Crafty Splurges WORTH THE MONEY?

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@suelanham5125 3 ай бұрын

I was glad to hear that you don’t do hot foil or better press. I do not do them either. This rabbit hole can really be deep and get you into $ trouble if you are not careful. I decided just like you to concentrate on what I do like, and not be “encouraged” to buy every new gadget or technique. I am trying to downsize my “stuff” throughout my house. It really makes me feel lighter and less burdened. I go through my craft room once every six months and I always find things I don’t need. Thanks for your video, very informative!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I totally agree with you that keeping a lower inventory makes you feel lighter and less burdened. I think it also encourages more creativity. Thanks so much for watching!

@tinadaniels3965 3 ай бұрын

I paused your video to get the platform for the Gemini jr! It’s out of stock but I can’t tell you how grateful I am to know about it!

@annekeschep8148 3 ай бұрын

Me too 😂

@danilaciamacco3618 3 ай бұрын

is it linked???…i can’t seem to find it…

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

apparently i-crafter still has some in stock. i-crafter.com/product/i-mend-self-mending-magnetic-pro-deck/

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

apparently i-crafter still has some in stock. i-crafter.com/product/i-mend-self-mending-magnetic-pro-deck/

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

apparently i-crafter still has some in stock. i-crafter.com/product/i-mend-self-mending-magnetic-pro-deck/ (sorry for 3 replies - not sure if everyone will see all 3 or if I'm replying to you each individually! lol!)

@doloresr5514 3 ай бұрын

I purchased the Scan and Cut and love it.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@stacyh2290 3 ай бұрын

I can’t figure out how to use mine

@marinakitto6567 3 ай бұрын

Me too, I use mine to cut around shapes, saves money on dies.

@marinakitto6567 3 ай бұрын

@@stacyh2290there are heaps of KZfaq videos. Persevere, it’s too expensive a gadget to just sit there.

@bethrogers5656 3 ай бұрын

My favorite splurge was buying an Empress electric die cutting machine. I also later bought a set of extra large plates, and mini plates. It can cut a full letter size sheet and its system uses a magnetic sheet as part of the sandwich. I’ve had my machine for 2 1/2 - 3 years, and only had to buy another set of cutting plates because they were scratched but have never had warping issues. I love the rotating platform idea you use with your Gemini jr , need to do that tip! I do have a glimmer and better press, which I use with my Spellbinders platinum 6. I like to do batch card making, and the better press makes quick cards, and I snagged the glimmer on sale. I also have several stamping platforms - when batch making I can set up the focal stamp on one, sentiment (or for layering stamps, the next layer) on the other without needing to clean off the platform in between. The final splurge is the full sized Tim Holtz glass mat, having one surface that I can do any technique on, clean easily, with room to lay out pieces is great! I had a cricut but never got into it, so sold it to a friend.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Everyone who has an Empress seems to love it! Thanks so much for sharing and watching!

@ewokgirlTX 3 ай бұрын

Good paper cutters were one of my splurges. I lucked out with my Fiskars ProCision Rotary Bypass Trimmer. They usually cost about $140, but I found mine on clearance at Hobby Lobby for 75% off! That thing can cut through cardboard, magnet sheets, multiple layers of cardstock... Worth it, even at full price. I bought a Tim Holtz guillotine trimmer, too. It's great. My mini MISTI was a splurge. I do wish I'd bought the regular size, as I wouldn't have then spent on other stamp positioners that could handle larger stamps and projects. I bought a light box for photos. It didnt cost all that much, so I don't know if it's a splurge, but it's sort of an unnecessary extra. I'm not a great photographer, and my photos of cards never looked good, as I can't figure out lighting. The light box has made a world of difference in my photos!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Lighting is so tricky! I struggle with it. And sound. And pretty much anything technical! lol! Thanks for sharing!

@cardsaremycanvas9065 3 ай бұрын

I love that you know your style and stick with including where you splurge. I have learned, I love watching your intricate designs and I still might get the penguin palace stencil thing but I realize I don’t have the patience you do. I can tell watching you craft that this is for sure your jam! I’m a little envious as I’m still chasing all the things lol!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

LOL! My head still turns with a lot of the new tools - it's sometimes a struggle. I want to keep a low inventory of supplies so I can spend less time organizing and more time crafting, but there's so much good stuff being invented! lol! Thanks so much for watching!

