Crafter's Companion Precious Memories Waterfall Card Dies Review Tutorial!

[@shennahull2183]

Oh wow !! That was so fun ..I wonder how to do this by hand ..I'm going to watch this again, fun paper party !! Have a Beautiful Blessed Day

[@VianneyCreates]

TY, Shenna! There are tons of tutorials on making waterfall cards by hand. I had one, but went away with the old channel. It takes some work, but not too difficult.

[@shennahull2183]

@@VianneyCreates your so sweet thank you I appreciate it, 🙂🙂🙂

[@cdliteistubing]

Enjoying your videos so much. I think you and I have bought several products probably at the same time. Gotta love launches. lol. Love how you keep it real. I feel like we would've had fun crafting together if I had met you when I lived in Cali. Looking forward to more videos from you. Thank you for sharing your experiences with products and keeping it real.

[@VianneyCreates]

That's so nice of you to say!! Thanks!

[@carolinagrijalva9618]

Thank you for your tutorials. You are so creative you inspire me.

[@VianneyCreates]

Oh, wow, that's so kind! Thank you!

[@maryjaneromero8734]

Thanks for these tutorials. I've become dependent on your tutorials to give me a common-sense way of doing my projects. If there are pitfalls along the way, you point them out for us. Love your channel. Keep 'em coming.

[@VianneyCreates]

Yes! That is my highest compliment. TY so much. Sometimes people tell me I talk too much (true) but I like to point out "pitfalls" as you say and give as many tips as I can. (:

[@lesas5483]

Thanks for this tutorial. I just got this kit and have been working though it. You’re right, it is a little scary at first! I think the thicker Cardstock works better as it’s more durable than the thinner stuff. Thanks again. Going to look for more of your tutorials on this set.

[@VianneyCreates]

Glad it was helpful! Unfortunately, I did return this series of dies, it just wasn't for me....but I think I still have a few videos on them. TYSM!

[@lesas5483]

@@VianneyCreates I understand. I love the whole series but just recently discovered it. Don’t know how I missed it for a whole year?! Your tutorial was vey helpful. Thank you so much!

[@pamelareeves8759]

TFS. Love watching you demonstrations. They reaallly help. Love your channel and your videos. Have a crafty day.

[@VianneyCreates]

That's so kind, thank you so very much!!

[@upsong1]

Thanks Vianny! This tutorial helped me a lot. I’m making my third waterfall, and I watch this tutorial each time.🤣 I would love for you to share some ideas for that zipper piece! I’m anxious to use it! Thanks!

[@ChristinaFurnerWebber]

I know this precious memory stuff is old news but I have to say THANK YOU for putting these tutorials out. I’d really like to see how to decorate 😬 lol?? So many parts, so overwhelming 😩 for me. Anyway I discovered your channel through Crafter’s Companion chat. They should make you an ambassador! No, really!! Thank you so much for all of your help!

[@VianneyCreates]

Awww, that's really kind! TY! This set is a bit overwhelming...that's why I returned it. I like to make minis by hand anyway, so it just wasn't for me. A lot of people love it, though! I only have the few videos I made, so that's all the info I can offer. I'm sorry.

[@peacedovecreations2460]

Make a little chapstick pouch/box to use with the little zipper thingy.. Loved your tutorial.. I feel for you with your cold/sinuses, I have the same thing going on, hope you feel better soon. Thanks so much for sharing with us..

[@VianneyCreates]

That would be a super cute use for that die! Thank you, at first I thought it was a cold...and maybe it was, but it's over a week now and i think my allergies have kicked in. Especially with all of the fires out there and stuff.

[@peacedovecreations2460]

@@VianneyCreates ugh allergies suck. I hope you and your family are/and will be safe from the fires.. I couldn't imagine having fires burning around my neighborhood or town.. has to be very scary.

[@UsernameBarbF]

