We R Memory Keepers CROP A DILE | PROBLEM SOLVED

How to use the We R Memory Keepers Crop A Dile eyelet setter tool and get beautiful results. Say goodbye to ugly smashed looking eyelets and achieve a more desired, beautiful result.
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[@gaylevick9305]

So glad I found your video! I was going crazy with bad backs and your video solved the issue! THANK YOU

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi Gayle! I'm so happy to hear that this video was helpful. Thank you so much for leaving awesome feedback. Happy crafting!

[@vidbox44]

Oh my goodness! This works! Takeaway is to ignore the instructions and always use C2 for 3/16", and C4 for 1/8"! Brilliant - thank you so much!

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you for your awesome feedback. I’m so happy you found it helpful and that you now can punch beautiful eyelets 💖

[@snoppy1038]

Thank You, after years of seeing these on the shelves i decided to buy one today. I, Couldn,t figure out how to use it after i bought it. You"r video came in handy and now i know how to use it.. Thanks, for the Tutorial and explaining how to use it.

[@CutesyShelf]

That’s awesome Marlene! It’s such a well made tool and I do find that I use mine quite often. Enjoy your new toy 💞

[@pamelaferraro3095]

Thank you so much. I am so glad it isn't just me. I was was using A - 2 for the 3/16 but the idea of using C for "always" and only shifting between 2 or 4 is brilliant. Thanks for posting :)

[@CutesyShelf]

I'm so happy to hear that this video was useful Pamela. I know what you mean. When I first used this tool I was thinking this can't be the right results as they looked nothing like what you see on professional tags lol!

[@ChasingLadybugs]

Diem, I love all of your videos. If you ever hosted a workshop in San Antonio, I would be your first sign-up! Lol. Thank you for sharing your creativity and talent!!

[@CutesyShelf]

So sweet of you Patricia 🥰🤗 Thank you very much, I appreciate your kindness 💞

[@annabwjones1559]

I’ve been absolutely frustrated with my results! Thank you for sharing these tips! 🤗

[@VickiClose2023]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! I've spent HOURS trying to get this to work and your method does it perfectly.

[@CutesyShelf]

Yayyy I’m so happy to hear that it worked for you Vicki 💞

[@BerniBernsify]

I'm so glad I found your video like a year or so ago 🤩 this really works ! I used to obsess over neat eyelets. Thanks so much !

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi Berni! I’m so happy to hear that. Thank you so much for your feedback 💞

[@robynjordan9037]

Thank you so much! I wasted so many eyelets and almost ruined the gift bag I made because of the poor instructions that came with the tool. Wish I had found your video sooner, it would saved me a lot of aggravation.

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you for your comment Robyn! I'm so glad it worked out for you. I always wondered if the person writing the instructions just made a mistake.

[@reeniebell871]

This is exactly what I needed to know. Thank you for sharing these tips. Now I can confidently make pretty eyelets instead of smashed ones! 😀

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you! I'm so happy to hear that and that you'll get more use out of your tool as it's so handy to have. Happy crafting!

[@annafolkesson6890]

Thank you, this was really helpful 😊👍!

[@CutesyShelf]

I’m so happy to hear that Anna, thank you for your feedback and Happy New Year 💖

[@tarabeard]

Thank you. Can’t wait to try it using the “always” setting.

[@JillianNorwood]

One of my favorite tools. Thanks for sharing!

[@hhjjhh09]

OMG! I bought my tool at a rummage sale, so I didn’t have any directions on how to use it. I have never had any luck with it and now I know why😮 I didn’t know about the numbers or letters on the cubes! Wow🥳 thank you for this info! No more funky eyelets that fall out. 💕💕💕

[@CutesyShelf]

Oh that is awesome that you found one at a rummage sale as they’re about $50. Thank you for this wonderful comment. Hope it encourages you to use it more now. Happy crafting!

[@vividlyonpaper]

Good to know Diem! I would just turn those things and smash my eyelet and say well its not going anywhere now 😅 Thank you for sharing these awesome tips with us💖💖💖

[@CutesyShelf]

Yeah they need to fix their instructions. At least they got one right out of 4...have to give them some credit.

