Showing posts with label art supplies for artists. Show all posts
Showing posts with label art supplies for artists. Show all posts
Monday, December 15, 2014
Cricut Solutions Street Sign Font Review
Love this product, I love all of my cricut cartridges. I am very happy to know that I can purchase them somewhere less expensive than in the store!I will use this cartridge but in retrospect may have shopped more for one still being manufactured and similar enough but not with the way too high a price.
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Discount 10 Bail Combo. 7 Large Leaf, 1 each Smooth 1/4", 3/8", 5/8" Tube
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
Discount Glitter Glue Pens- Bonus Bucket Set of 50
A lot of glue pins for the money , probably good for kids craft but not for professional craft items. Lots of glue not much glitter
Otherwise, great product! Very cute!
It's a great value
My 5years girl loves it.
The color is beautiful.
Every color work great and easy to use.
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My 3 year old and all of her friends are really into making crafty things using glitter glue. This is a great deal--worth the price and good quality, easy to use.Best Deals for Glitter Glue Pens- Bonus Bucket Set of 50
Great deal on glitter glue pens! Kids loved all the colors and had a great time using them for the arts and crafts project at the preschool. I will warn that there is a hidden blue "stopper" inside the pen so you have to remove the cap and twist off the top to get to it. (Also, helpful side note, the top twists off the opposite way you would think it does). If you plan on using these for a craft project, my advice is to pull off all blue stoppers ahead of time...I did not realize they were even there so I ended up spending quite a bit of time rapidly pulling them all out as we were trying to do the craft.Otherwise, great product! Very cute!
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We love this glitter glue pens.It's a great value
My 5years girl loves it.
The color is beautiful.
Every color work great and easy to use.
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I bought these markers as a gift for my daughter who does a lot of craft project and is very artistic. She loves the pens and the convenient container that she can carry them around in. I made a big hit with this for a giftThursday, November 6, 2014
Moda Avalon Charm Pack, Set of 42 5-inch (12.7cm) Precut Cotton Reviews
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List Price: $10.00
Sale Price: $9.45
Today's Bonus: 6% Off

as soon as i got this product, i went crazy and started my quilting. Using all blocks would make a very small quilt for an infant or child for traveling.
iʻm not done yet, will post pictures soon.
product arrived in a well packaged amazon.com box. It was also fast shipping. I will buy from seller again.
only one block piece had a default where the thread was still on the block, it did leave lots of tiny holes, i guess i wonʻt die.
List Price: $10.00
Sale Price: $9.45
Today's Bonus: 6% Off
as soon as i got this product, i went crazy and started my quilting. Using all blocks would make a very small quilt for an infant or child for traveling.
iʻm not done yet, will post pictures soon.
product arrived in a well packaged amazon.com box. It was also fast shipping. I will buy from seller again.
only one block piece had a default where the thread was still on the block, it did leave lots of tiny holes, i guess i wonʻt die.
Sunday, October 12, 2014
Reviews of Lifestyle Crafts Nesting Rectangles Die Set
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List Price: $24.99
Sale Price: $21.98
Today's Bonus: 12% Off

I don't agree with the other reviewers. I found these dies to be extremely flimsy and bent upon the first use in my Cuttlebug.
I also find they don't make clean cuts, even after running it through the machine a few times with the right plates.
What's more, these "rectangles" are not shapped properly for card making. The width times length ratio is not right. They are too long and narrow. I was going to use them for card fronts and they're just too narrow and long for the standard 5 1/2 x 4 1/4" card front. If they cut better, perhaps they'd make okay tags. But then, my paper trimmer could do that just as well.
I have plenty of Spellbinders, Sizzix, Cuttlebug and older Quickkutz type dies and those all work fine. What a waste of money these were and they weren't a good deal at all for $24 if I can't use them.
Thought about giving just four stars just because they are a bit flimsy; although their thinness is what allows them to store compactly?
List Price: $24.99
Sale Price: $21.98
Today's Bonus: 12% Off
I don't agree with the other reviewers. I found these dies to be extremely flimsy and bent upon the first use in my Cuttlebug.
I also find they don't make clean cuts, even after running it through the machine a few times with the right plates.
What's more, these "rectangles" are not shapped properly for card making. The width times length ratio is not right. They are too long and narrow. I was going to use them for card fronts and they're just too narrow and long for the standard 5 1/2 x 4 1/4" card front. If they cut better, perhaps they'd make okay tags. But then, my paper trimmer could do that just as well.
I have plenty of Spellbinders, Sizzix, Cuttlebug and older Quickkutz type dies and those all work fine. What a waste of money these were and they weren't a good deal at all for $24 if I can't use them.
