I’m always curious to know about my blog readers! Are you guys experienced crafters? Are you just starting out? To make sure I’ve got you all covered, I’m rolling out video gift guides that will give you a few tempting options for your holiday gift list, no matter what your level of expertise. Last week, I shared my top picks for beginner crafters. Today, I’m turning my attention to all of you crafters who already have it all. So come hang out with me for the next three minutes to see what products are truly my favorites.
I’m loving the Evolution Advanced and the accompanying motor attachment. Like many of you experienced crafters, I had the same die cutting machine for years! I was tethered to it. These days, my die cutting habits are a lot different. Many of my die cutting projects have been replaced with the Cricut Explore but there are still things that the Explore can’t do. I still love to create letterpressed projects, embossed projects and of course, I still have my collection of dies that I want to use. After years of owning a Sizzix Big Shot, I upgraded to the We R Memory Keeper’s Evolution Advanced . This machine is a huge step up for me and the design is so much better than the previous Evolution. I love that is folds up for compact storage and I love that there is very little guess work about getting the proper amount of pressure for your project. Then of course, there is the motor which I swear by! I love that I can push a button and have the machine do the work for me. If you’ve considered purchasing a new die cutting machine, I’d definitely suggest this one!
It took me a long time to invest in good markers for crafting. They are just so damn expensive! Copics are the most common out there and you can easily spend a few hundred dollars on a complete set. A few weeks ago when I visited the set of Home Shopping Network’s 24 Hour Crafting Event, I had a chance to play with the Spectrum Noir alcohol markers and was really impressed with how well they performed. They blend wonderfully and the cost is a fraction of Copics. Win! If you are considering a high-quality set of markers but would like to still pay your electricity bill – Spectrum Noir markers are the way to go. The full set of 72 Spectrum Noir markers is less than half the price of Copics.
The Hot Glue Gun Helpers are the only reason I haven’t ended up in the ER from glue gun injuries. Such a simple invention that makes all the sense in the world. I especially love the flexible mat that catches all those drips. The heat-resistant material is easy to clean and dried glue peels right of so the tools will be ready for your next use.
And now three readers will have the chance to win the products featured in today’s gift guide! I am loving all these giveaways!! Entries for these giveaways will close on Friday, November 14th and winners will be notified on Saturday, November 15th.
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I really love all three! I have never got into copics because
They are so expensive – good to know you recommend the spectrum. My fav tool to use would have to be my adhesive roller – it’s pretty much makes magic happen for me! I had no idea the evolution had a motor! That is awesome! Love the video & the out takes!
My favorite crafting supply is a really good black ink pen.
my Martha Stewart mini scoreboard. I use it on every card I make.
My favorite crafting supply is my die cut machine! Love your videos and the outtakes!
I Love my Big Shot and use it with pretty much every project! I would love to try the spectrum Noir markers
Hmm, my favorite specialty crafting supply? Definitely the Cinch! I make a TON of books.
My Silhouette Cameo is definitely my favorite crafting tool (and my sewing machine). Thanks for the contests!
Besides my old Big Shot, I use my ATG gun on every card. However, my old SU markers are well used for writing my inside messages and would love to update them by winning these Spectrum Noir Markers. (I can’t afford to buy new ones along with everything else on my wish list.)
Hi,
My favorite tool is the die cutter, it lets me do so many things from embellishments to cards to gifts and ornaments, I can not conceive my life without it!
I am enamored of your blog and the awesome things you do, thanks for the opportunity to win this candy!
Cariños,
María Alba
I love my Vagabond. It is so easy to die-cut. It sits right by my worktable so I just turn around and cut whatever I need. I see the Evolution is one of the gifts here. I’d love to try it.
My favorite specialty crafting supply… probably my dies and die-cutting machine! I find it difficult to make a project without them! 🙂
My round corner punch is my favorite. It is so simple but I think round corners make everything look nicer!
My embosser is my jam, but I want to step up my game! Hoping for a die-cut machine this Christmas…
I think my favorite specialty crafting item would be embossing folders – especially Anna Griffin’s. You get so much bang for such little effort.
Thank you for these product reviews today and a chance to win them! I have pretty much ignored the markers because they are expensive – Thanks for showing another option. I have 2 die cutting machines but the Evolution looks pretty cool – especially with the motor. I love the hot glue gun helpers – I must get those.
I just live dies! Especially word dies. They add so much to a card or project.
THANK YOU for the wonderful chance to win!! My fav crafting item would be those new stickers that are a bit puffed up, kind of like puffy dots. I see them on cards all the time and love how they look!
My favorite supply is paper (any kind!) because I love making things from paper. I’ve never heard of these markers… so thank you for bringing them to my attention!
My favorite crafting item has to be my die cut machine and the incredibly creative dies that are available now days. I have a big shot, but the Evolution looks like a great upgrade!!
I love my Cameo!
Such great recommendations Amber!
And I love my Portrait!
my favorite crafting tool is my cricut
Well, I use my hot glue gun more than any other supply, but my favorite is my Silhouette Portrait. Love your blog!
It is so nice that you have reviewed these products, and with your comments I can make a wise choice. I would love to have an electronic die cutter. My arms get so tired die cutting with the machine I have now cranking the arm.
I’ve gone through at least a handful of paper trimmers so I have to say having a quality precise trimmer is important.
Good quality paper!
My favorite specialty supply is embossing powder. Different colors create different impacts
Hard to choose a favorite but I love my paper cutter and am asking Santa for a new, better one. Thanks for your giveaway.
One of my all time favorite crafting tools is my guillotine paper trimmer. I like it because it gives me a nice clean edge!
My favorite are stamps! Love The,.
My specialty ceaftingg supplies are embossing machine, die cut machine, and glue gun. Can’t live without them 🙂
I love my Martha Stewart scoring boards – I have the big and small version and use them both all the time!
Great suggestions! I’m just starting to get into paper crafts and these suggestions will come in very handy.
I have 2 fav tools…my Bumble Bee tweezers and scissors!
thanks for the chance to share in some of your faves! specialty crafting? probably my dies!
I really am into mixed media and love my watercolors and gelatos!
Yes, I die cut. I have manual and electric die cut machines.
No more scrapping glue off my desk.The hot glue gun mat is a great accessory.
I have been wanting some alcohol markers and Copics are so high!! Really would love to try the Spectrum Noirs!!
I have not tried die cutting yet but I do like embossing. I have a few of the Spectrum Noirs and really like them. Love your lost of tools.
Thank you so much for the chance to win!!
Love that I have discovered you and found your website! I just get so excited to see your post and the great creations you share, thank you
I have tried lots of different markers not the ones you listed will put that on the wish list!
I am a beginner craft person and I did invest in the Spectrum Noir markers because they are affordable. Thank you for all the great ideas.
My favorite crafting item right now are my Close to My Heart stamps and ink pads.
I’ve been intimidated by coloring..partially because of the cost. Super excited about these markers. Thanks for sharing!
PS My favorite specialty crafting supply is my die cutting machine.
Great information on the spectrum noir markers. I’ve been wanting to be them and now I will.
The evolution advanced sounds amazing.
The evolution advanced sounds interesting.
It’s a close choice between my die cutting and my Copics but of course my stamps come in first.
I love my glue gun helpers! Would love to win any of these!