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great price, bought these as an add-on item. | 5 |
Color was not as shown ~ what arrived was darker, more of a gunmetal color. There were no high and low-lights in the gray and they did not pocess the spiratic goldish/tan color changes shown in the photo. | 2 |
haven't used them yet but they are exactly as expected | 5 |
This is perfect. Flexible and sturdy. Simply design. | 5 |
Fun permanent ink when you are tired of black & brown! | 5 |
Really Disappointed in the quality of these, childish. | 1 |
I am not a fan of the backings on these toy eyes. Flimsy & I fear they won't hold up. | 4 |
yes it did and I love the colors in the yarn. | 5 |
I have never owned a cutter before and am still dealing with the contrast between expectations and reality. The machine comes with a brief printed manual and a 39 page pdf is available from the Help menu of the software. (This pdf is essential for explaining how to set up your preferences. Otherwise, would you know whether or not you really want to "convert thick lines to polygons" and other equally confusing concepts?
In spite of the two manuals (and an extensive website), for someone with no experience at all, there are a lot of details that are not covered. For example, the loading process has to be explained a little better, where, exactly does one position the cutting mat? How far do we push it in? When do you need to use the cutting mat and when do you not? Is the cutting mat supposed to get so gouged each time you use it? How do you know when you have to replace the cutter? Basic questions, I'll grant you, but important.
I found it to be a bit of a struggle to, trial and error, finally cut something. I was able to cut an image from the default library (which, in my case, consisted of 50 shapes.) The cutter cut well but one part of the design did not cut. I used the bow and it had the main part (the bow loops), and the legs, but it did not cut the loop strip for the middle, even though it showed on the screen in the software within the red lines. (Yes, I checked the paper to make SURE). I used the cutting mat because I was unable to load the 12x12 cardstock without it and set the cutting depth to 4 since this is what was indicated for the media. But I was alarmed to see how much the mat was marked after the cut. At this rate, it isn't going to last long. I'm also a little alarmed by the noises it makes while it's cutting.
I am a little disappointed because the material I wanted to cut, felt, is not one of the 100+ that this machine cuts. (I confirmed this, not only by attempting it but by looking it up online). The company hopes that, sometime in the future, felt can be accommodated, but not for now. This is a bit of a setback for me because I've started making felt barrettes and hair ornaments for my granddaughter. People have asked me to make some for them but cutting the templates by hand is too time-consuming and, since many of the pieces are small, it's pretty awkward as well. Obviously, I can't really turn this into a home business if I can't cut back on the time it takes by having the pieces machine-cut.
The software is quite good and easy to learn. It opens jpgs, pngs, and (although it doesn't appear on the list) it also opens tiffs. I have a lot of templates that I created in Photoshop and it's nice to be able to open them without having to re-create them in another program, but the drawing and shape tools look pretty handy and easy to use to make new templates and I plan to play with them. Some of my barrette templates will look pretty cute on card stock. The interface is similar to Photoshop or Elements in that it has the side tool strip, menus, and an additional tool strip along the top right. That tool set determines what appears on the settings area which is to the right of the work area. For example, if you click on the "A" (text tool icon) you get a list of all the fonts installed on your computer and settings for it. It's possible to cut out words using whatever fonts you have installed on your computer. It is also possible to buy fonts from them at a reasonable price, but these fonts will work only within the Silhouette program, not computer-wide. This area is also where you find out what the knife settings should be for the material you've chosen from the list provided.
My sister and I are hosting a shower for my niece who is going to have a baby boy. The theme is onesies with bow ties. I can use the bow design for the ties and buy a onesie from the online store to cut out cardstock decorations. Speaking of the store, I really don't know how it compares to selections by other companies. I don't care for the way it's organized (broken down by very general categories). There is no option for putting them in alphabetical order so that if you'[re looking for ladybugs, all the ladybug options will fall together and you can compare side-by-side. There is a search option, but it isn't entirely efficient. There are many cute and useful designs, but there are also many that you wonder what possible use they could have. As a newbie, I'm also perplexed as to how to create some of those designs as shown (multi-colored).
