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Just used some to make a Baby Shower Sign although I did use the smaller stencils to get all of it on the signs.
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Friday, January 2, 2015
Discount Plaid 28677 Letter Stencil Value Pack, 5-Inch Cursive Upper Case
The product is well made and useable, but the end result wasn't what we were looking for. The letters are too rounded and not readable when applied. The font is the reason we believe.
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Hobby and Craft Table with Stool and Drawer, Black Base with 23.5" Reviews
This hobby and craft table arrived in good shape and on time! It was protected very well in the process and was easy to put together. This was a gift, but the recipient couldn't have been happier with the product! He said it was perfect for his projects and it is very sturdy and well-made!
Friday, November 14, 2014
Buy Folk Art 30596 Large Painting Stencils, Floral Burst
This wasn't exactly what I was expecting. I didn't serve my purpose. I wanted a stencil that I could place and paint for the design to be transferred. With this stencil you would have to paint the color that you want the design to be, place the stencil and then paint your alternate color. This doesn't work well if you have a large wall that you wanted the design to go across.
Friday, November 7, 2014
Review of Majestic Royal and Langnickel Short Handle Paint Brush Set, Detail
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I am a professional artist and I work in oils. I have used a variety of detail brushes of a wide range of quality and material. When it comes down to it, they all lose their shape over time no matter how careful you are with them the better brushes just last longer and have much finer points.
This set gives me 8 usable brushes for the cost of one really good brush and with a lot of care they have held up remarkably well. I find that for oil painting, all but the two longer bristled brushes are stiff enough to hold paint but flexible enough to be manipulated with control. The short handles are nice for me because I initially bought them for a compact, portable painting setup. The bristle tips haven't "chunked out" the way that cheap stiff bristle brushes do, creating an undesirable saw edge, and after 6 months of steady use have not lost any bristles (of course, I am careful not to wash them in warm/hot water, too).
As far as oil painting goes (and assuming the quality I received is the same with every set ordered) these are pretty decent brushes for your average painter or for beginners, and perfectly fine for professionals who don't need ultra-fine line work but still need to get into detailed areas and not worry about going through as many expensive detail brushes in the process.
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I am a professional artist and I work in oils. I have used a variety of detail brushes of a wide range of quality and material. When it comes down to it, they all lose their shape over time no matter how careful you are with them the better brushes just last longer and have much finer points.
This set gives me 8 usable brushes for the cost of one really good brush and with a lot of care they have held up remarkably well. I find that for oil painting, all but the two longer bristled brushes are stiff enough to hold paint but flexible enough to be manipulated with control. The short handles are nice for me because I initially bought them for a compact, portable painting setup. The bristle tips haven't "chunked out" the way that cheap stiff bristle brushes do, creating an undesirable saw edge, and after 6 months of steady use have not lost any bristles (of course, I am careful not to wash them in warm/hot water, too).
As far as oil painting goes (and assuming the quality I received is the same with every set ordered) these are pretty decent brushes for your average painter or for beginners, and perfectly fine for professionals who don't need ultra-fine line work but still need to get into detailed areas and not worry about going through as many expensive detail brushes in the process.
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I use these brushes for modeling. They are of decent quality for the price and do the trick for me. I havent had these brushes lose hair while painting but they have lost their shape quite a bit after approximately 20 uses. But like I said, for the price they are about what I expected. I'm going to be springing for some higher quality replacements soon.Best Deals for Majestic Royal and Langnickel Short Handle Paint Brush Set, Detail
I paint D&D figures and warhammer 40k figures, and its really hard to find a good lot of DETAIL brushes for a good price. At my local craft store, brushes of this quality are about 6 to 10 dollars A PIECE! Talk about insane. This bundle was a great value for me and the brushes are VERY NICE quality. Smooth strokes, good fibers or hair (looks like real hair to me. :D) and all the brushes are actually weighted very nicely. Deffinately feels like quality and paints like it as well! Very impressed for the price! THANKS! :DHonest reviews on Majestic Royal and Langnickel Short Handle Paint Brush Set, Detail
I use these brushes to paint 40k miniatures. They work well and I use them often. Got my moneys worth.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Majestic Royal and Langnickel Short Handle Paint Brush Set, Detail
These are very good budget brush set. When I got them, there were two brushes that looked bad but I decided not to return them because these were minor problems. I only used three brushes and they worked fine. I have no complaints about they brushes. There good for the average person who wants to have some fun painting detailed things. Highly reccomended.Monday, November 3, 2014
Buy DCI Write on the Wall Chalkboard Squares, Set of 4
I loved chalkboards. I did a lot of work on a chalkboard. I used a chalkboard at work for years after everybody else's had been replaced with whiteboards. I even saved some chalk when I retired. I was happy to try this idea!