Thanks for your great video! I know you created it a long time ago but I'm just getting around to trying it. May I suggest a tip for your dies so they don't get stuck to your tripod? Go to a store like Harbor Freight or an auto supply store and buy a Magnetic Parts Tray. They are not expensive. They are heavily magnetized and can sit on your table. When you cut with your dies, just toss your "used" die into the tray, it will stick in there like glue! When you're project is done, or if you have to recut something, you'll know right where your dies are--when your project is done, just gather them all up and put them away. I was told that mechanics/builders use these trays to toss pulled bolts/screws, etc. into while they're working--auto workers often stick them to the hood of the vehicle they're working on. I chose the rectangular one over the round version. Here's a link to some at Harbor Freight but honestly, any auto supply store or probably even any woodworking place will have them: www.harborfreight.com/search?q=magnetic+trays I also photocopy the package of the dies and tape it onto a magnetized sheet (Best price is at hardware stores like Home Depot--buy magnetized vent covers and cut them to the size you need; they are so much cheaper and way stronger than the craft store version. www.homedepot.com/p/Frost-King-Magnetic-Vent-Covers-MC815/100345609 and if you buy 5 packages (I think) they're even cheaper. I almost forgot...I tape the photocopy of the dies to these magnetic sheets, that way, if II don't have a die sitting on top of it's photocopied image, I know I've misplaced a die. And if I find a loose die somewhere and don't know where it goes, I put it in that tray and eventually, I'll come across a die set missing it's die over it's image. I hope these tips are helpful!

[@lizmorris4966]

You make it look so easy just received my sets in the post. Today Good job 👍

[@VianneyCreates]

It is over complicated by all of the dies included. I was happy to see that only a few dies are actually needed to make the thing! (: Thank you!

[@Jimba01]

Good job! Yes.. I would like to see what can be done with the zipper die.. thanks for sharing!🤗🤗

[@VianneyCreates]

I'll keep that in mind, TY!!

[@darlenedesario2811]

Great job explaining the process involved. Tyfs

[@VianneyCreates]

Thank you! I tried to keep it clear and simple, I hope that helped.

[@libbyz.g.8411]

Hi VC , love your tutorials thanks so much 👍🏼

[@VianneyCreates]

Thanks so much!!

[@gr8fng]

Very helpful video thank you ... would love other die elements demonstrated please 🙏💝

[@VianneyCreates]

That's so kind, thank you! Unfortunately, I wasn't really a fan of this lineup and returned everything long ago.

[@gr8fng]

@@VianneyCreates thanks that feedback is good to know 😀

[@Jennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn-8]

@@gr8fng I'm looking for that too! I came upon this set and want to see what the rest of the dies do... have been searching all over KZbin. Have you found anything yet?

[@amourejones8201]

This is really neat because I've never seen one of these made before. I'm kind of sad I didn't get to see yours a long time ago that you posted. Thanks for sharing. Blessings.

[@VianneyCreates]

I know, I may make another tutorial on waterfall cards by hand. We will see! (: Thank you!

[@SH125]

Simple and cute!! Loved it!!

[@VianneyCreates]

Really easy, I was surprised!

[@colordivinecrafts4775]

Thanks for this tutorial. You made it so easy to follow. I am almost done with my samples.

[@diannbell2828]

Thanks for the demo. I’ve made waterfalls for mini albums in the past, just by measuring and assembling manually. I’m really torn about this entire album system. I love making mini albums. They really push my creativity. Having said that, there is something to be said for having all the components in one big set. I think my biggest hesitation is the fact that I’m limited to just one size using these dies 🤔. Something to think about. Again, thanks for breaking the process down for us. I really enjoy your videos!

[@VianneyCreates]

I'm with you. I don't know about getting the whole set. I like that it's all in one, but then all of the albums would be the same. I don't find making albums by hand super difficult, so it's not worth the current price tag. I'll bet if we hold tight, they will go down in price. However, Sara had announced that prices across her site will go up after the first of they year due to production costs, etc... /:

[@diannbell2828]

@@VianneyCreates I'll hold tight to birthday week 2020 to see what's left :)!

[@VianneyCreates]

LOL!! yes!

[@jeanheming]

good morning, did you see hsn now has this waterfall card in with their new memories mega kit??? so I guess im going to end up with it after all...I saw all the different pages they make and the auto ship looks great!!I watched saras video!!! I like making the little albums alot!!! Glad I didnt buy it before....

[@VianneyCreates]

Yes, I only chose to buy the waterfall because I wasn't sure that I wanted the whole kit. Have fun with it!!!

[@susansieracki4369]

Very cool. I was a bit intimidated of these but I'll have to put them on my wishlist. I'm putting a hold on ordering from CC until I get my next order. The last 3 orders have been either missing items or have had damaged items. Also all 3 of the last orders have had refunded items. That makes me begin to wonder what is going on. Its happening too often. Thanks for sharing!

[@nancern53]

Susan Sieracki wow, that stinks!

[@VianneyCreates]

Thank you. You know I always haul my orders, and before the last two there was ALWAYS something wrong. Missing items and items that weren't in the box because they were supposedly refunded...but weren't until I actually called them. I thought it was getting better! LOL! I will wait and see, I have 5 or 6 birthday orders coming in soon.

