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Nice mold and exactly what you expect. You get exactly what is advertised and what you expect with this mold. The silicone is of good quality and pulls off the soap nicely, doesn't stain, and washes nicely. The box is solid enough to do the job, will take routine handling for a long time, and perfectly fits the silicone mold.
If you have trouble getting the mold to release from the soap, gently tip the block of soap upside down, pull the side away from the soap just a bit to allow the air to release the vacuum, and then gently wiggle the mold off the soap.
If the color of the silicone matters to you, then don't buy this one as it can be random based on whatever their supplier might use that day. For me, I couldn't care less. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
It was so easy! The colors on these looms are beautiful. I am a 24 year old female. I bought these to learn to knit. Let me tell you, It was so easy! The colors on these looms are beautiful, they are pleasant to look at, which makes me come back to my projects again and again. They are made on heavy duty plastic, and the pegs all have slots for the loom pick. They only negative i have, is that the holding peg sticking out the side, it doesnt slide in and out to actually hold your yarn down. So when your doing an E stich, you have to be careful it doesnt unravel on you. Ive made socks, slippers and hats to far and i have never touched yarn before. This was a good buy! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Love this product. *Long review*
I've been using this product for a couple years for special effects make-up. Although the strong bad smell can be a harsh factor, it does state on the label that you must be in well ventilated area. I use this for making props and make-up (which I have to be careful at times). Before buying, go look on YouTube for helpful tips of this product and how it is applied. Temperature plays an important factor as well. Too hot or too cold can affect the outcome.
The more layers you apply, the result will be stronger and thicker. I am also able to mix Anita's all purpose acrylic paint, Artist's Loft academic level acrylic, The Fine Touch acrylic, FolkArt metallic acrylic paint, and DecoArt dazzling metallics with this latex so what I want will have color. These are all water-based acrylic paints. I tried applying the paints after I applied the latex but the color didn't stay so mix the colors with the latex.
In short, bad smell and be aware of temperature when using, but excellent product, last a while, works well with different water-based acrylic paints, and it's a good start point when making things like props. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Beautiful results. Have become a big fan! Making several hundred tiles. I started out with a tiny batches, fearful of having it harden before I could pour it all into my molds. My arms were exhausted from stirring several small batches for over 3 minutes each. I started making slightly larger batches each time, & realized I had a pretty long window for pouring. Now I make a large batch in a cheap pitcher from the dollar store that I can throw away after pouring the mixed epoxy. The instructions insist that one must stir for 2 minutes in a first container, then decant into another, clean container & stir some more with a new stick....ridiculous! For my last batch, I mixed the resin & hardener for 3+ minutes with a paint stick, & the results are the same as when I wasted effort (& large plastic cups) doing the recommended 2-phase stirring. Very pleased with the results! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Paint your own ornament. I have a young daughter and I was looking for some fun craft activities that are holiday related for us to do together, so I thought our own ornament would be very nice and I was right. The paint itself came in good condition and paints on well. The ornament itself came in very good condition without any damage at all. It has a nice string to hold it onto the tree. The paint adheres to the ornament pretty well. We had a good time painting this ornament together. To make this ornament look really good, you have to be pretty talented with a paint brush, which neither of us are. I received this item at a discount in exchange for my unbiased review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
A Great Way To Make Molds, But 10:1 Measuring Is A Pain. When casting using quick setting Alumilite resin, it is very important to use the right sort of rubber to make your mold. I once used a polyurethane rubber by mistake and boy was I sorry when the second casting of the day bonded to the mold. All that work for nothing.
Room Temperature Vulcanizing rubber aka RTV Silicone is the stuff you need, and you can go nuts finding an affordable one that doesn't involve using scales or graduated measuring cylinders or involve the use of dangerous chemicals.
This rubber is mixed using 10 parts rubber to one part hardener. This is a pain, no doubt about it.
Making molds is fairly easy though. My method for one-sided molds is to stick the master to a melamine board (you could use any shiny surface) and build a wall of foamcore around it (the stuff you use for your kid's art projects) leaving about a half inch minimum on each side and figuring a depth of about an inch more than the piece to be molded. I use modeling clay to caulk the gaps (another chap I know uses plexiglass instead of foamcore and melamine and sticks it all together with hot glue). I spray the whole thing lightly with mold release and pour in the rubber. That's it.
To make a two part mold I start by laying a flat bed of modeling clay and pressing the master halfway into it, then pouring the mold on top of the half-buried master and clay. Yes, this is a technique you need to practice to get right. I then turn the whole thing over, master still in the mold, remover the clay, cut a couple of keys, build a new box around the mold with embedded master, spray release and pour again to make the second half. You need to add keys to the mold to get the pieces to line up when you want to cast, and there are a bunch of ways to do that. The internet is your friend here.
I find that flat one-sided molds are very useful as often I can make something by gluing two one-sided castings together with less fuss and bother than making a two-sided mold, but you pays your money and takes your chance. Mold making is a skill that takes a while to learn to do really well, and the more complicated the mold the more things to go wrong and need finessing. Two sided molds must have pour-holes cut in them and ventilation ways so the air will get out of the way so all the detail fills properly, for example, and a beginner can ruin a mold while cutting those.
In any event, this product will take a massive part of the learning curve and toss it out of the window because it is so simple to use.
You can't use this for casting most metals (like pewter) because those sorts of temperature demand a harder mold rubber, typically made partly by heat treating. You can use it for plaster-type materials (hydrocal, plaster of paris, dental stone etc) though the mold life may be different than with the resin. I don't have enough experience of using this with those materials.
Once the air seals are broken the shelf life is questionable too, so only buy what you know you will need for the job at hand. That said, if your rubber has separated out into two components when you open it after a while, you may be able to make it work again by stirring the stuff until everything is mixed again. Worked for me once. Of course, you'll need to let it sit a while before you mix the hardener in because the rubber will likely be full of bubbles.
Anyway.
Highly recommended for use with Alumilite resin. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Overpriced and Disappointing. This was a disappointing purchase. The product description boasts an instruction booklet that actually only contains a total of four two-sentence paragraphs. The stencils are made of a cheap brown paper that wrinkles when used and is not suitable to be reused. The spray bottles, dropper, pallet knife, blending tool and brush are all standard although the handle of the brush did come off after one use.
The Gelatos themselves are not as impressive as one would hope. Although the colors are vibrant and have an illuminating effect, one could achieve this on a more affordable scale with water soluble oil pastels or watercolor crayons. The Gelatos do blend nicely and apply like lipstick complete with a buttery feel. It takes quite a bit of the product to achieve full color. The Gelatos clean up easily and does not linger on brushes. Works well on paper and canvas.
The Texture Lux has a pleasing effect. It applies very with ease and spreads evenly. It works well with the stencils and product stays upon placement. The Texture Lux takes time to dry dependent on thickness. It does not crack or fall off and it works as described. I have purchased other gel mediums before and this is comparable to professional grade materials. Overall this the Texture Lux boosted the rating from a two star to a three. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Small pack, variety length, fluffy white feathers with a flat tip. Comes in a good amount. My bag counted a little more than 50 which is nice. The length sizes range from about 3"- 8." I purchased these based on customer photo samples. Thank you guys. I needed them to be specifically fluffy with a flat tip, white (not off white or grayish), and short for a commissioned doll's hat. These fit the profile I was looking for. I actually only needed one so this was a pricey purchase for a pack of feathers compared to other available online or at a Joann store which you can get for less than $3, but it was necessary to get it right the first time.
There were enough feathers in the bag to find at least a dozen potential perfect ones. A few might look funny or broken. I expected this since they are "Natural Bi-Product of Meat Production." Even though it says 50, 50 feathers is actually a small amount. It will all fit in an envelope. Great for one small project. If you need these for a bigger project, I recommend buying feathers in the bulk with a lower price tag. I only needed one so I will have to save the remaining feathers for some future project. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Don't waste your time with this product. I have never been so angry with a purchase! For one, the product comes in a log so I had to separate each color, which were cut into a variety of different lengths and mixed with other colors. After all this time separating it turns out over half of the colors are missing! After at least an hour of separating and rolling I realized most of the product was missing and I received an abundance of pink and orange amazon wants me to ship it back for a refund. This is complete garbage and a waste of time and money. Someone seriously dropped the ball on this one. Sucks because this is the only lot to buy like this. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Bee-utiful base for lotions and mess-free. I bought these pellets to make homemade lotion and I was not disappointed at all. They come in tiny smooth beadlike pellets that melted easily over the stovetop in a water bath. I read one review earlier about how it leaves a "horrible stench" but for the price and my personal time constraint, I took a risk and bought them anyways. Fortunately, there was no stench at all - not even a trace of a slightly bad smell so maybe that reviewer got a bad batch. In fact, using it with my home made lotion recipe makes them smell heavenly and I always get compliments for my soft hands and the light fragrant smell whenever I use my lotion. I had to melt them down and I didn't do it straight in a pot because I didn't know how much of a cleaning nightmare it would be so I set it in a stainless steel bowl inside a steaming pot of hot water and it worked beautifully. The pellets are a creamy yellowish white color but they melt to a pearly white.
I melted it and mixed it with coconut oil and added a teaspoon of lavender oil for my homemade lotion and refrigerated about 12 mini lotion bars for 1 hour. Once I took them out, they were completely set and were a beautiful creamy-white with a smooth consistency and I felt great about giving them away as favors. I wrapped them up in wax paper with a tie and they held their shape in room temperature. If it gets hotter in the summer months, I'm not sure if the lotion bars will hold up their shape but I think adding cocoa butter will help with that.
Because of how easy it is to melt the pellets and the neutral base it provides, I will probably keep buying these because it's such a great foundation for lotions and candles. I would recommend these for anyone who doesn't want to be chipping away at a block of beeswax and prefers to use smaller quantities that can be easily measured out. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nice designs. A little see-through, but I ended up liking that. This is my first washi tape. I bought it after reading a huge number reviews of many types of washi tape. I chose this set because it has good ratings and I like the designs. My plan is to use it as a good-looking way to seal envelopes for mailing. (I have food allergies, so it is safer not to lick the glue, so instead I tape envelopes shut.)
The tape arrived a few days ago, and today I sealed my first envelope with it.
Pros:
* Lots of good-looking designs.
* The one roll of tape that I tried seems sturdy.
Misc:
* Each roll of tape is individually wrapped in plastic, which is more packaging than I would like. On the other hand, the tape is well-protected. But it also arrives in a plastic bag, and I think that would be enough packaging to keep it protected.
* The white parts of the tape are see-through, which I did not expect from the pictures. At first I was going to take off a star for this, but then I decided that being a little see-through makes the tape match itself to the color of whatever is underneath it, and actually that looks coordinated and good. So I ended up deciding that this is a feature and not a problem.
Cons:
* It took me several minutes to find the end of the roll of tape. It blends right in to the rest of the roll!
Tip: To make it easier to find the end in the future, my friend saves the plastic tags from bags of bread and sticks one to the end of each roll of tape. Clever!
The attached pictures show the tape on the back of an envelope that I sealed with it, and the rolls of tape. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
It's a little bit magical and works as advertised. I used Sugru to fix the arms of my sunglasses. The ends of one of the arms had snapped off when I tried to adjust it and these sunglasses were sitting around useless.
When I first opened up the black Sugru packet, I massaged a small ball of the product between my fingers and it did indeed have a play-doh-like texture to it. I also noticed that the black color of Sugru transferred to my fingers (which washed off later with a bit of scrubbing).
I applied the Sugru to the end of one arm of my sunglasses and shaped it as best as I could with my fingertips ... if you would like a more professional and smooth look, I would recommend using a spatula or some other hard-ish surface since my final product clearly shows fingerprints and an uneven surface. After shaping, I allowed the Sugru to cure at room temperature for about 24 hours and was amazed (though I shouldn't have been since this is how the product is advertised) that it cured to a soft rubbery, non-sticky surface that feels very durable. It even bonded quite nicely to the arm of my sunglasses so it doesn't feel like it will slip right off.
