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Post by warrior1991 on Aug 24, 2017 17:44:22 GMT
They are called silicone but I didn't know what that means. Plus I have seen a few sets now that look exactly like My Favorite Things stamp sets. Seems strange.
Thoughts anyone?
thx
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Post by sleepingbooty on Aug 24, 2017 18:09:49 GMT
I've seen mixed reviews. It's my understanding they're usually not photopolymer. I ordered a set of Lawn Fawn stamps on AliExpress but it hasn't arrived yet. Will let you know when it does. I do think a separate thread dedicated solely to posting dupes of scrapbook supplies found on AliExpress would be a great thing to start. Hint, hint to all you AliExpress specialists out there.  |
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Post by warrior1991 on Aug 24, 2017 21:01:33 GMT
I saw a set that looks exactly like the Hero Arts Flamingo laying set. I saw it about 37 times.
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Post by tsabhira on Aug 24, 2017 22:14:26 GMT
I have a couple of sets. They're definitely not as nice as photopolymer, so I assume they are acrylic, which isn't that big a deal since quite a lot of American companies still use soft acrylic anyway. I mean, maybe if you needed something absolutely perfect and crisp and professional like high-end rubber, skip 'em, but I'm just slapping them down on journals and cards, so they're good enough for that purpose. I doubt they'll still be super nice in 10 years, but for a buck or two, no big deal.
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Post by anniefb on Aug 24, 2017 22:54:48 GMT
I've steered clear of them so far because of doubts about the quality, but am interested to hear some reviews. I guess for a few dollars it might be worth trying something out.
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Post by gramma on Aug 25, 2017 1:27:40 GMT
I've gotten dies from them. They cut just as well as the ones I paid $15 for and they were only $3 - $4 including shipping.
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Post by mom on Aug 25, 2017 2:25:10 GMT
I've seen mixed reviews. It's my understanding they're usually not photopolymer. I ordered a set of Lawn Fawn stamps on AliExpress but it hasn't arrived yet. Will let you know when it does. I do think a separate thread dedicated solely to posting dupes of scrapbook supplies found on AliExpress would be a great thing to start. Hint, hint to all you AliExpress specialists out there. I second this idea. I never see all the good dupes. |
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Post by nicolep on Aug 25, 2017 2:32:51 GMT
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Post by mom on Aug 25, 2017 2:48:39 GMT
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Post by streetscrapper on Aug 25, 2017 18:38:43 GMT
I've stayed away from the clear stamps because I'm not sure of the quality... but I bought my first one the other day which is identical to a MFT stamp that has been on my wishlist. I paid $3.50 (CDN) for it on Ali. It sells for $17.99 US at most US online stores. For that difference in price, I'll give it a try! I have purchased a ton of dies from Ali and I am 100% satisfied with every one of them. They cut as well as any other higher price die I have purchased. I'm waiting for 16 more to arrive... I paid less for 16 dies on Ali than I would have paid for 1 set at one of the many online stores. I know some people are having trouble with the ethics of buying knock offs on Ali, but seriously how can you not buy from them? I'm hooked.
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Post by pas2 on Aug 25, 2017 18:45:22 GMT
I have several, all are silicone. Most stamp just fine. Two have a section that is thinner and wont stamp. Unfortunately the last stamp ( the Fiskars one) the giraffee won't stamp in two large sections. For the price I'm ok with one stamp every now and then that is wonky.
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Post by chaosisapony on Aug 26, 2017 1:40:44 GMT
I bought a 4x6 set for $1.39 from Aliexpress last month purely because I was curious. They work every bit as good as sets I've paid $15 for from name brand companies.
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