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First, these have many graduating shapes versus Spellbinders where you get far fewer dies for the same price. Second, they're great in tight places for very exact cuts (when saving paper or layouts are close together). Third, the graduating shapes allow easy, precise layering. Fourth, this provides, for my machine (which most people would have) the largest die that will fit.Thought about giving just four stars just because they are a bit flimsy; although their thinness is what allows them to store compactly?
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Love this item! Cuts great! I use these for so many things but mostly for cards. I use my ribbon punch to attach them to cards and many other things! Thanks so much!Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Martha Stewart 32304 Adhesive Stencil, Holiday Icons II Reviews
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List Price: $10.49
Sale Price: $8.98
Today's Bonus: 14% Off

I had purchased martha stewart's stencils before so knew I would like the quality. I was, however, disappointed in how small these holiday stencils were. Would've like for them to be 50% larger. Having them be this small not only limits what you can use them on, but makes the image not as clear not as forgiving. Also would've liked to have some Thanksgiving elements.
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I had purchased martha stewart's stencils before so knew I would like the quality. I was, however, disappointed in how small these holiday stencils were. Would've like for them to be 50% larger. Having them be this small not only limits what you can use them on, but makes the image not as clear not as forgiving. Also would've liked to have some Thanksgiving elements.
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This is exactly what I expected and more. The many holiday stencils affords the user to pick and chose! Great productBest Deals for Martha Stewart 32304 Adhesive Stencil, Holiday Icons II
Love the stencils. However I wish they would sell all Halloween, all Christmas and so on. When working with the stencils I need about 8 bats at one time and easier to just buy 8 sets but much more costly. But they work well and love them!Honest reviews on Martha Stewart 32304 Adhesive Stencil, Holiday Icons II
I've been using some of the Christmas stencils a lot and the adhesive works great at first but the adhesive/stickiness greatly decreases after a few hours. They still work and I still recommend them, I just wish the adhesive was a bit longer-lasting. Good product though!Monday, September 22, 2014
Buy Spellbinders Grand Calibur Nestabilities Dies, Large Labels
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List Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $31.99
Today's Bonus: 36% Off

I have a cuttlebug and can use most of these dies in the cuttle bug. It works great for adding extra layers to my homemade cards. Will also be able to use to make homemade gift tags.
These label dies are sold to be used with the Spellbinder's Grand Calibur die cutting machine. Unlike with other, smaller Spellbinder's nestabilities die sets, this die package does not include directions on how to use these large label dies with the Sizzix and Cuttlebug machines, although I don't see why the smaller label dies couldn't be used with these machines.
List Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $31.99
Today's Bonus: 36% Off
I have a cuttlebug and can use most of these dies in the cuttle bug. It works great for adding extra layers to my homemade cards. Will also be able to use to make homemade gift tags.
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Most of the cards I make are A2 (4.25"x5.5"), which means I'll only be using the two smallest dies in this package of Spellbinders Grand Nestabilities. They do make nice layers for an A2 card (see customer image above for a Thank You card that was made using the two smallest dies).These label dies are sold to be used with the Spellbinder's Grand Calibur die cutting machine. Unlike with other, smaller Spellbinder's nestabilities die sets, this die package does not include directions on how to use these large label dies with the Sizzix and Cuttlebug machines, although I don't see why the smaller label dies couldn't be used with these machines.
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Another great Spellbinders die! It works perfectly and I have used it dozens of times already. I particularly like the embossed edges!Honest reviews on Spellbinders Grand Calibur Nestabilities Dies, Large Labels
I actually bought this to make Christmas cards but there are so many other things I can do with this template. I would recommend this seller to others. My items arrived in a timely fashion, well packaged, and undamaged. Arrived as described by the seller.Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Buy Loew-Cornell Chalk Pastels, 24-Count
I got these pastels specifically for hair chalking. They were the most affordable ones I could find with the most colors The packaging is horrible and almost all of them arrived broken. The pieces mixed in with the others so they are all spotted with different colors but it doesn't matter too much to me. If you are using these for art or giving them as a gift, I would purchase ones that come a tin or better packaging or purchase them at an art store, since these don't ship well.
The chalk works great in my hair the colors show up vibrantly (even on dark brown hair) and it doesn't make a mess or throw off powder everywhere.
The chalk works great in my hair the colors show up vibrantly (even on dark brown hair) and it doesn't make a mess or throw off powder everywhere.