After this first test, I decided to try using on the other sunglass arm ... luckily not too many days had passed, but much of the Sugru has cured in the packet, even though I thought I had sealed it very well. There was enough of the uncured material to fix the other arm. I wish the packets had a ziploc-type seal to them to better preserve Sugru between uses on smaller projects. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
didn't work for me. I thought a left handed rotary cutter made by Gingher would be a wonderful thing for me. But it didn't work for me at all. If all you are cutting is straight lines against a ruler, I think it would be fine. But that isn't all I cut and it is difficult to guide because it is hard to see the blade. I also didn't find that the ergonomic design made it any easier to use; in fact, I found it awkward to use.
I have an Olfa cutter and the coloration of the blade and shield are opposite the colors Olfa uses; Olfa has a silver blade and a black shield, Gingher has a black blade and a silver shield. I found this to be dangerous since my mind is trained that black means the blade is shielded. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Pictures are accurate, nice product, but colors bleed. What you see is what you get. The textures are interesting, and the colors and shapes are true to the pictures. The bottles are small, but if you read the description of the product size that shouldn't surprise you. The presentation in the little bottles with the corks is very nice, but not necessarily very efficient for storage and you may want to put them in a different kind of container with a more secure lid.
The major complaint I have with these is that the colors are not reliable and there is a problem with them bleeding and smearing across the paper when they come into contact with glue or any moisture. It doesn't seem like something that should happen with what's presented as a high-quality product... the colors behave like something very cheaply made, even though the glitter itself looks very good. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
great for prototyping small objects, fun for the kids, bakes in no time flat. This clay is super fun for the kids to use, and it bakes in no time flat. you might have to work with it a little upon opening the package but it softens right up and stays at a good consistency for sculpting, for kids projects and for prototyping. When you bake it, follow the instructions and use an oven mitt to feel the consistency of the clay a few minutes before the time's supposed to be up. I noticed that the few pieces i've made will become the consistency of a hard rubber with a little but if give and move when they are ready to be done. If you overcook it, it will burn and become a browning color towards where ever it's touching the pan, for long bakes i would rotate it halfway through | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great Long Lasting Wax Melts. I also tried the Lavender and Yarrow in which those scents were much stronger than the orange. I did add some Orange essential oil to my wax melter and it smelled much stronger ( the way I like it ). These waxes are very expensive but the scent lasts and lingers much longer than the cheaper wax melts I have bought so the price if you can afford does justify.
I also have a dual purpose and when the scent is gone I will freeze the cooled wax burner ( to be able to pop the wax out easily ) and melt with soy wax to make candles. I love wax melts in the day when working from home but prefer candles at night. This wax melted perfectly with my soy and the fragrance oil seemed to smell stronger with the beeswax mixture compared to just soy. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best Economical Option Out There for Miniatures. I primarily work with miniatures and miniature terrain. I have used all of the usual suspects for 2 part epoxies (greenstuff, milliput, procreate) and Apoxie stacks up with all of them. I have shifted over to using Apoxie almost exclusively for sculpting and gap filling as it is the most economical option.
A few good tips:
1. Mix it up and let sit for at least 5 minutes before doing anything, it really helps you work with it easier.
2. Always remember it can be sanded afterwards, you don't always have to be perfect the first time.
3. If you love greenstuff, mix Apoxie and GS 50/50 and you will have a nice hybrid putty. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Advert as 5lbs, only received 2.26lbs. I just received these in the mail. I was really excited that i got them so quickly and was planning to come on here and write a great review. I thought "I should take some pictures to attach to this review to make it a very informing one for others" so i counted the sticks. There are 95 in the package. "Ok, great! And they're super long so that's awesome!" Next, the scale..... i paid $25 for a 5lb box and it's weighing in at 2.26lbs.... now I'm not pleased. That's less than half of what i paid for. I do have pictures of the package details and the package on my scale showing the actual weight. But, I can't figure out how to upload them to this review....
Edit: they are also yellowish, not clear as described in advert. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Much cheaper made than previous versions, just OK. This is my second Sidewinder, the one I got many years ago when they first came out finally died. I was excited to see one in my favorit color! But the excitement wore off quickly. This is still a good product BUT it is not anywhere as well made as the original one was. First, the plastic is cheaper and more brittle and the whole thing is much lighter than the old one. What made me give it 3 stars instead of 4 was the fact that it is so light weight that when you have the top open, if you don't have batteries in it it will fall over from the weight of the top. I ended up having to lean it against my sewing machine so it wouldn't fall over. Thread will also go totally under the bobbin without you seeing it no matter what you do. I would have preferred a higher price to an inferior product. Having said that, if you go through a lot of bobbins like I do and don't want to use the motor of your sewing machine to wind them this is a satisfactory product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Excellent product but arrived somewhat damaged. This item was as described on the website, i am very pleased with the quality of the cardstock. My reason for 4 stars and not five is because the top right edge of the cardstock were bent a little which i prefer if they weren't bent at all and the top sheet was soiled as well.. The original packaging leaves the top right exposed and this causes things to come in contact with the cardstock and cause damage to it. I wish they would package it like i receive some other items from Amazon with a cardboard on the back and shrink wrapped. I will be using this for scrapbooking and card making and the appearance of the bent edges and soiled sheet will of course affect the look of my project if used . This review refers to the Neutral pack.<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/American-Crafts-12-Inch-by-12-Inch-Cardstock-Variety-Pack-Neutrals/dp/B001VMV1J0/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">American Crafts 12-Inch by 12-Inch Cardstock Variety Pack, Neutrals</a> | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great for sewing. I love these cute little nipping scissors. They were super sharp and ready for use when they arrived. Each scissor is 3.5 inch long, perfect for travel and being that there is the traditional stark, anyone who is into sewing or knitting will fall in love with these making them the perfect gift. Scissors like these can last for about for a good while. After about about 4-6 sharping you no longer can get an edge on them ( it won't cut but bend) and you have to throw them away. So with proper care you should be able to get a least 2 years of use out of these and thats 2 years working in a sweat shop, I know garment construction teachers and sewing tutors who have used these for a year of 2 before needing to have them sharpened.
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Mats are good, but bags have creases and ripples. The first time I ordered these, they were great. Packaged in appropriate sized box to protect corners, and clear bags were flat. Second time I ordered, they were packaged in a smaller box and the bags were part-way between the mats and backing boards and wrapped around to the top. Since the box was smaller, the bags couldn't lay flat. Unfortunately that left creases and ripples in the bags, which are very visible. I did an exchange and got another box, but they were packaged the same way with the creased bags. I cannot recommend these if they continue to package in the smaller boxes and fold over the bags. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
it is by far the worst winder I have EVER used. I've been a knitter for 50 years. My very first ball winder was a cheap Royal that worked amazingly well for 15 years. When it was time for another upgrade, I did research and found this one... it is by far the worst winder I have EVER used. It is impossible to keep it stable when winding, it winds too tight, the front guide arm swings around, the mechanism is very jerky - if you had three or four hands to hold everything in place, it would still be awful! Honestly, I wanted to love this product, especially since I spent a decent chunk of money on it. It was an expensive "mistake"! I normally wouldn't even write a review if I simply "didn't like" something, however, this item truly doesn't work well at all and I would hate to see others waste the money that I did. I wouldn't recommend this at all. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Count your pages and do you see lines before your eyes. I was robbed by 1 page and I did not expect to find lines (not fibers) running through the paper. Be sure to count all of your pages.
If you do not mind light lines similar to notebook lines running through the page then this is a nice product. You cant beat the sheet size and quality compared to others who charge way more. The texture is lovely and fibrous delicious. However I thought it was a bit transparent for journal pages. My concern is ink/paints will bleed through. Have not tested this theory yet. I suppose I should go file a complaint to the peeps who sell this as I would like to have the missing sheet. Just thought it wouldn't be worth the postage. Maybe if I order more they can include it then. Would be a way for them to save money right? Every thirty orders they have a free set to send. Just saying. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Well I don't have the available funds like I had 4 years ago. Ok so I have had this about 2 weeks. I don't do reviews for products. I do for hotels. But I think after all the research I have done that I need to write this. First of all it came fast. I have a chipped tooth in the front. And a missing tooth. I grind and clinch my teach a lot. And I eat a lot of ice. When I got the tooth pulled in the front. I was devasted! I never really did research on dental. So they said I could get a flipper for 800 bucks. And I would get it he next day. To be honest. I didn't know what a flipper was. I did t know it as temporary. I had paid 2600 to get the flipper and 6 teeth extracted. He said I needed to get 4 more removed. Or fixed. And it would be expensive. So I have had The flipper for about 4 years. Just about 3 months ago my bottom tooth and another one in the front started giving me problems. Both of hem chipped. And abcessed. Well I don't have the available funds like I had 4 years ago. Not to mention it hurt to put on the flipper. And the tooth it was replacing was noticeable while. I speak at shows. And have had to do shows with a missing tooth. I have been so embarrassed. I saw ads for veneers. Etc. I even saw one on Facebook for 20 bucks. I ordered that before I ordered this. That was 6 weeks ago. It still has not come. Smh. Anyway. I researched dental things. And I saw this. I looked at so many videos before I ordered. It was 10 bucks. So what the heck. But I also orders one off of wish. Which is the same price. For about 50 beads.
Anyway. I soaked it it tea before i did it. I soaked it for like 8 hours. My first tooth was not so good. But I still liked what I knew would happen. So I worked on it. Everyone says don't let it harden in your mouth. Well I do. Because the place where my tooth is missing has a huge gap. I have learned to do different things these past couple of weeks. So what I do is I make it so it goes across to the chip tooth. And I fill that In. To make like a bridge. I make sure I get it on the roof of my mouth for security. Because if you sneeze. It might come out. (Ask me how I know lol). So I have made them better and better with time. Today was my best one. I eat with it. I sleep with it. Not the first time. Because I made them too loose. Also I learned a lot. I learned that the abscess comes when food gets into the cavities of the bad teeth. So I made a filling for the one on the bottom. Its is not visible. But it holds on on very well. I have eaten ice with it today. No issues. If you have missing teeth. Get this. Yes it gets hard pretty fast. But not THAT fast. Just heat it back up. I just keep reheating mine. I mean seriously this stuff ROCKS. WHY AM I JUST LEARNING ABOUT IT.
So update. Yesterday I ate a chicken sandwhich and obviously it was way to hot. And it melted it a bit. And it irritates my tongue. So I had to do my best tooth again. I still made a good one. But it takes me about an hour to get one I like. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I love the bold colors and the designs on the washi . Absolutely gorgeous washi tape! I love the bold colors and the designs on the washi are adorable and go well when decorating my planner.
The adhesive pretty strong which I like but not too strong in case I make a mistake and need to remove the tape. The paper tape is pretty thick where it's not too translucent if applied over writing. These washi are fun in color and design, I love them!
** Please know I received this product at a discounted cost for my honest unbiased review. These opinions are my own and the discount has not affected it in any way; I heavily rely on reviews of others to make a good purchase so I do my best to leave an honest opinion based on experience, at all times. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Product Works Great - Get it to 88 degrees. I haven't read all reviews, but from what I've read, I see little mention of the importance of the the temperature of the mixture. I took the risk of using this product to coat a 20 sq ft baseball card table with 5 quarts of glaze coat. I was worried that the product wouldn't cure, so I spent some time talking to Eclectic customer service. I think the key message was that you should take the temperature of the mixture as you do the second mix. With an infrared thermometer (like we use for kids), you will see the mixture go up from mid seventies to mid eighties over the first 5-6 minutes of mixing. Around 6 minutes, it suddenly shoots up to over 90 degrees. I was told that it MUST get to over 88 degrees and that once it goes over 88 start pouring it on. I suspect that this might be the cause of some of the issues with not curing. It worked really well for me. It truly has a glass-like finish. - Bill B. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Lots and lots of cheap origami paper save the day. I'm busy making paper cranes for my wedding and we need tons of "standard size" origami paper. There really wasn't an inexpensive way to get lots of them in other colors, but I love that this covered my "white origami paper" requirement and that it has Prime shipping.
