replica paint job impossible. It is worth noting that after ordering these, I found the same item at a Jo-Anne Craft store in perfect condition (the damage is the fault of the seller/shipper, not a necessary consequence of a fragile material). I might have tried to return & replace one of the hemispheres if this was an isolated issue, but since both of the ones I ordered were damaged, I'm not sure that perfect condition versions of this product are even available here. Be warned-- if you need a perfect outer surface for a craft project, these will not suffice. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
blends in well with deep dark brown/espresso brown pleather. used on a storage chest that was fake leather and at the foot of my bed... chest stores some extra blankets, but is mostly used by my dog to get on bed... needless to say her nails did a number on the chest after a few years... this tape mixed well with the chest... not saying it looks great, if you get close you can tell it is a tape repair ....but looks better than holes that had broken thru the top. worried more about her snagging her foot or hurting her foot to get on bed... added some padding were the hole had formed (cheap wash cloths from dollar store ) and then taped over... so blends in but mostly for safety for my dog... if it extends life of my chest/dog step for a year or two I'm happy. plus have more tape left. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best Tape Available. I use ALOT of camo duct tape & found out the hard way that it's by far the best to simply pay 1-3 bucks more per roll for THIS kind, than any other brand. It lasts a LONG time anyway, so the cost is minimal. And you might even use LESS of this great kind than the other kinds, since this type sticks & stays. You'll never have to re-apply as you will with cheaper stuff. Also, with the cheaper stuff, if you accidently drop a piece & get dirt on it, then you might as well start over with a fresh piece. This kind will work right thru that, no problem at all. Here is the perfect example of when it pays to go ahead & buy name-brand, even if it's a bit more expensive. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
A Great Kit for a few afternoons of fun. I took a little class in Suminagashi and really enjoyed the process and the results. I wanted to try it at home, so I ordered this kit. It completely met my expectations!
I was able to create simple designs in a variety of colors. It's a reasonably-priced kit, certainly not artist quality, but the performance and intensity of color were just fine.
I pre-cut some different types of paper to fit square invitation envelopes and then trimmed the edges with fancy scissors. Voila! Instant notecards. You can also cut larger pieces of paper into strips and make bookmarks -- punch a hole and add a pretty ribbon and you'll have attractive bookmarks to give to your book group!
You will not create breath-taking pieces with this, but you will while away a few hours on a rainy afternoon. Cleaning up is a piece of cake, too. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nice Solid Pair of Scissors. I don't do a lot of fabric cutting, but when I do I want to use a scissors that is solely devoted to cutting fabric. I have been using a pair of scissors that were my mother's, but they are dulling with time, so when I saw this pair, I immediately thought of using them to replace Mom's shears.
These scissors have a nice, sharp cut, sadly without the satisfying "snick" of Mom's all-steel shears, but crisp nonetheless. The fabric cut is smooth. I find the handles very comfortable and the lime green/white color stands out for easy identification. The scissors also have a screw so you can adjust the "tension" of the blades.
Since I just have begun using these scissors, there is no way for me to judge their lifetime use. However, the blades appear sharp and sturdy. They will work well for what I will use them for, and cost considerably less than the fabric scissors I have considered in stores that sell sewing supplies. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Expensive for how much you get, bu does act like regular glitter iron-on transfers. I was able to make a beautiful shirt for my niece with this iron on transfer. It actually works better than the non-glitter stuff for Cricut, but there are a couple of drawbacks. One...obviously it gets glitter on your ironing surfaces. That can't really be helped. But also, using the iron to transfer lettering onto a shirt exactly as I had with non-glitter iron-on sheets, a couple of the letters over-heated and became a little distorted. Also, first wash, we lost a lot of the glitter, though the shirt retained enough to still look glittery. Ultimately, I think most of my little grips would happen with any glitter transfer, but it would take getting rid of some of them to get a five star for this product. It is very expensive for relatively little paper...so I had hoped for a little more. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
athletic and in good shape. I wanted to punch a bunch and . This punch cuts out a cute little cedar sprig. But it takes super-human strength to push it down. I am young, athletic and in good shape. I wanted to punch a bunch and make a little wreath for the front of a stamped greeting card. After barely getting enough to make one card I was done. My hand hurt. Mind you I often make 20 of a card. I use Stampin' Up! punches all the time. This is nothing like the Stampin' Up punch. Not easy to use. Not ergonomic. I will not buy this brand again. Super sad and disappointed... Two stars was purely because the shape is noce and it does actually punch that shape if you are He-man. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Excellent, Heavy Duty Sewing Scissors. <div id="video-block-R1SKS2S4NFKH47" class="a-section a-spacing-small a-spacing-top-mini video-block"></div><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/C1-KOLY2hJS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/815KpYNHMFS.png" class="video-slate-img-url"> Highlights of my Video Review:
1. Has that classic look and feel of heavy duty sewing scissors - even has that familiar "snip snip" sound.
2. Very sharp straight out of the box - very clean and accurate cuts
3. Comfortable and ergonomic shape - fits in my hand very comfortably
4. Easy to take apart for cleaning, adjusting and sharpening
5. Perfect, simple yet durable and effective design.
Excellent product - very well made. Must-have for the sewing enthusiast!!
I received a free product in order to provide my fair and honest review. If there are any questions, please feel free to leave me comments below and I will do my best to answer them. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I liked this glue gun but it got very hot and . I liked this glue gun but it got very hot and the gun stopped pushing the sticks through it in the first use. Nice for basic use and I liked that it had a on/off switch on it, but it just wasn't well made.
Update: I received an email from their customer service team recently and they offered to send me a replacement. I am happy to say that the replacement was much better and I must have gotten an bad gun in the first shipment (which is a shame). The new gun works great and I haven't had the problem with the feeding of the glue sticks since receiving the replacement. Customer service was also top notch, they were more than willing to help solve my problem. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Five stars if they start making them in USA. I would pay more. Very nice scissors. I would buy them again. High quality in every way. There may be better little scissors out there but the difference is going to be very subtle. They don't hurt my fingers to use them. May be better balanced than plastic handled.
I had two pairs of the plastic 4 inch Fiskars and they worked great. That was twelve years ago. We moved a few times and lost them both. Finally I can't stand it any more and want something easier to use than my Swiss Army knife.
