blemon
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Post by blemon on Sept 6, 2022 13:16:21 GMT
I am mulling over the purchase of a die set from AliExpress Yes, definitely. I got this set for the same reason: number stamp setAnd thanks to all the enablers! I got the heart pockets this morning and am excited to use them. The posts made me very happy. |
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Post by Kerri W on Sept 6, 2022 14:07:38 GMT
I am mulling over the purchase of a die set from AliExpress, each number is approximately 2 inches/5 cm high. It looks like it would be easy to use year after year, dramatic and impactful without taking up too much precious estate thanks to that slim profile. Love that you get to play around by adding or withholding the outline. I can see doing the outline in a glitter paper or by adding embossing powder in a tone-on-tone finish for an edgy touch. Total cost with shipping is under 5€. What do the DD-ers think?  Totally worth it! I agree with your idea of them being so versatile...I can see using them several different ways. They'd also be great for birthday themed things. Do you have a link? |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 6, 2022 14:51:36 GMT
I moved computer. I haven't got pse set up yet, so I printed a jpeg image of Alis messy circle stamp on vellum, applied glue using a glue pen, waited until it was partly dry and then rubbed foil over it.....later today will fussy cut them out. They aren't perfect, but good enough.
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Post by elegantsufficiency on Sept 6, 2022 15:25:48 GMT
I am mulling over the purchase of a die set from AliExpress, each number is approximately 2 inches/5 cm high I am in awe of the treasure you find on AliExpress. I can't even find these things when I know what I'm looking for! I would love a link please - for though I cut numbers using my Silhouette most years, there's something about die-cuts when they are as fine/close fitting as these. I think it's the clean cut and pressed edges that I find satisfying. These are particularly well proportioned I think. And I agree with blemon, I don't seem to see "believe" so much here around Christmas time either - unless it's a US import. |
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Post by mom on Sept 6, 2022 16:24:48 GMT
I am mulling over the purchase of a die set from AliExpress, each number is approximately 2 inches/5 cm high. It looks like it would be easy to use year after year, dramatic and impactful without taking up too much precious estate thanks to that slim profile. Love that you get to play around by adding or withholding the outline. I can see doing the outline in a glitter paper or by adding embossing powder in a tone-on-tone finish for an edgy touch. Total cost with shipping is under 5€. What do the DD-ers think? Totally worth it! I agree with your idea of them being so versatile...I can see using them several different ways. They'd also be great for birthday themed things. Do you have a link? I am mulling over the purchase of a die set from AliExpress, each number is approximately 2 inches/5 cm high I am in awe of the treasure you find on AliExpress. I can't even find these things when I know what I'm looking for! I would love a link please - for though I cut numbers using my Silhouette most years, there's something about die-cuts when they are as fine/close fitting as these. I think it's the clean cut and pressed edges that I find satisfying. These are particularly well proportioned I think. And I agree with blemon , I don't seem to see "believe" so much here around Christmas time either - unless it's a US import. Here is a link. I actually ordered them last week but haven't gotten them in the mail yet. www.aliexpress.com/item/3256803554276173.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.0.0.2c941802YiEkV5 |
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Post by Margie on Sept 6, 2022 17:45:54 GMT
Thanks for the link, mom! By the way, today the item shows expected delivery Nov. 15. |
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Post by jenna on Sept 6, 2022 19:26:59 GMT
ali express is DANGEROUS for me  I bought a Big Shot on ebay a couple months ago because it was really really cheap and one of those "someday..." things I wanted. I've bought a few dies here and there but haven't really gotten to use it much. Anyways I spent my weekend on and off just getting lost in the sauce adding random things to my wishlist and it's literally like suddenly hours have gone down the drain because you go from link to link to link..and on and on  also sleepingbooty definitely get those numbers. they're are so versatile! |
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Post by sleepingbooty on Sept 6, 2022 20:04:51 GMT
mom posted the link above for those wanting the slim number die set! I placed my order earlier today but didn't upgrade my shipping so it'll probably take several weeks to reach me. AliExpress orders even with long shipping delays have been getting to me quite quickly lately so I'm hoping these will be delivered in October.  For those wanting the SC attacher dies for half the price (and free shipping!), they are here. 
