Must-Have Crafting Tools That Will Up Your Paper Crafting and Textile Game!

Looking to upgrade your die cutting machine? Want to get into mixed media or embroidery? Here are my must-have crafting tools that will up your paper crafting and textile game! 

Hey, crafty friend! There are a ton of tools out there for die cutting, stamping, mixed media and so much more. So I'm breaking down my favorite tools right here for you. These are my tried and true favorites--things that I actually use and find useful in my craft room. So you aren't getting any recommendations for products that I've never used. So let's get right into it! 

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Small Basics | Die Cutting & Paper Trimming | Stamping & Stenciling | Mixed Media | Letter Pressing & Hot Foiling | Embroidery 

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Small Basics

These tools are the perfect basics! I've included my favorite small die cut machine, paper trimmer and scoring board, and small hand tools for a variety of crafty tasks. 

Die Cutting & Paper Trimming

This list includes my favorite manual and electric die cut machines, precision and self-healing cutting pads, tools for manipulating die cuts, low tack craft tape, and more. 

Stamping & Stenciling

Love stamping, stenciling or ink blending? These tools will help you do all of that and even help with messy cleanup. 

Mixed Media

Mixed media is my favorite art form. From watercoloring to applying gesso or pastes, these tools can handle the mess. Love art journaling? Try the Sizzix Stencil and Stamp Tool with the Hinge Adapter for elevated crafting! 

Letter Pressing & Hot Foiling

Letter pressing and hot foiling are sweeping the crafting world by storm! Try out these handy tools for sparkling and impressive results. 

Embroidery

Want to try your hand at a textile art? Whether you want to stitch your die cuts or try stitching on fabric, these are my go-to tools. 

I hope you found these lists useful. I'll update these lists as products get updated or are phased out, or as I find new tools I love. 

Until next time, happy crafting!

Adrienne