The paper itself is the about the same as any other origami paper (comparing to the other colors for my wedding), but its loads cheaper. If you're looking for "practice" paper for origami or just need a metric ton of paper to make a senbazuru, this is a great option, and since its a standard size you don't need to cut it or anything if you want to match it up with other origami paper. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
it wasn't as bad as the glass. Does the job, and well priced for it's work.
A few things to make note of...
~You need to pull quite hard on the metal arm to get it to lock in place. Without being locked, your yarn will get tangled and won't roll as fluently around the center.
~Don't use on glass desks. It has a very narrow latch width, and even with stuffers, it will likely slide. Attached it to a table, and while it did shift when I was working with it, it wasn't as bad as the glass.
~The length of the bottom latch is maybe an inch. While this works at effectively grasping your work surface to some degree, it also makes it more prone to slide.
Overall, it is a great product, and I'm still using it 2 1/2 years later. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
General Purpose & Crafting Scissors. This set of three Scotch Precision Ultra Edge Non-Stick Scissors are very good scissors to throw into a drawer. They are sharp and seem well made. They are not very heavy, so using them while sewing would wear them out pretty fast. These are General Purpose scissor.
The appearance is really nice. I don't see where the Non-Stick feature would come in handy, except maybe while cutting tape or some sticky substance, but its not really a feature that would be a deal maker or breaker.
They come in a package of three pair, one for the kitchen, one for the office and one as a spare. They are comfortable, easy to use and very sharp when new. They are also attractive. For General Purpose, I like them very well, so I give them a 5-star rating. If you buy these for anything other than general purpose (crafting, office, paper, etc.) then I believe you might be disappointed. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Tons of fun for the creative mind- with a light learning curve. <div id="video-block-RZ4RWBLB10MLE" 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/D1VrJ4c8%2BdS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/91-gke17ybS.png" class="video-slate-img-url"> I wasn't quite sure what applications I would have for this product when I invested in it, but I knew that it was something I'd find use for, if I had it around. It's just that sort of unique crafting product that is there when you need a unique, truly one of a kind, gift. While I think I'll be using it primarily to play around with miniatures and action figure/model molding, I could see someone using this to craft jewelry pendants, earrings and such.
Do not expect to pick it up and be able to use ti right away- While the instructions are pretty straight forward, you will want to have a candy thermometer on hand to measure your water, as well as a cup of cold water for your fingertips and hard setting, as well as containers that do NOT ever touch food. While the product advertises itself as biodegradable I do not want to be ingesting it and when the product is superheated it WILL stick to the interior surfaces of pots and pans. We thought we had our pyrex measuring cup thoroughly cleaned and the next time I poured cold water into it a bunch of plastic flakes came bubbling up to the top! I suggest investing in a cheap muffin pan where you can pour the hot water in (since it is heat resistant) and 'melt' several small portions in different colors all at once- and even have a reserve for cold/fingertip water.
My next tip is to go slow- a little goes a VERY long way. The great news is, it's pretty much impossible to waste the product because you CAN always reheat it and mold it again. Keep in mind that a thick mass of the material, hardened, will take longer to soften, and not soften as evenly, as the tiny equal pellets.
This took me 2 attempts to get the hang of, as I initially didn't heat the water enough to melt the pellets- You will notice right away the pellets becoming translucent if you have the right temperature. Your water should not be actively steaming (if it is, it is too hot to handle and you should allow it to sit a moment before reaching in as the pellets will stick to your hands and the container/vessel.) Daub your fingers in the cold water prior to manipulating the product and don't be afraid to re-submerge part of your creation in the hot water to allow it to become more pliable once gain.
While the product does seem indestructible, I have to say that I found adhering the different pieces was easy when warm, but not so strong in the long term. My poor minion's glasses busted off with the first good fall :( I'd love to see more tutorials and tips to help work with smaller or detail pieces. If you have traditional vinyl working tools, they will help with etching and some shaping and are worth investing in if you plan on playing with the product again and again. One thing I'm not sure about is how the company plans on selling more product, since it is so easy to re-purpose and reuse from one project to the next!
Oh, and a bit of insight, the black, blue, and purple pellets all look the same- I'd like to see the company put an identifier on the vial (such as a colored cap or sticker) so it's not so hard to differentiate between them. If my review has helped you in any way, could you please click on the like button! I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
my mom tried them next to her addi and said i did good, and she wish knew about this line first. as a new knitter I like the slick ness of them, as a starter kit it could a better value, if there were more than 3 sets in it.
but for the price I see why they do so, this way you sample the set, and if you like them you buy the full line.
and hope they make 3.5 inch shorty's , and it would get five stars and ace's, and knitting dreams.
would I say you should buy them, if you need quality yes, if you are learning like me, and price and value are a thing then yes,
and here is the kicker, if you have more time and friends with sets to let you try, some have said there close to other high price brands,
where you get less and cost more. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Love, Love, Love. I love this! As a crochet newbie I started buying a few skeins and though that I would be able to wind by hand-no problem, boy I was wrong, it took me two hours to untangle and wind the yarn on my hand. I had watched a video on how someone did a ball winder, but they had the Royal ball winder which is 60 bucks. That was too much for me, so this one was perfect! I alos read a lot of reviews saying the YBW-B is not as good as this one, so I went to this one from the get go. I was sooooo excited when it arrived, the instructions were a peice of cake (I also watched the youtube video on how to do it just in case) I love this, it's awesome!! What I do (and I did take this advice from watching the video) is that I take the paper cover that the skeins are wrapped in and once I'm done making my yarn cakes I fold the paper and put it into the middle of the yarn ball (or cake) to just make it a little sturdier. I love it and hopefully you'll love it too. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good for gift wrapping and scrapbooking. <div id="video-block-R9C0S0L0F018Z" 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/D1IIvLj%2BzZS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/91Z%2BIN-vJGS.png" class="video-slate-img-url"> This set comes with five 12MM glitter tapes. The amazing thing is the glitter DOES NOT fall off the tape when you use it. Its great for gift wrapping. I have not tried it on scrap booking but I think it would work fine. This is not like traditional washi tape but more like an adhesive tape. I found that the tapes were very easy to apply and easily removed if you need to readjust it or remove it entirely.
The rolls are smaller than I thought and some of the tape (blue especially) broke off while I was using it but I think it was because of the placement on the packaging roll. If you take your time and really hold the blue in place, I found it doesnt break off until you tear or cut it off. The green tape initially started out fine but in the middle of using it the adhesive was on the wrong side (the glitter side) of the tape rendering it useless. The colors are brilliant and shiny and I tried applying the tape to different surfaces and shapes. Most of the tape adhered well and seemed to stay in place. I will have to update the review as time goes on.
I have to give this product 3 stars because of the difficulty in removing the blue tape and the breaking. Also because of the green tape issue. Otherwise, I think this tape would be awesome and would definitely recommend it for many uses.
I will update my review if I deem it necessary. I received this item at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. I hope you find this review helpful and happy Amazon shopping. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I am kind of happy with it. I don't think the product is great but I don't think its horrible either. I've never tried privacy film before so I can't compare it to another brand and my review is only on my experience solely with this one as a first time user. I did look at artscape like the previous reviewer but I wanted to try something cheaper because, being the first time, I didn't want to mess up something expensive.
I wanted it for and 2nd floor, large, sliding bathroom window so I bought enough for it. I installed it by myself and that was a bit tricky because the film kept curling up. Like the previous reviewer, I did notice some of the edges did not adhere well. There are very small tiny areas that are not sticking no matter how much solution I used. (I mixed my own baby shampoo/water like they suggested if you didn't want to buy their installation kit) and a regular squeegee. It worked fine except for those parts that didn't want to stick. I think it has to do with the curling of the sheet.
I will recommend you are focused on what you are doing and not, for example, be immersed in an audio book like I was because I ended up cutting the second half the wrong size and had to do a patch. Its not very visible but I can still tell a little bit. My friends don't notice it until I point it out. I've had it for a few weeks now and am pretty pleased with it. The parts the tiny parts that did not adhere well aren't visible either. At a glance, it looks great.
With the lights on you can still see a good shadow of whats going on from the outside in. I tried this with a mannequin. Its not fully visible but you can clearly see a silhouette so maybe its not the greatest for ground floor bathrooms. I am the only house with a 2nd floor around me and my neighbor has a big tree so I don't mind. I love bright areas and love how this still allows so much light to come in during the day.
Maybe if i'd tried the artscapes brand I wouldn't be satisfied with it but so far I am. If I have to replace it for some reason, now having some experience with it, I would try another brand but this will do for now. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
If using as a puzzle saver, use a squeegee. I purchased this to glue a puzzle. One of the other reviews suggested using a squeegee and that was the best advice ever. It only took 2 coats to seal my puzzle and you can barely even tell it is glued. The white consistency helps you tell if you missed any spots, but it dries clear. I can imagine if you use a brush, you will probably end up with brush marks. Using a squeegee ensures there are no marks. Although the instructions indicate that the finish may be "tacky" and to seal with a clear sealer, I didn't find this to be true for the two coats I applied to my puzzle. Out of the 16 oz bottle, I'm guessing I used about 1 oz per coat using the squeegee.
