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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 15, 2021 17:27:17 GMT
Hello 👋 So, I started scrapbooking in the 90’s, but I have been on a really long hiatus where I haven’t touched my supplies in years. I am really having the urge lately to get back into it, but I’m feeling completely overwhelmed. All of my supplies are pretty old, and I don’t even know where to begin.
I used to really keep up with all the latest supplies, and techniques, and enjoyed watching videos, and buying supplies, but I feel really out of the loop.
So, I was wondering what were some of the favorites of current scrapbookers? I need to replace my pens and ink pads for sure, most have dried up. What are your current favorites? Ink pads, pens, adhesives, paper trimmers, fun tools that I could maybe add to my Christmas list this year? Favorite products or embellishments that you can’t scrapbook without? Favorite places, or You Tube channels, or Instagram accounts to get inspiration?
I ordered an Epson Picture Mate this week with some birthday money I’ve been saving, so I have a plan for photo printing. I’ve found some scrapbooking podcasts that I’ve started listening to again. I’m going into my office, and staring at my supplies, trying to get up the inspiration to organize, and evaluate what’s in there. I’m feeling really excited and ready to work scrapbooking back into my life! I plan on starting with a December album for 2020 once my printer arrives. I think this will be a good place to start since my Christmas supplies are the most current, and I get the most excited about them.
Anyways, I know this was a long post with a lot of questions, so I’m obviously not expecting people to answer everything. I just thought it would be fun to get some ideas before I dive back in, and make a trip to a craft store to replace some of my basic supplies. I also thought it would be fun to get some ideas for my Christmas list this year, because craft supplies are my favorite 🥰.
Thanks for any advice, or suggestions!
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Post by jediannie on Sept 15, 2021 17:49:00 GMT
So, I was wondering what were some of the favorites of current scrapbookers?
I really enjoy Heba of My Little Journal, Leilani Scraps and Jenni Garcia (you should be able to find them all on Youtube and Instagram). I love Heba's clean style and she's a great stamper on her layouts. She does not make cards so seeing how she uses what would be a typical "card" stamp set is great. Leilani Scraps is just light and fun and makes super cute layouts, she uses colors that I normally wouldn't use but her projects are so fun it's making me want to step out of my comfort zone and use them. Jenni Garcia makes beautiful things, her handmade embellishments are gorgeous and her handwriting is so pretty.
What are your current favorites? Ink pads, pens, adhesives, paper trimmers, fun tools that I could maybe add to my Christmas list this year?
Ink pads: I love all the Memento inks and the Distress Oxides.
Pens: this is a hard one because I haven't found my favorite yet. I keep defaulting to those skinny Sharpies (fine point felt tip).
Adhesives: still using my ATG and also switched my liquid glue to Bearly Arts glues.
Paper trimmer: still using my Fiskars trimmer and am always hunting for a better one.
Fun tools: I like using the Taylored Expressions blender brushes with the distress oxides, but any type of blender brush works well (get a cheap one from Amazon to try them to see if you like them first)
Favorite products or embellishments that you can’t scrapbook without?
I'm currently going through my old stash of products from 2009-13 and am loving using this older stuff, but for new stuff, I like Pink Fresh Studios lines and Vicki Boutin Lines.
