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Crafting TIPS for fun add yours here also
Crafting tips-
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Keep your craft supplies organized. Purchase clear plastic stackable storage bins and invest in a labler. Group like items together. Tape samples on the outside of containers for easy identification.
When using small metal parts, such as metal beads or straight pins, keep a magnet handy in case of spills.
Store unmounted rubber stamps by placing them on a transparency which can be placed in a page protector within a binder.
If you are a quilter, make an extra block for each quilt you make and eventually put together a memory quilt using all the blocks you have saved. Its a great way to remember all your quilts, even after they have sold or been given away.
You can smooth cut paper edges with an emory board or manicure block
Place a small dab of paint on the lid of your craft paint bottles to make accurate identification easier. Store bottles that are nearly empty, upside down so the paint will readily pour at next use.
Keep a container of cool water handy when working with hot glue or melted wax for quick dip in case you get burned. Always keep a fire extinguisher handy when working near an open flame.
Use clothes pins as miniature clamps when gluing small projects. Protect soft materials from damage by placing a thickness of cloth on the project before clamping.
ADD yours here also in this discussion forum lets have fun
Keep your craft supplies organized. Purchase clear plastic stackable storage bins and invest in a labler. Group like items together. Tape samples on the outside of containers for easy identification.
When using small metal parts, such as metal beads or straight pins, keep a magnet handy in case of spills.
Store unmounted rubber stamps by placing them on a transparency which can be placed in a page protector within a binder.
If you are a quilter, make an extra block for each quilt you make and eventually put together a memory quilt using all the blocks you have saved. Its a great way to remember all your quilts, even after they have sold or been given away.
You can smooth cut paper edges with an emory board or manicure block
Place a small dab of paint on the lid of your craft paint bottles to make accurate identification easier. Store bottles that are nearly empty, upside down so the paint will readily pour at next use.
Keep a container of cool water handy when working with hot glue or melted wax for quick dip in case you get burned. Always keep a fire extinguisher handy when working near an open flame.
Use clothes pins as miniature clamps when gluing small projects. Protect soft materials from damage by placing a thickness of cloth on the project before clamping.
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When using oil based paints, avoid exposure to dangerous solvents. Instead, clean your brushes with baby oil and then use soap.
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Threading a needle can be a challenge at times. Try spraying hairspray on the tip of the thread to stiffen it. This should make it easier to thread the needle.
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To make sharp paint lines use painters tape and seal the tape edge with a clear acrylic gel medium and allow to dry before painting. The acrylic medium seals the edge and prevents paint from seeping under the tape.
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Protect you small paint brushes from bent bristles by storing them in straws.
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To sharpen your punches, punch through tin foil and if they are a little sticky punch through wax paper to lubricate them
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Permalink Reply by Linda Portz on -
When using the Terricically tacky tape your sissor gets so gummy...I bought some glass wipes at the dollar store and it cleans the sissor so nice between cutting the tape.
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When working with messy ashesives prevent your project from sticking to your work surface by lining the work surface with waxed paper.
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Threading a needle can be a challenge at times. Try spraying hairspray on the tip of the thread to stiffen it. This should make it easier to thread the needle.
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