I really enjoy adding texture and patterns to my mixed-media projects- and Melt Art Texture Treads from Ranger Industries does just that. While they were designed to be used with UTEE (ultra thick embossing enamels,) they can be used on so much more. Let’s take a look! Here’s how they are described on the Ranger Ink website: Texture Treads were designed especially for use with UTEE (Ultra Thick Embossing Enamels) and the Melting Pot®. Create textured embellishments for jewelry making, homedécor, paper crafts […]
Husking Hoops and Loops Kit from Quilled Creations
I was sent the Husking Hoops and Loops kit from Quilled Creations to review. I will tell you all right now that I am a husking and quilled paper novice. But I have wanted to try my hand at it for so long. I eagerly jumped right into my kit. The Quilled Creations website states: Husking Hoops & Loops Kit Husking is a unique technique that loops quilling paper around straight pins to form stunning patterns. Try it and you’ll […]
Craft Product Review: American Crafts Memory Markers
American Crafts has been a staple in the paper crafting industry for years. I always look forward to their new paper releases in bright colors and versatile patterns. They have the cutest matching embellishments and fantastic booths at CHA. I’ve also been a fan of their broad range of markers and writing tools over the years, so it was my pleasure to review their Memory Markers. What are Memory Markers? American Crafts describes them as, “The duo-tip memory markers […]
Craft Product Reviews: Mod Podge Dimensional Magic Specialty Formulas- Silver and Gold Glitter
I really love Mod Podge Dimensional Magic and use it frequently to add a glossy top coat to my projects. How excited was I to find out that there are now new formulations that have gold an silver glitter in the bottle? (Yes, I know you can just add it, but why not use it if they make it?) Let’s play, folks! Here’s how it’s described on the website: Create faux mosaic, quilt and other textures with added dimension. Dries […]
Craft Product Review: Plus Decoration Touch n Slide Pens
One of the products at CHA Summer that really made me happy was the Plus Decoration Touch n Slide Pens. If rub-ons and adhesive tape runners had a baby, this would be it. Fun designs on a clear background with an easy-peasy pen dispenser. Let’s get started! Description: With Plus Decoration Touch n Slide Pens it’s fun and easy to add a personal touch to all kinds of messages and paper projects! The pen-style tool dispenses a line of tape adorned with […]
Craft Product Review: Heidi Swapp Color Shine Spritz
Every crafter has their “idols.” You all know of my undying love for all things Tim Holtz. And in my creative Bible, if Tim is God, then Heidi Swapp is definitely my crafty Jesus. (Jennifer McGuire is my Holy Spirit of inspiration.) I have always enjoyed seeing Heidi’s clean, happy and identifiable style. I’ve also hoarded her products over the years and refuse to use them unless the project I’m working on is deemed worthy. Heidi’s products are always so […]
Craft Product Review: Brushstroke Mod Podge by Plaid
Next up in our testing of the new Mod Podge formulas is Brushstroke Mod Podge. The Plaid website indicates that: Mod Podge ® Brushstroke creates a highly textured finish that resembles hand painting. Apply over posters, prints or to decoupaged canvas projects for an artistic look that’s an affordable alternative to genuine painted wall art. Non-yellowing, dries clear. Certified AP non-toxic; waterbase. The first thing I noticed when I opened the bottle was that the Brushstroke product was much thicker […]
Product Review: Helmar Acid Free Glue
I was super excited when Jenny took me to the Helmar booth at Summer CHA in July. I had followed their design team‘s amazing creativity and inspiration over the years and was ecstatic to test some of their many, many adhesive products! Today I’m trying out Helmar Acid Free Glue. Helmar describes this as, “Helmar Acid Free glue has been specifically formulated for memory albums, book binding, mounting photographs, preserving old or precious books, documents, scrap books, most craft […]
Craft Product Review: Mod Podge Antique Matte
The original Mod Podge formula may very well be the king of crafting adhesives. I personally reach for it first when I need an adhesive. The folks at Plaid have been coming out with new and exciting formulas. Let’s put the new Antique Matte version to the test. The Plaid website simply states “Give your projects an heirloom look with this special Mod Podge formula.” The first thing I noticed when opening the bottle was that the color of the […]
Craft Product Review: Fuse Creativity System by Fiskars
Just when you think there are no more innovations to manual die cut machines (Bigger sizes? Check. Electric Motors? Check.) Fiskars comes out with the Fuse Creativity System– which is able to die cut and letterpress in one pass. WHOA, NELLY! So there is a LOT of ground to cover here- and I warn ya, you might want grab a cuppa joe. There are a lot of photos in this post AND a 15-minute video, so settle in. : ) […]
Craft Product Review: Scentz by Color Box
In an effort to make cards and other papercrafts even more interactive, now there is a way to add scent to your embossing with Scentz by Color Box of Clearsnap. I picked these up at my local scrapbooking store and couldn’t wait to try them out and see how they smelled! First, though, here’s how they are described on the website: CLEARSNAP-ColorBox: Scentz Embossing Powder. Don’t just give your designs texture – make them smell good too with these fabulously […]
Which White Gel Pen is the Best? A Comparison.
