7 MUST Try Embellishments To Make Your Projects WOW!

[@FlowerGemsGirl]

Great tips and products! I just ordered a set of the color PoPs and I can’t wait to try these ideas. My favorite (and cheap) embellishment is my mini glue gun using glitter or colored glue sticks. I can make “wax seals” or even draw shapes with it on waxed paper. Then I just pop them off and use them with a dab of regular glue to hold them down. I made spiderwebs with black glue sticks, and lollipops with bright color sticks. The glue sticks are everywhere- Walmarts, hobby stores, Amazon, AliExpress. Love this mini series of videos! TFS!

[@marypolancodesigns]

I am so going to try this technique! I love it. And let me know what you think about the pops of color they truly are my favorite

[@michelemenard8364]

Oh that sounds fun. I will have to look for colored glue sticks, I did not know they existed! Lol. Thanks for sharing.

[@carolbatchelor5855]

Great ideas! I need to make a bunch of these so I'll have them handy when I need a quick card.

[@99zanne]

You can also sink a rubber stamp into the melted glue and when cooled pull out for an impression in the glue. I use black a lot and add stickles to the impression and rub’n’buff to the top of the glue. U can glue in glitter and tiny beads and charms, too. I usually do that on scrap cardboard and then glue the finished piece to my cards.

[@lindafowler8658]

Hey there, I don’t know if you check all of your comments but I have just found you! I have enjoyed all of the videos of yours that I have watched so far and I am planning to watch all of them! Thank you so much for all of your crafty ideas, your dollar tree hacks, just everything! It is so appreciated that you care enough to share all the information that you do! God bless you!

[@marypolancodesigns]

I do! I check all my comments. Oh you just made my week, thank you for taking the time for me like that. I appreciate it more than you know. And THANK you for hanging out with me.

[@RinasAMaker]

Agreed 💯! I once painted a peacock die cut with Nuvo drops and it was so pretty. For the white gel pen and clear gloss, I put my gel pen on top of the gloss when it’s finished drying. Just to help with the 3D look. TFS! 😊

[@marypolancodesigns]

WHAT WHAT WHAT??? Never thought of that...genius!

[@michelemenard8364]

Great idea!!!

[@surgicaltechcrafter2169]

My go to for every card I make is my wink of stella. When I write in my cards I go over it with my wink of Stella. I have had so many compliments. Glossy accent is my second favorite product. A girl can never have to many Stickles and embossing powders. My crafting is all about the SPARKLE.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Love that! And I concur completely! LOL

[@sarahmartini13]

What pen do you use when you with wink of Stella over it? Tia 😊

[@surgicaltechcrafter2169]

@@sarahmartini13 if I write with my cricut pens without glitter I will just trace over it, if I do a print then cut for big bold sentiments I trace over those too. The shimmer is just beautiful.

[@deidrewiza3776]

I wish I were this creative.

[@marypolancodesigns]

You absolutely are this creative! Sometimes I just have to sit with my products and just think about all the uses I could use instead of just what others have shown me. Give that a try

[@anneslinger2189]

Another way I like to use crystal/clear glaze: i will punch small circles out of cardstock scraps and add the glaze on top. Then I have custom "enamel" dots that perfectly match my project.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh that's just brilliant! YES

[@harriettezmalloy7182]

That’s a fantastic idea!!

[@momofschnauzers]

Thanks for taking the time to demonstrate and share these great ideas. Whether a seasoned card maker or a beginner, there are ideas for everyone.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much for this! I really appreciate it and I was hoping it would be good for all levels. It certainly was a great reminder for me even when I was editing the video

[@epowell4211]

Only thing I noticed missing was any type of string/thread/ribbon. I have a dozen or more spools of vintage silk thread from my great grandmother that I often use to add a little something, and ribbons can add so much. Great video! Loved that you showed different ways to use stuff. I have a snow pen, but really didn't think about using it for anything but snow lol

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh yes I love those additions to my projects As well

[@debbievangurp8166]

Such great tips, but my favourite was the trees at the end. Those were pure magic.