@saritad8606 3 ай бұрын

I made my own turntable for my full sized Gemini with a thick plastic cutting board and a plastic lazy Susan from the dollar store. It works exactly like what you have and accommodates the entire base of my machine.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

You clever thing! Thanks for sharing!

@AlisonHeikkila 3 ай бұрын

My most recent crafty splurge was a gift from my husband. He bought me a Sizzix Switch because using my Big Shot is rant doing a number on my shoulders (I've got some physical issues with my body). I can't tell you how much it's helped me!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Oh that's so great! I'm glad you found something that's working better for you! What a good hubby! lol! Thanks for watching, Alison!

@ewokgirlTX 3 ай бұрын

Supportive husbands are the best!

@carollokhorst5966 3 ай бұрын

You not only have great card making inspiration, I truly appreciate the research and analysis you provide on the products!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@susanweber6861 3 ай бұрын

My favorite splurge was my Switch electronic cutting machine - it is a fabulous workhorse

@kaylynn0215 3 ай бұрын

I love my switch plus too! I have a Spellbinders Platinum, but sometimes I don't want to crank the handle.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@lauraingersoll981 3 ай бұрын

Honestly, the best splurge is a stamp positioner. Having one of these is just such a true game changer, I feel like it’s really a necessity.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Agreed. It totally changed stamping, didn't it. Thanks for watching!

@ewokgirlTX 3 ай бұрын

I forgot to mention I've definitely splurged on Caran D'Ache Luminance pencils. They make me look like I know what I'm doing when I color with pencils. They're a little over-the-top for hobby use, but they're so wonderful to color with!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

LOL! You gotta love a tool that makes you look like you know what you're doing! (I'm sure you do know what you're doing!) Thanks for watching!

@judipalumbo 3 ай бұрын

Ardyth, as always you are so inspirational and a true joy to watch. Thank you for sharing this. I could watch you all day long but I would get nothing done! lol I too bought a scan n cut and haven't even touched the surface yet of what I know I can and will be doing with it. I bought the SDX85 last year and the little bit I got to use it, I love it so much that I found a girl local that had an SDX125 that she got as a gift (she doesn't craft) and sold it to me for $125 (new it is $499.) it has a little bit bigger screen, more add ons that were included. So I now I will probably sell the SDX85! I also have a commercial cutter from when I had a vinyl cutting business and haven't sold it because it is a wide carriage table top model and thought I may use it from time to time. BUT, since the Scan n Cuts, most times I don't even remember I have a cutter. Will probably sell it soon. BTW, I have a Dahle rotary cutter that I bought back in 2005. I am trying to find a way to contact them because when we moved the sliding paper guide got lost and has never been found. I want to see if I can buy a replacement.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

What a great buy on the scan'n'cut - lots of my friends have them and swear by them. Thanks so much for watching!

@rhoz5191 3 ай бұрын

Great info! Thanks!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@Pebblesmas 3 ай бұрын

thx so much ❤

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@touchofmagik 3 ай бұрын

Great tips Ardyth!!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Kim! See you at ScrapFest next week? I'll be there in the morning.

@touchofmagik 3 ай бұрын

@@ardyth I am hoping to be there!! Would be awesome to see you again!

@judibradshaw1948 3 ай бұрын

Awesome tutorial!!! Love your tips!😊

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@carolynmckee4295 3 ай бұрын

I have the same paper cutter. I. Love. It!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@TealDiana 3 ай бұрын

I love my Dahle paper cutter!❤️ If I had to only keep one tool, I think that might be it. No more wonky cuts and never a cutting issue. It’s my George Clooney of the craft room.😍

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

LOL! I'm going to start calling mine George too! Thanks for watching!

@TealDiana 3 ай бұрын

⁠I don’t mind sharing.😂

@TraceyMcNeely 3 ай бұрын

Great video, you covered so many products that can make our crafty lives a bit easier. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

@michelleharr7330 3 ай бұрын

Other than a stamp positioner and a good paper cutter, ALL the Catherine Pooler inks- it's part addiction and part necessity. The free colour wheel is a game changer for my crafting! Thanks Ardyth!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I love that colour wheel, too! Thanks so much for watching!

