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Post by natlhol on Mar 26, 2023 17:44:19 GMT
Hi all!
My birthday is coming up soon and my husband asked if I wanted any scrapping or crafting supplies. He loves to buy me tools, but will buy paper/stamps, etc if I ask for them.
I have so many consumable supplies that I really don't want to ask for any right now. I also have a ton of stamps.
I'm trying to think of some fun tools to ask for, but can't think of anything. I really DON'T need any trimmers since I have some that haven't even made it out of the packaging yet. And I have lots of scissors! (My husband defaults to scissors and trimmers if he can't think of any tools to get! LOL!)
I have:
Cuttlebug
Cameo 4
Score board
Stamp press
Cricut Easy Press with pressing mat
Plus lots of small tools
I looked at the We R Memory Keepers All in One tool, but I don't think I would use it that much since I already have a trimmer, score board and stamp press. Besides, I watched a review on YT and the reviewer had lots of trouble getting a good stamped image from a solid stamp.
What would you ask for/buy for yourself? Probably up to $75 ish, but if it was really a great idea my husband would probably get it for me if I wanted it.
I also sew, so if there is something really fun that you can recommend for that I would love to hear ideas! Again, he defaults to scissors as gifts, but also sewing mats. He tries so hard to give me things that I can use and I appreciate him!
Thanks for your help!
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Post by Citygirl on Mar 26, 2023 17:52:53 GMT
We R Makers just came out with a new Cinch Multi tool. I bought the bundle from HSN but haven't had time to take it out of the box yet.
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Post by natlhol on Mar 26, 2023 18:58:03 GMT
We R Makers just came out with a new Cinch Multi tool. I bought the bundle from HSN but haven't had time to take it out of the box yet. That looks fun! |
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Post by sarahsprettypapers on Mar 26, 2023 19:15:55 GMT
How is the lighting in your scrappy space? Would an OTT light or something similar be useful? I know that's what my craft room needs!
Or do you need a new external hard drive to backup photos?
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Post by PaperAngel on Mar 26, 2023 20:03:01 GMT
Happy Birthday! Some ideas: - Stencils - Embossing folders - T-square ruler - Silhouette Pick-me-up, Crystal Katana, or jewelry picker, if you use bling - Craft spoon for use with bling, glitter, embossing powders, etc. (e.g. Nuvo Craft Spoon) - Extra mats, plates, &/or other accessories for your Cameo 4, Cuttlebug, etc. - OTT Light - Organization/storage containers Supplies to use with your "ton of stamps:" - Stamp pressure tool (e.g. Pinkfresh version) - Heat tool (e.g. Wagner HT400) - Ranger Handle It Tool- Embossing powders - VersaFine Clair &/or other inks - Pastes/glazes - Matching die sets (if available for your favorite &/or most used stamp sets) |
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Post by FurryP on Mar 26, 2023 21:28:25 GMT
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Post by marg on Mar 26, 2023 21:32:16 GMT
I know you said no more trimmers but the Tim Holtz Rotary Trimmer looks awesome. It's going on my list for my birthday in May.
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Post by ScrapbookMyLife on Mar 27, 2023 0:21:16 GMT
Where are you storing all your scrapbook supplies? What type of workspace do you have?
Do you need a >> new cube unit, rolling cart, bookcase, dresser with lots of drawers, a locker, kitchen island type cart, table, desk, etc..... ??
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Post by christinec68 on Mar 27, 2023 0:42:34 GMT
One of those Glimmer Hot Foil machines?