They don't work. You get tiny scratches and the marks are not visible at all.
A proper chalkboard is made of slate. It has a distinct surface that grabs material off the chalk-stick and holds it there.
These things are like cardboard painted with black paint. The chalk-stick hardly makes a mark. Black paint does not a chalkboard make. I used to run into black-paint-boards in other people's offices. I guess they didn't know any better, but they never used their chalkboards. Guess why? Because the chalkboard didn't work. Just like these things, they don't work.
Not good enough!
My chalk is decades old. Could that make a difference? I tried chalk from three different manufacturers and of four different colors. Didn't seem to make any difference.
You're supposed to prepare the surface of a chalkboard, and re-prepare it every year (I did mine as a ritual during Christmas Break). Using the side of the chalk-stick, cover the board uniformly and then erase with vigor. I used a terry-towel cloth, since I couldn't find my old eraser. Didn't help. Actually made it marginally worse, since the weak marklets the chalk makes are even harder to see against the new smoky background instead of plain black.
Nope. Great idea; too bad it wasn't implemented well.
--Gil Dawson
They don't work. You get tiny scratches and the marks are not visible at all.
A proper chalkboard is made of slate. It has a distinct surface that grabs material off the chalk-stick and holds it there.
These things are like cardboard painted with black paint. The chalk-stick hardly makes a mark. Black paint does not a chalkboard make. I used to run into black-paint-boards in other people's offices. I guess they didn't know any better, but they never used their chalkboards. Guess why? Because the chalkboard didn't work. Just like these things, they don't work.
Not good enough!
My chalk is decades old. Could that make a difference? I tried chalk from three different manufacturers and of four different colors. Didn't seem to make any difference.
You're supposed to prepare the surface of a chalkboard, and re-prepare it every year (I did mine as a ritual during Christmas Break). Using the side of the chalk-stick, cover the board uniformly and then erase with vigor. I used a terry-towel cloth, since I couldn't find my old eraser. Didn't help. Actually made it marginally worse, since the weak marklets the chalk makes are even harder to see against the new smoky background instead of plain black.
Nope. Great idea; too bad it wasn't implemented well.
--Gil Dawson
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I have seen many room makeovers where the people have used chalkboard paint. I didn't want that for me, this was the best solution. Now I have them all over the house. I leave little notes to myself for different rooms in the house. Now I don't forget.Best Deals for DCI Write on the Wall Chalkboard Squares, Set of 4
my grandaughter love it and is great to bring it to travel ,great ideas for craft with kids any timeWednesday, October 15, 2014
Impress Art Metal Punch Stamp 'Dandelion' 6mm (1/4 Inch) Design Review
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This little stamper works great when used properly. I use this on leather miniatures, metal stamping, and some fabrics. It is made of a very high quality material and can be hammered or pressured by hand depending on how deep you want your impression to be. I have this dandylion stamp as well as several other mini stamps from this same manufacturer and all of them work nicely.
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This little stamper works great when used properly. I use this on leather miniatures, metal stamping, and some fabrics. It is made of a very high quality material and can be hammered or pressured by hand depending on how deep you want your impression to be. I have this dandylion stamp as well as several other mini stamps from this same manufacturer and all of them work nicely.
