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Crafters Collection

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No matter what craft you enjoy, this collection will provide you will recommendations of the best tools, ways to organize what you have, links to resources and patterns, and so much more. Have been paper crafting for years and have learned what produ...
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Craft Storage and Organization

Storage options for all of your craft supplies. Links to ideas for organization

 
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A must for organizing the most used craft supplies. So many pockets in this caddy. Perfect to carry for a crop retreat.
Everything Mary Craft Bag Organizer Tote, Coral - Storage Art Caddy for Sewing & Scrapbooking - Crafts Supply Carrier w/Handle for Supplies & Tools - Organization for School, Medical, Office
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Organize your craft projects with is 12x12 clear boxes. I use to organize my cardstock by what I will use for each event (birthdays, baby, wedding, etc). Comes in a 3 pack.
ArtBin 6913ZZ 12" x 12" Portable Art & Craft Organizer with Handle 3-Pack, [3] Plastic Storage Cases, Clear
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Love the different sizes of the drawers in the 15 drawer rolling cart. Great for craft storage and much more
Giantex 15-Drawer Organizer Cart Office School Storage Cart Rolling Drawer Cart for Tools, Scrapbook, Paper (Multicolor)
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This bag is a must to organize all of your Cricut tools. Include areas for markers as well.
LUXJA Carrying Bag Compatible with Cricut Pen Set and Basic Tool Set, Double-layer Organizer Compatible with Cricut Accessories (Bag Only), Gray Dots
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Organize your clear stamps, die cuts and embelishments with these plastic envelopes.
30Pcs 6.4x6.4'' Stamp and Die Storage Pockets Resealable Clear Plastic Seal Bags Storage Case for Cutting Dies Stencil Album Stamp Crafts DIY Scrap Booking Paper Card Craft Cutting Dies Card Making
 
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This binder helps you to organize your die cuts, stickers, embellishments, and so much more.
Enjoy Myself Stamp and Die Cut Storage Binder Embossing Folder and Stencil Organizer with Magnetic Sheets and Storage Pocket for Craft Scarpbooking Supplies and Stationery, 2 H × 12.5 W × 10 D (Black)
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FOREVER offers services to preserve memories, digitize slides, VHS tapes, and more. Over 100 years storage guarantee. Save 25% with coupon code. VIDEOGIFT. You can also purchase magnets, blankets, digital scrapbooks. If you love digital scrapbooking,...
Preserve & Share | FOREVER.com
 
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Amazing how you can customize the storage you need and then order it for you the size of your space.
The Great Craft Room Clean Up | Part 1
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Use your wall space to organize your supplies. Ink, thread, washi tape, and more.
Wall Box

Paper Crafting Tools

Over 25 years addicted to paper crafting I have found the tools and products that I think are the best. Also sharing those that have been recommended to me as well.

 
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Make sure your stamped images are lined up on your project. Great if you have multiple images on the same area on your cardstock.
Teal Misti
 
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Copi offers the best colors, tips, and quality. Great for fine lines. Worth the investment
Copic Ciao, Alcohol-based markers, 72 color Set A
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Fiskar is a known quality brand. Love the crisp cuts. Grid lines are a must. Blades are inexpensive to replace. Comes with a scoring blade and a cutting blade
Fiskars 152490-1004 SureCut Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer, 12 Inch & 01-001555J TripleTrack High Profile Replacement Blades Cut/Score Style I, 1.5x1.5x1 Inch, Black and Orange
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This die cut machine is from Sizzix which makes quality products. Cut and emboss anything from paper, tissue and cardstock to felt, cork and balsa wood.
Sizzix Big Shot Starter Kit 661500 Manual Die Cutting & Embossing Machine for Arts & Crafts, Scrapbooking & Cardmaking, 6” Opening
 