@nicollevisser8141 3 ай бұрын

Hi Ardyth, great video again. My biggest splurge is my Sizzix Switch, my glassmat and my Tim Holtz trimmer. And I followed your advise not to buy everything I like, but really what kind of cards you like to make. Unfortunately the critters are to adorable to me. So I fall in that trap sometimes. What I did is I buy once a year a ticket to the Concord and 9th summercamp, I really love that, the atmosphere and the products you get with that. So that are my products for the year and I try not to buy anything else, only paper, or glue. And I am proud for resisting the glimmermachine and the spellbinder stamping system with the hard plates. That will save a lot of space and money! So no temptation there. See you Next week! ;-)

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Oh my glass mat! I forgot about that! Yes, another good splurge! And keeping a budget for events like summer camp is smart too! My worst shopping habit is 'since I've got what I want in my cart, I should look and see what else I can buy'. I think that arises from hating to pay for shipping! lol! Thanks for watching, Nicolle!

@cthurbz5146 3 ай бұрын

That’s my splurge for this year - the C&9 summer camp! I’ve never done it before. I did just do a smaller splurge - I ordered Gina K’s new die cutter today.

@LaurelBeard Ай бұрын

just got that mega teal thing for your gemini! Thanks a lot, lol

@ardyth Ай бұрын

LOL! I love it, I think you will too!

@GayleRobinson-bu2vt 3 ай бұрын

I'm a huge fan of Lawn Fawn but.....(lol), they sure have a lot of little stamps and dies!!! I'm one who batch makes Christmas cards. For several years I made MANY Christmas cards with Lawn Fawn scenes. When it got to the point I thought about eating razor blades, I ordered a second die set for the one's I use most! It made a major league difference!!!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Eating razor blades! lol! That made me laugh! Thanks for watching!

@sharmanmurphree-roberts4018 Ай бұрын

😂

@cindyellis765 3 ай бұрын

I always learn something from your videos.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

That is a lovely thing to say! Thanks so much!

@sherir4462 3 ай бұрын

Hello Arydth! I just wanted to tell you that I love your videos and your sensibility when it comes to crafting. I have never considered a second alphabet set (especially my favorite ones) but it makes so much sense! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and ideas!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your very kind words!

@sandrashaw8343 3 ай бұрын

I bought the rotating platform with the waffle flower mat this is brilliant. Thank you. X

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Love it to much! Enjoy and thanks for watching!

@hollymcfarland6769 2 ай бұрын

I love your videos. I've bought so much stuff in the past few years it's ridiculous! 😂 My mixed media supplies are my faves. I use them ALL the time!

@ardyth 2 ай бұрын

I think you're in good company as far as spending! lol! Thanks so much for watching!

@sueb1828 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for a great video. I hate to admit that I’ve too many splurges. Signed up for the summit & looking forward to your session, TFS.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Yay! See you at the Summit! Thanks so much for watching!

@amyswares 3 ай бұрын

Great vid! I did but a dahle after I saw your vid a while back!!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for stopping by, Amy!

@tncolmd1615 3 ай бұрын

it was so helpful that you mentioned how each splurge related to your style of working. It seems obvious, but there's so much out there & it's easy to get seduced by the latest thing, but thinking about tools in this way helps me make better choices.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I am still tempted but hopefully slowly getting better at knowing what really is worth it for me. It's definitely easy to get caught up in the excitement of new tools and supplies - it definitely still happens to me! Thanks so much for watching!

@c.r.mcleod8959 3 ай бұрын

My biggest splurge is Scan N Cut I absolutely love it and use it often. I love designing stuff in Canvas Workspace and then let the machine cut it out. It's also saved me a lot of money as I don't need to buy many dies. Plus, it does so much more for making my card making easier. I also love my score board and of course my Stamp Buddy, I'd be lost without it.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@michelegourd5742 3 ай бұрын

I also have the turn table and just love it!! I ordered it from amazon for $9.00!!!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Yay! Thanks for watching!

@beckyreeder5145 3 ай бұрын

My splurge was an Anna Griffin mini empress to replace several other brands of desktop die cutters.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I've heard only good things about that machine! Enjoy! Thanks for watching!

@janettespieldenner1925 3 ай бұрын

So happy to hear that you don’t do foiling or have a Cricut, Ardyth! I don’t either and you are proof that we can make beautiful cards without all that stuff!! TY!!!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Oh for sure - so many different ways to make amazing designs! Thanks so much for watching!

@carolyng.6405 3 ай бұрын

The way you told your story about losing the “Y” totally cracked me up!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I think that is a universal experience! lol! Thanks so much for watching!

