Tag: snips

This blog post is all about tools and which ones would I include in my basic craft kit. This is the second post in a series on the basics of crafting. My first post was all about adhesives and is linked below.

I get asked many times what I should bring to craft class and I always say a basic kit. What is a basic kit is the next question. I thought I would do this video to show what I consider the basic tools for paper crafting.

Craft Kit to take with me to card club

1. SNIPS
   • These are a multipurpose set of scissors that are perfect for cutting paper, ribbon, card etc…
   • They are sharp and the blades have a protected housing
   • Fit ergonomically in the hand
2. BONE FOLDER
   • Perfect for scoring, burnishing score lines, folding paper
   • Useful for burnishing tear & tape so it sticks well and the backing is easy to remove.
   • Firm with no bendiness
   • Useful to reink ink pads
3. TAKE YOUR PICK TOOL
   • This is a multifunctional tool
   • Attachments include:
     • Sticky Pick Up Tool
     • Stylus with a thick and thin end
     • Paper Piercer
     • Spatula
     • Die Brush
   • Replacements for the Sticky Pick Up Tool are available.

Tools I keep in my craft room

4. SIMPLY SCORED SCORING TOOL
   • Comes with an imperial base plate but a metric plate is available separately
   • Comes with a stylus with two ends, a thin & a thick one.
   • Allows for precise and accurate scoring of both paper and card to make boxes, bags and cards.
5. PAPER TRIMMER
   • Has both metric and imperial measurements
   • Includes one scoring and one cutting blade
   • The blades are long-lasting
   • The scoring tool blade is amazing and gives a great crips scoreline
   • The arm extends to 17 inches.
   • Sharp, accurate and precise cutting

If I was going to a craft event I would take my snips, take your pick tool and bone folder. Of course, I always take adhesive too. The scoring tool and paper trimmer I keep in my craft room and use every time I make anything.

Other Posts

• What Adhesive Should I use

I hope you have found this post useful and please do check out the post on adhesives too. I’ve done a video and supply list below as usual. Until next time, Enjoy Being Creative!!

Ashee xx

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