These are nicer and less money than the plastic handled ones.
What is the down side ? Well mine are made in Mexico and not the USA. Are they ever made in the USA ? I don't know. The Mexicans did a nice job on these scissors.
What else can I say ? It chapped me that when I put two of them in my cart the postage doubled. These are tiny scissors. Two pair could ship for three or four dollars. The shipping alone for two through the supplier was going to be billed at eleven dollars or more ! ! ! ! I didn't order two pair. Who knows, maybe they would have been more reasonable at the other end. I would recommend calling them to see what they can do. I wasn't entirely sure I would like the forged metal handles. I do like them just fine.
UPDATE 9-8-13
Pleasant Surprise !
I have been watching the price and they dropped significantly so I bought the second set I wanted for my work shop.
Looking at both pairs with magnification the quality seems to have increased in every way on this latest product : the polish and finish is better, the pivot is more robust and they seem to cut paper a tiny bit easier though both are fine.
The Mexico label has gone away but it had no indication on them as to where they are made, Must have read my previous review.
Bottom line is I am happy and still recommend these and all the more since the quality has gone up. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
If only the packaging were as good as the tools. The hobby knives and most of the other tools are great but the packaging is not so good. The cheap plastic in the wooden container leaves a lot to be desired. It was already broken when I received it. Once you remove the plastic wrap that covered the tools the were glued to the lid, there was nothing to hold the plastic into the lid short of gluing the plastic to the lid. Since it was broken by the weight of the tools that were shipped in the plastic within the lid, I had not yet decided if I could repair the plastic before I tried to glue it to the lid. I should have opted for one of the basic kits. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Wood burning is truly cathartic - I recommend this to everyone. Wood burning is truly cathartic - I recommend this to everyone! The only reason why this receives a 4 star review is because now that i've started wood-burning, I realize that some of the things in this Deluxe kit aren't necessary. It would have been cheaper to just buy the wood burning tool separately and spent the extra money on actual accessories.
For example: this kit includes four colored pencils. I don't know about you, but I have a ton of colored pencils at home and don't need 6 new ones. Also, the patterns that are included with the kit aren't my style. They are more stereotypical wood burning scenes (ducks, flowers, etc.) and not fun modern designs that I would want to have in my home.
Overall though, this is a good starter kit and would make a great gift. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Messy. Product does work, but best work with it on something you can use to get the feel of how it works before you actually try using it for real. My husband first tried using it on a large tear, which was our first mistake. The product is as runny as water and does not have any adhesive qualities at all, at first. It absolutely does not feel any different than if you saturated both edges with water, except that the liquid is white or grayish. After saturating the patch and the edges of the tear and trying without success to get them to stick together he gave up and left them laying on the workplace that he had set up to do the project. Later we both went out to see check things out and try to figure what we were doing wrong. We found the pieces solidly glued to each other and to the cardboard that he had used as a buffer. Due to the large number of tears we gave up using this product, because the product took so long to dry and stick and we had a 30ft camper cover to repair. If you had a small area you wanted to patch and just wet both patch and edges of tear and was able to let it set, the product might be okay. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good for back-to-school backpacks. We have a back-to-school drive here at work each year, and I usually buy these to put in each backpack. It's a good set of kids' scissors. Smaller size for smaller hands. Rounded edges so no one jabs their neighbor. Good for rightys or leftys. Remember when you were a kid and you had to use different scissors if you were left-handed? We had these old steel scissors with either red or green rubber coating on the handles. We mostly had the red ones because they were for the rightys. But god help you if you were left-handed like me - you had to seek out one of the few green-handled scissors, and pray they worked. They were usually old and bent up. Well, worry no more, kids of today! I will save you with the Scotch soft touch scissors!! You're welcome!!! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Garbage after 1 use. The cap broke from the flimsy plastic strip the first time I tried to use it.
I then colored it red with a sharpie so I wouldn't lose since it was clear plastic.
The size of the metal tip is comparable to a paper clip(see photo)
If the glue you are using is thin enough to squeeze through a hollowed out paper clip, then this product might prove functional.
Personally I use Aleenes original and it took some effort to squeeze out.
When I went to use it a few days later it would not allow any glue to pass.
The metal rod just pulls right out of the lid to the container so I used a thin gauge wire to try to clean it out. Mind you even a paper clip will not fit inside the rods opening. The metal rod is also very delicate metal(Grasping it with pliers was enough to form a kink)Long story short this product is a fail. I am disappointed because the idea of having such a product as they described it as being would have been a well needed, efficient and much used addition to my paper crafting supplies. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Exactly what it says it is. I am not sure what I was expecting with this punch but it didn't really wow me or disappoint me. I have a few problems punching through some materials, but overall it is exactly what a single hole punch would be. I paid way too much for it (around $7 I think) and probably could have gotten this much cheaper if I had shopped around. I have used it for a lot of different projects so it was worth getting but I didn't necessarily need to stick to the craft brand. If I could do it over I would have probably found a cheaper one. Although, purple is my favorite color so that earns some points with me, too! (The handles are color coded based on the design of the punch, just an FYI.) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
GREAT KIT. I've been wanting a wax seal kit for awhile I just needed the right one. My first and last name start with S so this is perfect. The border and crown are lovely especially for a woman(but not gender exclusive). The box look like a small bible it's dark brown and dense closed only by a ribbon. The spoon is silver and very sturdy the two small candles are a decent size to do what they are placed in this kit for. The wax candles don't have wicks so you must cut them and use the spoon. The gold is a deep yellow gold and swirly the silver is a bright metal silver swirly as well and the red is a dark Crimson completely matte(solid) no swirly or sheen at all. The stamp itself had a heavy handle and deeply embossed and gold. Easy to hold, carry and use. Update: I used it for the first time today and it was perfect! I cut a small piece of all three put it in the spoon and melted it. If it starts to boil/bubble then it's too hot move spoon upward away from the flame it doesn't have to sit on top of the flame to melt. When chunks are melted remove spoon from fire allow the bubbling to stop before pouring otherwise you'll mess up the stamp itll be sticky and smudged. Pour in the middle first then go around the edges to create a perfect circle. Let sit for 5 seconds then gentle place your seal stamp in the center of the circle. I just set it down and let it stay for a full minute. Then for the first time I applied pressure when taking it off I grabbed the handle pushed it all the way down and then pulled it straight up and this is what I got. By the way when you mix the red with the gold and silver it looks magenta. But on its own looks like a true dark red. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
