MY FAVORITE CRAFTY THINGS 2020: INKS & TOOLS + GIVEAWAY!

02.01.21

Welcome back for more of My Favorite Crafty Things 2020!

In this series, I will be sharing my favorite crafty products of 2020. Each post will have a different topic with a video. If you haven’t checked out THIS video, please do so – it explains how the series works.

If you are shopping, be sure to check out my Crafty Updates and Sales Page HERE for discount codes!

Let’s get this started! Today I am focusing on inks and tools.

[Warning: This video is LONG. Lots to share! All products are linked to multiple sources in the thumbnails. Affiliate links may be used at no cost to you. Please note that I purchased most of the products in this post personally, but not all. Regardless, the decision to include them in this list was my own. I truly like these products and companies. For more info, visit HERE. If you have questions, please email me.]

If you are interested in any products, click on one of the store icons under the product images. *** Also, if you are interested in seeing the videos I have done using particular products, click the heart icon under the product. ***

Let’s get started…

INKS

As I mentioned in my video, my favorite inks for 2020 are the same as 2019. So be sure to watch this video (again) to learn more!

Here are my ink tool suggestions…

My Favorite Crafty Things 2019 INKS
[ JNN ]
Waffle Flower Water Media Mat
[ SSS | WFF | JNN ]
Waffle Flower Mini Water Media Mat
[ SSS | WFF ]
Gina K Designs Blending Brushes With…
[ SSS | GNK | JNN ]
Gina K Designs Blending Brushes
[ SSS | GNK ]
Honey Bee Blended Brushes
[ SSS | HNB ]
Pink and Main Ergonomic Brush
[ SSS | JNN ]
Altenew Ink Blending Tool
[ SSS | ALTN | JNN ]
Pink and Main Mini Blending Brush
[ SSS ]
Altenew Mini Ink Blending Tool
[ SSS | JNN ]
The Ink Stand
[ ETS ]
The Ink Stand Video
[ JNN ]
I-Crafter Ink Brushes
[ SSS | JNN ]

TOOLS

Here the other tools I have been reaching for lately…

MISTI Stamping Tool 2.0
[ SSS | MSP | ELH | JNN ]
MISTI Mouse Pad
[ SSS | MSP | ELH ]
Sticky Mat
[ AMZUS | JNN ]
Simon Says Stamp Grid Transparency
[ SSS | JNN ]
Tim Holtz Tonic Glass Media Mat
[ SSS | ELH ]
Altenew Self-Healing Mat
[ SSS ]
Fiskars Titanium Microtip Scissors
[ SSS ]
Fiskars Gold Sparkle Premier 8″ Scissors
[ SSS ]
Tim Holtz Haberdashery Scissors
[ SSS ]
Tim Holtz Trimmer
[ SSS | ELH ]
We R Memory Keepers The Works Tool
[ SSS | AMZUS ]
Scor-Buddy
[ SSS ]
Altenew bone Folder
[ SSS | ALTN ]
I-Crafter Retractable Pick
[ SSS ]
I-Crafter Flat Head Reverse Tweezers
[ SSS ]
Sanding Blocks
[ SSS | JNN ]
Anti Static Powder Bag
[ SSS | JNN ]
Binder Clip
[ AMZUS ]
T Ruler
[ SSS ]
Gina K Masking Magic
[ SSS | GNK | ELH | JNN ]
Funnel Tray
[ KATS | JNN ]
Kat Scrapiness Pick Up Tool
[ KATS ]
Studio Katia Triangle Tray
[ SSS | STD ]
Tim Holtz Distress Sprayer
[ SSS | JNN ]
Hero Arts Heat Gun
[ SSS ]
Hero Arts Heat Gun
[ SSS ]
Gina K Designs Improved Wreath Builder
[ SSS | JNN ]
Gel Press 5×7 Printing Plate
[ SSS | JNN ]
Speedball 4″ Soft Rubber Brayer
[ SSS ]
Microfiber Cloth
[ SSS ]
Kirkland Baby Wipes
[ AMZUS ]
Hand Vac
[ AMZUS ]
Easy See Tape
[ SSS | DSG ]
Tape Dispenser
[ AMZUS ]
Glad Press N Seal
[ SSS | JNN ]
Royal Sovereign Laminator
[ AMZUS | JNN ]
Scotch Laminating Pouches
[ AMZUS ]
Mama Elephant Up With Love Stamps
[ SSS ]

SERIES

To check out more of this series, head HERE. I hope it is helpful!