If you like to journal or scrapbook, having a great white gel pen is really handy to have. A nice white line on a dark background can have a LOT of impact and “pop!” But which white gel pen really delivers?? I was on a quest to find out and today I’m sharing my results of the American Crafts Ultimate Gel Pens white pastel, Sanford Uni-Ball Gel Impact Pen -White, andSakura 58471 Souffle 3-Dimensional Opaque Ink Pen, White So first, […]
Craft Tool Review: Stamping Gear by Inkadinkado
I love stamping, and have quite the collection of both wood-mount and clear stamps. But after a while, you kind of get tired looking at the same images and get bored with them. But this new system – Stamping Gear by Inkadinkado from EK Success– will breath new life into your stamping. It’s got my mind literally spinning in new directions! Here’s how it’s described on the website: Let your creativity spiral into intricate, symmetrical designs with Inkadinkado’s Stamping Gear. […]
Craft Product Review: Liquid Fusion from Aleene’s
Adhesives are one of a crafter’s best friends- we need glues for everything from paper to fabric and everything in between! Liquid Fusion from Aleene’s claims to be 2 ounces of “pure muscle” by the description on their site. Let’s put that claim to the test. The description straight from their site is as follows: Liquid Fusion® Clear Urethane Glue is to the crafting world what energy drinks are to the sports world—2 ounces of PURE MUSCLE! Fed up with […]
Craft Product Review: DCWV The Glitzy Glitter Stack
I recently reviewed the Die Cuts with a View (DCWV) Silky Smooth cardstock, so I thought, Why not stay with a good thing and go ahead and review their new Glitzy Glitter Stack! According to the website, the Glitzy glitter stack is, “Enjoy glitz and glam galore with the 12”x12” Glitzy Glitter Brights Stack! See the sparkle and shine for yourself in this striking, one-of-a-kind finish. ” One of the first things I noticed with this stack compared to other […]
Craft Product Review: Scrapbooking Attitude (Shoe Attitude) by Avatrex
I love the Craft and Hobby Association tradeshows because we get to see the new, cool and often innovative craft products. Scrapbooking Attitude by Avatrex was once such cool innovative product. Originally Scrapbooking Attitude was conceived as a product to be used to apply decals to white athletic shoes- no kidding! (I have the original YouTube video on that right here.) However, as the product made the rounds it became clear that it could be used for so much more […]
Review: Epson Stylus Photo R2000 Color Inkjet Printer
For years, I’ve avoided doing certain crafts because frankly, my printers have been pretty substandard. (Some were even hand-me-downs from my Dad- thanks, Dad!) But there are so many cool projects to do with a larger-format printer- like printing 12X12 sheets, for example- and I just haven’t had a good enough printer to do some of these crafts. So my world was kinda rocked when I unboxed the Epson Stylus Photo R2000 Wireless Wide-Format Color Inkjet Printer ) So I […]
What’s New: Paper-Palooza! {Video Reviews}
There has been a veritable BLIZZARD of paper products hitting CTD WHQ! Place mats, paper stacks, embellishments, and more! So last week I put together some video overviews so you can see some of the new, cool products hitting the shelves! Let’s start off with paper placemats from JoAnn’s. Of COURSE you can use them as…um… placemats, but this larger-format paper would be great for making bags, party favors, or in your electronic die-cutting machine. Take a look: ((For some […]
Craft Book Review: The Collage Workbook: How to Get Started and Stay Inspired by Randel Plowman
You can imagine that I get a lot of book solicitations from publishers- but only now and then will I get them from the actual AUTHOR. Such was the case with the The Collage Workbook: How to Get Started and Stay Inspired This was interesting to me because while collage is VERY hot in mixed-media right now- specifically as a scrapbooking format- I’d never taken more than a by-the-seat-of-my-pants approach to collage. And to be perfectly honest, I wanted to […]
Craft Product Review: DCWV Silky Smooth Cardstock
Who doesn’t love Die Cuts with a View (DCWV)? Just about every crafter has at least one stack of their paper. Also they have some pretty fabulous booths at CHA. Today we’re going to be playing with their Silky Smooth cardstock. There are two different packs of Silky Smooth; one with neutral colors and one with brights. Each has 36 sheets of paper in six different colors and they come in two sizes, 12×12 and 4.5″x6.5″. The paper itself has […]
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