NICE BLACK BELT. I bought the belt through seller Coco Fed Inc. I liked the belt so much that I bought two more through the same seller a month later as gifts to my daughter and sister still waiting on that order. It takes a while to get them, the last two i bought on (November 4 )haven't arrived and it's now( December 11) the belt has a soft shine to it,(NOT OVER THE TOP SHINY).I LOVE THE BELT A LOT AND THEY MAKE ANY DRESS SHIRT LOOK NICE.NOW THE MAGIC QUESTION HOW DO THEY FIT,WELL IF YOUR WAIST IS UP TO A 36 NO MORE THAN THAT YOU CAN FIT IT BUT NOT QUITE IN A BOW YOU SEE IN THE PICTURE BUT IN A KNOT WITH THE ENDS HANGING, I'M OK WITH THAT.THE MATERIAL IS VERY STURDY ALSO.I HOPE THIS WAS A HELP TO SOMEONE. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
My home-baked breads and buns look so professional now - keeps the breads fresh. Very convenient and so easy to use and inexpensive. I love that it comes with the twist ties. I thought it would be silly to buy these, but as soon as I got them, baked some buns and now the bread stays fresh. My partner baked a chocolate bread and when it was done and cooled, I put her chocolate bread in one of the bags and because the bags are so big, it makes it easy to reach in and get the loaf out and make my slice. When I went to work this morning, I grabbed another bag and twist tie, took her chocolate bread and cut 1/4 of it and put it in the new bag and brought it to work. Now, I have something to snack on and it is in a clear, easy to see bag. I don't have to worry about not eating it fast enough. Previously, I baked bread and covered it with a towel and forgot about it for two days and the bread got hard as a rock. I prefer this method! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Complete waste of money. I keep reading the other review and cannot help but think that the other consumer received a different wreath than I. If my kindle took pictures, I would snap a few to show you the product I received as words don't do it justice. First of all, it's so bent out of shape that it's definitely not what I would consider circular. Second, many of the very plastic looking berries have been damaged to the point of appearing to be white Styrofoam, (I don't actually know what the material is, but that's the best way I know how to describe it). The fabric/plastic leaves look as if it were purchased at a .99 store, (no disrespect to a bargain store intended). The back of the wreath measures 11 inches, the front, with all its plastic glory, measures 15 inches, (not 20 that was indicated in the description.
I think the most upsetting is that not only did I save for this purchase, I purchased this product rather than other items I wanted. I'm not a rich person, (total understatement) and was so very, very much looking forward to receiving the wreath, even having the perfect spot for it. I doubt I will even hang it up. I'm just so disappointed. Oh, and one other thing, I honestly cannot think of an Amazon purchase that has left me so utterly dissatisfied. But then maybe it's because I don't have a lot of money and my excitement quickly turned to discouragement once I opened the box. In closing, I would say this looks more like a ten dollar wreath at best. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Frame joiner useful for wainscot picture frame style trim. I had occasion to make a number of wainscot trim sets for a restoration project. These were essentially picture frames measuring 24 inches high and various widths from 36 to 48 inches with mahogany strips 1 inch in width. The v nails for soft wood seemed to work the best for the species of mahogany that was being used. Each trim frame has 4 straight pieces and 4 quarter turn curve pieces. In a short time the frames were being made and finish nailed on the wall underneath the chair rail.
Support under the corner while it is being fastened seems to be the key to making this machine work well. Don't let the ends of the frame drift upwards while pressing the v nail in or a gap on the face side could be the result.
Due to the size of my frame a piece of 1/2" plywood was laid on top of the table (my frame material was thick enough that the included support spacer was not needed) and the frame was band clamped and then nailed in the machine.
I looked at a variety of machines but this one seemed to be the simplest, least costly, and the most flexible. A large piece can be run through the posts of the machine and one just needs to align the v nail with the miter cut in the material. I would not say this would be a suitable unit for a frame shop, but rather a good unit for a smaller shop that needs to make a few frames or has a need to make unique wood items. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Appear to have been used. These seem like great hole punch pliers for leather but they appear to have been used before I got them. I did not return them because I had a project I wanted to get completed that weekend. The reason I say that they appear used is because there were paper cutouts in the punches. Also, 3 of the punches are beat up on the end like it was pressed down on metal other than the brass base plate. It would have taken something hardened to bend the punch tip the way they are bent. I'll file them down and hopefully make them work for my own needs. I would expect better from Knipex though...they make amazing tools. Not sure what happened with this particular tool. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
What a great pack of colored papers to have ready on hand . What a great pack of colored papers to have ready on hand to make any project you desire to make. Packed with all the colors
together and neatly stacked together. I don't think I tried Crayola's Construction paper before. But just used two colors and the qualtity of the paper is beautiful. Wish I could show how many projects I could make with them. Keeps the minds creative and makes the little hands stay busy. Every home should have a pack of these beautifully colored papers on hand for when the kiddies come to visit on a rainy day. My Grandma kept a box of all these things, and it encouraged me to make things and just have fun. Ladies and Gents, please llisten to this old wise Owl and buy these quality made papers. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I have tried other brands with less than desirable results . I have tried other brands with less than desirable results. Cactus Juice is the one that has worked for me every time. No more experimenting with other brands to save money. It always ends up costing me more because I end up throwing expensive wood away.
As a professional custom knife maker getting it right the first try saves time and materials and Cactus Juice works every time. For resin casting wood the wood must be completely dry. I stabilize all my wood prior to casting in resin because all moisture is removed in the stabilizing process.
This product is necessary for getting it right the first time in the world of knifemaking if you make your own scales and handle blanks. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Okay, but expect to upgrade pieces over time. I've had this machine for about a year, and most of the components were okay. Out of the box, the sub-standard software and controller were VERY slow and not great to use, but I knew that would be the case before I purchased it. So rather than speak negatively about a few things, here are the things that WERE worth the purchase:
- The laser tube works great (still). The laser power supply included gives more than enough juice to power the 40W (really more like 30W) tube.