Edited to include a picture: I wanted to show how much I used for one coat and what it looked like before and after it dried. I tried to get close ups of the finished texture but it was kind of difficult. I wiped the squeegee back and forth a lot over the entire puzzle to get excess glue off and remove lines of excess glue. It does dry fairly quickly, so I would make sure to work at a quick pace. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Know what's in your soap, have fun making your own. On our journey of eating healthier and living greener we found that our bar soaps have unhealthy ingredients. Even in purchasing " natural" bars we have found that all the ingredients are not natural. Thus, we have purchased this organic clear glycerin melt and pour soap base to make our own. Our adult son and daughter in law spend an afternoon with us having so much fun trying different combinations of oils, honey, oatmeal etc. This base melts well in the microwave. We use cups and put in 3 or 4 oz pieces and melt them for a minute or two on high. Each person has they own cup to create their own fragrances. And each person can make as many bars as they desire. We have one science minded person in the group who spends some serious time with his 'formulas' so he makes fewer bars. This soap is so easy to use and so healthy! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works great. If you want this to work then you need to read and follow the instructions. I do pretty well with it but one also has to realize that when bottles don't break perfectly, it can be from several different factors (misuse, imperfections in the glass, dull blade, rushing, etc) and not from the cutting kit itself. My only issues with the cutter is sometimes the plate on the base will slip/slide causing the scoring mark to be uneven/not match up, and that I wish that there were some way to do square bottles on this. Otherwise, this is a pretty good beginners kit and work's great if you're just interested in turning some beer and wine bottles into cups and planters. It's also easy and safe enough for a kid (like 10+ in my opinion) to use if they;re interested in crafting stuff | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
LOVE this rotary cutter. I've had a Fiskars 45mm for a long time and only use it periodically. Most recently I pulled it out and was frustrated with all the little threads still left. I dug out a new (bought several years ago) blade, replaced the old one and nothing changed. So I started searching Amazon since I have a lot of rotary cutting in my future (strips to go around center squares for 3 comforters). I read the reviews for this one and decided, if those customers were in love, I might be, too. OMG, is it marvelous. When I got it and examined it, I realized one of my frustrations with the Fiskars was design: replacing the blade requires removing and replacing a screw and nut, and I always was troubled with the difficulty of tightening enough so it didn't wobble but not so tight that it didn't roll. The Gingher avoids that entire issue with a pre-set knob. Add that to the balance of the instrument in my hand (no longer grasping so hard that a day of cutting equals a hurting hand), and this cutter was clearly well-designed from the bottom up to be a great tool. I always tell my grandkids that the quality of your tools (whether cooking, sewing, home repairs, etc.) determines the level of your success, and this cutter proves my point. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
While the cuttlebug is a good machine and I've used it for years. I searched a lot of the reviews to find comparisons of the Big shot and cuttlebug because I was having problems getting my cuttlebug to cut the spellbinders dies. While the CB did cut them ( with tons of multiple passes) the suction came loose right away so it moved all over the place with every VERY HARD turn of it's 'small' handle. I was actually sweating and almost out of breath by the time it was finished cutting! While the cuttlebug is a good machine and I've used it for years, I have to say that the Big Shot is much better.simply because it's more sturdy and because the handle is larger It's MUCH easier to turn it, so the entire experience is so much easier than the CB. And in the Big Shot those Spellbinders Dies cut the first time! The only thing I really don't like about the Big Shot is when you open the tabs on the multipurpose platform it's so long that you have to find the right place to use the machine. I wish the tabs were separate. And just one more thing--a metal shim is very helpful in both machines. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Everything you need in a glue gun. This is a pretty run of the mill glue gun. I am a heavy crafter so I am quite familiar and comfortable using hot glue guns, they are basically a staple in the world of crafting. I have a few cheap models, they aren't anything fancy, so I was excited to receive this product. Upon unpackaging I was initially pleased with the appearance and size of the glue gun. It is important that it is just the right size to fit in my hand comfortably and the trigger is easy to pull back, which in this case this all rings true. This has a nice power cord length, which is an issue I had with my other glue guns and one of the things that I particularly liked about this. I deducted a star for the fact that this seems to be cheaply made. It seems like it will hold up to regular use so I'm not worried about that, but the plastic body seems to be thin. Also, the stand that is included is pretty flimsy and cheap. It is removable, which was nice and make sure you don't miss it because it isn't attached upon arrival, it's in the packaging. You can retract the stand when it isn't in use, another great quality. It isn't in the way. The glue comes out in a very controlled manner and doesn't make a big mess. I like the precision. From plugging in it only took this glue gun about 60 seconds to be useable, which is impressive. You will receive 15 long, thin glue sticks with this glue gun. I would recommend this product if you are looking for something pretty basic that will get the job done well. It will be my go to glue gun. I received this product free of charge in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Hard to Use, Messy. Was trying to find something to adhere patches on to clothing that worked better than iron-on bond. Read about this, and thought I would give it a try. What a disaster. I ruined a brand new pair of pants (was reinforcing the areas that get worn, trying to prevent the problem before it started) because the glue is so messy. And it is impossible to get it out of the fabric once you make the mess. I tried everything - rubbing alcohol, even lighter fluid to try and dissolve the glue. Nothing worked. It bled through the fabric so now it is on the outside of the pants as well. These pants are made of very thick denim. It soaked right through, despite me using a very thin coat applied with an artist's paintbrush. If you are looking to adhere small things, perhaps embellishments, onto fabrics, this will be fine. It clearly creates a very strong bond. If you are looking to use it in large areas to patch items, or on the inside of items, stick with the iron-on bond and a hidden stitch. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
A cheaper way to make high quality hardcover dust jacket protectors. I have been using this film to make dust jacket protectors for my hardcover book collection, and could not be more happy with the results. The film's thickness, at 0.002, is the perfect thickness for creating the dust jacket covers. The thickness of the film allows the sheets that I cut from the roll to lie flat and curl free. The lack of curling alone makes working with this film a pure joy. The 0.002 thickness allows the film to be easily folded and stay folded in the positions that you desire. Although the film is very easy to work with, the thickness is still great at providing a high level of protection that I expect as a dust jacket protector. Lastly, the clear version of this film, which is what I have been using, is very transparent and clear. Because of this, my dust jacket covers look just as good as if there was no film over them.
I initially purchased this film as an alternative to using Brodart's line of dust jacket protective film, due to Brodart's higher prices and expensive shipping cost ( $7.99 shipping, even with Prime!?!? ). On a related side note, if you intend to use this film to create dust jacket protectors, expect to get 11 or 12 normal size dust jackets covered when using the 12-foot roll.
If you are considering using this film for the same reasons as I have, then you owe it to yourself to give this film a try. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
HORRIBLE STENCH - RETURNED. It smelled so bad that I had to send it back! I can't describe the smell, and I don't know if that's normal for white beeswax since it's the first time I ever used it, but it was a horrible, nasty smell that was definitely the product (not the package it came in or anything). I had other people smell it and they suggested I return it since they said it shouldn't smell like that. It was so offensive that I had to contact the seller and without thinking twice I returned it for a refund. The seller told me that ALL white beeswax pellets smell the same and that's just how it smells. However I can't imagine anyone using these white pellets for anything with such a STRONG pungent odor. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Mix-n-Match Pairs, Clean PRESENTATION, Solid & Assembles/Comes Apart EASILY. Nielsen Bainbridge Metal Frames have been a standard favorite for photographers and galleries for decades. When displaying photo or other art is the point these are great frames. They present a clean and sophisticated frame that does not draw attention away from the subject and presents it in a most effective way.
These aluminum frames are made from pairs of strong extruded segments. They are available in many sizes and colors. With pairs of varying sizes you can build your own custom frame sizes. There are also complete frame kits in standard sizes like 8x10 or 16x20.
Mat, mounting board, glass are all held in place with supplied spring clips and corners are held in place with simple but effective screw tightened brackets. Assembly is easy with just a screwdriver.
Nielsen frames are suitable for in-home or gallery display. A clean and non-distracting presentation that focuses on the artwork is a strong point. and a solid mounting platform.
For decades of good results and making my photographs look good these Nielsen Bainbridge Frames get 5 stars from me.
Hope this helps someone! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Hard to cut straight, and can't cut between 6 and 7 inches. I hope you don't need to make any 6.5 inch cuts with this, as there's no line marker. The green part of the board ends just past 6" and doesn't start again until just before 7. I believe the exact stop and start is 6.25 and 6.875, but if you (like me) make a lot of 5x7 cards and want to make layers, you will not enjoy this cutter.
I also have a hard time getting a perfectly straight cut. It's not that the clamping bar wobbles, but the blade runner does. If you can dedicate a solid surface to this beast of a cutter, and stand to cut while making a firm, single push with your arm, you will enjoy this cutter.
I find myself reaching for the Cutterpede whose arm I've taped back together (and bought this to replace!) 9 times out of 10. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great set of scissors for an even greater price. I use scissors for everything from clipping coupons to trimming fat from meats in the kitchen and this set is pretty awesome. The set includes 4 different sized pairs of scissors - 8", 7", 6.5" and 5.5" each with a soft grip handle and stainless steel blades. I have carpal tunnel and the handles allow for comfortable use without straining my hand or causing numbness issues like I've had with others. The blades are extremely sharp and great for all kinds of household projects and their uniform design allows for both right and left hand users. Now I don't have to run around looking for my scissors every time I need a pair, I keep one in the bathroom, one in the kitchen and 2 in my office for coupons so I'm always prepared and the price for the set is a great deal, I've paid that much for just one pair before.
I received this product at a discounted price or the item was supplied to me at no cost in order to evaluate and share my experience. All opinions are 100% my own and they reflect my honest & unbiased opinion. One may or may not have the same results as myself when using this product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
High Quality Crochet Hooks Offering a Smooth Glide Through Yarn and Comfortable Grip. So... I started crochet with the cheap plastic hooks several years ago and then took a break. A few months ago I started became addicted to making amigurumi (small crochet animals, originating in Japan). On one of the last few projects I worked on I ended up breaking the head off of my hook. So I began to hunt for something better - something stronger. I tried the <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Boye-Aluminum-Crochet-Hook-Set-Sizes-D-K/dp/B001BF3FGE/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Boye Aluminum Crochet Hook Set, Sizes D-K</a> (Sizes D-K). I took them home and tried them out on a current project - the one that had the broken hook, and I had such a difficult time finding a rhythm - these hooks were not polished enough and kept catching on the yarn.
I then tried the <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Susan-Bates-Silvalume-Crochet-Hook-Set-in-Pouch-Sizes-F-G-H-I-J-K/dp/B000XZYISM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Susan Bates Silvalume Crochet Hook Set in Pouch Sizes F, G, H, I, J, K</a> in the Pouch (Sizes F-K) - same thing - they also kept catching on the yarn.
I spoke to a store employee at a local craft store and she said that I should try wood - bamboo - both wood and plastic hooks are warmer than the aluminum and glide better. She was correct. I did like the bamboo hooks, but I wanted something with a handle. I also bought a Tulip Etimo Crochet Hook - which, though aluminum, glided so smoothly through my yarn I was EXTREMELY pleased by it, but I wanted a set.
At this time I also tried the Clover Takumi Getaway Soft Touch Crochet Hooks Gift Set - and it too was amazing. I believe this is because the quality of the aluminum and the craftsmanship is so much better than the Boye and Susan Bates ones. Clover is simply amazing when it comes to quality and thought when creating a product. The handles are comfortable and easy to grip without putting too much strain on your hands - allowing you to crochet for longer - though it is still smart to periodically stretch your hands and wrists and take short breaks. The crochet hooks glide oh-so-smoothly through any type of yarn, allowing me to build up a solid rhythm and not have to pause every few seconds to try and get the hook through the loop because it kept catching on the yarn. The shape of the head is more oval, allowing it to catch the yarn very easily. The amazing thing is that these are also made of aluminum and yet there is a great difference between the Japanese Clover brand crochet hooks and those made by Susan Bates or Boye. I should add that these ARE MADE IN JAPAN and not China or somewhere else. I also bought the <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Clover-Knitting-Stitch-Counter-Mini-Kacha-Kacha/dp/B000WUXO4W/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Clover Knitting Stitch Counter Mini Kacha-Kacha</a> so I can crochet in meetings at work or in some of our training classes and not worry about counting and re-counting rows.
Conclusion: If you're beyond the plastic beginner stage - invest in some quality hooks like the Clover Takumi Getaway Soft Touch Crochet Hook Gift Set. The great thing about this set is that it comes with Hooks C(2.75mm), D(3.25mm), E(3.5mm), F(3.75mm), G(4.0mm), H(5.0mm), I(5.5mm) and J(6.0mm) - which are great to start out with or provide a range of sizes to use for various projects.
If you're planning on teaching family or friends to crochet, consider this set as a gift or recommendation. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Nearly identical to what you buy from the larger craft store chains, but at a much more reasonable price. The foam bricks were as described, and they were much more reasonably priced than the same product at the major crafting stores. The only reason I am not giving this product a five star review is that the foam was a little drier (and thus crumbled easier) than wet foam I've worked with in the past. I think it might have been a little older than what you get in the store, or it was exposed to too much heat during shipping. Whatever the reason for that small issue, I would still recommend the foam for people looking for affordable wet floral foam, as the crumbling is not an issue at all once the foam is wet. It is only an issue if you are cutting the foam into small pieces, prior to wetting the foam (which is what I had to do for the craft I was using the foam for). All-in-all, this was a good product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Tandy Leather 1/4" Black Chicago Screws. I rekindled an old hobby that I gave up to hunt the almighty $$, now that I can restart my old passion, I was happy to see that Tandy was still the very best for items that working with leather requires- These Chicago screws are top quality at a very good price, perfect for the knife sheaths I make for my handmade Damascus knives, pouches for belt mounted packs and other leather items, these screws have very high quality cut threads, made from quality steel with a very durable finish- Thanks Tandy for still making the best in fasteners for leather, and Thanks to Amazon for allowing us "backwoods folks" to shop without driving 70+ miles | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Purchased from enjoy_buy100. The cutter is sturdy with wood handle. The tray is very flexible because you are ultimately going to turn it inside out to release the log. Mine was green and arrived from China in about 15 days. I literally just filled my mold with a batch of cp soap now, so I have yet to see how it releases, but so far I feel I got what I ordered.