[@chandlerbernice]

Thanks a lot, it works! I have own my cropadile and been unable to use it so often because the confusion. No more, thanks again!

[@CutesyShelf]

That is so awesome to hear Bernice! Hopefully now you’ll want to use it more often.

[@makess58]

Thank you I will try this tonight. I bought mine yesterday and have a smashed mess. Watched several KZbin videos that said the for small it should be C-3.

[@CutesyShelf]

I really hope this works for you so you can use your tool all the time and get the most out of it.

[@makess58]

@@CutesyShelf do you have anymore videos using the Crop-a-dile?

[@CutesyShelf]

@@makess58 This is the only one.

[@tammyhall3195]

Very helpful!!! I purchased some 1/8" eyelets that came with washers from Amazon. The whole process was a mess and I just gave up. Now that I've seen this the outcome is soooooo much better. Now I want to know what all the other settings are for?!? I've never had issues with the 3/16. It is consistently fantastic. Thanks for posting this.

[@CutesyShelf]

I'm so happy to hear that Tammy! To be honest I don't know about the other settings as I never use them lol!

[@lynnlegault9297]

Thank you, I bought my crop a dile at a thrift store and never knew the proper settings.

[@cindyn3383]

Thank you so much! My crop was given to me and I had no idea how to use it! 💕

[@CutesyShelf]

You’re welcome Cindy! good thing you don’t have the instructions cause they don’t really help 🙊😂

[@jadec2180]

I didn't know about eyelet washers. TY for making this video.

[@CutesyShelf]

You’re welcome Jade! I didn’t know about eyelet washers before either because for example, I used to buy my eyelets from Michaels (which don’t come with washers). The eyelets that I purchase from Aliexpress come with washers. I’m kinda glad that we can get eyelets from Aliexpress because coloured and shaped eyelets can’t be found easily or at all at local craft shops. Here’s just an example of the small eyelets that I get. I have to admit that the size is a hit or miss as some shops measure them differently but from this particular shop I got the 3mm size: Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! US $2.13 32％ Off | 100pcs 3mm 4mm 4.5mm Metal eyelets For Scrapbooking DIY embelishment garment clothes eyelets Scrapbook Eyelet Random Mixed Color a.aliexpress.com/_mteb0MC And here’s a shop where I’ve purchased the larger sized eyelets: Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! US $2.93 60％ Off | Lychee Life 100pcs Metal Eyelets Grommets for Leather Craft DIY Handmade Scrapbooking Accessories a.aliexpress.com/_mK8lIcg These are not affiliate links, it’s just me shopping for fun. Have an awesome weekend 💕

[@jadec2180]

@@CutesyShelf Thank you, I appreciate the links you shared.

[@gailagilliland3268]

Yes, yes, I did find your video helpful. Thank you for sharing your expertise. 🐝🐝🐝

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you Gaila! I’m so happy to hear that!

[@MarilynB-MariLuv]

Hi how are you? I was searching for help for my scallop/ stub punch bc it wasn't punching on either side. However I saw your tutorial for eyelet etc device which I hv also. I rarely use the eyelets, bc I couldn't understand or locate instructions until now. You're very clear & video is GREAT..THANKS SO MUCH. I'll start using device plus it included in container loads of eyelets, washers etc AGAIN THXS...

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi Marilyn! I'm so happy to hear this video was helpful. Hopefully it will get you to love and use your Crop A Dile more often now. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a wonderful comment. Happy crafting!

[@heikilicraft438]

Hello Diem. I also have my problems with the cropa dile. After your video, I'll have another chance against my pliers . 👍😁

[@CutesyShelf]

I hope it works for you Heike!

[@jacquiposener7262]

I’m amazed that there is all that information on the tool. I don’t know why there aren’t more instructions on a lot of craft tools so we don’t have to rely on others to tell us. Thanks for taking time to explain. It begs the question though, what are the other setting knobbly bits for that you didn’t show? I’ll have to experiment.