See you soon for more of My Favorite Crafty Things 2020.

GIVEAWAYS

Throughout this series, I will have LOTS of prizes! Today I am giving away a $50 gift certificate to Simon Says Stamp! For your chance to win a giveaway, leave a comment below by 11:59pmEST on 2/20/21 telling me your favorite tool or ink from above. (To leave a comment, scroll down to the bottom of this post on my blog and click the green “leave a comment” button. The winner’s name will be randomly selected, emailed and posted on my “Winners page” after the giveaway closes. International folks are eligible, too! Prize personally donated.)

Be back soon!


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638 thoughts on “MY FAVORITE CRAFTY THINGS 2020: INKS & TOOLS + GIVEAWAY!”

  1. Chrissy Bornfleth says:
    February 2, 2021 at 4:05 pm

    I have the Tim Holtz media mat… and it is always there under my hands while I am crafting. Thanks for your tips on the many other tools

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  2. Barbara Mae Berry says:
    February 2, 2021 at 4:10 pm

    I have to say my favorite tool is the MISTI!
    I love the many ways it can be used.

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  3. SUZANNE K says:
    February 2, 2021 at 4:15 pm

    yes, in the year 2021 I finally own a MISTI….HELLO!!! Game changer. I was horrible at stamping but now I am pretty good at it.

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  4. JoElle S. says:
    February 2, 2021 at 4:16 pm

    I love my MISTI…don’t know how I ever stamped without it.

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  5. Dottie says:
    February 2, 2021 at 4:23 pm

    Over the 40+ years I’ve been papercrafting I have acquired some fabulous tools that have taken card making to another level. Certain tools like the Misti have ended paper waste frustration snd wonderful results. The T ruler is an absolute must. The one thing that changed it all Jennifer is how to stay organized which I know is in another video but it is imperative for joy in crafting. Thank you for all the hints over the years to truly make Cardmaking a real fun adventurous hobby!!

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  6. Kirsten Drew says:
    February 2, 2021 at 4:41 pm

    My favorite current tool is my tim holtz glass media mat. I can’t believe how much better crafting is with it as a multi-purpose platform under my project. And my fiskars microtip scissors…they are the old GREY handled ones and I adore them!
    But what I WANT is the Waffle Flower Water media mat – you make ink blending on it look so appealing!

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  7. Nha Do says:
    February 2, 2021 at 4:52 pm

    I already own a majority of the tools you mentioned and they are all definitely fabulous 🙂 But my favorite tool that I use the most often is the Misti Stamping tool. Been a game changer ever since I got one.

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  8. Mary Ann says:
    February 2, 2021 at 4:54 pm

    The tool that I want to save up for is the Waffle Flower water media mat. I love Ink blending, and you make it look so easy using this media mat.

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  9. Judie Fralick says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:07 pm

    Thank You so much for this video. Thank you for all of your videos, I watch them all and have learned many, many things from you. My favorite from the list would be the Stamp grid transparency. Thank You for a chance to win a gift card, you’re so sweet.

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  10. Shawn Wenrich says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:10 pm

    My favorite tool right now are the Altenew Ink blending tools. I’ve never been an amazing ink blender but these tools make everything so easy! Thanks for these videos Jennifer I really enjoy them so much.

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  11. lapasarilla says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:13 pm

    I so appreciate all your “My Favorite Crafty Things” videos. Your suggestions are very helpful. Thanks to you I have the Misti Stamping Tool, which is my favorite tool by far, but I also got the Tim Holtz media mat. Next on my list is the I-Crafter Flat Head Reverse Tweezers!

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  12. Julie says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:14 pm

    The funnel tray is genius!

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  13. Niki Jorgensen says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:17 pm

    Thank you for the thorough description of all of these tools and inks… I bought the Tim Holtz paper trimmer and I love it. I’ve used larger guillotine cutters, and other styles, but find this one to be the best for card making.