[@marypolancodesigns]

YAY! Thanks so much; I love them too

[@joybland5072]

Pops of Color are my favorites also. I also love love love Simon Hurleys Lunar Paste! My favorite white pen are the Arteza ones. Several sizes. Thank you for this awesome video. Love to watch you and I learn a lot from you.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you for sharing all this. It's so helpful to hear what others favorites are

[@gerilynne1955]

That foam/snow pen is really fun for added accents. Now I want one/need one. Lol

[@marypolancodesigns]

Hahaha oh i love that thing, but you can tell that I'm sure!

[@Jancass5]

I made a list of these. I have almost all of the products already, but never remember to use them! So, thanks!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for letting me know. :)

[@stephanieloughead4479]

Your cards are beautiful. I love all the embellishments that you used.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that so much

[@lynnlohne6578]

These are great ideas. I remember stickles from years ago, they really were a thing. But I always seemed to smear it on my project. I'll have to try them again, now that I'm a mature, more disciplined crafter! That's funny. I did use some little clay embellishment's from Queen & company on holidays cars, peppermints & snowmen, that might be my new favorite. I will have to try some of these products with stencils, such a good idea. TFS

[@marypolancodesigns]

Lol I love that now that you're a more mature crafter! I'm still waiting to mature

[@luv_paper_ribbon]

Thank you Mary. I'm always amazed of how other people use the products most of us have. Love the idea of using the whiteout pen for snow. Who knew?!! I did order the Penny Platypus stamp and die set. It's on the retiring list on Honey Bee and on sale price. Yay me!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Woot woot! I saw that but not until after I posted this video so I tried to share the sale as fast as I could!

[@terrymedina501]

You have made such beautiful cards! They all are wonderful techniques. The easiest for me would be the pops spread across the card. ❤️ Thank you for sharing!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!

[@denisejames855]

I've learnt some new tricks from your video. Thank you

[@marypolancodesigns]

Yay!! I love hearing that so much

[@tonikinney40]

You are so talented, I love the glaze and rainbow 🌈.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh thank you for this! YAY so glad you liked it

[@starrrichardson17]

This was my first time watching. I like your crafting space. Thanks for the ideas.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thanks for watching! And thank you so much for being here!

[@innar6757]

Very nice tutorial - interesting, informative, hands-on illustrative, and so much fun! It was very easy to follow- not too fast and not too slow. Nicely done!

[@marypolancodesigns]

WOW thanks so much for taking the time to provide me this feedback; it is so helpful!

[@anniekempton9193]

Huh! Never thought of using my snow marker for other stuff, but u gave me a bunch of ideas!! Thanks soooooo much for sharing 😀

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome!

[@joeycarter2678]

This is an excellent video. Often people talk about their favorite things but don't demonstrate what they do. If I've never heard of that particular product them just showing it in the video doesn't really cut it. In a recent video the lady said she loved her Imagine, and I still have no idea what that it is or does. Also love that she shows more than one way to use the product.

[@marypolancodesigns]

I'm so glad that the details were helpful for you. Thank you so much for letting me know!

[@taylorjudi]

They all look like fun. I like my Wink of Stella pen.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Yes indeed, love Stella!

[@cherij9008]

Mary, this was awesome!! Never thought to use the Pops through a stencil. BTW, love your new intro! Happy retirement!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh thank you for noticing the new intro! I thought it was a little bit more upbeat and fun

[@lindagorun4161]

Love all the different possibilities one product can offer! I love how you think outside the box! Your cards and coloring examples are truly stunning! Thank you 😊

[@marypolancodesigns]

Wow thank you so much for the color and compliment! I think I always 2nd guess that but I really appreciate you saying it

[@suemichaels8867]