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This is a nice heavy metal stamp. The design is very cute. It works just fine, and is worth buying.Best Deals for Impress Art Metal Punch Stamp 'Dandelion' 6mm (1/4 Inch) Design
Was a gift for my sister who is super crafty and she lived it and is steadily at work using it regularlyWednesday, September 24, 2014
Discount Party Favors 6/Pkg-Suction Cup Ball
I've seen teachers use suction cup balls or ninja stars as a reward game for answering a question right in the classroom so I thought I'd give it a try. I bought these and they don't stick very well to the whiteboard.
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Not too bad. Good price for 4 of them. They only work on glass. Kids are happy, can't ask for more.Best Deals for Party Favors 6/Pkg-Suction Cup Ball
I purchased this product because I work in an after school program and I needed them for a game. The item arrived on time, in excellent condition, I am very pleased.Honest reviews on Party Favors 6/Pkg-Suction Cup Ball
Was'nt happy with the cost of postage. Cost more then the product. I will look closer to home. The product was small in size.The only reason I brought these was because I could'nt find them at the dollar store.but I will keep looking.Saturday, September 20, 2014
Review of Lion Brand Yarn Crochet Hooks, Set of 6
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I discovered these crochet hooks about 3 years ago. They are wonderful! I've been crocheting for about 37 years, and love doing it. But, one thing that was really irritating was how the hook seemed to get caught in the yarn very, very often. When I decided to try the Lion Brand hooks, I was totally amazed. They glide through the stitches with no hang-ups! That makes me able to finish my projects quicker and they are nicer, too. I would recommend just buying one if anyone is skeptical that these hooks can make a difference. But, I have a feeling that you'll be going back for the whole set.
So of course I was delighted to find them on Amazon and the price was so reasonable. I even bought the set of 3 larger hooks as I know I will need them one day.
If you use the other brands of crochet hooks, you should try Lions Brand as they really glide so easily with the yarn and make crocheting go so much faster.
My mother crocheted for YEARS and even had hooks form Japan and England, I have tried these and always return to my trusty Lions Brand hooks. Remember the price on Amazon with free shipping (meet qualifications) is the BEST!!
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I discovered these crochet hooks about 3 years ago. They are wonderful! I've been crocheting for about 37 years, and love doing it. But, one thing that was really irritating was how the hook seemed to get caught in the yarn very, very often. When I decided to try the Lion Brand hooks, I was totally amazed. They glide through the stitches with no hang-ups! That makes me able to finish my projects quicker and they are nicer, too. I would recommend just buying one if anyone is skeptical that these hooks can make a difference. But, I have a feeling that you'll be going back for the whole set.
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I thought these would be a plain looking plastic but they have a pearl finish. The smallest is really thin but you will not use big yarn with it anyways. These are really light and great for someone you has tension issues. They are flexible so you don't have to worry about getting in tight spots.Best Deals for Lion Brand Yarn Crochet Hooks, Set of 6
Mom wanted smooth and flexible hooks so I bought them for her. She put them up on a shelf in her office / yarn room. I'm waiting for her to figure out that they've gone missing. They are lightweight and very easy to hold. When she does realize they're missing, if she ever does, too bad. I'm keeping them.Honest reviews on Lion Brand Yarn Crochet Hooks, Set of 6
I cannot use the metal ones, and I don't like the little narrow necks on some of them. These are exactly right for me, move smoothly through the yarn and are a joy to use. I would like to see each size in more colors so that if I am using pink yarn, I could use the largest hook in another color. However, they are great just as they are.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Lion Brand Yarn Crochet Hooks, Set of 6
I love the Lions Brand crochet hooks as the yarn glides over the hooks when you crochet. In the past two years, I have tried to find these hooks on my travels to California as that is where I used to buy them. Well the Lions Brand hooks have disappeared form retail stores.So of course I was delighted to find them on Amazon and the price was so reasonable. I even bought the set of 3 larger hooks as I know I will need them one day.
If you use the other brands of crochet hooks, you should try Lions Brand as they really glide so easily with the yarn and make crocheting go so much faster.
My mother crocheted for YEARS and even had hooks form Japan and England, I have tried these and always return to my trusty Lions Brand hooks. Remember the price on Amazon with free shipping (meet qualifications) is the BEST!!
