Ranking EVERY Card Making Product from BEST to WORST

[@jpbijaczyk]

I love that you do this honestly and with humor with younger crafters in mind. Refreshing and definitely entertaining. Yes, I am a firm believer that it is ALL subjective. What works for one and they love may not be at all the same for another. You really have to try things for yourself and form your own opinion. Thank you for being you! 😊❤

[@ralphtyndall]

Totally agree! Thanks for the kind words

[@annegozdowiak9458]

This is a great list for a new card maker when trying to decide what is a MUST HAVE to get started, and what can wait until they’ve decided to move forward. Yes, crafting is an expensive hobby, but with honest reviews like this, it is possible to contain costs. Thank you!

[@ralphtyndall]

I always tell newbies to go SLOW lol.

[@veroca140771]

I'm agree 100% with you, Ralph. i was reluctant to buy a Misty for the same reason that you implied, so instead i buy an Tim Holtz stamp platform in Europe. And I love it. Its a "Give to me Rachel" for me. Thanks for your honesty ❤ Greetings from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

[@sophiakelleher4952]

Honestly, I didn’t think I was going to watch the whole thing, but you’re so entertaining and at the same time you give us your honest opinion on the products you own. So, thank you for all that you do to keep us informed.

[@marybcreative]

I’m new to card marking and a lot of these items I now own because what I’ve seen in your videos, no regrets - your evaluations are spot on!

[@luvsmygriffonmore]

I'm in the same boat and completely agree with you!

[@ralphtyndall]

So glad you've found my feedback helpful! Hope you're enjoying the craft!

[@flipmcintyre]

I didn’t buy a misty for the exact reason you stated. Instead I bought the stampwheel and I LOVE IT!

[@maryscraftstudio]

This was too funny, I've had a Misti since they first came out and now have 5 of them and never until you mentioned it did I notice a scripture on it. In fact when you said that I stopped the video and went to look and sure enough all of them have it, but most now are covered with Waffle flower Grip mats lol.

[@pamelamoniz608]

Thank you for this. I agree with most of your ratings but especially the glimmer hot foil machine and plates. I have used it quite a bit and results are very inconsistent. Keep crafting!

[@sherryniemer1948]

I have a Misti, had it for years actually and never noticed the Bible verse. 😂

[@barbarawalker5443]

I agree with your description of product as the things you found wrong with them I have had the same experiences was good to watch. I have also bought products thinking wow I will use them but found them wanting like a pen like cutter to go around different shapes by tracing the outline of shape well it was hopeless couldn’t master it at all lol

[@chuckkolb1270]

Gelli plates + acrylic paints + stencils + brayers = JOY. Oh, the backgrounds you can use. The Switch electric dye cutting machines due to it size and no cranking has it own cart in my area. I did acquire the Gina K die cutting crank machine due to the size and yeah the pressure dial which eliminates the need for extra plates, etc. I prefer the Tonic stamping platform over the Misti for size, no edges. Such videos evaluating tools is always fascinating. Fair evaluations.

[@madisonmackay967]

I would love to see a joy vs dicutting machine video with pros and cons! Loved this video, I’m loving the KZbin era of Ralph ❤

[@ralphtyndall]

🙌 🙌 🙌

[@amycolonna-robinson8335]

Same! Been trying to justify it for a year now. I can print sentiments on my printer. Would love to hear why you love it.

[@karenday7504]

would like this too

[@Faithful10415]

Me too. I am on the fence regarding the Cricut Joy.

[@DuckysSecret4238]

I'd also like to see the die cut vs cricut joy and I'd love your take on the joy or the bigger joy, too!

[@tericoady6881]

With the sidekick, having the top plate a bit ahead of the others. I find that works much better with the small machine I have.

[@ralphtyndall]

Great pointer!

[@bethgintx]

Love the video and the categories are perfect. I wish a video like this was out 8 years ago when I started. Thanks for sharing.