We share some favorites. I LOVE Color Pops. They are consistent in the way they perform and the colors (especially the pearlized ones) are absolutely dreamy. I also love Stickles - nothing adds a Christmas touch like Stickles. Have also added many "stitches" and accents with a white Gelly Roll pen. Another favorite of mine is Wink of Stella which adds just the right amount of shimmer. Thanks for the demos - I never thought about using white out, and didn't know snow pens existed - another addition to my shopping list.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Sue, we DO share some favorites. Those stickles I'll tell ya at the holidays. They are my FAVORITE!!! lol

[@RAMuradin]

So glad I found this video in September of 2022. The platypus is my favorite animal and that stamp is just adorable. I hopped over to the Honey Bee site to look at it to discover it's being retired. I ordered that set and 3 others that were also on the way out and I'm so happy! Thank you! The other recommendations are wonderful as well and I've added a few of them to my ever-growing craft wishlist. As the saying goes, I'm not just a crafter, I'm a collector of craft supplies. 😀👍

[@marypolancodesigns]

Hahaha...Absolutely; I'm not just here to actually MAKE stuff. LOL Thanks so much

[@JamieBeeReseller]

Enjoy! Ty! Just starting out!

[@marypolancodesigns]

YAY! Welcome! You'll have a blast

[@laurenbutler3452]

Sequins and flat back pearls seem to make their way onto many of my cards!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh yes for sure; I have those as well! Just got some new ones in actually

[@andrealavigne7824]

I can't say it's a favorite, per se, just because I don't do it all the time, but one thing I like to do sometimes is stitch on cards & scrapbook layouts. Whether I use my sewing machine or do it by hand depends on the project & how precise I need to be. Thank you for sharing these products & different techniques to use with them. I have never thought of icicles from Stickles! I hope the year has gotten off to a good start for you, & that you're enjoying retirement. Kind of slow & a bit dull for me, but I credit at least part of that to my depression. Sigh! Though I did manage to make 28 Valentine's cards over the past couple of weeks to donate to Send a Smile 4 Kids, which serves children who are inpatients in children's hospitals, so I guess that's something. Anyway, thank you again for sharing. Take care, & have a wonderful day! :)

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much for sharing; I would love to stitch on my cards I'll have to try it. You should feel so great about spreading that kind of love out to the world; wow! I need to do something like that. It usually helps me mentally.

[@carolbatchelor5855]

These are such great ideas! Now I need some Stickles too! (We can never have enough crafting tools!) Thanks for sharing!

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome! So so fun!

[@carolcain1538]

Oh my gosh I just love watching your videos! I'm literally watching one after the other. ♥️

[@marypolancodesigns]

Yay! Thank you! That's the greatest compliment! Thank you so very much!

[@vetasharp780]

Great ideas for supplies I have on hand. Thanks for the ideas.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much! YAY

[@dianalama1591]

I’m going to purchase some of the Pops of Color!!! I’ve got many Nuvo Drops but will give these others a try. THankYou for the inspiration.

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome! I do love them!

[@MargeWakeling]

Great ideas; love your videos!

[@KDubTwin2]

Never thought about using the Nuvo drops for coloring things in. I get them in the Tonic Craft Kits. Thank you for the inspiration!!

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are most welcome! I am so glad it was helpful

[@rosacaban9708]

Thanks Mary, great video as usual. So many possibilities, can’t wait to try them all. And by the way thank you for the video on black inks. You helped me find the blackest, juiciest, archival, alcohol ink friendly and fast drying ink pad-My Favorite Things Extreme Black Ink. I loved how you stamped with them and how you showed how dark and thick the images looked. I had been searching for a good rich ink, my new all time favorite for sure. 😊

[@marypolancodesigns]

Yay!!! I'm so happy to know that it was helpful! Thank you

[@bjsmoker]

I LOVE THIS VIDEO! My fav was the Nuevo drops used like the rain box on the paper. But so many great ideas! My problem is I need videos to help me think OUTSIDE THE BOX! LOL THANK YOU FOR A GREAT VIDEO!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much. Videos are just your creative juice joggers. I use them for inspiration all the time. YAY!

[@DoodleDragon4U]

These embellishments are so cool!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so very much!