@debbieyoder162 3 ай бұрын

I’m with you on the printer. On the advice of a crafty friend, I purchased an expensive Rotatrim paper cutter. I have never looked back. Such a great investment for a card maker. I’m also one who is avoiding the betterpress/glimmer trend. They make beautiful things, but I just don’t think that is a direction I need to go at this point in time. I’m glad to hear you like your Gemini Jr. I still have my Big Shot, but if/when it dies, I will likely go electronic. My wrists aren’t getting any younger. LOL

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@jackiemuller813 3 ай бұрын

My hubby brought a dahle cutter similar to yours home from his work - they were going to throw it out! It really just needed a clean and a new rubber guide. Good as new!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Oh what a great find! Thanks so much for watching!

@kakylong2 3 ай бұрын

Ardyth, Several urs ago, I did splurge on a Scan N Cut. I know I don't use it yo it's fullest, but I'm in the process of redoing my craft room, so I'm making a spot for it to use more often. Hands doing luxury or not a Misti is a MUST! 😊

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I have lots of friends who swear by the Scan N Cut for saving money on dies, so I hope you'll have the same experience! Thanks for watching!

@kakylong2 3 ай бұрын

I rarely ever buy dies so it's already paid off.

@Rebeccacell 3 ай бұрын

I haven’t splurged on a big paper crafting item for a while. But I did buy a weaving loom! It’s just as addictive

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Oh wow, that's exciting. I'm thinking of trying crochet. I love granny squares! lol! Thanks so much for watching!

@kaylynn0215 3 ай бұрын

Great video Ardyth! I have several splurges. The Misti, rotating platform with Waffle Flower Grip mat. I have seen people using the Altenew grip mat on it as well. Cricut Maker 3, but I don't use that for card making. I have the spatula from my first Cricut which is the best little tool! I'm looking forward to the organization summit! I watched last year when you were showing your ink swatching and storage. Unfortunately before I could print off the templates you had given, my computer crashed, and I lost everything. Looking forward to the summit!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Those templates are free on my blog - they are not up to date with all the latest colours - that's on my to-do list! lol! Thanks for watching!

@jessicatate3092 3 ай бұрын

My biggest splurge was probably my Cricut. Another pricer item, would be my glass mat. Love both!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I have a glass mat and love it too! Thanks so much for watching!

@barbsdee3831 3 ай бұрын

I’ve had a sizzix big shot for years but it has always been frustrating if I’ve wanted to buy a bigger die or cut a tri-fold card etc so I splurged on a spellbinders platinum. It was a considered purchase which I’d been mulling over for a couple of years but I love it ❤️🇬🇧

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@mariekruger5507 3 ай бұрын

oh boy. I just bit the bullet and finally got a Dahle Guillotine paper trimmer. I am working on my wedding invitations and all my other trimmers dont seem to be cutting a straight line and I have been looking at these for a couple of years now. And you sold me on it. LOL

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

LOL! Yep, definitely want straight wedding invitations! Thanks so much for watching!

@janmarch5039 3 ай бұрын

My Big splurges were probably my 200.00 paper cutter (which my friends who don’t think it’s worth it to spend that kind of money on a paper cutter drool over) and my Cricut! I love them both and use frequently. I do teach in my home so it makes a LOT of sense to have to right tools for the job! I admit I don’t have a lot of willpower when it comes to a new tool, but I probably use my craft room on a daily basis, so it doesn’t pay to have equipment that doesn’t hold up! Thanks for the idea on the duplicate dies, especially the alphabets, they can be a lot of work to use and this could certainly help! Thanks Ardyth, ALWAYS look forward to your great video’s!!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

You have said it very well - I think it's true in all areas of life that having the right tools makes the job easier and life more pleasant! lol! Thanks so much for watching!

@carolwilson7247 3 ай бұрын

Hi Ardyth- Admire your tools and your approach to acquiring them- very sensible as well as admirable! I’ve been trying to take a more thoughtful approach to what I buy, even though I seem to love (and want) it all- LOL. Like your professional trimmer- that looks dandy! But I have good guillotine trimmers, large and small, and several Fiskars trimmers with the slider blade- so I’m good I guess… I did recently get the My Sweet Petunia glue press and quite happy with it, especially with delicate die cuts. Thanks for another informative video- much appreciated!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@lynsalehuecker1718 3 ай бұрын

I loved my Gemini Jr. until I didn't even with the i-crafter magnetic plate. So I splurged on an Anna Griffin Empress machine right before Christmas and it's incredible. Getting inky with making backgrounds and using stencils & turnabout stamps is my favorite activity. I just received my Friends 360 tool and love it so much, I may have to splurge on the original because there are so many more stencils for it. Looking forward to your class on organization coming up.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I have heard so many people love the Empress - glad you're enjoying it! See you at the Summit!

