Category: Crafting

What’s the best hot glue gun? We tried out several brands, using hot glue for items like wood, glass and metal. And then we tried low temperature glue for fabric, jewelry and floral crafts. What was easiest to use? Fastest to heat up? Offered dual temperature option? Here are the ones we’d recommend.

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What are the best leather tools for beginners? As a gift? What about designs with rivets? We surveyed the leather crafter enthusiasts among our parent readers for their insights. Then we took these picks and did another five hours of research, comparing quality and features. Here are the top leather tools.

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What’s the best watercolor paper? We asked the experts—students and artists who do watercolor painting—for their favorites. We learned there are different grades of paper, as well as how the paper is bound (blocks, pads, sheets). Here are the watercolor papers we’d recommend.

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What are the best letter stencils? We tried out several stencil packs, from large to small letters, kid-friendly options and more. Here are the ones we’d recommend.

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What are the best silicone soap molds? We asked our parent readers who are DIY soap enthusiasts to share their favorite molds. Which work best for beginners? For botanicals? What about molds for melt-and-pour soap making? We tried out 11 different brands before deciding these are the best bets.

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What’s the best embroidery machine? We surveyed the parent readers of our books for their favorites. We learned that some folks liked combination sewing and embroidery machines . . . and that embroidery can become very addictive! Today’s embroidery machines are easy to use, enabling you to create monogrammed gifts, custom patches and more. We took our reader suggestions and then did 9 more hours of research, comparing features and quality. Here are the embroidery machines we’d recommend.

FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. To keep things independent, we don’t take money or freebies from brands we review! Our work is 100% reader-supported!