[@wordscrafter]

The windshield, 🤦‍♀️! I never thought of that! Duh! Penny the platypus!!!! I have a stickles problem, but - icicles!!! Again, never thought of that! Thanks so much for all the great ideas! I've been buying the nail art shapes, like hearts and snowflakes....they're inexpensive and great in shakers, plus they're great when you just need small embellies on a card. They compliment other embellishments really well. Amazon has lots. Again, thanks for this! ❤❤❤

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thanks so much for sharing all of this! Penny is retiring actually and was 50% off last time I linked it

[@dorothykovak4900]

Wow, very different, useful and informative video! So many ideas and techniques I’ve never seen before. I’m excited to try some of them. Thanks very much for sharing.

[@marypolancodesigns]

It was my pleasure thanks so much!

[@Melodypodrasky]

Love your ideas for the different uses of the products!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thanks so much!

[@elisabassett7855]

Ohh! Snow marker!?! Ordering! I love this video to show these various items... I 'm new to this fun!

[@marypolancodesigns]

YAY! Welcome to the fun! It is my go to therapy! lol

[@peniandrews165]

wow, I love all your choices, I have some of these and need to bring them out and use them, thanks

[@marypolancodesigns]

I'm so glad this was a good reminder go have fun

[@smply4you]

Great video and good advice Mary. Thank you :)

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome! Thank you!

[@pamelaktay]

THANK YOU for sharing your ideas...many of which are ones I used to do many years ago but have gotten away from. You have encouraged me to dig out my "tiny bottles"

[@marypolancodesigns]

Woot woot...dig em out! love that have fun!

[@carolstella6776]

You can make your own shimmer pen by filling an aqua pen with shimmer spray! I make my own shimmer spray by mixing a small amount (about 1/8 teaspoon to 4 oz.) of pearl colored (or silver or gold) acrylic craft paint into rubbing alcohol. Works like a charm and doesn’t come off because the paint has a binder in it. I mix it in a spray bottle to use on larger areas or to make my own shimmer card stock. You can also put it in a container and just paint it on with a brush. Happy crafting!❤️

[@marypolancodesigns]

That's great to know thank you so so much!

[@espyperez5734]

Great ideas!! Thank you so much!🙏🏻😃

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome!

[@susanlong993]

Hi Mary, I love all these great ideas. Can you tell me which stencil you used for the Christmas tree? It is beautiful.

[@wayfaringpanda2936]

Great video. I like a lot of these products also. I got the snow marker, but haven't used it yet.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh it's so so so fun! YES! I love my snow marker

[@lisad.3247]

I love all of these ideas you demoed Mary! I will have to try them all. Thanks for sharing these wonderful ideas you have. 🩷 💜 🩵

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome!

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome!

[@oceandreamer1958]

Great ideas, Mary! I always learn something new, even after over 25 years of card making!

[@marypolancodesigns]

I DO TOO! I love that about you! We never stop learning. THank you so much Debbie

[@JoanOrloffDK]

Great must try embellishments video 🥰 I love the way you use your embellishments. I use glossy accent most of all, I have a snow pen, but I haven't tried it yet 🙃 ❤ thanks for sharing and happy crafting Hugs xx

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh yes that is my fave! Thanks so much Joan

[@kerriegood1046]

Nice job, glad to see many products and their uses- other than gems. Have a great weekend.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thanks so much Kerrie I really appreciate this.

[@Pebblesmas]

Thx, love your cards and ideas thx 4 sharing

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thanks so much!

[@laurenbutler3452]

Awesome! Love the Stickles.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much!

[@MsShanarun]

Thanks for making this video. A fab reminder that the extra step is worth it! (And way more fun!)

[@marypolancodesigns]

Absolutely! Thank you so much!

[@sigpug]

Great ideas, thanks for sharing them.

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome!

[@teresawyeth6746]

If you use the clear nail polish from dollar tree it usually takes 2 coats to get the shiny effect

[@marypolancodesigns]

Great to know thank you so much

[@mkmousej6745]

this was a fun and very helpful video. thanks!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Glad it was helpful! and my pleasure!