[@KeanuReevolution]

I love how knowledgeable you are about specifics and materials. Very educational, thank you!

[@99zanne]

I made my Tonic/Holtz rotary trimmer more helpful to me by putting up a command hook right on the side of my kneehole (at the desk where my knees and feet go!) - it holds my trimmer perfectly out of the way and yet right there when I need it! I have hung more hooks also for frequently used products, like my shape stencils, my idea book ( which is held with ring binders) and my Heat It tool. Still plenty of room for me, and when I need these tools, there they r. Enjoyed this - TFS!

[@ralphtyndall]

Great idea!

[@gretchenfloyd4629]

Thanks so much for sharing, really enjoyed hearing your experiences with these tools. I think it can be hard even as a seasoned crafter to make decisions about what is needed and worth the cost. Loved the tiers!

[@366lola]

Hi! For the sticky tool gem picker - i found wax diamond art pencils- u just sharpen them each time they get dull- they’re two in a pack for $1.49 at hobby lobby and they work the same as the others

[@cathynelson6278]

I use the die brush before I take the cut paper out of the die. It works very well getting those little bits out.

[@ralphtyndall]

Great tip!

[@debras6176]

I totally agree about the anti-static pouch! I hated getting the chalk all over my fingers. A solution for that is to clip the pouch with a binder clip, or something similar, to use as a handle. That works, but I still bought one of the brush type ones for the powder and use it all the time! 😂

[@LisaVornhagen]

I find it very interesting to hear what different makers like and don't like. I am still pretty new to cardmaking, and it helps me when I want to buy something. I bought the Fiskars spring release scissors (sorry if that is the wrong name!) based on your recommendation in an earlier video and I am really glad I did! I have issues with my hands and wrists and these scissors are so comfortable to use. I love them!

[@candyclouston1412]

I've got blending/ink application tools up the wazoo. For Distress Oxides, domed blending foam on Ranger/Holtz watercolor paper is probably the best. With dye inks, just rubbing the brush on a lint-free dish towel (useful for so many things) until you don't see much, if any, ink, is probably the best way to clean them off. I generally don't even do that, because sometimes having just a little ink is handy, like when I want faint steciling on the inside of the card. I'll clean before I use them if I really want the exact color, but often a more complex color works fine. For some stenciling and for applying ink selectively to stamps, those squishy foam pouncers work pretty well. (Having to have two sets of these things-one for oxides/pigment inks and one for dye inks gets expensive.)

[@ann-marieo.5359]

Fun video! I loved the tiers even though I didn’t know what they were from 🤣. Just a suggestion! If you are investing in the BetterPress machine and their plates I would recommend getting their plates since they honestly foil better than the foil plates do. I’ve been foiling my BetterPress plates and they turn out fabulous! Then your plate does two things. It helps me justify the cost. 😊

[@dianehart-kalman6988]

So glad you are back making videos on KZbin. Loved your recent ranking video. I totally agree regarding the MISTI. Also agree with your ranking of the sticking mat, a game changer! Having enjoyed cardmaking for many years, I have tried most of the items you had in the video. Your rankings were spot on! Great video for newcomers to the sport of cardmaking. I look forward to your videos for new inspiration!

[@ralphtyndall]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the kind words.

[@bulbasaura]

Great video Ralph! You seem much more relaxed and happy, which is so nice to see. Keep doing you!

[@maggiemay4573]

Wonderful video! Thank you! PLEASE do a full video on the Cricut Joy. I received one for Christmas and cannot figure out how to use it! Help!

[@three2onemum]

I agree with most of your selection. It does totally depend on how it works in ones crafting space. It was great to hear why you put them where you did. This was good to consider. 🙂

[@michellewilliams6707]

So right about the laser tool!!! I was so disappointed and trashed it once I realized it was completely useless. Loved seeing your list!!!