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Discount 50 Key Chain Craft Wallet Nickel Plated Findings 28mm New
These were just as expected. Nothing very special about them. good size the top ring is a bit bulky for the length of the chain but over all good product
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these craft chains are heavy and durable and great for anyone making jeychains they are well worth what i paid for because i know what i make on these sturdy rings wont break easy !!Best Deals for 50 Key Chain Craft Wallet Nickel Plated Findings 28mm New
Actually, I am extreme disappointed with these keychains and would love to return them. Last time I ordered these, the chain was a much heavier weight. This chain can not hold my product. Do you have the thicker weighted chain?Honest reviews on 50 Key Chain Craft Wallet Nickel Plated Findings 28mm New
Product worked well for my craft show idea. I received them quickly and if I need more I would order them again.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for 50 Key Chain Craft Wallet Nickel Plated Findings 28mm New
Actually, these were better than described. I wasn't expecting them to be such high quality. Glad I made the purchase.Monday, September 1, 2014
Best Martha Stewart 32271 Adhesive Stencil, Fair Isle Dots Deals
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These stencils did work good. The paint did not bleed under the design. However, when painting the design you need to start with the larger areas and finish with the tiny holes. The paint dries quickly on the tiny parts by the time you are done painting the design and the larger openings don't dry so fast. When the paint dries while using the stencil ,the paint then lifts up with the stencil when you remove it. I was able to use, wash, dry, then reuse the stencil several times with no problem.
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These stencils did work good. The paint did not bleed under the design. However, when painting the design you need to start with the larger areas and finish with the tiny holes. The paint dries quickly on the tiny parts by the time you are done painting the design and the larger openings don't dry so fast. When the paint dries while using the stencil ,the paint then lifts up with the stencil when you remove it. I was able to use, wash, dry, then reuse the stencil several times with no problem.
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I am pleased with the quality of these adhesvie stencils and the instructions that came with them. I would not hesitiate to purchase another martha stewet stencil product.Best Deals for Martha Stewart 32271 Adhesive Stencil, Fair Isle Dots
These are great.. the stick is wonderful and easy to use, remove and restick to surfaces. Will be useful for years if cleaned regularly and not allowed to get gummed up with paint.Honest reviews on Martha Stewart 32271 Adhesive Stencil, Fair Isle Dots
Very nice product, it is very usefull for me. I`m very happy of having it! Y would like to have a lot more of then! Thank you.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Martha Stewart 32271 Adhesive Stencil, Fair Isle Dots
I love everything Martha. I have not used them yet, but I look forward to decorating. The stencils were new in the package and arrived quickly.Sunday, August 24, 2014
Quilt Magic 12-Inch by 12-Inch Cross Kit Review
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This kit is really easy to use it would even be suitable for children 10 and up imo. There was barely enough dark green fabric but far too much medium green fabric. I suspect there was either a mixup either in the fabric cuts or in the labeling of the patterns. It wasn't a problem though. I would definitely buy Quilt Magic kits again!
However I love it.
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This kit is really easy to use it would even be suitable for children 10 and up imo. There was barely enough dark green fabric but far too much medium green fabric. I suspect there was either a mixup either in the fabric cuts or in the labeling of the patterns. It wasn't a problem though. I would definitely buy Quilt Magic kits again!
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very easy to make and done in one day, love it. One thing missing but I have extra dark green fabric to the leaves.However I love it.
Saturday, August 23, 2014
Review of Spellbinders S2-001 Shapeabilities D-Lites Frame 1-Die Templates
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I have done cardmaking for several years making each card personal to the individual which the card is for, using the name, picture and even the greeting to center around the individual. I have said this year that it was time to take the greeting cards to another level. I then found Spellbinders Dies, and wow what a discovery. That's the best discovery ever, and you can't just stop at ordering a couple, I have added numerous dies to my library and every time I say, OK, this is enough, I see another one that I feel I just MUST have. I love interworking them with others. GREAT DISCOVERY!