Until the felt issue is resolved, I don't think I'll be using the machine as often as I'd hoped so, for me, I think that buying one or two designs I may want for showers or children's parties or holiday decorations, as needed. The subscription plan is not really tempting and the per unit price averages $.99, which I don't find unreasonable.
On the whole, although I can't use it the way I had hoped, I can use it to have fun beginning with the shower decorations. If I ever have time again for scrapbooking and card-making, this would be perfect for page decorations. When my grandchildren get older, I can see that we could use it for crafts and school projects. So I'm happy to have the machine which seems to be sturdy, durable, and well-designed.
UPDATE: I have actually found more uses than I anticipated and am having more fun than I thought when I was disappointed at not being able to use felt. I'm making Christmas stockings for my grandchildren and I'm sending designs to the printer to use as templates to cut the felt decorations. Although it doesn't actually cut the felt for me, it is saving me a lot of time in not having to draw them myself or tracing from books and magazines and enlarging. The Rudolph I did came out gorgeous! | 4 |
this set was a great addition to my jewelry making collection. I have made so many items as gifts and to keep. thank you | 5 |
Hanvent used but great quality. | 5 |
Works fine for what it is designed to do. | 4 |
super sharp and works well. must be careful because the points are so sharp! | 5 |
Not too bad for the price, bends easily. | 3 |
Product looks as it does online. Not much tape on the very small rolls however. :( | 3 |
Large embossing plates. Nice pattern. | 5 |
I'm sure this clay is awesome, but I don't know what to make of the nondescript bag it's in (not to mention all the newspaper and tape). An apologetic note explained my one pound order was unusual and had to be scooped out of a larger supply. Wait... what? Hang on... it's sold as one pound. I promise I'm not a snob, but I expect some kind of label or information regarding ingredients and/or origin. I'm absolutely in support of sustainable packaging and overall thoughtfulness on the subject, but this situation needs improvement. | 2 |
Love these little skulls. Fun to work with. They seem to be wonderful quality. I will be buying more later. | 5 |
I absolutely love ChiaoGoo circular needles. They are the only ones I'll buy. Cable is strong but very flexible. | 5 |
pleased with item came fast | 5 |
Extremely skinny string, great that it was elastic but that was the only positive about this product. | 1 |
Great embellishments! | 5 |
Good creamy, spreadable consistency and a little goes a long way. Definitely buy the bigger tube like this one! | 5 |
Great transfer paper that can be used over and over to mark up cloth or wood to cut away everything that doesn't look like what you want to make.
Useful on smooth and slightly rough surfaces.
I use a small tracing tool, but a pencil will also work - it may leave a wider marking line, be careful.
There is so much paper in this package that you can cut off a piece and throw it away after one use, if you so desire.
I fold it up and stuff it back in the zip-lock bag.
A good buy. | 5 |
I ordered this beads and was surprised at the quality. Their definitely worth the price. It comes with a neat divided container. What really surprised me was that some containers seemed fuller than the others. Do I counted the ones with thessmallest amounts and to my surprise they were all there. I didn't bother the fuller containers. I figured maybe I just got a bonus or something because they are all the same size. | 5 |
Fun and easy make perfect pompoms | 5 |
Great price for a much-needed item for the home! Leaves a very clean punch and handles several pages of paper! | 5 |
Love working with these pretty beads. | 5 |
I love the smooth gently rounded contour of these. They look really beautiful on my cards. The colors are lovely. | 5 |
Needs scissors to cut a hole in the tip of the bottle under the cap, otherwise the glue does not come out. But the glue held the two fabrics together very well and it did not fall apart under wear and tear. I would like to see a washable glue like this one. Overall I would buy this glue again. | 4 |
Buyer beware! I purchased this less than five years ago and just pulled it off the shelf to use. The part A was as hard as a rock! If I ever buy this again it will be only in smaller quantities. It was sealed in the original container and kept in a climate controlled area. The manufacturer needs to put an expiration date on this. As a side note the part B is still fine. | 1 |
This thread is very nice. The assortment of colors are beautiful. I have been using it to sew thick fleece and it doesn't bind, twist, or unravel. There have been no jam ups or breakage during use. The thread would be great for decorative stitching. It does not easily break. This is a good bargain and I will buy from this company again. | 5 |
These feet work on my brother machine. I haven't tried them on the singer yet. They are kind of "light weight" compared to what comes with the machines and other name brand feet. They didn't come with any instructions or detail on what each were. I guess they figured if you bought them you knew. There are a couple that I need to research to figure out what they are supposed to do The case is pretty nice except I opened it upside down and everything, including dividers fell out, and I can't fit them all back in where it will shut.
