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Wednesday, January 7, 2015

Reviews of Collected memories 8-inch x 8-inch Post-bound Refill Pack (set of

Collected memories 8-inch x 8-inch Post-bound Refill Pack
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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These sheet protectors are just what I was looking for to go in my vacation album. Super clear and well made, so they won't tear or come apart like other sheet protectors I've tried. Love them.

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The title of this says refill pack (set of 10), which for the price I thought meant more than just 10 pages. Very disappointed at this overpriced product!

Sunday, January 4, 2015

Review of Bead Stopper 6/Pkg-Metal

Bead Stopper 6/Pkg-Metal
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I love these bead stoppers. They are very easy to use and ordering from Amazon is much less expensive than the local craft store. They are very good quality and will last for a long time. I highly recommend.

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Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Reviews of Cricut Deep Cut Blade & Housing

Cricut Deep Cut Blade & Housing
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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I purchased the Cricut Deep Cut Blade assembly for my Cricut Expressions machine because I knew I would be cutting thicker materials like chip board and thin foam. The standard blade is really not appropriate for anything thicker than typical construction paper. But, the "Deep Cut" blade won't cut through my chip board even on the deepest setting.

Cricut needs to be more specific regarding the thickness of materials it can handle and of the depths associated with different blade settings. There is way too much trial and error involved with adjusting depth settings.

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I purchased this blade with hopes of cutting chipboard. It didn't now work at all. It only penetrated about half of the chipboard material. I gave it two stars because it did come in handy as a better blade for cutting glitter paper.

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I've been cutting materials about 1/8th of an inch thick with this blade. I find I have to use to multicut function to make sure there aren't any little spots that didn't get cut completely though. I also have found that the thicker materials need a little extra sticky to stay in place on the mat (makes sense, since you're cutting through more material at a time there will be more resistance). I just use some double sided sticky tape, and it works just fine.

On a side note, it fits in the Cricut Cake machine, so if you just get the sticky mats you can use it to cut out papers/leather/foam board, whatever, instead of just cutting food items. I know Provo Craft says not to use the Cricut Cake for non food items, but they are full of crap. If you use a separate mat and blade, then NONE of your machine will come in contact with both your food items and your paper items. Besides, even if you used the same mats/blade, if you are making things out of paper that is SO toxic that a microscopic sliver or the residue of the dye could make you sick then maybe you should reconsider operating the machine in your house! I'm pretty sure anything that toxic would have to carry a warning label anyway... So as long as you aren't flavoring your coffee with scrapbooking glue, I sure you'll be fine. Provo Craft just stands to make MUCH more cash if you buy both a machine for both food items and paper products, so of course they'll say you shouldn't use it for both.

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Here is a link I found helpful. Yes, it does take a lot of practice and such to get good results using different items, however once you find something that works you should keep a journal, it helps so you don't make the same mistakes. This does cut things that the original blade can't cut, and it is very important that you start with a good tacky cutting mat. . Keep trying it is well worth it.

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The deep cut seems stressful on the machine while the chipboard will not stay in place and makes a mess of the chipboard. Cricut should do something to compensate for the deep cut promises. Ive spent enough money!

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Friday, December 26, 2014

Discount Fiskars 101260-1001 Interchangeable Border Punch, Ivy League

Fiskars 101260-1001 Interchangeable Border Punch, Ivy League
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I have purchased this punch and the Feathered Friends punch... I am having so much fun with the paper art I am creating. Using glittery paper gives the ivy a more elegant look. On matte paper, it is a great way to create accents for around photos. I love how much less room the punch takes up. I use several brands of punches and am happiest with Fiskars.

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The design is really nice when punched.

This punch mixed with some of the flower punches, makes a very nice addition to crafts.

The piece is heavy enough to make me think that it will last

a good long time.

I recommend this product, and will buy more like it.

It's worth the money.

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This is the border punch that I seem to use most often. It is so pretty and delicate looking! Highly recommended.

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Wednesday, November 5, 2014

Spellbinders S4-384 Nestabilities Majestic Elements Exquisite Reviews

Spellbinders S4-384 Nestabilities Majestic Elements Exquisite Circles Die Templates
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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These layers add that extra pop! Like all detailed thin metal dies, put a layer of wax paper next to die, then your paper,

will release like a charm. The other trick is to layer scotch tape or cellotape if you are not in the US (on the back of the die, not the cutting side) on areas don't cut as well and just leave it on, sort of a spot shim. I find that easier than rotating the die

etc...

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As another reviewer stated, I am very frustrated with this die cut. I have bought many spellbinders die cuts and this one looks so beautiful but it does not cut all the way though after running it though my cuddlebug over 3 times. I have tried all sorts of paper, light weight, cardstock, good paper, and cheap paper and none of them came out. The wasted paper( Gina K. paper is not cheap) and the hours I have spent picking the tiny bits of paper out of the die has left me bald,lol. As I sit and drool over this beautiful die cut, I would not recommend spending $24.99 on this nestability or for that fact any amount of money. Sorry Spellbinders but this die needs to go back to the drawing board.

