Basic Tool List
*Sharp Detail Scissors
*Trimmer OR
Craft Knife/Craft Mat/Metal Edge
*1/16" Hole Punch
*Adhesive/Adhesive Remover
*Accurate Ruler
*Reverse Action Tweezers
*Bone Scorer
*Sharp Pencil/White Plastic Eraser |
There are many Coloring Mediums
available. Try them all!
*Chalks
*Colored Pencils
*Markers
*Watercolor Pencils
*Watercolor Paints
(A Waterbrush is recommended rather than a regular paintbrush) |
When using the Stamp-By-Step
Color Matching Chart, be aware that DoubleMates/ColorMates cardstock monochromatic color families
are each made up of coordinating tints and shades. Because of this,
not all items listed for color family exactly match all shades available. |
| When applying embossing powder or glitter, use paper coffee filters (basket type) to catch "run-off".
They are cheap and remove worry about mixed/impure colors. Remember to recycle! |
When tying a knot or bow, use reverse-action tweezers to hold ribbon/cord tight after first cross-over. |
Stamping with VersaMark
creates a watermark-type effect. It is great for subtle background images
and can be used for embossing. |
| When setting an eyelet, place a piece of chipboard (back of old note paper pad or shoe box
lid) under face of eyelet to help prevent damaging the rounded top of the eyelet. |
Always score cardstock before folding to prevent puckers. Use bone scorer to smooth fold. |
To help prevent unraveling/frayed ends, clip ribbon end on a diagonal. It looks nicer, too! |
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