List Price: $8.95
Sale Price: $7.99
Today's Bonus: 11% Off
These ara PLASTIC beads in metallic colors. I'm writing this so that no one gets confused (like me). I thought I was buying metallic beads... Although pretty not what I expected...
Metallic Heart Beads - Assorted Colors (6 x 9mm, 100 pieces)
List Price: $8.95
Sale Price: $7.99
Today's Bonus: 11% Off
These ara PLASTIC beads in metallic colors. I'm writing this so that no one gets confused (like me). I thought I was buying metallic beads... Although pretty not what I expected...
Studio Pro Precision 2000 Deluxe Band Saw
List Price: $359.00
Sale Price: $340.00
Today's Bonus: 5% Off
I bought this saw to aid in my glass work. I have had it for about a month and have used it every weekend for at least 8 hours a day and at least 3 days during the week after work for about 3 hours a day. I have cut several projects with the saw. I loved it till I broke the original blade that came on the unit. So I bought some replacement blades for the saw. I installed the new blade just like the instruction manual said to tracking the blade and all. I started cutting my project about half way threw I thought the blade broke but instead the bottom pulleys edge broke where the blade is riding on the edge of the pulley and making it very thin. I called customer service and told them what was happing so they sent me a new pulley. So I installed the pulley per instructions and reinstalled the blade. It is still doing the same thing. Which is a shame because I love so much about this saw for instance its size it is light weight and compact. I can cut small shapes and odd shapes. I can adjust the height of blade exposed to cut bottles. Maybe I am still doing something wrong but what I have followed all instructions. I have gotten very frustrated with this saw and am looking to purchase a different saw.
Vintaj 2-Piece Magnolia Leaf Bead Cap Embellishment, 18 by 14mm
So many interesting and beautiful pieces of jewelry can be made by using various components of the Vintaj product line. They carry a variety of beautiful metal charms, findings, filigree, chains, and more. The copper, pewter, and black art deco pieces are all pretty, but my favorite is their original natural brass pieces. It has a vintage look to it with its rich caramel brown color.
This Magnolia Leaf Bead Cap is nearly 3/4" long and works as either a bead cap or you can even totally flatten it by spreading the four "leaves" out. As a bead cap, it's pretty used for capping an appropriate-sized oblong glass bead. It's also nice as earrings by dangling several very delicate short lengths of brass chains from the middle...each with small beads or crystals on the ends.
The color can be enhanced by using metal patina and then buffing the raised (relief) areas with the metal relief block for added luster.
For anyone unfamiliar with the Vintaj product line, it's worth a visit to their website to gain some inspiration from their gorgeous photos of finished jewelry...each using many various pieces of the Vintaj line. On the Vintaj website, you'll find a wide array of jewelry components in this natural brass as well as their copper, pewter, and black art deco lines. By clicking on each jewelry component (such as this Magnolia Leaf Bead Cap), you'll find one or two ideas for creative pieces using that particular component. Amazon doesn't allow other websites to be posted, but it's easy to find by googling "Vintaj." There are also a number of YouTube videos on different techniques.
This Magnolia Leaf Bead Cap is nearly 3/4" long and works as either a bead cap or you can even totally flatten it by spreading the four "leaves" out. As a bead cap, it's pretty used for capping an appropriate-sized oblong glass bead. It's also nice as earrings by dangling several very delicate short lengths of brass chains from the middle...each with small beads or crystals on the ends.
The color can be enhanced by using metal patina and then buffing the raised (relief) areas with the metal relief block for added luster.
For anyone unfamiliar with the Vintaj product line, it's worth a visit to their website to gain some inspiration from their gorgeous photos of finished jewelry...each using many various pieces of the Vintaj line. On the Vintaj website, you'll find a wide array of jewelry components in this natural brass as well as their copper, pewter, and black art deco lines. By clicking on each jewelry component (such as this Magnolia Leaf Bead Cap), you'll find one or two ideas for creative pieces using that particular component. Amazon doesn't allow other websites to be posted, but it's easy to find by googling "Vintaj." There are also a number of YouTube videos on different techniques.