[@lizmartinez8070]

Thank you for sharing

[@VianneyCreates]

TY!

[@ginainspades8027]

I just learned yesterday that it’s called a speed bump and angling the paper so that the angle is not exactly parallel with the rollers helps avoid that. How often have you needed the full size Gemini? I’m trying to decide on it or the jr. Thanks!!

[@VianneyCreates]

LOL! I forgot about that "term" for this phenomenon...I remember hearing Stephanie Barnard saying it all the time. I'll have to remember angling them, if possible, next time. I need a larger machine like the Gemini whenever the dies are bigger than 6" wide and 8" long. I usually bring out the Empress then, though.

[@NessysSanctuary]

I know this is old but I have just started to use these dies and i have got myself into pickles of jars over this lol My waterfall is backwards my pages are not all the same lengths. should I go on but, I have never ever had so much fun with paper. So when I saw that you cut a page 4x12 it clicked, if I did all my pages doubled then they will be same sized all I would have to do is once glued put a fancy border around the end that has been folded over. Thanks

[@VianneyCreates]

LOL!! Yay! That is so great, happy to have helped!

[@jeanheming]

I have this in my cart to order but already have the tonic studio one called bouquets and banners,,,what Idont like about this one is its only 3 inches for each flip piece...can you tell me the size of the flip pieces with the c.c. die... thanks a bunch

[@VianneyCreates]

The larger mat is 3 1/4". So, not much bigger! (:

[@kendellsclasses]

You can add embellishments on each little flip so they are wider

[@jeanheming]

@@kendellsclasses thank you...glad I waited and didnt order then..I have now ordered the whole bundle to make the memory books with auto ship!!

[@SWTME0626]

Awesome tutorial Tfs Crafty hugs 🤗

[@VianneyCreates]

Awww, thanks so much!!

[@evelynvasquez5928]

Thanks for the demonstration on this.

[@VianneyCreates]

Happy to do it! TY!

[@creativecards4u]

That's not too bad. 🤔 Cool efforts! 👍🤩

[@VianneyCreates]

It was easier than I expected. All of those dies make it look difficult initially.

[@creativecards4u]

I'm going to order the set. It's too cute!!! Thanks 👍😊😇🌷

[@VianneyCreates]

Of all of the Precious Memories dies, I think this is the most functional set. It's lovely.

[@whiteedk]

This is a neat card

[@VianneyCreates]

I love that it worked well and looks so neat.

[@craftsnhaulswithlela]

Really neat great job!!

[@VianneyCreates]

Thanks so much!!

[@jeanheming]

the mini empress is up for sale now before midnight!!!

[@VianneyCreates]

Yes! I got mine ordered with an extra set of plates and a few other things with autoship that I was interested in. All done! I hope...

[@jeanheming]

@@VianneyCreates we know we are probably not!!!! lol done shopping

[@shirleydesrochers4947]

I like that I can see the glue, I am sight impaired, that would help?

[@VianneyCreates]

I'm sorry, I'm not sure what you mean. See the glue where?

[@MORTIM3R]

@@VianneyCreates I think she meant that she can see the light blue strip of glue runner you used.

[@denicespartz8804]

Thx bunches! Hugs

[@VianneyCreates]

TY!!

[@bmadives53]

Love this die, what the link to buy it?

[@VianneyCreates]

This video is pretty old, I'm not sure it's still available. I originally got it from HSN, you may be able to find it there or Craftstash or CC's site.

[@diannweier2489]

I can’t find the waterfall dies on HSN.... cute project

[@VianneyCreates]

Oops, I deleted my comment because I did find it on HSN...it's under "crafter's companion waterfall card dies" no mention of "precious memories." Hope that helps.

[@Passion4crafting]

Diann Weier type waterfall crafters

[@diannweier2489]

Passion4crafting found it thank you!!

[@shirleydesrochers4947]

Whats the tape runner were you using?

[@VianneyCreates]

Oh, ok, maybe I understand your other comment better. It's AdTech Dot Glue Runner, and I loooove that it's slightly tinted.

[@shirleydesrochers4947]

I would use the zipper thing on the back of an envelope to open the envelope.

[@VianneyCreates]

That would be cute!!

[@jeanheming]

thanks you made my decision easier!!! lol not buying it!!!

[@VianneyCreates]

LOL!! Happy to help!

[@gypsyaguilar6678]

I also decided not to buy. It's just not worth the money. Besides the basic pieces that are needed, the rest are redundant. I'm pretty sure many of us who have hundreds of dies have those pieces already