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I have done cardmaking for several years making each card personal to the individual which the card is for, using the name, picture and even the greeting to center around the individual. I have said this year that it was time to take the greeting cards to another level. I then found Spellbinders Dies, and wow what a discovery. That's the best discovery ever, and you can't just stop at ordering a couple, I have added numerous dies to my library and every time I say, OK, this is enough, I see another one that I feel I just MUST have. I love interworking them with others. GREAT DISCOVERY!
Friday, August 15, 2014
Cheap Martha Stewart Crafts Embossing Stylus Set
These are nice, balanced stylus tools. One of the six ends is a piercing tool. But the price (currently $17.77) is WAY too high. Michael's sells these for $9.99, and with their weekly coupon you can get them for $6.00.
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What a great item when you are doing artwork and need dots of paint that are symetrical.There are 3 sizes which are wonderful!Best Deals for Martha Stewart Crafts Embossing Stylus Set
I use the stylus to use in my painting of birds. When I cover a feather, I use the stylus to show the separation lines. the stylus can be used for lot's of things besides embossing.Honest reviews on Martha Stewart Crafts Embossing Stylus Set
EXCELLENT QUALITY. VERY GOOD TOOLS. VERY VERY COMFORTABLE HANDLES. TIPS ARE VERY PRECISE. LOVE THE CLEAN LOOK OF WHITE COLOR.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Martha Stewart Crafts Embossing Stylus Set
I used a friends at a metal clay workshop last weekend, and immediately came back to order my own. They have a good range of thicknesses in the ball ends, which is far and away superior to the one or two in most styli. These are not fancy, just useful.Sunday, August 10, 2014
Reviews of Martha Stewart 4-Ounce Glass Etch Cream with Brush
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I own a small glass etching business which focuses mostly on drinkware and Christmas ornaments. We have been using Armor Etch for years, as there is no alternative in our area. Recently I was at Michael's and they were out of AE, but I discovered Martha Stewart etching cream. We could not wait to buy our usual stuff, so even though it was more expensive, I bought Martha Stewart. I am so glad I did! It does not have any of the problems that AE does. There are no unetched spots which seem to appear when we use AE because of crystals that are in the cream. Also, it offers a significantly smoother finish. There are no brush marks which we frequently see with on our other works. The smell is even far less offensive. Might be more expensive, but is well worth the investment!
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I own a small glass etching business which focuses mostly on drinkware and Christmas ornaments. We have been using Armor Etch for years, as there is no alternative in our area. Recently I was at Michael's and they were out of AE, but I discovered Martha Stewart etching cream. We could not wait to buy our usual stuff, so even though it was more expensive, I bought Martha Stewart. I am so glad I did! It does not have any of the problems that AE does. There are no unetched spots which seem to appear when we use AE because of crystals that are in the cream. Also, it offers a significantly smoother finish. There are no brush marks which we frequently see with on our other works. The smell is even far less offensive. Might be more expensive, but is well worth the investment!
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Need I say more. I love working with art on glass and am a novice at it. I followed directions and it worked well. Not perfectly on my first try but easy to work with.Best Deals for Martha Stewart 4-Ounce Glass Etch Cream with Brush
This is my first time using Martha Stewart Etching Cream like another reviewer, I have always used Armour Etch. I thought I'd try the Martha Stewart version since I like the idea of having less odor...but after three tries on three different pieces of glass, I simply cannot get this stuff to work. It seems very runny, not pasty like the Armour Etch that I'm used to, and is sort of an icky brown color. I could get over the runniness if it actually ETCHED, but there is literally not a scratch on any of the glass I tried to use this product on. Since everyone else loves it, I'm not sure if I got a bad batch or what, but this particular bottle is definitely going in the trash. Bummed. :(Honest reviews on Martha Stewart 4-Ounce Glass Etch Cream with Brush
This product helped lift my candle jars and made them look very professional. I recommend it to anyone in craft candle-making! Thanks Martha.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Martha Stewart 4-Ounce Glass Etch Cream with Brush
I haven't used this product yet so really can't comment on it. When I do need to use it I hope that it works well
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