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I love these. they are really cheap and convenient. I love the way they blend, its easy and fast. so far I adore them. I bought these in the summer time and they are great. Shipping was fast.Best Deals for Loew-Cornell Chalk Pastels, 24-Count
I bought these for hair chalking and tried them first on my sister's hair. There is a lot of color choice, but I imagine they work far better on light hair. Unfortunately the only color that shows up on our dark hair is the bright greenish/bluish one. I guess I had the illusion that they'd be more potent or something. They also waste away quicker than I thought they would, so I'm kinda bummed out. But if you have light hair and a lot of time of your hands, this might be perfect for you.Honest reviews on Loew-Cornell Chalk Pastels, 24-Count
I bought these for my daughter, for her hair. The blue and pink show'd up great on dark brown hair, you just have to wet and rub it on the hair quite a bit! I did my daughters hair the day before school. was dark and nice before going to bed and in the morning the color faded (rubbed out of hair) not too much though and she was pretty happy to have colored hair since she is too young for hair color. It is supposed to just wash out, pretty cool for under 10 dollars.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Loew-Cornell Chalk Pastels, 24-Count
Great product, it just uses a lot of the chalk to get something on paper so beware that it will run out pretty quickly. Other than that it works well.Friday, August 29, 2014
Reviews of Tandy Leather Craftool Edge Beveler Size 3 8076-03
It had a sticky tape all over the tip, and isnt very sharp. i would't buy any other beveler from tandy ever again.Very well made! The price was cheaper then i've found anywhere. I just wish that I purchased several other sizes too!
Monday, August 18, 2014
Buy Inky Antics Clear Stamp Set-Soaring Eagle
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List Price: $7.95
Sale Price: $7.16
Today's Bonus: 10% Off

My wife and I got this to make a card for a friend's birthday. It was delivered quickly, securely, and worked well.This is a great set for encouragement, graduation and any time you want to send someone a homemade prayer card.
List Price: $7.95
Sale Price: $7.16
Today's Bonus: 10% Off
My wife and I got this to make a card for a friend's birthday. It was delivered quickly, securely, and worked well.This is a great set for encouragement, graduation and any time you want to send someone a homemade prayer card.
Saturday, August 16, 2014
Cheap Poly X 40 Embroidery Machine Thread 25 Spool Basic Colors Set
Not sure if there are other reviews out there for the Poly X thread, but thought I would toss in my two cents.
I have used nothing but Poly X since I started embroidering 6 years ago. I am an amateur and nowhere close to pro.
That said, I have found the thread to sew up well. I do have a needle threader on my machine and I use it. I find it hard to thread it with this thread otherwise (it kind of feathers out a bit on the end when I try to thread manually). However, that might be normal for all I know.
What I do know is that the price is right and the color lasts. One of my first projects was a shirt for my son that he loved and wore at least once a week for over 6 years until he finally admitted it was too small. The colors are still vibrant and the embroidery still looks fresh enough to make me happy.
I love it -
Mary
I have used nothing but Poly X since I started embroidering 6 years ago. I am an amateur and nowhere close to pro.
That said, I have found the thread to sew up well. I do have a needle threader on my machine and I use it. I find it hard to thread it with this thread otherwise (it kind of feathers out a bit on the end when I try to thread manually). However, that might be normal for all I know.
What I do know is that the price is right and the color lasts. One of my first projects was a shirt for my son that he loved and wore at least once a week for over 6 years until he finally admitted it was too small. The colors are still vibrant and the embroidery still looks fresh enough to make me happy.
I love it -
Mary
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Discount Dritz Sewing Gauge
Does exactly what you'd expect! Its plastic slider is nice and firm, so you don't have to worry about it sliding around. It's pretty lightweight and probably won't last exceedingly long, but for that price, that's fine. This has been invaluable for adding seam allowances and otherwise measuring tricky little things.
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I thought this gadget was just for hemming, but it is useful in many sewing projects including quilting. Once you start using it you will find you want one in each sewing area.Best Deals for Dritz Sewing Gauge
I bought this ruler more for hemming my garments than anything else. Instead of using my tape measure that slips and slides, this ruler is locked into the correct measurement thereby making my hemming go much faster (and accurate). I used the ruler this morning when I had to make a seam for a lapped zipper. It was great. It's a good value for a small amount of money.Honest reviews on Dritz Sewing Gauge
There isn't anything spectacular about this sewing Gauge. But it did arrive nicely packaged and on-time. And it does the job.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Dritz Sewing Gauge
I bought this to replace an old (cheap) gauge I kept for years. I could hardly read the numbers and the thing was bent! What a great improvement this was for under $5!! I love it! It's easy to read and has cut out marks at each inch, making it even easier to read. It's very well made.Friday, August 1, 2014
Buy Royal and Langnickel Engraving Art 3 Design Value Pack, Silver
My children love these engraving art kits. They are great for a wide range of ages too. My 6 year old can do them, but my 10 year old loves completing them too. Nice product, decent price and quick shipping. Thanks.