Nuolux 14pcs Domestic Sewing Machine Metal Presser Foot for Brother,Singer,Janome,Toyota
Disclaimer: I received a discount on these for a fair and unbiased review. | 4 |
I think the medium size is better for card-making and for scrapbooking. This one is a little too small, and it's not as easy to use to punch. | 3 |
Just like the product photo. I'm happy. | 4 |
On the small side, perfect for children or adults with small hands. | 5 |
This is a lovely piece to put on your coffee table or desk. Easy to use. Lots of creativity. Good gift. | 5 |
Some pens were jammed. Ink wouldn't come out. sad face. | 3 |
I just loved these stickers. They are big and colorful, which I love, because when it comes to embellishments, size does matter. | 5 |
This knits fantastically! Im making a throw for my mom and Im very pleased with how its coming out. Ill definitely use this pattern and buy this yarn again! | 5 |
I absolutely love these knitting needles! I have knitted several hats & scarves with these and have had no problems. The length on these is perfect for knitting hats & scarves. These are easy to knit with and slide effortlessly.
No cons from me! | 5 |
Now I have just bought another for gouache. I have a half dozen of these. i use them with oil pastels. I have to remove the dividers on the top side, then i can carry them to and from and use them as a palette. Manufacturers, call me. I need you to make some of these without the dividers. :-) | 5 |
I really like this size loupe. It's a bit bigger and that makes it easier to maneuver and to view. | 5 |
Best for thick nylon or yarn projects | 5 |
You may have to play with it a little bit at first but it's well worth your play because when you couple it with the rest of your design you will be quite pleased how your piece wll end up looking. | 5 |
These are smooth and have just the right amount of pointy-ness that I like to work with. A bit smelly at first, but that is expected with wooden needles. Great deal for so many needles too. | 5 |
This is the most economical way to purchase the stretch magic.
I love to make bracelets for myself and my friends.
This helps make the task easier and cheaper | 5 |
Great at keeping bobbins & spools of thread together. But the bobbin unwinds unless you put something on it. | 4 |
Exactly as described. Much more beautiful in real life! | 5 |
Love all my Clover bamboo purchases! Never have to worry about the quality. | 5 |
love this and it was a great price. | 5 |
Great ribbons for gift wrapping! The price was really great, considering the variety of colors. | 5 |
My wife and I like these broad markers for drawing. They are great fun. | 5 |
I love the round blending tool and blending foam. I keep a separate foam for each Ranger mini distress ink tucked inside the bottom of the ink pad velcro side down. These work far better than any other blending tool/sponge I have used. | 5 |
The ribbons arrived the day it said it would and the threads are so pretty for my embroidery. I loved all the colors and it goes through e fabrics with no problem . You would be surprised at how good it looks on your work | 5 |
cant wait to use them | 5 |
All a nice assortment as described, thank you. | 5 |
My favorite scrapbooking glue. | 5 |
I love these needles! I have used the heck out of them and they still perform wonderfully. I've used them for months and they are bent and beat up, but still work just fine! | 5 |
Sunshine Polishing Cloths are the only ones that I will use. Once I discovered them at a local shop, there is no going back. I handcraft jewelry to sell and there is plenty of polishing to do. How do I describe them? It takes less time and energy to clean my silver components then using any other cloth. And I have tried many over the years. Also, you can literally keep using them until the cloth is in shreds, they continue to work. Thanks Amazon for carrying them. | 5 |
