​
My Favorite Tools
All of these tools are available in various places such as Michael's, Hobby Lobby, JoAnn, AC Moore, Walmart, Home Depot, Lowes, Amazon and many more. Use your coupons! And stack them when you can for the best deals! The only exception being the stem cutter, that is hard to find. I have included my affiliate link to DecoExchange for that beauty!
Fiskars Razor Edge Scissors – Yes they are pricey, but well worth it. Use your coupon!
Fiskars Self Healing Mat – Get the 24x36, you won't be sorry.
Fiskars Rotary Cutter – Spend a little more for the better model, I love that I can open and close it with one hand.
Glue Gun – Mine is the AdTech Precision PRO from Walmart. It stands upright!
Glue Skillet – Brentwood 6” electric skillet from Walmart.com I don't know how I lived without it!
Gorilla Glue Glue Sticks - Get them anywhere....use your coupon!
Arrow Tru Tac Staple Gun – Mine came from True Value Hardware.
Wire Cutters – I don't have a favorite pair, I've had these for years.
Needle Nose Pliers – Same as above!
Limo Light Set – These light sets are relatively inexpensive. If you go live on Face Book or you take pictures to post your product these will make a real difference. I got mine from FB marketplace, they are often available on eBay as well.
Arkon Mount – I purchased the Creatives Package, but there are others that are a little less expensive with out all the extra options.
https://www.arkon.com/product/CLAMPRCB-phone-tablet-stand-mount-clamp.html
Pro Bow the Hand – You can find it on Amazon and is ships free if you have Prime.
Fluff Box – This is a very useful tool when making big beautiful bows. You can purchase one from ProBowthehand.com but shipping is expensive. You can also make your own!
EZ Bow Maker – Go to Hobby Lobby or Michael's and use your coupon!
Zip Tie Gun – This tool sure makes it easier on the hands if you're using lots of zip ties. They are available in most home improvement and hardware stores.
Zip Ties – You already know what these are I bet. Indispensable for creating your own wreath forms from garland, securing bows and attaching heavier signs.
26ga wire – Available at Walmart, Michael's, JoAnn etc. Heavy enough to hold your bows yet light enough to be easy to handle. (Hint: the higher the number the thinner the wire)
Pick Machine – There are MANY manufacturers of pick machines. You can purchase a brand new pick machine at Hobby Lobby using your coupon. Or you can do what I did and look on Ebay. There are lots on Ebay.
Stem Cutter – Wow! This baby cuts through those really thick floral stems “like butta”! Don't bother searching for one on line, just go to this link, https://goo.gl/noiQxr ,you'll get the best deal. They go fast, but they always get more in so just keep trying.
Goose Neck Desk Lamps – My go to lighting source to supplement my Limo Studio lights. You can find these anywhere!
Dap Rapid Fuse Glue – This is a fast setting very strong glue. The best price I have found is Walmart.
Zip Tie Mounts – These are little 1” square plastic self adhesive mounting bases used mostly by electricians. You can find them in the electrical department of Home Depot, Lowes or your favorite hardware store. You can also find them on line. (Hint: Look for the ones labeled for outdoor use, the adhesive is better)
Well that's it! If I find any more tools I can't do without I'll let you know!
Happy Crafting Y'all!
1/20/19