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Not an easy task to remove from cardstock. Requires running through my Cuddlebug several times and then I don't get a clean cut.

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I didn't realize when I bought these how detailed the cuts are. Pleasantly surprised and have used them several time for scrapbooking.

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I have found these dies to be quite usable. They cut nicely with one pass through machine. I love that you can interlock the star pieces. That's made for another beautiful shape and was easy to do.

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Monday, October 27, 2014

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Aunt Martha's Ballpoint 8-Pack Embroidery Paint, Pastel Colors
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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Must have product for any craft. Make sure of your plan before use. Make a mistake and it will be a permanent mistake.I use an old white pillowcase to test out before using on any project. I have to say that they are a blast to use. I make children's products and it has helped cutting back on sewing major details!!! ENJOY!!!

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poorly packed, some of the paint where squished and one is now leaking, but buying one paint to replace it at joann fabric, is a lot easier than returning the product

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This was just so-so as some of the paint tubes are very difficult to get paint started . I have had these a few years ago and all worked fine. Not so pleased with this pack. The colors are nice but need to be able to use more easily.

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You can use these "pens" to decorate all kinda of stuff but you can surely make some one of a kind T-shirts and other clothing with them. Do your own flowers, rainbows or any other symbols with much less effort that actual embroidery requires.

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I bought these for finishing my embroidery items. Now my daughter uses them to paint and draw on tote bags she sells at the fairs. Great product. i used them first in the 50's and liked them then. Since I really didn't want to embroider the items I had because they were too old, I bought these again because it went faster.

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Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Review of 3" STAINLESS STEEL RULER HEM CLIPS - SET OF 18

3' STAINLESS STEEL RULER HEM CLIPS - SET OF 18
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I have a large project I am working on with turned under hems and needed to find a quicker way to turn them under and an easier way to hold the hem in place until it was stitched. This tool did the trick! They slide on the fabric easily and hold the hem in place nicely. It made my hemming job so much quicker. Using just plain strait pins was time conuming and I kept stabbing myself with the pins. This goes so much quicker. The order came quickly and this product has save me so much time!! I highly recommend it!

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Makes hemming SO much easier! I just fold up my fabric and slide in place, and hem away! How did I not know about these before?

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I ordered these on line because I couldn't find them in any stores. You will find several uses for them when crafting and sewing.

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As a professional seamstress I love these clips. They make measuring and marking quick and easy.

However, be sure to wipe them down well before you use them because of residual manufacturing oil

that may linger.

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Monday, September 29, 2014

Buy Tulip 15552 Dimensional Crystal Fabric Paint, 6-Pack

Tulip 15552 Dimensional Crystal Fabric Paint, 6-Pack
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I was happy to find this. I make butterflifes out of soda bottles and the crystal paint is what I love to use on them. The plain paints do not show well..........

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Saturday, September 13, 2014

Cheap Royal 104 Piece All Media Artist Easel Set

Royal & Langnickel 104-Piece All Media Easel Artist Set
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
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It's a good introduction set to painting with oils, acrylics and water colors. Just what I wanted since I am just starting out. It gives you a good variety of media to experiment with. You soon realized that if you are going to do quality work you need an few more supplies. (I am going with acrylics)

I added:

One Stroke Painting INT1059 Folk Art Value Brush Pack (Amazon)

Stainless Steel Painting Knife Pallet Knife 5-Piece Set (Amazon)

and a couple more things like gesso, Matte Finish Spray and larger

tube of white (Amazon)

In the end the nicest part of this set will be the wooden box. It is very nicely made with dovetailed joints, drawers for storage and good hardware (flip latches) and sturdy leather handle. I will have a convenient place to store all my supplies and I can take them anywhere should I decide to work outside or on location. I love it. The box is classy and convenient.

"THIS IS NOT A TOY" I DON'T KNOW WHY AMAZON CONSIDERS THIS A TOY

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This paint kit would be excellent for someone who is just learning to paint. It has a slew of different media and brushes. I guess I don't need to list it all. I also like that the easel is built in. I did buy new brushes. The ones that come with the set are crappy. I found that the bristles on all of them are too long and too difficult to control if you're trying to make narrow, short lines.

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Just received this item and was very excited about it. When I took it out of the package, the bottom of the wooden box fell off and the 2 drawer fronts! Very shoddy construction. Rubber foot was missing off bottom of the box. Pastels were floating around inside. Not sure if the art supplies are worth anything, I couldn't get past how awful the box was. The easel did not have the "lip" to hold a canvas as pictured and is not sturdy. So disappointed....

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This set is nice but in my opinion not worth the price, the paints are good but the box is pretty flimsy and the brushes are not very good. when i got it one of the oil paints had been punctured and paint got on the inside of the box and on some of the other paints and the pallet, it sounds like a lot but it wasn't really THAT much paint, just enough to be annoying and dissapointing, especially because the set was a christmas gift for my wife. I must say though that besides all that she does have a lot of fun with this and has painted many cute pictures to hang in our new babies room. I would recomend looking for a different paint set if i were you, or at least if you could find this one for a much lower price.