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Post by papersilly on Sept 15, 2021 17:57:24 GMT
i could go on and on but these are my favorites. these are the ones i cannot live without:
-fiskars procision paper trimmer (because it's self sharpening)
-paper piercers
-needle nose pliers
-all kinds of scissors
-glue bottles with micro tip
-Fabri-Tac glue
-guillotine paper cutter
-rulers (tim holtz one because it has thick lines and bold numbers)
-Goo-Gone
-acetone
-baby wipes (great for general desk cleaning and picking up glitter)
-color laser printer
-double sided tape (scor-tape)
-electronic cutting machine (Brother Scan n Cut)
-Big Shot Foldaway and the magnetic plate
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 15, 2021 19:23:58 GMT
So, I was wondering what were some of the favorites of current scrapbookers? I really enjoy Heba of My Little Journal, Leilani Scraps and Jenni Garcia (you should be able to find them all on Youtube and Instagram). I love Heba's clean style and she's a great stamper on her layouts. She does not make cards so seeing how she uses what would be a typical "card" stamp set is great. Leilani Scraps is just light and fun and makes super cute layouts, she uses colors that I normally wouldn't use but her projects are so fun it's making me want to step out of my comfort zone and use them. Jenni Garcia makes beautiful things, her handmade embellishments are gorgeous and her handwriting is so pretty. What are your current favorites? Ink pads, pens, adhesives, paper trimmers, fun tools that I could maybe add to my Christmas list this year? Ink pads: I love all the Memento inks and the Distress Oxides. Pens: this is a hard one because I haven't found my favorite yet. I keep defaulting to those skinny Sharpies (fine point felt tip). Adhesives: still using my ATG and also switched my liquid glue to Bearly Arts glues. Paper trimmer: still using my Fiskars trimmer and am always hunting for a better one. Fun tools: I like using the Taylored Expressions blender brushes with the distress oxides, but any type of blender brush works well (get a cheap one from Amazon to try them to see if you like them first) Favorite products or embellishments that you can’t scrapbook without? I'm currently going through my old stash of products from 2009-13 and am loving using this older stuff, but for new stuff, I like Pink Fresh Studios lines and Vicki Boutin Lines. This was so fun to read through, thanks! I can’t wait to go check some of this out!👏🏻 |
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 15, 2021 19:25:00 GMT
i could go on and on but these are my favorites. these are the ones i cannot live without: -fiskars procision paper trimmer (because it's self sharpening) -paper piercers -needle nose pliers -all kinds of scissors -glue bottles with micro tip -Fabri-Tac glue -guillotine paper cutter -rulers (tim holtz one because it has thick lines and bold numbers) -Goo-Gone -acetone -baby wipes (great for general desk cleaning and picking up glitter) -color laser printer -double sided tape (scor-tape) -electronic cutting machine (Brother Scan n Cut) -Big Shot Foldaway and the magnetic plate So helpful, thanks!!😊 |
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Post by Linda on Sept 15, 2021 23:11:08 GMT
I'm a pretty simple scrapper so my list is probably shorter/different than the more creative scrappers
cardstock - I like all the colours. I'm always happy to find Bazzil at TM but I also like the Hot Buy pads of cardstock at M's - it has a nice texture.
I just got a Gemini Jr and it's awesome - loving it for cutting dies. I haven't tried embossing folders yet. I still grab my QK hand tool for 2x2 dies though.
pens? I love my micron for journalling and knock-off copics for colouring (mine are from Big Lots but I also use DD's Ohuhu ones & have a set of my own on my wishlist)
adhesive - I'm pretty old-school with photo tabs and my X xyron but also Tacky glue and pop-dots/squares
I don't buy a ton of new stuff but Echo Park, Carta Bella, and Photoplay tend to have collections I find usable
paper cutter - I'm also using a Fiskars - it works fine for me.
Embellishments - I still love enamel dots, nuvo dots, and stickers plus of course die cuts (from collections or cut at home)
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 15, 2021 23:25:02 GMT
I'm a pretty simple scrapper so my list is probably shorter/different than the more creative scrappers cardstock - I like all the colours. I'm always happy to find Bazzil at TM but I also like the Hot Buy pads of cardstock at M's - it has a nice texture. I just got a Gemini Jr and it's awesome - loving it for cutting dies. I haven't tried embossing folders yet. I still grab my QK hand tool for 2x2 dies though. pens? I love my micron for journalling and knock-off copics for colouring (mine are from Big Lots but I also use DD's Ohuhu ones & have a set of my own on my wishlist) adhesive - I'm pretty old-school with photo tabs and my X xyron but also Tacky glue and pop-dots/squares I don't buy a ton of new stuff but Echo Park, Carta Bella, and Photoplay tend to have collections I find usable paper cutter - I'm also using a Fiskars - it works fine for me. Embellishments - I still love enamel dots, nuvo dots, and stickers plus of course die cuts (from collections or cut at home) Thanks! That Gemini Jr. looks amazing!! 😍 |
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Post by scrappyrabbit on Sept 16, 2021 0:02:41 GMT
I actually love my creative memories trimmer (the big one, not the little size one). You can get different blades, so I have the scoring blade and a wavy blade. I have a very small collection of basic punch shapes (circle, heart, star) and an old creative memories circle cutting system. I keep my tools very simple as I have a small stash and small space to work with. Paper and embellishments I just get whatever catches my eye and is on sale  I am not too picky when it comes to that. I can make any supply work. I stocked up on stickers and single sheets when my local A/C Moore was going out of business. I also shop at Joann, Michaels, A Cherry On Top, and rarely scrapbook.com (they are the priciest imo). Oh, and sometimes you can even find things on amazon. Tuesday Morning used to be good for bargains, but not so much anymore. Check your facebook marketplace for supplies too! |
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Post by ghislaine on Sept 16, 2021 1:35:25 GMT
The Works All-in-One tool by We R Memory Keepers is my favorite paper trimmer. I also use the score board and make envelopes with it. It also includes a stamping platform if you haven't tried one of those yet.