[@robinorewiler5213]

I really enjoyed your video - thanks! You nailed many of my favorite tools. I would love to know more detail about using the Cricut Joy for sentiments, etc. I have bought several cricuts over the years but have never figured out how to use them correctly so they were either sold or given away. Your videos make it look easy! Thanks for sharing!

[@luvsmygriffonmore]

What an amazing video Ralph! Thank you for doing this. Your reasons for each product were very helpful and valued! Thank you for your honesty! 😍

[@ralphtyndall]

You are so welcome!

[@oldmummaroo1576]

Awesome Video Thank You, love the honesty :) Wish I knew all this before I started shopping 2 years ago,...lol aww well, "full craft room, happy, busy little crafter" I say ..... 😉 Sadly I have almost every item here in your list and much more ... I so agree with all, except for the weeding brush, love my weeding brush :) plus I don't own a 'wax pen', I just use my Dimond Dot Art pen (so much cheaper) :)

[@mandersen8053]

I like the die brush for intricate dies. I use it with the cardstock still in the die on both sides on top of foam mat.

[@Teresa-Q]

Great video. You did an awesome job. Especially giving your reasons. Thanks Ralph

[@ralphtyndall]

Thanks Teresa!

[@annie6290]

I finally found a use for the die brush! When there are lots of tiny pieces left on my cutting plate, I use this brush and scrub side to side to remove them! Works like a charm - too bad I just learned it yesterday. I agree on die cuts, too hard on the paper.

[@ralphtyndall]

Great tip!

[@margokraus6371]

Love to hear your honest opinion of products! I have tried most of the products and do agree with your ranking on most. Everyone is different and to each his/her own of what works for them! Love your videos!

[@ralphtyndall]

Yes! Everyone has their own favs :)

[@lauraingersoll981]

Try the glossy Nuvo drops and see if that helps. I’ve tried liquid pearls and pops of color and have not had good luck making pretty dots. I’ve have mixed results with the Nuvo pearl finish drops, but the glossy ones are different. They self level better and don’t keep their peaks. You can also make them ahead of time on a non stick mat,so you don’t have to take a chance messing up at the end of a project

[@scuevas1023]

I agree on the Copic markers. I too have received some of the them dried out. I am expecting the nib replacement and I am hoping it works. Thank you for sharing this information.

[@barbd2490]

Great video! Love your take on the various items Yes to reverse tweezer! Now I have to go look at my misti!

[@dabailey1000]

Like the way you divided. You convinced me to get the joy watching your shorts. Very helpful ❤

[@ralphtyndall]

Glad you're enJOYing it!

[@patti-sally9201]

Hi Ralph, thank you very much for your honest video ...I am new here..but I know your little videos für years..thank you for bringing so much the joy to all of us... you normally use a glue runner oops what is the correct name 🙈 a glue tool ... I like these tools but I never found my favorite one! Greetings from Germany 🥰 Patti-Sally🎨

[@paulettemattingly7094]

Loved your information on deveral things. Especially on the alcohol pens. I agree Copic pens snd hot foil items are too costly. Thanks for the ideas you presented.

[@ralphtyndall]

Thanks for watching!

[@peggydid]

I really enjoyed this assessment! I agree with the "give me to me rachel" but I dont have the springy scissors. I don't use my e-cutter much, and I'd rather paint or use colored pencils. I do like my "misti", which is a different brand. (I don't like the purple, either! Reason enough not to buy that one for me!) I do love my pokey tool, so it would go up on top. I use the brayer more for pressure on a glued item, like the front cover of a journal just glued, etc. than rolling paint. Do you have a bone folder? I do love and use mine, and once vowed never to go anywhere without it! Thanks for the "show"! Happy Crafting!

[@mikegoulet7883]

You should try diamond press marquise machine, i love it for really intricate dies, cuts 1st pass every time. Only negative would be its Not a 6 inch opening! I wish they would made it a little wider😂 Carol

[@susancannon3186]

I LOVE the new precision glue gun- you should try it! Thanks for great video!

[@lucyibarra5385]

This was great info, like you I have bought a lot of items i don't even use. Thank you!