@annekeschep8148 3 ай бұрын

I have a Scan’N Cut and the Glimmer hot foil machine, I still have to learn more of all the possibilities of the Scan’N Cut, I just don’t take the time for it… My future splurge will be the 360 stencil set, or I will ask for Mother’s Day… Yes, that’s going on my list! Thanks for sharing👍

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching, Anneke!

@olivemaycards 3 ай бұрын

Getting several sets of Catherine Pooler mini ink pads and all of their refills (on big sale!) might have been one of my best splurges. When I see other pretty inks I can remind myself that I have all these lovely colors and the ability to blend them to make more colors, and the small size pads fit into my crafty desk drawer very well and are so cute. I splurged a little on basics too, like a good trimmer and stamp platform, but I try not to get sucked into all the gadgets - I just don’t have the space and tbh my favorite cards use patterned paper and die cuts with just a little stamping.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Oh wow, it's not everyday those inks go on sale, so that was a good buy! Thanks so much for watching!

@christeepascale4483 3 ай бұрын

Another great video! From someone who did purchase the cheap blending brushes from Amazon there is a difference. My top three issues with the cheap Amazon brushes. (1) They soak up a lot more ink than my Simon, Altenew, Waffle Flower, or Spellbinder brushes. I could never find that Goldilocks saturation. There was always either too little or too much ink on the bristles. (2) Blotchy, inconsistent results. I had to not so gently smoosh the ink into the brush and tap off before every pass. Every single pass. Even still, my panel would usually be marred with ink stains and blotches. I also found it very challenging to get an even blend. My final panel would usually end up darker than I wanted because I had to even out areas. (3) I could never achieve very pale or light backgrounds. Especially the technique where the color fades into the white of the cardstock. For the longest time I thought I simply stunk at ink blending. My first Spellbinder, Altenew and Waffle Flower brushes were a revelation. Turns out I CAN ink blend like a boss. Yep, even super light washes that fade to white. I just needed the right tools! For me, blending brushes from reputable craft companies are worth every penny. The silver lining to my Amazon purchase: I discovered that I don't need dozens of brushes for every conceivable color or separate brushes for every ink brand. Also, turns out that I prefer different bristle styles and shapes for different jobs. That's allowed me to be more strategic with replacements focusing more on size, style, and shape.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Wow. That is so interesting to know from someone who's tried it! Thank you so much for sharing that! And I agree about the different brushes for different jobs. Thanks so much for watching!

@judyiverson8639 3 ай бұрын

I splurged on a pricey rotary trimmer, stamping platform and the original Stencils 360. All were worth it!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@meganvanderlinden6755 3 ай бұрын

Hmm. Buying duplicates on purpose is an interesting idea...I've only ever done it by accident, but at least I know my taste is consistent! I have a few splurges I've made that I am glad about and a few regrets.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Hahaha! I've done it by accident too, I forgot about that! Thanks so much for watching!

@suetownsend1932 3 ай бұрын

After years of almost straight cuts, I decided to buy the Dahle paper cutter that you endorsed. It was a big splurge, but worth it for me. I appreciate your reviews. ❤

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

LOL! I remember the days of almost straight cuts! Glad you're enjoying the trimmer. I definitely love mine. Thanks for watching!

@carolyng.6405 3 ай бұрын

Ardyth, the tools you listed on your “decided not buy list” are identical to my “ don’t go there” list. That said, I would really like to create my own sentiments. I find that most of the sentiments on stamp bundles don’t reflect the ways in which I like to communicate on a card. I believe the Cricut Joy is the machine but need to do more research. What stops me is the learning curve and the limitations on my craft storage space. Haven’t 💯 % ruled it out…. yet!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

LOL! The Joy is cute and compact and probably perfect for personalizing card-sized sentiments. Oh no, now I'm beginning to think I need one! Thanks for watching!

@tjyb1502 3 ай бұрын

I think I must enjoy doing things the hard way!! The fanciest tool I have is a misti and Still love and use a cuttlebug. But I would LOVE to splurge on a table that goes up and down since I find I'm often standing over my projects anyways! Perhaps One day!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

YES! I think that would be great too! Thanks so much for watching!