- The optics were fine for what I need. You will have to align the mirrors (shipping does that), but once you do, it just works!
- The manual bed raising is not a problem. I moved the switch to the front of the unit (had to drill a new hole) so it was more convenient.
- The chassis for the unit is fine... it's a metal case that keeps everything together, which is what you want!
- The included water pump is fine and works appropriately, but I did upgrade to a properly grounded pond pump from Harbor Freight.
- The included exhaust fan and tube works surprisingly well, but you'll want to find a way to vent the fumes (and there will be fumes) outside.
- The "electronics" area to the right side has plenty of room to upgrade to a new controller (which I did) and also to add stepper controllers for PWM control of the X & Y axis
- The stepper motors are fine and work with the included controller, but they also work well if you have to upgrade.
- While I replaced the included controller with a Ruida controller and stepper drivers (about $600 more in cost), I was able to sell the original controller card for $120 on eBay to recoup some of the cost.
- Shipping was FREE and only took about 10 days from ordering. Having Amazon back the purchase made it worth paying a little more for this unit.
- The airflow path is remarkably good, even if you upgrade the fan to a real extraction system, as I did.
The first image below shows the stock machine. The second (with the side door opened) shows the machine after I upgraded some of the electronics and the controller. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
so I am always looking for a great journaling tool to help my clients succeed. I test health journals constantly. I do not want to re-invent the wheel, so I am always looking for a great journaling tool to help my clients succeed. I liked the labels and tabs and journal-like layout of the Moleskin Passion wellness journal as well as the food diary. It could potentially be a great tool. I did not give it a 5 star rating because I personally do not like the LIGHT GRAY FONT - writing in the journal. It is well made and well thought out but the light grey ink - font cheapens the product. As a health coach - I coach people towards changing their nutrition and fitness behavior and I utilize a journal to help show their success and help clients review their results.. The Moleskin Passion Wellness journal is too hard to see the, words, directions, layout, lines, and overall layout due to the GRAY FONT. Most of my clients are over 40 years old and Journaling is a hard habit to implement and a wellness journal needs to be efficient to utilize and not take much time to journal. Coaching clients towards improving their nutrition, fitness and Life Style health habits I want products that make it easy to track their success and quick to utilize. I think if you change the Gray FONT - to BLACK INK your Passion Wellness Journal will be such a helpful tool especially since the medical industry is utilizing more Health Coaches like me. Thanks for listening and I hope this helps | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Indispensable. I purchased the Perma-Lok needle for tying turk's head knots from paracord, and I couldn't be happier with how well it has worked. Tying complicated knots like a turk's head, would be a major hassle, if not nearly impossible without a proper lacing needle. The needle is well constructed, but there's not much that can go wrong with a solid piece of brass. When properly attached (by cutting the end at a sharp angle and sealing with a lighter, then screwing into the end of the needle) it's very difficult to pull the cord out by accident, if not pretty much impossible, never had it happen. Making decorative knots has never been easier since purchasing this product, and if you're interested in the hobby, I highly suggest buying one. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good Purchase. This is a great little cutter for plastics and wood. The frame and handle are made from a casting, the green sheet in the middle is made from a self healing plastic which can be used on all sides to prolong the life, there are two metal gages to help properly align the items to be cut, and there is one locking tab on each side of the blade to retain the metal gages in the proper location. The 'cutter' is a standard single edge razor blade which is readily available. One a gage stop is set making repeated cuts is great.
What 4 stars versus 5, you ask. The markings for the the inches across the top and the angles along the side could have been cast a little more accurately. For my use, I have ended up using a separate ruler or precut part to set the gages in relation to the 'cutter'.
One thing to note: Since the cuts are made with a razor blade there is some very slight distortion and angle at the cut point. This is not a negative on the cutter, just a fact of life. When setting a gage stop up for repetitive cuts some small allowance must be made if the ends are to be sanded perfectly square.
Overall this has been a very worthwhile purchase. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I only bought one pack and which I'd gotten 2. These are actually really nice. I debated getting them but decided to as 'filler' for my craft project. I only bought one pack and which I'd gotten 2. Some notes: 1) most of these feathers are left leaning feathers, with only about 10 leaning to the right. I would have preferred a more even balance of left and right, but I was still happy with my purchase. 2) there were sword feathers with eyes in them! There was about 8 with a slight eye (7 to the left and 1 to the right), 3 were well developed (with 2 colors) and 1 was a full eye. This made really nice end pieces for my project, and I just love them. 3) only 1 was too 'wispy' and unusable. 4) there was nice balance between the fuller feathers (the ones that have feathers that cover from the shaft to tip) and more 'rectangle' ones that only started halfway or higher up. This is good because I'm going to have to cut some down anyways, and now I don't have to feel bad that I'm stripping part of the plumage off the feather. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best Duct Tape EVER. I used this duct tape to create DIY peacock feather ticklers and to decorate the favor bags for bachelorette party favors. It doesn't even really look like duct tape - very well made with clearly printed mustache design. For anyone interested (and because I can't imagine a better use for this duct tape) here are the instructions for making DIY peacock feather ticklers:
Ingredients:
3 10-12 inch peacock feathers
1 wooden chopstick
mustache duct tape
elmer's glue
gold glitter
Lay chopstick, pointy side up. Lay feathers beside pointy side and tape feathers on with mustache tape. Paint rings of glue around the top and bottom edges of the tape and sprinkle glitter on the glue.
I can imagine this duct tape would also be recommended if you wanted to make a duct tape wallet or something like that. It is very good quality. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Amazing stuff. Amazing stuff!! Easier to use than many reviews led me to believe. Microwave a mug of water (any amount) until almost boiling. Drop in some drops and it instantly turns clear and is ready. It all clumps together. Pull it out with anything and start rolling it in your fingers. It never burned my sensitive fingers. And I had more time to mold it into my tooth hole than I thought. You can always pop it right back in the water to resoften it. I have been using one tooth for six months and it finally turned orange from tomato sauce. I can use it for chewing most food. It never comes out on its own, yet is so easy to pull out on purpose. Be sure to leave it in place as it slowly turns white. Pulling it out early to run it under cold water causes you to squeeze it and change its shape. Patience. Maybe swirl cold water in your mouth if in a hurry. Changed my life! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
These scissors are GREAT. Really. These scissors are GREAT. Really. I like having scissors all over my house, so I don't have to chase after a pair when I need one. But, I have noticed that most of mine were getting dull, as they are several years old, (10-12 years LOL) So when I was given the opportunity to review these scissors at a reduced price for my opinion, I jumped at it.
