Monthly Archives: June 2012

DIY: How to Sharpen your Craft Punchers

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Last time I shared some tips on how to sharpen the scissors, this time, let’s sharpen our craft punchers.

I have to say, if my punchers can only speak, they would either be happy because they were all used up or they’ll nag me for overly using them. I can’t help it, craft punchers are one of the greatest tools in the world. And because I just love to use them, they need to be sharpened once in awhile. If you’re like me, then this tip maybe helpful for you.

Things you’ll need:

• Craft Punchers

• Alluminum Foil

• Wax Paper

How to do it:

{1}  Cut the aluminum foil into a bond paper size and fold it into half. Then cut the foil using your craft punchers several times until you think

{2}  After you’re done with the aluminum foil, do the same process, but this time with wax paper. This will make the puncher edges smoother.

TIP: Try this often to keep your punchers sharp. And if your punchers got jammed, put it in a freezer for awhile. It will shrink the metal, so once you’ll punch it again, it will losen up.

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New Craft tools

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Last month I had a wonderful trip in what I called Craft Disneyland. It’s a craft store in Manila called Lasting Impressions. I just remembered while I was reading Joanne’s blog that I forgot to share what I bought from that beautiful store.

I really forced myself not to put too much stuff in my cart but I really couldn’t help it. As a matter of fact, I already removed more things from it, and ended up with this goodies.

Finally! I've been looking for this. I also bought another Martha Stewart puncher set which I forgot to take a photo of.

This cuties will be in LeBlanchette soon

Clear stamps. I wanted more, but seriously couldn't afford to buy more.

Another edge puncher for my collection

And my ultimate weakness. Books! It's another japanese craft book

I have another trip to Manila next month but I’m thinking twice if I should go back to this magical place. Truly magical that you’ll feel you’re under a spell and can’t resist on buying those craft things, lol.

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DIY: How to Sharpen Scissors

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I have one big fetish… and that is… TOOLS!!! Seriously, I just love buying them. Whether it’s for paper, crafts or even for house use like a set of screwdrivers, soldering iron, spray paint and even baking tools, I just love buying all the tools regardless I’ll use them or not.

Now, one tool that is very essential in my studio is the scissors. But then, despite how sturdy it is, it gets to a point that it needs some sharpening. And how I hate using the whetstone. It sounds eeekie, plus if you don’t know how to use it, it will make the edges of the scissors ugly. Gladly, I discovered over the internet another way of sharpening your scissors. It’s very practical and easy at the same time.

Here are the materials you’ll need:

• Scissors

• Old cylinder bottle

• Newspaper or Wax paper

The instructions:

{1}  Simply place the bottle in between your scissor blades. Then try cutting the bottle just like your cutting a paper. But don’t put too much pressure while cutting it. Repeat this constantly and closer to the handle until you think it can cut sharply already.

{2}  After your done with the bottle, run it though on a newspaper or wax paper to soften the blades.

And your scissors is good as new. All you have to do is keep a bottle with you and there’s no need to buy new scissors again, unless it’s broken of course, hehe.

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Fabric Tapes in the shop

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Slowly, I’m turning my studio into a shop, which is actually one of my dreams. So now, I just added some fabric tapes. I only have 8 designs in the meantime but don’t worry, will be adding few more soon.

If you’re from Davao, do drop by in my studio. It’s just beside Yellow Hauz along V. Mapa, Mabini Street. I have few more pretty stuffs for you. But in case you’re not from here, you can buy them through my Multiply shop.

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