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Well, I've said this before in other threads but, I really do adore my cuttlebug. Best investment I've made. Not only do I feel good about the deal I got on it but, also for the fact that I use it a LOT. Included next would be my nestabilities. My next major purchase is gonna be an ATG gun. But, my all time favorite tool I got and use it alot as well is my Embossing Heat Tool. LOVE IT! :mrgreen:
When I'm cardmaking - it's my Scor-Pal, no more bad scores or crooked folds.
When I'm scrapping - it's my Creative Memories punches. I like the two sizes of shapes on one punch - super quick, no-brainer layering.
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For me it's gotta be my 'bug'! I use it all the time! A close second would be my crop-a-dile big bite - no more hammering eyelets for me now, I used to have to time setting eyelets during the day time and seeing as I'm more productive at night there was always the risk of waking the neighbours lol!
I'm very curious about this ATG gun I keep reading about - think that may have to be a future purchase!
What crafter could live without an ATG. I sell the angel company but push my ATG more than any product I'm suppose to be selling.
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It was one of my first purchases...Custom Cutting System by Creative Memories. I use it all the time...it consists of a cutting mat and set of blades. I can cut ovals and circles of different sizes. I'd be lost without it
Also my clear centering ruler, use it on every project.
I was saving up to buy a set of Copics next month, but now I'm torn between those or an ATG! Why won't Christmas come faster?!?
Maybe this'll help, lol...the ATG isn't really a "purchase," per se. It's a cost-cutting measure. It will literally pay for itself and then save you mucho money every month. Seriously, I don't care what you're currently using, the ATG adhesive costs far less per use. So when you look at it, you're just switching a current expense to a lower cost item.
Well said, Betsy, and absolutely true!! I bought my ATG in January. I stamp a lot, and I'm only on my 5th roll of adhesive. I used to go through several monos or hermafixes per month!
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I'd have to say three things: my Cuttlebug, my SU! tool kit (paper piercing tools - yay!), and my SU! blender pens - they really maximize my creativity!!
My favorites are tools. The ATG, Score-Pal and Making Memories paper trimmer. Tools form the foundation of paper crafting. Without them...I shudder at the thought. ;)
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I've thought about this for a few days now before answering.
For me, I have to agree with the previous poster. My favorite is a toss up between my Dahle 507 paper trimmer, my ATG, and cardstock.
I need good tools and a good "foundation" in terms of cardstock to be creative. Everything else can come and go, but with those three things, I can still do magic.
Three things in no special order. I love them equally and use them every single time I am in my stamp room. Cuttlebug, Nestabilities and Copics. I love them all and get my money out of them each and every time I use them!
My 132 pencil set of Prismacolors - use them with gamsol on every project and my Cuttlebug and nesties.
Love those things.
I have an atg gun and I stopped using it because I couldn't reposition my projects at all. I use mono-multi because I can "jiggle" the layers a little if I need to. Perhaps I should take another crack at the atg gun since you all love it so.
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I have an atg gun and I stopped using it because I couldn't reposition my projects at all. I use mono-multi because I can "jiggle" the layers a little if I need to. Perhaps I should take another crack at the atg gun since you all love it so.
If I have to reposition something, I use my Creative Memories Multi-Purpose Tool. It also works great for placing stickers, layers etc. :mrgreen:
Well said, Betsy, and absolutely true!! I bought my ATG in January. I stamp a lot, and I'm only on my 5th roll of adhesive. I used to go through several monos or hermafixes per month!
My friends always pick on me because of how many refills I go through. I craft ALOT obviously because I go through atleast 2 a month. I use the 36 yard refills. Can you even imagine how much Tombo I was using before I bought this. OUCH
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I need to seriously look into the Cuttlebug, Nestabilities and Copics....;) They are on my wish list. I just KNOW when I get get them, I will fall in love!
I've thought about this for a few days now before answering.
For me, I have to agree with the previous poster. My favorite is a toss up between my Dahle 507 paper trimmer, my ATG, and cardstock.
I need good tools and a good "foundation" in terms of cardstock to be creative. Everything else can come and go, but with those three things, I can still do magic.
I love my Dahle paper trimmer!! I have the 440 but I want the 507, too, since it's more portable.
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My Pazzles Inspiration and my Big Shot (yes - BOTH!), ATG and my Zig 2-way Glue Pen (yes - BOTH!), all my emobssing folders, Scor-Pal and I'm guessing my Scor-Mat will be up there two once UPS gets here!! LOL! I'll also say my Cutterpede - it's the best trimmer I've owned without having to fork over my kids' college savings!! LOL!
I never bought stamps that you have to color till I found out about Copics. I love Hanna Stamps and all the accessories that come with Hanna. Now I travel with Hanna images and my copics. I just pick up and go, and color wherever I am. Coloring is very relaxing, and I love it.
So glad I'm not the only one that feels this way! Sometimes I feel like a little kid with my expensive Crayola markers (copics LOL). Also love my Hanna stamps as well.