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  14. Carol Harper says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:18 pm

    I think I have to say my favorite tool is the MISTI and all its’ associated add-ons mainly because I use it ALL the time. I own many of the other tools you selected ( or similar) but the MISTI was a game changer

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  15. Jessica V says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:26 pm

    Thank you for doing these videos every year Jennifer. I know they are tough to make, but we appreciate them so much!

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  16. Stephanie Jager says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:39 pm

    The Sticky Mats have my name written all over them. Can’t wait to not have to use the magnet.
    Thank you for your time and effort in making these “best of” videos.

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  17. [email protected] says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:40 pm

    I loved the Gina k blending brushes with stand, especially the little tab that helps you to color coordinate what brush goes with what ink.

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  18. Vennese Gordon says:
    February 2, 2021 at 5:41 pm

    Wow! You really take care to give your honest opinions and great information. Thank you for taking the time AND energy to put it all together for us.

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  19. SJ says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:01 pm

    I don’t have a media mat but think that would be most helpful to me. I am also interested in the pick up tool. Have 3 others but they don’t pick up or make a mess. Thanks for your many hours of work on the excellent videos.

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  20. Nancy Shuford says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:02 pm

    I really love all your videos!!! My favorite tool is definitly my Misti. thanks for all the time and effort for your reviews. I have used lots of your recommendations when shopping!!

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  21. smlittler says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:12 pm

    I LOVE my Misti. The best money I ever spent. Saving up for the tim holtz maxi trimmer and really surprised to see a new improved wreath builder. I’m going to have to put that on my list as well. Enjoyed the great video! Thanks!

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  22. Kim Hamlin says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:13 pm

    So hard to pick one.. I find your detailed videos inspiring. I learn a lot from your techniques and enjoy your suggestions that are very practical and helpful. The tool that I have learned that I really need is the sticky mat. Thank you for sharing.

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  23. Ashley Cortez says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:16 pm

    What an amazing video as always I just love seeing all of the videos that you do, you always sharing great ideas and amazing products my favorite tool or ink from above would have to be the Misti Stamping Tool 2.0 I would pick all of them if I could thanks for sharing these fantastic products

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  24. Jeane Campbell says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:18 pm

    Well, you put me on to most of my tools. The Misti, and that grid thing, Altenew Obsidian Black Ink (so crisp), Honey Bee blending brushes, Tim Holtz Tonic Glass Media Mat, and Versamark ink just to name a few. Ranger Distress inks and Oxides.

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  25. Denise Scarborough says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:32 pm

    Jennifer,
    I like the blending brushes from Gina K. The stand is what sold me because of its functionality and pretty cuteness. I am just learning to blend and your videos have been helpful. Thank you

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  26. Jen says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:35 pm

    I love my Misti – it was pricey but totally worth it. It changed my stamping 100%

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  27. jean marmo says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:38 pm

    Thank you for sharing so much information about tools and techniques!

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  28. Vicki DiGrado says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:38 pm

    Thanks for the video. I now it takes lot of time and effort but it is so apprecaited. I always turn to your blog when I have a question about anything craft related. Thanks again. I think you are very talented.

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  29. Angela Brennan says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:40 pm

    My favourite tool is the t-ruler as I use it for almost every single project because I need to get something straight or get alignment right at some point in every project. Thanks for sharing all your tips.

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  30. Talitha Wright says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:45 pm

    Thanks for sharing your favorites. I plan to give some a try. The information about inks is really helpful. I look forward to your e-mails/blogs.

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  31. Marita says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:48 pm

    Jennifer I really enjoy your “My Favorite Crafty Thing’s” videos. Because of your recommendations I have purchased quite a few things you have recommended and have enjoyed using them, Thank you for doing these videos.

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  32. Naomi Carvell says:
    February 2, 2021 at 6:56 pm

    I love the look of that masking product. The thin sheets sound amazing. I will have to get some. Thanks so much for your hard work in keeping us all informed about these products x

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  33. Lisa Wise says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:07 pm

    I love my Misti! I think the Waffle Flower mat is going to have to appear on my table soon! Thank you!

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  34. CJG says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:11 pm

    Great organization of a wide range of materials. I think it was very wise to refer people to the previous year if the needed to be refreshed on inks.