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Post by sleepingbooty on Sept 6, 2022 20:10:05 GMT
sleepingbooty I am in awe of the treasure you find on AliExpress. I can't even find these things when I know what I'm looking for! There are a few excellent AliExpress huntresses on the board. You should totally post an AX SOS post so we can help you find what you want. It's secretly fun, to be honest. Just managed to unearth a cute, hot pink, bone-shaped poop bag dispenser on there for the new hot pink dog leash I bought for my mother (on AX as well, of course). It's the small things in life (like scrapbooking dies)...  |
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Post by mom on Sept 6, 2022 20:15:11 GMT
mom posted the link above for those wanting the slim number die set! I placed my order earlier today but didn't upgrade my shipping so it'll probably take several weeks to reach me. AliExpress orders even with long shipping delays have been getting to me quite quickly lately so I'm hoping these will be delivered in October. For those wanting the SC attacher dies for half the price (and free shipping!), they are here. Its crazy that I can find SC stuff all day long. But AE stuff? Never. |
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Post by sleepingbooty on Sept 6, 2022 20:42:33 GMT
For those wanting the SC attacher dies for half the price (and free shipping!), they are here. Its crazy that I can find SC stuff all day long. But AE stuff? Never. Oh, no problem with finding (some) AE on my side. A vendor is already selling the new holiday messy circles stamp set (using the basic image they posted, not even waiting for the proper digital file to be released, ahem)... |
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Post by mom on Sept 6, 2022 20:47:54 GMT
Its crazy that I can find SC stuff all day long. But AE stuff? Never. Oh, no problem with finding (some) AE on my side. A vendor is already selling the new holiday messy circles stamp set (using the basic image they posted, not even waiting for the proper digital file to be released, ahem)... what?!? Now Ive got to go hunt. Edit: well I post I cant find any AE and then bam, find the ones from earlier this year. |
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Post by paget on Sept 6, 2022 20:48:39 GMT
Ali’s present stamp was the first one to go - has a “notify me.” Kind of surprised by that. Maybe because it was one of the 19.99 vs 28.99 ones…
I did end up getting that one.
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Post by sleepingbooty on Sept 6, 2022 20:50:56 GMT
Oh, no problem with finding (some) AE on my side. A vendor is already selling the new holiday messy circles stamp set (using the basic image they posted, not even waiting for the proper digital file to be released, ahem)... what?!? Now Ive got to go hunt. Edit: well I post I cant find any AE and then bam, find the ones from earlier this year. Sure, there are some recent AE sets here. AX has everything! |
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Post by mom on Sept 6, 2022 20:57:21 GMT
what?!? Now Ive got to go hunt. Edit: well I post I cant find any AE and then bam, find the ones from earlier this year. Sure, there are some recent AE sets here. AX has everything! Thats nuts! I never saw them earlier! I normally dont buy from AX but man. They have some good ones. Yikes. |
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Post by sleepingbooty on Sept 6, 2022 21:09:48 GMT
Thats nuts! I never saw them earlier! I normally dont buy from AX but man. They have some good ones. Yikes. Watch the stamp test samples in the comments first to see if the quality is up to your standards. I think it's worth it for the stamp sets you want to use with colour inks or embossing powder but you don't see yourself using multiple times in the future (otherwise, just get the digital for the same price). Quality is floppy acrylic, not the nice photopolymer stuff we're used to. As long as you keep this in mind, you should be fine. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 6, 2022 21:18:25 GMT
I really hope the DD digitals will be similar to last years prices and not the year before....e.g. 2021 paislee press digital kit $9.99. 2020 is still $14.49
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Post by elegantsufficiency on Sept 6, 2022 21:39:38 GMT
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Post by mom on Sept 6, 2022 21:52:30 GMT
Thats nuts! I never saw them earlier! I normally dont buy from AX but man. They have some good ones. Yikes. Watch the stamp test samples in the comments first to see if the quality is up to your standards. I think it's worth it for the stamp sets you want to use with colour inks or embossing powder but you don't see yourself using multiple times in the future (otherwise, just get the digital for the same price). Quality is floppy acrylic, not the nice photopolymer stuff we're used to. As long as you keep this in mind, you should be fine. Yeah I am going to hold off on these....for now. I will wait for the reviews on the Christmas ones. Though not too long because you know Inked will have their lawyers yanking them. |
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blemon
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Post by blemon on Sept 6, 2022 23:13:14 GMT
Ok, rabbit hole of AX today.