TX-Direct Spray-On
I have a 30 year-old one piece ski suit that lost all of its water repellency (I got sopping wet skiing in a warm snowstorm at Park City). This bottle (I used it all for the full suit) seemed to have restored some level of protection.
I sprayed it outside as other reviewers talked about the smell. It does smell, but it did not seem strong to me. I used a rag to spread the liquid around and to get into all the crevices at the seams, etc. I let it dry outside and then used a water spray bottle to "test". The water beaded up. I suspect that it is not waterproof, but this suit never was since it was before Gore-Tex and other new fabrics, but it should be fine in wet snow storms, although maybe not rain.
I sprayed it outside as other reviewers talked about the smell. It does smell, but it did not seem strong to me. I used a rag to spread the liquid around and to get into all the crevices at the seams, etc. I let it dry outside and then used a water spray bottle to "test". The water beaded up. I suspect that it is not waterproof, but this suit never was since it was before Gore-Tex and other new fabrics, but it should be fine in wet snow storms, although maybe not rain.
Black Glue Stick 10"
I ordered this under the impression it was (10) black glue sticks. Part of what led me to believe this was the 10 in the product title, and the item description:
"These all-purpose hot melt glue sticks dry black and can be used in either high, low, or dual temperature glue guns. They are perfect for paper, cardboard, wood, and even bonding components to crossover boards. It works well on most porous and non-porous materials. Made in the U.S.A."
Note the words "glue sticks" in the first sentence, indicating there are multiples. However, upon receiving it, I discovered it was a single 10" stick. I also did not like the fact they placed a large bar code sticker on the stick that is difficult to remove without it coming off in pieces or leaving adhesive residue behind. These pieces have to be removed or they will end up on the item you are gluing.
The glue adheres well. Since it is for low or high temp guns, it has a low melting point. Overall, it is a good stick as long as you are aware it is one stick and don't mind spending several minutes trying to remove the bar code sticker.
I would highly recommend the seller add a quote to the product title (10") and change the description to 'stick' rather than 'sticks' so it is not so misleading.
"These all-purpose hot melt glue sticks dry black and can be used in either high, low, or dual temperature glue guns. They are perfect for paper, cardboard, wood, and even bonding components to crossover boards. It works well on most porous and non-porous materials. Made in the U.S.A."
Note the words "glue sticks" in the first sentence, indicating there are multiples. However, upon receiving it, I discovered it was a single 10" stick. I also did not like the fact they placed a large bar code sticker on the stick that is difficult to remove without it coming off in pieces or leaving adhesive residue behind. These pieces have to be removed or they will end up on the item you are gluing.
The glue adheres well. Since it is for low or high temp guns, it has a low melting point. Overall, it is a good stick as long as you are aware it is one stick and don't mind spending several minutes trying to remove the bar code sticker.
I would highly recommend the seller add a quote to the product title (10") and change the description to 'stick' rather than 'sticks' so it is not so misleading.
Brother SA129 Quilting Foot
List Price: $29.99
Sale Price: $11.49
Today's Bonus: 62% Off
I found this item to be at a great price! Other places sold it for much more than Amazon. The shipping cost was also reasonable. I received the item very quickly.
I was a little disppointed because the instructions included with this item are vary vague and difficult to read. The pictures are small and not very detailed. However, I think the instructions are pre-packaged in the item so not necessarily a seller problem. I would just recommend searching for turtorial videos... I found quite a few on YouTube. This was a great help.
Be sure to practice before actually using this on a quilt. It's easy to learn!
Thanks for another great purchase!
Play-Doh: Rollers and Cutters
List Price: $24.99
Sale Price: $10.49
Today's Bonus: 58% Off
Bought this because the original Play-Doh set was sold out. I really don't like the rolling pin because you need to use the palm of your hand instead of the handles. The tube and attachments are too big, and the dough goes around the shapes instead of through it. The orange circles can only be used with your thumbs, making it a little messy and not very long pieces of spaghetti or other shapes. The scissors smoosh the dough instead of cutting, which just causes chaos with my son because it's "not right!". If you have the choice between this and the original Play-Doh set, go for the good one! I will continue to use this because it's all we have, but am going to hold out for the original and keep this as a back-up!