[@longlivedemocracy756]

I agreed with most of your rankings. I appreciated the clever categories you used. That was fun. I’ve never been on TikTok so I am glad you shared the explanations at the start. I had no idea there was a Bible verse on the Misti (sad I know😂). Thanks for sharing, I enjoyed.

[@candyclouston1412]

For long-blade scissors, I like something that's non-stick (because I use things like Stick It sheets for fussy die cuts), though I'm also liking the Holtz ones because a really long blade does make it easier to cut straight. Here's a bonus tip: manicure scissors with a curved blade make cutting circles and curves so much easier. (I, too, hate fussy cutting. Again, for something with a straight blade, I like the ones that are non-stick. I've had other spring-assist scissors and didn't see much benefit.)

[@Seedsofkindness01]

As a well seasoned card maker, I enjoyed this video. I have a MISTI it's still my go-to when stamping, but I don't stamp as much. I have the foiling machine to foil sentiments on occasions. I do use my BetterPress for sentiments much more. My die cutting machine is on its last leg, which is a Gemini Jr. Thinking getting Anna Griffin Empress machine because with age, it is harder to hand crank my Spellbinders Platinum machine. Favorites are heat gun, 3D embossing folders, distress oxide & inks along with Ranger Alcohol Inks and gelli plate. It's nice to have young talent come into the card making community. Best wishes to you.😊

[@ralphtyndall]

I've been eager to try working with a gelli plate! You've just reignited that curiosity :)

[@stardewvalleyforseniors7668]

I watched the entire video specifically to get to the part where you rated the Ohuhu markers. I somehow "lost" my entire 100+ Copic markers so until I find them I purchased the 100 set of Ohuhu, like them so much (actually felt guilty a bit but getting over it), and now I have the double set of Sweetness and Blossoming on order (pastels). The first thing I did was download the blank swatch sheets from Ohuhu and swatch them, I agree the caps do not match well. Also; I've had 2 Misti's for years and never noticed the Bible verse! Thanks for this video.

[@mskrcole]

my first time watching one of your videos; loved it. I love my misti, reverse tweezers, and my Silhouette Cameo machine - similar to cricut. Thoroughly enjoyed this video.

[@WhinnyL]

Most of my stuff in the beginning was used. That helped me decide what I really wanted. It must be the IT tech in me but I lean toward electric cutters be it for dies or paper. I also finally said no to metal dies that match the stamps and added a scan and cut. I really appreciate designer sites that also offer a cut file for the stamps they create and are free. When you mentioned the verse in the Misti I was .. What??? Had to go check. I have never noticed that. Mine is about 4 years old. Of course that grid is always covered up LOL.. Enjoyed your thoughts and agree with many.

[@ralphtyndall]

One of these days I’m going to have to try out the scan and cut!

[@doreencogar8451]

Which sites offer free matching cut files for their stamps?!!!

[@melodiefreund2026]

Nice video. The brayer made me laugh. I have had one for probably 30 years or so. Maybe used once which is why it has been packed away.

[@debbiebghggnameouthill3195]

Thank you for your candid opinions 😊

[@ralphtyndall]

Thanks for watching!

[@jeannewagner8133]

You're just such a fresh voice in the field. These rating are HILARIOUS. I am just about 100% in agreeance with you on these rating. I don't have a Cricut though. I was gifted a Big Shot for my birthday in 2021 and it was a complete gamechanger, right next to my Tonic Tim Holtz Stamp Platform. I do love my TH brayer too and any of my embellishment dots like those pearls or sparkly ones would put up to Get in Loser. My Sidekick is non-negotiable. Def a must have, also at least Get in Loser. I just got a goat hair anti static brush and there is no powder involved. It's a natural ionic effect. I have Spectrum Noir alcohol pens and find the brush tips really soft which has me going out of the lines a *lot* due to me pressing too hard (even when I lightly brush it across the paper). That's user error, I suppose, but I am looking for a new marker which has a firmer soft brush tip. Would you say the Ohuhu ones fit that bill?

