Paper crafting tools

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Rotary trimmers have a round cutting blade that slides back and forth along the rail. Generally, the base of the cutter bears grids with measurements. The blades are able to cut in both directions. These cutters are very popular among paper crafters and photographers alike for the accuracy of these trimmers.

Some rotary trimmers come with self-sharpening blades, as mentioned before. Others will have to have their blades replaced after a while. Another thing to note is, frayed edges are pretty common with this type of trimmers. Guillotine cutters are generally used for cutting stacks of paper or card in one go.

You can cut stacks containing up to sheets using a guillotine cutter, depending on the model. They typically have a cutting blade and a long blade arm that you have to pull down for cutting paper or card stacks. Guillotine cutters are generally superior in cutting capacity than most rotary trimmers.

Be sure to check out the safety features when buying a guillotine cutter. This is the most popular size among paper crafters, as that is the size of most scrapbook sheets. Most project measurements and tutorials work mostly around that size range. Of course, you can always go for a smaller or larger one if that is more suitable for your work. Paper cutters that are foldable or have an extendable arm are known to have inaccurate or missing measurements around the junction area, making work unreasonably harder.

So it is almost unanimously agreed that a solid paper cutter is the better choice than foldable ones. Paper cutter bases can be made of plastic, wood, or metal. All of these come in good and bad quality. It would be your best bet to stay away from cheap plastic paper cutters. There are very good quality plastic trimmers available but with a reasonably higher price tags.

Many people prefer the sturdiness wooden or metal bases provide. Whatever model you go for, make sure it has lots of good reviews before progressing. When looking for a paper trimmer or cutter, you will find different models with a variety of details. Some of these include having both inch and centimeter measurements, grids all over the body, or measurement marks in the middle of the board.

In general, the more details there are, the better. Even if they may not mean much to you right now, these will be quite helpful in the long run.

Having a good quality paper cutter will not only make paper cutting quick, easy, and efficient, it will also make you actually enjoy the process of cutting paper. While there is nothing wrong with the usual right-angle corners, having different looking corners on your paper or card pieces can make it look so much more attractive. Corner punches are a quick and effortless way to beautify your card or scrapbook sheet in just a few seconds. There are lots of corner punches to choose from.

A corner rounder can be very useful to bring that effortlessly-finished and professional look without too much trouble. The round corner looks elegant without being flashy. There are, of course, many other types of corner punches available with a variety of designs. With time you can build a collection of corner punches that you can use according to your work project.

Just remember not to go overboard and use only a certain type of corner punch for each of your projects. No matter how many types of cutters or knives or blades you have, you have to have a couple of pair of scissors if you love paper crafting.

For paper crafting purposes, you want your scissors to have sharp blades with a non-stick coating, which are rustproof and non-corrosive. Make sure the handle fits comfortably on your dominant hand to save you from fatigue and pain. In general, bigger handle sizes are preferred by most crafters as they are known to cause less fatigue.

They are best for cutting through glue and sticky tape without the blades getting sticky or dull. These scissors have a unique joint that helps them adjust and easily cut through heavy materials such as foams, corks, and even certain types of wood. Detail scissors have specially made blades that let you cut out complex shapes with fine details. These scissors have blades with a fine tip, as the name suggests.

This provides you with precision and control that a regular pair of scissors cannot. Also known as the serrated shears, they can cut paper in a zigzag pattern. They are often used in scrapbooking for decorative purposes. These types of scissors have different types of edges that can create decorative borders on paper. Knowing what types of scissors to have in your collection can make your job a lot easier in the long run. If you are still a beginner, starting with a couple of basic ones would be a good idea.

If you like cutting out different shapes and designs for your craft projects, you surely need to get some craft knives. A craft knife is composed of two parts: a handle and a replaceable blade. The handle can be made of metal, wood, or plastic, depending on the quality. Depending on your need and the type of paper you use, you can choose among light, medium, or heavy-duty craft knives.

Fingertip craft knives are designed so that you can place your index finger inside the handle; this offers you greater precision and control when cutting. There are disposable craft knives available, too, if that suits your needs. Some of the blade types that are used by crafters with their craft knives include:. These blades can rotate a full degrees and are the best for cutting circles and curves. When choosing a craft knife, make sure the handle is sturdy and comfortable for you to hold.

Of course, safety should be your top priority when handling knives, so knives that come with a protective cap or additional safety features should always get a plus point when choosing.

A dirty or messy work surface can make it difficult to continue your craft project smoothly. Be it leftover glue splotches or wet paint from another project, any unwanted substance on the surface can be enough to ruin your papercraft.

Here is where non-stick craft mats come in handy. True to their name, they do not let any ink, wax, glue, or paint stick to their surface.

You can either wipe or peel everything off these things, even if you are dealing with high-temperature glues. Here are some features of a non-stick craft mat pointed out to get you pumped to grab one for your workspace:.

Pretty great, right? These mats are great for projects that include: gluing, mixing inks, stamping, embossing, ironing, painting , misting, and many other things. To clean up, you just wipe the sheet with a paper towel while working, and when finished, just wash with water and dry. Having a selection of paint and craft brushes can help you make your work even more attractive. You really do not need much to start and can easily build up your collection as you gain more experience. Whether you want to work with watercolors, acrylics, or oils, it is enough to get just one tube of each of these four colors: red, blue, yellow, and brown.

Having black and white helps, too. You can mix these colors to get different colors or shades. Depending upon your preferred medium, your selection of brushes may vary:. In addition to these paints and brushes, you may also want to add a mixing palette for your stash if you are going to work with many different colors.