After looking at stamps for nearly an hour, I started adding cat things to my cart for my daughter's advent calendar: cat scissors, white out, paper clips, bookmarks, spoons (YES, spoons!), and a regular swizzle stick because we saw the world's largest when we were on vacation this summer. Oh man. I got some good stuff.
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Post by marie on Sept 6, 2022 23:42:23 GMT
I haven't had a chance to watch the Crafting with Krystal December Daily video yet( from the Facebook DD group). But Ali just shared a blog post recapping the Live with the video imbedded and lots of photos giving all kinds of ways to use stamps. I really liked some of Krystal's ideas!
She will do a new video and blog post each Thursday this month for DD ideas
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Post by gizzy on Sept 6, 2022 23:52:22 GMT
I have no self control. I went today & placed 2 orders. Some of what I wanted was sold out & I'm telling myself I'm okay with that and won't obsess over it. The plastic stars I may try and recreate. After watching Krystal's video, I went back and purchased the tag/star stamp which at first glance I passed on because of the price. sleepingbooty, such a cute pup! He looks like he'd be full of mischief around a Christmas tree. |
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Post by Skellinton on Sept 7, 2022 0:26:44 GMT
what?!? Now Ive got to go hunt. Edit: well I post I cant find any AE and then bam, find the ones from earlier this year. Sure, there are some recent AE sets here. AX has everything! Dang, you sent me on a hunt for Disney stuff, I found some cute Mickey head snowflake dies and I ordered one of the alphabets from one of your links. Thank you! |
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Post by pantsonfire on Sept 7, 2022 3:43:53 GMT
Anyone want a review of the Elle's Studio stamp sets from their DD? Here ya go.   |
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Post by pantsonfire on Sept 7, 2022 3:50:39 GMT
All imagines were stamped twice using Ranger jet black archival ink.
As you can see not all images have a clean stamp. On a separate piece of paper I tested out a few that didn't stamp great and even after 3 and 4 stamp impressions, they still were not clean - elf approved, round label, north pole.
The days left until stamp and jungle bells stamp are not cut well. They are breaking apart.
Also as you can see the word way will not stamp. It bends and won't stay straight on my Tim Holtz stamp system. It will also bleed when stamped more than 1 time.
Almost all of the sentiments with the tabs vol. 2 set will not fit in the round tab. All fit, some barely, in the triangle tab.
I will contacting them tomorrow. I want a replacement for the jingle all the way stamp.
I have had issues with other E.S products - stickers and jelly like sticky items not sticking or ripping.
Not sure if I will buy from them again.
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Post by pantsonfire on Sept 7, 2022 3:53:43 GMT
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Post by pantsonfire on Sept 7, 2022 3:54:48 GMT
What is interesting is some of the stamps stamped great on the first stamp down. Others need 2 and others need 3-4 stamps while a few still don't get fixed but rather get bleedy.
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Post by marie on Sept 7, 2022 4:45:49 GMT
What is interesting is some of the stamps stamped great on the first stamp down. Others need 2 and others need 3-4 stamps while a few still don't get fixed but rather get bleedy. Thanks for sharing the photos. That's disappointing. My order won't ship until my kit ships this month but I will be sure to test out the stamps. |
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Post by JavaJones on Sept 7, 2022 10:19:20 GMT
What is interesting is some of the stamps stamped great on the first stamp down. Others need 2 and others need 3-4 stamps while a few still don't get fixed but rather get bleedy. That’s too bad, I have some Elle’s Studio stamps, and they are fine, no issues stamping with them. I wonder if they changed their manufacturer?  |
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