@kathrynmoon8793 3 ай бұрын

My recent “splurges” have been the Altenew rotating stamp positioner and their ink blending brushes! I also have metallic flakes in several colors but have yet to use them....scared of the horrific mess I’ll make😂🤦‍♀️ Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the items you feel comfortable splurging on❤️👍

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I laughed at being scared of using them. I get it! But I think in the end the look will be beautiful! Thanks for watching!

@gingerpayne7310 3 ай бұрын

Amazing tips-splurge is waffle flower grips mat and needs a new die cutting machine which I bought a new Sizzix machine again

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Love my grip mats! Thanks for watching, Ginger!

@susanweber6861 3 ай бұрын

I splurged on a scan n cut - and ended up giving it away to someone who loves it!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

OMG, I did the same years ago. Everyone I know who has one loves it, but I just never clicked with it. Thanks for watching!

@craftcards_nl 3 ай бұрын

My favorite craftroom items are my misti (bought cheap ones first but this one is so much better!), my scanncut (i never buy coordinating dies) and my gemini (had a bigshot but this is so much nicer and saves me so much energy)

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@cynthianelson3634 3 ай бұрын

My biggest splurge is my Scan N Cut. I’ve saved a ton of money by not having to buy coordinating dies for stamps and the best part is no more fussy cutting! I have designed things before but I mostly use it for the scan and cut feature and I use it on almost every project, both scrapbooking layout and cards.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

That sounds like money well spent! Thanks so much for watching!

@kcinca5410 3 ай бұрын

Ah, the beauty of some Tim Holtz alphanumeric sets. Sometimes pricey but I love having 3 or 4 e's, n's, etc. I haven't jumped on the BetterPress wagon, however, I do have a hot foil machine that I love AND I have bought a couple of BetterPress plates to use in it. It do have multiple splurge items, my rotary trimmer being one. The beauty of being able to cut chipboard effortlessly is indescribable. I wouldn't trade my Switch for anything. I, too, didn't think an electric die cutting machine was necessary but I couldn't resist the Switch due to it's size and the fact that my Big Shot Pro developed a "soft" spot on the rollers that was driving me crazy. I was forever trying to figure out how many shims to use. I do still use the other manual machines I have but mostly for small cutting. This was a great overview. Looking forward to your "revamp" video.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@angelag6156 3 ай бұрын

Hello Ardyth, I am a new crafter, and I started about seven months ago. I splurged on a MISTI, Spellbinder Platinum Six, and all the Distress Oxide Inks. Before that, I had bought a Cricut Joy and Brother Scan N Cut for making stickers to donate, but I don't use them often because I am still learning how to use the software. Even though I feel tempted to buy many things, I can't do so because I don't have enough space and I am not sure if I would use them. Instead, I prefer to spend my money on stencils and 3D embossing folders.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Stencils are such a great value - so many things you can do with them! Thanks so much for watching!

@bertas-cards 3 ай бұрын

Love my i-crafter pro-deck plates & you can still get them. For me The Stampwheel is much easier to use. Great investments Ardyth think so many get caught up in “new” tools & don’t really ask themselves the question will I really use this.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

That is a good point. Thanks for watching!

@kathleendippner1757 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video. My splurges are a Scan N Cut and Anna Griffin Empress. The Empress is awesome for batch die cutting and the scan n cut for stamps I don't have dies for. I already had a laminator when I learned about foiling. I have discovered I don't like foiling so haven't looked into the other type of foiling that is so big. I also have no interest in the Betterpress.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@wendy8184 3 ай бұрын

My biggest splurge was the Gemini junior , and copic markers. I also haven’t gotten into glimmer machines or better press,

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@kkrolf2782 2 ай бұрын

I do S O hope you have your organizing summit on y.t. after the event!! We’re journeying back home after our junket to view the eclipse and won’t be home in time to catch the summit 😳☹️😭😢!!

@ardyth 2 ай бұрын

The Summit will run live this weekend only, if you have registered for a free ticket. There is a paid option available that allows you lifetime access to the videos. Most of the speakers have their own YT channels and may have other organization ideas hosted there (I have an organization playlist on my channel filled with tips and ideas). Hope you are enjoying your travels!

@kkrolf2782 2 ай бұрын

@@ardyth Thank you for the information. I’ll be checking further when I’m back home. We’ve managed to avoid most of the bad weather (MAJOR Plus!!) on our travels, and the scenery has been a nice change - especially the fabulous wild flowers west and south of Austin, TX 👍👍 - but it’s time to be home.

