10 Crafting Supplies Every DIYer Needs in Their At-Home Arsenal

2022-03-12 06:19:49 By : Mr. YL Sales Team

Stock up on these versatile art essentials before your next big project.

You know the feeling: You’ve gotten into a groove on your latest project, only to realize mid-craft that you’re missing…something. Or that subpar supplies—dull scissors, gloppy glue, lackluster paper—are derailing your DIY.

Avoid an imminent crafting crisis with a tool kit that’s stocked for all kinds of creative pursuits. It’s a task you can tackle in one stop at HSN, which carries anything and everything you might need, from the pretty to the practical, all at amazing prices. Here, 10 must-haves to keep on hand.

Double-sided sheets of colorful craft paper (one side is patterned, the other solid) provide tons of potential. You can create homemade cards, gift tags, scrapbooks, paper decorations, and more with this sturdy staple. Housed in an easy-to-flip-through pad, pull out what you want and easily store the rest.

No kit is complete without the crafting classic, Mod Podge, the water-based sealant that imparts a glossy finish. It's a must if you’re decoupaging anything from a wood storage bin to Easter eggs to faux stained glass.

A great option for beginners, polymer clay is extremely versatile and easy to mold, plus you only need your oven to cure it—no kiln required. Make small figurines, accent pieces for a larger project like a wall hanging or a wind chime, or custom jewelry. This all-in-one kit includes everything you need to create wearables, including silicone molds, shaping tools, and clasps.

Handle tiny detail cuts with ease using this retractable blade (three blades, to be exact!). Not only will this tool slice through cardstock, but it will also make quick work of chipboard (a thicker pressed paperboard, similar to cardboard), and polymer clay too.

The sky’s the limit when you use the Cricut Maker, a workhorse that automates cutting, embossing, engraving, and drawing on a slew of materials, including paper, leather, fabric, wood, and even aluminum sheets. With 100 ready-to-make projects and materials included, this kit comes with vinyl, transfer tap, gel pens, and cardstock—all you need is a little creativity and this machine does the rest.

Say goodbye to crooked cuts forever. This large craft guillotine works for jobs up to 13-by-13-inch paper, cardstock, tissue paper, ribbon, and more, ensuring a crisp, straight line every time.

Small but mighty, this heat transfer tool makes it easy to customize clothing, hats, stuffed animals, and other fabric items. Its size is a strength, allowing it to squeeze between buttons and seams.

So much more than string, these colorful skeins are ideal for needlepoint or cross stitch work. If you want to think outside the spool, this floss also adds playful accent colors to wall hangings, jewelry, homemade pillowcases, woven rope baskets, and other projects.

Smaller versions of the standard-size tools, this three-piece set is ideal for intricate projects like jewelry or holiday wreaths that require a delicate touch. The set includes nose pliers, round nose pliers, and side cutters.

Don’t get caught without a card on the next occasion—with this kit, you can whip up one of your own. The set includes die cuts, cardstock, and 200 embellishments like paper lilacs, cabbage roses, metallic balloons, and more for a pro-level look, plus the thoughtfulness of a homemade card.