I am very happy with the quality of the flowers and lace I purchased! I run a small business and am always looking for affordable and quick table fillers for my craft shows, and the lace and small flowers will go perfectly with my crocheted flowers to make headbands! Thank you very much, I have already made 24 headbands and will be ordered more supplies soon! | 5 |
Cut out each shape prior to taping and painting. Much easier. Leave taped for 24 hours minimum.or ruskw smudging. I used chalk stencil paint. I followed the cleaning directions but hardly any of the paint came off the plastic stencil. No big deal....I'll use it again but it will probably never be completely clean. Smaller key shapes left better quality stencil on my pallet wood project. The largest key just didn't come out cleat even after 2 tries. | 3 |
I have a Big Shot. Have to put paper shim to get the right thickness. Still trying to get the hang of this, but it's quite a pretty die cut. Looks best with white paper. I have yet to try it out with card stock. It might actually work better. | 4 |
Love this stabilizer. This is my second order of this product. | 5 |
I've been using the Tombow Fude pens (hard and soft) and the Pentel Fude Touch pens for learning brush lettering, and this sounded like a fun pen to try. It may be my limited skill set, but I find it kind of sloppy. It makes a nice juicy downstroke but the thin upstrokes are much more difficult than with the other pens. I find that my letter weights are much heavier than with the Tombows.
I would give it 3 stars but since I'm a novice, I'll give it the benefit of the doubt and make it 4. Your experience may be very different from mine! | 4 |
Great yarn; exactly as expected. | 5 |
This table is great! I put this together myself without any trouble. It's super sturdy, has ample room for all of your sewing or craft needs. I attached my yarn swift and ball winder to one end immediately and am super thankful I found this! It arrived in perfect condition, not a scratch, dimple or thing wrong with it (after reading some of the reviews I was concerned but took a chance, and I'm very glad I did). I would recommend this if like me, you need a designated work area for sewing or other crafts. | 5 |
Die brush does its job - though not perfectly (as none do- so I didn't expect it). I'm very happy with this purchase. | 5 |
These are awesome! Got them to decorate granddaughters things but, she wanted to play with them as is. I guess thats fine too! | 5 |
It took a long time for delivery but they are good... | 5 |
Worked for the first few times with adjustments to needles, but then won't work at all. | 1 |
Gorgeous beads
I will buy again | 5 |
Full disclosure - machine given to me as a gift and not sure where it was purchased. But, I have to say that I literally hate it. It does not cut cleanly like my silhouette. The files scanned in are in the brother format so if you create things freehand you must scan it in on the machine and on your computer. A computer interface with a software that is not bound to the Internet would be better. The mats are the worst. The sticky surface wears out in a few cuts. I get more cuts from my silhouette mat. I really wanted to get rid of the dies by using both machines (silhouette and the brother), but I think the dies cut better. My printer has a scanner so the scan feature is not really impressive on the brother. Most of all, there more shapes and objects on the Internet which take too much time to convert for this machine. I miss the sophistication of the silhouette and professional cutting process. I will be selling this machine....not for me. | 2 |
great accessory for card making, looks great! | 5 |
Nice service. Definitely buy again | 5 |
I think I probably received some old product because I'm having a difficult time getting this to mark on my fabric. I'm storing it exactly as instructed on the package. Very disappointed. | 2 |
Works just fine in my CM border maker system | 5 |
Excellent colors, very bright. I got these to be used for some background on a few projects. The colors are very vibrant and they go on smoothly. They arrived in very good shape, no broken or loose pastels, not even any errant dust.