@amyjones2320 3 ай бұрын

Some of my priciest splurges have been 300 ct German watercolor pencils in a cherry wood case. W/o the case I would have saved $80. I worked at a stamping store in CA & took my salary in product. I also got a 50% discount on them. 20 yrs ago I also got a professional deckle cutter. Almost $200 & the only thing it does is cut deckle edges. It’s steel & VERY well made. I justified my purchases b/c I worked for a few stamp manufacturers. I developed stamps & classes. I also did their sample cards & taught class throughout CA, TX & NC.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Oh wow, that set of watercolor pencils sounds amazing! Thanks so much for watching!

@cthurbz5146 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for such a great video! I’ve received a bunch of my “craft toys “ as Christmas gifts from my husband: my Misti, Gemini Jr, Altenew Stampwheel, and Gina K foil machine. I just bought myself the new Gina K die cut machine. I also have a Cricut for other crafts that I do. I never use it for cards 🤷🏼‍♀️. I did just got sign up for the C&9 Summer camp - I’ve never spent that much money on anything for myself so I’m hoping it’s worth it!! I do have to ask…where did you get that turntable?? I’ve been looking for one for my Gemini Jr.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

What a good hubby - you should definitely keep him! lol! I have heard nothing but good things about the C9 summer camp, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. The turntable under my Gemini came from Amazon. It's 10" diameter. The rotating platform I use for blending is from We R Memory Keepers, I got it at scrapbook. com. Thanks for watching!

@barbaraharrold5361 3 ай бұрын

I don’t buy tools because it’s the what’s new and everyone wants it. I really think about it and what difference would it make for me…hmmmm I do like the idea of buying a couple of sets of alphabet letters as I do get tired of cutting over and over again:( I have to say that the one tool that you shared was the one that gave you the ability to to color and make incredible designs:) tfs and God bless:)

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@laurasutton1551 2 ай бұрын

I love my hot foil but they can keep the better press the cricket & the Gemini the plates warp way to much but I did buy the go press & emboss machine as the plates are thicker

@ardyth 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Lainers2000 3 ай бұрын

Oh, dear…I’m a gadget gal. I have the Better Press and Glimmer machines but only one die cut machine, a Big Shot that I’ve had for years. I’ve been researching a new die cut machine. I don’t mass produce cards so I’m interested in an electric machine. I’m thinking Spellbinders Platinum 6 or maybe Gina K’s I love my glass mat and I couldn’t do without my Misti. It’s an absolute must for any stamper.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I agree about the stamp positioner - total game changer! I think that if there were more BetterPress and Glimmer plates that were geometric (ie more my style), I might be in trouble. Seems like many of them are very floral and scripty, which makes it easier for me to resist. LOL! Thanks so much for watching!

@JenniferSKinney 3 ай бұрын

I made my big splurge over 15 years ago when I bought my Genesis trimmer. It was several hundred dollars but it was more than worth it and I bet I’ve paid less than a penny for each time I’ve used it. I use a trimmer for *every* project; sometimes multiple times per project. It cuts beautifully and I will be so sad if it ever breaks.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I agree that a trimmer is a good investment. I think I saw yours in Kansas - I've never seen another one. Thanks for stopping by, Jennifer!

@mllecoline1961 3 ай бұрын

My sister bought me the glimmer hot foil and then recently the better press after I had bought that for her 😩 my splurge recently was the platinum 6 because I went out of town and forgot my vagabond and needed a die cutting machine lol since I have the glimmer I thought that would be a good splurge, we’ll see!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

You can definitely make beautiful cards with the glimmer and better press! Enjoy! Thanks for watching!

@flowerlila21248 3 ай бұрын

All those tools are great if it's your job or you sell cards. I bought Gemini Jr but barely use it because it has dozens of plates that you have to look up which one to use every time. But I love the "lazy Susan under it. I love Genini Midi the best because it doesn't need any plates, only one folder, and just one shim. But then there is a problem - it warps after just a few uses and embossing folders get ruined. So, I still stick to my Sizzicks.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I didn't like that about the Gemini Jr either. Over time, lots of people have come up with solutions for reducing the number of plates in the sandwich, but it definitely takes trial and error to figure out what works for you. I have not seen a Gemini Midi - I'll have to check it out. Thanks for watching!