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Great self-healing craft mat. 18x24"
NEWBRAUG 18'' × 24'' Perfect Self Healing Cutting Mat, Non-Slip Gridded Rotary Cutting Board, Necessary for Quilting, Sewing, Craft, Fabric & Scrapbooking(Green/Black)
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Great craft lamp with magnify glass. Five lighting modes
JEEDEFI 2-in-1 Magnifying Glass with Light and Stand, 5 Lighting Modes Stepless Dimmable LED Magnifying Clamp Lamp, 5X Desk Lighted Magnifier Hands Free for Craft Close Work Mini Painting Hobby, Black
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Mini score board with bone folder to make envelopes or fancy cards
4PCS 6.4"x 8.5" Mini Score Board Multi-Purpose Scoring Board Envelope Maker with Bone Folder and Guide for Card Making and Paper Crafts Arts Projects Multi-Purpose Scoring Board & Score and Fold Tools
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Heavy duty craft tape runner. Don't have to change out the tape as often
Xyron Mega Runner, Permanent Adhesive Tape Dispenser, Refillable, 1/2" x 100', Tape Runner, Perfect for Scrapbooking & DIY Craft Supplies, Home School Projects & Home Office (0701-05-00),Multicolor
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Make sure you have the right tools for your Cricut at hand to make your craft projects easy. Works great with vinyl
Essential Tool Set
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500,000 images. 700 fonts. Customize for any project. Comes with tools and vinyl as a bundle. Great for teachers, crafters, and more.
Cricut Maker® 3 + Essentials Materials Bundle
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When you are turning your wood block stamps into cling stamps, this is the adhesive that works best for the project. Check out the tips and trick list to learn the step by step process to get rid of those wood blocks. Easier to store and clear images...
Crafter's Companion - EZMount Static Cling Mounting Cushion Gray Foam (8.5 x 11 Inches) - 10 Pack
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This tool is used a great deal. It adds a quick stylish edge that sets your card apart
Corner Punch
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The most important tool to a crafter is a pair of scissors. This comes with three different types that can be used for a variety of crafts. I understand now why my mom would be upset when we would use her scissors. LOL
Asdirne Premium sewing Scissors Bundle, Perfect Sewing Partners, Sharp and Durable, Comfortable Handle, Contains 9”Fabric scissors, 5”Detail Scissors, 3.9”Embroidery Scissors, 4.8”Thread Snips
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This crafting knife gives you a clear and precise cut. Easy to hold on to even after you have been cutting for a while.
VViViD 360 Degree Comfort Grip Swivel Blade Craft Cutting Knife
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Craft Tips and Tricks

 
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Wood block stamps are harder to hold, do not have as clear of an image, and they are difficult to store. I took the time to transfer them to cling adhesive and the amount of space I gained was amazing. It does take some time but is worth it. The imag...
Wood Block Stamps to Cling Stamps - Craft Organization
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It is okay to cut your paper. The #loveitchopit method has helped me to actually use my paper. I am going through my paper and cutting it based on the her grid patterns and they are ready to grab for a card on the go
Say Goodbye to One Sheet Wonder and say HELLO to the new #loveitchopittopieces
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The Close To My Heart inks do not bleed. The range of colors they have is to be honest overwhelming….wish I could have all of them. When it is time to reink the pad, this video shows how easy it is to do.
How To Re-ink Your Close To My Heart Ink Pad
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Need a card idea? There are over 200 sketches to choose from. I love finding one sketch and making 50 cards all at once - I can change the paper, stamp set and one sketch can be used for all types of occassions.
Past Sketches: 1 - 200
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Craft Products

 
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Close To My Heart All the Best Wishes has stamps for every occasion. Their stamps are high quality, provide clear images, and their ink does not bleed
All the Best Wishes Stamp Set (CC9231) | Close To My Heart
 
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So many images and stitches
SINGER | Legacy SE300 Embroidery Machine with 200 Built-In Embroideries, LCD Touch Screen, & 250 Built-In Stitches - Sewing Made Easy
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Love the fonts and image choices. Includes tool kit and much more
Cricut Explore Air 2 Starter Bundle - Includes 50 images & 10 fonts, Materials, Tool Set, Trimmer, Transfer Tape, Machine Mats & TrueControl Knife
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