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  35. Jeanne Vasquez says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:13 pm

    A crafter’s favorite tool is like a favorite food! If it’s on the menu, we will always choose it. I have so many favorites. Many of which you showed us in your videos. If I must choose one I would say it’s my Mysti. However…your videos are most helpful with deciding on my next project.

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  36. Peg Frushour says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:16 pm

    I love your “My Favorite” videos! Thank you for doing them!! My favorite tool from your video is the Waffle Flower Water Media Mat. I just love it!!

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  37. Jeannie Sorel says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:17 pm

    Those little i-crafter ink brushes are fantastic!

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  38. Christine Healy says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:20 pm

    All of the tool recommendations are great! I have several of them that I use on a regular basis but I think the Misti Stamping Tool 2.0 is definitely a must-have. I really liked seeing the We R Memory Keepers The Works Tool…very interesting! TFS!!!

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  39. Jenny Morin- Cebollero says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:30 pm

    So very informative! Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos. I always learn from them, (and end up spending lots of $)!

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  40. dancingcat says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:37 pm

    I have many of your favorite tools here so my favorite NEW tool is the Easy See Tape, it is amazing!

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  41. Rita Navarre says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:41 pm

    By far my 2 Misti’s that I got this year…

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  42. Elizabeth Gonzalez says:
    February 2, 2021 at 7:57 pm

    I really like the Tim Holtz Tonic Glass Media Mat. In fact, I purchased it after watching you using it in one of your videos. (I’m not sure which specific video because I watch all of your videos. They are soooo helpful.) Thank you for your videos, guidance, inspiration, and, of course, the giveaway.

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  43. Nisha says:
    February 2, 2021 at 8:02 pm

    Before going any further, can I just state how soothing I find your voice? If I need inspiration for a card, I’ll look for a specific video or yours, but if I need background noise, I’ll just put a playlist on my tv and be so completely satisfied haha. Hope that’s not weird XD
    Anyway, my favorite tool that you mentioned in this video is probably the reverse tweezers! I’ve been meaning to buy a pair of tweezers specifically for crafting because I just keep using my regular tweezers and then losing them…that’s getting to be both gross (glue on tweezers) and expensive (facial tweezers aren’t cheap!). The concept of it being reversed is just brilliant. I might have to go on a little birthday shopping spree at some of these websites 😉
    Overall favorite crafting tool though is blending brush for inks. I will NEVER go back to a sponge!

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  44. Cheryl Thompson says:
    February 2, 2021 at 8:11 pm

    My favorite item is probably the tranparency grid from SSS to align my sentiment stamps, which I discovered from watching your videos. So helpful , just like all your wonderful videos. I have learned so much from you, thank you.

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  45. Paula M. says:
    February 2, 2021 at 8:23 pm

    I loved this video! You provided so much good information. My favorite tool is my MISTI. I have had it for years, and I think I use it every time I stamp something. I am interested in a new heat gun so I am looking forward to your video after you compare them.

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  46. Jessica Blaine says:
    February 2, 2021 at 8:33 pm

    I can’t say it enough the Misti is a game changer. I was so reluctant at first and tried to go other routes but it is by far the best positioner I have ever tried!

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  47. Helen H says:
    February 2, 2021 at 8:40 pm

    The Gina K wreath builder looks very interesting. Gotta go check out your other videos on it then probably to Simon Says to purchase!!! 🙂

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  48. Amy Golliver says:
    February 2, 2021 at 9:16 pm

    Thank you for all these recommendations and I suspect I’ll be purchasing the Tim Holtz trimmer year along with that ink stand. It’s really great to support small businesses!

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  49. Jo Ann F. says:
    February 2, 2021 at 9:17 pm

    My favorite tool is the gel press. Such fun backgrounds!

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  50. LEONA NEEDHAM says:
    February 2, 2021 at 9:22 pm

    First and foremost is a great big Thank You for taking the time to make these videos for those who follow you. I appreciate the time you set aside while being a homeschool Mom during this pandemic. Next best ever must for stampers is the MISTI. And of course anytime you post your favorites I have to get it too.:) Thanks, in a good way

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