I've not tried all the applications yet, mainly using my fingers to blend or a cotton ball to apply a light shade. I will be trying them on pastel paper soon and see how that works out. | 5 |
The best tool invented! | 5 |
So, Tibetan silver is not sterling silver but the spacers perform pretty well. I have had them for a while and they didn't tarnish. YET. | 5 |
I am a huge fan of Sizzix products. So when I saw this, I had to have it. I'm glad I did. While it does not work well with lighter weight papers, a cardstock works fine. It works beautifully with vellum. The key to this is finding the right thickness. Certain papers require extra spacers especially to get the score. Overall, I am happy with this purchase and I have made quite a few. | 5 |
Perfect, and love the different colors | 5 |
These stickers look very pretty, but they are extremely hard to peel off of the backing without ripping them. I was hoping for some stickers I could use in my planners for home and work, but these are too much of a chore to work with. I will probably give them to my students as treats. | 2 |
Really nice mat and a great size! | 5 |
These get the job done. I bought them right after I got my sewing machine just to have several colors of thread on hand. For that purpose, these are perfect. The quality is a little shoddy when compared to other thread ($2-3/spool), but these are still fine. I used it on throw pillows for our family room couch and had no problems. | 4 |
Absolutely gorgeous paper. I have one minor caveat and take it for what it is ...if you make cards, as I do, the "repeat" on the pattern is very large. I'm still getting beautiful effects and am just wowed by the quality of the paper and design. I didn't think I could like anything more than Graphic 45, but this is a winner. | 5 |
These are GREAT for wire work and a good price | 5 |
Great as always. | 5 |
Rit is great as always!
This worked really well to dye some things pastel-like. | 5 |
I am a cosplayer who recently has started making all of my own costumes so I've been trying all different kinds of products to help me on my journey. I gave this one a shot when attempting to glue some ribbon onto a shirt and was having issues with E9000 bleeding through and staining the ribbon. This product is a slight improvement on that- it still will bleed through if you use too much, however it does not dry within 13 seconds the way E9000 does so it was much easier to not overdo the glue. The best part is that this stuff STICKS! I could not get that ribbon off if my life depended on it. It's perfect for my needs, where I need to be able to be in big crowds with all kinds of crazy outfits and accessories and not have any parts fall off! | 5 |
This is perfect! | 5 |
The easel helps when going through the die sheets. | 5 |
Everything I thought it would be and very easy to use once I figured it out that mat A & C fit better. I had to order that seperately. | 5 |
This is helpful to put colors together. | 4 |
This is not 1mm. It is maybe 1/2 mmm thick. Probably 2 layers go through 1mm hole. It is not really a cord at all. It is made of many tiny stretchy stringy pieces. It looks like that flat dental floss. I expected cord. I didn't look at the full description below. My fault. But, I tried to use it. When I went to prestretch the cord as I usually do it broke and frayed at the end in a hundred tiny strands. Ok not 100. But, not a strong cord/string. I thought it was probably a fluke, the breaking easily. I was wrong. If you pull on it with tension it will fray and break, snapping your hand like a broken rubber band. Quite painful. I would suggest that you not make anything with less than 2 layers of it. The description says you can use 2, but, not that it suggests you do. I honestly have no use for it now. I bought so much. I needed new cord. Now I have to look for cord again. | 1 |
The nozzle is absolutely horrible at pumping out the stuff. It comes out in uneven globs and even out between the plastic nozzle and the ring around it. I tried cleaning it with soap and hot water a few times but it didn't help at all. Just trying to take off the clear lid, both times the starch sprayed out between the apparatus. The starching chemical is probably fine but the dispenser makes it useless. I ended up using "heavy starch" from Target instead. It cost $1 and the applicator had no problems. | 1 |
Love all the keys! Perfect for jewelry making! | 5 |
Works very well for my purpose - tracing sewing patterns so I don't destroy the originals. Next time, I'll have to look for a slightly wider size as I sometimes have to trace parts of the same piece on different sections of paper and then pin them together before cutting out fabric. | 4 |
work in my machine great | 5 |
Prismacolor Markers are the best I have ever tried! You'll love these! | 5 |
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