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Empee66's Reviews
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Too Much Trouble to Work With (26 December 2014)
I liked the idea behind this product when it was reviewed in a cardmaking magazine and decided to order it. However, I am NOT happy with it. When you draw the tape down your paper and try to lift it off, it makes a looooong string of adhesive that you can't break. When the adhesive does let go, it makes a little ball or several balls on your paper that show through to the good side on your project. The dispenser also stopped rolling the adhesive after a few applications and then completely malfunctioned. I spent almost $9 on this product and got almost nothing in value.
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Dim Bulbs (06 September 2012)
I was intrigued by these bulbs when they were offered free with another purchase, but they are a major disappointment. I like the sayings on each bulb, and they are clevely made and realistic, but they are ENORMOUS. They are at least 1/2" high at the bulb end; I cannot use them on a card and they would be worthless on a scrapbook page. They could have been flatter (much flatter) and still been cute and unique. No wonder they gave them away.
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A Little Too Shabby Chic (09 July 2011)
Although I love the colors and texture of these leaves, the raw edges are starting to unravel a bit too much. I will probably have to use a special liquid seam product to keep them from unraveling any further.
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Pretty and Pink (09 July 2011)
I like the vintage prints in this paper pack, although I thought the theme of the entire pack would be vintage and it is not. I can use almost all of the papers for cardmaking, although there are a couple styles that don't seem to fit with the other, mostly pink, prints.
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Great die storage (19 November 2015)
I ordered these die storage pouches even after buying other magnetic sheets at a lower price. These are far superior! They hold the dies very securely, even when you tip the magnetic sheet over. When your craft room is in a state of chaos as mine frequently is, you need help keeping things organized and these sheets are great!
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Parlor Wallpaper (05 February 2011)
While I love this paper and its subtle overlays, it's a bit too muted for most of my greeting cards. However, it would be lovely for scrapbooking with memorabilia layered on top. It has a real historic look and does remind me of faded, well-loved wallpaper in a Victorian home or that of a fondly remembered grandparent or auntie.
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Mixed feelings at this point (07 June 2010)
I was really looking forward to getting a die-cutting machine. When the Big Shot arrived, I was put off by the unclear directions on the cutting platform and its tabs. The booklet that comes with the machine is better, but still not as clear as I feel it could be. Not having used a die-cutter before, I felt intimidated. There are several kinds of dies that can be used, so be sure to read the directions very carefully so you are using the cutting platforms and the tabs correctly. Otherwise, the die cuts are really beautiful, and I'm in love with embossing templates. Not sorry I bought it.
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Had to Have It! (01 April 2016)
I've wanted a MISTI ever since I saw it demonstrated in a video, but the price was a bit too much on my retirement budget. When I saw that Scrapbook.com had a mini version, and there was also a 12% off sale, I had to get it. The product itself is really terrific, and I will be using it to mass produce some of my cards to sell at a restaurant. It might even help me get going on my Etsy site. And I have to give a big high-five to the pickers and shippers on Scrapbook.com: I received my MISTI in four days! That is better than the company I demonstrate for.
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Fantastic Mounting Foam (06 May 2014)
I couldn't find mounting foam at any of my local craft stores so I turned to scrapbook.com as I have many times in the past. I now have all of my unmounted stamps on cling foam and am so happy with this product. It IS very sticky, but I know that my stamps will likely never come off the foam. Stamps cling very well to acrylic blocks, too.
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Golden Delicious Plus (06 September 2012)
These papers are really lovely and rich-looking. I can't wear these fall colors, so I enjoy using them on my cards. They will make it worth knowing that winter isn't far behind. I think they will be especially nice for cards for men.
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Lovely Leaves (09 July 2011)
These leaves are realistic images, which I love. I am nuts for leaves of almost any kind, and this stamp will fit perfectly with my other leaf stamps. I think this stamp will be great for fall cards, and several techniques could be used to color the leaves.
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A Winter Treat (05 February 2011)
Those of us who are plugging along through a very cold and snowy winter (Wisconsin here) will love this paper. It's beautiful, has little touches of color for interest, and the swirls remind me of the strong winds of winter, only softened and muted. Would make a nice "Thinking of You" card for friends who vacation or live in warmer climates!
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Sweet and Subtle (05 February 2011)
This paper, and Cabbage Rose by the same manufacturer, are very sweet and soft. Just right for baby announcements, Valentine's Day, and similar occasions that call for a soft touch.
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More Gorgeous Goods (05 February 2011)
Yes, I love paper! This is an excellent colored paper, nice and heavy, and beautiful color quality. I like the strong contrast of colors in the orange/black/green floral, and the coordinating papers are perfectly matched for combining on the same card or page.
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Gorgeous Goods (05 February 2011)
This was one of my Aunt Dorothy's favorite expressions, and it certainly describes this paper and the other two partner papers, Summer Branches and Winter Branches, which I also bought. I love black-and-white, especially on paper. This paper will make really elegant, yet simple, greeting cards.
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