Saturday, July 26, 2014
Premiere Acrylic Paint Set- Six 200 ml tubes (2-1/2 lbs of paint) Review
Beautiful prime and secondary colors. This is exactly what I need and I'll buy it again when I need it.
You cannot beat these for price. I was having an issue branching out into other media AND affording oils, so I decided to purchase acrylic for the first time in years. While they are obviously not Liquitex or Golden, they are far better than Master's Touch or any generic runny craft paint. (I remember in college a fellow student trying to afford their partying by buying craft paint at WalMart. They didn't make it past freshman year.)
2) Tones
The yellow is a very genuine, if bright, yellow.
The red mixes slightly orange, but it is barely perceptible.
The blue is not a powerful mixer, but the tone stays genuine if you get the hang of the quantities needed. Plus as we all know a little blue goes a long way!
The green is a bit odd. Why they didn't just do primaries I don't know. Anyway, the green has a very heavy blue base, so be prepared to mix for that.
The white is just your standard white. Unlike in oil paints, a lot is needed to make something very bright, but this is the same in acrylics from cheap to expensive.
The black... yeah. I don't paint with black as a rule as it flattens any painting, but if you do I will let you know it is a red base. It actually appears as a very very very dark brown, like African hair if you look closely. I used quite a bit simply for the purposes of this review, to help others.
3) Weight
They are not runny, and when squeezing them out they hold well. I will explain like this: I squirted close to a surface and pulled upwards. At a height of an inch it held a perfect Hershey's kiss shape as long as I was willing to watch, but if I knocked into the surface sufficiently (I may or may not be a clutz) it would bloop over, but not go anywhere. Very good viscosity!
4) Notes
Works very well with both brush and palette knife.
Amazing with a gel medium for impasto, which was my goal. Yays!
Dries quickly even undiluted.
I HIGHLY recommend this pack for a budding artist, a christmas gift for someone, a starving art student, whoever.
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1) PriceYou cannot beat these for price. I was having an issue branching out into other media AND affording oils, so I decided to purchase acrylic for the first time in years. While they are obviously not Liquitex or Golden, they are far better than Master's Touch or any generic runny craft paint. (I remember in college a fellow student trying to afford their partying by buying craft paint at WalMart. They didn't make it past freshman year.)
2) Tones
The yellow is a very genuine, if bright, yellow.
The red mixes slightly orange, but it is barely perceptible.
The blue is not a powerful mixer, but the tone stays genuine if you get the hang of the quantities needed. Plus as we all know a little blue goes a long way!
The green is a bit odd. Why they didn't just do primaries I don't know. Anyway, the green has a very heavy blue base, so be prepared to mix for that.
The white is just your standard white. Unlike in oil paints, a lot is needed to make something very bright, but this is the same in acrylics from cheap to expensive.
The black... yeah. I don't paint with black as a rule as it flattens any painting, but if you do I will let you know it is a red base. It actually appears as a very very very dark brown, like African hair if you look closely. I used quite a bit simply for the purposes of this review, to help others.
3) Weight
They are not runny, and when squeezing them out they hold well. I will explain like this: I squirted close to a surface and pulled upwards. At a height of an inch it held a perfect Hershey's kiss shape as long as I was willing to watch, but if I knocked into the surface sufficiently (I may or may not be a clutz) it would bloop over, but not go anywhere. Very good viscosity!
4) Notes
Works very well with both brush and palette knife.
Amazing with a gel medium for impasto, which was my goal. Yays!
Dries quickly even undiluted.
I HIGHLY recommend this pack for a budding artist, a christmas gift for someone, a starving art student, whoever.
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I bought this for my college class and my teacher was so empressed by the price and quality, she, along with others in my class paid me to order more of this paint. They mix very well and again are nice for like an introductory course like I am in. I hope this helps!Honest reviews on Premiere Acrylic Paint Set- Six 200 ml tubes (2-1/2 lbs of paint)
I used this paint for a mural in my son's room. I'm completely happy with it. The price was great. It works as well as other acrylic paint that I've used.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Premiere Acrylic Paint Set- Six 200 ml tubes (2-1/2 lbs of paint)
It worked great on the canvas I already head, and it showed up in a timely manner and was just as described online.Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Review of Melissa & Doug Super Model Sculpting Compound
My wife used this clay during her phlebotomy class to make a replica heart. Good quality in the perfect size containers for small projects.Bought for 2 year old thinking this was an alternative to play dough. It was ruined within a month and I sent it back for a refund. Might be good for older kids that want to make something to keep long term but not good for the little ones that use it daily.
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