So, the 8" is in my kitchen, the 7" is in my den, the 6.5" is on my table, and the 5.5" is with my arts and crafts. Are they sharp? The first thing I did was to try out each pair on my hair. I was due for a hair cut and I cut my own hair, so I just grabbed a hank and cut. I had no problems at all cutting my dry hair, and everyone knows you can't do that with dull scissors. These scissors are nice and sharp and I look forward to having them for many years to come. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
High quality washi that doesn't peel or tear. This review is for the Crafty Rabbit Premium Washi Tape Set - Black and White Collection - Decorative Bright Paper Masking Tape Rolls for DIY, Crafts, Scrapbooking, Calendar.
This is a really fun collection of black and white washi tape that is great for many purposes. I collect washi tape, and I had never seen these designs and such a great selection before at such a good price, so I thought I would check them out. When I received them, they are all prepackaged in a long roll that is perfect for gifting. You have to break open the roll to get to the individual tapes, and these would actually be great to gift to a group of friends if you wanted multiple gifts.
The tape rolls are VERY large and contain a TON of tape! These aren't cheap rolls that will run out after just a couple of uses these will last many projects and many days. The tape on these is the standard width approximately 0.5 inches wide, and the Amazon listing says each roll is 32 feet long! The tape is thick and very smooth. You can break it off with your hand or use scissors. When I lay the tape down on my surface, the tape doesnt bubble, start to peel at the corners, or lay crooked. Its easy to get a flat line with these and it gives projects a professional edge that other tape cannot accomplish.
The tape doesnt fade over time this is bright vivid tape, and even though these rolls are black and white, the colors stand out against plain paper and scrapbook pages. The tape also doesnt tear unnecessarily; I think they used very high quality materials in the manufacturing of this. Overall, if you are looking for some good quality washi, this is definitely a great purchase. 5/5 stars
If you have any questions please post below and I would be happy to answer! I received a discounted promotional sample of this item for my honest and unbiased review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great gift for your child. This is a perfect gift for your young ones who like to make bracelets. The colors are well organized in the case they even made it through shipping with very few moving into another color.
It has all the colors your child can want, even some that are not a solid color. It comes with a loom and a hook, even a few charm for your child to "dress up" the bracelets and directions, so even if your child doesn't already know how to make them, they can learn. These bracelets are so easy to make, my daughter actually goes back and forth using her fingers and using the loom.
These are not for children who are young, and still tend to put things in their mouth as it has so many small items. But for about 6 and up this can provide hours of entertainment.
The case provides a great place to store them, so you don't have rubber bands all over the place, with the compartments in it, it is great for keeping the bands separated. Each level of the case locks to the one on top of it, so even if you use the middle one, the last one is still covered and the top one is still covered, again ensuring the bands stay in place.
Due to how many bands are included, that means less extra bands you will have to buy, before we got this, we went through a lot of extra bands, which can start to get pricey. I love that now my daughter has a lot of bands, and a great way to store them. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Most gorgeous paper ever... really. I bought this paper when it was listed as a 36-sheet pack. I received 3 separate 12-sheet packs, for a total of 36. Now it's listed as 12 sheets so apparently it's changed.
Anyway, the cardstock is GORGEOUS. The pages are double-sided and contain many photo designs (blue tiles for example).
I was in awe at the gorgeous royal blues and sapphire blues. Flipping through the pages, I had my mouth open in awe the whole time... yes I get that excited about paper! Not one page is the same yet they all are coordinated in blue shades and themes. The pack is expertly designed and I'm in love with every page.
I gave one of my 12-packs to my mother for her birthday and she loved it as much as I do... the shades of blue are just SO GOOD. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good carrying bucket - fun to look at. I picked this for use in my art classroom. I like the simple design and easy grip handle. The scissors are definitely for the elementary-sized hand. I wouldn't get these for older elementary students or students with larger hands. The scissors are quality and have a nice, soothing color. I was a bit disappointed that they didn't have the Westcott comfort-grip. If they could find a way to make this an upgrade option, I would be all for paying a bit more to have the softer handles. Students like that they can take the whole cup to their tables. I like the four different color handle and cup options- I can match them to my team colors. No more arguing over colors. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great alternative to sealing wax candels and crucibles. The glue gun sealing wax works way better than any other sealing wax I have found as far as ease of use. I had to seal 100 wedding invitations, and it took no where near as much time as I feared it would initially. Sometimes the wax gets a little too drippy when the glue gun has been left on for a while so you don't get the "authentic" wax seal look with the scalloped edges. That problem can be solved by unplugging the glue gun for a bit. I did my seals in lots of 5 unplugging the glue gun between lots. If you want perfectly round wax seals then this isn't an issue for you. I experimented with both sealing wax candles and melting sealing wax in crucibles. The glue gun method was by far the most efficient. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
And it's easy to put together and begin using. Yes, it winds yarn. The things other reviews have said about the clamp for the table are correct, it clamps there in a stable way. And it's easy to put together and begin using. That's the good news.
The bad news is that the yarn I have wound regularly becomes tangled, either by slipping toward the top or the bottom of the center of the winder, but sometimes also around the spinning part beneath. And you don't notice that until it's gone around a few times and is hopelessly tied there. It also says that after winding, you can pull from either the outside or the center of the finished cake. I disagree. Technically you can, but every one I tried to pull from the center also became tangled.
The main reason why I gave it such a low rating is because these problems resulted in damage to a very expensive hank of hand dyed silk yarn. I was able to save it by breaking the winder and pulling the twisted yarn out of the base, but it was so tangled that I ended up having to cut a section of the yarn and re-knot it together. Not a big deal with an inexpensive yarn that may have knots from production anyway, but I paid good money for high quality yarn without knots and ended up having to put one into it myself thanks to this winder.