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 16, 2021 1:48:40 GMT
I actually love my creative memories trimmer (the big one, not the little size one). You can get different blades, so I have the scoring blade and a wavy blade. I have a very small collection of basic punch shapes (circle, heart, star) and an old creative memories circle cutting system. I keep my tools very simple as I have a small stash and small space to work with. Paper and embellishments I just get whatever catches my eye and is on sale I am not too picky when it comes to that. I can make any supply work. I stocked up on stickers and single sheets when my local A/C Moore was going out of business. I also shop at Joann, Michaels, A Cherry On Top, and rarely scrapbook.com (they are the priciest imo). Oh, and sometimes you can even find things on amazon. Tuesday Morning used to be good for bargains, but not so much anymore. Check your facebook marketplace for supplies too! Thanks! I still have my Creative Memories circle cutting system from my very early scrapping days, and I have always loved it! |
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 16, 2021 1:49:10 GMT
The Works All-in-One tool by We R Memory Keepers is my favorite paper trimmer. I also use the score board and make envelopes with it. It also includes a stamping platform if you haven't tried one of those yet. Thanks, I’ll have to check that out! |
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Post by scrappypeanut on Sept 16, 2021 2:01:45 GMT
I too got back last year after a long absence. Silhouette Cameo 4 - use it for every layout. My original silhouette died during its nap - well maybe it was the friend I lent it too for her to do some fun things for one of her kids birthday parties and 9 months later it came back and never worked again  . Bought the cutterpede. Hate it. Don’t recommend it. I still use my punches on every layout . ATG gun, the X by Xyron. Just FYI they d/c a few sizes over the years including the cartridges so if you have larger than the X see if your size was d/c. I am still in love with my stash and very rarely buy new paper so I can’t help you there. Most of my favorite manufactures no longer exist  or were swallowed up by American Crafts and died a slow death. I do follow a few kit clubs - paper person (Kelly Purkey) and Feed Your Craft. Elles studio, studio calico, citrus twist are a few more. I am finding that the traditional 12x12, 8/12x11 are decreasing in popularity and moving towards the pocket pages and 6x8, 3x8 size. |
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Post by scrappypeanut on Sept 16, 2021 2:05:04 GMT
Ohhh but the papers I do like are Carte Bella, Simple Stories.
Ink pads - Memento Luxe but I generally stick to pigment inks. Bought the entire collection of scrapbook.com’s hybrid ink - pass. There are better (Altenew).
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 16, 2021 2:22:58 GMT
I too got back last year after a long absence. Silhouette Cameo 4 - use it for every layout. My original silhouette died during its nap - well maybe it was the friend I lent it too for her to do some fun things for one of her kids birthday parties and 9 months later it came back and never worked again . Bought the cutterpede. Hate it. Don’t recommend it. I still use my punches on every layout . ATG gun, the X by Xyron. Just FYI they d/c a few sizes over the years including the cartridges so if you have larger than the X see if your size was d/c. I am still in love with my stash and very rarely buy new paper so I can’t help you there. Most of my favorite manufactures no longer exist or were swallowed up by American Crafts and died a slow death. I do follow a few kit clubs - paper person (Kelly Purkey) and Feed Your Craft. Elles studio, studio calico, citrus twist are a few more. I am finding that the traditional 12x12, 8/12x11 are decreasing in popularity and moving towards the pocket pages and 6x8, 3x8 size. I haven’t checked into any kits for a long time, I’ll have to check those out, thanks! |
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Post by kkrenn on Sept 16, 2021 3:08:27 GMT
Everyone has given you such amazing supply ideas so I thought I'd list some of my favorite YouTubers: (After listing them all out I realized they're all card makers but the techniques can work for SB too)
Natasha Foote
Nancy Stamps
Gail Ellis
Jo Blackman
Jennifer McGuire
Sam Calcott
Splitcoaststampers
The one tool I couldn't live without (not an exaggeration) is my Vagabond 2 die cut machine.