When it comes to creating beautiful backgrounds on your craft paper, brayers can be of great help. Brayers are roller tools that you use to create color patterns on the paper. They have a handle and a barrel part. The ones with a detachable barrel are generally more preferable. Brayers can be of two types: rubber brayers and foam brayers. Rubber brayers are suitable for most projects, including scrapbooking. You can use them with different types of colors and mediums.

Since they are made of rubber, they are pretty much as good as new every time you clean them after use. Foam brayers or sponge brayers have a barrel made of foam, as the name implies. They can be reused after washing, but only if you use ink that is soluble in water.

Many consider them as disposable, but if you are going to use the same color and same medium every time, you can certainly use them over and over again. When choosing a brayer for your projects, features that you want to consider would be its durability, comfort of handling, and whether or not it has a detachable roller.

So you have prepared and gathered all the different parts of your papercraft, now it is time to glue them together. There are a lot of options available now in terms of tapes and glues. Take a look at all the different types to figure out which ones might fit your needs best:. This is the most common type of glue used by most crafters. It can be used with all types of materials, and it dries clear and remain flexible. They are convenient to work with as they do not create any mess. Glue dots come in all different sizes.

They can be either removable or permanent. Double-sided tape is a tape that is sticky on both sides. It is suitable for use in scrapbooking, card making, and other craft projects. Foam tapes are perfect for scrapbooking and card paper projects. Glue pens are pens that have glue instead of ink.

With a glue pen, you can apply a fine line of glue with precision. If there is one tool that every crafter owns, it would be a Hot glue gun. Paper cutters are used to trim paper, photos, mats, and borders. They make very straight lines. You will want to get a paper cutter that has cutting lines that measure by the inch. It makes all your tasks much easier. The most popular cutter is the rotating paper cutter. It has a flat base with a measuring grid. This cutter has a small blade that moves up and down to cut.

The blade can be replaced when it gets dull. It may also include a scoring blade. There is also a guillotine paper cutter. This cutter has a long arm with a sharp blade attached to the arm. When you bring down the arm, the paper is cut. Always purchase a cutter that has a swing arm to accommodate 12" x 12" paper-the standard size of most scrapbook sheets. After a period of time, the blade on your paper cutter will become dull. The amount of time you can use it depends on the type of materials that you are cutting, the number of times that you use it and the quality of the blade.

T ip: To keep getting a crisp cut, periodically clean the well where the blade cuts. Corner punches and rounders come as hand punches and regular punches. There are different types of corner punches that give pizazz to your scrapbook pages. You can use them to "corner" your mats and photos.

They just give that finished look that helps bring out your creativity. The first corner punch that you should consider is the corner rounder. This simple punch is a staple in my craft room. It will round off the hard edges of photo mats, journal pages, and tags. You can also use it to round off titles and borders. You will get lots of bang for your bucks with this tool. You only really need two types of rulers in your craft room.

One is a metal ruler, and the other is a see-through clear ruler. Your acrylic ruler is one of the most versatile and handy tools you will own. You can see through it to the project that you are working on. Cutting rulers are a tool that every paper crafter should have in their space. They are generally made of metal.

They have a cutting edge. There is often a guard that protects your hands from getting cut. Some have a non-slip base. That is a feature that I would recommend. This ruler enables you, with a craft knife to make an even crisp cut on all kinds of different materials.

There are several types of scissors that are must for paper crafters, Having the right scissors for the right job. Microtip scissors: These scissors are used to cut fine details. You will need them for various projects that require small detailed cuts.

Decorative or Paper Edge Scissors: Used to make decorative edges like zigzags, or scallops. Sold in sets or as individual items.

Detail Scissors: Small finely hones scissors that help you get around tight corners and intricate cuts. Decorative scissors are used to create decorative edges on all types of paper crafts. A craft knife is a much-needed tool for all paper crafters. It is a single bladed knife with a handle. It cuts through a variety of papers making it essential to all craft rooms and spaces.

The handle can be wood, metal, or plastic. The blade is replaceable once the blade gets dull. They can assist you in cutting a single line or a shape. There are different types of craft knives that may fit your paper crafting needs. There are light, medium and heavy-duty knives. There are also fingertip knives that are meant to wrap around your fingers for use. You can also find disposable craft knives.

Nonstick craft mats or silicone mats are a totally essential tool for any serious papercraft artist. They protect any work surface from ink, paints, glues, and more.

Nothing sticks to it! They can also take high-temperature glues, waxes, and other high heat products. You can literally peel the drippings from your glue gun, right off the mat. They are generally sized at 15" x 18".

I use old craft mats for Bible journaling by cutting them down to the size of a standard Bible page. Self-healing mats are made of materials that have the ability to "heal" themselves even when cut into. They feature a non-glare surface that can be used on both sides. They are thicker than the non-stick craft mats. They come in all different sizes. Grid lines are visible, that can also include angled grid lines. Grid markings can come in different widths and lengths depending on the manufacturer.

Glass mats are literally made of glass. They have a smooth surface. Many have rounded corners and printed grid lines. The grid lines may be in inches or metric measurements. You can of course cut on this mat, but there are more uses for this tool. You can also use this versatile glass cutting mat as a paint and blending pallet or while working with hot glue. A bone folder is a tool that you need to create perfect folds on almost every paper project that you do.

It is a dull-edged hand tool used to fold and crease material in crafts that require a sharp crease or fold. There are two kinds of bone folders.

The older ones are actually made of animal bones. Many now are made of plastic. It has two ends. One is narrowed to a soft point.