A product like this is supposed to solve problems, and not create new ones in the process. For that reason, I can't recommend it. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
This is a great little set of tools from India. This is a great little set of tools from India. I bought them for working clay and so far they've done quite well for that. They're made of stainless steel and while it's hard to say they have a handmade look. The only thing I don't like about the set is the little vinyl carry pouch e it comes with. Many of the tools have sharp pointed ends and since the vinyl is not as thick as it could be the tools have punctured it in several places. This could lead to accidental loss of a tool or injury over time. I'd recommend storing the whole set in a tool box and optionally getting another, more sturdy pouch to keep them in. Even though they're stainless steel it's probably a good idea to clean and dry them. Some of the ends of the tools are fine and could be delicate so take care to handle them appropriately and they should serve for a long time. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
High quality pocket scissors. I originally bought these to bring to Mexico as non citizens are not allowed to carry pocket knives there. As an added bonus I was able to carry them on the plane without issue. Being used to carrying a leatherman, I didn't want to go without a good set of scissors that could replace some of the knife/scissors functionality of my usual pocket tool. These are high quality scissors that are made in the USA and cut through anything (within reason). I've cut small wire, cloth, plastic, my finger nails and much more with these. They hold an edge well and fold to fit conveniently in the bottom of your pocket. These have earned a spot in mine along side my leatherman. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Long Lasting, Strong, Not Overpowering. I suffer no immune system problems and don't have hay fever, so Im unable to speak to the ability of these Gentle Bees Geranium Beeswax Candle Melts to bring relief from same. What I can say is that they give off a wonderful smell that lingers a really long time. The geranium scent seems to be much stronger than the little wax cakes were used to melting in the candle warmer, but not to the point of being cloying or overpowering. At first, I was a bit taken aback by the price. Then I realized how much longer the beeswax melts last compared to those brand name, bigger wax cakes. These melts might actually be a cost savings. Time will tell. Overall, while I cant speak to any proclaimed healing properties, I can easily say that I really like these melts and look forward to trying the bergamot scent. To anyone that uses essential oils and / or candles to scent their homes, I very much recommend trying Gentle Bees Candle Melts. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I've been using this stuff for years with great results. This latest batch was overly thick. I've been using this stuff for years with great results. This latest batch was overly thick, hinting that its shelf life had expired. It mixed up without too much trouble, but when it set up, it adhered badly to the pattern and the mold form. I had to destroy the mold to get the pattern out and I'm unable to clean the pattern up enough to try again with it. So, $25 and 8 hours later, I'm out both a mold and a pattern. This used to be a great product, but going by the reviews here, some bad batches are being sold and at least some of them are moving through here. Buyer beware. If I do give the Oomoo 30 another shot, I'll be purchasing it from a different vendor. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Cool tool. I love this stamp and punch set. Instead of stamping many different butterflies, I used black ink and just stamped one. Then I scanned it into my computer. I put it in a card making program (Print Shop) using a full page. I copied the image and pasted it along the left edge of the paper, making sure they were all in line. Then I grouped the whole line into one image, copied that, reversed it, and put it on the right side of the page. After printing a test sheet to make sure they line up on the front and back of the page, I can then change the color of the butterfly to anything I want -- say dark blue -- and print it on light blue paper. I then turn the paper over and print on the back side. There! I have a line of butterflies that I can punch out, with color on both sides of the wings! Fold the wings at the body and you have a very nice butterfly. Change the color to purple, print on pink paper, front and back, and you have more butterflies to punch out. Change the color again, more butterflies! I'm having a ball with this! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Somewhat okay, but mostly only problems. The first couple of skeins I wound, the yarn kept slipping under the skirt and getting stuck in the gears. One so horribly that I think it took all of the grease out of the thing and now it squeaks terribly. I discovered that I didn't have the guide snapped in all the way. When I fixed that, it mostly stopped slipping under the skirt, but not completely.
The last 6 or so skeins I've tried to wind with this have been so terribly frustrating. The yarn keeps slipping off the cake and just winding around the post no matter how tightly or loosely I hold the yarn feeding it, and when I take the cake off to use it, I get nothing but a tangled mess because of this, as much as I try to unwind and fix it. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Not a Great Value. Most of this package is solid color card stock with almost 1/3 being white, ivory or tan. While the colors of card stock are bright and vivid, the very flimsy paper, of which there are 39 pages, is pale and washed out looking with boring prints. This is listed as a "children's craft" product, although there is nothing pertaining to it that would call for that title. I took a chance, and was not as happy as I thought, but sometimes we uncover a gem that is worth going for when we "pays our money and takes our chances". Seeing that it is no longer available, there is a strong probability that it will no longer be manufactured, rendering this review moot, but I wanted to voice my opinion anyway. :) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I love this face paint and so does my daughter. I love this face paint and so does my daughter! This weekend we went to a party that had a face painter and I had just ordered and received this face paint so I decided I was going to paint my daughters face with this paint before the party a) to avoid the usually very long line for the face painter and b) because I knew this face paint was non-toxic and the one being used by the face painter at the party most likely wasn't. It was a very smart idea! First of all the line was about an hour long for the face painter at the party and my daughter walked into the party with a very pretty princess mask on, which was a hit with the other kids! I love the colors of this face paint and the brush it comes with is very precise. It even came with a powder to put on after the paint so it stays on longer, which was an added bonus I did not expect! I would recommend this face paint to anyone.