[@egomez7011]

Great video! Looking for a good trimmer, not as pricey as the tim Holtz rotary one. Can't seem to ver get a straight cut on cardstock. Thanks

[@nicolalederer9517]

This is fun and entertaining, thanks Ralph. For your issues with glue, I do recommend the MISTI Glue Press. I had it for a few months now, including a two week, no crafting, holiday, it just sits in its stand - and it has NEVER clogged once. I refilled it with various glues, they all seem to work. With the blending brushes, too, I had an epiphany moment this year: the huge big fluffy Spellbinders brushes did for me what no other ink blending tool has done: perfect ink blends! As for cleaning them, „I don‘t“ seems to be the right approach: you just need a separate set for die inks and Oxides (those seem to work great with the sponges for me - velcro issues aside) and one for each colour family and your good…

[@ralphtyndall]

I might need to look into those bushes! I'm a big fan of the Hero Arts blending brushes and have a full lineup of those. My brushes that got crusty after washing them were a fairly cheap set from Amazon...maybe that was the issue lol.

[@jeanheming]

the new tim holtz sissors are awesome!!!! both sizes, just picked up both sizes!!!

[@loracline9710]

I love the all in one tool. It gas the die brush, the pokey tool, and several other attachments. I do use the die brush to clean the die. 😊

[@JeanandKenny]

That was pretty close to accurate for me too. One thing I have and LOVE is the heat embossing and a few Wow powders, makes my projects look top notch :) I have 3 reverse tweezers, love them!

[@fullermoments]

I definitely had the same experience with my copics. I love them, but for tge price they really need to address the quality contol issues. Thanks for weighing in on your Ohuhu's I was wondering if they were a good alternative, especially given the price difference. By the way you are so funny...it was like hanging out with a friend while they went through their craft drawers😂.

[@michellewissler3013]

This was such a fun video Ralph! Really enjoyed how entertaining it was and so helpful in your explanation of the products! I enjoy your videos so much! Thank you so much for sharing this. I hope you have a fabulous day. Happy crafting☺️

[@ralphtyndall]

Thanks so much!

[@LuvLeeStamper]

I LOVE those tiers!! lol Sooo awesome and love your humor!! I agree with most of your categorizations too!!! Thanks btw for your comments on the Misti... I do have 3 (one of each size) as I seriously need the help lining up my stamping! lol But I don't enjoy the little verse and keep it covered. I think my favorite tools are definitely die cut machines... although my Anna Griffin Empress is top tier.... with my RA killing my wrists the electronic machines are a life saver!! And you are right... I recently gifted a friend my Copics and got the Ohuhu and also OLO markers and love how juicy and brighter they seem although I'm still on the learning curve with them!! lol Anyway... thank YOU for another fun and informative video!!! YOU are appreciated and just keep on being you and doing what you love kiddo!!

[@Mia_1706]

Really great video, it's very interesting which things other crafters love and not love. I also love copics, but have the same Problem. The Waffle Flower Grip mat is a game changer for me ❤ I would appreciate to see more of these videos. Thank you ❤

[@ralphtyndall]

The WF grip mat is such a simple idea but such a huge game changer in my daily crafting!

[@gwensimmons_gigi1629]

Cool vid Ralph; Interesting rankings, most I agree with, but I love love my pokey tool/ die brush combo, as it is a must have in my craft room, while the foil machine and that crucuit joy, I can do without as I don’t need another ‘thing’ picking up space… in my opinion!! 😂❤

[@jkleist5911]

LOL! I have the same brayer, and have never used it! And of course, I had to have it!