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Post by grammadee on Sept 16, 2021 3:19:20 GMT
Welcome back to scrapbooking! I love a lot of different types of products: I MUST like them, since I have purchased so many of them!  ! I think some of my favourites are: 1. the wide variety of colours and patterns and weights of the papers today. They can stand alone, or be layered, cut or torn... 2. the way inks have become so much prettier and so much easier to blend. And the way most of the papers take the ink. 3. And the different mixed media products, like art crayons and mists and glazes. Love the messy splatter looks. My fav cs for working with these is Vicki Boutin foundation cs. 4. my Vagabond and all the dies and embossing folders I use with it. 5. and did I mention Nuvo drops? They can make those pretty little dimensional dots, but I also love them for handwriting titles and adding other little details. |
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Post by PaperAngel on Sept 16, 2021 5:06:56 GMT
My style is simple, clean, linear, & (mostly) flat with extensive journaling, actual memorabilia, etc. My favorites include: Ink - VersaFine Clair (pigment), VersaMark (clear pigment for tone on tone or embossing) Pens - Pigma Micron (pigment) Adhesive - EZ Runner by Scrapbook Adhesives Trimmer - Fiskars ProCision Tools - t-square ruler (is my most used tool!), alpha dies, basic shape punches (e.g. circles, labels) Products - I  paper. I start every layout with cardstock (usually a neutral - white, vanilla, kraft, grey, charcoal, navy, dark brown, or black); Bazzill cardstock remains my favorite. I'm neither a themed nor collection scrapper, so I prefer to buy patterned paper by the sheet (usually from Echo Park, Simple Stories, Photoplay, etc. for the classic patterns on the reverse, such as stripes, plaids, dots) & few embellishments (only versatile/non-themed labels, enamel dots, etc.) For inspiration on this site, check out the monthly sharing threads (e.g. September SHARING thread) & the Gallery link in the header above. |
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 16, 2021 14:47:20 GMT
Everyone has given you such amazing supply ideas so I thought I'd list some of my favorite YouTubers: (After listing them all out I realized they're all card makers but the techniques can work for SB too) Natasha Foote Nancy Stamps Gail Ellis Jo Blackford (wink wink) Jennifer McGuire Sam Calcott Splitcoaststampers The one tool I couldn't live without (not an exaggeration) is my Vagabond 2 die cut machine. Ooh, thanks for the inspiration, I can’t wait to go check out their channels! |
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 16, 2021 14:48:54 GMT
Welcome back to scrapbooking! I love a lot of different types of products: I MUST like them, since I have purchased so many of them! ! I think some of my favourites are: 1. the wide variety of colours and patterns and weights of the papers today. They can stand alone, or be layered, cut or torn... 2. the way inks have become so much prettier and so much easier to blend. And the way most of the papers take the ink. 3. And the different mixed media products, like art crayons and mists and glazes. Love the messy splatter looks. My fav cs for working with these is Vicki Boutin foundation cs. 4. my Vagabond and all the dies and embossing folders I use with it. 5. and did I mention Nuvo drops? They can make those pretty little dimensional dots, but I also love them for handwriting titles and adding other little details. Thanks! Mixed media really intimidates me, but I definitely want to get into more of it! |
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 16, 2021 14:50:32 GMT
My style is simple, clean, linear, & (mostly) flat with extensive journaling, actual memorabilia, etc. My favorites include: Ink - VersaFine Clair (pigment), VersaMark (clear pigment for tone on tone or embossing) Pens - Pigma Micron (pigment) Adhesive - EZ Runner by Scrapbook Adhesives Trimmer - Fiskars ProCision Tools - t-square ruler (is my most used tool!), alpha dies, basic shape punches (e.g. circles, labels) Products - I paper. I start every layout with cardstock (usually a neutral - white, vanilla, kraft, grey, charcoal, navy, dark brown, or black); Bazzill cardstock remains my favorite. I'm neither a themed nor collection scrapper, so I prefer to buy patterned paper by the sheet (usually from Echo Park, Simple Stories, Photoplay, etc. for the classic patterns on the reverse, such as stripes, plaids, dots) & few embellishments (only versatile/non-themed labels, enamel dots, etc.) For inspiration on this site, check out the monthly sharing threads (e.g. September SHARING thread) & the Gallery link in the header above. Thanks! I will definitely go check out the gallery, I hadn’t even noticed that there was one 😂 |
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Post by curiouscrafter on Sept 16, 2021 15:03:19 GMT
Everyone has given you such amazing supply ideas so I thought I'd list some of my favorite YouTubers: (After listing them all out I realized they're all card makers but the techniques can work for SB too) Natasha Foote Nancy Stamps Gail Ellis Jo Blackford (wink wink) Jennifer McGuire Sam Calcott Splitcoaststampers The one tool I couldn't live without (not an exaggeration) is my Vagabond 2 die cut machine. Wait what! Jo has a YouTube channel. I would love to follow - can you send me her login name? Thanks! |
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Post by scrapnnana on Sept 16, 2021 17:25:12 GMT
I love my Silhouette Cameo and use it for scrapbooking and paper crafting. I use it all the time.