I received this product at a discount in exchange for an honest review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Confused - received as a drippy mess. I actually forgot that I had ordered these, as it took almost forever and a day to receive them. Having said that, they do work well, but when I received them, they were heavily coated in OIL/LUBRICANT and inserted in plastic pouches. My first thought was to wipe all the oil off, but then worried that they might be highly susceptible to rust, (what with all the oil on them); don't know. I haven't used them yet, because, with all that oil on them, I am hesitant to use them while sewing because I don't want to soil my sewing project. If anyone knows for sure, one way or the other, I would certainly love to know. As for the price, it was really good. (Of course, that's only good if you can actually use them!) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nevermore. I am throwing a cooky, spooky, Halloween bash and a friend of mine bought these cute little ravens to use as decoration throughout my house. These ravens are perfect! Their flexible feet allow me to attach them just about anywhere I want. Along railing, perched on mantles, streamers...just about anywhere! They look real and the feathers are that deep black hue that ravens are known for...just adds to the spook appeal. I love, "The Raven" by Edgar Allen Poe and so I have one of them perched on my doorstep (I can just hear, "Nevermore" every time I open my door). Makes me want to curl up and read "The Raven" right now! They are just so cool and I recommend them to anyone that wants to amp up their Halloween decor! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Perfect For the "Knitting-Challenged. I love the look of knitted items, especially shawls, wraps and scarves- but have found it too confusing to transfer how-to information from books to my brain to my hands. Maybe if I could find a very, very patient person to sit down with me and walk (crawl) me through it, that would change. However, when I saw this and read about it, I went for it, and I am so glad that I did. I have one of these knifty knitters in each length, but this 22 inch long one is my favorite because it allows me to make very wide shawls/wraps VERY EASILY! With this particular size, I made my first "knitted" shawl/wrap (please see my photos for a visual idea) from some earthy textured multi-pack yarn bought from my local art/craft supply store's "bargain bin." I prefer the thicker yarns or textured yarns for most projects, they look fuller/better and feel better to me as well.
The process is quite simple and repetitive, which makes my hands happy while I'm watching TV with my family or just relaxing in the recliner. I am able to do this while watching TV because the process requires very little attention once you get the hang of it, and I only need to glance down occassionaly. It's easy to do in spurts, because at each end of this knitting loom is a little peg that sticks out, and I can simply wrap my yarn at my stopping place on one of these pegs, use a rubber band across the last pair of pegs on my stopping place, clips, or use a piece of tape to secure the yarn itself.
Also, you don't have to utilize every peg of this loom if you don't want it very wide. You can also use it to make narrower scarves, using only a portion. Right now I'm working on a scarf that is only utilizing 9 pairs of pegs, as my daughters (pre teen and up) currently have my other smaller sized looms.
This is the most versatile sized loom of the various ones offered, as you can make the "wonderfully wide" shawls/wraps or the "niftily narrower" scarves with this. It is possible to make throws/aghgans by joining 2 or more of your "knitted" pieces together, but I have not yet done that. Making "knitted" shawls/wraps and scarves for myself and others on this loom has been very satisfying and easy.
Get it and get started making your winter accessories and gifts early, and don't forget to check out your local art/craft store's bargain bins to get lots of inexpensive yarn, I think you'll be hooked! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I like one of these tools anyway. I purchased this quilling tool set hoping the wooden handle "pin" would be more comfortable and I was correct. The pin part of the set is well made, does not come apart and is just the right length.
The slotted tool, however, is another matter. First the tool is too short. This would probably be fine for a person with small hands, but (I wear size 7 gloves) it was hard to hold and my hand cramped before using it very long. The tool is metal and I found it hard to control. I wish it, too, were made of wood.
My score is five stars for the wooden handle pin and two stars for the slotted tool. While it may cost a little more I would buy the pin separately and continue looking for a wooden handled slotted tool. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Amazing Stuff -- may seem expensive, but has paid for itself. Imagine glue that you shape like putty but it seems like rubber when it's cured. That's Sugru.
Now imagine that the putty isn't dull beige or grey but comes in bright stylish colors that look good. That's Sugru.
This product is amazing for use in repairing things where glue won't work because of an air gap and where flexibility is key. There are some limitations with shelf-life, but it is useful to keep on hand. It comes in small packets and once you open a packet you have to use it all within 30 minutes, then it fully sets in 24 hours.
I originally bought Sugru for a specific project for my camera that I was following online. But I've found several other uses for it: On my teenage son's car I reattached a moulding strip on the outside of the driver door, fixed broken weather sealing around the back window, and reattached a piece of interior moulding with a few blobs of Sugru. The replacement parts for each of these three projects would have been more expensive than the whole package of Sugru and yet each project only used one small packet. I also used Sugru when I was repairing the lockset on my front door. The inside cover of the handle mechanism came unriveted and I couldn't see a way to keep it together. I used a blob of Sugru inside (keeping it away from the moving parts) and was able to fix it.
I keep my unused packets of Sugru in the fridge because I have read that it lasts longer that way (just need to warm it up in your pocket for a few minutes before using).
The Sugru website has huge number of examples of what people have used it for. The possibilities seem limited only by your imagination! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
An Awesome Craft Tool, I Want More. I have been playing with this since it came in today and wow it's nice. I'm going to need some practice in order to get my line up right but I do so love the design that it stamps.
The entire item is in three pieces. You have a base plate, an insert for the base plate and then the stamp. The stamp part is magnetic so you can always get a perfect cutout as long as you stay on the right line and keep things straight. The base plate has measurements so that you can gauge the distance from the stamping cutout. I haven't read all the directions yet because I was like a little kid in a candy shop with this.
The directions come in multiple languages and are very easy to understand. There are even pictures to go by. :) It would help to read all of them before using unlike what I did. This way you will have a better understanding of what to do especially if you haven't used anything like this before.
This operates pretty much the same as a standard hole punch but it's a design instead. You need to make sure and not let a pile of cuttings stay under the base plate or it will clog up the stamp and you won't get a perfect cutout. I honestly like everything about this and now that I've got the taste for playing with it I will be looking into other pieces. This is great for scrapbooking, making greeting cards, placemats, frames out of paper, ect.. I would caution on the side of young children using it. One I don't think they would have the strength to push the stamp down by themselves but also just as a safety precaution with anything that has sharp edges.
This would make a great gift for the person in your life that loves paper crafts. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Sock weight to be taken lightly. Why I bought it: Arthritis set in around the same time I taught myself to knit, it doesn't bother me that much except when I use size 2.5 or smaller needles to make socks. Gripping the thin needles while keeping tension is too much on my fingers most times. This loom states it works with yarns that require size two needles. I have several yarns from Cotton/elastic to wool sock yarns that call for size 2 already just sitting in the cabinet since the arthritis became too much. Hoped this would let me use them. Have been loom knitting on standard sized hat, scarf, and afghan looms for years,the technique is the same just a sock loom would be smaller with less distance between pegs.