[@CutesyShelf]

That is so true about there being a lack of info for a lot of tools. One of the best examples is the Silhouette machine. I always read the instructions because they are supposed to be useful. However all they explain really is how to turn it on and off, how to place your mat, etc. The software has a ton of settings and basically no information on what they do really. It's up to us to fiddle around with it and hope that there is maybe a video out there showing how to use it. For this Crop-A-Dile, had the person writing up the instructions given us the correct settings, we would have a much smoother experience with the tool. Luckily my mom is a seamstress and she'd used to get me to make buttons and stuff so some things look familiar and I was able to figure it out. I learned early on with crafting tools that you have to experiment on your own. It actually goes for a lot of other tools such as the Fuse Tool and Minc machine...I don't think the manufacturers are experts either because there's a lot of info lacking in their own videos about the tools. For this tool I only use it to punch eyelets but I bet the other settings can probably punch caps and such.

[@dawnswitzer1760]

this was helpful! I sort of inherited this tool and had no idea of how to use it. My back sides aren't as nice as yours, but at least it won't cut anyone.

[@CutesyShelf]

I'm so happy to hear that Dawn! That's awesome that you got this as a gift, I bet you'll use it often now as it's a wonderful tool!

[@angelinetomek5142]

Thank you, now mine come out better and I will use the little ones

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you you Angeline for your wonderful feedback 💞

[@cmhowson50]

W😳W!!! Thank you so much for sharing this information.🤗 WeRMemory Keepers need to include 'YOUR INSTRUCTIONS' 👍👍in their tool and throw theirs 👎👎away! Since I only use the 3/16" side (I just like the larger eyelets) I marked my Top C and Bottom 2 with a permanent blue marker.

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you Cathy Marie for such an awesome comment! I remember when I followed their instructions I was like “this can’t be right” 🤭 I’m so glad we can now truly enjoy using this tool because it is quite neat 💞

[@craftypenpalmoma]

Omg tysm for this video!!

[@shennahull2183]

Very Helpful! Thank you so very much!

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you Sheanna, I'm so happy to hear that.

[@faysalkus1083]

You won't believe this but I have had the eyelet setter for years but didn't know there were different settings. Lol Thanks

[@CutesyShelf]

That's too funny Fay! I can understand as they're so easy to miss.

[@yenphung8809]

Thanks Diem!

[@southerncharmpaper]

Thank you for the tutorial! Every time I use mine it turns out smashed so I stopped using it! I will definitely try again after watching. ❤

[@CutesyShelf]

Fingers crossed it will work for you!

[@londicawthon6956]

Hello. THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO. MAY I ASK WHERE TO BUY THE WASHERS YOU USED. GREAT VIDEO AND TYIA FOR THE ANSWER.

[@CutesyShelf]

Hello! I'm so very sorry for the late reply but I normally get my larger eyelets from Aliexpress. Here is a link to one of the sellers that I recently purchased from: www.aliexpress.com/item/4000083777140.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.260.21ef1802unGFSV Have a blessed day!

[@TheCraftySensei]

Thanks for the turorial Diem! Mine turn out wrong so this is very helpful. TFS xo

[@CutesyShelf]

Hopefully going forward you get a nicer result Johanne 😉

[@poppymary]

Hi my sweet Diem. Thanks a lot for those tips. All the best for this new year for You and all your familly 🌹😘

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you Marie! Happy New Year to you and your family as well 🤗

[@luannstevens4496]

OMG! It worked! Thank you!

[@CutesyShelf]

That’s awesome LuAnn! Thanks for letting me know 💞

[@sweetdrops45]

Thanks for sharing!

[@BritgirlTX]

Thank you for this! 🌸

[@desismdesignbydesireelouis66]

Yes this was very helpful thank you

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback Desiree!

[@shesshyshescrafty9084]

Thank You Diem .. very helpful 💕

[@craftymomnina3040]

Girl, lol.. TFS I have one of them things sitting like for a year, I was just getting frustrated, it was like a massacre of eyelets, and I got not one right 😁, but yet is me trying to get me up to date what can I expect. I'll be checking them numbers right now I didn't know they were there. I thought crafting had to be fun and that tool was giving me a big headache.

[@CutesyShelf]

😂 I don’t blame you. I always read the instructions and the results from following the instructions will give you the smashed look. Hopefully it will work properly now and you can enjoy using it 😉

[@karodora]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you very much for your feedback!

[@elizabethp2040]

Thanks for this tutorial! Have you tried using a this tool on 1/4 inch eyelets?