[@jeannethompson5564]

Thanks for the video! I use most of the items you listed as well as peel off strips.

[@marypolancodesigns]

I haven't used them but need to! Thanks Jeanne!

[@chicachatzis]

excellent video!! 💜 I only use glossy accents. I have never gotten any of the other products you mentioned.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Love me some glossy accents so much

[@geegee8675]

🥰 i like everything on your list for embellishments. I do also like rhinestones for my embellishment as well. Tyfs🥰

[@marypolancodesigns]

OH YES, there is a whole other section of embellishments I didn't even cover...GEMS! Lol

[@CynthiaMartinez-to4fy]

Great video with such amazing ideas. Sorry if I missed it, but I am interested in seeing the how you created those squares you outlined with white, @2:12. Thanks.

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thanks so much, here is the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qn2ypZmalN98gbs

[@CynthiaMartinez-to4fy]

@@marypolancodesigns Thank you!

[@karenneal6561]

I recently found slime add ins, not really sure what to call them but they are great as shaker goodies and are so much cheaper than store bought ones. They come in a variety of styles and designs. I bought them at a local handmade pop up shop near me. I'll have to see if I can find more of them online somewhere....

[@marypolancodesigns]

oooh I want to know more! Sounds interesting!

[@scubajenn5]

I've been wondering how the pops of color were!! Mary to the rescue!! ❤

[@marypolancodesigns]

YAY so happy it was helpful!

[@michelegourd5742]

Thanks Mary,!!! This was a awesome video!! I love stickles and glitter pen!! Anything glitter!!!!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much! Oh yes anything glitter

[@CrazyCrafter821]

I stumbled on Shimmer Powders from Tonic. Now I own the whole set - they are amazing!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh yes those are awesome.

[@olivia8979]

Thanks for this video! I have bought quite a few of the products and/or types of products you demonstrated, but I rarely if ever use them. I am getting some of them out today!

[@marypolancodesigns]

YAY! That makes my heart sing, yes get them out!

[@cynthia1048]

Awesome video just started watching you and will keep watching I learned a lot thank you 😊

[@lisaloiselle4562]

I recently discovered Pops of Color and love them! Thanks for the great ideas.

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome! My pleasure!

[@chaselip]

Good to know as I have some of these items that came in kits that I didn't really know what to do with them. Well now I know thanks to you. Thanks for this very interesting video💓💓💓

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much for this comment I really appreciate it! I'm so glad that it was enjoyable

[@stamperssecret5379]

Hi. It’s Deb from dallas. Great ideas for using all these products. I need to start using all these products to add details. I’m not good at thinking about details. What a difference though!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much! I love them so much, such a great added touch

[@sunnyhughes3373]

Such helpful tips. Thank you Mary.

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome!

[@triciakaplan5201]

Great ideas!! Wow! Thank you!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh thank you so much that's so kind!

[@MareeForman]

I love all of your examples. Very creative. TFS 💕💕💕

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh thank you so much!

[@michelemenard8364]

Thank you Mary. Great ideas. Love wink of stella and have even made my own variations.

[@marypolancodesigns]

You are so welcome! and I love that too, so pretty!

[@KellieMarie33]

I have used nuvo drops for dotting ornaments. I’m just getting into using embellishments. It’s been fun using up my stashes. 💜💜💜

[@marypolancodesigns]

I agree completely! When I start to pull out stuff I haven't used in a while it just makes me so happy

[@pamspicer97]

Love all these great tips!! Tfs

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thanks so much! YAY

[@justme5544]

Awesome ideas! Thanks for sharing!

[@marypolancodesigns]

My pleasure thanks so much!

[@roxanneklinger3828]

Awesome video.

[@marypolancodesigns]

YAY thanks for letting me know that!

[@jennifersmith9344]

Thanks for the great ideas!

[@marypolancodesigns]

My pleasure!!!