The Pros:
No gripping small needles, Using one hand in a loose claw grip holds the loom very well, and the hook is held in a modified crochet grip so pressure is less on joints.
While I have read negative reviews about the slide out section being either impossible to move or coming out too easily mine so far has worked exactly as intended. It stays in place while I work and comes out with a small knock while upside down.
Almost impossible to slip gauge. The pegs don't move, unless you go from wraps so tight you tear the yarn as you lift it over to wraps so loose they flop around your stitches will be uniform.
The Cons:
-The package was missing it's protective front plastic piece. Glue spots are there inside package to hold it in place, but the plastic itself was gone. Luckily no pieces were missing. But that may have helped with con #2 which was
-Stress marks at base of half of the pegs. The plastic shows clear stress lines that will eventually lead to product failure. Since the package itself was not crushed or bent then the pressure applied at the warehouse could not have been too much and yet the plastic was damaged.
-The instructions book. Someone's printer needs to be replaced. The print was small and somewhat smeared. If you already know how to loom knit it won't be too much of an issue but if you have never turned a heel on a sock loom as I had not then you will want to have aspirin on hand for the headache you will get focusing on the words.
-The instructions . Starting with the size chart and keeping in mind that this is a sock loom that uses fine yarn meant for size 2 needles. Daughter's foot is 6.5 around the ball and 7 inches long. Going by the circumference and not the length, a child size medium. Used a cotton elastic sock yarn requesting size 2.5 needles. After turning the heel there was enough of the calf that was well past the loom and settled into it's unstretched size to see there was a problem. The calf does measure 6.5 as it should in order to fit her foot, which should be good. But the gauge is 5 stitches per inch. The gap between Vs is large enough the sock appears to be ribbed and light can clearly be seen through the gaps. After seeing that I played with the tension as super tight over a few rows and then super loose and the resulting effect was not noticeably different. And since there is elastic in the cotton mix it stretches after normal tension enough to fit a half of another foot in it, so it will lose shape quickly on active days. Thicker yarn required. A dk weight wool yarn used later came out looking perfect with perfect tension. It was a lot thicker yarn than the sock weight recommended.
Overall I am pleased to have a sock loom. I know now that I will need to loom up a gauge swatch for every yarn even though the pegs will never change if I want to know how many pegs I will really need for each person. I can deal with that. If peg distance is standard on all sock looms then I don't see how buying a more expensive loom is going to help. Three stars was purely because the con list outweighed the pro heavily, and while I will work around the biggest one (the last listed) it does not work out the way it is advertised to. I am okay settling for this item because without it I couldn't even make thicker winter socks due to the pain in my joints juggling small dpns. I just wish I could use all those pretty sock yarns I have been holding on to. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
colors are not labeled on package insert. I purchased this product under a different account. I liked the pricing, wish it had more sheets in pack though. One major gripe is that the colors in the package are not labeled. I specifically purchased this sample pack, hoping the colors would be labeled on the inside of the cover sheet, so I would know what color to re-order of their single color 250sheet packs, but now I am still guessing. Which is Old Town Red vs Re-Entry Red???? I had purchased another sample pack from their competitor AstroBrights, and they so helpfully, labeled their colors with their names right on the cover sheet of their package!! Please update this with this crucial information! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Overly crafty scissoraholic says BUY THEM. Currently there is no 12 step program for the scissor addicted crafter. But even if there was I would never give these up! Here is my testimony:
I currently own quite possibly 75 pair of scissors for all types of crafts, sewing, embroidery, kitchen shears, embroidery, appliqu, leather and metal cutting. You name it. I can cut it!! I have paid $50 for some of my finer cloth cutting scissors, and as little as $4 for thread snips. I have electric cutters, rotary cutters....you get the idea.....
So why am I soooo excited about these little scissors that I even gave them as xmas gifts?? Because they cut perfectly, cleanly, PRECISELY to the very tip! You can shave a hair thick edge off of felt, cut a perfect V in leather, do intricate shaped cuts on teeny tiny pieces of just about any mixed media material! They are simply the BEST, most accurate pair of scissors I own....and thats saying a LOT!!!
I made tiny hand embroidered felt bird ornaments for xmas gifts this year, and I can honestly say I could not have snipped the tiny pieces accurately with any of the other scissors I own. I was so thankful that I had these! I got razor sharp edges on my tiny shapes with no difficulty at all- they are precisely serrated for just these types of applications. They feel good in my hands, and I guard them like precious gems.
I loved them so much, as I said, I gave them as gifts, and I bought the larger size as well, but this is my most used- FAVORITE- pair of scissors I own. I reach for them over and over, and I honestly don't know how I cut anything well before I owned them. BUY THEM! You won't regret it!! Such a reasonable price for such a great little cutting device :) | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Glitterific. Jars are just as small as they look, however a little goes a long way. These have major sparkle! This is a very high quality glitter you get depth with it on your projects instead of just sparkle. Some pieces are sharp, but not enough to hurt you or cause her. The clean up with this glitter is easy because of its larger pieces. This glitter is best used as accenting instead of full on use because it takes several coats to get full coverage. I posted examples: On the cup, I mixed the green from the set with Dollar Tree gold glitter because it was very sparse. You can see the difference with the photos that I tried to do full coverage versus just using the green to make it pop. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
So far I have been pleased with my tails. So far I have been pleased with my tails! Leather appears to be good quality and durable. I put a small hole in the base of one to hang it up and doing so took more force than I anticipated, even with a sharp knife, so I have been assured that this is a product that will last! Both tails are very long too; 16 and 18 inches, helped by the fact that whoever skinned these left a portion of skin off the back attached, which I think was a good move as I now have a couple extra inches to work with. Both tails are very soft and fluffy and one even came with its own burr! I have not found any slip spots on either. Between the two I've noticed alot of variation, so the buyer can be assured they'll get something unique. The only detriment is that on both, from about halfway up the length to what would have been the base when it was still on the animal (but not the base as it looks now, with the extra back skin), the leather was stiff and hard. However, this is a part of the tanning/drying process and it is easily fixed by bending the leather back and forth (called "breaking" the leather). After only a few minutes it became satisfactorily floppy.
I will keep this seller in mind if I ever find I need more tails! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
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