Because the mold is flexible, I prop each side with one brick.... way easier than trying to balance a stack of books on each side. I lay the brick on its side and its perfect height and width. Also, best to put the mold where you want to leave it for the first 24 hours so that you don't have to move it when its full after the fact.
If my mold releases nicely I will buy at least one more... maybe more depending on how addicted to this hobby I get.
PS... if you've ever struggled to find awesome recipes, go check out Pinterest! I just typed in "cold process soap recipes" and couldn't believe the amount of information I received! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Peel and stick peels but does not stick. This is the first time I tried cutting out peel and stick vinyl letters, and it was a bust. I thought I would buy white vinyl and cut out my letters rather than paint them on my glass window. However, after placing the cut out letters on the window, they began to peel off, and we had to go back and paint the letters. Also, I tried painting the white vinyl with acrylic to save having to have a variety of colored vinyl sheets on hand. That didn't work as the paint peeled off. Granted, the product was not advertized and a paint surface; but now we know. I like the potential, but will look for another type of material next time. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Stirring and temperature warning. The instructions aren't kidding when they mention that you need to stir, stir, stir! (3 minutes couldn't hurt...) AND temperature is of even greater importance, I think. Make sure everything (your work, the items that you are embedding, and the resin) is at LEAST 75'F. (I think instructions say 70'?...) I'm pretty sure I got a sticky (non-curing) batch at 70'. ?.. I have to use a space heater in the winter to heat up the room. Also.. don't try super-small batches... (ie. 1 oz total?) It doesn't cure as well....
You should also experiment with cheaper resins from the hardware store. (I think they call them bar-top resins... (2-part.. equal parts.. just like the Ice resin.. ) They cure just a hard, but with maybe an ever-so-slight tint. (no noticeable for smaller work in my experience..)
above all: practice, practice, practice! I've used this product about ten times, and I still learn something every time.
Good luck! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
these will be a great option due to the price. At this price, I purchased 3 drum covers (2 for drum heads, one to turn into lace). Items arrived well packaged and undamaged. Prior to purchase I contacted seller with questions about the product and all mails were answered promptly. Thanks, Tony!
The hides were, as expected, a lot thinner than then other hides you might consider for drum making--such as elk--so if you haven't made a drum before, these will be a great option due to the price, short soak time and ease of stretching. This big 24" round will also let you turn some of it into lace if you are making a smaller drum (such as a 16"). Cut a 1/4" wide strand starting from the outside and keep cutting in a spiral pattern until the round is the correct diameter for your drum. It should offer more than enough lace for your project.
Great price, great product and great company. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Worth the money, but too much per packet. I watched the video of sugru online and I was instantly sold. I remember the days of blu-tak before 3M strips were a thing and I love seeing these new adhesive products hit the market.
It does exactly as advertised. I've used it to mount indoor security cameras, fix a broken metal colander, and to fill in cracked plastic. Definitely can think of a lot more uses for the stuff.
It felt a little pricey when you break it down per pack, but upon using my first set, I realized that each individual sugru pack contained a fair amount of the stuff, which mean you could do a lot with it. My feedback to the company would be to have an alternative packaging that came in half the size so that if you only needed a little bit for a repair, you're not forced to use a whole pack. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great Transfer Paper Tape. It's getting harder and harder to find transfer PAPER! Some die cut machine brands used to make them and sell them in big box stores but it seems that is now a thing of the past. Thankfully Angel Crafts is still making/selling it. While you can use transfer paper or transfer tape with adhesive vinyl this is my preferred type to use with vinyl that is going on to glass. If you are a crafter who likes to use the "wet method" while applying vinyl to glass then this is the type of paper tape you want to use! The transfer paper picks up the vinyl pretty well and the lines on the paper tape help you align your design onto whatever surface you are transferring to. If you are using the wet method it does dry quickly allowing you to remove the paper in a shorter amount of time then other paper tapes I've used before! I would definitely recommend! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great for simple shapes, not for complex details. This moldable plastic works just as described, an really is amazing! The one thing that you have to learn for yourself is that the plastic has a pretty low heat capacity and is a pretty good conductor of heat. That means the plastic both heats up and cools down fairly quickly, making it somewhat difficult to make complex shapes or work on it for very long, at least when starting out. Also, avoid rolling it or touching it against porous materials or other plastics, it will try and stick if it's at the right temperature. It takes a bit of practice and work, but if you can't afford a 3D printer, this is a great alternative for simple objects! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
The only googly eyes you will ever have to buy. I purchased this pack of googly eyes after I had already purchsed two diffrent bags of googly eyes off Amazon, but they came in flimsy bags and I like to do crafts with my grandchildren of all ages & it was a nightmare trying to dig for the right size googly eye in the bags as they were all in the bags together or little separate bags where they were dumping them all over and it was just easier to sweep them up and throw them away....This package though came in a nice little plastic re-usable container that have all the googly eyes separated per size in little compartments and is so much more user friendly~~!!** It was just a tad more expensive, but this sits right on my desk and is definitely our go to GOOGLY EYES for projects, so if your looking for googly eyes this is definitely the one stop purchse~~!!** | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
The best sewing scissors you will ever buy. Not much needs to be said about Ginghers quality. I am an avid sewist/quilter and machine embroidered and all my scissors are Ginghers. I bought this pair of shears because the last pair I had for nearly 20 years needed sharpening and I couldn't find anyone locally that would sharpen them. I since found someone that will sharpen the old pair, as well as my pinking shears, I am so excited to have all these working pairs of Ginghers in my possession! The old pair still looked brand new! Ginghers in my opinion are the best quality scissors you can get. As with any high quality tool you do need to treat these right and understand what you can and cannot cut with them, for example I would not cut fleece with these, but I will cut leather and suede. These scissors will last you many many years if you care for them properly. Be sure to always store them in the included sleeve. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good soap mold. This is a great mold for making soap in general. The soap pieces release easily and more important I don't have to cut it, as I do not have a suitable soap cutter for cutting a round soap cake. My only complain is that the mica and glitter particles stick on the mold and cannot be simply rinsed off. I had to wipe them off with a paper towel and there were still some residues left. If you are using a lot of mica and glitter on your soap as I do, keep this in mind. Personally, I think it is a good mold, if you are on a budget or just start to make soap cakes and don't want to invest too much. In a long run, maybe a professional round soap cake mold would be ideal.
Btw, when the cavities are fully filled, they bowl a little. I personally don't mind too much. However, if you do, this mold is probably not for you... | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Fast Service. Just placed a third order for Jelly Beadz pearls. I don't write these reviews since I'm usually Mr. Negative. However, when something works.... Ordered from Jelly Beadz and each time these things came fast! So far, we've used the white, black, and now the clear and golden yellow. If you're going to light up the vase with the little LED tea lights, be sure to only use 1/3 black if you want some light in the vase. These things are neat. Be sure to keep them out if certain places, like your plumbing, the air intake on your vehicle before a rain, away from food, etc. Takes about 20-24 hours for these guys to fully expand when using San Jose water. I'm sure distilled or purified water would be faster. The Wife Unit has had a large bowl of these inflated for about six months now and she's "washed" them once and feeds them a little water once in while to keep them plump as the water very slowly evaporates over the months. Thanks Jelly Beadz for fast service with exact product representation. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Use Li-Ion batteries and you're in business ! Does not heat up with NiMh at all . This is a good glue gun, with a big design oversight - this is why you buy it so cheap. But the good news is that there's a fix for it ! The battery function will not heat up the gun or at least it takes forever. I guess you're supposed to heat it up using cord then switch to batteries to maintain heat... So, I tried putting 2 LiIon batteries which raised the voltage to 7-8V instead of 5-6V you're getting with regular AA-s. The gun heated in under 2 minutes. If you want to use LiIon please keep this in mind:
- use only 2 Li-Ion : 14500 (same size as AA but 3.7V) or 14650 and use 2 "dummy" / spacers, for the later you might have to do a DIY 34 mm dummy battery using a brass / aluminum rod and add tape around to bring to a 14mm diameter.
- make sure your batteries have protection PCB !!! or your batteries will be one-time use only until first discharge
- do not be tempted to use 3 or 4 LiIon batteries , remember these are 4.2V-3V instead of 1.5V so this will raise your voltage so high that your gun will be smoking. Use the "dummy" / spacers instead . LiIon batteries will be only 900-1100 mAh so have spares or use this gun only for quick jobs.
Finally, remember 14500 Li-Ion batteries are evil since they are same size as AA, but have almost triple the voltage ( 4.2V-3.0V) ! make sure you mark them so nobody in household is tempted to use them in some other device. This might ruin your other device instantly. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Really good mix of carving tools---every shape you would need. I do lots of various art forms including stamp carving and wood carving. I needed a new set of carving tools. I picked the UltimateCreek Carving tool set and have been very happy with my set! It includes 12 different carving shapes/tools. I found this set was very diverse and had every shape I needed to get the right angles while I worked. The metal tips were sharp and left a very clean edge. Each tool has a smooth wood handle that felt very comfortable in my hand. My favorite part of this kit was the included plastic case! I loved having a case to store all my tools so that I didn't loose anything AND all my tips stayed sharp (instead of getting banged around in a drawer!) This would be a great set for an art student or anyone want to explore with carving arts.
I was given this product for free or at a discount in exchange for my honest review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I like it. I like it. I'm glad I didn't read the reviews on this before ordering it, I don't know that I would have purchased it but Im so glad i did! I have two ATG guns, I have a paper crafting related business and I go thru a ton of adhesive so the ATG is great for that BUT the guns are always jamming up and having to be rewound. When they work they are awesome and I can go a long time between loading. I wanted to try this little gun for quick on the go crafting so I didn't have to lug my ATG gun with me since it takes up so much space in my bag. So far I have not had any jams and I am LOVING it for scrapbooking and card making. Great little easy to use gadget. The adhesive slides right into the handle, no fuss. I will update if it starts to fail but for now I have had it a few weeks and am using it to make my December Daily project life scrapbook album and it's working great. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Specific bats used for a specific wheel that work well. These are pretty good so far, I have eight of them. One important thing is to store them vertically (standing up) so warping is minimized. They do not work like plaster bats if you trim and finish your bottoms. The vessel must be completely dry to slide off the bat like plaster bats. I suggest if you are throwing your vessels, to throw a thicker bottom so that the vessel can be cut off the wheel leaving enough clay on the foot for trimming, (cut through twice).Then you can leave the vessel to dry to leather hard for trimming.
A tip: use a black permanent waterproof marker to draw concentric circles about an inch apart on the bats before you use them it is almost impossible to do it even after one use. Those circles will come in handy for centering. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Mix and Match for a Party. I love all the red and orange washi that comes in this 12 pack roll! Each roll comes with 10 yards each of very nice washi. Allydrew is some of the best washi I have found. The colors are vibrant, the patterns detailed and numerous. It is equivalent to any you can find at any of your local craft stores. It lays down easily (and lifts up for readjustments if necessary). I use the side of a ruler to tear mine in an even straight line and it tears with ease. This package of washi can be used together or each roll will stand out on its own. I like that you can mix and match the patterns to use more than one roll on a project. Grab a few rolls of washi and have a decorating party!!
I review this and all Allydrew washi I received from AMZ on my YouTube channel (sprngbrd *) Check that out
This normally retails for $15.99 but I received it at the discounted rate of only $9.79 in exchange for my honest review | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
This doesn't smell quite like Lily of the Valley (I not only have a . This doesn't smell quite like Lily of the Valley (I not only have a window box of the sweet flower year round, but it grows all over my home), and it's not as long lasting as it's been stated. It will not get rid of garbage can stink, it will not last for months and still smell close to the flower, and you will need to use more than a couple of drops for it to be effective in even such a place like a dresser drawer (which is why I purchased it for in the first place). I even used in a room defuser and scent became "old" or "stale" smelling within a couple weeks. Now, to me, it just smells like Tube Roses, which if you like that flower's scent, excellent, but I don't. It's okay, but not worth the price. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
CAN BE] Gr8 for cosplay. I have used this brand to cosplay for a few years now and restock/order more often!