[@jettielewis8677]

I tend to agree with you on your must haves. Craftersf getting into paper crafting should watch this video before making purchases

[@kayfurnish8715]

I agree with most of your opinions and descriptions! I never clean my blending brushes. I have enough for every need...meaning one for lights, one for mediums, and one for darks within each color group, plus a set for Distress inks & separate blending sponges for Oxides. Oh, and let's not forget one for white pigments (brush & sponge). Hmmm, I forgot I have one special brush & sponge just for Simon Hurley's Tropical Tango ink pad. Do you think I've gone overboard? LOL By the way, I love my Embossing Buddy! I've had it for probably 45+ years and it still works and keeps my oily finger prints off the card & I don't have to mess with refilling a container with powder like the latest "fad". The Gem Setter....What I don't like about the wax tip is it leaves a bit of waxiness on the gems/confetti. I would have moved the Scoreboard to the top tier because even a beginner wants nicely folded cards without cracks and ugly folds. The Misti - I laughed because I have 4 of them and I never noticed the Bible verse until you mentioned it on one of your other videos! Obviously, it didn't bother me, but someone could put washi tape over it if they are bothered by it. The tool itself was a game-changer for me. I love my tweezers & would move those up. I only use the reverse tweezers for holding stuff while the glue dries. Never got the hang of it even though I've tried them oodles of times. Great job and lots of fun to watch. Oh, I gave my Cricut to my daughter because I only used it about 4 times in 8 years. (Sorry this response is so long!)

[@ralphtyndall]

Don't apologize for your long response! I love to hear all of it! I was so close to placing the score board up top...perhaps a mistake!

[@MWW11235]

I think you did a great job ranking!! This was such a fun video!!

[@mumma_of_one8511]

Interesting on your take on the gem tool. I have had mine for many moons and no issues, wonder if it’s brand related? Really enjoyed your list and your review on these 😊

[@ralphtyndall]

Perhaps it is brand dependent, as you say! Thanks for watching.

[@DuckysSecret4238]

I really like my brayer BUT i do more with vinyl so i use mine to make sure my vinyl is on my mat really well so i can get a really clean cut!

[@Bannannah]

If anyone wants to remove a printed decal off the Misti or other plastic products, try soaking a cotton ball in nail polish remover. I do this to reuse branded containers and it works great!

[@dianelorello6938]

I have had my Misti for several years and never noticed the Bible verse. As a Christian I’m ok with it, but I think it is great that you advise people so they can make the best choice for them. Now I will have to look at mine in the morning to see what I never noticed.

[@candyclouston1412]

I foiled long before the Glimmer. Yes, you can do cool things with the plates and with toner foils and the rest, but sticky embossing powder or liner tape or duo gel or tacky glue can give you some of the effects without much expense. Similarly, although I see good results with Better Press, I'm not sure the improvement in image quality is worth the expense (though at least people are coming up with other ways to use the plates).

[@sueyoung3077]

Agree with you on pretty much everything. My newest favorite right now is layering stencils game changer since my artistic coloring sometimes not so nice. BTW first time viewer and I will be going and watching more of your videos.TFS❤

[@stampintt]

this was a great idea for a video and I really loved hearing your opinions!

[@ralphtyndall]

Thanks for watching!

[@deborahsmith2354]

Pretty much agree with your rating on everything. Thank you for sharing!

[@jenniferhall8308]

The die brush works best with paper in the die.metal facing up and paper down on the foam pad. then roll back of the plate it pokes all the loose bits on to the foam. so when you take paper out of the plate almost all the bits are out on the foam which you can tap into your trash. Keeps image protected and easier clean up

[@ralphtyndall]

Great tip! I do have the foam pad but I can't seem to find it any longer...

[@jennifermitchell9282]

I love the censored opening!!! You’re the best❤

[@ginnettemcpake5884]

Heat the wax tip with your heat gun a wipe with your fingers good as new

[@ralphtyndall]

oooo good tip! I'll have to try this

[@LindaCrowder10021950]

I didn’t know that!

[@kerrylamsdale5087]

Great video. I made my own. Dip the tip of a pencil into melted candle wax to build up the layers, works a treat 😁

[@janelittle3594]

Blue putty on a skewer.