You mentioned starting a December album. If you watched legal_lady’s new YouTube videos of her December Daily albums, she used some very attractive die cut pieces that I think she cut with an electronic cutter.
The Silhouette Cameo has so much capability and possibilities.
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Post by k10scrapper on Sept 16, 2021 19:06:42 GMT
I love my Silhouette Cameo and use it for scrapbooking and paper crafting. I use it all the time. You mentioned starting a December album. If you watched legal_lady’s new YouTube videos of her December Daily albums, she used some very attractive die cut pieces that I think she cut with an electronic cutter. The Silhouette Cameo has so much capability and possibilities. Ooh, I love watching December Album videos, thanks! |
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Post by scrappymeg on Sept 16, 2021 19:19:44 GMT
I would suggest Hip Kit Club's YouTube channel. I'm not affiliated with HKC, just a happy subscriber. They have an active design team and put out videos just about every day. Even if you don't subscribe, I would think it could be handy just to see different techniques and products that are out there.
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Post by kkrenn on Sept 16, 2021 19:53:13 GMT
Everyone has given you such amazing supply ideas so I thought I'd list some of my favorite YouTubers: (After listing them all out I realized they're all card makers but the techniques can work for SB too) Natasha Foote Nancy Stamps Gail Ellis Jo Blackford (wink wink) Jennifer McGuire Sam Calcott Splitcoaststampers The one tool I couldn't live without (not an exaggeration) is my Vagabond 2 die cut machine. Wait what! Jo has a YouTube channel. I would love to follow - can you send me her login name? Thanks! OOPS! I got the name wrong and I feel so silly! It's Jo Blackman not Jo Blackford. I'll go edit my original post. |
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Post by scrappypeanut on Sept 17, 2021 13:32:44 GMT
Yes!!! Versafine Clair Inks are amazing (color choices are slim).
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Post by myboysnme on Sept 17, 2021 14:24:03 GMT
I am so terrible with brands and things but my favorites are:
- My new edition Stampin' Up trimmer. It's not perfect but it is better than most.
- My herma dotto removeable adhesive, glue dots and foam tape
- My cutter bee scissors but any micro point scissors works
- black cardstock. I seem to use it a whole lot
- American Crafts cardstock I get at convention, but I'm not fussy about quality. It is the colors that I care about.
- Thickers type letter stickers but any really, as well as thickers type words and phrases
- Theme stickers by anyone. I love theme scrapping.
- Favorite paper people is Scrap your trip.com, Scrapbook Creations, Frank Garcia studio stuff like Prima, Stamperia, etc, Photoplay Family
Fun collection, some Creative memories offerings - they have changed so much!
- WRMK 8.5x11 3 ring albums that are hard to find now
- Club Scrap
- enamel dots
- mini distress inks
- washi tape
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I am not too picky when it comes to that. I can make any supply work. I stocked up on stickers and single sheets when my local A/C Moore was going out of business. I also shop at Joann, Michaels, A Cherry On Top, and rarely scrapbook.com (they are the priciest imo). Oh, and sometimes you can even find things on amazon. Tuesday Morning used to be good for bargains, but not so much anymore. Check your facebook marketplace for supplies too! 
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or were swallowed up by American Crafts and died a slow death. 
paper. I start every layout with cardstock (usually a neutral - white, vanilla, kraft, grey, charcoal, navy, dark brown, or black); Bazzill cardstock remains my favorite. I'm neither a themed nor collection scrapper, so I prefer to buy patterned paper by the sheet (usually from Echo Park, Simple Stories, Photoplay, etc. for the classic patterns on the reverse, such as stripes, plaids, dots) & few embellishments (only versatile/non-themed labels, enamel dots, etc.) 