If you put it on right, it looks absolutely perfect and lasts pretty well, just make sure to use spray sealant and do occasional touchups!
INDIVIDUAL COLOR RATINGS:
Light Grey- basically perfect for homestucking, less blue than shown, good coverage.
Ochre Yellow- got Maroon instead, buy at own risk.
Apricot- came in a tad more boldly colored, though all around quite well represented by the picture.
Pale Blue- Looked really good, albeit slightly light for Sapphire from SU cosplay. Also very good coverage, i recommend it.
Purple- Came in dry as the fricking Sahara. Terrible coverage, streaky. My friend should have tested before the con.
Yellow: when mixed with Apricot, worked perfectly to make a midtone, and the Maroon that was sent to me instead of the Ochre I had ordered made for a good accent when doing Wrathia makeup!
Maroon: since I did get this instead of the Ochre, it works very nicely no complaints.
White: super good coverage, very opaque, no streaks. I was able to paint over no problem as well! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
DOES THE JOB. There is a large family of Goop adhesives, "All Purpose", "Automotive", "Craft", "Household", "Lawn and Garden", "Marine", "Plumbing", "RV", "Sport and Outdoor", and "Wood and Furniture" As far as I can tell, all are identical. Some varieties (such as Marine Goop) meant for outdoor use may be more UV resistant. So, at least for indoor use, I suggest buying the cheapest. In the local hardware store, "Household Goop" is usually the cheapest. At the time of this writing, "Plumbing Goop" is the cheapest on Amazon.
IN GENERAL
Goop will bond virtually any material, including leather, plastics, glass, and metal. The bond is clear, very strong, waterproof, and hard but flexible.
EXAMPLES
Examples are endless. In addition to the examples below, I've used it to repair ceramic plant pots and shoes. I also use it to seal rust spots on my dishwasher rack. The Goop it also makes a "cushioned" surface that will prevent scratches to dishes. I use Goop to close small holes in window screens. I've used Goop to seal holes in air-mattresses.
ELECTRICAL
Goop is far superior to electrical tape for splicing wires, re-insulating cat-chewed wires, waterproofing and vibration-proofing electrical connections. There is a black variety of "Shoe Goop" if you want your repair to be less noticeable.
PLUMBING
> Goop is great for sealing small leaks (including garden hose connections, etc.). However, you have to turn off the water, and the connections must be absolutely dry. Moreover, it takes several days for Goop to dry to reasonable strength. If you turn on the pressure before then you will make a water balloon. It's better to wait a week. Moreover, it may take several applications to get a thick enough layer of Goop to hold against normal household pressure--so a sink, toilet, etc. may be out-of-commission for at least three days waiting for the Goop to dry. You may be able to reinforce the Goop by imbedding unwaxed dental floss in it before it dries.
> Plumber's Goop has recently been repackaged as "Plumbing Goop Thread Tape & Paste". Although I don't understand how they can call glue "tape", it works well as a pipe thread paste. Recently, I had to disassemble my kitchen sink waste line to "snake" it out. When I reassembled the old plastic piping, I had several leaks. So, I disassembled the components, dried them, and applied GOOP to the threads and compression fittings and reassembled, which solved all but one of the leaks. A little external GOOP solved the remaining leak. Since the waste line does not have to hold against (water) pressure, only a few hours drying time was needed.
SHORTCOMINGS
1) An opened tube thickens quickly. Store open tubes in a small glass jar with a tight metal lid. Old thick Goop does not work well for some uses (such as repairing shoes), but is perfect when you need a thick application--such as insulating an exposed electrical connection or to hold pressure in a leaking water line. It is best to start with a thin layer from a new tube to maximally bond to the surface
2) Until it dries, Goop flows, alot. Therefore a thickly-applied layer may dry to a very thin layer (because most of the glue has flowed somewhere else). So, it may be essential to apply several thin layers (at intervals of 4 hours or longer) rather than one thick layer. Alternatively, you can apply a thicker layer of old thick Goop over an initial layer of new Goop. If possible, arrange the pieces you are gluing to minimize flowing, i.e., usually horizontal. For several hours, depending on the temperature etc., the glue is "repositionable" after thickening a little, that is, you can push it back into place. Unfortunately, if you use too many layers or "reposition" the glue too much, the result is not as attractive.
3) Except when still tacky (when it can be removed with naphtha or acetone), Goop is essentially non-cleanup-able. So, for example, while it might be terrific for fixing a leaking windshield, if you mess up and your application is ugly, there is essentially nothing you can do about it. Although Goop is terrific for repairing a broken ceramic statuette--if a little extra oozes out, there is no way to clean it up the excess. You could simply peel/rub-off excess silicon glue. You could simply wipe off "white glue" and clean up with a moist paper towel.
4) The fumes are strong and toxic. Allow glued items to dry in a well-ventilated area (ideally out-of-door) for several days. When doing alot of gluing, I work in my carport with a large utility fan blowing the fumes away---and still usually get a nasty headache. It is best to use gloves when working with Goop.
TO GOOP OR NOT TO GOOP
While Goop is truly miraculous--there are situations when other types of glue are better choices.
White Glue: For most light-duty indoor household applications which do not have to be waterproof, ordinary household white glue is much safer, cleanup is much easier, and in most cases repairs are redo-able if you make a mistake. For example: <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Elmer-s-All-Multipurpose-White-Glue-7-5-8-oz-E379/dp/B0013CBH9M/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Elmer's All Multipurpose White Glue, 7 5/8 oz. (E379)</a>
Wood Glue: Carpenters's wood glue is essentially water-proof (when dry) white household glue. It is much better than Goop for most wood repairs. It penetrates and strengthens the wood. It is much safer, and cleanup is much easier. If the joint breaks again (because the wood is weak), it can be re-glued. For example: <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Elmer-s-E701-Carpenter-s-Wood-Glue-8-Ounce/dp/B000QH5MUA/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Elmer's E701 Carpenter's Wood Glue 8-Ounce</a>
Silicon Glue: Silicon glue is best for glass, and when you want a truly flexible connection (for example, to absorb vibrations). It is a better choice for general household use on glass, plastic, and metal when you do not need the maximum possible strength. It is safer than Goop, and cleanup is easier. Like Goop, silicon glue takes days to reach reasonable strength, weeks to reach maximum strength. For example: <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/GE-Silicone-II-Household-Glue-2-8-oz/dp/B002J998DA/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">GE Silicone II Household Glue, 2.8 oz</a>
Epoxy: When you need a strong rigid workable (e.g. sandable surface) adhesive, particularly for use on metal or hard plastic, epoxy is a much better choice. For joining metal "J&B Weld" epoxy is best. Most epoxies dry with little running or shrinkage, and so are good for filling gaps. Epoxies are safer than Goop, and cure much quicker. The major drawback to epoxies is that they consist of two parts (resin and hardener) which must be mixed in small batches, and then applied with your own applicator (e.g., a toothpick or popsicle stick). Some are packaged in a dual-syringe---but that is not an adequate solution, because the components must still be manually mixed in order harden to maximum strength. Previously, a major drawback was that most epoxy was yellowish brown---but now truly ear epoxies are available. For example: <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/J-B-Weld-8265-S-Cold-Weld/dp/B0006O1ICE/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">J-B Weld 8265-S Cold Weld</a> <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/CLEARBOND-H-3S-Clear-Strong-Epoxy-Adhesive-Syringe-85oz/dp/B001J9J6VA/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">CLEARBOND H-3S Clear Strong Epoxy Adhesive Syringe - .85oz</a>
Super-Glue (Krazy Glue): Super-glue is very strong, rigid, and fast. In many ways it is similar to 2-minute epoxy---except that no mixing is required. Although very hard, super-glue is brittle, and so, is not recommended for flexible objects. Super-glue is hazardous in that it can easily glue fingers (etc.) together. Previously, I used super-glue frequently on objects (e.g., jewelry) when a clear bond was required---however, Goop is better for such applications, and clear epoxies have become available. Opened super-glue keeps poorly, even in tightly sealed glass containers---so I recommended packages of multiple very small tubes. <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/BAZIC-Super-Glue-3-grams-0-10-ounces-6-Per-Pack/dp/B003BSF7ZG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">BAZIC Super Glue, 3 grams 0.10 ounces, 6 Per Pack</a><a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Krazy-Glue-KG92548R-Instant-Krazy-Glue-All-Purpose-Brush-0-18-Ounce/dp/B000BQSFSM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Krazy Glue KG92548R Instant Krazy Glue All Purpose Brush 0.18-Ounce</a>
APPLICATOR TIP
If you use the applicator tip, and do not use the entire tube at one time, much unused glue remains in the tip, which is wasted and clogs up the tip. If you plan to use the glue again within about a week, then jam an old unused (uncut) applicator tip over the one on the tube, and store in a small glass jar with a tight lid. If you aren't likely to do more gluing within two weeks, remove the tip and put the cap back on (and store the tube in a small jar with a tight lid) If it is necessary to clean out an applicator tip, then take it off the tube, let the glue dry for several days, then pull it out with tweezers.
CONCLUSION
Goop is one of those "miracle" products with a thousands uses, which needs to be a permanent part of any household. Other such items include silicon grease <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Permatex-22058-Dielectric-Tune-up-Grease-3-oz/dp/B000AL8VD2/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Permatex 22058 Dielectric Tune-up Grease - 3 oz.</a> painter's tape <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/ScotchBlue-Painter-s-Tape-2090-1E2-1-Inch-by-60-Yards-1-Roll/dp/B00004Z4CP/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">ScotchBlue Painter's Tape 2090-1E2, 1 Inch by 60 Yards, 1 Roll</a>, and WD-40. <a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/WD-40-Spray-Lubricant-16-oz/dp/B002WYBVYQ/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">WD-40 Spray Lubricant - 16-oz.</a>
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There are positives and a few negatives. This palette had a great selection of colors, provided paintbrushes and stencils, which was nice. I found that I didn't get much coverage when I used the brushes, but had some more success when I just used my fingers. It may take a few coats to get the coverage you want, but if you just experiment a bit, you should be able to figure it out. I tried one of the stencils and it did not work for me at all, unfortunately. The color bled a lot so the letters looked really bad and it was as if I hadn't used a stencil at all. I have extremely sensitive skin and skin allergies, so I was worried about how my skin would react to the paint and unfortunately I was right to worry. I only had it on for long enough to take a few pictures and it was extremely hard to remove. I didn't really have much of a problem while the paint was on, but once I had to remove it, it really irritated my skin and my fibromyalgia. I did get a few suggestions on how to remove it easier and for a cream that provides a barrier between your skin and the paint, so if you also have sensitive skin and/or fibromyalgia, I suggest you make sure you have a means of easy removal, such as lotion or really good makeup remover wipes and invest in a good barrier cream. It worked for what I needed it for, but there were a few kinks I had to work through. Overall, a great product for the price. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Disappointing (eraser collector and creator here. This clay is not very good eraser clay. Once baked it's really hard and doesn't erase well. Sculpey usually does great with their clay and I was so excited for this clay but the finished product is just not very good. The clay itself when working with it gets really sticky and gooey. I've worked with many different types of clay as well as other brands of eraser clay. I baked my creations per the instructions and was very said that the eraser was hard and did not function like an eraser should. It erased, but it took the paper with it. I even tried different baking times and temperatures to see if I went wrong somewhere. But no. If you're looking for a great eraser clay, go with creatables eraser clay. It's amazing and works really well once baked. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works like described. The glass bottle cutter came exactly as described. I've never used one before so I don't have anything to compare it to. It was very easy to assemble just follow the pictures that are included. I had a little difficulty on the bottle I chose to first test it out on, the opening seemed to be the wrong size so the the part on the cutter didn't want to sit in it without being held down. It took a little bit to get the hang off, but worked just as directed. You just have to remember that this is real king just scoring the glass you will have to use the hot then cold method and possibly the tapper to get the bottle to seperate. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Amazing and Magical Product. This glue was used to seal a tiny tear line in the soft fine leather seat of a newer European car with light leather colored seats, a 3 mm cut in the leather finish. I has conditioner the leather about a week ago, prior to this repair.