[@reet_creates]

Great lists, thank you SO much. ☀️

[@nicolalederer9517]

As for the MISTI, there are alternatives available (at least here in the EU) and I for one happen to think they are better (gasp!): the lid is spring mounted so when you close it, the stamp does NOT touch your paper, you can check placement first and then stamp. Plus, about half the price 😊. The brayer may not be user error at all: I had the same experience as you - and the thought to try the Tim Holtz brayer and: totally different experience: the roller is so much softer and detachable for easy cleaning, brilliant! And to get my five cents worth in on this one, too: Glimmer, love the look, really do not like the disaster for the environment (foil on carrier foil on a plastic roll, wrapped in plastic and the ideal paper is actually also plastic coated…)

[@ralphtyndall]

Wow! The spring mounted feature sounds really neat and helpful.

[@judithshea6284]

@@ralphtyndall Hunkydory makes a spring loaded stamping platform that works BEAUTIFULLY. I have several other stamping platforms, but the Hunkydory is my favorite by far. Great video!

[@BarbS548]

Hi Ralph! Just last night I stamped a card and dropped the stamp on it, smearing the image. Ugh. And the ink blended background underneath was great and here I wrecked it. So, since the image was of twiggy sorts of florals, and I thought well it's worth a try, it's messed up already, I put shadows beside the floral stems with Stickles (over the smeared parts) and I think the card is salvaged! I also wanted to mention, when I have trouble getting my sandwich to feed through the Sidekick, if I move the paper and die back from the front edge a bit it goes through without a problem. If I have the paper and die way up at the front edge, that's when it seems like it's too thick to go through. I agree with your ratings, and what a fun way to present them! Cheers!

[@ralphtyndall]

I've definitely found the same to be true with the sidekick! Usually trouble comes when the die is too close to the front edge of the plates.

[@BarbS548]

@@ralphtyndall Thanks Ralph! Looking forward to your next video!

[@papergemsbyjules]

OMG... I couldn't stop laughing with your categories! I'm so glad I didn't get into some of the things in "Divorce Babes" category. I feel validated. Keep up the great videos!

[@sheenaledbetter170]

I'm so excited to see your choices!

[@reneecastorena9280]

Loved this video it was very informative. Makes me realize what I use and don’t use as well. Thank you! 😊

[@ralphtyndall]

Glad it was helpful!

[@diannesullivanmorton7634]

LOVE!!! Thank from a newbie card crafter!

[@kcinca5410]

Love this, of course, and, of course, I have to make comments. I hated the Fiskars spring assist scissors but LOVE, LOVE the Tim Holtz snips. Worked like a charm for me. I don't know why the Fiskars were so hard for me. Use the liquid pearls or pops of color to paint or put through a stencil. Forget about making "confetti" with it. I find it too difficult to be worth the effort. That's what confetti and rhinestones are for. I, too, bought that laser board. Complete waste of money. Worked like twice. Luckily, the website I bought it on gave me a full refund. Didn't even have to send it back. Can't wait for you to get into mixed media...pigment powders, gel plates. Thanks for sharing. I agree with almost everything you said although since I only really use KZbin and Instagram I only got the mean girls reference. 🤷‍♀

[@ralphtyndall]

Glad you found scissors that work great for you!

[@tacotahlia2095]

A previous video you did is the reason I invested in reverse tweezers and for that I say thank you! They have been a game changer. Loved this video, so fun and great to hear your opinions as a full time crafter! My only feedback is I didn't know what some of the top tier machines were and would have loved a b-roll on those like you did on some of the odd ones 🥰 thanks for an awesome video!

[@ralphtyndall]

Glad you're enjoying the tweezers! And duly noted on the b-roll!