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi Elizabeth! Sorry for the late reply. No, I have not tried this tool on 1/4 inch eyelets.

[@creativechicashopshauls]

Thank you Diem 💗

[@CutesyShelf]

You’re welcome Toni! Hugs 🌈💕

[@laurenrow6809]

Can you do 1/4 size eyelets?

[@decouvertesimagination]

Hi Diem really useful thank you 😍😍😍❤️

[@bonniescorner1964]

Hi This was very helpful. Thank you Tfs 😘🤗❤️

[@judewood6340]

Thank you so much this was really helpful! Xxx

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you Jude for your feedback. I’m so happy to hear that. Hopefully it will get you to use this tool more often as it’s awesome 💞

[@GinaLovestocraft]

Thank you for sharing 💕💕

[@debbieharper4771]

Thank you for this video. Following your suggestions I still get what appears to me as an unfinished eyelet. It's not as "smashed" as I would like. The underneath is sharp and scratchy and sticks out - isn't flush with the paper. Do you think my tool is not working properly? It's brand new so I don't know what I'm doing wrong. Thanks for any advice you can share.

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi Debbie! I'm sorry for the very late reply. Are you still having issues? It could be the eyelets that you're using. For the small eyelets, I get those from Michaels and I get the coloured ones from Aliexpress: www.aliexpress.com/item/4000083777140.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.260.21ef1802unGFSV

[@rowiegrl]

Thank you so much.

[@CutesyShelf]

You’re welcome! Hope it was helpful 😉

[@karenanderson5239]

Thanks for making a short to the point demo. Very helpful!

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you very much Karen!

[@mommacarol]

Thank you! The instructions on the package are very vague.

[@thehouseofjane]

Thanks for your very informative video. xo

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you for your feedback 💕

[@jenniparsons1891]

Hi Diem, I love watching your unboxings and creations ... Inspirational 👌 and thank you for the clarification on setting the eyelets. What I would also like to know is, where do you get your washers from, and do they have a particular name and brand? Thanks - Jenni 🇦🇺

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you very much Jenni for your kind words, I appreciate it! Eyelets are very hard to find locally...even at big craft stores like Michaels. They never have any coloured ones, just ones with metal finishes and only 3 to choose from. They carry the Recollections brand. In the past few years I’ve been getting them from AliExpress. For the small eyelets, I purchased the 3mm size from this listing and they include washers (although for the small size I have not been successfully at using washers with them. US $2.32 30％ Off | 100pcs 3mm 4mm 4.5mm Metal eyelets For Scrapbooking DIY embelishment garment clothes eyelets Scrapbook Eyelet Random Mixed Color a.aliexpress.com/_m0suLzJ For the bigger eyelets, the eyelets from this listing were perfect (they come with washers) and they are the ones I used in the video : US $1.78 66％ Off | Lychee Life 100pcs Metal Eyelets Grommets for Leather Craft DIY Handmade Scrapbooking Accessories a.aliexpress.com/_mK35BlR I hope this helps. Have a wonderful day 🌸

[@jenniparsons1891]

Thanks Diem, you're always helpful. 🙏 I'll look for washers next time I purchase eyelets 👌🇦🇺

[@cecyylovesjesus3093]

Thank you Diem. I don’t use my crop because of that issue. Now I can put it to use. Tfs

[@CutesyShelf]

Oh yayyyy! I’m glad to hear that it may help.

[@gabbygonzales606]

What kind of eyelets and washers do you use? I'm thinking mine might not be the best

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi Gabby! You don’t need to be using the best, it just has to be the right size for this particular tool. For example, some of the small ones are from Michaels. And the rest are from AliExpress as Michaels doesn’t carry coloured eyelets. Once I purchased the bigger eyelets and they were slightly larger and those always came out with a smashed look. If you purchase on AliExpress, I could try to find you the links of the ones that I got.

[@Lissbirds]

Where do you get the washers? Thanks!