@oraleeb.2072 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Ardyth, for all your suggestions to help make our card making easier and more productive! I desperately need a better trimmer that will cut straight like yours. I know Dahle is great but I just don’t have the room for it. You mentioned that you purchased your lazy Susan from Amazon for about $10 but do you have the link please? I want to make sure when ai order one, that it is completely flat, as some are slightly curved on the top. Thanks! I have taken the CMSS before and haven’t decided yet about this one. 😊

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I went to my Amazon orders list to find the link, and it's not available anymore. I bought it in 2019. Sorry about that. Thanks for watching, and hope to see you at the Summit!

@oraleeb.2072 3 ай бұрын

@@ardyth thanks so much for checking for me, Ardyth!

@bonnieisabelle3641 3 ай бұрын

I have the stampin’ up stamparatus stamping platform. I think it is superior to most of the other platforms, including the misti, and I do mot understand why it had to be taken off the market while the others are still being sold.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I've heard that the stamparatus is really wonderful. Everyone I know who has one really loves it! Thanks for watching!

@susanjohnson318 3 ай бұрын

Hot foil looks beautiful but I will not get one, as it is spendy and then all the foil plates . . . Better Press is cheaper but I just don't think I'll love the look of it enough to buy it. I did buy the MISTI several years ago and it has been wonderful for layered stamps and restamping to get the best images. If it broke, I would probably replace with Altenew's Stampwheel. It looks like it would take more desk space but does look wonderful.

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@annrichardson9346 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your tips! Could you share the name/maker of the modern floral stamp that you stamped with the Misti? Thank you!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Had to rewatch. LOL I stamped Daisy Dance from Technique Junkies with the Sizzix tool. Use code TJArdyth10 to get 10% off your order at their online shop.

@feliciawold2363 3 ай бұрын

Can you share where you sourced your framed magnetic boards your dies are displayed on? Thank you for all your great ideas!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I got them all from Amazon in Canada. www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B005HY9KDM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08L6Z4V37/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

@twyliabell3490 3 ай бұрын

Ardyth, I have a Gemini Junior that I picked up on Clearance at a Hobby Lobby. I’ve now cracked both my cutting plates. If I try the i-crafter magnetic plate, can I just use one of i-crafter cutting plates on top for cutting wafer-thin dies?

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

I have not used any i-crafter cutting plates, so I'm not sure. My sandwich is clear Gemini cutting plate on top of die (cutting edges down) on top of cardstock on top of magnetic deck, on top of green Gemini 'plate for double-sided dies'. i-crafter has a list of recommended sandwiches for different machines on their site. Good luck!

@WanderingDreamer555 3 ай бұрын

What is your Gemini on? Is that a lazy Susan or something craft specific? Turning it like that would be awesome!!!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

It's on a $10 Amazon lazy susan. But lots of people have told me you can get them even cheaper at dollar stores. Thanks for watching!

@nangustafson8110 3 ай бұрын

You mention using a green plate on the bottom of the i-crafter I-mend pro….is that green plate something that came with the Gemini Jr? Is it a normal Jr cutting plate? I’m a one-handed crafter and looking for a reliable and easy to use electric cutting machine. Do you have a video on just the Gemini Jr? Tips for using? Many thanks ❤❤

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

The green plate is an extra. It's called something like 'cutting plate for double-sided die-cutting/ (which I have never figured out by the way, it just acts as a shim. You could use trial and error to figure out a cardstock shim that would also work. You just don't want the i-crafter plate right up against the rollers of the gemini jr, because it has a self-healing coating that can be damaged by the rollers. I hope that all makes sense. Thanks for watching!

@nangustafson8110 3 ай бұрын

Thank you it does.

@tinadaniels3965 3 ай бұрын

Could you share what plates you use with the magnetic platform for the Gemini jr?

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

Clear Gemini cutting plate on top of die (cutting edges down) on top of cardstock on top of magnetic deck, on top of green Gemini 'plate for double-sided dies'. i-crafter has a list of recommended sandwiches for different machines on their site. Thanks for watching!

@tinadaniels3965 3 ай бұрын

@@ardyth one more thing lol. What shim do you use if needed? Thank you!

@ardyth 3 ай бұрын

@@tinadaniels3965 if I ever need a shim, I tend to start with a piece of cardstock. if that's not enough, I try 2! lol! Not very high tech, I know. I have a mixture of plates including some old sizzix plates from when I had a big shot. They are slightly thinner than Gemini cutting plates, so that gives me options when I'm trying to find the exact right thickness. It's hard - especially with embossing folders - they're all different thicknesses, I find!