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I bought this for my 9 yr old niece and it arrived in good condition, nothing broken or leaking. Not that I am an artist, I couldn't draw a straight line with a ruler, but this seems to be a good quality beginner set for those who like to draw or paint, especially for kids, maybe not as much for adults, but if I could draw I would use it :-)

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Friday, September 12, 2014

Jewelry Making: 12 Sets Tibetan Silver Pendants, Lead Free Review

Jewelry Making: 12 Sets Tibetan Silver Pendants, Lead Free and Nickel Free, Antique Silver
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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Easy to use, but noticed after a short time the silver started to rub off. This happened only on the ones that are being used not the ones in the bag still.

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Monday, August 11, 2014

Review of Ostart 12 Sizes 6'' (15cm) Carbonized Bamboo Crochet Knitting Hooks

Ostart 12 Sizes 6'' Carbonized Bamboo Crochet Knitting Hooks Set Needles Kit
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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Nice quality and they work smoothly with the yarn I use. Although, I prefer a tapered style crochet hook, I'm getting used to using these incline ones. Very comfortable, light weight, and come in larger sizes that I use more often.

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My set of crochet hooks arrived this morning (two weeks ahead of schedule) with a set of circular knitting needles I ordered from the same seller. They are just as advertised. Each being a solid piece, feeling very smooth in my hands. I can't wait to get started on some new projects!

The hooks I received are a darker color, more like the second pictured set. Each hook is marked via wood burning with its respective "mm" size.

Although my package sat in US Customs for a whole week, I'm glad that it got here sooner than planned.

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I love them! They work very well and I save $$$. They are smooth and beautiful to look at. Thanks

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the hooks were not chipped shipping was really fast nothing was broken all hooks were in package as described with all the sizes A+++++ thank you

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I was unsure when I ordered these hooks but I have had no problems with them at all. They are very smooth and very light weight very easy to work with.

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Sunday, August 10, 2014

Cheap Distinctive Blind Hem Sewing Machine Presser Foot - Fits All Low

Distinctive Blind Hem Sewing Machine Presser Foot - Fits All Low Shank Snap-On Singer*, Brother, Babylock, Euro-Pro, Janome, Kenmore, White, Juki, New Home, Simplicity, Elna and More!
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That's correct, ladies, I'm a Harley rider who sews the consequence of living alone . . . sigh.

Notwithstanding my genius and dexterity, I must admit to creating hems that resemble the country roads on which I like to ride: curvy. Impelled by pride, I recently undertook to discover if some sort of guide was made for my machine (Singer) to assist in straightening out my path. At Amazon, I discovered the blind hem presser foot which seemed to me to serve a useful dual purpose: yes, create a blind hem for esthetic reasons but, more importantly, create a blind hem for the sewing impaired, your humble servant.

This item is a "snap-on" foot which, as noted in the product description, many machines accommodate or easily adapt to fit with a screw-on attachment to the presser bar. After creating an S-fold in the material at the hem, the foot is placed on the hem edge where the straight portion of the stitch will be located; the zigzag (blind) stitch is adjusted to just catch the fold. The presser foot has a very easy to adjust guide that is set to follow the fold.

I have to proceed rather slowly to ensure that the guide travels along the fold and yields a reasonably straight hem. Nevertheless, in those instances when I daydream myself off track, the spacing of the blind stitch is such that it is not readily noticeable a good thing since the curtains I am making for a window above my kitchen sink counter shows its hem rather conspicuously.

In spite of its modest cost, the presser foot is a hefty piece that appears well made. The guide is plastic but stout enough such that I do not anticipate breakage due to wear-and-tear or modest abuse.

In a word, I am quite happy with this gadget.

Ed

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My machine does blind hems, but this makes it so much easier! I can now hem things so fast there's no more reason to procrastinate!

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At ten dollars this Blind Hem Sewing Foot was the best price I could find. Hancock Fabrics sold the same foot for twenty-five dollars and Hobby Lobby, Wal-mart and Target did not sell it at all.

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Ok there are many Utube videos on how to use presser feet. Just type in your seach engine on how to use what ever foot you want to use and surprise there is usually a video or a written tutorial on how to use various feet. I know as sometimes it is not easy to figure out the best use for a foot. You will be surprised how much the right foot can make your life easier.

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I love this blind hem foot. Makes hemming quick and easy. This foot is a must for a professional look on your hems.

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Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Discount Art Impressions Party Girls Set Rubber Stamp

Art Impressions Party Girls Set Rubber Stamp
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This is the Third time that I've ordered Party Girl's. Finally got it.

There was/is a problem with the packaging. I returned 2 that were labeled/packaged worng. I wrote a review on them statiing the problem., hopefully they corrected the problem.

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Saturday, July 5, 2014

Buy Disney Princess Stamp & Stationery Set

Disney Princess Stamp & Stationery Set
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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This is kind of a cheaply prepared set. The paper and envelopes are of the lowest quality. My daughter will destroy it though, so it is okay for what it is.

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