[@martymattoon7231]

LOL, love your videos. So refreshing as you are direct,honest,and enjoy your opinions. Your great. Thanks so much

[@ingrid2543]

I would agree with you on all of these. I purchased a lot of pops of color and another brand and I only use the glaze and sparkle ones. I thought it would be better to use them sending in the mail than rhinestone or sequins. Donating the colors. I found flat sequins and stick on flat embellishments from Lizi. Sorry most KZbinrs have to use a disclaimer so people don’t leave rude comments or opinions on your content.

[@ralphtyndall]

Some things are better to appreciate from afar 😂

[@fullermoments]

I literally never noticed a bible verse on the misti. Now I gotta go look😅

[@CrozetMom]

I can not disagree with any of the logic. Great video Ralph! So fun

[@mammasmitch1387]

Great video, Ralph - thank you so much. I don't clean my blending brushes, I did try once, but had the same results as you, crusty - so I don't bother now. Your wax pick up tool - you can get wax pencils (I think they're actually made for nail art) they're really long, and you just sharpen them like a pencil to refresh the end - they last for ages! Thanks again, it was a great review 😁

[@ralphtyndall]

Thanks for watching!

[@kerriegood1046]

Way to Go Ryan. What a fun way to talk about supplies. I kinda thought it was a bit funny to look at your supplies in a timeline I idea- I have been crafting for over year. In the beginning there were stamps and ink, heat embossing was the biggest wow!!! Then came the folders , again Wow.!!! But now a days, embossing folders have sooo much competition with foil etc.... So they are not that exciting, as back in the day, Hope you can follow my thinking. I also think as crafters we may have to limit ourselves on what path to go down as there is sooo much more to spend money on. Thanxs for all your content.

[@ralphtyndall]

I'm following you Kerrie!

[@TheMountainbobcat]

I have been keeping track of cost , shipping, handling, from all the craft stores. In other words I make a purchase, and lets see how long they take to fill the order, who they ship with and how long does it take to get to my door. One supplier takes on average only three days, and on the other end of the spectrum, one supplier actually takes 30 days, sometimes more to fill the order. Price wise everyone is around the same number, whilst all boast big savings. hmmmm.

[@charmainekoh13]

Great list and video! i am just curious about two things 1. Do you prefer the domed blending foams or the original ranger blending foam? Although lots of people say that the domed ones help to prevent harsh lines, I find that isn’t the case for me.. and the sound of rubbing it over the paper is 😱 do you have the same problem? 2. For the wrmk guillotine and ranger rotary trimmer, are you able to achieve very slim trims/strips easily? Thanks! Oh! And just to share, I use a craft pick as a jewel picker tool! Just apply a little glue which remains sticky, let it dry and it works so well as a jewel picker. Also I extend the life of my friskars trimmer blades by cutting aluminium foil - it helps to sharpen the blade (for at least a few more cuts!)

[@rachelmann9526]

The tier categories are perfection 😂

[@ralphtyndall]

show me to me rachellll

[@rmorleyanderson]

Interesting viewpoint. I agree with most😊

[@babsrnurse]

My favourite trimmer is the cutterpillar rotary one… it’s the best. IMO

[@bettyblythe9120]

I appreciate your fresh perspective on craft tools. Thanks for pointing out the biblical verse on the MISTI. Thanks to my aging eyes and Waffleflower grip mat, I never noticed it! Have you done a YT on the Cricut Joy? I am tempted by the possibility of creating my own sentiments but I'm not sure if there's a steep learning curve.

[@ralphtyndall]

I have done a video on exactly that topic! I have a video showing you how to make sentiments using the cricut joy.

[@laraszoo]

I love your honest opinion videos! Thanks so much! I have had the same problem with my copics so purchased the 120 Ohuhu marker set but frustrated with figuring out which ones blend best together as there seems to be no reasoning behind their number system. If you have figured it out, would love a video on it! Thanks so much and keep putting out great videos!

[@ralphtyndall]

Ah, yes. The numbering system isn't as straight forward as Copic's. I tend to just use my own judgement by looking at my swatch sheet. Maybe there's a blending chart out there somewhere!