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi! I find that eyelets sold locally at stores such as Michaels don’t come with washers. However, the ones that I purchase from Aliexpress do come with washers. The washers fit nicely on the large eyelets. The small washers never really stay on the small eyelets for some reason but aren’t really necessary. Here is a link for the large eyelets: US $3.29 55％ Off | Lychee Life 100pcs Metal Eyelets Grommets for Leather Craft DIY Handmade Scrapbooking Accessories a.aliexpress.com/_mLbjTZy For small eyelets (the size you need is 4mm) here is a link: US $1.79 30％ Off | 100sets Metal Eyelets Grommets Metal Hole Eye Rings Mix Color For Leathercraft DIY Shoes Belt Cap Bag Tags Clothes Scrapbooking a.aliexpress.com/_mrpsCQK

[@LuvsSno]

What did I miss when you did the smaller rivet punch, so that it didn't have the rough back edges?🤔

[@CutesyShelf]

Hello. I'm sorry for the late reply but I hope the tool has been working for you. For the small eyelets, I use the cube that has the number 4 on it. I get my small eyelets from Michaels and Aliexpress.

[@LuvsSno]

@@CutesyShelf is there a specific information on the AliExpress eyelets? Or the Michaels? Is there a specific brand of either

[@CutesyShelf]

@@LuvsSno At Michaels there's hardly any selection and all I can find is the Recollections brand. If you're shopping on Aliexpress, for the small eyelets, you'll want to choose the 3mm size. Here's a link to some that I purchased in the past: www.aliexpress.com/item/33060261467.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.287.21ef1802unGFSV For the larger eyelets, you'll want to choose the 4mm size: www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006078601854.html?spm=a2g0o.order_detail.pcOrderDetail.4.3807f19cvaiIlc&gps-id=pcOrderDetail&scm=1007.38956.373968.0&scm_id=1007.38956.373968.0&scm-url=1007.38956.373968.0&pvid=69be1606-191d-432d-8993-a4c1e0fca914&_t=gps-id:pcOrderDetail,scm-url:1007.38956.373968.0,pvid:69be1606-191d-432d-8993-a4c1e0fca914,tpp_buckets:668%232846%238112%231997&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21CAD%212.71%212.65%21%21%2114.10%2113.80%21%402101d00017211015888584943ec8c7%2112000035635133726%21rec%21CA%21717363977%21&utparam-url=scene%3ApcOrderDetail%7Cquery_from%3A I hope this helps!

[@msuadmire]

So did you put the washer on backwards?

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi! No, the washer is not on backwards.

[@vickicrandell6757]

I am in need of purchasing some eyelets, location please.

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi Vicki! I'm so sorry for the very late reply. I hope you were able to locate some. For the small ones, I got those from Michaels and for the coloured ones, I just buy them from Aliexpress as I can't find any at local craft stores: www.aliexpress.com/item/4000083777140.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.260.21ef1802unGFSV

[@brookefreeman593]

Excellent tutorial, thanks very much. It’s a shame the makers of the tool provide such awful videos and written instructions! 🤜🤛

[@CutesyShelf]

Thank you! That’s so true! Had the manufacturer provided the correct instructions, we wouldn’t have this issue.

[@spraypaintsiren4187]

Where did you purchase yours from?:)

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi Alexis! I got it from Michaels.

[@Feeoryne]

Hahahaha no one knows about the bottom cube's settings, not even We R memory keepers!!!

[@Mzshortcake247]

Tfs,now no need to hide the back hehehe

[@CutesyShelf]

I know right?! No need to flip the pages fast now 😂

[@shyeast9093]

I don't know if the problem is me or not. I have asked enough people. But is the point being missed here? Which is the crop a dile is a nonsense because it does not give you a smooth surface on the eyelet's back side as it should. You have seen eyelets on professional items, they're pretty smooth right? Question, How the hec are you going to punch an eyelet into a bookmark without it tearing up the pages of the book?j

[@CutesyShelf]

That is so true! I was quite disappointed when I got mine and followed the instructions and all. The result was terrible. But I know that with some of my other craft tools, like the Fuse and Minc foiling machine, you can't always listen to what they say and have to play around with it. By doing so with this, I got a better result than what they tell us in the instructions. In their instructions, they got 1 out of 4 right though.

[@judyandersen3842]

It didn’t help. I must be doing something wrong

[@CutesyShelf]

Hi Judy! Could it be that you’re using the wrong sized eyelets? I tried using a slightly bigger eyelet because I purchased the wrong size once and they always came out looking smashed.