Placed drop sized glob of glue with a new toothpick smeared it slightly over the tear.
I then spread it with my finger ( removes safely and does not stick to skin). It was tacky and dry. It started to come off the leather. The tear was gone. The glue had penetrated and sealed the cut unfinished leather tear area.
I looked and could not see it and tear with the naked eye. It was gone.
Glue looks and pours like an Elmers type of glue,white. It dries faster and clear. It contains latex, and is non-toxic, and made in the U.S.A.
This glue will bond to unfished leather and also suede and carpet. So I would avoid getting it spilled or used on those type if surfaces, for the repair that I did.
I bought this item on my own for this repair and I highly recommend this product. This is an unpaid personal endorsement. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Excellent Deal. This is a great price for a great product. I was at first talked into buying Gingher shears by all the great reviews. In the end I returned them because I found them too heavy and difficult on my hands. I would rather use these Fiskars any day! The large shears are comfortable to hold and easy on the hands. I love the smaller scissors for cutting out small pieces of fabric or snipping threads. I admit that I don't use the thread snips as much as the others, but all three are good quality and will last a long time. All three are very sharp and durable. The price is unbeatable- I would highly recommend. I am happy with my purchase. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Useful. I do a variety of crafting and thought this would come in handy - for some reason I didn't realize this roll was 4 ft wide, so that was a surprise, but also an excellent value for the price.
So far I've drafted a skirt pattern on this, and it's durable enough for many more uses - unlike store-bought patterns. I've used this to wrap a small package and mail it - useful since I expect to be mailing stuff a bit more these days. I've also used it to cover the covers of a scrapbook - I've never made one before and had some foamboard around, seemed like a better use than going out and buying a book. I expect I'll have more use for it come christmas - it might not be exciting wrapping paper, but it'll do the job, and much more affordably. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
I Love Mod Podge - A Loyal User of Mod Podge for Decades - Great Finish and Glue for Craftspeople and Artists. Mod Podge is one of the best products for collage artists, journal artists, and sketchbook artists who use images to create classroom art sketchbooks. You can use it like glue and it seals very well and creates a waterproof surface. It has a slight sheen like satin when done. It holds better than most school glues and can be brushed on with a sponge brush, a sponge, or an artist's brush. Use it on the underside and on the outside to secure your images. You can use marker over it and pens. You can now choose from an array of finishes, so if you need matte, look for the Mod Podge matte finish instead. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
fun, but wish more clay was included. My kids were so excited when this arrived! We so often play with playdoh and they were ready for a bit of variety. The item arrived as described on amazon. Each color of clay is individually wrapped, and it is a really fun and unique texture. The kids got busy sculpting immediately, and they enjoyed the step-by-step instructions for how to make each piece (in one box, a banana and pear, in the other a green pepper and mushroom).
I was surprised and a little disappointed with the amount of clay that is included. If you follow the instructions, each piece that you sculpt will be roughly two inches in height (in the instructions it shows the pieces to be about half the size of a soda can).
The box states that this product is for ages 5+. However, I gave it to both my 5 and 3 year old. My 3 year old daughter definitely spent more time playing with it. My 5 year old did well making the green pepper, but got bored more quickly. My 3 year old did end up mixing the colors together (they cant be separated once that happens), but she enjoyed the product more.
Overall it was a fun product that both kids enjoyed. However, for the price I most likely won't be purchasing again. I received this product at a discount in return for my unbiased review. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Thick and perfect for most Art projects. Pros...
Thick paper.. Unlike some others that say construction paper but are paper thin!
Easy to cut !
Paint and markers do not bleed through !
Glue holds well to the the paper so beads, buttons or glitter won't fall off easily!
Easy for young children to hold without getting paper cuts ! ( although I'm not saying it cant happen! )
Bright colors!
This huge book gives you a variety of colors that are perfect for any theme year round !
Safe non toxic paper!
A great deal with amazons pricing since the our local store offers 1/2 the amount of paper for the same price! So it's a must for me! My daughter does art just about everyday so it's good to have a lot extra on hand !
Cons!
NONE!!!!
Please let me know if my review was helpful in your inquiry or purchase ! Thanks | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Would have given it 5 stars but- shipping seemed like it took forever (which is expected so I'm not . Would have given it 5 stars but- shipping seemed like it took forever (which is expected so I'm not really complaining) and in the bag is what I can only describe as saw dust. And not like a huge amount, I almost didn't notice it at all, but there's just enough that if you're making something and you go to take one from its little baggy and two are stuck together so you pull them apart and get a surprise confetti of saw dust sprinkled on whatever your making. True story. Lol but it's not a big deal, just a tad bit annoying. I personally would have liked them to be a bit smaller but that's just me. Awesome little skulls though. Great for the price. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
These feathers are of beautiful quality and great for all crafts. <div id="video-block-R1TYQWUXFLD7B8" 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/B1jVdRnfpCS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/91yKnX2NauS.png" class="video-slate-img-url"> Very nice quality ostrich feathers. I ordered these to make an ostrich costume for my daughter's school play and it come out beautifully. These white feathers measured anywhere from 7 to 9" tall and were very full and fluffy. They were a much better quality than the ones my local craft store had for sale. I would definitely order them again. Please see my photos and video to see an example of how I used them. I hot glued these white feathers along with some black feathers to the underside of a black tutu skirt. These arrived nicely packaged and they shipped quickly. If you have a craft project to work on and you need some nice quality feathers, you should order these. They worked wonderfully. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
You Rock. I had a young cat, Cocoa who had a little tattoo on his belly that the vet put there when he was neutered. I live close to an airport. I get low flying planes here all the time. Often when one flew overhead I'd say to him "De plane "Tattoo", De plane!" From the old show Fantasy Island. Cocoa passed away at 1 year old in January. A friend made a beautiful wooden box that I'm putting momentos in. Things that he played with or that remind me of him. I ordered this wooden plane fearing it may get here broken but it came unscathed!! Completely unscratched and in one piece. I cried when I saw it. THANK YOU so very much. Thank you for making it even more special. I'll put it in his box. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
This kit makes it very easy to cut glass. This kit makes it very easy to cut glass. The only thing I would like, is if there were a few replacement blades included in the kit. I had a huge Christmas project this year, and was cutting almost 50 wine bottles. I got through all of them, but I think I'll need new blades before I can do anymore. Also, I didn't use the sand or sand paper included. It would take too much time, so I ended up using a belt sander. I used the candle after I etched the glass and went over the cut until the glass was hot then used an ice cube over and over until I heard the glass crack. After the first bottle, the rest were easy. I did my whole project in 1 afternoon. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Makes great Impressions. The Sizzix machine works wonderfully on cardstock type paper. I bought this machine to add a little something to our wedding invites and it works just as expected. The embossing are thick and have lots of texture and details. I have noticed when I do attempt to use it on just regular 20lb computer paper the impression comes out great but around it the paper crinkles a little. A quick fix for this if you need it to be on computer paper (as I did) place the computer paper with a sheet of scrap cardstock then the paper doesn't wrinkle.
Also when embossing envelopes the envelopes for 5x7 cards do not fit in the machine you will have to use smaller cards to emboss the envelopes too BUT the actual 5x7 card itself does fit perfectly!
Again great product for anybody who loves to scrapbook, make cards, or just fun invites for birthdays etc this is the perfect starter kit! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Finally found a tape that works and doesn't show ( but see update. Exactly the right color for an old wood fence repair. I've tried several different kinds and colors of tape with limited success but here's why this is better. I do wish it came in a bigger roll, but this size roll is easy to handle at least. The color blends so closely with the old weathered fence, you can't even see it from a distance so my repair is not noticeable at all.
One of my wooden posts is rotted beneath the ground making the fence wobbly in that location. The boards are good and holding it up, but I knew I had to do something. I decided to put off replacing the post by stabilizing it with a metal post. That worked well, but the metal post was very visible, especially the white painted top part. By covering the shiny metal post with this mat colored tape and running lengths of the tape around the two posts together where the shiny wire holds them together, I've now made the repair nearly invisible. So far the tape has not peeled away and is holding up well, which is more than I can say for the gorilla tape I tried which gave out almost immediately. I suppose this printed tape pattern will fade over time, but I'll eventually have to get the fence properly fixed anyway. In the meantime, it's doing the job.
Update 12/3/17 Still holding really well, but the color has faded to plain light green so is no longer invisible like it was before. Be aware. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Love, love, love these nippers. Handy tool for sewing. So excited to find these on Amazon! I fell in love with these nippers when I lived in China. These are exactly how they were sold in the sewing markets. One of the handful of things we wish we could find at home (nippers, cheap double stick tape for school projects, and osmanthus trees)
Here is what they are good for: Nipping little threads. Yes, that's it! They quickly cut with no hassle. My mother and daughter put these on ribbons and keep them around their neck. I prefer to keep them on the table. I help with costumes in the high school plays and these are perfect for catching hanging threads as actors walk by.
If you sew you probably already have many scissors and seam rippers. This is simply a part of your toolkit. These sharp pointed nippers help seam rip in a pinch but can't beat the shape of a seam ripper. They don't cut fabric, that's not what it's designed to do.
Do not expect to keep a pair forever. That's why you buy the pack. At this price, when they wear out (usually 2 years for my light sewing needs) you get out a new one. And yes, they are very oily in the packaging. Keep new unused ones away from your fabrics. Now that I can get them in the USA I don't have to hide my last few pairs from everyone else. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Great. I was hesitant to buy these due to one reviewer's comment about how they're thin and flimsy and not heavyweight, but I ordered the smaller size of these and normal 4" ones from another company, and both didn't work. (Too small. Too thin.) So, seeing the thickness difference between the two I ordered, I crossed my fingers and ordered these. I'm glad I did too because they're much thicker than the normal ones (not heavyweight), and they worked perfectly for what I needed them to do. (Backs/bases of paper flowers.) Since I used it for crafts, I'm not sure how they would hold up as actual coasters, but they're not "thin" like a previous poster mentioned. My pictures show the 100 count heavyweight vs 125 count normal weight. You can see the 100 count is much taller despite having 25 less coasters. These are also packaged in a shrink wrapped plastic and a zip top bag which is great for storing unused coaster after opening. The other ones I ordered from a different company only came shrink wrapped, so if I didn't use all of them, I'd have open/exposed coasters or would have to use a bag that's not fitted for them. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
to get a good idea of what Quince fragrance oil is probably going . To be entirely fair, this review is actually not about the specific product being sold in this page. However, I thought I'd write a review because Quince fragrance oil is so hard to find, and anyone reading through these reviews could probably benefit from the information, to get a good idea of what Quince fragrance oil is probably going to be like.
If you are expecting a clean floral botanical fragrance, you may be disappointed. My quince fragrance oil had a slightly artificial smelling fragrance. There was a part in there that almost captured the true fragrance of quince, but I could also smell lesser notes of caramel and cotton candy, kind of sweet and fruity. The odor had a very tiny amount of acetone and formaldehyde-like smell, and seemed to have a little bit of banana scent. All this is perfectly normal, considering the types of fragrance chemicals that would typically go into something like this ("Fragrance oil" typically indicates not natural, for those of you who didn't know). The smell was kind of musky and cloying, and this seems to be true of most fragrance oils; the intended purpose apparently is to help extenuate the overall fragrance. What I smelled wasn't a clean floral quince smell; rather it was more of a sweet fruity candy smell. Not a bad smell for soap, but I don't think it's the best perfume. Now again, this review is not about the specific fragrance oil being sold here, but this should help give you some idea what you might expect from such a quince fragrance oil. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Wild Flowers Punch Around the Page Set. I purchased this weekend at a big box retailer (Sorry Amazon that coupon beat your price big time!) I have been using it all weekend for making cards.