[@DancesWifHooves]

Great video, Mary! I love the Wink of Stella glitter brush pen, too, but I find myself reaching most often for my Gelly Roll Glitter Pen... I can add just the slightest hint of sparkle just where I need it and get the impact I'm going for - give it a try!!!!

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh yes gotta have it, all the sparkle! I do have one of those as well. I have problems. haha

[@tinameredith8548]

I want to see more about POPs of Color.

[@marypolancodesigns]

YAY! I have a video for you then: kzbin.info/www/bejne/roWnh4tuhZygedk

[@ilind2021]

TFS I love sticklers, wiki Stella and right now going to order nuvo glaze, oh 💕 your coloring and your crafty work.☺️

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thanks so much 😊 That's such a nice compliment!

[@wendywilson1736]

All neat ideas! But, I'm just using what I have, and trying not to fall in the trap of buying everything other folks say I Need to buy. 😏 I have white gel pens, and a white out pen, so I will make those do. Thanks!

[@marypolancodesigns]

That's a great idea! Good for you; you do not need it all in my opinion, only what works for your craft.

[@norinemueller4588]

Great tips thank you

[@marypolancodesigns]

Oh thank you so so much

[@neliparadon8590]

You showed me good ideas

[@marypolancodesigns]

Awesome, thanks so much for letting me know!

[@emmkaa2099]

Hi Mary 🙋‍♀️. I've been watching your vids for several months now and even tho I make junk journals I have learned lots of cool stuff watching you. I have a question - or maybe I missed something - I stopped the vid a few minutes in to go stamp squares on black cardstock and outline with my white gel pen but it didn't work out so well... the inks I used were Distress Inks by Ranger and showed no color, then the white "stitches" didn't show up on the ink stamped squares either (but it was great on the black paper. What'm I doing or not doing? 🤷‍♀️ Be gentle with me when you say, "Uh... HELLO!!" 🤦‍♀️ 😳🥺 😁🤣 I will tell you the whole affair looks GREAT on white with black pen! Thank in advance. Smiles from the southern California desert, MK 😀 🏜

[@marypolancodesigns]

I love this so much!! Ok so I outlined them in pencil but colored them in with metallic watercolor. That might be the difference.

[@emmkaa2099]

@@marypolancodesigns Wonderful, thanks Mary, I'll give it a try. 😁

[@donnaokoniewski3761]

Great video Mary! Thank you so much. xo

[@marypolancodesigns]

My pleasure thank you so much Donna

[@Helen3691]

Fun! Love the 🌈

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much I'm here for the rainbows

[@oliviatoscano]

Could you add that glaze to a paint and get that 3d effect as well?

[@marypolancodesigns]

I suppose but I've never tried. I will have to give that a go for sure

[@bonniegierach5027]

Amazing

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you

[@sheilagraber5577]

Great ideas. Love this video ❤️

[@marypolancodesigns]

Thank you so much I really appreciate it Sheila

[@911512ful]

Thanks for the ideas 👍😊

[@marypolancodesigns]

My pleasure 😊

[@caroleanderson1106]

These tips are amazing! I have the Nuvo Drops, but haven't used them much. I wanted to make enamel dots on acetate, but they spread out too much. Maybe I didn't do it right. Thank you, Mary!

[@marypolancodesigns]

I've never tried them on acetate but it also might have something to do with the temperature. Try making them on a silicone sheet, let them harden and then glue them to your projects. That might help.

[@maryjones107]

Thanks you

[@marycollier1293]

Thank you for these great tips. I have a lot of stickles but no pops of color. Can I use stickles like pops of color?

[@marypolancodesigns]

I find the stickles don't make round drops but ny other technique, yes

[@JudyB-tw2bp]

If you swatch them on black card stock they are different coolours

[@marypolancodesigns]

AWESOME! Thank you

[@vickiweiss2516]

Hi Mary. So why do you like the Pops of color over the Nuvo drops??

[@marypolancodesigns]

I've always had problems with the consistency of the Nuvo drops, like they were harder coming out. The Pops remind me of warmed up icing.