NEW Tool + Helpful Tips [and a Reminder!]

Please forgive the not-so-great-voice-over... but I am hoping these tips are helpful! And remember - these grip mats are not SUPER sticky to paper, but rather very sticky with things that are smooth like glass or stencils.
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• Waffle Flower Postage Collage Die
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• Waffle Flower Inside Sentiments Christmas Stamps
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• Waffle Flower Mini Stencil Mat
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[@jennifermcguireink]

If you are curious how this compares to a gel press, it is different. Here is info:

[@helenemarshall7207]

you are hilarious! I love the little bits on the floor! I only recently gave myself permission to allow bits to drop on my craft room floor. Not going back!

[@michellesteacy1177]

Jennifer, I not only watch your videos because you’re so talented and explain things so well, but you are so extremely kind! Thank you for another great video!

[@tracylee4442]

Companies coming out with new products or tweaking old products is also important for innovation. Otherwise there would be no improvements. I love the analogy you make with cars and the grocery store. And we may not want to buy a particular product today, but maybe down the road we will buy the next version. Or a hybrid version.

[@kykategray]

I appreciate you showing all of the new things. This video gave me an idea to try another product I have, but had long forgotten. It’s unfortunate that people feel that it is okay to post negative comments, saying things I’m sure they would never to a person’s face (although some would, I’m sure). Sadly, the amount of negativity is something I have noticed more and more lately. You handle that sort of thing with kindness and grace and it’s a beautiful thing.

[@MayholicDesign]

I really enjoyed watching your video during my lunch break. Yay for another amazing tool! I'm seeing lots of uses for Grip Mats for my MISTIs! Kudos to Nina!!! I'm a big fan of Postage Collage from Waffle Flower Crafts, and your ways of using it were brilliant! I really appreciate your supporting small businesses, especially those who keep trying to bring out innovative products for crafters. We are so lucky to have you in this papercrafting industry. Love you!

[@lindalanges7058]

Totally agree and thought you spoke very well Jennifer with relation to the new products that companies are always coming out with. It amazes me that it frustrates people so much. That's life. No one forces you to buy them all. Pick and choose - that's the joy of it and it's just one of the things I love about paper crafting😍

[@taniab2018]

This video is very informative & I appreciate the kind way you addressed the issue of folks being overwhelmed by all the 'new' stuff. I also got the 8.5x6.5 mat. One thing you didn't mention is that even with the same type of product category, some work better for people than others. I've got a disability (wheelchair user, with a bit of dexterity issues in my hands) There are some blending brushes I find really difficult to hold. I can't manage the Tim Holtz glass mat; it's too big & too heavy. And as much as I want a glimmer machine, I am not going to get one until I can try it out & see if I can manage the plate & not put myself at risk of burning myself. Just some examples! Not every tool is for everyone.

[@Wendyrocler]

I feel quite brilliant because after watching a few videos from the Waffle Flower channel, I ordered the 8.5”x6.5” sticky mat plus the Christmas stencils and postage stamp dies. Now I know I made the right choice after devouring this very informative video. Thanks so much for all the testing you do, behind the scenes, with new products before you demo them for us.🥰

[@ashwrong6144]

I had all but given up on paper crafting after being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (in my hands and wrist mostly) in 2016 but thanks to all of the tools that make things easier for us crafters with limitations, I am back to crafting all the time! I own many Waffle Flower tools and they are top notch, along with all of their products. Something as simple as grip, which I no longer have, can keep me crafting for hours. Thank you!

[@lauravance8261]

I like that most of there products are made in the U.S.A. I feel it’s very very important to purchase all items made in our country. If we want to keep our stores open and our country going buy American.

[@lisafoster7949]

Oh I am LOVING these grip mats! What I love the most is that they aren't disposable... just use it over and over with just a quick clean in between! Thanks Jennifer! I always appreciate that you show us new products! Even if it's not a product I need or want, It's still fun to see what's out there and how it works! :)

[@mkmousej6745]

I can relate to this emotion about the new tool pain - but we want companies to keep trying to find us better ways to craft so we can be more efficient and get great results. Sometimes it takes baby steps to get to a better place and we are along for the ride. When money is tight I focus on tools that will enhance the way I personally craft and not worry about having a new tool that will get very little use. What I do resent though is when an already existing item comes out marketed as a "stamping tool" and then the price is increased when it is marketed to crafters - for example make up brushes. I did not find brushes labeled for stamping to be better than generic make up brushes but the pricing was considerably higher when they were first introduced.

[@debbiep4007]

I don't have a grip mat like this...i do have other sticky mats but i find them a bit too sticky (and my cards end up all bendy) so I really like the look of this and these gorgeous stencils etc. Sadly, such is the power of Jennifer, that they've all sold out before I even saw the video!!! I hope they'll come back soon! Thank you for all the useful info and guidance.😊

[@donnatownsend5599]

Thank you so very much for sharing your thoughts,techniques and ideas for these great products. I have been following you for a very long time and I appreciate your honesty and integrity. You are a fantastic teacher and l have learned so much from you. I agree with everything you said about reviewing products and giving love to small businesses Please continue to do what you do. I believe it is needed and I also believe you are one of the best to continue educating. A giant hug 🫂 to you Jennifer. Be well and take care.

[@sherir4462]

Hi Jennifer! I so love your wit, humor and good old fashioned common sense! People don't have to purchase if they don't want to, but this is exactly what I've been hoping for! I also LOVE that you can throw a sticky mat on top of the Grip Mat (in the coordinating correct size Misti) and it holds the sticky mat still! It drove me crazy that my sticky mat jumped around ever so slightly! I bought a couple sizes of these Waffle Flower Grip Mats because with my neuropathy, I need all the help I can get holding things still! Hugs to you from MN!

[@AnnetteGreen]

Thank you for this very thorough walk-through of this new product line. I appreciate you using the word grip rather than sticky and being very clear that there are times when you may need additional tape or a magnet to use this.

[@lisasisneros8200]

It can be overwhelming all the new products that are coming out, especially the unique tools that are new to the market. For us long time crafters it can feel like they keep reinventing the wheel, but we have to remember there are new people coming into the craft and stamping world that have never seen these things and are needing tools and products to get started. I still use some of my older tools that have good use left in them and don’t purchase new stuff until i have a need. It’s hard though, because all these products are so compelling and it’s hard to choose! Thanks for helping us navigate the industry with helpful insight and your ingenious engineering mind!

[@kimcarlisle1510]

You are so good with words! You always give us the pros for getting a new product AND options we have on hand that might serve the same purpose until we want to try the new ones or have the option to splurge. You are an angel to the industry and us your students! Thank you so so much.

[@ppatel399]

Hey Jennifer! Love your videos! I agree about supporting small businesses. If people aren't sure if they prefer this type of stenciling over tape/magnets, I would encourage them to try this method with their gel plates and then buy the mat. I got the same results with the gel plate and have been doing it since the stamp wheel mat and gives me a reason to use the leftover ink for smooshing. Hope it's ok to share this on your comments.