Do you have favorite craft tools that you can't imagine living without? I know I do. Of course you need paper, scissors, adhesives, etc., but these are the extras that make crafting easier, or just more fun. Some of them I didn't even expect to "need", but I use them nearly every time I craft. Be sure you click on the links at the end of this post to check out other bloggers' "5 Things I Could Not Craft Without." Also comment below with your own list for your chance to win a free Annual Inspirations idea book. I will randomly select a winner from the list of those commenting. The winner will be announced next Friday, August 15th. Be sure you check here on the 15th to see if you are the winner! I can't wait to see all of the different lists.
- My Cricuts ~ I was given two as gifts, a small personal, and an Expression. I love them both. I am contemplating moving up to the Explore, but I will still love my original Cricuts.
- Corner Rounder ~ this is an inexpensive little tool that I use all of the time. How did I ever craft before I could round all of the corners? I have no idea!
3. Artbooking Cricut Cartridge Collection ~ I
love this cartridge and matching stamp sets for scrapbook layouts, and mini albums.
4. Martha Stewart Scoring Board ~ I use this for scoring cards, making envelopes, and 3-D projects. I find it really easy to use.
5. Clear Glitter Pens ~ I love to just add a little bit of bling to projects with clear gel glitter pens. It doesn't cover up color, just makes things shine.
Check out these crafty ladies and the 5 things they can't craft without:
Ivy at
http://www.craftaddictstudio.net/
Eileen at
http://papercanvascreations.wordpress.com/
Debra at
http://www.davdesigns.com/
Brenda at
http://www.disneygirlcrafts.com/
Kim at
http://kimbpapercrafts.blogspot.com/
I have not tried the glitter pens. I have the stickles and find I don't use them much but a pen, I might use more. I also love my expression 2. I just bought the Explore and sat it in a corner for weeks. The other day, I got on youtube and pulled out the machine and I love what it can do. It may be my new favorite. I just wish it wasn't internet dependent.
ReplyDeleteI love the glitter pens to add shine without color. I have never had much luck with stickles. I feel like I do not have much control. The Explore is on the top of my wish list right now.
DeleteThis is so much fun. I have everything on your list, and I agree with everything you stated. I just purchased the Explore, and I am loving it too.
ReplyDeleteAnother vote for the Explore. I am really trying to wait until Black Friday, hoping for a good deal. November seems very far away. lol
DeleteWoo-Hoo lets hop! I have Artbooking but haven't tried it yet. So many supplies...so little time! LOL
ReplyDeleteI have so many cricut cartridges that I love, but the CTMH ones are by far the most versatile. You will love Artbooking.
Deleteseveral thing on your list that i didnt think of but absolutely use without even thinking. thanks for reminding me
ReplyDeleteI know there are lots of things in my craftroom I need to show some love. The best part of re-organizing my craft room is "discovering" things I have forgotten.
DeleteHow fun! I can't live without my ATG Gun, that baby is always by my side no matter what project.
ReplyDeleteMy ATG gun is hanging on my pegboard, and I feel guilty every time I see it. lol I currently use a Teresa Collins xyron mega runner. It is so much easier to load, and it's light and pretty. :-)
ReplyDeleteThe score board was on my "extended" list!
ReplyDeleteIt was really hard to stick to 5, huh? Whose idea was that anyway? lol
DeleteOh you are a crafter after my own heart. I would think about 3 of the items you have are on my top five and all five of them would be on my 10-15. :-)
ReplyDelete-Melin
My Blog: MyPaperCrafting.com
It was really hard to narrow down to 5!
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