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Post by natlhol on Mar 27, 2023 6:17:20 GMT
How is the lighting in your scrappy space? Would an OTT light or something similar be useful? I know that's what my craft room needs! Or do you need a new external hard drive to backup photos? A friend gave me an OTT light she found for $8 at a garage sale (I know, right??? $8?  Amazing!) My husband gave me a new drive about a year and a half ago. Great ideas, though! Thanks! |
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Post by natlhol on Mar 27, 2023 6:17:55 GMT
Happy Birthday! Some ideas: - Stencils - Embossing folders - T-square ruler - Silhouette Pick-me-up, Crystal Katana, or jewelry picker, if you use bling - Craft spoon for use with bling, glitter, embossing powders, etc. (e.g. Nuvo Craft Spoon) - Extra mats, plates, &/or other accessories for your Cameo 4, Cuttlebug, etc. - OTT Light - Organization/storage containers Supplies to use with your "ton of stamps:" - Stamp pressure tool (e.g. Pinkfresh version) - Heat tool (e.g. Wagner HT400) - Ranger Handle It Tool- Embossing powders - VersaFine Clair &/or other inks - Pastes/glazes - Matching die sets (if available for your favorite &/or most used stamp sets) Great ideas! I will have to look into some of these! |
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Post by natlhol on Mar 27, 2023 6:19:11 GMT
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Post by natlhol on Mar 27, 2023 6:20:00 GMT
I know you said no more trimmers but the Tim Holtz Rotary Trimmer looks awesome. It's going on my list for my birthday in May. It does look great. I watched a few youtube review videos on it! |
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Post by natlhol on Mar 27, 2023 6:22:23 GMT
Where are you storing all your scrapbook supplies? What type of workspace do you have? Do you need a >> new cube unit, rolling cart, bookcase, dresser with lots of drawers, a locker, kitchen island type cart, table, desk, etc..... ?? I am reclaiming my space really soon. My husband has been using it for a while now while he works from home, but his setup is changing soon and I can have my space back. I actually have all of this stuff that I need, but as I go through my supplies again from using them I think I may add some of these kinds of updated things to a Christmas wish list. Thanks! |
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Post by natlhol on Mar 27, 2023 6:22:49 GMT
One of those Glimmer Hot Foil machines? I'm not sure what this is but I will check it out! thanks! |
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Post by kmage on Mar 27, 2023 14:39:40 GMT
natlhol perhaps a gift card to the container store? As you reorg, you might find yourself wanting something unexpected, and it might be nice to have a GC handy to just order it.
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Post by mbanda on Mar 27, 2023 14:45:27 GMT
I was also going to suggest upgrading to a new die cutting machine and a Glass Studio white glass mat. Of course Hawaii would be great too!!! |
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Post by scrapnnana on Mar 27, 2023 15:06:44 GMT
You have a Cuttlebug, but you don’t mention dies, so I will throw these suggestions out there:
Karen Burniston makes interactive/pop-up dies that make delightful cards. Her designs are creative and fun, and she has great video tutorials on how to create a card with a definite WOW factor, using her dies. I have a rather long wish list on her site.
Queen & Co. specializes in shaker dies, and they have some absolutely adorable designs. I use their shaker dies without the shaker elements as often as not, because they are just really cute and fun. They also sell Foundation dies, which can be used for easy card making as well as for scrapbooking.
Heartfelt Creations offers beautiful coordinating stamps, dies, and paper pads, and they have a great Warehouse sale going on right now for products they are discontinuing. I got about $350 in dies, stamps, and paper pads from their warehouse recently, and paid only a little over $100.
I have plenty of consumables, tools, etc., but these 3 companies are the ones who I continue to buy from.
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Post by joblackford on Mar 27, 2023 22:17:21 GMT
It sounds like you have everything you need. Maybe a trip to Hawaii is the best option. They have a great Ben Franklin craft store in Honolulu!!
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Post by natlhol on Mar 28, 2023 22:45:56 GMT
natlhol perhaps a gift card to the container store? As you reorg, you might find yourself wanting something unexpected, and it might be nice to have a GC handy to just order it. This is a fun idea! We went near a CS last summer (we don't have one close to us at all) and I got a tray for my Raskogs. I love them! |
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Post by natlhol on Mar 28, 2023 22:56:14 GMT
I was also going to suggest upgrading to a new die cutting machine and a Glass Studio white glass mat.
Of course Hawaii would be great too!!! I checked this out online and it seems like something that would be useful for lots of things! |
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Post by natlhol on Mar 28, 2023 23:01:28 GMT
You have a Cuttlebug, but you don’t mention dies, so I will throw these suggestions out there: Karen Burniston makes interactive/pop-up dies that make delightful cards. Her designs are creative and fun, and she has great video tutorials on how to create a card with a definite WOW factor, using her dies. I have a rather long wish list on her site. Queen & Co. specializes in shaker dies, and they have some absolutely adorable designs. I use their shaker dies without the shaker elements as often as not, because they are just really cute and fun. They also sell Foundation dies, which can be used for easy card making as well as for scrapbooking. Heartfelt Creations offers beautiful coordinating stamps, dies, and paper pads, and they have a great Warehouse sale going on right now for products they are discontinuing. I got about $350 in dies, stamps, and paper pads from their warehouse recently, and paid only a little over $100. I have plenty of consumables, tools, etc., but these 3 companies are the ones who I continue to buy from. LOVED the Queen & Co dies! Thanks for the rec! And the card kits are super cute, too! |
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Post by natlhol on Mar 28, 2023 23:02:11 GMT
It sounds like you have everything you need. Maybe a trip to Hawaii is the best option. They have a great Ben Franklin craft store in Honolulu!! I've never been to a Ben Franklin. That trip to Hawaii is looking more enticing than ever! LOL! |
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Post by natlhol on Mar 28, 2023 23:04:11 GMT
These look really nice. Will have to consider these after I reclaim my space! Thanks! |
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Amazing!)