I make cards with all hand-cut edges, borders etc and found this to be IMMENSELY easy to use, including using the corner punches and center punch for a nice clean design on my card stock. In addition to wild flowers, I have two other order punchers from Martha Stewart as well as the punch all over the paper punch I bought this weekend.
Having used another brand of punches, I find the Martha Stewart line to be better design ergonomically as well as being more versatile on different weights of papers.
I have several more of these items on my wish list and am hoping all my friends will load me up - it makes an immense difference in time for making cards as I do not have to stencil then cut a border and these punches are definitely more detailed than any stencils I might used.
As with all tools, take the time to figure out how to use the item before starting on your expensive papers etc! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works betterthan I ever would have expected. While ordering this product (where I was lucky enough to get a discount for an honest review) I noticed some reviews that said you might not get great results if you have never sharpened knives before. OOPs, I may have TRIED to sharpen knives, but I've never been successful. SO, I thought, oh, if I'm going to review this product I better check out some videos to see how. THEN I realized that wouldn't necessarily be a fair and honest review because that is just not the way I usually do things. I usually rip open packages, start trying to use things or put them together, and when that fails, I look at directions. Only when THAT fails do I look on YouTube or wherever for help.
So when the knife sharpener came I looked at it for 2 days until I was in the kitchen chopping veggies (mushrooms to be exact at that minute) THEN I did my usual thing.
The package ripped right open. A plus right off the bat! Love easy open packaging. Then I held it, saw there were 3 areas clearly marked, ceramic, coarse and fine. I figured it was pretty self explanatory. There are flat edges that seem to sit securely on the counter, so I figured, okay I set it on the counter. (less than a minute so far)
I was using one of my most expensive knives which also was extraordinarily dull. I was SAWING through MUSHROOMS. I was getting the results one would expect with a butter knife. I was using that particular knife because I was also chopping garlic and it has a nice flat side for smashing the garlic to peel....but I digress...I took the knife, put it in the sharpener, pulled back while sort of guiding it along one side. Took the knife, did the same thing on the other side and rinsed it. I was SHOCKED how sharp that thing was in seconds. With one (or would that be 2 passes?) Anyway, I even if it took 20 passes, it would STILL be amazing!
My knives always seem to dull quickly, very quickly, so I am so glad I have this. Not only 5 stars but at least 2 thumbs up for this product. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good plywood, but. If I were just reviewing this Revell plywood, I would have given it 5 stars, but Revell took this 5 star plywood and stuck a 4 inch by 3 inch sticker on it that I am sure was held on by Crazy Glue. It took me at least 5 minutes to remove it from the wood. Revell, ever heard of a peel-off sticker?? You know those stickers that they stick on windshields of illegally parked cars, the kind that must be slowly picked and peeled to get off? That's what they put on this wood.
It would have been bad enough if they had only put the label on one piece of the six included in the package, but no, they had to stick it on every piece!! That's why I gave it 1 star. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Fun set, colors misrepresented. I have lots of these Allydrew bundled sets and am usually pleased with both the charm of the prints and the quality of the "sticky" (repositionable but still adequately grippy). These tapes are more than adequate for the average paper crafter and they're priced right, too. I find a roll lasts ages as they're wrapped tightly and you don't feel skimped. I purchased this particular set because it included a flat medium grey tape and those are hard to find. However, though dye lots vary (not to mention computer monitors) I was still surprised by 2 of the tapes; online images make them look like a rich golden honeycomb (the chevron and lattice) but in reality they're a vivid pumpkin orange. Totally orange.
So you receive:
1 lemon and slate grey teardrop
1 bright lemon chevron
1 flat medium grey lattice (no sheen)
1 slightly foiled silvery gray stripe
1 pumpkin orange lattice
1 deeper pumpkin orange chevron
A fun set but be sure you know what you're getting. This is just as much as a non-juvenile take on Halloween set than the bee/honeycomb I was after. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Came apart in the washing machine. I had really high hopes for this product. I used it to repair a few holes I had in one of my favorite shirts. I was able to mend the holes easily enough and wore the shirt without the holes being too noticeable, but the second I washed the shirt, the liquid stitch came apart and the holes were back. I let the product dry for several days before I wore it so there was probably a week between the time I applied it and when I washed the shirt so it had ample opportunity to dry. Even so, the adhesive did not last through a low, cold-water wash in my washing machine. I would not recommend this unless you want a very temporary fix. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Fun for crafters of all ages. These eight rolls of blue craft tape came wrapped all together in clear plastic.
What I Like about these Blue Tapes
1. You can use these tapes for so many craft ideas - from decorating journals and scrapbooks to sprucing up frames and decor.
2. The tape is easily removable so you can re-position it and can stick to walls, wood, glass, paper, etc.
3. You get eight different designs that all work well together. I love the clouds and hearts and the polka dot tapes best.
4. These tapes are great for kids to create with, as even if you make a mistake you can fix it. And unlike markers, if you put it on something that you're not supposed to - it can easily peel off.
I purchased this set of blue craft tapes at a promotional price for testing and review purposes. Overall, they're a fun set that a scrapbooker would absolutely love. Great especially for a newborn boy book! These tapes would also make a fun gift for a crafter or a classroom teacher. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Best Seamstress Scissors Ive Ever Used Since The 80s. *Someone* borrowed my seamstress scissors, so I needed a new pair to be used only for sewing. I only use Fiskars since the 80s when I had an indie design biz. Everyone in my family is told never to use on anything except sewing/fabric projects as theyll get ruinedI wasn't able to cut fabric with a cheap pair of another brand Ive had for ages (of course I don't lose those but my Fiskars disappeared, harrumph!) Im very happy to have my Heritage Seamstress Scissors again & theyve been marked with a note use under penalty of death! Im that serious about not having my precious seamstress scissors used on anything else, same with my hairdressing shearsboth get ruined if used for other purposes. These are a fantastic price, cut through the heaviest of fabrics with ease. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an excellent pair of seamstress scissors! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Good tool for home use. I am very happy with the wood burner from Walnut Hollow. So far I have only tried a couple of tips, but they work great. A bonus is that it comes with a plastic carrying case to hold it and the assortment of different tips, though I have yet to put mine into it so I am not sure how it will fit. I like the adjustable temperature control, though I do find that at times it has moved after I adjusted it to the highest temperature, and I don't find out until I realized it was not burning as quickly as it should have. This is one thing that could be improved, a tighter temperature control mechanism. I just used a piece of tape to keep it at the high temperature I needed. Overall, this is a great tool and the price on Amazon was the best I found. Good purchase, happy buyer. I would recommend this brand of wood burner to others. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Easy to Remove Custom Shaped Frozen Treats. We have fallen in love with our silicone molds. We make frozen desserts all the time. My wife and I are on a ketogenic (high fat, very low carb) diet and we like to have high fat snacks around, which aren't solid at room temperature so we have to freeze them. Hence, these molds have worked out perfectly! These molds work really well to freeze anything into a custom shape and then just pop them out by inverting them. We never have any trouble popping our frozen shape out. We have used the molds either weekly or multiple times per week for a few months now and they are holding up well.
Especially for the price-point I highly recommend them. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Love this cute brass embossing template. I have been a stamper for over 20 years, and love papercrafting. When I decided I wanted to venture out, I knew I would want to try my hand at stenciling, or "dry embossing", as it was a natural fit with my other crafts. Lasting Impressions has the most awesome line of stencils for every occasion. They are high quality dies, easy to use on a light table and the company offers many "how to" and "inspiration" booklets to get you going, plus sets of papers that are great for card making and "scruffing" up with a sander as they are coloured with a white core. The whole line of Lasting IMpressions was well thought out, with each of the paper lines having matching brads and buttons. If you are just trying your hand at stenciling, I highly recommend using the brass stencils instead of the thin plastic ones, as they are much easier to use. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Sturdier feel so far . Like many of you out there, I was looking for a 'small' radius corner rounder for hobby use and found myself frustrated with the selection at the local craft stores - either the selection was all 1/2" radius or larger (or some patterned corner) or the selection was limited to rounders that were obviously suited only for single sheets of lightweight paper..
I needed a rounder that would consistently cut through doubled-over cardstock and laminated pages. So far, this rounder seems to be up to the task, with out having to push so hard, (on many others, I felt like I was going to break the product I had to push so hard). I will try to ammend this review as the cutter ages and when I've worked with a larger variety of materials, but so far, so good for a sub-ten dollar cutter.
The Pros (so far): this has a fairly heavy die/punch that seems to handle thick stock cleanly (no sticking or fuzzy corners yet)
The Cons: This cutter has no catching apparatus for the off cuts, so be ready with something to catch all those corners(!) also, this one (as mentioned elsewhere) can be a little tricky to align, so that you don't end up with that 'scalloped' corner look or with a clear notch on one or both edges. After some practice, you can began to get a feel for this and cut more consistently ... but I won't lie ... you will still get the occasional odd cut, even after being deliberate with each cut - thin papers tend to tuck/roll/bend a little during the cut and therefore lose their alignment.
A brief note: since this has no catcher underneath, it does allow you to visibly align the cut by turning it over, which helps ... I also noticed that the die has a small cattch in the inside corner that is designed to hold the square corner of the paper ... this helps with alignment, but as stated earlier, your results will vary with the stock you use.
This is the 'small' radius, which seems to be in the 1/4" (5mm) range altough I don't think it specifically says on the packaging, it only has a diagram indicating the size. I use these to make game cards, its not really small enough for my purposes (I need 1/8") but it makes a nice corner for the price and is WAY better than the alternatives.
I hope this helps you in your decision, I tried to answer all the questions I wanted answered when I was looking for a hobby-grade rounder.
OVERALL: Best sub $10 cutter I have bought, period ... no thin metal cutter that jams or sticks frequently and so far it seems to handle thick materials whilc maintaining a crisp cut ... will follow up with a report after heavy use. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
Works well. I started making polymer clay and resin studs. Before this machine, I got irregular thicknesses(i was using playing cards to gauge the thickness), and it did not look very professional, as I was selling them. Soo, I got this machine. I have only used it today, as that is when I received it. I tried to clean it with a baby wipe, running it through all the settings. There were black streaks all over the wipes. Wiped for about 10 minutes. Then I ran some clay through it, and again, fainter black streaks. I ran it through all the setting again until the clay was fairly "clean". One side of the rollers is a bit thinner than the other side, but its ok, I just run the clay through one side, and then the other side to make sure both ends are equal. I made a batch of about 100 earrings today with this. I love the way the they were pretty uniform in sizing. They have a professional look that I was looking for! | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
dissappointing. I make a lot of thank you cards for gifts that I receive and I was excited to buy this punch. I have quite a few of the Martha Stewart punches and I like them just fine. This one does not punch like the others. I don't know if I can explain this properly, but the other punches have the shape of the punch that it punches thru. For example, the flower punch, it has the metal piece that punches the paper and a flower shaped hole for the metal flower to go all the way thru. The "thank you" punch does not have the hole in the bottom, it is just a flat piece of metal. So it would be like you have a metal shape and you press it on the table.
The "thank you" punch does punch out the words and the flower, but it isn't clean, I used cardstock. You also have to use a lot of force to punch the words, and once you punch the words, the punch messes up the outer paper, so you can't use the negative part for anything. If you don't punch it enough, which you won't know unless you take the paper out and by then you have ruined the whole area where it was punching because it will punch the outer part of the "thank you".
This punch will do the job, but there has to be a better punch out there. I was going to buy the "happy birthday" punch, but I won't now. I think for now, I will just stick to my cricut. | arts-crafts-and-sewing_crafting |
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